Passion For Fashion Today's Trends Timeless & Effortless Sexy PJ's There's nothing like sexy PJs. Comfy, cozy, and feels good on your skin. It's not about what your partner wants, it's about you. Make yourself feel sexy all the time, day and night, regardless if you're in a relationship or not. Sequin Sequin is flashy yet fun, versatile, and flirty! Dresses, pants, blouses, and tanks, dress it up or dress it down! Animal Print The sexy, Leopard and snake print isn't going away anytime soon. It's classy and sassy! Shop these looks on Amazon!! The Sexy Black Dress Ooh La, La, that sexy go-to black dress! When in doubt throw a two-piece on. A bandeau and a high waist skirt to show off your womanly curves in a good way, accentuating the waist and highlighting those abs that you've been working on all summer long. This look gives you a pass to be fantabulous while flexing and strutting! Let's not forget our asymmetrical and form-fitting black dresses. These date night and party dresses are effortless and easy to wear. You can pair any of these looks with stilettos or sexy booties. Come dressed in any of these show-stoppers and you'll be sure to shut it down! Athleisure Wear Athleisure wear is always fun and versatile. You can go shopping in it, work out in it, go dancing, or wear it to hang out! It's also, super comfy, casual, and affordable depending on where it's purchased. You can find great deals on Amazon, Walmart, T.J. Maxx, and Marshalls. I always hit up the brand website first. However, around the holidays you can find some pretty amazing deals. I wear Athleisure wear Monday Through Friday and even on weekends depending on my vibe. I love to pair them with high heels in the summer and boots in the winter. This look pulls everything in, it's cool, sexy, and sporty. The Flares Let the battle begin! Flare vs Skinny??? Will you be packing up your skinny jeans to make room for the oh-so-lovely flare jeans?? These 2019 to current trends have been around for some time now. I've always had flares in my wardrobe for many years even as a child. I started wearing them again in 1998 and about 5 years ago up until now. I love this style because it's sexy and it gives your curves an hourglass figure. With holes or without, I'm rocking this timeless style until the end of time! Oh Holy Jeans Jeans are so popular and for decades, they've always been a thing. They're comfy, and now very stretchy, and affordable. My fav looks, are distressed, holy, skinny, flared, and high-waisted. Jeans are a great way to show off your personal style. What I love the most is that you can wear jeans with holes and no one will make fun of you. I love the way that each hole is strategically placed, so unique and sexy. They're great to wear all year round. In the winter, wear colored stockings are fishnets under them. You can see the pop of color peeping through the holes, I love it. Jeans are so freaking cool, I think every woman no matter the age should own a pair. Take a look inside and be inspired by some of my favorite picks. White Boots White is the new black when it comes to fashion. There are no more rules to live by here. You can wear white all year round, From bright white to off-white. You can wear a white T-shirt, sweater, denim jeans and last but not least some sexy and comfy white boots. Your white boots can also be paired with muted, dark, and multi-colored pieces in your wardrobe. If you're going to wear it, make sure you pare it well. for example, white boots, blue denim jeans, a white shirt or blue denim shirt, and blue denim jeans with a white purse and white boots. Make sure your pieces are cohesive and you'll be sure to have the look you're going for. Wearing white all year round is a home run in my book! FASHION CHECKLIST Dress to compliment your figure Wear your clothes with confidence Dress to impress yourself and not others Love the skin you are in and wear it well Always have a black or red versatile dress in your closet Always have a great pair of jeans Always have a pair of sexy stilettos or open-toe booties Be sure to have a solid-colored blazer or Kimono handy Lastly, invest in a sexy/basic white or black tee-shirt and dress it up with some bling and your favorite jeans, heels, and kimono Did you know you can make a fashion statement with your hair and your face? Of course, you can. Every day we dress, our bodies with clothes, our faces with makeup, and our hair with wigs, extensions, and hair color. Take a look inside and be inspired by my favorite, haircare , skincare , and makeup products . Get hairstyle ideas and more. SHOP BEAUTY PRODUCTS

