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Validation + Self-Worth
Quick reminder: Everybody ain’t able, beloved. I honestly have to talk to myself like this sometimes, because people… 1) want to stress you out 2) want you to be miserable w/ them 3) can’t understand your gifts 4) want to put limits on your talents 5) love you when your positive energy is flowing from…
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New posts and stories on Instagram @SincerelyTyra and @TyTaughtYou on Twitter!
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Flash Dance
In preparation for this summer, we have been taking more trips to Home Depot’s garden section. (I’ve bought two new Dracaena plants and been gifted a Dracaena Marginata tree from work because I’m a boss 😂. Honestly, I’m just trying to transform my living room into Eden). There was one trip in which we left…
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from Pocket Mantras.
So since December, I have been working on ways to self-motivate. The most effective one I’ve found is, of course, writing (go figure) about the strength that I already possess. Harping on these strengths seemed arrogant at first. But the necessity of seeing what could I handle and what I am capable of accomplishing on…
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Play as an Organizing Tool
It was sooo awesome chilling with the Obama Foundation and the #CommunityLeadersCorp participating in my MindField Activity! We moved around and talked about organizing and relationship-building techniques like some true #SaturdayScholars AND They gave me such good energy! Looking forward to the genuine leadership that comes from this group!!! Wondering whether the Community Benefits Agreement…
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Queen Things, II
(What it looks like when I come home after work. Tied. Boss. Moves.) Queen Things, II Why do you despise the woman that asserts herself? Her boundaries? Her feelings—positive or negative? Stop trying to autocorrect my vibes, brethren. —Sincerely, Tyra You can handle it—or not. Choose wisely. #apestuff 😂 #plankthoughts
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Reunion Goals
In this riveting poem, a young mother searches for solace with the absences of her father and the father of her child.
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Check My Resume!
You know some people kill me. What’s that saying about underestimating your opponent… Well, that phrase is constantly running through my head at work. I hear the, “Oh, she’s so articulate” or “Yeah, you really handled that nicely” kind of BS from colleagues who aren’t even on my level all day. I could let it…
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Queen Things
You’re a queen. Be yourself–everywhere! –Sincerely, Tyra
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Dope Woman #31
Sooo being the creative networker and master congratulateur that she is, my Best Fran coined this PR campaign for her birthday month. It celebrates some of her friends + showcases a few of the things that they have accomplished as Black, Young, and Gifted women. But this Empowerment Queen, Academic Recruiter, PR Guru, Sister, and…
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#Focused
“The writers will get it.” -Sincerely, Tyra #sorrynotsorry #focus #SincerelyTyra #SlayTheDream #saturdayscholars #passion #fruit #blem #sincewayback #icy #Drake #drizzy #drizzydrake #writer #writersofinstagram #authorsofinstagram #bae
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A Win for the Neighborhood
Spent some time with these sisters last night supporting an old friend with a new plan! Not only is she a NATIONALLY-known community organizer, but Jeanette Taylor @jbt_40, is a candidate that we can believe in. Her election as Alderman of the 20th Ward would definitely be “A Win for the Neighborhood!” Can’t wait to…
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Notes from The Saturday Scholar
My Joy and I went out to be #SaturdayScholars to learn from the experiences of a few successful writers. Lucky for us, these phenomenal Black women stopped by our church, Quinn Chapel AME, this morning to share their stories and their journeys to becoming published! Our discussion featured (pictured from left to right) the author…
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Real-time Realizations
Just wanted to take a minute to give thanks. Also, crazy how it’s only 10 days left in 2017, but there’s still time to #SlayTheDream.
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7 Things I Do When I’m Sad (Self-Care Post)
So, this list is comprised of actions that have helped me get back to my routine after being laid off; overcome a bad breakup, and grieve a loved one’s death. They all may not work for you, but I encourage you to find what does work to help rebuild your confidence and your happiness. -Sincerely,…
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“7 Post-Breakup Reminders”
° Never let anyone make you forget what you want for yourself. ° Remember to devote time to your passion. ° Sometimes I need healing, too. ° God stored an entire universe in my womb. ° And screenshot all my gifts + everything I lack. ° To create My Joy, the perfect peace who is…
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“7 Things I Do When I’m Sad”
Read one new poem every day. Write down all your dreams; turn them into goals. Listen to the music you won’t mind humming later. Dance away any tension or frustration; your hips are your friends. Continue moving forward without leaving your conscience behind. Begin every day as if you know it will end too soon.…
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Black Goddess
Creatively faithfully, redemptively, and frequently I find myself stepping outside of myself to assess the damage. Because I make mistakes consequently as I can be more human than godly some days. I find myself journeying back to mirrors in search of how to recreate my past. Times like these come in lulls and with weight…
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Reaction to “What the Health?”
Finally watched “What the Health” with the fam… I can’t pretend I’m totally surprised at the facts but I am appalled at the audacity of these companies and government entities. Got people out here thinking healthy eating is a luxury, that our tax dollars are going to actually sponsor research that could one day cure…
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