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RealTalk|Where Kindness Begins
Real Talk: Where Kindness Begins I’ve been thinking about bullying — not just how common it is now, but how normalized it’s become. Kids. Teens. Adults. Online. At work. In everyday spaces. It didn’t come out of nowhere. And the more I sit with it, the clearer it gets: most bullies aren’t born mean. They’re…
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H&W |Speak Life Into…
Health & Wellness: Speaking Life Into Yourself and Others There is a form of nourishment we don’t talk about enough — and it doesn’t come from food, supplements, or exercise. It comes from words. The words we speak to ourselves. The words we speak over others. And the words spoken into us — especially when…
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A Taste of Flava|My Blog Is a Time Capsule
A Taste of Flava My Blog Is a Time Capsule Lately I’ve been thinking about something that makes me grateful for the time I spend writing. My blog has quietly become a time capsule. When we move through life, most people only see certain versions of us. Our children know us as mom. Co-workers know…
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RealTalk|Grief Isn’t One Size Fits All
Grief Isn’t One Size Fits All Let’s talk about grief—really talk about it. Grief is not just about death. It’s about loss. And loss shows up in many forms. It can be the passing of a loved one. It can be the loss of health, independence, a relationship, a job, or the life you thought…
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H&W|Chronic Pain
When Pain Makes You Cautious to Move I don’t know if this is muscle weakness pain or something more. What I do know is that I just completed two weeks at a new physical therapy clinic with a completely different approach to movement. I started out hopeful. Hopeful that maybe this would be the thing…
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RealTalk|Your Foundation Matters More Than You Think
This weekend I finally realized something important: My standards, values, and strong reactions to life did not come out of nowhere. They were planted in me by the people who raised, mentored, protected, and guided me. Monday’s Real Talk is about: 🌻 foundation 🌻 legacy 🌻 integrity 🌻 family complexity 🌻 community influence 🌻 healing…
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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.
