MIND, HEART, HAIR, BODY & SOUL

BLOGGER INTERVIEW: ANDRENEE BOOTHE 1. Can you tell our readers about yourself and your blog? Andrenee’s Corner is a space where Excellence is the Order of the Day.  I created this space for readers to experience and see life excellently.  Even if it’s only one sentence.  Life is Beautiful if we become participants and not just by-standers.  2. Describe how did you first get into blogging? I first got into blogging with a childhood friend of mine, Kadiann Addman ( www.believersreport.blogspot.com ).  It was her idea and I jumped into it with her not knowing that I would love it so much.  It is a faith based blog with interviews of various new authors, entrepreneurs and artists, as well as people who triumphed hard-life situations. We allowed our blog to become a platform for their stories to be highlighted. 3. How would you describe your blogging style? I would say I am a blogger who gives her readers thought provoking questions, ...

Nakeisha Geddes is a Co-Author of 100 Voices of Inspiration, Awakening & Empowerment and is currently writing her memoir. She is a writer by day and a reader by night.  At the tender age of sixteen (16), Nakeisha was living on her own with little or no support. She has faced many challenges and obstacles throughout her life; however due to great determination to succeed, she is currently living a life that she is proud of.  Nakeisha is full of life and has a way about her that makes everyone feels zestful. She is a wife and a proud mother of four (4) children. Nakeisha has been working with ind ividuals with Developmental Disabilities for eleven (11) years and she is very passionate about her work and the people she supports daily. A strong advocate for fairness and equality she oftentimes finds herself advocating for people who are not able to adequately represent themselves.  Nakeisha’s motto is “Never regret your past: because it’s your past tha...

It’s never too late! You can’t allow any mistakes from your past to hinder you from moving forward in your purpose and God’s promise for your life. Minister Almena L. Mayes is a firm believer in this. As a junior at North Carolina A&T State University, Almena found herself pregnant and unwed. She left school to provide for her child and after two failed marriages and two more children found herself spinning her wheels and at a perpetual stand still.  Taking this situation in hand, Almena returned to school. Graduating with honors, she earned a degree in Professional English/ Writing from Guilford College in Greensboro, North Carolina. Almena is a licensed minister who serves as an associate at Coley Springs Missionary Baptist Church in Warrenton, North Carolina and as Executive Pastor for the Soul Restoration Center in Dallas, Georgia. She also serves as a facilitator for the Pink Pulpit, a ministry founded and directed by Dr. Marilyn Porter. The Pink Pulpit provid...

Eraina Tinnin is a speaker, affectionately called an inspirational powerhouse, professional life coach and entrepreneur. She has been named an "Encourager" because of her unfailing ability to lift the spirits of others.  She is a contributing writer with Authentically You Magazine and international best-selling author of Becoming a Beautiful You and co-author of Healing Toxic Habits to be released April 2017.  She has a Master's Degree in Human Services with a specialization in Marriage & Family Therapy from Liberty University. She is a wife and mother. Connect with  Click Here to connect with Eraina Tinnin

Toni Coleman Brown began her professional career as a Financial Analyst with the Port Authority of NY & NJ's Management and Budget Department where she was responsible for the multi-billion dollar operating and capital budget for some of NYC's most popular facilities like the GWB, Holland and Lincoln Tunnels, and The Bus Terminal. She also served as Director of Marketing for Doubleday Direct where she assisted in creating Black Expressions Book Club and was responsible for growing the club to over $25 million in sales. Toni started her first Network Marketing business in the early '90's and fell in love with the industry. After working with a number of different companies she found her passion in August 2002 with Warm Spirit. In 3 short years, she reached the top position in the company and grew a very large business unit, which resulted in earning a full-time income. In 2005, she made a Quantum Leap in her business and more than tripled her income. Sin...

Latiqua Williams aka The Stimulator An Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker, and Home-school Mom!! Latiqua Williams is the Stimulator!!! She is a master at stimulating your hair, your hair follicles, your mind and your soul! In 2012 Latiqua Williams began to suffer from Hair Loss. As someone with over 20 years in the hair and beauty industry, suffering from hair loss was embarrassing. As a result, she purposely kept to herself, which made her feel isolated and alone. However, in 2013, She took action and formed her company with the intention of educating, coaching and promoting general wellness in hair restoration and beauty industry. Her purpose is threefold to educate, motivate, and stimulate your mind about creating a lifestyle that turns your pity to powerful. Her ultimate goal is to form a community of powerful women who inspire others to break free from their pity. Over the years, she could have easily chosen to pity herself. However, Latiqua resolved t...

