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Transformation begins in your mind…

Jan 3
4 min

Transformation begins in your mind…

This is a pic of my knee brace...here's why it matters to me. So to give a little background to the pic this year will make year three that I have been committed to my physical health and wellness. I started in February 2020 after falling in January 2020 and really taking some time to evaluate my situation. My knees were heavily damaged from being overweight and years of falling. I would later learn in 2021 that I suffer from vertigo and that my equilibrium is easily triggere

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2022 Closeout

Dec 31, 2022
3 min

2022 Closeout

The new me was birthed earlier this year, I'm just waiting on the new year to catch up. As I reflect on 2022 and prepare to enter the new year, I have worked hard to practice what I’ve been preaching for years now. I have been on my self care, pouring into me, healing Michelle, focus on myself energy real big! I realized that while I was doing all of the work to motivate others and encourage them to heal and do the work to live their best lives but I wasn’t doing the work for

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It’s Wednesday but it’s “Mon”day!!!

Aug 24, 2022
1 min

It’s Wednesday but it’s “Mon”day!!!

It’s officially “Mon”day over here at iammichellerena.com because it’s our DOPE AF contributing writer, Monica Odom’s, birthday!!! Happy Birthday Mon!!! I am so grateful for our sisterhood, friendship, and partnership and all that has been birthed from it. I’m super excited about this next season and the journey that you are on. Sending you lots of love and birthday wishes from one side of the globe to the other! XOXO, MichelleRena #virgo, #virgoseason, #QueenBday, #dopeblack

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Knowing your worth is an essential part of self care

Aug 21, 2022
3 min

Knowing your worth is an essential part of self care

First things first, I had a birthday a week ago today but wasn’t able to celebrate because my entire house was sick with Covid. I literally have been on the mend all week. We managed to go this entire time without getting sick and then boom 🤯 school starts and a week later every single one of us is sick. I was so excited counting down til my birthday but being sick completely overshadowed it. I am grateful that we are all much better and completely have my guard back up beca

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Everyone is talking about Will Smith...

Mar 28, 2022
5 min

Everyone is talking about Will Smith...

I rarely get into pop culture on the blog, yet here we are. There is so much to think about and all of it is not about the slap. But, yes everyone is talking about Will Smith and not because of his Oscar win for his portrayal of Richard Williams in 'King Richard' but for his very "un-Will Smith like" response to comedian Chris Rock and his joke about Jada Pinkett-Smith. We all saw it. It was literally the slap seen around the world. It is amazing to read and see the variety o

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Meet Demetrius Dorn of A'Dorn Scrubs & More

Mar 23, 2022
2 min

Meet Demetrius Dorn of A'Dorn Scrubs & More

Every woman has a story and honestly the more I interview these amazing DOPE Black Women the more intrigued I become with learning the why behind the work! Each interview is an honor to complete and this one is no different. Meet Demetrius "DeeDee" Dorn, certified surgical technician and entrepreneur. DeeDee is a native of Rockledge, Florida now living in Atlanta, Georgia. She began a new venture that has allowed her to launch an online store for scrubs, lab coats and more.

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How are you showing up today?

Mar 22, 2022
2 min

How are you showing up today?

When I conduct professional development this is one of my favorite welcoming rituals. I like to know how people are showing up because it helps guide me in my interactions with them. When I know how you’re showing up I know whether or not you feel safe and in many cases ready to receive what I am preparing to share. As I am learning to exercise more grace with myself, I have started asking myself the same question. “Michelle, how are you showing up today?” Asking myself this

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Spring has sprung and now it’s time to blossom…

Mar 21, 2022
2 min

Spring has sprung and now it’s time to blossom…

I took some time off to enjoy spring break. During what felt like the shortest week ever, I really enjoyed not going to work, waking up late, and binge watching tv. It’s rare that I get a chance to just unplug and do nothing. I needed it…BAD!! So I did just that. I laughed with husband and kids. Loved on my Mama and youngest nephew and really had time to sit and incubate. The last shedding of winter took place for me. There’s something about coming out of winter that feels li

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Dream Without Fear

Mar 11, 2022
2 min

Dream Without Fear

Someone said "sometimes you just have to do it scared" and honestly for me that couldn’t be truer. A lot of times we are so hyper focused on what might go wrong that we completely neglect to factor in what would happen if everything went right. We prep ourselves for the sorrow but we never think about the joy. I know this to be true because I am so guilty of doing this so much it becomes tortuorous. Here’s the thing…you can think about both. You can factor in the pros and the

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Fear is keeping you from being the best version of yourself

Mar 4, 2022
2 min

Fear is keeping you from being the best version of yourself

So I have been working on overcoming my fears for a while. Honestly it’s a daily goal to not let fear keep me from doing the things I so desire. Ciara shared some really powerful words here in short she says, “if you want to maximize life, you must first maximize who you are in your life.“ That’s it! Fear is a crippling agent. It will have your mind thinking that you can’t do things that actually come naturally to you. It will have you believing that you only deserve the bare

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Meet Dr. Tommie "Tonea" Stewart Retired Univ. Prof/Dean/Actress/Museum Exhibit Director

Mar 2, 2022
3 min

Meet Dr. Tommie "Tonea" Stewart Retired Univ. Prof/Dean/Actress/Museum Exhibit Director

When Dr. Linda Holloway shared with me that she was referring some Dope Black Women for me to interview I was so excited. When I found out that one of those women would be Dr. Tommie "Tonea" Stewart, I nearly lost my mind. Y'all I went straight into fangirl mode and had at least two anxiety attacks leading up to our truly amazing interview. You see it's because this beautiful, melanin filled, Mississippi raised, JSU alum, was one of the faces that I saw regularly growing up.

