Cultures are a way of life, but they are an essential factor to countless lives. They’re something to be embraced, to be honored, and to be celebrated. With Cultturs, the global multicultural magazine for cross-cultural identities, cultures all over can exist and be cherished through this publication. Doni Dannyale Ambrosin (based in Fort Collins, Colorado) founded Culturs to celebrate intersectionality; she herself grew up living in four continents, associating with six cultures by the time she reached a young age. Embracing different parts of your identity is a very powerful thing to do, and Doni encourages her readers to embrace all of their respective intersections and cultures. When it comes to self-love, Doni shares that there’s a power in listening: to yourself, to your body, to others, to other cultures...you’d be amazed at all there is to learn (and see!) if you intentionally search for it. We are inspired by your multicultural background and mission, Doni. We’d love to introduce you to Doni, Queen of Culture!
Read moreBody butters, oils, candles, sugar scrubs...baby, you can have whatever you like!
Body butters, oils, candles, sugar scrubs...baby, you can have whatever you like! Nicholette Taylor first founded ALU ESSENTIALS (based in Stratford, Connecticut) to help relieve her daughter’s eczema. When she realized how effective her products were, Nicholette decided to keep on growing in her creative field, and viola: ALU ESSENTIALS now provide several lovely products to treat your skin right (and your soul even better). To live her life well, Nicholette values decluttering her mind, body, and soul. She encourages her followers to do so as well by taking the time to decide what self-care and wellness looks like to you. It’s personal, it’s beautiful, and it’s absolutely necessary! By providing her line of essential self-care products, Nicholette hopes to enlighten everyone on their own respective self-care journeys. Thank you for sharing your creativity, Nicholette! We’re honored to introduce you to Nicholette, Queen of Essentials!
Read moreQueen: A mind is a terrible thing to waste!
A mind is a terrible thing to waste...which is why Dana Licko is committed to protecting hers (and yours!). Dana is the founder of GoDeep (based in Denver, Colorado), a company that provides blends that help relieve sleep troubles, anxiety, energy restoration, and skin and hair health. These blends are incredibly powerful: combined with collagen, medicinal herbs and roots, and medicinal mushrooms, GoDeep is a radical self-care resource that takes care of what matters most (aka, YOU!). By practicing vulnerability, Dana has learned the importance of being authentic and honest in her journey (including her recovery from addiction). With this practice of self-care, Dana is not only able to heal, but she’s also able to love herself in all of her entirety. Dana wants to encourage people to take back their power by investing in their health and wellness; when you’re glowing on the inside, you can’t help but to thrive in all of your endeavors! Thank you for highlighting the importance of health, Dana. We’re pleased to introduce you to Dana, Queen of Herbs!
Read moreThere is a lot of pride that comes from securing a job!
It’s an honor to be employed. More so than often, it can also be a burden. Especially for Black and brown women. Arielle Grant, founder of Render Free (based in Minneapolis, Minnesota), knows how that burn-out can affect a Black women’s mental, physical, and spiritual health. She created Render Free, a communal wellness space, to promote overall wellness. Many spaces that Black and brown women find themselves in are incredibly white, which can be tirelessly draining. Render Free is a space where these women are not only celebrated, but they are refreshed, rejuvenated, and recharged to continue being a force. Render Free is an incredible example of what it means to have self-love and self-care; to put your best foot forward, you must be your best from your inner core! We greatly admire the work you’re doing, Arielle. Thank you for helping to heal women. We’d love for you to meet Arielle, Queen of Rejuvenating Spaces!
Read moreSometimes, you need a little help to get to the root of your problems, your hair roots!
Sometimes, you need a little help to get to the root of your problems. Literally, girl: your hair roots. Menasha Duchemin, founder of Ticos Garden (based in Tampa, Florida), was inspired to start her business after her clients continually came to her for hair care issues. While determined to help them feel the best they could, Menasha also discovered the importance of practicing self-love. When you set aside time to get back to your best well-being, you’re allowing yourself to experience unconditional love. There is always time for some tender love and care, honey. With these botanically-enhanced products from Ticos Garden, your roots (and soul!) are sure to thrive from this garden of love. We thank you for your incredible service, Menasha. We’d love to introduce you to Menasha, Queen of Healthy Roots!
