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  • African American woman mixing dried herbs in a bowl at a kitchen table.
    Lifestyle

    Life Reset: Starting Over at Any Age

    December 27, 2025 - By Carmen Carde

    Starting over is not about erasing your past. A life reset is about choosing clarity, alignment, and growth at any age. It begins when you decide to move forward with intention.

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    Featured

    Leaving Germany: Lessons I Learned Living Here as an American

    December 27, 2025 - By Carmen Carde

    Leaving Germany wasn’t emotional. It was reflective. From navigating relentless bureaucracy to understanding cultural distance and finding my footing as a Black American woman abroad, this chapter taught me more about myself than I expected. As I depart from Frankfurt Airport, I’m carrying clarity, boundaries, and gratitude, not regret.

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  • Empty German Christmas market with softly lit wooden stalls, snow-dusted rooftops, and warm holiday lights creating a quiet, reflective winter atmosphere.
    Lifestyle

    A Different Kind of Christmas

    December 25, 2025 - By Carmen Carde

    Christmas looks different for me now. As life shifts and priorities change, I’ve found meaning not in gifts or excess, but in presence, intention, and creating space for connection in quieter ways.

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  • Strasbourg Cathedral in winter under an overcast sky, photographed during the Christmas season with soft, muted tones.
    Travel

    Visiting Strasbourg Christmas Markets

    December 23, 2025 - By Carmen Carde

    Strasbourg didn’t overwhelm me, it softened me. This quiet French city blends beauty, balance, and lived-in charm in a way that invites you to slow down and simply be.

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  • Sunlit empty apartment symbolizing losing my job was a blessing during a life transition
    Lifestyle

    Losing My Job Was a Blessing

    December 21, 2025 - By Carmen Carde

    Losing my job felt like the end of stability but it turned out to be the beginning of alignment. This is what the transition taught me about faith, resilience, and trusting what comes next.

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  • African American woman sitting on a wooden swing in a flowing dress, reading a book in soft natural light
    Lifestyle

    What I’m Releasing This Year

    December 19, 2025 - By Carmen Carde

    This year taught me the importance of releasing what no longer serves me—old patterns, unrealistic expectations, and the need to always be in survival mode. Through reflection, therapy, and quiet growth, I’m choosing clarity, alignment, and space for what’s next.

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  • A woman standing in soft natural light, facing an open balcony, symbolizing personal growth, alignment, and intentional living.
    Lifestyle

    “Personal Growth: Who I’m Becoming”

    December 18, 2025 - By Carmen Carde

    A quiet reflection on personal growth, alignment, and learning who I’m becoming in this season of life.

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  • A Black woman with natural makeup and healthy glowing skin, representing mindful skincare and self-care during menopause.
    Health

    Menopause Skincare: How to Care for Aging Skin Naturally

    August 25, 2025 - By Carmen Carde

    Menopause changes many things — including your skin. You may notice more dryness, dullness, sensitivity, or slower healing. What worked before may no longer give the same results. The good news?Healthy, glowing skin during menopause isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing the right things consistently. Why Skin Changes During Menopause As estrogen levels decline, the skin naturally produces less collagen and holds less moisture. This can lead to: According to the Mayo Clinic, hormonal changes during menopause directly affect skin hydration and elasticity, making gentle, supportive care especially important.👉 https://www.mayoclinic.org A Natural Glow Is About Consistency + Smart Choices…

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  • African American woman in winter clothing shielding her eyes from sunlight breaking through cloudy skies
    Health

    A Nerdy Guide to Moles & Sun Safety

    August 25, 2025 - By Carmen Carde

    Moles are common, but changes aren’t something to ignore. This nerd-approved guide breaks down what moles really are, how sun exposure affects them, and why sun safety matters in every type of weather; even cloudy, cold, and rainy days.

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    Summer Skincare Favourites

    August 25, 2025 - By Carmen Carde

    Hot weather calls for lighter, fresher formulas and extra protection. Summer must-haves: 💡 Tip: keep a mini sunscreen in your bag for quick touch-ups.

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