In 2018, the shame lifted, and I was ready to celebrate and join my community. I slowly came out to my loved ones and planned on attending NYC’s Annual Pride. The initial group of friends I planned on attending with bailed. So, I went with a college friend who had a similar journey to mine. I had a blast. My heart was soaring.
Read MoreThe poetic devices I use often!
Read MoreThere is no specific outline or box to define the black voice in writing. All of our narratives are essential to reach wherever we are in life. It’s all one collective that’s absolutely beautiful if you step back and browse through all of our stories. There is an imprint within the black voice in the literature that continues to subtly mark stories as low art or high art and it does no one any good. If you are a writer, experiment with the various black authors before you, and then write your story your way. Unapologetically write your story, as it is recognizing this: Once you wake up black and you write your story—that is the black voice.
Read MoreFellow Phoenix, here’s a few tips.
Read MoreHowever, to be everything else but yourself to achieve success, peace and happiness is a lie.
Being a robot will get you, but so far. You may obtain some material wealth and a few flunkies (users too)…Yes.
But is it worth compromising your purpose and story of your soul?
Read MoreMy gut whispered that everything would be okay. My gut was saying one thing while my surroundings said another. 5 months later and you know what: Everything is okay. It isn’t perfect. Bonafide shit storm. We’re still in a pandemic.
BUT.
Damnit, I am here. And there are a few things that I am thankful for during this quarantine and pandemic.
Read MoreIf I wanted healing in all areas, that includes the hurt that hides in the crevices of my soul. That includes the pain that I didn’t know I had ‘cause I was too busy trying to survive and elevate in other areas. Tears ran down my face as I forgave myself. I cried and released all the ache that was boiling from this wound, I was so sure had become a scar by now
Read MoreShow your body love and care. When our loved ones are sick, we are quick to be of aid. Let us show up for our own bodies!
Read MoreZhane’l Speaks is best known for communicating her raw feelings through her poetry. She loves to tell the world her euphoric and sensual thoughts through her narratives. Learn more about Zhanel as Jasmine interviews her on her latest collection, The Women Inside of Me
Read MoreZane St. Juste is the featured Indie Author Tuesday for June. He speaks on his writing process, advice to fellow Christian writers and his other projects..
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