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5 Brands That Love, Support, and Respect Black Women

5 Brands That Love, Support, and Respect Black Women

Being a black woman in this world is a beautiful thing. However, the hardships that come with having brown skin come in many forms. For instance, finding foundation can be a hassle because not a lot of brands on the market cater to brown skin tones. Going to a yoga class can make a black woman feel inferior because she may feel out of her element if she's the only woman of color in the room. As black women, we need support systems. This includes having the right businesses that care about us. Luckily, there are plenty these days. Here are five brands that truly love, support, and respect black women:

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The Luxe Life Playlist

The Luxe Life Playlist

Hey ladies! Here is a playlist to help you feel more luxurious. Here is a mix of classic tunes and modern ones. It is a blend of jazz, hip-hop, funk, and R&B. Each track suited to remind you how valuable you are. You work hard for your money, you deserve to splurge a little on yourself. It doesn’t matter how much you make. It’s about knowing your worth and you know you are worthy of feeling like a million bucks! Happy listening!

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I Love Me Some Me Playlist

I Love Me Some Me Playlist

Self-love doesn't come in a bottle. You can't find it on social media, in a relationship, or through material possessions. Self-love is unattainable through external sources and without it you'll never grow to your fullest potential. When you align with your highest self, then and only then can you receive all that the universe has in store for you. Self-love grows through intentional positive acts that support your spiritual, physical, and overall well-being.

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4 Ways to Commit to YOU!

4 Ways to Commit to YOU!

It’s about time for the sisters to make themselves their priority. Women are consummate caregivers and they are known to put their needs on the back burner. While it’s awesome to show so much love and concern for others, it’s extremely important to have that same love and care for yourself. If you are like many, making the commitment to yourself could be a challenge, but trust that it will be totally worth it. 

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The Benefits of Saying "No" and Creating Boundaries

The Benefits of Saying "No" and Creating Boundaries

“No” is a complete sentence. N-O-Period. These two letters pack a powerful punch. For countless women, the inability to say ‘no’ results in fatigue and other complex outcomes. Early on in our childhood, we’re taught unrealistic expectations for how girls should behave. Over time, these well-meaning principles, which were instilled in us, spiral into incessant people-pleasing. Why is it so easy to cater to the needs of others while our own needs and deepest desires go unfulfilled? One answer is our inability to communicate boundaries in our personal and professional lives. 

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Big Props to Me! How Being Your Own Cheerleader Helps You Grow

Big Props to Me! How Being Your Own Cheerleader Helps You Grow

Ever watched a championship basketball or football game? Picture this: It’s the last quarter, a few seconds are left on the clock, the cheerleaders are screaming, your heart is pumping and you’re feeling the adrenaline. Cheerleaders are the heartbeat of those final seconds. They are the life of the game. They pump up the crowd and confuse the opposition. They clap, stomp, and chant their teams to victories and after the victory they leap into praise mode. Well, we all deserve that kind of support, and it starts within.

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Owning Your Phenomenal Woman Status

Owning Your Phenomenal Woman Status

Auntie Maya penned one of the most amazing and real poems of all time when she blessed the world with “Phenomenal Woman”. This ode to the essence of our “Black Girl Magic” still resonates in the hearts of Sistas all around the planet. We will always reflect on these fabulous words that made the world know, what we always knew: We are ALL. OF. THAT. In homage to Auntie Maya and to celebrate Izzy and Liv being on a mission of promoting positivity among black women for 3 years (our anniversary was April 2020, Y’all!), let’s live the words of Auntie Maya. 

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In My Bag Playlist

In My Bag Playlist

Har to believe, but we’re a third of the way into 2020. Have you checked in on your spiritual, mental, physical, and financial goals? If you’ve fallen off track or need to up the ante, now is the time to refresh and refocus. The “In My Bag” playlist is the instant ego-booster you never knew you needed! Whether you’re getting dressed for work, lacing up for a workout, or need a quick-pick-me up, this playlist will remind you who you are and who you do it for. Even when you're feeling self-conscious or stuck in a rut, be confident in knowing that what you bring to the table, no one else is serving. Go hard and stay in your bag, Sis.

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4 Funky Themes for your Summer BBQ

4 Funky Themes for your Summer BBQ

Well, we have a few tricks up our sleeves that you can do to turn your bbq into the “event of the year”. Get that cookout “right” and people will be looking forward to the next one.

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