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Three Things I Learned at the Bella Kinks DFW Expo

October 28, 2015

This weekend, Julian of Bella Kinks hosted the first Bella Kinks DFW Natural Hair Expo, an annual event bringing together women with Afro and Multi textured hair in the Dallas Fort Worth area. Bella Kinks’s mission is to highlight the natural hair community as the preferred lifestyle option as well as provide resources to the natural community of Dallas and Fort Worth Texas. A weekend focused on natural hair care workshops, product education, live entertainment, culture, food and a whole lot of FUN! I had such an amazing time this weekend and can’t wait till next year. Make sure you take a look at the gallery of photos and then check out the three things I learned at the Bella Kinks DFW Expo. Be Open. The Bella Kinks DFW Expo weekend is focused on education so it’s important attendees keep an open mind and soak up as much as they can from the instructors. You cannot be openminded during this weekend. I can’t count how many people spoke to the importance of being flexible and open in order to grow natural hair and in life. At the Bloggers lounge presented by Curls, many of my fellow bloggers agreed that being open to a variety of possibilities has helped us connect with our followers, increase business and enjoy life. This weekend was filled with lots of events so take advantage of each workshop, try new products and be open. Be Honest. This weekend was EXTRA special because I revealed my new FitHair method for achieving successful hair from the inside-out to the public. Yay! I loved both of my sold-out sessions because everyone was honest about their journey to achieve healthy hair and body. I had such a great time meeting you all and blowing your mind away about water. (If you missed the session, I am recording a few videos of the things I spoke about.) Attendees were very honest with their feedback and it made each session perfect. Whether you’re attending a session or learning about a new product from a company, being honest will result in the best assistance from companies and instructors. Also, special thanks to my sponsors Eat Organic DFW, Beyond Meat and Roots Juice for providing coupons, swag and delicious healthy food and juices! Be Supportive. The POWER panel was nothing short of sheer power. It was filled with so many takeaways from the cast of CEO women in the beauty and hair industry. A big lessons I took was the importance of being supportive to and of one another and the brands. It was eye opening to see other “competitors” discussing how they support one another consistently through the ups and down within the industry. This quote from Texture Talk sums up the panel’s focus. All roads to success were different, but the common purpose was the same: to SERVE OTHERS – Charlene Walton, TexturedTalk™ The women discussed how we as women are at advantage and can write our own paths within this world. It will take a lot of hard work and even more support but each person focused on desire to meet a need and were there to serve each other. Another moment, was admiring Obia of Obia Natural Haircare. I recall several years ago meeting her with nothing but a dream, a great product and faith. Five years later, she is running a fantastic company and sells all over the world. #girlboss Overall, this was a great weekend that pushed me to make my dreams a reality and continue to support my fellow friends and bloggers along the way. I can’t wait till next year and am already gearing up for some new material and things to share. Thanks to all who attended. Photography by: Joe Chea, Island Boi Photography, Isha Gaines and myself.

Uhoh. Apples Make Me Sick

September 17, 2015

Remember when the old saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Unfortunately for me, an apple an day will keep me at the doctors ALL DAY. YUCK! Yes, a common staple in my diet were those delicious apples full of flavor, color and a variety of sizes. We now have had a hard break up. *Tears!! How do I know this? A few months ago, I completed a 28-day program through Awakened Nutrition called Beat Belly Bloat Program. During the program, I learned how my body reacted towards a lot of foods more specifically towards apples. Before the program, I knew non-organic apples tend to upset my stomach but through and after the Beat Belly Bloat program my body revealed the full truth of my relationships with apples. UHOH! Apples Make Me Sick While I can have fresh organic apple juice within a smoothie I can no longer eat a full raw organic apple. If I do eat one of those bad boys, I will pay for it dearly. Check out how I learned about my body, what it likes and my favorite alternatives to apples. Items mentioned in video: 28 Day Beat Belly Bloat Program EatOrganicDFW – local. organic. sustainable This video and blog post is not sponsored.

6 Fitness Tips for Stress Free Fall Training

August 6, 2015

Fall is around the corner; however, we still have many more weeks of hot and humid days ahead. Unfortunately, the weather can make things even more confusing if you’re starting a new training program. Don’t fret! I have you covered. I reached out to the folks over at Six:02 to help put together some essentials to help you train stress free. (Especially if you’re training for their upcoming 6k)! 6 Fitness Tips for Stress Free Fall Training Check out my easy six fitness tips will help you transition from summer to fall and keep you stress free for hitting the pavement. Purchase Transitional Fitness Clothes Purchase fitness clothes for a variety of temperatures. I highly recommend long tanks, as they are breathable, easy to layer and very stylish. Capri tights are always a go-to as they are perfect for any season and workout. Don’t Forget Sunscreen is Vital You can get sunburn in any season so don’t forget to apply sunscreen. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation, sunscreen is one of the most vital items used in helping to reduce skin cancer and other skin diseases. Switch Out Shoes Since your feet are slightly bigger in the summer and smaller in the winter, now is the perfect time to have a foot analyst and purchase new running (or fitness) shoes. I recommend always having two sets of shoes as a runner so that you can rotate each week or as needed. Replace or Purchase Workout Essentials Now is the perfect time to replace any old electronics, hydration bottles, socks, towels and other fitness items you may use daily. With newer models releasing and tons of fall sales, stock-up and prepare for the upcoming training season. Hydrate. Hydrate. Eat. Hydrate. Don’t forget to hydrate and replenish the body with healthy seasonal foods after a workout to replenish your hair and body. My go-to post workout meal is a hearty salad and coconut water. Prep for On the Go Now that fall is around the corner, I am extremely busy with events, trips and meetings. I always keep a protein bar and fruit in my bag to ensures, I won’t reach for the tempting M&Ms while out. Quest, Lara, and Kind Bars are some of the most popular ones. DISCLOSURE: Six:02 sent me several items within this blog post; however, the company did not pay or sponsor my writings. The opinions and text are all mine.