#self-esteem - CurlyNikki

Sep 12

Daring to Dream Big: What’s On YOUR Dream Sheet?

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 11 Comments

by Taneica of Shatterproof Glass Dolls Dreaming big is cool, but making your big dreams a reality is awesome! Over the years I’ve learned that life really is what you make it, and that anything is possible with the “Three P’s”. The three P’s are Persistence, Perseverance and Prayer. Big things can happen in your life when you pursue what…

Dec 18

For Better or For Natural

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 39 Comments

sourceby Tammy Goodson of CurlyChics.blogspot.com Dear CC:My natural hair (not pictured) is extremely thin but healthy, however, I have worn a wig for many years. I have recently been exposed to your blog, among many others, all celebrating natural hair. I had no idea this world existed, but I am glad I know now. I am ready to take the…

Feb 02

Dear Daddy: Writing a Letter to Your Absent Father

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 54 Comments

by Sherrell Dorsey of OrganicBeautyVixen.com Sunday afternoon, as I sat in a local cafe getting some work done, I came across writer Demetria L. Lucas’ article on Essence.com titled”Real Talk: Stop Putting Your Daddy Issues on Hold”. Lucas speaks about the 82% of Black children that will never live in the same house with their fathers. WTH? Managing your natural…

Jan 27

Newly Natural, Now What?!- Natural Hair Tips

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 2 Comments

Hola Chicas,It's Thursday which means we've officially taken over Essence for the day! Check out my latest installment, Newly Natural, Now What, where I give a new natural some pointers on finding her swag. Read it, like it, share it and comment! Thanks guys!Later Gators,Nikp.s. scroll down on the Essence home page and check out my video interview with Essence's…

Sep 12

Self-Concept Thursday!

By CURLYNIKKI Curly Nikki 25 Comments

lessons from the boogie monster.by Leandra of Whatmyworldslike.comThis past week gave me the rare opportunity to spend time with a toddler. It was a really affirmative and awakening experience. As I approach the end of my twenties, consideration to marriage and children has landed upon me quite startingly considering the slight opposition I had to them in my early twenties.…