Book N Candle by Imanileo

14/11/2023

Every day is a new beginning, a chance to start fresh and create the life you want.

30/01/2023

Eight years together. 2 1/2 kids later. Two years married today 🥂 Happy Anniversary to my best friend 😘🎉 I love you, handsome.
♾️Always & Forever ♾️

24/01/2023

After a longer-than-expected but needed Holiday Hiatus, the Falling Paper Planes podcast is back in action! 🎙️💃🎙️💃
The last two episodes of Falling Paper Planes season two will go live SOON🎙️🎙️
Cheers to rest, healing, and storytelling 🥂

02/01/2023

A New Year.
A New Week.
A New Day to relax, breathe, let go, and live in the moment. 💙 Forget about the new year resolutions and focus on being the best version of yourself every day God blesses you with a new day 😌🙏🏽

09/12/2022

In two weeks, Falling Paper Planes podcast season TWO has roughly doubled its subscribed listeners and plays!! I’m super excited about this, especially as someone who’s created this project all by myself with a very, very small budget. 🎊🎉

Only TWO more episodes are left this season, and I’m already working on other projects for this storyline. If you haven’t listened to my Audio Drama Fiction podcast, it’s available now on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts. 🔗 Link in bio 🔗

08/12/2022

Have you signed up for our weekly newsletter?? 👀🗞️Sign up and get weekly updates on new podcast episodes and other stories and projects in the works! 🔗LINK IN BIO🔗

07/12/2022

✨An audio drama fiction podcast✨
Falling Paper Planes Podcast - Season 1, Episode 5 📃

02/12/2022

Happy Friday! 😘

01/12/2022

Falling Paper Planes Podcast - Season 1, Episode 3 📃

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🚨PS. Have you signed up for our newsletter? 📰🗞️When you sign up you’ll gain access to exclusive short stories written by Imanileo, updates about other projects, and new podcast episode alerts! Link in bio!

28/11/2022

Episode 4 releases tomorrow! Have you started listening to Falling Paper Planes yet?

23/11/2022

I used to get so angry about the trials I'd been through in my life. Now, I accept my story and use my experiences to better shape me as a writer and individual. I hope you find a way to channel your hardships into triumphs. Happy Hump Day! 😊

22/11/2022

🚨Reminder🚨A new episode of Falling Paper Planes releases tonight as 6 PM EST 🎉

21/11/2022

Serving pregnant 🤰🏽 belly on this fine Monday morning 😉

19/11/2022

6 more days until the day after Thanksgiving 🎉 AKA 6 more days until the day we decorate for Christmas 🎄🎅🏾🎄🎅🏾😃

18/11/2022

As a queen of Procrastination, I must constantly remind myself to put forth the effort every day. 😹 Happy Friday

17/11/2022

I'm taking my journey as a fiction writer one day at a time. I'm so horrible with being patient, so I must constantly remind myself of this. 🗓

16/11/2022

Falling Paper Planes Podcast - Season 1, Episode 6 📃

15/11/2022

Quote of the day:
"Deep down, we all want to feel as though we’re desired, wanted, or cared for by someone, even if it’s for a few moments."
- Haley Isla Burrows
(Falling Paper Planes Podcast)

🚨Reminder 🚨 A new episode of Falling Paper Planes releases tonight at 6 PM EST 😅

10/11/2022

Quote of the day:
"With his last moan, he gently tugged at me so he could release elsewhere, but I refused. I stayed put, sucking up the last glorious moment of just being a girl pleasing a boy."
- Haley Isla Burrows
(Falling Paper Planes Podcast)

09/11/2022

Have you signed up for the newsletter? With new podcast episodes releasing every Tuesday for the next couple of weeks, you can be notified immediately when a new episode is published! 🔗 in bio!

And if you haven't checked out the narrative drama podcast, Falling Paper Planes, you can listen for free now through Spotify, Apple Podcast, and other platforms! Happy Listening, and don't forget to subscribe 😘

09/11/2022

🚨The first episode of Falling Paper Planes season TWO went live last night 🎉🎉 🔗link in bio!! 🔗

Falling Paper Planes is a narrative drama podcast that follows the main character, Luna, with an alias of “Haley Isla Burrows.” Haley starts a prostitution ring with the hopes of paying her college tuition.

