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Rico Nasty by Brian Ziff for PAPER Magazine, 2020

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jst tryn to find the balance in all of this...that’s really it...

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#newmoonwhodis ✨🌕🙌🏾 . . . . i really have to remind myself that to get better at the things i love, i have to first try, but not stop there...I have to practice, really commit + be disciplined. i have been so critical of myself, when it comes to things im passionate about or enjoy...if i don’t see progress or immediate results, or its fails, i will just walk away, or ill half-a$$ commit to it or i’ll procrastinate + not be completely focused or consistent...thats all just “self-sabotage” something ive been doing for too long, + i wasn’t even aware of it. it took me a while to realize the things that I am passionate about don’t just go away, they’ve been there all along, right where i left them, waiting for me to return. it doesn’t matter where you are on your journey, or how long you’ve been away, just pickup where you left off, or re-start if you need to. it is ok. so here’s me taking my own advice, practicing awareness, changing my beliefs, re-committing, restarting + accepting where i am on my journey. 🙏🏾💕🦄 . . #blackgirlyoga #healing #khemeticyoga #eclipse #settingintentions #awareness #selfcare #loveyourself

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6.29 ||from the time i can remember, i’ve always collected small objects...stones, crystals, plants, notes...anything with meaning to me... as I continued to get older the meaning of this habit evolved to me keeping things to remind me, of moments, people, milestones i never wanted to forget... in the last several years...i began to collect specific things...photos, crystals, flowers, stones....from different places, to remind myself, of where I’ve been, that i am not alone in this world, that i am alive + i am connected to the people, places, nature...everything here on earth + everything is a part of me...these objects remind me to be present + to maintain awareness + to be intentional w/everything i do for my mind, body + spirit... it’s kind of funny...to think that one could forget those basic things or that we (I) need or use objects/things to navigate this world...but then i remember during my childhood growin up catholic...learning how to carry + use the rosary, learning that those small symbolic beads are used by millions all over the world to connect to the spirit... i don’t “need” any of these things, to “know” these truths, however every now + then, when i began to lose focus...it’s nice to have these small symbols bring me back to the present... today, i took this photo...just saw the camera, picked it up + clicked...no posing, no outfit, just a pic...immediately after i took it, i put it down + walked away...when i came back, i was surprised...i always am when i see pictures of me “seeing” me, + the strangest part, as the picture was still slowly developing, was the realization that i was looking into the past...crazy... i see my face, i also see my mother’s face, her mother + father’s faces, my father’s face, his mother + father’s faces, + so many faces before me...it’s so beautiful to be alive, to embody so much history...so many past lives + to “see” that they are all a part of me. this makes me happy. today i think i needed a reminder that i am here...i was birthed into this world, today...created with a purpose, intentional...we all are. i needed a reminder, that the people who came before me, who made it possible for me to be here are

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“...be yourself + knw that that’s good enough...” - frank ocean’s mom 🌊✨

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👹✂️❌🍟🖍🚭❤️ || ive been wearing a lot of red lately..

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blq•n•ese•ican || i am (we are) here always 🙏🏾✨🔮🌀🔄🌏

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luhhh dis blog 💕💕💕

WITCHTIPS & HOROSCOPES 2/7-13/2018

Written by Jessica Lanyadoo

Witch Tips

Feelings are not facts, and facts don’t necessarily change your feels. We humans are not machines – we’re animals, and we’re not meant to always be reasonable. Feelings and emotions are like tinted lenses – they color what you see. Here’s the kicker, my love: your perceptions are not the center of the Universe; they’re the center of your Universe

Feeling chill isn’t equal to being on the right path, and suffering doesn’t mean you’re off track.

This week, it’s time for an internal check-in and some deep emotional integration. That will mean different things to different folks, but what’s Universal about it is that we’re all feeling extra caught up in our own perspective right about now. Remember that your feels, no matter how compelling they are, should not replace data. And when making personal choices, remember that the data, no matter how comprehensive it is, shouldn’t completely override your feelings. It’s about balance.

2017 was an insane ride, and the astrology of ’18 doesn’t promise much of a break. Commit to rooting out the ways that you are unkind to yourself and others. Confront your double standards, your apathy, and the ways that you submit to fear. This is a time when you can align yourself with your greatest potential, but as the maxim goes, “you need to feel it to heal it,” my love. Don’t recoil from the pain of healing. Own it when you’re languishing in a rut, and try to do small things to pull yourself out of it every day that you can. Be generous with your kindness, your care, and your resources.

Hate is like glue – it binds you to the object of your disgust.

