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Feminessay was born out of the lack of diversity represented in the narratives of Black people, especially Black women, in academic research about literacy. We realized that there were no online spaces specifically dedicated to Black women sharing our own narratives with each other and the rest of the world, interacting with one another about our writing, and adding to the narratives that we see in research and media. We wanted to make a change by claiming and cultivating a space for this to happen.

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LETTER

My Open Letter to Nikki Giovanni
by Tiye Cort Odima

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In honor of the life and influence of Nikki Giovanni

We lost a great literary hero in Nikki Giovanni. She will be greatly missed. ❤️
Check out “My Open Letter to Nikki Giovanni”, by Tiye.
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#nikkigiovanni #feminessay

We lost a great literary hero in Nikki Giovanni. She will be greatly missed. ❤️
Check out “My Open Letter to Nikki Giovanni”, by Tiye.
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#nikkigiovanni #feminessay

Before the year ends, we know that you have lots to share!
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We’re accepting submissions, so share your writing on Feminessay using our easy submission form. If you need a little help thinking of something to write about, we also have a growing Feminessay Weekly Writing Prompt club (subscribe through the homepage pop-up) to help you get some ideas flowing!
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#acceptingsubmissions #feminessay #writerscommunity #blackwomen #woman #blackisbeautiful #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackgirlmagic #blackgirlsrock #myblackisbeautiful #blackwomen #journey #writer #blackexcellence #poetry #blackwriters #poets #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

Before the year ends, we know that you have lots to share!
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We’re accepting submissions, so share your writing on Feminessay using our easy submission form. If you need a little help thinking of something to write about, we also have a growing Feminessay Weekly Writing Prompt club (subscribe through the homepage pop-up) to help you get some ideas flowing!
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#acceptingsubmissions #feminessay #writerscommunity #blackwomen #woman #blackisbeautiful #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackgirlmagic #blackgirlsrock #myblackisbeautiful #blackwomen #journey #writer #blackexcellence #poetry #blackwriters #poets #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

We’re ba-ack! Stay tuned to this space for updates including a new editor’s letter from Tiye (@tiyenaeemahcortodima) and fresh new stories, coming soon the Feminessay platform!
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As always, submissions are open- share your writing today!
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#feminism #feminist #women #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #shareyourstory #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #blackartists #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

We’re ba-ack! Stay tuned to this space for updates including a new editor’s letter from Tiye (@tiyenaeemahcortodima) and fresh new stories, coming soon the Feminessay platform!
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As always, submissions are open- share your writing today!
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#feminism #feminist #women #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #shareyourstory #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #blackartists #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

“Letter To My First Love” is Kaya’s first piece to be published on FeminEssay! Go check out her piece and read about the different ways that her first love made a difference in her life. Hmmm, who would you want to write a letter to?
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#linkinbio #love #firstlove #blackwomen #blackwoman #identity #august #feminessay #writer #supportblackwomen #shareblackstories #tellblackstories #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #becoming #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

“Letter To My First Love” is Kaya’s first piece to be published on FeminEssay! Go check out her piece and read about the different ways that her first love made a difference in her life. Hmmm, who would you want to write a letter to?
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#linkinbio #love #firstlove #blackwomen #blackwoman #identity #august #feminessay #writer #supportblackwomen #shareblackstories #tellblackstories #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #becoming #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

Sometimes it takes a little push to make us rethink the life that we’re living, and Jacquelyn shares what made her choose to lead a different lifestyle in “Visions and Nightmares.” Check out her first piece and show her some love on the Feminessay website now! #linkinbio
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#god #epiphany #blackwomen #blackwoman #identity #august #feminessay #writer #supportblackwomen #shareblackstories #tellblackstories #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #becoming #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

Sometimes it takes a little push to make us rethink the life that we’re living, and Jacquelyn shares what made her choose to lead a different lifestyle in “Visions and Nightmares.” Check out her first piece and show her some love on the Feminessay website now! #linkinbio
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#god #epiphany #blackwomen #blackwoman #identity #august #feminessay #writer #supportblackwomen #shareblackstories #tellblackstories #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #becoming #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

“I can’t find the words to describe the pressures of being responsible for my child’s care, safety, and happiness.”
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This week, Ellen shares how this pandemic has changed her experience and thinking while bringing her closer to her daughter. Go read her first piece on FeminEssay, “Creating a New Normal.” #linkinbio
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#family #mother #daughter #blackwomen #blackwoman #identity #july #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #tellblackstories #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #becoming #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

