2023-08-04 15:11
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2023-07-28 15:11
I wasn’t going to write about anything Real Housewives, but I just couldn’t help myself after watching the Real Housewives of New York premiere of the new cast. Hello, Cheese-Gat… Read More
2023-05-16 14:35
I am always on the lookout for simple, yet great skincare products. What do I mean by this? With so many products on the market, it is hard to find great products that are made with few ingr… Read More
2023-02-08 15:23
What do you want? What are your goals? What’s your plan? I am sure people have asked you this question many times in your life. It is also a question you have pondered. The longer you… Read More
2023-02-08 15:23
What do you want? What are your life goals? What’s your plan? I am sure people have asked you this question many times in your life. It is also a Read More
2022-08-01 21:14
Faith is an interesting concept because it finds its way into every aspect of your life. To have faith in something, someone or yourself. To live with faith and to surrender faithfully? What… Read More
2022-07-27 20:25
As you know, we love clean skincare products! This is why The Detox Market is one of our go-to places to purchase clean products. They do all the vetting for you, so you can rest assured tha… Read More
2022-03-17 22:42
If you have curly, coily, or kinky hair texture, you know how hard it is to find good products. I don’t think people realize how difficult this can be. What works for your friends may… Read More
2022-03-17 04:56
This isn’t clickbait! Who knew that a skeptic would turn into a believer?! I am now that I have the Stamina 55-1602 In-Motion Elliptical Trainer. I know, you have heard about portable… Read More
2022-02-05 05:07
That’s the thing about the spirit, your spirit your mind will never be able to fool it. This is why you feel internal conflict. This is why sleepless nights feel like a battlefield. Yo… Read More
2021-10-19 15:14
2021-08-25 15:11
It’s that time when you feel like you are not good enough. When you hold on to the notion that the universe has conspired against you and not for you. It’s that endless loop that… Read More
2021-08-02 15:11
Born in Czech Republic, in a city surrounded by natural healing springs, I have always had a passion for skincare. I founded my company, Natura Culina (a Latin derivative for nature’s… Read More
2021-07-26 17:59
I am sure you are familiar with what CBD is by now. It’s everywhere and in so many products, even supplements. We have featured CBD in the past and by popular demand, you seem to love… Read More
2021-06-04 15:13
If you have been reading the GREEN LUXE for some time, you will know my love of skincare oils. I am always on the hunt for the best skincare oil. When most people think of oil on the skin th… Read More
2021-05-13 15:11
I don’t think most people think about this when they are holding on to a principle. Some of you might say when you are in the midst of a disagreement, oh, it’s the principle. The… Read More
2021-05-09 15:11
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2021-04-30 17:45
Are you emotionally bloated? No, I am not talking about that sandwich you ate last night or the one too many slices of pizza you are about to eat. Foods that will definitely make you feel bl… Read More
2021-04-08 13:13
Love or hate astrology, you can’t deny that star signs are a big part of our lives. Studies show that people often turn to astrology in response to stress and anxiety, as well as helpi… Read More
2021-03-22 13:00
Your skin is the largest organ. I think we can all agree that how you feel on the inside, what you eat and external factors like the weather can impact your skin. You are what you eat but yo… Read More
2021-03-18 13:38
Many people wonder whether it’s possible to sustain passion in long-term, monogamous relationships. The honeymoon phase of the relationship feels wonderful; sex seems effortless, spont… Read More
2021-03-16 16:45
As you know I get to try a lot of new products! I thought it would be great to feature new products every month that you may want to try. I guess you can call this a product round-up! The pr… Read More
2021-03-10 14:50
If you’re a parent, you know how hard it is to see your child give up. You know that your child has the potential to do anything they set their mind to. The problem is, they don’… Read More
2021-03-02 14:52
If you have been looking for ways to waste a little less in your life, you may want to start with the products you buy. Refills aren’t just for fast food, because you really need more… Read More
2021-02-18 14:00
Disasters such as COVID are an accelerator for change. Who knew that in a heartbeat face masks and social distancing would become the new global norm? Now, no matter who you are, or where yo… Read More
2021-02-16 15:57
You probably wonder why posting Pinterest appears to be effortless for the top content creators on the platform. For you, at times it’s quite stressful. You may be wondering how do the… Read More
