To close out this very long but lesson filled month, I figured I give my own personal life update on the way I've learned to cope with depression/anxiety as it comes.  

Why is it so hard to stay consistent?! Especially when YOU KNOW in your heart that consistency is the only thing holding you back from where you want to be? It’s like spiritic moments of unproductivity and lack of motivation pass and all of a sudden you don’t know why you’re doing what you’re doing. Suddenly you feel like starting that business isn’t the best idea, promoting your music is a waste of time, taking that next step to get your own place doesn’t seem like the best move (no pun intended).. Don’t fall for the negativity, STAY CONSISTENT!

To kick off this month being Women’s History month, I decided to give a light introduction to what’s to come and a quick recap of the month of February. Although this is something that should be done every day… Be sure to show love to the women in your life today!

Everyone is put on this earth for their own special reason. The same way that every person and experience we encounter is for a reason. Listen to this short episode of how to find your purpose.

Most if not all of us have had to check our siblings/family members about treating outside people better than they do us. If we’re being honest we may be guilty of doing the same. In all reality, some family relationships deserve to be cut off the same way bad friendships do. This episode is a great depiction on those types of instances.

Why do we turn a blind eye to those within the black community who make the decision to consult with a therapist? Being able to be heard and reflect on feelings in a positive light is a beautiful thing and should be more supported. The sad reality is that many generations within our community have carried and passed on unaddressed trauma that has left a lot of us with weight we can’t carry. A lot of us enter situations/relationships without addressing these issues and wonder why we never get the outcome we desire. Instead of indulging in an escape; alcohol, sex, drugs, etc., we’re gonna try something different. We’re going to therapy…

In Part 2 of this episode, Amber and Chris begin a discussion about growth, dealing with the insecurities of others and ways they've learned to handle low moments.

To close out this months topic of 'New Balance', Amber and Chris talk mindset and its connection to lifestyle choices with personal growth, friendships and relationships. Stay tuned for Part 2!

No one ever talks about how hard it can be to clap for others when you’re not where you wanna be in life. Going back to this months conversation about mindset, accepting that everything happens for a reason and that what is meant for you will ALWAYS be for you will allow you to remain content until it's your turn.

After being hurt by people/situations I've always found a sense of comfort in the fact that I could blame them/it for why I couldn't move on with my life. When in reality, it was ME who wasn't allowing myself to move on. Waiting around for closure is old news! YOU are in control of your growth.