Black Girls Travel Therapy

  Hey you! Yes, you! When will you start to live? I see you being wife, mother, and that lady at work, but when will you do something for you? The smile on your face is fake, and there's no sparkle in your eyes.  Have you loss you in the midst of pleasing others?   I hope you realize God only gives us one life to live. What are you waiting for? You're not young as you use to be, but you're still a bad chic I have to admit.  Waiting for someone to die or are you waiting for someone to leave you? People depart your presence without notice and if you're sacrificing your happiness for someone else I advice you to wake up. Your life is yours. It was given to you to live, and live happily. You better stop turning down your chances at true happiness.   Don't live with regrets. You don't want to be that old wrinkled lady sitting on the porch saying I wish... Experience life while your still young, healthy, and able to enjoy. After

Why am I always giving? Some people make me feel like they're better than me and deserve to be catered to 24-7. These individuals are always taking and giving nothing in return. Could I be talking about people with a Narcissistic personality disorder?   Narcissistic personality disorder is a mental disorder in which one has an inflated sense of their own importance, a deep need for admiration and a lack of feelings (empathy) for others. But behind their mask of grandiose lies a weak and low self-esteem that's vulnerable to the slightest criticism. A narcissistic personality disorder has destructive behavior in personal relationships, work and/or school environment and financial matters. The person usually becomes unhappy and disappointed when their not catered to or rewarded with special favors and gifts they believe they deserve. To be diagnosed with Narcissistic Personality Disorder one must meet 5 or more of the following long standing characteristics: Has a grandio

The Love I took for granted. I thought it would always be around. I allowed my ego to inflate, interchanging kindness for lust. Refusing to give love, selfishly pleasing myself instead of taking time to love back. The Love I took for granted. The Love I took for granted. Now that it's gone, I miss it. I foolishly thought it would stick around. It warned me, but I was sitting on my throne refusing to believe that anyone would leave me. The Love I took for granted. The Love I took for granted. I treated it bad. I showed no respect. I was too afraid to be vulnerable. Too worried about my macho image, wanting no one to see me love. The Love I took for granted. The Love I took for granted. Why did I fall asleep on it? Why didn't I cherish it? It loved me unconditionally. It made me smile. It was a crazy love, I have to admit, but now that its gone I miss it. The Love I took for granted. Appreciate the unique Love in your life. Listen to their needs, wants, and desires. Le

Love is patient. Love is kind. Love is happy. Love is forgiving. Love is soothing. Love feels good. Love is free. Love heals the world. When you give love, you receive love. Relationships are true reflections of you. Take a look at your behavior, if you are not acting out of love you'll see it. Learn to love, love unselfishly, love unconditionally, love even when it doesn't feel good. Everyone needs love, and some need more than others. As you grow you can ignore negativity and love regardless. If you only give love, it has to return to you. Don't spend the rest of your life treating others bad because they treated you bad or attempting to hurt someone because they hurt you. Stand up and show love. Heal the world with love... ~Karlyn LeBlanc. www.lovelemenu.com  

Bio: Karlyn LeBlanc is a native of Chicago, Illinois. She currently resides in the Atlanta, Georgia area. Karlyn obtained her Bachelor degree from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge and her Masters from Tulane University in New Orleans. Her career began as licensed master social worker where she spent twelve years counseling patients, supervising master level social workers, and facilitating support groups.   In addition, she’s a bestselling author of two published books, a motivational speaker, therapist, and the CEO/owner and founder of several small businesses.   Her goal is to empower women to live life to the fullest and constantly seek self-love. Abstract: Karlyn is the organizer and coordinator of the “I love me” retreat. The venue is designed to foster growth embedded in empowerment activities, build self-esteem, and teach women how to love themselves inside and out in a fun, invigorating environment. Feedback from people: “You have shown me new ways of thin