#self-esteem - CurlyNikki

May 04

Does Anyone Even See Me? The Struggle to Feel Important.

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by GG Renee of AllTheManyLayers and author of The Beautiful Disruption and Wallflower "Don't demand attention. Inspire it." - Francheska Medina Sometimes I catch myself wanting to feel more important. Craving acknowledgment, gold stars and approval. Not appreciating my own attention -- the smiles I give myself, the salty sweet taste of my tears as I grow, the jokes that…

May 04

Weakness or Strength? When Arguing Sucks the Life Out of You.

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source by GG Renee of AllTheManyLayers and author of The Beautiful Disruption and Wallflower Do you ever feel weak or misunderstood because you're not competitive and you don't like to argue? Some people love to argue and debate over every little thing, like they need to constantly spar with someone to feel productive. I happen to have one of those…

Sep 21

Stretching Natural Hair: The Obsession with Elongation

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PHOTO COURTESY OF THE TINY CLOSET by Sabrina Perkins of SeriouslyNatural via GlobalCouture It can happen to the best of us. You start off knowing it takes time for natural, coily, or curly hair to have any ‘hang time’. There are many products that promote creating curls but they also promote giving you longer curls, elongated tresses or fighting shrinkage.…

May 04

I Am, I Am, I Am

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by GG Renee of AllTheManyLayers and author of The Beautiful Disruption and Wallflower I wonder how often your heart knocks and you don’t answer. You know that if you answer, you will have to disrupt your life. You will have to create new boundaries and stand up and be seen. Say no where you used to say yes. Lose friends…

Sep 21

Hair Insecurities – I Treat My Hair Like A Side Chick

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By Bids Adesanya of www.bidsingraceland.com So guys, I thought I would bare myself to you and speak a little truth. As the title suggests, this could get a bit controversial, but bear with me! READ MORE>> Picture a few scenarios – 1) You’ve got an important job interview for your dream corporate job. You’re natural. Do you a) rock a…