Category: I Am A Storyteller
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ASipOfFlava|Writing as My Daily Commitment
Writing became more than words for me — it became a commitment, a calm, and a way to process life. This A Sip of Flava is about finding an outlet that helps you breathe, reflect, and reconnect with yourself — especially when life feels heavy.
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RealTalk|Faith & Spirituality
Faith raised me. Spirituality sustains me. And the way I walk with God today looks different from the way I was raised — but it’s real, intentional, and woven into every part of my life. Let’s talk about finding your own path with God… beyond the building, beyond the rules, and straight from the heart.
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ASipOfFlava|**“Two Moments That Made Me Laugh… and Think”**
Life handed me two little moments this week — one from NPR and one from a 25-year-old’s “back-pain breakthrough” — and both reminded me how much truth hides inside everyday laughter.
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ASipOfFlava|🌻 The Truth About How I Write
Writing is part of my daily recipe — some days sweet, some days seasoned, some days a little spicy. I don’t pretend to know it all, but I’ve lived enough life to share what I’ve learned and stay open to what I don’t. Every blog is a dish I create from the ingredients life hands…
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RealTalk|🌻 The Recipe for “Normal” — According to a Seasoned Soul
Ever wonder what “normal” even means anymore? I broke it down Flava-style — as a recipe. Yes, a real recipe. With ingredients, instructions, and a whole lot of seasoned truth. Come see what your version of normal might look like.
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✨ Japanese Women Who Spoke Up: Yoshino Kishida ✨
She was a teenager when she stepped onto a stage and spoke a truth the world wasn’t ready for. Her voice was so powerful, it sparked a law meant to silence her — and still, her message lived on. This Sunday, we honor Yoshino Kishida…a young woman whose courage lit the path for generations.
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🌸 Japanese Women Who Spoke Up: Aiko Herzig-Yoshinaga
Aiko Herzig-Yoshinaga wasn’t loud, but she was powerful. With quiet determination, she uncovered the truth behind Japanese American incarceration and helped change U.S. history. Her strength echoes through generations — including mine.
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Life|Understanding Direct & Indirect Effects of Abuse and Addiction
Generational trauma doesn’t disappear just because the person is gone. It can shape children who were never raised in the storm, and show up in behaviors that don’t match who we truly are. Awareness is the first step toward breaking what we never meant to carry.
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H&W|Depression
Depression isn’t always obvious. Some people smile through it, work through it, and carry it alone. This blog breaks down what we don’t talk about — what it looks like on the outside, what it feels like on the inside, and how to reach out for real support.