We meet Haley right when she falls for a client and is in the middle of life or death drama with her co-owners, Ty and Bel.

🗣️ PS. This podcast contains explicit content. So please be cognitive about when and where you listen 😉 🗣️🗣️

📌A new episode of Falling Paper Planes will go live every Tuesday for the next six weeks at 6 PM EST 📌

Happy Hump Day 🐪
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02/11/2022

Falling Paper Planes Podcast - Season 1, Episode 7 📃

PS. The first episode of Falling Paper Planes season TWO releases next Tuesday, the 8th of November 🎙️🚨

01/11/2022

✨STORY-TIME✨
✒️Title: “The Wiz of Oz: The Version You Didn’t Know You Needed”
✒️ Featuring: The Browns
✒️ Story: Once upon a time, there was a beautiful woman named Dorothy who searched the magical kingdom of Oz to find the all-powerful Wizard Oz. She had hoped the wizard could send her back to her realm so that she could return home. To her surprise, she and the Wizard fell madly in love, so she decided to stay in the land of Oz.

Together, they created two beautiful daughters with very distinct personalities. The first daughter, the witch, grew green with every witty comment she made. The second daughter, the scarecrow, was tough and mischievous on the outside but sensitive and docile on the inside.

Oz and Dorothy thought their family was complete until they had a little too much fun with Oz’s enticing wizard staff and created a mini Oz. Now, they’re waiting patiently for the arrival of their third child, a baby boy. 👶🏽

THE END. 😂

For more stories, follow Imanileo

28/10/2022

Friday Mood 🗣️
“Loving yourself starts with liking yourself, which starts with respecting yourself, which starts with thinking of yourself in positive ways.”

28/10/2022

Taking care of your health is always essential, not only while unwell. Mastering self-care fundamentals—including how to nourish your body, manage your emotions, exercise regularly, and give yourself a break when needed—can help you live a fulfilling life. 🗣️💕

26/10/2022

I believe learning to flow with the ever-changing experiences in life is key to prospering peacefully. After interviewing Zakiyatt ( ), owner of Hello Juicy ( ), I feel she shares a similar belief. Check out the full interview on the blog! 💻💕

06/10/2022

Long Post 🚨
Around my daughter's first birthday in June, I began actively tending to her hair because she was (in my opinion) old enough to start wearing a scarf at night. At that time, the back and sides of her hair were very faint and thin from breakage. Now, her hair is filling out and getting a bit of length.

My maintenance process 🟰 Shampooing roughly once a week, moisturizing with body butter right after shampooing, and letting it air dry ➕ refreshing with water & hair oil throughout the week when it’s drying or over-frizzy ➕ putting a scarf on her head every night.

I’m very big on letting a child’s hair be until it’s visibly mature and strong enough for manipulation. My firstborn wore a curly-fro for the first 2-3 years of her life, and I was ADAMANT about people leaving it be. Now, her hair is longer and healthier than mine. I’m doing the same with this little one of mine.

Here are 3️⃣ benefits of moisturizing your hair with body butters:

1️⃣ Body butter's vitamins (A & E) protect hair like they do skin.
2️⃣ Body butter's fatty acids can help strengthen hair follicles and decrease hair loss when massaged into the scalp.
3️⃣ Body butter's anti-inflammatory qualities can alleviate dry, itchy scalp.

BONUS: Body butter adds oil and hydration to unruly curly hair. This tames and softens curls.

29/06/2022

As a farewell to this Month’s series on “Burnout,” I got to interview Simoine Kenya (), the owner of 💕🎉
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“Actions speak louder than words, and at some point, it has to be more than talk!” Says Simoine when talking about the song that helps her to feel empowered. And ironically, her interview details a journey guided by the empowerment of family and compassion for others.
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Read the entire convo on the Supporting You! Corner Blog!! 💻 https://supportingyouskin.care/supporting-you-corner-blog/simoine-kenya-interview

24/06/2022

I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Tabitha A. Lowry, ND, MS, as part of our series about “Burnout.”