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Happy Women’s History Month

Mar 1, 2022
2 min

Happy Women’s History Month

One thing for certain, two things for sure…we are advocates for all things Black and woman over here. I am always honored to share space with Dope Women and this month will be no different as we will be highlighting even more. I truly believe that every woman has a story that can inspire and motivate someone else. You don't have to be a business owner, lawyer, entertainer, or influencer to be a BOSS chick. The fact that you are a woman, a carrier of life, a portal makes you a

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Meet Deidra Wilcher, Our Favorite Neighborhood Homegirl, NurseBAE, and Podcaster

Feb 23, 2022
2 min

Meet Deidra Wilcher, Our Favorite Neighborhood Homegirl, NurseBAE, and Podcaster

We are still celebrating all things love this month and I figured why not close out this month’s Dope Black Woman series with another Dope Love Story. But let me back up first, I always have a story of how I meet the people I interview and this week is no different. My first time meeting Deidra Wilcher was when we were little girls growing up in our small towns of Terry and Utica, Mississippi. Both of our mothers were educators and our family also had close ties in the neighb

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Meet Dr. Linda Holloway, Professor, Self Published Children's Book Author, and Story Activist

Feb 9, 2022
4 min

Meet Dr. Linda Holloway, Professor, Self Published Children's Book Author, and Story Activist

Y'all know I love meeting new people and Miss Linda, as I like to call her, is no different. This Dope Black Woman completely rejuvenated my spirit when I was truly reconsidering my calling. When Miss Linda reached out to me over the holiday break and asked me if I was interested in interviewing her there was no way I could turn her down. But little did I know, she would be the one who changed my life and help me regain focus on my purpose. As a Story activist, Dr. Linda Hol

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A Love Supreme…

Feb 4, 2022
4 min

A Love Supreme…

I don't know if you've noticed by now but in case you haven't we LOVE FEBRUARY! Love is kinda our thing over here at iamMichelleRena.com ! February is one of my top two months, after August of course! First...it's my half birthday month, it has Valentine's Day (which is my half birthday), and it’s Black History Month! So it’s all love over here. This is the month where you get to show love to your friends, your family, your colleagues and especially your lover exactly how muc

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Meet Nikki Parker Saint-vil, CEO of Sheeann Candles

Feb 2, 2022
2 min

Meet Nikki Parker Saint-vil, CEO of Sheeann Candles

Y'all know I love meeting people and this next Dope Black Businesswoman is no different. Nikki Parker Saint-Vil is a South Florida native who grew up in the West Palm Beach/Riviera Beach area. During our interview Nikki shared how her love for candles helped spark her interest in candle making and how she is manifesting a life that she knew could exist as a small business owner. Sheeann candles are all handmade poured with perfection love in small batches Nikki uses Soy wax

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The first step to showing real love and care is showing real GRACE!

Feb 1, 2022
3 min

The first step to showing real love and care is showing real GRACE!

I spent most of the month of January fasting, meditating, cleansing, and purging quite a few areas of my life. When your thoughts are clearer you can begin to reassess your purpose. I recognize that I will never stop learning about myself because I am an ever evolving being. While this process drained me mentally it also freed me and for that I am grateful. Now we are in a new month, one of my favorite months (although it is the shortest) and I am excited to share even more w

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Transparency Tuesday: Family Dynamics

Jan 25, 2022
3 min

Transparency Tuesday: Family Dynamics

Happy Tuesday y'all! I found myself so sad last night as I laid in bed talking with my hubby. I shared with him a truth that I often gloss over as it relates to my relationship with my mother. I don't have a lot of expectations for people because I have been constantly let down by those whom I love the most. And while I am OK not being able to depend on those I love even for what seems like the simplest of things it still hurts when you can't. I never got to really experience

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In My Feelings...

Jan 24, 2022
2 min

In My Feelings...

Hey Y'all! It's been a minute! Self care Sundays are still a thing but I am learning to enjoy them more by not focusing on posting about them. I will do a recap once a month of what I managed to indulge in for Self care Sundays and whatever tips I learn along the way. I have to admit that I have been deep in my feelings for the last two weeks or so. Not in a bad way, but definitely in a...I need some time to think and process way. A recap of the last 12 days since my last blo

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Meet Kathy Perkins, Event Planner and CEO of Elegant Events

Jan 12, 2022
3 min

Meet Kathy Perkins, Event Planner and CEO of Elegant Events

Summer 2021 was a whirlwind, but one of the major highlights was in the midst of my struggle. I attended the wedding of my cousin-in-law Marvin and his new bride Cicely. I have been to and participated in a lot of weddings but this one was different. The whole energy and vibe from the very beginning was...well...ELEGANT! I attended the wedding in a wheelchair because I was still suffering from the side effects of vestibular neuritis which left me immobile the entire month of

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Five Essential Self Care Tips For International Women’s Day

Mar 8
2 min

Five Essential Self Care Tips For International Women’s Day

Ladies, In the spirit of this beautiful day my hope is that every woman reading this post finds peace and rest. We all do so much...

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Transformation in Progress…

Mar 7
1 min

Transformation in Progress…

I always told myself I would never be able to lose weight or be fit, I would never run or lift weights because it is what is. I had been...

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