This mini-podcast episode features Alexis Quarles, a certified yoga instructor and multimedia creative. Together, we unpack our own ever-changing relationships with our ever-evolving bodies, especially as Black spiritual women hoping to embody our most authentic selves.

happy new year family. i recently completed a bible devotional plan titled, “becoming a well-watered woman in a parched world.” this plan, along with many other signs, rekindled a fire within me to write again. so here i am, hello again.

After a long break from posting, I share what I have been up to the past six months, as well as my reflections, intentions, and plans for the future. I’m so happy to be back.

Amarachi Ibe, a Nigerian Reiki practioner and Self-development Coach, joins me for reflections on the importance of health, wellness, and happiness in our lives as Black women.

Our faith walks are certainly not easy. Sometimes our faith wavers and we question God’s presence and purpose in our lives. But in those times, feel free to talk to Him using this prayer as a guide.

Therapy has such transformational power, if only we just take the first step. Click here to read more about my journey with therapy and the lessons it has taught me thus far.

Moyana Olivia is an artist you won’t regret listening to. Read more to learn about her musical journey, inspirations, and future aspirations.

What does it mean to be truly intentional? Read more to hear what it means to me, and then engage with included reflection questions to define it for yourself.

We are all constantly growing and evolving, but often with this process comes a need for internal healing. This prayer aims to help you through that process and to trust in God the entire way, as long and painful as the journey might be.

Looking to support an incredible Black business? From memorable art, motivating fitness workouts, to all things hair and beauty, these Black and Blooming entrepreneurs truly are taking the world by storm.

This prayer is for all of those seeking love, in all its forms.

These 20 years have taught me invaluable lessons, 20 of which I would like to share with you today.

The Black community at Northwestern is bursting with life, love, and light. Click here to meet some of the many faces that make our campus so special.

Even though Black History Month is coming to a close, there is still much more learning to be done. For all those who are passionate about activism, and Black history, give these incredible books a read!

Especially during Black History Month, I feel the presence of my ancestors beside me. My great-grandfather, Elbert F. Cox, made history as the first African-American man in the world to receive a PhD in mathematics. Here is the love and gratitude I have for them, in one of the most intimate forms, a letter.

“This internal and eternal love that I speak of has no monetary value; in fact, it is invaluable. One of the most important loves that one can and should experience is a deep and unconditional love of and for oneself.”

For the first Sunday of Black History Month, this podcast-style post dives deep into what faith-based activism means with the founder of the spiritual podcast, Agape Answers, Jordan DeVeaux. Listen to her wisdom here!

It’s time for Black History Month, Black & Bloom style! Check back each Sunday of this month for new content.

Usher in the new year the right way with these journaling prompts that encourage both reflection and gratitude.