Self-Esteem Booster of the Week: Pamper Yourself Terri Lomax July 30, 2013 Pick a day out of the week for you to splurge on yourself a little. Just by getting your nails and hair done you will already feel 10 times better. During the summer try to get a pedicure at least once a month, it will help if you are shy about showing your toes. Continue reading...
Mocha Girl on a Mission: Aisha A Photography Terri Lomax July 29, 2013 I’ve encountered many obstacles in my life but the biggest one was definitely the passing of my mother from pancreatic cancer in 2011. She was my main supporter when it came to my photography and just my empowerment in general. Continue reading…
New Experience Diary: Relocating to NYC- Making Friends, Trying New Things & Finding a Hairdresser! Terri Lomax July 26, 2013 Relocating to a new city can be rather daunting! This is the 4th time that I've moved to a new city in the last 6 years. Each time, I learn something new that helps me transition for future moves. Being in a new place where you don't know the area. Continue reading…
Self-Esteem Booster of the Week: Make Time for Yourself Terri Lomax July 22, 2013 Set aside time each day for “me-time.” Whether you have to set your alarm clock 15 minutes early or schedule your “me-time” mid-day, after lunch. Take a few minutes to do something that you enjoy. Read a book, peruse a magazine, journal or exercise. Continue reading...
Mocha Girl on a Mission: Maria Diaz Terri Lomax July 22, 2013 2 Comments Growing up, I didn’t have many dreams or hopes for my future. At a young age I had to overcome many obstacles that the average child didn’t have to face. I grew up in a single parent home with two younger siblings. Continue reading…
3 Life Lessons My 3-Year-Old Niece Can Teach Us Terri Lomax July 19, 2013 A couple of months ago, I called myself being a "good auntie/sister" and volunteered to babysit my 3-year-old niece for a week. I wanted her to get better acquainted with "this" side of the family, while relieving my sister and brother-in-law, for his birthday weekend. Continue reading…
Self-Esteem Booster of the Week: Stop Any Negative Self Talk Terri Lomax July 16, 2013 If you make a mistake, instead of calling yourself names or beating yourself up, ask yourself: “What caused me to do this?” “Why did this happen?” “What can I learn from this?” “What can I do differently next time?” Continue reading...
Mocha Girl on a Mission: Farah Jeantel Terri Lomax July 15, 2013 1 Comment As a 20 year old woman, many look at me and say that I have not experienced enough to know how to overcome various life obstacles. Regardless of what I have been through I believe each obstacle needs patience, persistence, and peruse (3 P's). Continue reading...
Dear Mama: Standing Up to My Mom for the First Time Terri Lomax July 12, 2013 13 Comments When I turned 18 I didn't feel like a woman and I sure didn't feel like an adult. I felt like the same little girl who was punched in the face by her mom in the 5th grade, for having a messy desk and writing a love note to a little boy in her class. Continue reading…
Self-Esteem Booster of the Week: Create an Uplifting Playlist Terri Lomax July 9, 2013 1 Comment Create a playlist of songs that make you feel good about yourself and that communicate positive messages. Listen to your playlist daily or whenever you need your spirits uplifted. A few of the songs on my Uplifting Playlist are: Just Fine- Mary J. Blige, Imagine Me- Kirk Franklin…Continue reading...