I challenge you to be your own advocate. Even when you’re feeling beat up by life, take moments to root for you. Today, I’m doing just that by announcing to the world that I’m not perfect, but I am pretty dope. And to celebrate my dope self, turning another year older this month, I’d like to also celebrate my own #BlackGirlMagic. The things that make me, me. Hopefully, it’ll inspire you to do the same.
I have black girl magic because I am…
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se·cure
səˈkyo͝or/
adjective
Fixed or fastened so as not to give way or be lost.
Certain to remain or continue safe and unharmed.
Feeling safe, stable, and free from fear or anxiety.
Feeling no doubts about attaining; certain to achieve.
The opposite of what I've experienced for 20 years of my life, until recently. I've finally experienced self-confidence! You may laugh, but it's an accomplishment for me. I see it this way because for years I put myself through personal hell.
Chrishaun you have to be the best.
Chrishaun you have to work hard.
Chrishaun you have to prove yourself.
Or else... you're nothing.
Yes, I was my hardest critic and I still am. The only difference between today and yesterday is that I now love myself. I am completely in love with me and it's unlike anything I've ever experience. Its given me a new sense of confidence.
Read MoreToday, I celebrate year four as a marketing professional. It has not been an easy walk, crawl, or drag to get to this point, but I am excited for this moment. Before I go on and on about the highs and lows of the marketing world, let’s time hop to fully understand my process.
It all started in 1997, when I wanted to be an actress. I loved being on stage and bringing characters to life. It was something I was good at and it taught me how to be dramatic. I learned how to cultivate creativity, improvise, and communicate conveying stories to a variety of audiences.
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