A Healthy Diet Is Essential to Weight loss & Everyday Living Eating healthy is not always easy but I can tell you this, there are many tasty and healthy meal options out there that are fit for a Queen! "Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food" Steak Tenderloin with a side of steamed or sauteed veggies and baby potatoes. Diet and nutrition are a very important part of life. In order to stay strong and well balanced, it's essential to add a well-balanced meal to your daily routine, breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Pan seared chicken with steamed veggies Lean meats and seafood with protein, vitamins and minerals, and even minimal carbs will help to fuel your body and brain. TILAPIA Healthy and Beautiful Fruits and Vegetables If you're not one to take daily supplements like vitamins and minerals, you'll need to find them elsewhere like fruits and vegetables. Also, if you're thinking about going full-on vegan or partial vegan, don't be scared. Vegetarian and vegan diets can be healthy. However, they do lack certain nutrients. When going on this diet, be sure to get enough protein, calcium, iron, and vitamin B12. You can get plenty of that from plant-based supplements and alternative foods. When some people think of vegan, they envision their plate looking like the one in the picture. Empty, non-appealing, and non-appetizing. Don't worry, you can be a pescatarian and still enjoy seafood, or be a vegan and get creative with it. I did both, 6 months out of the year for the last 7-8 years and you know what, it's not so bad. A pescatarian is someone who chooses to eat a vegetarian diet, but who also eats fish and other seafood. It's largely a plant-based diet of whole grains, nuts, legumes, produce, and healthy fats, with seafood playing a key role as the main protein source. Many pescatarians also eat dairy and eggs. Vegan diets are made up of only plant-based foods. This type of diet includes fruits, vegetables, soy, legumes, nuts, nut butter, plant-based dairy alternatives, sprouted or fermented plant foods, and whole grains. Vegan diets don't include animal foods like eggs, dairy, meat, poultry, or seafood. A 2016 study from Harvard University found vegetarian dieters lost more weight than non-vegetarians after 18 weeks. Vegan dieters actually saw the most weight loss, losing five pounds more than non-vegetarians, while vegetarians lost three pounds more. The downside to this diet is there are many imitation foods that are processed that have little nutritional value and are high in carbs, calories, sodium, and sugar so be sure to lean toward plant-based foods which include, whole foods such as produce, veggies, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Agave is a great replacement for sugar, with no salt seasonings, and plain soy milk and almond milk are great replacements for dairy milk. My favorite butter and cooking oil products are I Can't Believe It's Not Butter and extra virgin olive oil. The takeaway is, you're never limited to what you can eat in the good old U.S. of A! Take a look at the yummy vegan meals listed below. Try it, you'll like it! Vegan Buddha Bowl with tofu, red cabbage, avocado, mango, nuts and kale. Portobello Mushroom Burger sandwich with pickles, sun dried tomatoes, roasted peppers, onions, vegan cheese Salmon and Barley salad with cherry tomatoes and lemon wedges. ALWAYS MAKE TIME FOR BREAKFAST, THE MOST IMPORTANT TIME OF THE DAY. A healthy breakfast provides energy to jump-start your morning but is also a great dietary choice for the first part of your day. Your meal should include the following, fiber, protein, and some fruits or vegetables. Eggs are a good source of protein both egg whites and yolk. They also contain heart-healthy unsaturated fats and are a great source of important nutrients, such as vitamin B6, B12, and vitamin D. Cheese also comes packed with protein. Protein nourishes your skin and hair to help you look your best, helps you maintain lean muscle tissue, and also contributes to blood cell growth. Oh and don't be afraid of whole wheat or rye toast and 2 slices of swiss cheese. Mix your breakfast up and prepare it by using cooking spray or heart-healthy low-fat butter. Steam your veggies and if you must eat bacon, chose low sodium/less fat center-cut bacon, it contains 30% less fat than regular bacon and 35% less sodium than cooked turkey bacon. You can cook it on the stovetop but I prefer to bake mine. Less mess and less stress! A simple, appealing, and delicious breakfast you will have. That good old H2O B.K.A Water Don't forget to drink plenty of H20 with lemon. Lemon water is a great way to flush out toxins. It also aids in digestion and supports weight loss. Remember, no weight can be lost without diet and exercise. 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skin care & MAKEUP Theresa's Favorite skincare products My daily skin routine. I found these items at my local TJMaxx and Marshalls, so I said why not give them a try? I've been using them all now for years, and they do wonders for my adult acne. Not only that, they keep my face glowing, fresh, and clean. However, they're hard to find now, so my go-to place is Amazon. The importance of cleaning your face and removing all makeup It's so important to clean your face daily, to remove dirt, dead skin, pollutants, and excess oils. If not cleaned, then you are setting yourself up for ance breakouts, aging, and dehydration. I clean mine 2 to 3 times a day. In the morning, after workouts, and before I go to bed. Also, it's so important to clean your makeup products and replace them as often as needed to avoid bacteria. Most importantly, if you love makeup, give your face a breather. You don't have to wear makeup daily, and if so, minimize it with a no-makeup look during the week, and then on the weekend glam it up, but don't cake it up. If you have acne-prone skin like mine, you'll