“I can’t find the words to describe the pressures of being responsible for my child’s care, safety, and happiness.”
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This week, Ellen shares how this pandemic has changed her experience and thinking while bringing her closer to her daughter. Go read her first piece on FeminEssay, “Creating a New Normal.” #linkinbio
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#family #mother #daughter #blackwomen #blackwoman #identity #july #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #tellblackstories #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #becoming #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

#SayHerName #blacklivesmatter

#SayHerName #blacklivesmatter

*Trigger Warning: strong sexual and graphic content
Shawn Ivory shares her first piece with the Feminessay community, documenting a dependent relationship that touches on mental health, sexual intimacy, and the effects of feeling dependent on another person, which can sometimes lead to disappointment, frustration, and a worse mental space. In “The Pleasure of Pain”, Shawn discusses intimate details of the relationship that may be triggering for some readers, so please be mindful and take care as you read and share this honest, detailed, and brilliantly written piece. #linkinbio
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#women #blackwomen #blackwoman #identity #mentalhealth #depression #sex #june #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #tellblackstories #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #becoming #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

*Trigger Warning: strong sexual and graphic content
Shawn Ivory shares her first piece with the Feminessay community, documenting a dependent relationship that touches on mental health, sexual intimacy, and the effects of feeling dependent on another person, which can sometimes lead to disappointment, frustration, and a worse mental space. In “The Pleasure of Pain”, Shawn discusses intimate details of the relationship that may be triggering for some readers, so please be mindful and take care as you read and share this honest, detailed, and brilliantly written piece. #linkinbio
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#women #blackwomen #blackwoman #identity #mentalhealth #depression #sex #june #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #tellblackstories #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #becoming #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

BLACK LIVES MATTER.
A message from Tiye:
To my Feminessay community, I know that we are hurting.
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There is always so much going on in the world, and today it involves us on the front lines once again. Some of us have jumped right into the fight with protests, donations, and words that show where we stand. Some of us feel helpless, hopeless, and like our fighting for justice is futile. It is not.
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Our stories and words do so much every time we share. They let other Black people know that they are not alone. They remind us that our words are powerful, inspiring, and meaningful. They make so much of what happens in our lives as Black people VISIBLE for those on the outside looking in. And while we don’t write for them, we know this powerful impact all the same.
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Feminessay centers the voices of Black women and that will never change. As such a force, Feminessay continues to stand with the Black community in our fight for justice. While the name heard most through the chants and protests is that of #GeorgeFloyd, we are also remembering #BreonnaTaylor, #AhmaudArbery, #TonyMcDade, and the countless others who were senselessly murdered.
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Let us not forget that we are still in the midst of a global pandemic. Black lives are still being taken for granted. We are angry, hurt, fed up, and exhausted by all that we have to deal with. Given the current social climate and all that is happening in the world right now, we hope that you are all staying safe, healthy, and taking the time that you need to find your peace. May we never forget that Black lives matter and may we continue to share our Black stories. ✊🏾✊🏿✊🏼
#Blacklivesmatter
#shareblackstories

BLACK LIVES MATTER.
A message from Tiye:
To my Feminessay community, I know that we are hurting.
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There is always so much going on in the world, and today it involves us on the front lines once again. Some of us have jumped right into the fight with protests, donations, and words that show where we stand. Some of us feel helpless, hopeless, and like our fighting for justice is futile. It is not.
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Our stories and words do so much every time we share. They let other Black people know that they are not alone. They remind us that our words are powerful, inspiring, and meaningful. They make so much of what happens in our lives as Black people VISIBLE for those on the outside looking in. And while we don’t write for them, we know this powerful impact all the same.
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Feminessay centers the voices of Black women and that will never change. As such a force, Feminessay continues to stand with the Black community in our fight for justice. While the name heard most through the chants and protests is that of #GeorgeFloyd, we are also remembering #BreonnaTaylor, #AhmaudArbery, #TonyMcDade, and the countless others who were senselessly murdered.
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Let us not forget that we are still in the midst of a global pandemic. Black lives are still being taken for granted. We are angry, hurt, fed up, and exhausted by all that we have to deal with. Given the current social climate and all that is happening in the world right now, we hope that you are all staying safe, healthy, and taking the time that you need to find your peace. May we never forget that Black lives matter and may we continue to share our Black stories. ✊🏾✊🏿✊🏼
#Blacklivesmatter
#shareblackstories

