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60+|“When the Race Card Is Misused: A Hard Truth from Someone Who Has Lived It”
“When the Race Card Is Misused: A Hard Truth from Someone Who Has Lived It” By Susan “Lady Flava” Koshi There’s a topic that has been sitting in my spirit for quite some time. A topic that is layered, painful, and—for many—taboo. But I believe that part of healing is being willing to talk about…
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60+|🌻 “Four Out of a Hundred: A Perspective Shift”
🌻 “Four Out of a Hundred: A Perspective Shift” A hard situation took place. One that challenged my heart, my trust, and how I show up in a place I once felt safe. It rattled me—deeply. There were accusations, misunderstandings, and conversations that were never allowed to be complete. People I trusted suddenly changed how they…
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60+|🌻The Message You Start Your Day With Matters
🌅 The Message My Soul Was Waiting For by Susan / Lady Flava Wellness This morning, I woke up with peace in my heart—real peace. The kind that settles deep in your spirit and whispers, “You’re okay. You’re exactly where you’re supposed to be.” Before the world demanded anything from me, I sat with myself…
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60+|🌞 Attitude Is Everything
🌞 Attitude Is Everything: What This Week Taught Me About Choosing Joy by Susan Koshi | Lady Flava Wellness This week reminded me of something I’ve always known—but hadn’t always practiced: Attitude is everything. It’s easy to say. Harder to live. But when I chose to walk into each day with a positive attitude—something shifted. I…
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60+|Reflections on Being a Seasoned Soul in a Shifting Workplace
When Someone in Leadership Lets You Know You’re Not Invisible Reflections on Being a Seasoned Soul in a Shifting Workplace “I was hired because of my wisdom, my work ethic, and my heart. That still matters.” In today’s workplace, the divide between generations is becoming more apparent. Younger employees are walking into professional spaces with…
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60+| 🌬️ When the Breeze Shifts… Even Slightly
🌬️ When the Breeze Shifts… Even Slightly In a world where chaos has become almost commonplace, it’s heartbreaking how easily one person— just one—can walk into a room and unsettle the rhythm of a once-aligned team. Especially when that team serves with purpose, grace, and visibility, under the banner of a respected business. The disruption is…
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🔑 Communication Is Still the Key (2025)
🔑 Communication Is Still the Key Then & Now Reflections from Lady Flava In 2017, I wrote a short blog post that said: “Good communication is KEY in all kinds of relationships. No response is a part of communication!” — Lady Flava That message still holds true. And today, in 2025, I find myself revisiting…
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60+|My Quiet Victory
✨ Unbothered: My Quiet Victory There’s a kind of strength that doesn’t raise its voice. It doesn’t clap back. It doesn’t demand the room shift. It simply smiles, holds its peace, and keeps walking with grace. Today… that was me. I’ve been navigating a situation that tested my spirit, shook my confidence, and made me question…
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Thank You Ray 🎉
🌿 A Note of Gratitude to Ray Van Horn, Jr. 🌿 Today, I want to pause and thank Ray Van Horn, Jr. for stepping into my written space and leaving behind his thoughtful footprint. As an author and storyteller himself, Ray understands the power of words—how they can heal, ignite, and connect. His presence here…
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Welcome to Simply Flava. A soulful blend of reflection, resilience, and real talk from a 65-year-old woman walking boldly through life. Formerly rooted in the indie arts scene, this blog has evolved into a space where wellness, aging, and purpose take center stage. Through storytelling, resources, and heartfelt moments, Lady Flava shares her truth—one post at a time.
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