want to use products that are not harsh. Read the ingredients and Google products that are just right for you. When available and affordable, I've always used products that are natural-based, oil-free, and with 2% salicylic acid for acne. People have asked me why I look so young. From my youth, my mom has always taught me to take care of myself from head to toe. Preserve your youth, because soon, gravity will start taking control everywhere! Yikes! LOL! Well, she was right, and it has, but I do believe that because I started early, I have delayed the process from happening noticeably and rapidly. I'm not perfect and have many imperfections. However, I must say I'm proud of my youthful glow, and I'm glad to share some of my beauty secrets with you, from products that I use from makeup to skincare. I already named a few above, and just to name a few more, please scroll down. Theresa's Favorite makeup products SHOP FASHION TRENDS SHOP HAIRCARE PRODUCTS

When you're feeling down, and need some inspiration or just a little motivation, scroll through my motivational playlist and pick a song to help boost your spirits. Music has healing power, it can soothe your mind, body, and soul. It can help you to discover who you are, it can help you to understand life and people. It gives you a voice and the courage to live and speak your truth. LeAndria Johnson - Deliver Me (Live) Jojo - I Am. Aqyila - Vibe For Me Beyonce - Break My Soul Tems - Free My Mind Ayah The Light - Good Vibes Jill Scott - Hate On Me Demi Lovato - Sorry Not Sorry Jojo - The Change Chloe - Feeling Good Chika - Crown Lauren Daigle - You Say

Why am I blogging about this sensitive topic? I have a platform and I'm not afraid to speak on topics that are uncomfortable, off the table, secret, and unspoken. With research and my own experiences, I find that some people are phobic when it comes to discussing topics that they're uncomfortable with and don't understand. Furthermore, they tend to push sensitive subjects like traumatic life events under the rug rather than cope and heal from them. They find it easier to talk about it privately than publicly. They find it easier to talk about how happy they are when they're not or about how blissful a family home they have when it isn't. Let's be honest, not all social media friends are happy campers. I'm talking about your closest social media friends, not the ones that you have forgotten along the way. Now, of course, some are genuinely joyful. They post about their projects, promotions, accomplishments, birthdays, illnesses, or someone else's. They also post about the loss of loved ones, and on most occasions, they post pictures, jokes, positive quotes, and prayers. These are all meaningful posts. I'm not minimizing any of them, because I'm one of those people. However, if you check my feeds you will notice that I also post about mental health. Oh, the stigma of it all! Look, I'm not the only one. There are others too but you don't see them too often because those types of posts get overlooked. They normally don't pop up in the top popular posts/feeds. Hmm? FB & IG, what's up with that? Especially with the Pandemic and illnesses due to Covid-19. One would expect that mental health would be promoted as well. Thank God for social media Influencers and celebrities that use their platform to address it, like Taraji P. Henson and many others. My fellow queens, let me ask you this? Do you sometimes randomly come across a post where the person says (I hate life, I'm mad as hell, I'm about to snap! Why do people keep FN with me!? How about negative dark quotes or “Please Pray For Me” with nothing to follow? How about people who use social media to fight with family and friends? Oh, and what about people who post encrypted messages that are borderline suicide notes? Well, guess what? I have. Several years ago, I posted a suicide note and one of my family members noticed it immediately and called for help. Paramedics rushed me to the hospital, and I was lucky to have survived my attempt. It happened in the wee hours of the morning, so only a couple of people noticed it and my family had time to remove it before anyone else did. A couple of days later, I was told that one of my long-time, long-distance friends posted on my wall and told me how much she loves and appreciates me and how much I inspired her through some of her toughest times. Even though she didn't know about what I did, she was compelled to send me that message. Along with my family and other friends' support, that right there gave me a purpose to live. It's probably hard to fathom why anyone would want to end their life. It's a sin, but when you snap, you're not thinking about that sin or anything else for that matter. You just want the pain to stop, but there are other ways. We simply need to know how to purge severe past pain within to seek atonement and resolve. Sadly enough, most people don't have the will nor the tools in life to know how to. Do you think people need help that use social media as an outlet? Have you ever tried to help someone on social media? Have you ever wondered if you were to help, would it make a difference in their lives? I know, sometimes we can't help everyone, but we can at least try to help one. So how