I discovered laser hair removal during high school, and all the research I did told me that people of color (POC) could not have the procedure done, mainly because the technology wasn’t able to differentiate dark hair and dark skin. I filed it in my mental folder with things that were inaccessible to me and women of color and continued my search for at-home hair removal products. Over the last several years, I've seen influencers and celebrities having laser hair removal done, but I still didn't look into it more because I just knew that it would be outside of my budget.
I've never known anyone personally (white or of color) who has received laser hair removal, which made it hard for me to ask questions to someone who had experienced it. Because of that I want to share my journey for others like me who may be interested in laser hair removal. Read more to learn about My Journey, The Process, The Cost and The Experience. Connect with me in the comments or on social media @jasminectate.
Read MoreFacing the reality of hatred in our world is exhausting, and hard and uncomfortable. My thoughts and prayers are with the families, associates and loved-ones of Delaina Ashley Yaun, Paul Andre Michels, Xiaojie Tan, Daoyou Feng, Julie Park and Hyeon Jeon Park.
Seeking God in prayer is always a great starting point. Although I believe Christ spoke the world into existence and performed miracles in and outside of the bible and he’s still able to today, I also believe that we must follow Jesus’ example and move beyond prayer into action. I’ve shared 13 additional ways to drive action below.
Read MoreDuring my previous roles social media was a welcomed escape from work, and I often turned to one of the many apps during my breaks for quick updates, laughs, inspiration and more. In my current position as a marketing and communications manager, screen-time in this period of remote work has grown to 100% of my role, and now I’m trying to be intentional about giving my eyes an escape from digital and social media any chance I can.
There have been many studies and experts who attest to the need for breaks during the day, not to mention the right granted by law. Everyone who works a eight-hour workday should take a minimum of three breaks during the day including two paid rest breaks and one meal break lasting 30 minutes to an hour. While these periods and the time granted vary across different states, companies and organizations, there is usually a similar standard. See your employee handbook or the state labor and employment guidelines for specifics. Below are ten activities to clear your mind, maximize your time and achieve productivity on your next break that have worked for me.
Read More‘Tis the season for goal setting.
Every year I reflect on the blessings and accomplishments over the last 365 days and prepare for the next; it's an emotional experience. With a global pandemic, a pivotal period of the Black Lives Matter movement, the push for diversity, equity and inclusion and a historic election season, emotional is a word that describes 2020 well for me. Although the pandemic shifted some of my goals in 2020, looking back on all that I experienced, overcame and achieved, I know that God is real and good.
I’ve set my goals for 2021 and shared them with some of my close family and friends who found it helpful and adopted many of my goals. If you haven’t set your goals for 2021, it’s never too late, and the five steps below will help you get started.
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