Majella has shared her first poem on Feminessay! Go read her new addition to Our Stories, “What is the Color of Blue if There isn’t a Sky.”
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#feminism #feminist #women #blackgirls #blackwomen #blackwoman #identity #beauty #may #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #tellblackstories #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #becoming #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

Majella has shared her first poem on Feminessay! Go read her new addition to Our Stories, “What is the Color of Blue if There isn’t a Sky.”
#linkinbio
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#feminism #feminist #women #blackgirls #blackwomen #blackwoman #identity #beauty #may #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #tellblackstories #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #becoming #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

Zoe is one of our youngest writers to publish a piece on Feminessay! Go read her new addition to Our Stories, “My Life as a Black Woman in America”, where she shares her story about the struggle to become comfortable with her blackness and beauty in a world where she is often different.
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Zoe’s story shares how important representation, affirmation, and open discussion about identity and society are to growing girls. Zoe, thank you for sharing your story and for being such a great example to your younger sisters. We’re glad that Feminessay is a space where we can share, learn, and grow from each others’ experiences! #linkinbio
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#feminism #feminist #women #blackgirls #blackwomen #blackwoman #identity #beauty #may #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #tellblackstories #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #becoming #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

Zoe is one of our youngest writers to publish a piece on Feminessay! Go read her new addition to Our Stories, “My Life as a Black Woman in America”, where she shares her story about the struggle to become comfortable with her blackness and beauty in a world where she is often different.
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Zoe’s story shares how important representation, affirmation, and open discussion about identity and society are to growing girls. Zoe, thank you for sharing your story and for being such a great example to your younger sisters. We’re glad that Feminessay is a space where we can share, learn, and grow from each others’ experiences! #linkinbio
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#feminism #feminist #women #blackgirls #blackwomen #blackwoman #identity #beauty #may #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #tellblackstories #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #becoming #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

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Have you had a chance to check out the newest addition to Feminessay? Tiye wants to connect with readers on a more personal level, so check out her weekly recaps of @insecurehbo and personal pieces. This new space is open for readers to share and interact with Tiye in the comments. Check out here most recent post “How Am I Doing? A COVID 19 Check-In” #linkinbio
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#mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #covid #covıd19 #may #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #shareyourstory #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #blackartists #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl #editor

Have you had a chance to check out the newest addition to Feminessay? Tiye wants to connect with readers on a more personal level, so check out her weekly recaps of @insecurehbo and personal pieces. This new space is open for readers to share and interact with Tiye in the comments. Check out here most recent post “How Am I Doing? A COVID 19 Check-In” #linkinbio
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#mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawarenessmonth #covid #covıd19 #may #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #shareyourstory #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #blackartists #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl #editor

In her first piece for Feminessay, Afua shares her inner thoughts and questions prior to an interracial dating experience that never materialized.
Check out her full piece now on Feminessay! #linkinbio
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#feminism #feminist #women #dating #date #april #selflove #feminessay #writer #relationship #womanhood #questions #shareblackstories #shareyourstory #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #blackartists #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

In her first piece for Feminessay, Afua shares her inner thoughts and questions prior to an interracial dating experience that never materialized.
Check out her full piece now on Feminessay! #linkinbio
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#feminism #feminist #women #dating #date #april #selflove #feminessay #writer #relationship #womanhood #questions #shareblackstories #shareyourstory #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #blackartists #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

This is the reality for many women right now. Read @deeperthandesigner’s full essay on the site now! Link in bio.
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#women #children #calltoaction #covid #covıd19 #april #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #shareyourstory #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #blackartists #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl
#writers #blackwomenwriters #feminist #womanist #blackfeminist #feministwriting #blackfeministthought #thepersonalispolitical

This is the reality for many women right now. Read @deeperthandesigner’s full essay on the site now! Link in bio.
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#women #children #calltoaction #covid #covıd19 #april #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #shareyourstory #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #blackartists #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl
#writers #blackwomenwriters #feminist #womanist #blackfeminist #feministwriting #blackfeministthought #thepersonalispolitical

