Understanding Us MGZ

13/10/2021

Doing things under the cloak of vengeful justice and justifying it with what was done to you is not okay. It's still a choice and shows weakness, not strength. What you do after wrong crosses your threshold is a direct reflection of who you really are. Never fall from grace by stooping to their level. Doing nothing is a powerful response. Just make sure they know that you're no fool and that you won't allow it to happen again. Now that's strength!

10/09/2021

Some will go a mile to help you achieve along with them and some will go a mile to drag you down too. Some will sit and watch until their time is right. Some will sit and judge. Some will share you with others. Some will cover you up to keep you from bypassing them. Some will celebrate you and some will talk you down. Some will look like a supporter but act like a hater. Some will be everything you need in a friend and some will be nothing. There are many inbetweens and situations may change. Relationships grow or can just as well drift apart. No one owes you anything but everyone should respect and do right by you. Determining who is right for you and who isn’t is a part of you doing right by yourself.

Be mindful of the company you keep. Make sure to figure out who’s really in your circle and adjust accordingly.

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02/09/2021

No is such a powerful word. Use it as often as needed. You have that right.

Saying no when you need to say no is a power that many struggle to possess. Many stretch themselves too thin and run the risk of exhaustion. Doing for others is always a great thing, but everyone must understand that it should not be done when it will cost you your peace, sanity, or health. That includes physical and mental health. You must be sound in the body and mind to effectively help another and not lose yourself in the process.

Remember, your "no" doesn't have to be indefinite. It can be temporary. You don't have to leave those that depend on you to fend for themselves. You do, however, must evaluate your capabilities and make sure that what you allow yourself to be a part of, does not pull from your productivity.

Anyone that takes your "no" when you must use that power, and turns it into a what-about-me-situation, doesn't deserve your "yes." Doing what is best for you should never feel like a chore. Guilt should never be a factor in whether you decide to put yourself first. Get out of the habit of putting everyone and everything over your wellbeing. Stop allowing others to have that power over your life and instead take your power back. Self-care isn't selfish. Not allowing others to do what they need to do for themselves is.

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01/09/2021

Stop allowing social media to validate everything. So what, they didn't like your post. So what, they didn't send you hearts. So what, they didn't share your business. So what, they didn't acknowledge your existence online. It's social media. A place to connect with people that want to engage with you and nothing more. Everyone doesn't engage on this app on a regular. Not all use it as their primary source of communication. People like myself are very active on some days and non-existent on others. I mostly use social media as a tool to showcase what I am doing. I rarely scroll and engage on a personal level with anyone on here. The ease of access to anyone on social media bothers me. I prefer to avoid it, but I know it is a valuable tool to reach the masses. Knowing that many won't engage, I post whether things get a response. I know they are still seen by who needs to see it. People will miss some of your posts or invitations. People will ignore things that they aren't interested in. People will simply not care about some things, and all is okay. No one owes you anything. Don't associate non-engagement with people being weird.

If you want someone to react to what you are doing, bring it to them directly and then get in your feelings if that is what you choose to do. But remember, unless you paid them, they owe you nothing. Appreciate those that support you and leave the rest to do what they do and do not stress out about it. I have lost so many friends because I don't engage on social media often. I don't dwell on it. My social media does not define any of my relationships unless someone makes it that way.

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30/08/2021

Why do we fear conversations about death?

Fearing death is normal, but acting like it can and won't happen, won't make it not happen. It's a part of life and we'll all face it one day. Knowing this, we have a few options on how we choose to live. You can live life on the edge, because what's the point in living if it isn't adventurous and risky? You can live life on defense and protect your bubble because you know it can burst at any moment if you don't. You also have the choice to use every day that you are blessed to have to live on purpose. Maybe even a little of all. Either way, make every day count.

is a fact and if you chose to live your life with intent and service, include talking about the things that are hard to speak on. Talk about the things most don't want to talk about. Share the things that most choose to keep to themselves. We hate to show our vulnerabilities, but someone somewhere needs to know that they are not going through things alone and that the storm will eventually end. We all face something at some point, and being able to say it out loud helps. So say it loudly and release the pinned-up emotions that are weighing you down.

Don't run from the truth. Understand it, prepare for it, but live out your life the way that makes you happy and that gives you peace.

Understand your purpose, and live in it vivaciously!

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28/08/2021

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28/08/2021

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28/08/2021

Welcome to a world of understanding. Understanding who we are, what part we play in this universe, and what we can do to leave this world better than how it was when we came into it. With this magazine, we plan to remove the stigmas within the black community that keeps us stagnate. We also plan to share experiences and expertise on anything that will add value to our lives. Whether that be related to business or personal matters, health and wealth, or just simple community outreach, we welcome you to join in on the conversation.

28/08/2021