Love is the agent of transformation that you need. It’s not enough to hate Nazis; you have to love humans. It’s not enough to despise your abusive ex; you must love yourself enough to move on. The power of feeling is so great that it shouldn’t go unchecked. This is the perfect time to get honest with yourself about where you’re at and infuse it with kindness, patience, and love, and commit to acting from that place.

WITCH TOOLS: HUMMINGBIRD SAGE

Space clearing is an essential component to maintaining spiritual health and energetic boundaries. Hummingbird Sage (also known as the true black sage) pulls your consciousness towards other realms. It is also a wonderful  for purification. This is a great tool for journeying, Path-working, and Dream Work.  The smell of hummingbird sage is less pungent than that of white sage, but you will want to use the White Sage to bring you back.

Spiritual Journeying

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ARIES

March 21-April 19

It’s time to do what you do best and get ‘er done, Aries. If you’ve been putting things off, this week you’re on call to step up and finish it off. The only caveat is that this isn’t a great time for taking on new projects, unless you have literally nothing outstanding on your to-do list. Clear your inbox, make good on your debts, and clean out your closet. It’s time to wrap it up so you can make room for something new, even if you aren’t sure what’s next, my love.

TAURUS

April 20-May 20

This week, you’re at risk of weaving such an idealistic situation in your mind that you’ll be disappointed by the perfectly chill reality in front of you. Your desire to be happy and secure in your life is healthy and inspired. Your impulse to rush to the part where you’re there is more driven by fear than it is by faith in your own success. Be where you’re at, Taurus, without jumping to conclusions or rushing your progress. If you allow yourself to be surprised by your life, you just may like what you see.

 GEMINI

May 21-June 21

Don’t confuse “it’s hard” with “I can’t,” Twin Star. Freedom is not just about your material circumstances. True freedom has to start within. This week, your task is to manage where you let your thoughts roam. When you feed ideas that keep you stuck, it’s like you’re sitting in a cage with no lock. Just because you’re able to change the flow of your attention, that doesn’t make it easy to execute, but this is the time to really try. Make sure that your actions reflect the wisdom you’ve accumulated over time, my love.

CANCER

June 22-July 22

You’re moving through some deep terrain, but the hardest work is behind you, my love. You’ve got the information you need, and as long as you’re willing to do the work, the runway is clear for takeoff, Pilot. If you’ve been going through a rough time, this week may offer you a break; if things have been going your way, it’s likely to look more like a breakthrough. You don’t need for things to feel perfect for them to be going in the perfect direction, Moonchild.

LEO

July 23-Aug. 22

When your head is full of too much, you can no longer have real perspective. This week is all about returning to center and realigning with your sense of purpose, Leo. You can get far if you prioritize finding your heart’s will and temper that info with a grounded assessment of your situations. This is not the time to act in a vacuum; you need people, so try not tot alienate yourself from them. If you need some space, take it with kindness, my love.

VIRGO

Aug. 23-Sept. 22

There’s no “right answer,” Virgo. There’s just action and consequence. When you are willing to honor your truth, you can refer back to your insides and assess whether a thing is right for you, but that doesn’t make it black and white. This is the wrong time to look outside of yourself for answers, Virgo. The pain that you’re coping with now is trying to nudge you to deepen your relationship to yourself. You may have to let go of something that’s not working for you this week. Be willing to do that if it allows you to better hold on to yourself.

LIBRA

Sept. 23-Oct. 22

You officially don’t need to take on anyone else’s drama this week, Libra. To paraphrase Ricky Gervais, just because a person is offended doesn’t mean that they’re right. It’s not important that you take sides or invest in people’s versions of the story. If you’re trying to be a source of support, you can simply be a witness without getting involved. If you’re the one with the commotion going on, try to process it without requiring others to pick teams.

SCORPIO

Oct. 23-Nov. 21

Instead of changing other people, it’s time to change yourself. You don’t need to shift everything at once, Scorpio, but you do need to start with your attitudes. Try walking a different way to work, carrying your bag on a different shoulder, or holding your phone in a different hand. The point is to interrupt your habits to see what new pathways organically emerge. You’re growing; don’t let routine or the status quo get in the way of your potential.

SAGITTARIUS

Nov. 22-Dec. 21

Whatever you do, it’s important that you change. If you’re ready to let go but it can’t be of just of anything – be honest with yourself about what you’ve outgrown. You don’t need to know what comes next in order to be doing the right thing in the here and now. Don’t let yourself get caught up in what you presume other people are thinking about you or in what they’re doing with their life. Everyone develops at their own rate, and feeling bad about your progress will only slow you down. In a game of rock-paper-scissors, gratitude always beats fear, my love.

