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The Problem with Perfectionism: Learn from My Mistakes

May 13, 2021
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This post is about the problem with perfection and my struggle with perfectionism. I hope my authenticity helps you!

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Back and Better Next Week

March 3, 2021

Hello! If you're following me on Instagram you'll know I invested in a camera and some lenses. That said, I'm working on crafting some great content for you. In addition to the camera, I've come across some great research on Black women in the workplace and plan on sharing my readings and findings throughout the month in honor of Women's[...]

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No New Post This Week

January 20, 2021
Pouting - No New Post

Sadly, there's no new post this week. Gladly, I'll be back with bigger and better content next week! I've had a lot of things going on...

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Get Your 2021 Goals Down: Use a Theme

January 12, 2021
Theme for the year for setting goals

Are you tired of setting a ton of goals as new year resolutions that you may or may not follow? Try having a theme for the year!

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Let it Burn: All About Burnout

January 5, 2021
All About Burnout

What is burnout? According to Mayo Clinic, job burnout is “a state of physical or emotional exhaustion that also involves a sense of reduced accomplishment and loss of personal identity.” Although, it’s not a medical diagnosis, the symptoms and potential effects of burnout are very real. In May 2019, the World Health Organizatio[...]

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Why You Need to Sit Yo A$$ Down Sometimes – Hiatuses

December 12, 2020
Sit Down Hiatus

This post won’t be long. Over the past few months, particularly this last month, I’ve realized the importance of taking care of myself and learning to sit down. Self care is something I’m trying to be more intentional and consistent about, but I’m not gonna lie, it’s hard. When you’ve been in go mode for so long and priori[...]

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Welcome to my little corner of the Internet! My name is Olivia, but you can call me Liv. I'm a Finance Director, content creator, mixed martial artist, avid reader, and happy homebody. Let's have some fun with splashes of professionalism.

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