I started The Great Lock-In because I was exhausted of my own bullshit. Exhausted from dreaming and doing nothing. Exhausted from rewatching shows and doomscrolling while time went by. I was miserable and was constantly complaining about how I hated where my life was heading to. How could I say I wanted to be active… Continue reading The Great Lock-In 2025: The Final Review
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The Great Lock-In 2025: Week 12 Check-In
My Mantra: “Consistency over intensity. Progress over perfection.” This Week’s Vibe: The Squeeze 🏆 The Weekly Lowdown Career & Biz: I'm trying 🥲 The Scene: I'm feeling overwhelmed and can't focus on my planner or workbook. The Insight: Instead of forcing it, I'm intentionally lowering the bar for myself. I don't want to risk burning out. Next: Continue to do… Continue reading The Great Lock-In 2025: Week 12 Check-In
The Demonization of Black Women Will Be Our Downfall
My sister was giving me the Love Island run-down, which is basically just our deepest societal tropes on display, all from a deceptively sunny villa. This season’s plot is a familiar one, starring two archetypes: The Accuser and The Accused. The Accuser fits a profile we know too well. She’s often a woman, probably wrestling with her own place… Continue reading The Demonization of Black Women Will Be Our Downfall
One Habit at a time
A little over a month ago, I made a decision: Walk 10,000 steps every single day for 30 days—no excuses. The rules were simple: No skips. If I missed a day, I’d start over. No distractions. No matter what else was happening—blog deadlines, work, life—this was my non-negotiable priority. Why This Challenge? On paper, 10,000 steps shouldn’t be hard… Continue reading One Habit at a time
Foolish Hearts & the Lies They Tell
Is love something that you really believe in? Do you believe that there are cosmic connections between peoples' souls that keep them tethered to each other and if they find each other, it's pure bliss? Seriously, do you? The idea that there is a person somewhere in the world is meant for you on a… Continue reading Foolish Hearts & the Lies They Tell
Are you even trying?
I had to look at myself and ask if I was actually trying to change my life. I mean, I say I want to, but what do my actions tell me? When I'm honest about it, I don't think I'm putting in ENOUGH effort, and that sucks. I'm low-key scared of going all in. I… Continue reading Are you even trying?
The Court Of Curiosity 