“Make no mistake, in times of turmoil, be it health related, economic, or political, women will always be hit the hardest.”
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Alexandra Jane shares a deep and thought-provoking piece about how the current COVID-19 health crisis disproportionately affects women all over the world. Check out her latest, “We’re all in this together, aren’t we?” on the website. #linkinbio
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#feminism #feminist #women #children #calltoaction #covid #covıd19 #aid #womenshistorymonth #march #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #shareyourstory #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #blackartists #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

“Make no mistake, in times of turmoil, be it health related, economic, or political, women will always be hit the hardest.”
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Alexandra Jane shares a deep and thought-provoking piece about how the current COVID-19 health crisis disproportionately affects women all over the world. Check out her latest, “We’re all in this together, aren’t we?” on the website. #linkinbio
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#feminism #feminist #women #children #calltoaction #covid #covıd19 #aid #womenshistorymonth #march #feminessay #writer #shareblackstories #shareyourstory #writerscommunity #power #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackwomen #blackartists #blackexcellence #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

InnoPsych x Feminessay

#Repost @innopsych
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We love Keisha's piece on @feminessay. We wanted to highlight this amazing woman during #womenshistorymonth because of her strong story. She truly embodies what is means to be resilient. Also, at a time where we really need to help one another, we love that Keisha shares what life is like as someone with a chronic disease. As you practice social distancing keep in mind Keisha's story. Read more on www.feminessay.com and you'll find Keisha's steps to getting your joy, peace and freedom back⠀
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#spoonie #spoonielife #musculardystrophy #autoimmunedisease #autoimmunewarrior #fashionblogger #fashionstudent #fashiondesigner #projectrunway #girlschronicallyrock #chronicillness #therapyworks #blackgirlhealing #caribbeanamerican #therapistofcolor #bostonmade #covid19

InnoPsych x Feminessay

#Repost @innopsych
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We love Keisha's piece on @feminessay. We wanted to highlight this amazing woman during #womenshistorymonth because of her strong story. She truly embodies what is means to be resilient. Also, at a time where we really need to help one another, we love that Keisha shares what life is like as someone with a chronic disease. As you practice social distancing keep in mind Keisha's story. Read more on www.feminessay.com and you'll find Keisha's steps to getting your joy, peace and freedom back⠀
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#spoonie #spoonielife #musculardystrophy #autoimmunedisease #autoimmunewarrior #fashionblogger #fashionstudent #fashiondesigner #projectrunway #girlschronicallyrock #chronicillness #therapyworks #blackgirlhealing #caribbeanamerican #therapistofcolor #bostonmade #covid19

InnoPsych x Feminessay
#Repost @innopsych
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Blessing’s piece, "February 17, 2018", reminds us that for black women, connection and prayer are coping skills that help us get through difficult moments. Sister circles, prayer circles, book clubs are all ways that WOC heal together. You can pray and ALSO go to therapy! Both work and both give you different ways of coping with depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions. Read more on @feminessay! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
#womenofcolor #womenofcolorentrepreneurs #womenshistorymonth #prayerandmeditation #blackwomentherapists #therapistsofinstagram #therapistsofcolor #findadoctor #therapyworks #latinodoctors #asiantherapist #immigrantsmakeamericagreat

InnoPsych x Feminessay
#Repost @innopsych
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Blessing’s piece, "February 17, 2018", reminds us that for black women, connection and prayer are coping skills that help us get through difficult moments. Sister circles, prayer circles, book clubs are all ways that WOC heal together. You can pray and ALSO go to therapy! Both work and both give you different ways of coping with depression, anxiety and other mental health conditions. Read more on @feminessay! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
#womenofcolor #womenofcolorentrepreneurs #womenshistorymonth #prayerandmeditation #blackwomentherapists #therapistsofinstagram #therapistsofcolor #findadoctor #therapyworks #latinodoctors #asiantherapist #immigrantsmakeamericagreat

InnoPsych x Feminessay

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Alie’s peice, “Sireines Uprising” beautfully reminded us about our support systems and the importance of sisterhood. We love how she spoke about “the power of flowing, crashing and rising”. Read the rest of her piece on @feminessay. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Remember: Silence, Shame and Solitude prevent us from seeking support and healing. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
#sisterfriend #feminessay #femaleentrepreneur #femaleempowerment #womenempowerment #womensupportingwomen #blackdoctors #blackexcellence #blackphd #dmv #nyctherapist #atltherapist #bostonlocal #cabinfever #womenshistorymonth #blackwomenthrive #nostigma #minoritymentalhealth

