Motivation

Today marks the 95th anniversary of the Black Wall Street Race Massacre. During the 1921 Tulsa, Oklahoma Race Massacre, the U.S. National Guard and the Ku Klux Klan worked hand in hand to destroy Black Wall Street. So why have so many black people never heard of Black Wall Street? Well, most likely because the Tulsa Race Massacre Continue reading...

This month's theme on the Mocha Girls Pit Stop blog, is Celebrating Your Journey. If I had to take a guess, you and I have a lot in common. We have dreams, goals, ambitions and we simply want to be happy. Oh and of course, we desire to make a positive impact on the world. And if you're anything like me, once you achieve that goal that you've been chasing so fervently. Continue reading here...

When I think of the many layers to a woman, it's nothing short of amazing! We are the backbone to life’s creation, the supporters of our male counterparts, a sense of calmness in the storm, and an enduring spirit through all trials and tribulations.However, not all women have been able to tap into their true power. Continue reading...

The past 9 months of my life have been a whirlwind. I got married and moved across the country, relocated twice, went 3 months without a full-time job, loss two grandparents (my dad's mom and my mom's dad), and had a host of family stressors that weighed heavy on my heart. Continue reading...

As Black History Month comes to a close, I've accepted the personal challenge to study, embrace and share Black History year-round. After all, Mocha Girls Pit Stop was created to be a space where "women of color refuel on motivation and ignite their lives.” And what better way to be inspired than to be galvanized by the unfading strength of our resilient ancestors. Continue reading…

I know what it’s like to be single on Valentine’s Day and for some singles, this can be a day of avoiding social media, eye-rolling at the glimpse of lovey-dovey, over sharing posts you accidentally see online and wondering when you’ll find love. This is not to say that all singles dread Valentine’s Day. I know quite a few people who are single by choice and absolutely love it! Continue reading...

I woke up in such a blah mood. It got real this morning. You ever have one of those days where it seems like the world is out to get you? That's how my day began. I'm not sure if I had a bad dream or what, but I woke up not feeling like myself. It doesn't help that it's cold (and I'm from the east coast, I know cold) gloomy and rainy here in San Francisco. Continue reading here...

During our time together, I will share with you my 6-step system for finding your passion and goal mapping to your dreams! My goal is to assist you in becoming your best self using the tools, resources and insights that I've gained over the past few years as I test drove different careers, tried on different passions and. Continue reading...

Can you believe that 2016 is right around the corner? The end of the year is a great time to create your year in review by reflecting on the past and planning for your future. December is always an exciting time for me. Every year around this time, I’m  pretty much over the current year and ready to move on. Continue reading here...

What do you like about men? Don’t tell me anything about their physical nature. What do you like about men? I’m not asking you what type of man you like. Please don’t tell me that he has to be 6’2” and he has to have a good credit score. Continue reading here...