The other day, I stumbled across this meme and it hit hard. Being on a healing journey is messy. It’s not just the glow-up moments, the meditation sessions, and the journaling under a new moon. It’s ugly cries at 3 a.m., moments of feeling completely alone, and seeing people for who they really are, which […]

When someone asks how I’m doing, my go-to response is usually “I’m fine,” even when I’m far from it. I bet you a Birkin bag that you do this too sis. (ok not a Birkin bag, but I KNOW you can relate). For a long time, that was my reality. Even with an amazing circle […]

Depression is a battle many face in silence, especially within the Black community where stigma often keeps individuals from seeking help. For Black women, who may face unique pressures and challenges rooted in systemic racism, sexism, and often socio-economic factors, finding effective and culturally sensitive treatment options is crucial. In the broader mental health community, […]

Being a Black woman who identifies as an introvert comes with its own unique set of challenges. Society often holds expectations for us to be outspoken, social, and constantly engaging, especially in spaces where we are one of the few Black faces. However, for many of us who are naturally introverted, this pressure can lead […]

It’s official! The 4th Annual Strong Black Women Redefined Conference is scheduled for Saturday, October 14, 2023 and will take place at the Boston-Dedham Hilton Hotel in Dedham, Massachusetts.  Our mission for Strong Black Woman Redefined is to empower Black women to lead a life that does not force them to hide behind a mask […]

Fun fact: before becoming a mental health advocate, and before the birth of Mindful + Melanated’s sister circles, I owned and operated a virtual assistant business. I started working from home as a virtual assistant because the employer for whom I was working refused to approve a reasonable accommodation request I submitted due to some […]

I am pleased to announce that we are in the midst of planning our 3rd Annual Strong Black Woman Redefined Conference. Last year was amazing (CLICK HERE to watch a snippet of the program) and I am confident that this year’s conference will be even better. The Strong Black Woman Redefined Conference aims to raise […]

The other day I came across an article that listed the “10 Best Online Peer Support Groups.” Of course not one peer group geared toward black women, black people or the BIPOC community in general was listed. This is exactly why spaces like Mindful + Melanated are necessary. For those who are new to our […]