InnoPsych x Feminessay

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Alie’s peice, “Sireines Uprising” beautfully reminded us about our support systems and the importance of sisterhood. We love how she spoke about “the power of flowing, crashing and rising”. Read the rest of her piece on @feminessay. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
Remember: Silence, Shame and Solitude prevent us from seeking support and healing. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
#sisterfriend #feminessay #femaleentrepreneur #femaleempowerment #womenempowerment #womensupportingwomen #blackdoctors #blackexcellence #blackphd #dmv #nyctherapist #atltherapist #bostonlocal #cabinfever #womenshistorymonth #blackwomenthrive #nostigma #minoritymentalhealth

InnoPsych x Feminessay

#Repost @innopsych ・・・
@feminessay published Felicia’s beautiful piece titled “Letter to Future Partner”. We love how she was able to express herself. Writing a letter is a great way to help you identify your feelings that you’ve been holding about someone and your relationship with them. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
We invite you to try this and write a letter to someone you love. Express the thoughts and emotions you’ve been holding onto for a long time. You can choose to save that letter for yourself, send it to the person or submit your letter to @feminessay for publishing. Read the rest of Felicia’s piece on Feminessay.com. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
#feminessay #womenofcolor #woc #blacklove #lovestory #blackexcellence #fempreneur #therapistsofcolor #therapistsofinstagram #instatherapy #lovewins #kinkycurly #womensupportingwomen #wellnesswednesday #womenshistorymonth #writealetter #writersofinstagram #wellreadblackgirl

InnoPsych x Feminessay

#Repost @innopsych ・・・
@feminessay published Felicia’s beautiful piece titled “Letter to Future Partner”. We love how she was able to express herself. Writing a letter is a great way to help you identify your feelings that you’ve been holding about someone and your relationship with them. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
We invite you to try this and write a letter to someone you love. Express the thoughts and emotions you’ve been holding onto for a long time. You can choose to save that letter for yourself, send it to the person or submit your letter to @feminessay for publishing. Read the rest of Felicia’s piece on Feminessay.com. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
#feminessay #womenofcolor #woc #blacklove #lovestory #blackexcellence #fempreneur #therapistsofcolor #therapistsofinstagram #instatherapy #lovewins #kinkycurly #womensupportingwomen #wellnesswednesday #womenshistorymonth #writealetter #writersofinstagram #wellreadblackgirl

This #womenshistorymonth, we’re partnering with @innopsych to support our growing community of readers, writers, and followers by raising mental health awareness through an easy platform that connects you to therapists of color.

#Repost @innopsych
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@Feminessay is the premier writing, storytelling, and creative destination for Black women. Feminessay was born out of the lack of diversity represented in narratives of Black people, especially black women. We are teaming up with Feminessay for the rest of #WomensHistoryMonth. We'll be sharing some of the incredible stories published by Feminessay while also offering our take on each piece from a mental health point of view. Stay tuned! ⁣
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#shareyourstory #shareyourvoice #ourstories #feminessay #innopsych #womensupportingwomen #shareblackstories #blackartists #womenofcolor #findadoctor #therapyhelps #minoritymentalhealth #womenempowerment #melaninmagic #blackexcellence #tuesdaymotivation #youmatter #blackgirlwriting #blackwomen #womenwhowrite

This #womenshistorymonth, we’re partnering with @innopsych to support our growing community of readers, writers, and followers by raising mental health awareness through an easy platform that connects you to therapists of color.

