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Life|65|The Heat Hits Different
The Heat Hits Different After living in Las Vegas for several years, I thought I knew what “hot” felt like. Triple digits were normal, and I learned to expect it. But there’s a difference I’ve discovered since moving back to Seattle—one I never fully understood until now. In Vegas, 100° heat is dry. The air…
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Life|65|Covered in Light
Covered in Light Yesterday I found myself reflecting on the heaviness that has lingered in my workplace. It felt dark, overwhelming, and hard to explain. Sometimes the weight of many spirits colliding can leave you numb, unsure of how to process what just happened. But in the midst of that heaviness, something sacred happened. Someone…
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Life|65|The Tools My Daddy Gave Me
The Tools My Daddy Gave Me On August 29, 2016, my Daddy sat beside me and whispered in my ear: “I gave you all the tools you need while I was with you on earth. Now it’s time for you to use them.” Those words have never left me. In that moment, I felt his…
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Life|Narcissism & Neurodivergence: Why These Relationships Can Be Risky
Narcissism & Neurodivergence: Why These Relationships Can Be Risky Why Narcissists Target Neurodivergent Individuals Research suggests narcissists often gravitate toward neurodivergent partners because of traits they can exploit. High empathy – A gift for deeply feeling others’ emotions can be turned against them. Low self-esteem – Years of feeling “different” or criticized makes a person…
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Life|Being Known
Being Known There is something sacred about being known. Not for the mask you wear, not for the role you play—but for the heart of who you are. When someone reflects your truths back to you—your love for nature, your empath spirit, your stories, your struggles, your growth—it feels like a mirror held up gently.…
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Life|65| The Energy of Wood: An Empath’s Connection to Nature
As a natural material, the unique texture, color, and other surface characteristics of wood can allow people to perceive the beauty of nature, thus leading individuals in wooden spaces and environments to derive a comfortable, relaxed, and natural feeling Wood Provides Comfort and Well-Being. The warmth and character of wood appeals to all senses. Its…
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Life|65|Words That Make Me Think
Words That Make Me Think I love to hear or read things that make me stop and think. It doesn’t matter if I fully agree or if I feel challenged by the idea—what matters is that it stretches me. Reflection is where growth begins. It’s in those pauses that I check in with myself, get…
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Life|Loving Everyone? A Reflection on Jon Batiste’s Words
Loving Everyone? A Reflection on Jon Batiste’s Words Recently, I heard Jon Batiste say something that made me stop in my tracks: “I love you even if I don’t know you, because that is the way we should be together in the world.” Those words have been echoing in my mind ever since. A Powerful…
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Blog Challenge|My Biography 🤔
If there was a biography about you, what would the title be? If There Was a Biography About Me… If there was ever a biography written about my life, I imagine the title would have to capture both the storms I’ve weathered and the sunshine I’ve carried with me. Some days, it might be called:…
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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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