Self-Love

Before really getting into everything post-grad blues, let me first say what’s good? What’s been going on! I hope you all have been doing great as we approach the six month of the year! In the comments below, tell me one thing you’re excited to do this summer? (talk to me cause I sure do answer). For me, I’m excited about my 24th birthday coming up soon (June 22nd)! Anyways, with us being in graduation season, I thought it was the perfect time to talk about my struggle with post grad blues and how I beat it, so I can encourage anyone that may b[...]

What’s goodie (in my best YouTube intro)! Lemme stop lol because I don’t have a YouTube...yet! But I am definitely trying to figure out the best way to add a more personal touch to my blog and brand in general, so my readers can get more of a feel for the girl behind the blog. I must say that’s part of the reason for my absence, and I do apologize for being MIA. It’s just that I really want you all to get to experience more of my personality by being able to hear me and possibly even see me, so I have been contemplating how this can happen. Let me know wh[...]

Hey y’all! I had planned to drop a post some Saturdays ago talking more about my mental health, but I just couldn’t bring myself to post that after seeing the recording of George Floyd’s death.  My mind has been racing over the last two weeks trying to figure out how best to put my thoughts into words. My heart literally aches for my people especially Black men at this time, more than ever. I know I wanted to use my platform to really share a letter that has honestly been on my heart since dropping my first Black empowerment letter, Dear Black Girl, I H[...]

If you’re reading this, I just wanna say “HEYYYYYYY” and how are you doing? It’s been a little minute since the last time I posted, and I can explain, though it’s no excuse. As a matter of fact, I’ll post another blog really talking about the time off,  but for now, let’s celebrate! Kaila with an E is 1 year old! IT’S MY BLOGIVERSARY It’s my blogiversay (cue Tony, Toni, Tone). ???! Yes, May 4th, made ONE YEAR since I launched my blog! This has been such a great journey of growth for me and hopefully you too. In celebration of my blogiversary[...]

Happy Black History Month! Black History Month is definitely one of my favorite things about February as we take time as a nation (US) to show love and appreciation for our Black Kings and Queens, past and present. I love celebrating and highlighting my people so much that I just had to dedicate a post to us. I have really debated about whether or not to drop this post centered around all my sisters, representing the color of the rainbow. I did not want to come off as being exclusive,  like with a “you can’t sit with us”, mean girl attitude. But then I reme[...]

Happy February AKA the month of  love! Despite what the stores and social media try to force, this month of love ain't just for my peeps in relationships. Singles can celebrate this month just as hard by showing love to themselves and to those dope people in their lives. Remember, relationship or not, self-love is a vibe. Never let anyone tell you differently. YOU ARE YOU, and that's your power. On that note, let me also show MAD LOVE to all my melanin-enriched people as we celebrate Black History Month. Yeah, February is our month! It is the month that[...]

Before I talk about my 2020 plans and moves, let me start this conversation with a little “Ekaila’s Question of the Day.” Now, my friends and family know I am definitely the one who will randomly ask a question if I really want to know an answer. So, here’s my not so random question, “What’s one move you really want to make this year? Maybe your move for your 2020 bucket list is traveling somewhere new, or more time for self-care, or even learning a new skill. Whatever your move is, now think about this, why haven’t you done it yet? Nope. I won�[...]

Have you ever felt like one of your relationships with your significant others, friends, or even family members, was one-sided? Like you were constantly giving out positive energy, but not getting the same energy in return? Or have you ever questioned your importance in someone's life because you felt like they didn't value your time or dismissed your feelings? What about you censoring yourself or not communicating your feelings to keep the other person happy? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might have a problem. The problem is a lack of clear[...]