#Repost @innopsych
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@Feminessay is the premier writing, storytelling, and creative destination for Black women. Feminessay was born out of the lack of diversity represented in narratives of Black people, especially black women. We are teaming up with Feminessay for the rest of #WomensHistoryMonth. We'll be sharing some of the incredible stories published by Feminessay while also offering our take on each piece from a mental health point of view. Stay tuned! ⁣
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#shareyourstory #shareyourvoice #ourstories #feminessay #innopsych #womensupportingwomen #shareblackstories #blackartists #womenofcolor #findadoctor #therapyhelps #minoritymentalhealth #womenempowerment #melaninmagic #blackexcellence #tuesdaymotivation #youmatter #blackgirlwriting #blackwomen #womenwhowrite

Happy International Women’s Day from the Feminessay Team!
We’re celebrating all of the women around the world who choose to live their lives without limits. Try new things, turn your ideas into action, and follow your heart to make your dreams a reality. Feminessay is here to support the creation and sharing of Black women’s stories and narratives in ways that remove limits and make space for YOUR voice to shine.
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#internationalwomensday #iwd #iwd2020 #instainternationalwomensday #instawomensday #instawomen #instawoman #instaladies #womensday #friday #fridaymood #weekendvibes #love #happy #ladies #woman #womenpower #girlpower #empoweringwomen #womenempoweringwomen #womenempowerment #womensupportingwomen #balanceforbetter #joy #womensrights #womenshealth #peace #together #goals #feminessay

Happy International Women’s Day from the Feminessay Team!
We’re celebrating all of the women around the world who choose to live their lives without limits. Try new things, turn your ideas into action, and follow your heart to make your dreams a reality. Feminessay is here to support the creation and sharing of Black women’s stories and narratives in ways that remove limits and make space for YOUR voice to shine.
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#internationalwomensday #iwd #iwd2020 #instainternationalwomensday #instawomensday #instawomen #instawoman #instaladies #womensday #friday #fridaymood #weekendvibes #love #happy #ladies #woman #womenpower #girlpower #empoweringwomen #womenempoweringwomen #womenempowerment #womensupportingwomen #balanceforbetter #joy #womensrights #womenshealth #peace #together #goals #feminessay

What books are YOU reading? Share your recommendations in the comments!

Repost @tiyenaeemahcort:

I love to read books of essays and memoirs because people’s stories make the world go round. I particularly focus on Black women’s stories because the art of the personal essay is something that we have used to share and teach through connection and separation at the same time. Our stories connect and distinguish us through perspective, honesty, and levels of comfort with speaking our minds. Our personal stories as Black women also separate us from conforming or molding our experiences to comfort every gaze. One piece of advice that Dr. McMillan-Cottom gave me was to ignore those other gazes. If I’m not writing for you, I should not be thinking about how you will receive my thoughts, words, and experiences while I do it. I love @tressiemcphd’s essays because they’re the perfect blend of empirical research and tellin’ it like it is without apology. Nobody can tell a Black woman’s story like a Black woman can tell her own, so whenever I get the chance to encourage us to share, it’s writing like Tressie’s that I recommend. She writes about HER Black body. She shares HER Black experience. And she shares HER OWN thoughts and questions about what it all means in our very imperfect society. What’s more? She supports @feminessay and how we seek to share, uplift, and center Black women and our stories in a space that continues to be intentionally and creatively crafted for us and by us since its creation. Read Thick, y’all. Read her essays, learn more about her experiences and your own, and allow yourself to be inspired to write and share your own stories with a meaningful audience.

What books are YOU reading? Share your recommendations in the comments!

Repost @tiyenaeemahcort:

I love to read books of essays and memoirs because people’s stories make the world go round. I particularly focus on Black women’s stories because the art of the personal essay is something that we have used to share and teach through connection and separation at the same time. Our stories connect and distinguish us through perspective, honesty, and levels of comfort with speaking our minds. Our personal stories as Black women also separate us from conforming or molding our experiences to comfort every gaze. One piece of advice that Dr. McMillan-Cottom gave me was to ignore those other gazes. If I’m not writing for you, I should not be thinking about how you will receive my thoughts, words, and experiences while I do it. I love @tressiemcphd’s essays because they’re the perfect blend of empirical research and tellin’ it like it is without apology. Nobody can tell a Black woman’s story like a Black woman can tell her own, so whenever I get the chance to encourage us to share, it’s writing like Tressie’s that I recommend. She writes about HER Black body. She shares HER Black experience. And she shares HER OWN thoughts and questions about what it all means in our very imperfect society. What’s more? She supports @feminessay and how we seek to share, uplift, and center Black women and our stories in a space that continues to be intentionally and creatively crafted for us and by us since its creation. Read Thick, y’all. Read her essays, learn more about her experiences and your own, and allow yourself to be inspired to write and share your own stories with a meaningful audience.