do we help? There are many obvious ways. My way of helping is through my website, where I know I can reach thousands of people. This is my way of helping and giving back to my community and with hopes, that it will help someone. I became a blogger because I care and I've had some traumatic events happen to me in my life, I want people to know that they are not alone. There are a good deal of self-help/blog websites, but I tried to be unique by creating a diverse, multicultural, women's online blog magazine where I blog on just about everything, the good, the bad, and the ugly. My site is all about women empowering women. However, my content is for everyone. We are all Queens and Kings, let's try to fix each other's crowns when they are falling off. I hope you will find a takeaway when reading (Purge Severe Past Pain Within To Seek Atonement And Resolve. I hope you will also take a peek inside (Today's Queen Life and Style) and be inspired. Purge Severe Past Pain Within To Seek Atonement And Resolve What is severe pain when it comes to emotional and mental health? It's psychological pain. Mental or emotional distress or suffering or to make suffer or cause distress to. Mental pain or emotional pain is an unpleasant feeling of a psychological, non-physical origin. Intense and unbearable mental (psychological) pain is defined as an emotionally based extremely aversive feeling which can be experienced as torment. It can be associated with a psychiatric disorder or with severe emotional trauma caused by many forms of abuse or by the passing of a loved one. A pioneer in the field of suicidology, Edwin S. Shneidman, described it as "how much you hurt as a human being causing mental suffering and mental torment. Atonement is a reconciliation of God and humankind through Jesus Christ or a confession of sins. Atonement is what a person seeks from another to correct or acknowledge previous wrongdoings, either through direct action to undo the consequences of that act or to seek some other form of atonement by expressing feelings of remorse. When you atone, you are taking responsibility and holding yourself accountable for the pain you have caused another. You are aware and can ask for forgiveness, and never afflict that pain upon anyone again. Purge or Purging. Although there are many definitions, here are some examples that we rarely use. To purge is also to rid (someone or something) of an unwanted quality, condition, or feeling. To free someone or something from (an unwanted quality, condition, or feeling). To physically or spiritually remove or expel (something) completely. Atone for or wipe out completely. When you purge you are forever getting rid of and saying goodbye to whatever is that's not good for you. You can lift your hands and say I rebuke you in the name of the Lord, you can lift your hands and say stop, you don't live in my heart, thoughts, or home anymore. You can lift your hands and say Hallelujah, I am free! Psalm 118:5 Out of my distress, I called on the Lord; the Lord answered me and set me free. Why do we hurt people? Luke 6:45 A good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and an evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart. For the mouth speaks what the heart is full of. James 4:1 What causes fights and quarrels among you? Don't they come from your desires that battle within you? Have you ever heard the expression, Hurt people, hurt people? With that being said, the victimizer who caused the affliction is the result of their past hurt from the sins of others who have afflicted pain upon them or in some cases have not had any affliction but instead have an evil entitled spirit and/or chemically imbalanced. So in return, they afflict pain upon you. A stranger or someone you know, and no one can hurt you more than the ones you love and trust. Whether you know the person or not, harming a person for no justification is not only abusive but it's also a form of bullying. When you afflict abuse that causes severe pain, either physical or verbal, you are disrespecting boundaries, you are dishonoring and tormenting which can cause a person to be traumatized for life. Why do we hold onto emotional pain? Because we are afraid to ask for help and in fear of shame or in fear of disbelief from others. Why do we keep the pain behind closed doors? Due to family and friend ties, sometimes it's easier to hold onto the secret and stay in the pain than to do anything about it. Why do we sacrifice our own emotions for the sake of others' happiness? Because feelings are involved we want to avoid conflict, so we hold onto emotional pain to keep the peace and remain connected to the person who caused our pain. Why do we keep holding on to something that happened so long ago? Because we harbor resentment and sometimes we hold onto emotional pain because we don't have the tools in life to release the pain and move on. When I say move on, what I mean is to move on to never talk about it, nor relive the pain again, but is that conceivable? No, it's not because as long as we have a memory, we will always remember those moments that caused us severe pain. This is called PTSD or post-traumatic syndrome. PTSD is a grave psychological illness, it can cause a person to completely