2021-02-09 22:38
As I look at the horizon as the sun sets on a warm day in Africa. A rainbow shoots from the sky, perhaps the biggest one I’ve ever seen. I think to myself wow this is magic. I look aro… Read More
2021-02-04 19:45
The first thing I would like to say is that sweating is normal. Sweat also cools your body down when it’s overheated. Of course, there are conditions where excessive sweating need… Read More
2021-02-03 16:40
I want you to send yourself a love letter this February. I remember when I used to get love letters or love notes. It was nice to check the mail and see a letter from your lover nestled in a… Read More
2021-01-28 14:13
Celebrating the good things in life with the ones you love is amazing. There is nothing better than sharing great achievements and moments with other people. I am sure life has taught you so… Read More
2021-01-27 16:11
I am sure you have noticed a wardrobe trend when you have been doing your laundry. Pajamas or sweats most likely make up the bulk of the clothing you wash weekly these days. Although we love… Read More
2021-01-12 14:12
The family member we wish we never knew has just left the ethos 12 days ago but we can still feel the residual effects of their thunderous energy, a force to be reckoned with and not one to… Read More
2021-01-07 12:11
Building a house isn’t easy but it can be done. Building a relationship will have its challenges but with work, they can be overcome. When we build a relationship, we build a house. Fi… Read More
2020-12-15 16:11
I feel like this post is a long time coming. So many of you have asked me this question since I currently don’t offer any personal services in this domain at the moment. Will this chan… Read More
2020-12-10 15:32
When you’re thinking about what gifts to get your niece or nephew or perhaps your friend’s children, particularly if you don’t have kids yet, it can be a bit of a challenge… Read More
2020-12-08 16:11
I thought it would be great to start the green beauty spotlight feature series with Satya Organic Skincare. In this series, I will showcase green beauty brands and the people behind these am… Read More
2020-12-03 13:02
It’s that time of year, I can’t believe it! Where has the time gone? Seriously?! With that said, I am excited to share with you the holiday green beauty gift guide. Green beauty… Read More
2020-12-02 16:11
I am so excited to start season two of the podcast with an interview with Caroline Mitchell. I decided to do 7 episodes per season. Why? This gives you an opportunity to listen to all the po… Read More
2020-12-01 15:10
I have been thinking about this for the last few weeks while I have spent time putting the pieces together of various stories and information that I have read or been told. Although, I belie… Read More
2020-11-11 11:11
Whether you are going through the highest of highs or the lowest of lows on this rollercoaster called life, music always seems to get you through it. Think of all the amazing songs over the… Read More
2020-10-16 11:19
There is something about this time of year that reminds people that life is what you make it, that is if you cast the right spell. The magic happens first in the mind. What are your thoughts… Read More
2020-10-08 11:02
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2020-10-06 10:33
Some would say it’s the most wonderful time of the year! I used to hear people talk about all the great deals they got during Prime Days. When Amazon made its way over to Canada I fina… Read More
2020-09-30 10:38
While we look for ways to become conscious consumers we need to think about the items we use regularly. I bet you haven’t even considered the packaging that your favourite green beauty… Read More
2020-09-29 01:32
A lot of us are lucky to have the privilege to travel and open our eyes to amazing places all around the world! Though, when we travel, we must be pro-active in leaving these destinations in… Read More
2020-09-24 09:18
How do you deal with stress? Do you just push past your problems, distracting yourself with other things? Do you have certain tools you use to cope? I learned the hard way that there are hea… Read More
2020-09-23 09:13
This is usually what people ask when they are asking someone out for a date, can we meet for a drink? I have this saying, “wine gives you love eyes” it’s something I tell m… Read More
2020-09-17 09:02
This isn’t a how-to. No one can tell you how to do life, your life. They can tell you what they have done or how they have overcome obstacles but your journey will be different. Why? B… Read More
2020-09-09 10:00
If you live in Toronto, you have most likely noticed a big dip in the temperature. Once the seasons begin to transition, I start to swap out beauty products. For example, light moisturizers… Read More
2020-09-03 10:55
Don’t be stupid! That’s what I used to tell myself. Don’t make a stupid mistake. I was deathly afraid of making mistakes. This fear paralyzed me. It has always preve… Read More