Hetlena Johnson, Ed.S is a Digital Resource Coordinator for Richland School District 2 in Columbia, SC. Her career in education spans a fifteen-year period in which time, she has accomplished much as a classroom teacher, professional development trainer, data analysis and research field coordinator, speaker and certified National School Reform Faculty Critical Friends Group Coach.  Under the leadership of Hetlena, Lupus Columbia South Carolina (LCSC), the nonprofit she founded to raise awareness of and advocacy for lupus patients like herself in South Carolina; caught the eye of The National Lupus Foundation of America, Inc. (LFA) and is now the only South Carolina lupus nonprofit associated with the national organization.  Hetlena serves as the Chief Volunteer Officer of the  newly transitioned LFA South Carolina Community Partner (LFASCCP). Hetlena has been integral in bringing lupus to the forefront of awareness in South Carolina.  She leads and coor...

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I am a Wiser! I am stronger! I am thankful! I am Farrah Hodgson, a 37 year-old woman and single mother of 5 children – ages 19, 17, 10, 7 and 5. I did not plan for any of my children as they were all conceived out of wedlock, but I believe everything happens for a reason. I dropped out of high school when I was 16 which led to being around the wrong people, engaging in promiscuous behavior , partying, and getting into trouble because of all the extra time on my hands. I was in an abusive relationship with the father of my first two children. This experience intoxicated  my life and I obtained multiple destructive characteristics in the process. As the years went by, I was in and out of bad relationships and continuously making bad decisions. At age 28, I knew I wanted a change. I got involved with church because I wanted to cleanse myself from all the negative behaviors  instilled in me over the years.  I was unable to forgive all 3 of my ...

DuWanda S. Epps, Owner of CreativeMindz Book Lounge in Wilson, three-time Best Selling Author, International Selling, Publisher, Inspirational Speaker, Therapeutic Mentor, Co-Author of 5, Author of 20 books. Featured Guest on The Hotness #1 Online Radio Show- P.O.E.T. (People of Extraordinary Talent) in Alabama. July 2016 Edition Cover Girl of Richmond hottest magazine.  Author DuWanda S. Epps, Graduated of Metropolitan College of New York earned degrees in Human Service and Public Administration. She is currently attending graduate school to obtain Doctoral Degree in Public Administration at Capella University. She is the founder of (EEL) Roc’On collaborating with fellow Author and Founder of Ur Worthy Movement: Joining together to educate, empower and prevent DV and SA against women and men.  Taking courage, strength and faith to take a Stand. In 2010, Cultivating Change II, Inc. 501(c)3 was incorporated. The goal of assisting families in the community in need...

Amarimba  spearheads social development programs, recreational events, and educational workshops. After hosting a holiday party to make a valuable contribution to families of local homeless shelters in 2015, she was inspired to establish T.A.L.L.O.M. A native of Trinidad,  Amarimba  migrated to the US in search of a better life for her family. A former health care finance administrator, she currently devotes her time, energy and passions to charitable works. A childhood survivor of poverty, low self-esteem and depression brought on by child molestation,  Amarimba  understands first-hand the need to protect the rights and well-being of children. A fierce advocate for disadvantaged youth, her resourcefulness in finding innovative solutions to support inner-city youth is extraordinary.  Amarimba  is experiencing her life's purpose and takes great pleasure in contributing to her community. When she's not wielding her superpowers of love and co...

My name is LeaAnn Fuller and I am a Fuller Life Coach, Author, and Motivational Speaker. I have graduated from Coach U’s Core Essential Program and am working my way up towards the highest Coaching Certification through the International Coaching Federation.  I am the founder and owner of Fuller Life, LLC. I know how hard life can be and how it can even kick you when you are down.  I have always had to work hard.  I was a young mom that had to bust my bottom to graduate with honors and continue on to college for business.  Instead of senior trips and dances I spent my nights and weekends doing homework with my little girl in my lap. I spent many years as a single mom raising my three girls on my own, working three jobs at times.  I have been considered homeless, through the guidelines of the school, sleeping on my mom’s couch and my girls on an air mattress on the floor.  It has taken me many years to dig myself out of debt and rebuild my credi...

As a Best-Selling Inspirational Author, Speaker, and Spiritual Life Coach, Schan Ellis is an inspiring personality and sought-after resource in women’s empowerment, along with personal and spiritual development.  While using the art of storytelling, Schan skillfully weaves the compelling chapters of her own life into the fabric of our daily lives. Her approach and teaching style embodies spiritual laws, principles, practices and transparency to bring profound messages, self-discovery and a challenge to live with intention. Her mission is to inspire growth, help others to awaken their greatness and actively make an impact on the world.    " I serve and support women and girls to develop life skills, discover purpose and discern spiritual gifts; and by so doing, they live from the Truth of who they are, uninhibited and with fearless expression!" In the book, Be Beautifully Inspired: A 90 Day Guide of Poems, Prayers, Articles...