snap which can result in hospitalization and suicide. I suffer from PTSD and even though I've struggled to move on from the pain, I have been able to move on with my life because I've always been a functional person. No matter what comes my way, I've always been a goal-oriented, functional, and focused person. I've accomplished many things while still holding onto pain. Some people are unable to do that and those are the people rambling and wandering, aimlessly in the middle of a street. You would never know that I was in so much pain, not unless you're one of the closest people to me. Like me, there are so many beautiful and wonderful Queens holding on to past pain. It could be you or the person right next to you, a family member, or a friend. They greet you with a smile and look forward to spending precious moments with loved ones, and each day they show up and try to be normal. All for the sake of making everyone happy, they mask their pain. They walk around like their lives are so perfect by portraying an image or a character that they think others want to see them as. They tend to be those people who do the most and love the hardest. They are also, easily, disappointed. They shut down and in some cases never return to being the same. Why? Because they are now blocking their heart from ever being hurt again. Even though they may still love and care for you, they can no longer trust you with their heart. Usually, they resort to these measures because they've already been down that road before. They have absorbed all options and have decided to let go and let God. Why should we purge to seek atonement? Although it's not a perfect world, hearts are built to live and love, and that's why it's important to purge and seek atonement because you must speak your truth and then heal. If not with them, then a therapist, counselor, or minister. Because it is only then that you will learn to live and love in a way that you've never done before. Whether they're still in your life or not, and if you haven't had one already, take that first step and ask them for that sit-down and know that there’s nothing wrong with holding them accountable for the pain that they've caused you. You can call them of course, but then you might set yourself up for a disconnect, it's easier to hang up the phone than to leave. When face to face, there are levels of emotions to witness, and if the vibe is good, positive emotions lead to touching. If the emotions are reciprocated, you can hold hands, hug it out, laugh, and cry. Oh, the mighty power of touching! My fellow Queen, I'm asking you? Have you ever wanted to let someone know the damage they've caused you? Have you ever wanted to let them know why you are the way you are Queen, are you afraid to ask them for an apology because you fear you may never receive one? Is important for you to speak your truth, is it important for you to be set free? Are you sick and tired of being weary and holding your peace? Queen, you don't have to be muted anymore toward somebody who's mistreated you, verbally, physically, mentally, and or sexually. Even if you know they are nearby, you don't have to be silent if you are still connected to them in some way. You may love or hate them but I want you to know today that you don't have to mask those hurtful feelings and you don't have to be afraid to disrupt those connected relationships or the lifestyle that you’ve created surrounding them. It's not about them, it's about you and your healing. Sit face to face and let them gaze upon the Queen that you are. With style and grace, come to the table, prayed up, be peaceful, and focused, and be prepared for the outcome. Let me ask you this, even if you don't want nor desire a sit-down if given the opportunity would you take it? I would and I have because holding onto severe past pain can cause so much damage. It can cause sickness and depression. It can affect your relationship with God and your everyday well-being and interaction with people in general. Holding on to pain can make you suicidal because it's embedded in your memory. Without processing the event that caused the pain, you may have forgiven someone and sincerely meant it at the time. However, because we failed to process it, our memory keeps reliving those hurtful moments over and over again, and with that comes new pain that ignites the slightest triggers; that can send you over the edge! Those are just a few reasons why it's necessary to purge to seek atonement, but wait there's more! Foremost it's necessary to be well and fully engaged in life. It's important to love yourself and to breathe again. It's essential to build and bond better relationships with others and with yourself. It's okay to renew your broken heart and restore your faith. When purging you are setting yourself free and your spirit will be lifted. Your mind, soul, and heart will have a revival. It may bond that relationship and make it stronger. It may even help you to remove that toxic person from your life for good. Even though the process may be unnerving, the pain in your heart, mind, body, and soul will cease. As long as you are willing to let it go, it will go, one at a time. Get out of your way so that you can let yourself triumphantly get through the