Sometimes when we write, we compare our writing to that of others. Take a tip from @jacqueline_woodson and “don’t worry about other people.” Share this post in your IG story to encourage someone to write and share their own story!
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Write for yourself, first and foremost. If you need a push to get writing, we’ve got you covered with our Feminessay Weekly Writing Prompts! 😊
Subscribe today on the homepage pop up at www.feminessay.com
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#feminessay #tuesday #tuesdaymotivation #wellreadblackgirl #write #writerslife #writerscommunity #writer #womenwriters #womenwhowrite #inspirationalquotes #inspiration #inspirational #habits #practice #jacquelinewoodson #feminessaywritingprompts #writingprompts #think #writing #shareblackstories #blackwomen #black #woc #poc #blackgirls

Sometimes when we write, we compare our writing to that of others. Take a tip from @jacqueline_woodson and “don’t worry about other people.” Share this post in your IG story to encourage someone to write and share their own story!
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Write for yourself, first and foremost. If you need a push to get writing, we’ve got you covered with our Feminessay Weekly Writing Prompts! 😊
Subscribe today on the homepage pop up at www.feminessay.com
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#feminessay #tuesday #tuesdaymotivation #wellreadblackgirl #write #writerslife #writerscommunity #writer #womenwriters #womenwhowrite #inspirationalquotes #inspiration #inspirational #habits #practice #jacquelinewoodson #feminessaywritingprompts #writingprompts #think #writing #shareblackstories #blackwomen #black #woc #poc #blackgirls

Pageants will often highlight a standard of physical beauty, but Feminessay also remembers and celebrates powerful messages.
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“Nothing is more important than taking up space...”- Zozibini Tunzi, Miss Universe 2019.
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@zozitunzi #missuniverse2019 #feminessay #monday #mondaymotivation #blackwoman #storytelling #blackwomenwriting #african #southafrica #writersofig #write #writers #blackgirlmagic #blackgirlsrock #melaninpoppin #blackwomen #femaleentreprenuer #blkcreatives #blackexcellence #bossbabes #blackfeminism #writercommunity #authorsofintagram #authors #blkcreative #melaninmagic

Pageants will often highlight a standard of physical beauty, but Feminessay also remembers and celebrates powerful messages.
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“Nothing is more important than taking up space...”- Zozibini Tunzi, Miss Universe 2019.
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@zozitunzi #missuniverse2019 #feminessay #monday #mondaymotivation #blackwoman #storytelling #blackwomenwriting #african #southafrica #writersofig #write #writers #blackgirlmagic #blackgirlsrock #melaninpoppin #blackwomen #femaleentreprenuer #blkcreatives #blackexcellence #bossbabes #blackfeminism #writercommunity #authorsofintagram #authors #blkcreative #melaninmagic

Inspiration is great, but what do you do when you can’t seem to find it anywhere?
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Subscribe to our FEMINESSAY Weekly Writing Prompt emails to work on developing a HABIT of writing. Work on ways to think like a writer even when you don’t feel like one in the moment. We’ve got you covered! 😊
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#feminessay #thursday #thursdaymotivation #write #writerslife #writerscommunity #writer #womenwriters #womenwhowrite #inspirationalquotes #inspiration #inspirational #habits #practice #octaviabutler #feminessaywritingprompts #writingprompts #think #writing #shareblackstories #blackwomen #black #woc #poc #blackgirls

Inspiration is great, but what do you do when you can’t seem to find it anywhere?
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Subscribe to our FEMINESSAY Weekly Writing Prompt emails to work on developing a HABIT of writing. Work on ways to think like a writer even when you don’t feel like one in the moment. We’ve got you covered! 😊
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#feminessay #thursday #thursdaymotivation #write #writerslife #writerscommunity #writer #womenwriters #womenwhowrite #inspirationalquotes #inspiration #inspirational #habits #practice #octaviabutler #feminessaywritingprompts #writingprompts #think #writing #shareblackstories #blackwomen #black #woc #poc #blackgirls

Have you heard of #NaNoWriMo? November is National Novel Writing Month, and people all over the globe are delving into their writing practice with dedication! How is your writing going? Let us know in the comments 😁
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We’re accepting submissions, so share your writing on Feminessay.com using our easy submission form. If you need a little help thinking of something to write about, we also have a growing Feminessay Weekly Writing Prompt club (subscribe through the homepage pop-up) to help you get some ideas flowing!
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#tuesday #acceptingsubmissions #feminessay #writerscommunity #blackwomen #woman #blackisbeautiful #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #africanamerican #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackgirlmagic #blackgirlsrock #myblackisbeautiful #blackwomen #journey #writer #blackexcellence #poetry #blackwriters #poets #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

