Everything in life is only as relevant as you allow it to be. And as cliche as this may sound, getting closure, allowing forgiveness, has very little to do with the other person, but everything to do with yourself. Continue reading “The Art of Forgiveness” »
I wish I had some impassioned words about 2014, but I don’t. Last year sucked… Continue reading “Last Year Sucked” »
I live in a country where a police officer can kill a black man on camera with an illegal choke-hold, ON CAMERA, and not be held accountable–or at the very least brought to trial to stand in front of a jury of his peers to plead his case. I am disgusted. Continue reading “This Could Be Us… R.I.P. Eric Garner” »
For the love of culture… How do I justify following my dreams to my African parents? Continue reading “For The Love Of Culture” »
I’m a writer at heart, so I guess it never really settles for me until I pen it out. Continue reading “I’d Do It All Again…” »
You’re only as great as the legacy you live and you leave. Continue reading “The 4th Annual Live Civil Brunch” »
If you know me, you know that I have a pretty keen eye for judging who’s truly got talent. A few years ago, when I first asked JMSN to appear on my SXSW 2012 showcase, I was right on the money. Continue reading “JMSN’s Blue Album Infomercial” »
Two months ago I stepped out on faith and it paid me back tenfold… Life definitely shrinks and expands in proportion to one’s courage.
Seriously, I was in a Nissan commercial. Continue reading “So, I Was In A Nissan Commercial…” »
For James Gandolfini. #TheSopranos
Inspiration can be found in every day situations or once in a lifetime moments. It is a decision, a way of life, and until you choose to be inspired by yourself and your surroundings, you won’t be. Continue reading “What Are You Letting Inspire You?” »
Allow me to introduce you to Wayne “Wayno” Clark. He’s a self-made New York entrepreneur with his own companies and an influential foothold at Reebok. Continue reading “Wayne “Wayno” Clark Lives The Dream” »
One of the biggest joys in life is our ability to wake up every morning and start over. Continue reading “Start Over, Today” »
Me, in my backyard.
As creatives, we get paid (or dream of getting paid) for our work, opinions and talents. As great of a victory that win may seem, being paid for our work doesn’t necessarily mean it is OUR work. Continue reading “Giving Yourself Permission To Create” »
Pharrell is probably one of the most dynamic innovators of our generation, and taking his life successes into account, Pharrell has teamed up with The Novus Mindset to release a 5 minute inspirational clip. In the clip he encourages you to bet on yourself, be motivated, and reach for the stars. Continue reading “Pharrell Wants To Inspire You To “Bet On Yourself”” »
Zach Sobiech is a 17 year old boy who was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer, osteosarcoma, around his 14th birthday. The good guys at Soul Pancake took a shining to the Zach as he fought against cancer, and lived audaciously. Continue reading “I Dare You To Live” »
Imagine a world where beauty is a source of confidence, not anxiety. Dove presented a social experiment, where they took a select few women and unknowingly had them describe themselves to a sketch artist. Then they had a stranger (who had met the woman prior to), subsequently describe her to the same sketch artist. Continue reading “You Are More Beautiful Than You Think” »
Finding your inner peace can be difficult if there is a lot going on around you. So, never neglect to make time for yourself. Take 15-20 minute increments of your day to simply tune-in to yourself and listen to what heart wants. Continue reading “Find Your Inner Peace” »
Have you ever noticed in those moments you feel less than stupendous, you’re all alone? People are attracted to positivity and success. Nobody wants to be burdened with your struggle. Continue reading “Take Heart. 3.25.13” »
Every year I make my pilgrimage to SXSW, to cover events, meet/network with friends and simply revel in the awesomeness that is a week dedicated to what I do all year. Continue reading “SXSW At A Glance” »
In every situation, set your expectation, and settle for nothing less. If you want a business partner that will carry their share of the workload, don’t settle/work with someone who does less. Continue reading “Take Heart. 2.24.13” »
There’s a stark difference between what you are promised, what you are owed, and what you deserve. When you are promised something, as delightful as it would be to receive it, your reception is not guaranteed. Continue reading “Take Heart. 2.12.13” »
Waking up to texts like these will never get old. Give and receive roses while you can still smell them…
A weird perk of being a creative? Being fueled by your emotions. The good, the bad, the ugly. Experience heartbreak, and write a symphony… Continue reading “Take Heart. 1.29.13” »
I haven’t celebrated a birthday since my grandmother died…. But this year, I took to the city of San Diego, home of a few of my good friends, to celebrate my life. It had been a while. Continue reading “Began Living On My Birthday…” »
I’m taking a year-long journey with my camera, Edowaye (Edi). Aptly named after my grandmother who raised me, and who never had the opportunity to see me live my dreams. This is for her, and my mother. Continue reading “Edowaye” »