2020-08-20 14:50
Yes, we are breaking that rule once and for all. I am sure you agree that it’s silly. I think we have the right to choose what we wear. So we are wearing white after labour day and all… Read More
2020-07-29 11:11
This brand is wonderful, not just because the products are of high quality and simply divine. It’s the story behind the brand that really touches my heart. LXMI was founded by Leila Ja… Read More
2020-07-27 11:11
I have been wanting to write about this for some time. I wanted to wait until I felt the timing was right and when I felt there was alignment in the cosmos. What an odd time many would think… Read More
2020-07-24 09:06
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2020-07-23 10:54
If you’re like me, you prefer sophisticated summer swimsuits. Putting a whole look together is just as important as quality and functionality. You might be one of those people who like… Read More
2020-07-22 11:36
If you are reaching for your deodorant you might want to take a moment and think about what you are rubbing onto your underarms. Most people don’t think about the chemicals that they a… Read More
2020-07-15 10:11
They say it takes 21 days to form a habit. Just to be clear that’s 21 consecutive days of doing something for it to become something that’s part of your life. Some would say it&r&hell…Read More
2020-07-13 10:40
A few years ago it was hard to find green beauty products in one store. Even major retailers would carry few green beauty brands. I remember going to the health store to find clean beauty pr… Read More
2020-07-03 10:51
I have always believed that if you want to truly appreciate something you need to take the time to learn about it. Wine is my preferred beverage when dining out. The process that it takes to… Read More
2020-07-02 10:35
People start working out for different reasons, and one of the most common reasons is to lose weight. A good diet and consistent workouts can help you reach your goals and feel better in you… Read More
2020-07-01 11:03
Different mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, and stress have spiked in the last few months due to the COVID-19 global pandemic and racial tensions. People have been looking… Read More
2020-06-26 10:02
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2020-06-25 09:43
As things begin to slowly open around the world I am sure you have been thinking about your current beauty routine. If you haven’t been taking care of your skin or stocked up on summer… Read More
2020-06-23 09:32
I have been thinking about the whole concept of getting your life back on track. We say this, for example, when we talk about fitness, people often say “the snapback” or “I… Read More
2020-06-19 08:32
Remember when you were young and your parents would tell you to stay away from the potheads hanging out in the park? The smell of cannabis is a very familiar smell even if you haven’t… Read More
2020-06-05 18:40
Are you an angry woman? I wanted to title this are you an Angry BLACK Woman but I knew women who are not black and women who do not identify as a person of colour would have ignored this art… Read More
2020-05-31 13:21
In this podcast, It’s Okay To Be Still, Stillness Is Love, I will dive into the importance of cultivating mental fitness, mental health through meditation. We focus on keeping our bodi… Read More
2020-05-28 09:47
This is something I have been thinking about for the last few weeks. I have been thinking about love and passion in regard to the pursuit of dreams and I also think about passion in love; in… Read More
2020-05-27 09:24
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2020-05-17 13:23
In this Podcast: Your Feeling Are Your Responsibility I will focus on the importance of learning how to manage your emotions. You never know what life will throw you way nor can you control… Read More
2020-05-14 11:11
Now that the weather is slightly heating up. I say slightly because in Toronto it’s been pretty up and down. Today is a cool and cloudy day. None the less just like you, I have been th… Read More
2020-05-12 11:06
There are really no days off when it comes to taking care of your hair. Whether you’ve opted for a protective style or you have decided to let your curls wildly flow. Black girls know… Read More
2020-05-09 13:16
In this podcast: We See The Things We Want To See I will highlight the importance of seeing things as they are. In addition, how our desires can sometimes cloud our judgment and our ability… Read More
2020-05-06 10:28
We learned a lot of life lessons from the ladies of Sex and the City and we certainly dispelled a few myths. We appreciate what we have learned from Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda b… Read More
2020-05-02 13:00
On this Podcast – is love blind? I will give you my insight on a few things that I feel that we can learn from the Netflix series Love Is Blind. I am sure there are things… Read More
