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I DEFINE.
Dear judgers. I DEFINE me. My third eye is open so there is no need for me to see, for I AM one with my surroundings, mentally, spiritually, and physically. Sincerely, Linda Orji In my most recent Instagram post from June 2, 2018 (Me dancing to Won't he do it...
Shade is your light
"In my face they throw shade, but behind my back they're glistening from my rays." ~Linda Orji Dear Queen Bask in the shade. Shade is simply a reflection of your light. Position your head high, as that shade-light shines upon you. As it eases off your melanin like...
Molasses and African American Women
Molasses — thick, dark brown syrup obtained from raw sugar during the refining process… [df_divider el_width="100" style="solid" accent_color="#EEEEEE" border_t_width="2px" padding="20px 0" position="align_center" el_class=""] Yes, the way my mind is set up I really...
Essence of Love , A Sense of Love through One Vision
I spoke in Florence, South Carolina at a Women's Conference at Central Missionary Baptist Church. The theme was Essence of Love. Initially, I had trouble deciding what I was going to speak about when it came to that particular topic. I sat and thought about the word...
The Uncommon Woman Taking Flight: Arrival
You may open your eyes now. You have arrived at your destination. Captain God-In-You would like to welcome you to YOUR BREAKTHROUGH. There were a few zones of turbulence but you made it safe and sound. The current temperature is just right, and the local time is......
The Uncommon Woman Taking Flight: Departure
Ladies and Gentlemen, I will be your chief flight attendant for this blog post. On behalf of Captain God-In-You and the entire crew, welcome aboard The Soul Survivor Airlines' flight 2020, non-stop service from NOW to YOUR BREAKTHROUGH, then continuing on to YOUR...
Bronx SHēk
Pardon my back, but these dudes out here gonna make me take it to a whole other level. I had to switch it up on 'em. RE-DEFINE it on 'em. Get Soul Survivor Writer on 'em. The title Bronx SHēk (pronunciation of 'chic' not to be confused with 'chick') was inspired by a...
Apostrophe, A post trophy
Since I moved to North Carolina it's been challenging for me, especially the past few months - this transition of becoming the woman I was born to be. Growing pains transformed into growing wounds and no conversation, counseling or relationship would help me heal. It...
H to the izz-O V to the izz-A
I have a lot of things happening in my life. Many things changing but one thing that remains extremely consistent on this journey is the fact that Jay-Z just keeps popping up. I wouldn't say he's my idol but I can say he's unknowingly guiding me through this process....
The Process Hurts
DEAR W.O.K.E., THIS SHIT AINT EASY. I JUST WANT TO WALK AWAY ... BUT I CAN'T.... constipation. SINCERELY, LINDA ORJI