According to the dictionary an empath is: “a person with the ability to sense the mental or emotional state of another individual.” In Liz terms an empath is: someone who consistently puts themselves in the shoes of others and then attempts to sooth that pain as if it’s theirs. We absorb other people’s emotions. …
Last year I got deep into meditation and being aware of the energy around me. My job at the time was stressful and I was around a lot of people, so finding time for myself was imperative. After a busy day at work meditation provided me with the escape I needed to relax and clam…
Never be afraid to ravel alone. I mean, travel alone.
The ladies of Migos’ ‘Bad and Boujee’ video are bad, boujee and CLOTHED!! Hip-hop videos are known for showcasing women in ways that many say are disrespectful and derogatory. If you don’t know what I mean, here are some examples: Nelly “Tip Drill” D.R.A.M. ft Lil Yachty “Broccoli” Of course this doesn’t go for ALL hip…
Continue reading ➞ Migos evolves hip-hop culture in ‘Bad and Boujee’ video
Disclaimer: The only side I’m taking is mine... I’m Atlanta born and raised, while I’ve grown up in the south my entire life it was a bit of a shock to be in a room of hundreds of people and be the only person who looked like me (besides a couple secret service and videographers).…
Continue reading ➞ On being the ‘only one’ at Donald Trump, Mike Pence rallies
I sat down with Christopher Everett to talk about why he wanted to direct a documentary that puts a microscope on the 1898 massacre of African Americans by an armed white mob in Wilmington, North Carolina. I was surprised to find out the Laurinburg, North Carolina native was so passionate about telling this seldom told…
Continue reading ➞ How ‘Wilmington on Fire’ director Christopher Everett’s hardship fueled his film
Disclaimer: Before the “Beyhive” drags, tags, or slays me please know, Beyonce will not retweet you. In true Bey form, she released a new album titled LEMONADE in an over the top manner like no one has done before. Two days later, social media is still abuzz with memes and tweets. The album is musically…
Continue reading ➞ Why I’m not on the Beyonce ‘LEMONADE’ train