fearless journey of resolve. Remember that when you have resolved to have that sit-down, it's about purging. It's about forgiveness and coming full circle with one's self. It doesn't mean that your truth is their truth and vice versa, so be prepared for renunciation. It doesn't mean you have to accept that person back into your life, it doesn't mean that you will pick up where you left off as if nothing ever happened. Things will take time, remember Rome wasn't built in a day. If anything, accept the consequences, forgive, leave in peace, and wish them well. As I stated previously, I had my sit down and I must tell you, the outcome was a wonderful revival, and we are in a much better place now and by the grace of God, I am healed! My Queen, I pray for the same for you. If you decide to purge to seek atonement, my advice to you is, to choose wisely and discern that spirit first, some spirits are not worth a chat. Also, not everyone is as approachable, accepting, and receiving as the next. 1 Peter 5:8 Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy, the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Furthermore, choose your meeting place wisely, where you feel secure and comfortable. Come in peace and no matter what, stay composed. If at any time, you feel any hostility or threatened, leave immediately. Let's hope and pray it doesn't resort to that. Remember, it's the process of sorting through the pain. Coming to the point of forgiveness may be labor-intensive because it can be easier to harbor resentment than it is to cultivate love. Above all else chose love because, with it, you can still walk away to agree to disagree. 1 Peter 1:13 Therefore, preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. James 1:19-20 Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God. John 13:34 A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. If you choose not to have a sit-down, I encourage you to get help. Help is just a prayer and phone call away. Ask the Lord for help and then let the holy spirit guide you. Speak with someone you know and trust or a therapist, counselor, or preacher. You can even Google help hotlines. Help is out there so please get help and be well my beloved. As part of the healing process, if you are abusing substances to dull the pain of abuse or need resources on how to stop the abuse, please click on the link below or visit any self-help website that you are comfortable with. As long as you get help, that's all that matters. https://www.therecoveryvillage.com/alcohol-abuse/alcohol-hotline/ A special message to anyone who's reading that has mistreated someone. I challenge you to make amends and have that uncomfortable conversation. The choice is yours. Perhaps there's an underlying issue within you and not necessarily an actual issue with the person that you hurt. Whether you hurt them, verbally, mentally, physically, or sexually, find it within yourself to purge and atone. Set yourself free and ask the Lord for forgiveness and then forgive yourself. Hebrews 12:14-15, Strive for peace with everyone, and the holiness without which no one will see the Lord. See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no root of bitterness springs up and causes trouble, and by it, many become defiled. If peace is impossible between you and the afflicted one or the person who has afflicted that pain on you, then have peace within yourself. Call on the holy spirit of God and ask for forgiveness and be at peace with yourself and any decisions that you have made. My fellow Queen, trust and believe in the process and know that there is nothing more important than you. With prayer, hope, and faith, you can annihilate whatever demons that may come your way. If you want to heal, you must trust in and repeatedly work through the process until the desired forgiveness settles permanently into your heart. It may take time, maybe weeks, months, or years, but no matter what keep pushing through it. If you must, because you have absorbed all options; as stated earlier, then let go and let God. Choose to be at peace with yourself and others. Surround yourself with people who have your best interest at hand and immerse yourself with positive energy. And, don't forget to smile, and hug yourself daily. Because Queen, you are loved, and wonderfully, fearfully created in the eyes of the lord. You are on your way to wellness! What is wellness? Wellness is an individual pursuit. We have self-responsibility for our own choices, behaviors, and lifestyles, but it's also significantly influenced by the physical, social, and cultural environments in which we live. Wellness is also associated with an active process of being aware and making choices that lead toward an outcome of optimal holistic health and well-being. Wellness is about more than just physical health. Most models of wellness include at least 6 dimensions. Physical: A healthy body through exercise, nutrition, sleep, etc. Mental: Engagement with the world through learning, problem-solving, creativity, etc. Emotional: Being in touch with, aware of, accepting of, and able to express one’s feelings (and those of others). Spiritual: Our search for meaning and purpose in human existence. Social: Connecting with, interacting with, and contributing to other people and our communities. Environmental: A healthy physical environment free of hazards; awareness of the role we play in bettering rather than denigrating the natural environment. https://globalwellnessinstitute.org/what-is-wellness/

