Elated and Well

Just a girl and her caprisun living life black and joyful 🫶🏾

I found a piece of myself in Sedona 💚 🌵

First road trip of the year was a success. Oakland ➡️ San Diego ➡️ Scottsdale ➡️ Sedona ➡️ Joshua Tree and I loved every moment connecting with one of my favorite people 🤍

Life has been filled lately. Filled with love, joy, connections, integration, and so much more. I ended 2023 with the acceptance that joy and strength can live in tandem. 2023 was such a whirlwind and as I reflect, there is one thing that truly stands out. I fell in love with myself. There is so much to be proud of and still so much to accomplish 🫶🏾

Amidst all the changes, there have been a few consistencies/life updates…

1. Yes, I’m still taking my clothes off in nature every chance I get
2. I love road trips
3. I finished my first semester of my doctoral peogram
4. I did two 7 day water fasts in 2023
5. Relationships are hard but I’m working on showing up for the people that show up for me
6. This Saturn return is something else
7. My favorite hobby is driving ridiculously far to discover new coffee shops that are aesthetically pleasing

Just a few things that have been bringing me joy. The mission is to have as much fun as possible 🫶🏾

Starting school in less than a month. I’m about to become a brainiac 🧠 🤍

I crave being naked in nature. The more I talk to people the more I realize this desire is a priveledge.

My ancestors were forced to be naked, they weren’t given the choice, autonomy was not a part of the discussion.

So as I heal from the generational trauma embedded in my bones, I chose to show up in any situation in a way that brings me joy.

Showing the trees my b***s are one of the many things that are bringing me joy these days 🫶🏾🤍

Proud to say I no longer feel anxious in a bikini. The body hasn’t changed I’m just actually happy 🫶🏾 🤎

On this day I almost put on a different bikini because it had a little more coverage, not much, just a little more coverage. Then I said to myself, nobody cares Elasha. Wear the damn bikini.

Funny how I would rather be n**e in the ocean but still find negative thoughts trying to squeeze their way into my day to day.

Also, shoutout to the friends that hype you up and take fire photos of you 🙌🏾🙌🏾

Still protecting my joy in case y’all were wondering 🤍

In this season I am focusing on 5 things…

1. Cultivating more meaningful relationships with people that have strong boundaries

2. Spending more time doing the things that make me feel truly alive

3. Making more decisions with the intention of protecting my joy devoid fear

4. Feeling beautiful, healthy, and strong everyday

5. Becoming a wine connoisseur

Chapter 28. This chapter is called Joy 🫶🏾♊️💜

How Do You Help Someone who is Struggling Emotionally?

✨ 1. Listen Actively
✨ 2. Offer Empathy
✨ 3. Avoid Judgement
✨ 4. Encourage Them to Seek Professional Help
✨ 5. Help Them with Practical Tasks
✨ 6. Check in Regularly

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How to Improve Mental Health?

✨ 1. Relax and Reduce Stress
✨ 2. Find Ways to Learn and be Creative
✨ 3. Spend Time in Nature
✨ 4. Connect with Others
✨ 4. Look After Your Physical Health
✨ 5. Try to Get Enough Sleep

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Stress Relief Tips

✨ 1. Meditate
✨ 2. Laugh More
✨ 3. Manage Social Media Time
✨ 4. Get Enough Sleep
✨ 5. Try yoga

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5 Most Common Signs of Stress

✨ 1. Physical Symptoms
✨ 2. Emotional Changes
✨ 3. Changes in Behavior
✨ 4. Cognitive Symptoms
✨ 5. Social Changes

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5 Simple Ways to Practice Self-Care Every Day:

✨ 1. Be Self-Compassionate
✨ 2. Get Enough Sleep-Every Single Night
✨ 3. Nourish Your Body With Healthy Foods
✨ 4. Meditate
✨ 5. Enjoy Some Time Outside

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