Have you ever caught yourself justifying your worst actions, or found solace in playing the role of the victim? This episode of Carmen Talk is an exploration into the effects of our mindset on the world we experience. With a special thank you to my crew, our neighborhood pals, and the always insightful Charlie Mattera, we … Continue reading Carmen Talk: Self-Reflection and Personal Responsibility
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A Story of My Privilege – a Black Woman
[This is a transcription of the latest episode on the podcast All About the Joy - episode 123] Here is the audio version if you'd like to listen: This is one of those really difficult conversations that we all actually have to have, and I understand that it's so easy to be defensive about it, … Continue reading A Story of My Privilege – a Black Woman
Clear signs you’re around a toxic person?
I'm a big preacher of moving yourself away from toxicity. And I’ve become quite the master of it. I mention it because having this skill can be lifesaving. It was lifesaving for me as a kid and now as an adult, it helps keep my peace. But talking to a friend of mine the … Continue reading Clear signs you’re around a toxic person?
You Look So Much Better When You Smile
Photo by Andre Furtado on Pexels.com I prepared two blog posts this week, thinking I would share one today and the other next week, but I woke this morning and the song on loop in my head made me dance in my kitchen as I poured my morning coffee. I just instantaneously felt so much … Continue reading You Look So Much Better When You Smile
Being Able To Breathe is a Big Reason
This is my neighborhood. I walk by here almost every day... I’ve always had allergies. I grew up in Boston and when I was a little kid I suffered from Bronchial Asthma – and severe allergies. I had inhalers and got monthly injections to help with the worst of it, but along with being so … Continue reading Being Able To Breathe is a Big Reason
Creative Simplicity 