So I will just get straight to the point! I tried to kill myself but thank God I was saved and I'm here today to fulfill my dreams and to be here for the loved ones in my life. I realize that I am a child of God, I am a Queen, I have a purpose, I do matter, and I am beautiful, gifted, and talented! Thank God and Thank God for my family, my friends, prayer warriors, medication, and therapy. I asked you today, what does mental illness look like? It looks like you, me, and anyone in the world. I have attempted suicide a couple of times in my life and as early as my childhood, I suffered from mental illness. I never knew why or what was happening to me. I've had some very happy moments in my life and I've had some very traumatic moments too. Even when I'm happy, mental illness strikes, and for no apparent reason. In the past, I couldn't understand it, it was unexplainable, an ongoing battle from therapy to hospitalization. After several years of going through this, finally I went to see a specialist and was clinically diagnosed. Now I understand in my life what I need to do to make sure that I am well and safe. If you suffer from mental illness please get help it's no joke. If you know someone who suffers from mental illness, I'm asking you today to be sensitive to what you say to people who are mentally ill, it could trigger them. Be kind, be patient, be thoughtful, and don't judge them. Instead, love them, support them, and get them help. We are not exempt from mental illness. While some experience mental illness only once in their life (depending on the illness, environment, life stressors, and genetics), others battle mental illness for the rest of their lives. Some of us think that we don't have a problem and truly believe that everyone else is the problem. Unfortunately, these myths and illusions force us to suffer in silence and not seek treatment. Mental illness affects everyday functional people, and it's not limited to the homeless man talking to himself. It impacts a person’s emotions, perceptions, and behaviors. Afro-Americans suffer from mental illness just like their white counterparts. Afro-Americans are more likely to be at risk for developing a mental condition than any nationality. In fact, when you think of everyday stressors, systematic racism such as police brutality, education and health care gaps, and sexism that impacts Afro-American women. This is a perfect time to shed light on what many deem a nonexistent problem. Schizophrenia, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, major depression, generalized anxiety disorder, dissociative identity disorder/multiple personality disorder, bulimia, ADHD, OCD, and social anxiety are examples of mental illnesses that people battle daily. Mental illness is just as serious as any other disease and those affected by it should not be judged or outcast. Mental illness is a flaw in brain chemistry, not a character flaw, a rich people problem, or a white people problem. Don't be part of the problem, get educated and help someone today! Please scroll down and see the list of people who have committed suicide or have tried. Please also scroll down to see images of them as well. May they find healing and may they rest in peace! Attempted---- Oprah, Halle Berry, Tamar Braxton, Fantasia, Drew Barrymore, Elton John, Owen Wilson, Princess Diana of Wales, Eminem, Mike Tyson Suicides---- 1. Anthony Bourdain Producer | Anthony Bourdain: No Reservations Died June 8, 2018, at age 61, by hanging himself 2. Stephanie Adams Self-made millionaire, Actress/Secret Lives of Women. Play Boy Bunny She died May 18, 2018, at age 47, by jumping out of a 25th-floor hotel window after first throwing her 7-year-old son out of the window in a murder-suicide 3. Simone Battle Actress | Zoey 101 Died September 5, 2014, at age 25, by hanging herself 4. Kurt Cobain Singer-songwriter, Soundtrack | Moulin Rouge! Died on April 5, 1994, at age 27, of a self-inflicted gunshot wound; his body lay undiscovered for at least 3 days. 5. Don Cornelius Soul Train Host, Soundtrack | Nutty Professor II: The Klumps Died February 1, 2012, age 75, of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. 6. Margot Kidder Actress | Superman Died May 13, 2018, age 69, of a drug and alcohol overdose 7. Marilyn Monroe Actress | Some Like It Hot Died August 4, 1962, age 36, of an overdose of barbiturates 8. Rob Pilatus Singer from the group Milli Vanilli, Actor | Das Erbe der Guldenburgs Died April 2, 1998, age 32, of an alcohol and drug overdose 9. Mark Salling Actor | Glee Died on January 30, 2018, at age 35, by hanging himself from a tree in a local park 10. Jas Waters Writer | What Men Want, "This Is Us" and "Hood Adjacent with James Davis" Died June 9, 2020, age 39 by hanging herself 11. Robin Williams Actor | Mrs. Doubtfire Was an Oscar winner and 4-time Oscar nominee. Died on August 11, 2014, at age 63, by hanging himself. To learn more, CLICK THE BELOW LINK https://www.todaysqueenlifeandstyle.com/post/anti-depression