2020-04-29 10:52
Adult life is the never-ending High School that the people who graduated from high school forgot to tell you about. The only difference is you can continuously reinvent yourself, enter new c… Read More
2020-04-22 10:32
If you have been wanting to dive into tarot reading now is the perfect time. Well, anytime is a good time but I will say it takes time to understand the meaning of a tarot deck. It’s n… Read More
2020-04-17 11:14
I know I know, it’s expensive! This is the feedback I get from a few of you. You want to try the green beauty products I use and feature but don’t want to spend a lot of money if… Read More
2020-04-09 10:28
For some of you, it feels like you are living your own version of the hit Netflix show ‘Love Is Blind’. You met someone online a few days or a week ago and social distancing is k… Read More
2020-04-07 10:57
I was in an on-again-off-again relationship for five years that depleted me. As of late, I have been asking myself why aren’t we talking about how often black women are gaslighted? The… Read More
2020-04-01 20:25
Parisienne beauty brands have been coveted around the world. You may have stocked up on your favourite brand at duty-free while travelling. This is something I do whenever I am at a European… Read More
2020-03-31 09:31
If you haven’t taken the time to self-reflect during social-distancing you are missing a golden opportunity. Not just about your life in general but about what COVID-19 has taught us a… Read More
2020-03-24 09:42
Believing in God is believing in yourself. Believing in yourself is believing in God. Truth. You can’t have one without the other. Now, you don’t have to use the word God, you ca… Read More
2020-03-20 10:28
If you have eczema or dry skin you must be cringing every time you wash your hands or douse them in hand sanitizer. If you have sensitive skin look for a gentle antibacterial hand soap. Be s… Read More
2020-03-18 20:54
One of the things I like to do while I work is listening to a podcast or a book on audible. I know you are feeling a little trapped at home, particularly if you aren’t used to being wo… Read More
2020-03-18 13:55
You don’t have to break the bank to stay in shape. You can get a good workout in at home that’s just as good as going to a class. You may notice some of your favourite YouTube fi… Read More
2020-03-16 00:32
If you’re not used to working from home you might be looking for ways to stay focused and motivated. As a freelancer, I know that it can be hard at times to stay focused. As much as yo… Read More
2020-03-15 09:58
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2020-03-12 20:59
A few of you have asked me if I would feature natural hand sanitizers/wipes. I am sure you have seen them at your local health store. Remember it’s important to wash your hands. Hand s… Read More
2020-03-05 20:55
Now that we know washing your hair every day isn’t good for your hair we have found ways to keep our hair looking fresh midweek with the use of a dry shampoo. One of the concerns I hav… Read More
2020-03-02 19:55
Today’s life lesson: Rejection Is An Illusion If you like this podcast please give it a thumbs up and don’t forget to subscribe. Be sure to turn your notifications on so you are… Read More
2020-02-26 15:55
As I walk down the street with a hood over my head, suddenly I hear footsteps, the crackle of the snow. I look behind me. Not because I want to see who is behind me but because I was scared… Read More
2020-02-20 11:11
There are weeks when I feel sorry for myself. It’s not that I have a bad life. I have a good life and I am blessed to live the life I live and to be born into the family I am in. I am… Read More
2020-02-20 10:00
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2020-02-18 11:15
Now that CBD is legal in Canada and quite a few cities in the US, you will notice a surge in beauty products infused with CBD. Just like any other beauty product, it’s hard to know wha… Read More
2020-02-14 09:15
Today’s life lesson: The Lies Women Tell Themselves Read more on this topic – Lies Women Tell Themselves About Love. If you like this podcast please give it a thumbs up and… Read More
2020-02-04 15:25
Today’s life lesson: Send yourself a love letter. Read more on why you should – SEND YOURSELF A LOVE LETTER. If you like this podcast please give it a thumbs up and don’t f… Read More
2020-01-30 15:55
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2020-01-29 09:27
I am sure you can remember when you were young and you would ask your parents why you had to do something they asked you to do. Their answer, ‘Because you have to”. I am sure thi… Read More
2020-01-22 08:10
I am sure when you saw the title of this post you instantly thought about rotten fruit. As I write this I am thinking about the lyrics from Erykah Badu’s song Appletree. One of my favo… Read More
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