Read moreSaving our time, our money, our breath...and especially our energy!
We’re all about saving over here. Saving our time, our money, our breath...and especially our energy! This is especially true when it comes to doing our hair; honestly, that task can be a workout. Madeline Holly-Carothers definitely understood that struggle, and like many Black women, she decided to create her own solution. A Curl’s Dream Hair is the business that Madeline started (based in Charlotte, North Carolina) to help Black women rock amazing hairstyles by providing gorgeous wigs and hair extensions. Self-love may look different for everyone, but there’s no denying that it’s a beautiful look on anyone. By practicing intentional gratitude and learning to find lessons in losses, Madeline wants to encourage women to never give up on pursuing what brings their heart joy. Self-love is a practice in itself, and the more you participate in it on a daily basis, the more you’ll reap its benefits. The same way you practice new hairstyles, find new ways to love yourself daily! Thank you for sharing with us this crucial lesson, Madeline. We’d love for you to meet Madeline, Queen of Hair Extensions!
Read moreLearning to love yourself is the greatest gift of all.
Learning to love yourself is the greatest gift of all. This mantra is what Kimberly Merriweather lives by. Kimberly started her business, Giggles in a Basket (based in El Paso, Texas), to inspire people to practice giving out more “just because” gifts. These gift baskets have everything that you can dream of: tea and wine, candles, journals, bath goodies, and so much more. There is a lot of joy that comes from receiving and giving presents, and that joy deserves to be experienced daily! In addition to practicing the sweet habit of gift-giving, Kimbery also cherishes making time to be still throughout our busy lives. Life often has you up and moving, but there is power in knowing when to rest and recharge. We admire your creative ways to uplift spirits, Kimberly. Keep sending out smiles in style. We’re elated to introduce you to Kimberly, Queen of Gifts!
Read moreYou can tell a lot about a person by looking at their hands!
You can tell a lot about a person by looking at their hands. Their age, their work ethic, their style...even their passion! Zenobia Hudson, an artist based in Dallas, Texas, has always been a lover of fashion and art. These two passions inspired her to dive into another talent of hers: designing some bomb nails! Zen Re’ Mobile Nail Bar is a service that provides clients an unique and convenient experience of getting manicures. With stylish designs created by Zenobia, your nails will always be in good (looking!) hands. When it comes to self-love, Zenobia wants to encourage you that it’s truly the greatest love of all; when you work on loving yourself daily, things will naturally work in your favor. We greatly admire your fierce designs and even fiercer passion, Zenobia. We’d love for you to meet Zenobia, Queen of Nails!
Read moreLet’s get one thing abundantly clear: your hair should never be considered a burden.
Let’s get one thing abundantly clear: your hair should never be considered a burden. For Black women and women of color, hair has always been a touchy subject. So much to the point to where it’s difficult to love the hair that’s naturally growing out of your scalp. Vecoya Banks recognized the lack of love in the natural hair community and vowed to make a difference. What a huge difference she’s made: Love the Hair You Wear, based in Washington D.C., is the safe space that Black women and women of color need. By creating this phenomenon, Vecoya encourages her community to embrace their natural hair roots by hosting annual events that feature panels, tutorials, giveaways, and discussions that celebrate your hair. Love the Hair You Wear is not only an incredible community, but it’s a lifestyle that is helping women feel empowered (rather than embarrassed) by their hair. Vecoya, Love the Hair You Wear has shown us self-love is always possible (and always necessary!), even in your most natural state. We thank you for your tremendous service! We’d love for you to meet Vecoya, Queen of Natural Hair Advocacy!
Read moreHealth is wealth, and this amazing mompreneur and trainer is passionate about it!
Health is wealth, and this amazing mompreneur and trainer is passionate about ensuring you prioritize your wellness! Tiffany Cantlow, founder of T-Toned Fitness, LLC, based in Bossier City, Louisiana, wants women (and men!) to know that they can have it all; with a little balance, you’re more than capable of maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle while juggling your other responsibilities and passions. When it comes to self-love, Tiffany believes it’s something that you must work on; the same way you train for your health, you must work for your well-being. That starts with exercising self-love traits that fit perfectly into your daily livelihood. Your energy is inspiring to all of us, Tiffany. Thank you for your motivation! We’d love to introduce you to Tiffany, Queen of Fitness!
