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Matriphagy: When Motherhood Feeds Everyone but You
In nature, the Velvet Spider feeds her children with her own body—a haunting mirror of mothers who give until they vanish. Many women live this quietly, mistaking depletion for devotion. But love was never meant to consume you. Healing begins when you stop feeding others from your wounds and start nurturing from your wholeness. You are not food—you are the source.
Nov 12


Rest is Revolutionary by Ash Authoress
We grew up watching Black women move without pause. Mothers, aunties, and church ladies who carried the world on their backs, always in motion, rarely at rest. Their hustle shaped us, but it also taught us something they were never given space to learn: rest is not laziness. Rest is survival. Rest is power.
Nov 11


Polygyny: God’s Order or Patriarchal Greed?
Men claim polygyny is “in their DNA,” but is it God’s order or patriarchal greed? From lion prides to Yoruba legends, from Jacob’s rivalry-filled house to David’s lust for Bathsheba, history shows polygyny can bless or break a family. Before you choose this path, ask: is it divine calling, mutual uplift, and provision — or just desire dressed as heritage?
Oct 11


Wellness as Rebellion: The Radical Act of Choosing Peace
Black women face relentless scrutiny — from slavery’s legacy to today’s media. Choosing rest, joy, and wellness isn’t indulgence; it’s rebellion. Every boundary set and every moment of peace is a refusal to let society define our worth.
Sep 18


The Reputation of Red: How a Color Defined Women as ‘Fast’ or Sacred Across Cultures
When you were a kid, did your mom ever forbid you from wearing red nail polish? Maybe she said something like, “That color is a bit too grown.” Perhaps she warned that red lipstick was for “fast” girls, or that a red dress would send the “wrong message.” These warnings didn’t emerge out of thin air. Generations of women were taught that red was dangerous — a color that could draw the wrong kind of attention, one that marked you as unruly, provocative, or “loose.” But why doe
Sep 9


Embrace Your Shape: The Art of Dressing for You
In a world of ever-changing fashion trends, the key to looking and feeling your best lies in embracing your unique shape. Dressing for your
Feb 8


The Sacred Power of Virginity: Chastity and Abstinence in Hebraic Tradition
In the context of Hebraic tradition, chastity and abstinence carry profound significance, symbolizing spiritual purity and respect. Understanding these concepts through the lens of the Tanakh (Old Testament) reveals their deep-rooted importance in ancient culture and spirituality. The Sacredness of Virginity In ancient Hebraic culture, virginity was considered a symbol of purity and sanctity. Maintaining virginity until marriage was seen as a reflection of one's respect for o
Sep 17, 2024
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