Category: Honoring Myself
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65|“When Forgiveness Has a Why—and When It Doesn’t”
“When Forgiveness Has a Why—and When It Doesn’t” By Lady Flava Forgiveness is such a complicated part of life. Some people say we have to forgive to heal. Others say forgiveness is for us, not for them. And I’ve learned… sometimes, both can be true—and sometimes, it’s not that simple. I remember when I finally…
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65|“Today, I Flowed.”
“Today, I Flowed.” Today wasn’t forced. It didn’t require a deep breath to get through. It didn’t ask me to dig deep or push hard. Today… I flowed. I woke up not really wanting to go to work — not out of fear or dread, but from a place of honoring how much I’ve been…
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65| “Not Forever, Just For Now”
“Not Forever, Just For Now” Protecting My Peace Without Closing the Door There are moments in life when we must choose space over confrontation, stillness over chaos, and self-preservation over explanation. This isn’t about holding a grudge. It’s about holding my ground—quietly, calmly, and with grace. Recently, I was faced with a dynamic that shifted…
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Flava Wellness Check-In: Let’s Talk About Eye Health
As I journey through my 60s, I’ve grown more in tune with my body—and lately, I’ve been reflecting on my eyes. Some days I notice floaters drifting across my vision. On others, I struggle with glare and clarity when driving at night. I recently learned I have a slight cataract in my left eye, and…
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60+|🖊️ Changing the Narrative
There comes a moment when you get tired of the same old story. The one where you’re the misunderstood one. The one where you’re constantly defending your intentions. The one where your peace is held hostage by someone else’s drama. And then something shifts. You realize… you have the power to change the narrative. Maybe…
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60+|You’re Doing Better Than You Think
🌤 A Soft Reminder: You’re Doing Better Than You Think To whoever needs this today… You don’t have to have it all figured out to be doing something beautiful with your life. Sometimes, just getting up, breathing through the pain, and choosing kindness when it’s easier to shut down—is everything. If no one’s told you lately:…
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A Journey Through Ikigai and Wabi Sabi
🌿 Finding My Way Back to Me: A Journey Through Ikigai and Wabi Sabi By Susan “Lady Flava” Koshi There are times when I wish I had an elder still with me—someone to sit beside, sip tea with, and ask deep questions about life, purpose, and beauty. I imagine them telling stories with soft hands and wise…
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60+|H&W|Returning to Calm: Finding Peace in Familiar Spaces
Today was a good day. I found myself back in the Cerebrovascular (CV) clinic—a space I hadn’t worked in regularly for over a year. I used to love being here. Back then, it felt like my home base: steady, calm, and familiar. Over time, I shifted into the bustling world of Neurosurgery Complex Spine. The…
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