Read moreLet’s be honest: we could all use some major healing from an herbalist!
Let’s be honest: we could all use some major healing. Whether it’s mentally, physically, or spiritually, it’s essential that we remain intentional with our healing practices. Coco, the founder of Earth’s Cabinet LLC (based in Brooklyn, New York) discovered at a young age that we are provided with everything we need. That includes for health purposes; by boiling and steeping herbs and roots and juicing fruits and vegetables, Coco discovered natural cures for all of life’s aches. She’s now taking this valuable information and sharing it with others through her clinical herbal, aromatherapy, and phytotherapy business. Coco believes that as long as we are breathing, we are here for a purpose; something as simple as an “inhale, exhale” is a huge blessing! Let’s seek to never lose gratitude in that action. We are in awe of your wisdom and experience, Coco. We’d love to introduce you to CoCo, Queen of Herbs!
Read moreNew Moms: Your Hair Can Grow!
When you’ve recently become a new mother, hair care initially isn’t the first of your worries. But just as your lifestyle and priorities drastically change with the birth of a child, so does your hair; unfortunately, it’s not always for the best. Stephanie Eyison wanted to find a safe solution to treating her postpartum alopecia; she was not only concerned with growing her hair, but she also wanted to ensure her daughter’s safety during nursing. To relieve her concerns, Stephanie founded Atarah Haircare (based in Attleboro, MA), a haircare line that is 100% natural and 100% safe for your hair. As an intentional woman, Stephanie created this vegan line (free of sulfates, parabens, and phthalate!) to help effectively grow healthy hair. Stephanie continues to live life intentionally by committing herself to the work of self-love. If you find yourself in an uncomfortable situation (just as Stephanie did with her hair), we encourage you to dig deep into your internal wellness to build healthy practices and solutions. We admire Stephanie greatly for intentionally pursuing growth. We’d love to introduce you to Stephanie, Queen of Hair Growth!
Read moreMusic is so powerful.
Music is so powerful. One reason we all tend to enjoy music so much is that it’s somehow always relevant. Whether we’re floating on an exhilarating high or sinking with a heavy low, we can always find the perfect song to accompany us on our experiences. For Kissa Jo, a singer, songwriter and actress based in Atlanta, Georgia, this is especially true; music serves as her motivation to be resilient. Kissa Jo credits music as her therapy, and now that she made it her professional career, she continues to allow music to heal her. Kissa Jo’s number one piece of advice to live life well? Breathe deeply, moan loudly, and live boldly! (And stop to hear whatever sweet tunes are speaking to you!) Turn up your music Kissa Jo; we’re listening, and we’re awaiting your next powerful song. We’d love to introduce you to Kissa Jo, Queen of Healing Music!
Read moreBuild Your Body!
Whether you’re a professional athlete, on a club team, or simply enjoy being active, you understand the importance of training. Building your body up to take on challenging tasks is a tiring yet rewarding journey. Cesurian Champagne, founder of NuMentality Fitness and Training LLC (based in Charleston, SC), believes that her knowledge gained from training on and off the court is essential for kids of the younger generations. Motivated by her purpose to use her experience as a form of education, Cersurian strives to make an impact in younger lives through her training programs. The same way you train your body, Cersurian encourages you to train your mind; practicing self-love, wellness, and internal peace is a major factor for staying balanced while you go after your dreams. We admire your strength, resilience, and guidance, Cersurian; the kids are blessed to have you! We’d love to introduce you to Cersurian, Queen of Training!
Read moreLife is a game: sometimes you win, sometimes you lose.
Life is a game: sometimes you win, sometimes you lose. Through the ups and downs, it’s essential that you’re still gaining something out of every move you make. Angela Ward, the host of The Game Changers with Angela Ward (based in Valdosta, Georgia), is using her platform to bring awareness to real world issues. By interviewing top political and philanthropist leaders, Angela discovers valuable gems that will positively switch up the game and impact your life in a beneficial way! The stress of life can make us sick sometimes, and honestly, our bodies don’t deserve to be put through that struggle. Even the greatest games played have had a few time-outs; don’t forget to take a break and breathe whenever you need to! Your wellness plays a huge role in how you work towards your goals, so be sure to take excellent self-care of yourself. Thank you for providing this inspirational platform, Angela. We’d love to introduce you to Angela, Queen of Game Changing!
