Self love is often presented as something we can implement, nurture and maintain with ease. A routine we can perfect. A mindset we can lock into place if we try hard enough. But when life ...
There are seasons where loving yourself feels intuitive. Almost effortless. And then there are seasons that are…different…more difficult. Times when the ground feels unstable, routines dissolve and the future feels too abstract to plan for. ...
Holding space for Black women, the Upspoken way, means holding space for those in our circles, unapologetically, through every season and every rhythm. It also means, and encourages us, to remember that the start of ...
Healing is often described as a journey that unfolds in its own time. It is not something we can rush or force, and it is not a straight path. “Trust the healing process. It takes ...
Pain during consensual sex affects many people, even when the mood is right and the experience is wanted. Known medically as dyspareunia, this physical discomfort can impact intimacy, self-esteem and relationships. Dyspareunia is common, treatable ...
As someone deeply invested in how Black people, bodies and stories are seen, and felt, I’ve been reflecting on the upcoming new season of Love Is Blind. The show’s concept is simple yet powerful: people ...
Have you ever been at a cookout, laughing, talking, and out of nowhere, someone brings up a topic that makes everyone pause? Maybe it’s something personal, maybe it’s a little awkward. But guess what? Sometimes, ...
Our experiences with sexual and relational health are deeply shaped by the world around us—our culture, our histories and the people in our lives. From childhood friendships to adult sisterhoods, the relationships we cultivate can ...
Maternal mental health illnesses typically occur during the perinatal period, which is during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum. Mental health illnesses such as depression, generalized anxiety disorder and post traumatic stress disorder are just a few ...
Upspoken community, what is something you’re creating, reading, watching or listening to that is pushing you to prioritize your health and happiness? I’m currently rewatching “Survival of the Thickest” and it has given me so ...
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