Let’s talk about breaking down barriers so you can find your tribe. Even from a very young age I had a lot of girlfriends. I used to look at other girls and see their beauty from within. I would notice how different girls put their outfits together and how they took care of themselves. It’s always interesting to me to notice how someone shows up. I have dressed for success, even at an early age, and that is still so important. After I got into the beauty industry and owned my own salon, I realized that most of us have the same feelings—some might be a little more insecure, and some just need a bit of guidance. My mom and grandmother always dressed for success, so I’m sure that's where I got it.
I started really appreciating the unique beauty of everyone early on. And by doing hair and makeup, I started to look at everyone’s inner and outer beauty. When I asked my clients what they loved about themselves, it was hard for them to see their own beauty. I would compliment them and everything started to change. It was like a flower opening up, and they would start flourishing. When we feel good, we do good. We are more open to reciprocate and make others feel good. It’s infectious in a great way. They learn to let you into their circle, and then your circle and tribe gets bigger. Women just want to be respected, loved and to have someone be honest with them. That has always been me—what you see is what you get, and don’t ask me unless you want the truth!!
A few years ago I started a women’s group and began to find my tribe. I can say I started many women’s tribes. COVID changed that a bit, but I will be starting up again soon. We were all there for each other, and when someone was going through something, we were there to lift them up and for them to lean on.
I had no idea how powerful that is, but you never felt alone. Another thing I learned is that having friends of many ages is amazing, as you go through so many stages and you can learn from every age and stage, Women are the medicine of the world. You learn something from everyone if you're open to receiving it. Finding your tribe and cherishing them will be the best gift you can give yourself and your friends. Women are such a beautiful breed. Remember to have a friend, you have to be a friend. Recognize the beauty in others, as it will make you more beautiful.
The biggest message I want you to hear is to always toot your own horn and love yourself. Pat yourself on the back when you feel good; so many of us are our own worst enemies and yet we are the ones we are with the most. You are important and you are “younique” and so beautiful! OWN it!!
Women are to know and to love!