Black Girl You Are Beautiful!

On Saturday October 15, 2016, Siren Studios opened its doors for an event that was all #BlackGirlBeautiful. A refreshingly uplifting event in Hollywood that gathered the most beautiful (inside and out), talented, dynamic people in celebration of the Black Girl! Founder of BlackGirlBeautiful.com, Nikia Phoenix is a Los Angeles based model, writer, and dream-instigator. As soon as… Read more »

Head Wraps In The Park at Leimert Park LA

It was a tough week for black people. We mourned the murder of Terrence Crutcher.  One of the most recent black lives lost to police violence. And watched several other unlawful acts against black bodies circulate through our news feeds. The trauma caused by reliving these moments add to the generational pain black people suffer from… Read more »

Say Dark Meat: The Wrong Way to Approach A Dark Skin Woman

This weekend a brother tried to holla at me by yelling out, “Say dark meat, come here!” I was high off the very black vibes at the Cali HBCU Reunion, bouncing in my #BlackGirlMagic as I strutted across the yard, and feeling myself in all my glory after a much needed day with black people…. Read more »

Pursuit of Nappiness: Wear your Crown

The African Headdress is more than just a fashion statement. Yes, African women look fierce when they adorn their heads with these beautiful colors and patterns. But the ‘duku’ or ‘gele’ is a statement worn to show prosperity and worn during different religious ceremonies. As black women, we’ve begun to wear our headdress to honor… Read more »

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  • Energy Clearing Through Baths

    Energy Clearing Through Baths by Asha Jackson   Since starting my own spiritual journey a few years ago, baths have come to play a major role. As a believer in energy, it has become a habitual practice of mine to clear, purify and uplift my personal energy and space. But regardless of what I do… Read more »

  • Pursuit of Nappinss: Goddess Exchange DC- Finale The Black Woman

    In the finale of the the first installation of the Goddess Exchange DC we take a deeper look into the woman. Discussing issues of Colorism, Black Beauty, Confidence, & more.   Share, Like, Grow Goddess Exchange is a series of dialogue between women of the color from various cities around the world. We are promoting healthy… Read more »

  • #BlackoutBlackFriday Sales

    It is important that we join together in our Pursuit by supporting our community as we boycott commercial Black Friday and purchase from Black owned businesses. This is by far the greatest way to make our voices heard as we fight for the justice of Mike Brown and countless other unarmed Black citizens that have… Read more »

  • Finding the Perfect Partner

    Finding the Perfect Partner by Asha Jackson   There is a phenomena buzzing in the love/romance sector of holistic education, that many people are jumping on. So far, I’ve seen a TEDxTAlK on the subject as well as many YouTube educators reflect on their own experiences with the practice. It is marriage. Not a completely… Read more »

  • 20 Women: Advice for Women in their 20s

    20 Women were asked to give advice to other women in their 20s. This is what they said: 1  The advice I would like to share with women in their 20’s would be: 1. Don’t Compromise your values or goals. 2. Learn to trust your instincts and don’t be swayed by your feelings. 3. Be… Read more »

  • Balance: Bringing Darkness to the Light

    Balane: Bringing Darkness to the Light  by Asha Jackson There is a time for everything. With the Autumn Equinox on September 23rd, came a perfectly balanced 24 hour period of half day and half night. As summer ended, so did long days and short nights. With the fall and winter, come shorter days and longer… Read more »

  • Pursuit of Nappiness: Goddess Exchange DC Part 2- The Black Man

    Pursuit of Nappiness presents Goddess Exchange: DC Part 2- The Black Man In Part 2 of the the first installation of the Goddess Exchange DC we take a deeper look into the black man. Discusses the struggles of black love & our affection towards our men, the damages of the “Willie Lynch” syndrome, and sooo… Read more »

  • Pursuit of Nappiness: Goddess Exchange DC Part I-Mike Brown

    Pursuit of Nappiness presents Goddess Exchange DC Goddess Exchange is a series of dialogue between women of the color from various cities around the world. We are promoting healthy relationships between women. And starting the conversations that will inspire the change we need to see in our communities. Goddess Exchange DC is the first installation… Read more »

  • Pursuit of Nappiness: Zenzile Sky Lark

    Meet Zenzile Sky Lark  on the Pursuit of Nappiness “I am on the Pursuit of Nappiness” a series featuring various artist and ambitious entrepreneurs who embody what it means to be on the Pursuit of Nappiness. Graphic Designer Zenzile Sky Lark Design: www.zenzileskylark.com Photography: www.photography.zenzileskylark.com Tumblr: honeydripdrops.tumblr.com Instagram @Zenchiru Vimeo: vimeo.com/lalasoy Filmed & Edited by Brittney Sankofa http://brittneysankofa.weebly.com/ Share &… Read more »

  • #NMOS14 DC x Pursuit of Nappiness: Justice for Mike Brown

    On August 9, 2014, Michael (Mike) Brown, an 18 year-old unarmed black man, was shot dead by officer Darren Wilson of the Ferguson Police Department. Within moments of his death the citizens of Furgeson, Missouri, some eye witnesses, began to document the shooting. For the first time, we the people received the news before the… Read more »

  • Treasuring Pleasure

    Treasuring Pleasure by Asha Jackson I recently did an exercise that posed the question: What brings you pleasure? When I think of pleasure, my mind automatically delves into the darker, more naughty realms of life including the richness of triple layer chocolate cake and the happy endings that follow massages from a lover. All of… Read more »

  • 3 Ways To Cure Your Cramps

    One of the biggest complaints women have are the pains they experience during menstruation. Although most women experience these symptoms it is in no way “normal.” But because we’ve become so out of tune with our bodies (essentially ourselves) we’re in a world of pain during this time. Our cycle should be a time where… Read more »

  • Pursuit of Nappiness: Porsha O’Neal

    Porsha Jamie O’Neal in Pursuit of…  justice, peace and genuine respect for everyone. The little girl inside me lacked justice. She lacked someone to fight for her, to save her, to be her voice. So I live my life in pursuit of  helping those little people in situations similar or worse than my own. Whether through… Read more »

  • Meet Giveaway Winner Zaje Williams

    Zaje Williams, 24, Philadelphia, PA The Pursuit: I am in PURSUIT of….my reality. I am pursuing the reality that I envision for myself (constantly looking to catch up to her). In other words my FUTURE self. Follow Zaje:  @GODXONHI Photographer: Khiry Robison khiry.worrell@yahoo.com @KHIHUEMAN_ Follow us @PursuitofNappi for more fun giveaways.

  • Pursuit of the Body: I Got the Juice Now

    It’s important that we treat our bodies right while We Are in Pursuit. After seeing the documentary Fat, Sick, & Nearly Dead, I was inspired to start juicing.  A huge part of my pursuit is eating healthy. I’m aware of all of the harmful toxins in our daily American diet. Just the thought of the chemicals… Read more »

  • Pursuit of Nappiness: Cid Ninja

    Meet Cid Ninja on the Pursuit of Nappiness “I am on the Pursuit of Nappiness” A series featuring various artist and ambitious entrepreneurs who embody what it means to be on the Pursuit of Nappiness. Name: Cid Ninja Occupation: Singer Age: 22 years old Hometown: New York City Pursuit: I’m in pursuit of the dimensional/evolutionary… Read more »

  • What is the Pursuit of Nappiness?

    What is the Pursuit of Nappiness? The Pursuit of Nappiness is a t-shirt line designed to encourage and involve the conscious mind on a journey towards loving, accepting, and having pride for your roots. To create a network of support for purpose driven individuals that inspire and encourage the world. And to utilize art as… Read more »