CAPRICORN

Dec. 22-Jan. 19

If you don’t take a balanced approach to self-care, you’re likely to end up so overwhelmed this week that you’ll feel disempowered to even cope. You’re changing, Capricorn, and while it’s not clear yet if it’s all unicorns and rainbows, what is clear is that you want to be happy and aren’t always sure about how to get there. Be gentle with yourself as you parse it out; you may need to let some things go in order to make room for something bigger and better. Go with the flow of your life, sweet one.

 AQUARIUS

Jan. 20-Feb. 18

You’re moving through some very intense emotions these days, and that’s no Aquarius’s favorite thing to do. The good news is that you’ve started to see some progress, and this week you’re likely to build a supportive foundation of hope. The fun thing about life is that you have free will (not to be confused with control); use it to maintain a grateful and motivated attitude in the face of your greatest hopes and fears, my love.

 PISCES

Feb. 19-March 20

Too much of even the best of things still ends up feeling like too much, Pisces. This week you would do best to moderate yourself. It’s important that you get down time so that you can identify how you actually feel about the progress you’re making as well as avoid getting caught up in your petty reactions and more fearful thoughts. You’re on the right path, and now your job is to take care of yourself and the things you value. Don’t second guess yourself, Puppy.

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new beginnings 🌑✨ (at Tokyo, Japan)

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blq.🦄 chronicles #157: i’ve always been so s l o w... i wake up at least 3 hours b4 i have to b anywhere, bc I simply like to take my mf’n time... 🧘🏾‍♀️ i always hated rushing to do anything + i FN HATE when anybody wakes me up out my mf’n sleep improperly !!!! 😡😡🤬😡😡 (see proper steps below)...🙅🏾‍♀️🙅🏾‍♀️🙅🏾‍♀️ in the morning i like to wake up around 5am; i don’t actually get up (unless i have to really pee) instead i dream + meditate, or watch the sky turn all the shades of blue ((my fav color)) as the sun rises. i keep a notebook by my pillow + i grab a pen + write/draw the first thing that comes to mind when I finally “wake up” i 🚽, brush my teeth + on mornings when i have more time i take a long bath or shower + try to not think about anything besides the way the water feels on my body. i drink water + make herbal tea, then I moisturize my body, taking my time to make sure im not neglecting any parts...(esp. my feet 😖) sometimes I dance, stretch, do yoga or listen to music before putting on makeup (if I want to) + finally getting dressed. b4 i head out the door, i make sure i have water, healthy snacks, + everything i need to be prepared for the day... it took me a long time to really get this routine right, + it does change based on my mood/needs... if I wake up w/ feelings of sadness or anger or confusion, i may spend more time dreaming, crying, writing, taking a bath or doing whatever feels right...if im feeling excited, i may spend more time dancing or listening to music...if i feel charged or sexy...i may spend more time looking in the mirror or moisturizing my body slowly. my mornings are sacred to me, bc this is the time that i dedicate to myself + it sets the tone for the rest of my day. my mornings are my time...+ my routine not only allows me to get in touch with my feelings (+ i have so many feelz) but also start the day off honoring myself, the things i love, or illuminating things that i struggle with or things i need/want to improve in my life. i am not perfect, i am human, life is not + definitely has not always been easy, but it also doesn’t have to be more difficult then already is, by rushing or waking up late, when i know that doesn’t serve me. thru my personal understanding of that, I know how important it is for me to really move slowly, take my time w/ mind, my body, my feelz + my spirit, b4 heading out into the external world, where not everyone has learned the importance of ((self-care)) side note(s): - if u MUST wake me up, it must be w/gentle whispers, never loud or in a rush, bc any other manner disturbs my dreams + that makes me angry 😡 i hear u, even if i don’t respond for 45 min - 1 hr... lmao this always annoys anyone with the responsibility of waking me up + my mama still doesn’t do it 😒😡 but its really important, otherwise i’ll feel completely off for the entire day - i like my belly fat (+ booty fat 😜) i get rite b4 my period. i think my bloatedness is kinda cute lol + i just try to wear loose, comfy clothes + eat whatever TF I want! - i don’t like to shave in the wintertime 🤷🏾‍♀️ (or anytime really 🤔)...+ i like playing w/ my armpit hair bc it’s weird lmao 😂😂 - i am so clumsy...i spilled like half of my precious caramel/mocha foundation, that i can’t find anywhere in asia bc they don’t cater to brown ppl yet 🤦🏾‍♀️😫😭😢 what r y’all’s daily routines/rituals for self-care? ✨🦄

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i bike everyday...rain/shine//hot/cold + it feels fckn a m a z i n g... p.s. when i listen to this song while i ride, I feel even more invincible 😜

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some days my feelz r out of control

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