Have you heard of #NaNoWriMo? November is National Novel Writing Month, and people all over the globe are delving into their writing practice with dedication! How is your writing going? Let us know in the comments 😁
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We’re accepting submissions, so share your writing on Feminessay.com using our easy submission form. If you need a little help thinking of something to write about, we also have a growing Feminessay Weekly Writing Prompt club (subscribe through the homepage pop-up) to help you get some ideas flowing!
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#tuesday #acceptingsubmissions #feminessay #writerscommunity #blackwomen #woman #blackisbeautiful #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #africanamerican #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackgirlmagic #blackgirlsrock #myblackisbeautiful #blackwomen #journey #writer #blackexcellence #poetry #blackwriters #poets #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

“I want to slide my fingers onto your periphery...”
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Melvina (@sangaykolu) shares her inaugural piece on Feminessay that taps into the scientific side of sensuality.
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Check our her poem for a fresh take on the exploration of Broca’s area! #linkinbio
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#science #sensuality #october #feminessay #writer #poet #poem #shareblackstories #shareyourstory #quote #qotd #writerscommunity #power #ireland #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackgirlmagic #blackwomen #blackartists #blackexcellence #poetry #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

“I want to slide my fingers onto your periphery...”
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Melvina (@sangaykolu) shares her inaugural piece on Feminessay that taps into the scientific side of sensuality.
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Check our her poem for a fresh take on the exploration of Broca’s area! #linkinbio
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#science #sensuality #october #feminessay #writer #poet #poem #shareblackstories #shareyourstory #quote #qotd #writerscommunity #power #ireland #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackgirlmagic #blackwomen #blackartists #blackexcellence #poetry #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

“I prayed for this.”
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Aisha shares an intimate experience with the Feminessay community in her latest addition to the site, “D”.
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Go read her short poem for a glimpse into the emotional response to a resolution. #linkinbio
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#pray #love #october #feminessay #writer #poet #divorce #shareblackstories #shareyourstory #quote #depression #qotd #writerscommunity #power #poetry #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackgirlmagic #blackwomen #blackartists #blackexcellence #poetry #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

“I prayed for this.”
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Aisha shares an intimate experience with the Feminessay community in her latest addition to the site, “D”.
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Go read her short poem for a glimpse into the emotional response to a resolution. #linkinbio
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#pray #love #october #feminessay #writer #poet #divorce #shareblackstories #shareyourstory #quote #depression #qotd #writerscommunity #power #poetry #storytelling #blackwoman #blackwomanwriter #blackwomenwriting #writersofig #write #writersofinstagram #blackgirlmagic #blackwomen #blackartists #blackexcellence #poetry #blackwriters #authorsofintagram #wellreadblackgirl

“Feels like I’m holding onto two mighty big things, when it comes to the Black man.”
Check out more of Mikhayla’s thoughts in her newest addition to Feminessay, “When We Hold the Sky.” #linkinbio
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#wednesday #wcw #feminessay #writerswednesday #blackmen #storytelling #faith #blackwomenwriting #afrolatina #afrocaribbean #african #africanamerican #writersofig #write #writers #blackgirlmagic #blackgirlsrock #melaninpoppin #blackwomen #femaleentreprenuer #blkcreatives #blackexcellence #bossbabes #blackfeminism #writercommunity #authorsofintagram #authors #blkcreative #melaninmagic

“Feels like I’m holding onto two mighty big things, when it comes to the Black man.”
Check out more of Mikhayla’s thoughts in her newest addition to Feminessay, “When We Hold the Sky.” #linkinbio
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#wednesday #wcw #feminessay #writerswednesday #blackmen #storytelling #faith #blackwomenwriting #afrolatina #afrocaribbean #african #africanamerican #writersofig #write #writers #blackgirlmagic #blackgirlsrock #melaninpoppin #blackwomen #femaleentreprenuer #blkcreatives #blackexcellence #bossbabes #blackfeminism #writercommunity #authorsofintagram #authors #blkcreative #melaninmagic

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