Photo Credit: sharpmindmarketing.com Let’s make a deal today. Okay, you ready? Here it goes; stop explaining yourself to people. So happy to get that off my chest. But, there’s a little more to it. Why is it that we feel as though we have to indirectly seek forgiveness whenever we cannot fulfill the requests of …
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When people ask me what I do for a living, it always begins with something like, “Well, in June of 2015 I quit my job.” Aside from everyday inquiries, I used those similar words during my first #GirlsWriteIn blogging event. “Ever since I quit my job, I’ve been give more attention to my blog.” After …
Photo Credit: Let Girls Learn When powerful women rally together for a dynamic cause, the possibilities are endless. First Lady Michelle Obama and the Peace Corps are behind a new empowering song to benefit girls with limited access to education around the globe. This Is For My Girls features vocals from Zendaya, Kelly Clarkson, Lea …
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The person responsible for the first #MondayMotivation post on social media is an absolute genius. Monday is the one day of the week with the worst reputation. Monday is like a glaring reminder that responsibility is standing behind every second of your work week until the moment you hit the road running on Friday, back …
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Photo Credit: Warner Bros. Pictures Before we get into my reflections from New Jack City, which debuted in theaters 25 years ago this week, I will start by saying, yes I am aware it is a fictional story about crack. Nino Brown (Wesley Snipes), the drug kingpin responsible for initiating a sea of crack addicted individuals …
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During an editorial meeting three weeks ago, a writer needed help with a post that required throwback TV knowledge. My editor quickly said, “Collaborate with Tyler, she is a TV aficionado.” My reaction. Yes, I am a human pop of video of television. I’m sitting on random facts about shows that people have either forgotten …
Another successful Twitter chat, and yes it was trending again! Thanks to the lovely ladies that showed up and dropped jewels Thursday night. I want to especially express my appreciation to my #GirlsWriteIn Twitter chat cohosts, @glamsaavy and @GaptoothDiva. The next #GirlsWriteIn is scheduled for March 24th @ 8:00 p.m./est. Please be on the lookout …
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I saw this video on Facebook Wednesday. The comments are mean and vile. I would laugh. But the way my karma is set up… ..I will refrain from the perceived comedy. Here I am with my wig fully in place. Here I am with my wig not fully in place. Let’s take a trip back …
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Photo Credit: She’s Gotta Have It (1986) As Shonda Rhimes basked in her Year of Yes, I endured a Year of No Sex. God, I pray my parents never see this. Just the other day, my dad asked, “Baby, if I tell people to go to GirlTyler.com, is that where they’ll find your work?”. I …
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Think back to your childhood. Who was the one teacher or mentor that gave 100% of their prime existence to ensure you grew up live out your potential? Former students at Morgan Park High School in Illinois attribute their success to Ms. Gabrielyn Watson-Foster. Watch them surprise the beloved chorus teacher years after graduation. Nice …
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