Read moreThere’s incredible strength behind creating something beautiful!
There’s incredible strength behind creating something beautiful from a painful experience. Willona Jean-Pierre, owner of WJP and Company in Dallas, Texas, believes in the power of changing your environment by changing your narrative. As a performing artist, mother and lover of life, Willona works to create spaces that are beaming with joy, peace and light. In order to get to that special place, you have to do the work in removing any toxic clutter that is not allowing you to grow! Although Willona thrives on the stage as a performer and a writer, she recognizes the importance of prayer and guarding your thoughts: you are what you think! It’s necessary to be reminded how powerful prayer and positive perspectives can be; it definitely brings some clarity to clouded minds. We’d love to introduce you to Willona, Queen of Uplifting Voices!
Read moreSome characters are truly larger than life!
Let’s talk about health. We know how important it is to maintain a healthy diet, exercise regularly and indulge in self-care. But are we giving that same attention to our skin? Curtisha Johnson is helping women take excellent care of their skin through her business Divine Clementine Bath and Body. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Divine Clementine Bath and Body provides skin products such as soaps, bath soaks and body butters that are created with chemical-free, natural and sustainable ingredients. Curtisha recognizes the importance of healthy skin, and she’s using her passion to help women feel beautiful while taking care of themselves. Curtisha’s number one piece of advice to live well? It’s a simple but impactful one: take more baths! Take more time to soak in the glory of your body; the gratitude you’ll receive from it is priceless. We’re so grateful for your feel-good products, Curtisha. We’d love for you to meet Curtisha, Queen of Bath and Body!
Read moreLet’s talk about health!
Let’s talk about health. We know how important it is to maintain a healthy diet, exercise regularly and indulge in self-care. But are we giving that same attention to our skin? Curtisha Johnson is helping women take excellent care of their skin through her business Divine Clementine Bath and Body. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Divine Clementine Bath and Body provides skin products such as soaps, bath soaks and body butters that are created with chemical-free, natural and sustainable ingredients. Curtisha recognizes the importance of healthy skin, and she’s using her passion to help women feel beautiful while taking care of themselves. Curtisha’s number one piece of advice to live well? It’s a simple but impactful one: take more baths! Take more time to soak in the glory of your body; the gratitude you’ll receive from it is priceless. We’re so grateful for your feel-good products, Curtisha. We’d love for you to meet Curtisha, Queen of Bath and Body!
Read moreLet’s be honest; when God takes you on a journey, he takes you on a journey.
Let’s be honest; when God takes you on a journey, he takes you on a journey. It can be tough. It can be rough. It’s always worth it! Troetta Ward, based in Arlington, Texas, decided that transparency was a good source of healing through her own personal journey. Mad About Maddie, a blog and online apparel store, was born through the need to document her experience with motherhood and her personal faith. Troetta uses her stories and lessons learned during motherhood to connect with her relationship to God. It’s a safe space, and thanks to the relatable and beautiful transparency she offers, it serves as a safe space to other women who find themselves on the same path. For self-love, Troetta believes that it is most definitely a necessity; self-love is not to be compromised. You’ll always need self-love, just as flowers will always need the sun. We are so grateful for your honesty in your storytelling, Troetta. We’re pleased to introduce Troetta, Queen of Transparency!
Read moreDream it, work hard, and grind til you...write it!
Dream it, work hard, and grind til you...write it! Tyra Racquel, a national best-selling author based in San Antonio, Texas, founded The Brownie Squad, a reading group that aims to support writers and readers alike. Tyra started the Brownie Squad after she successfully published several books, including two national best-sellers! If there’s one thing Tyra has learned in her writing career, it’s the importance of honoring your creativity. Sometimes that includes leaning on independence, and now as an independent publisher, Tyra always has the last say (down to the very last word!). When it comes to self-love, Tyra has this friendly reminder for us all: Breathe! Take the time to intentionally slow down and inhale all of your blessings. This solid advice holds just as much value as your words do, Tyra. We’d love to introduce you to Tyra, Queen of Writing!
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