When asked about a song that most influences her, she noted one of her favorite songs, “Dedication,” by Nipsey Hussle. “In the song, he stated, “dedication, hard work, plus patience,” which has been the recipe for my success. I learned that I have to be dedicated and disciplined to achieve my goals and honor my highest self,” Dr. Tabitha details.
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Dr. Tabitha A. Lowry, ND, MS, is a naturopathic + integrative medicine physician with a strong passion for women’s health, functional endocrinology, and community medicine.
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Read our full conversation on the Supporting You! Corner Blog 💻

https://supportingyouskin.care/supporting-you-corner-blog/dr-tabitha-a-lowry-interview

I had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Tabitha A. Lowry, ND, MS, as part of our series about “Burnout.” Dr. Tabitha A. Lowry, ND, MS, is a naturopathic + integrative medicine physician with a strong passion for women’s health, functional endocrinology, and community medicine.  She

22/06/2022

“No matter the path people take, the majority usually find themselves on the other side of their issues. I believe that’s because everyone is different. The process of healing, taking care of yourself, and finding joy are all different for each individual. And this point is addressed a lot throughout the interview with Daniel De Los Santos, owner of Clear View Bookkeeping, LLC .”

- Imanileo
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I personally am excited to have done this interview because it was with the first male participant in this Burnout Series for the Supporting You! Corner Wellness Magazine.

Connecting with men willing to share their mental, social, and emotional well-being journey has been challenging. These conversations are essential in the male community, especially in minority communities. So, if you know a male who’d be willing to partake in these convos as a way to bring more exposure to mental, social, and emotional well-being amongst men, please message or @ me 💕💕

Read the rest of our convo on the Supporting You! Corner Blog! 💻 https://supportingyouskin.care/supporting-you-corner-blog/daniel-de-los-santos-interview

17/06/2022

I got to speak with for our Corner Convos about Burnout and boy, she shared some deep stuff! 😅😮‍💨
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At the start of the interview, Adia immediately explained the meaning of her name, which means “a gift from God” in Swahili, and how her name has guided her throughout her journey.

I related to this because my name, Imani, means “faith” in Swahili, and it, too, has been a guiding force in my journey. And just like myself, Adia’s name kept her moving forward despite growing up around violence, abuse, and other traumatic experiences.

Read more of our convo on the Supporting You! Corner Blog: https://supportingyouskin.care/supporting-you-corner-blog/adia-louden-interview

14/06/2022

I had the pleasure of interviewing , for this month’s Corner Convos on Burnout. 🤗
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I strongly believe those who are not afraid to face their emotions are some of the most strong individuals around. It takes courage to face your true self in the mirror, and Morgan displayed that type of strength when talking about her history in this interview.

Morgan was born and raised in the metro Atlanta area. These last seven years, she has grown her own small business as a hairstylist. She recently opened her salon loft, Styles by Morgan, a dream she had always envisioned since the beginning of her career.

Read the rest of our convo on the Corner Blog 💻📲

10/06/2022

Remember where you want to be and do what it takes to get you there. Happy Friday 💕

10/06/2022

This month, I’m going to be sharing content and talking consistently about Burnout. I had the pleasure of interview Elle Cole, , for this month’s Corner Convos.
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Elle Cole empowers moms and advocates for children with sickle cell disease. She is a mom of twin daughters, one of whom is living with Sickle Cell and Type 1 Diabetes. In 2020 she was awarded the Advocating for Another WEGO Health award. She is the author of A Sickle Cell Coloring Book for Kids, ABCs of Sickle Cell, and The Ultimate Sickle Cell Activity Book. She is a writer, speaker, and Podcast Producer. Her website CleverlyChanging.com discusses wellness, personal finance, and parenting.

Read our full convo on the Supporting You! Corner Blog. https://supportingyouskincare.squarespace.com/supporting-you-corner-blog/elle-cole-interview

08/06/2022

The first article on Supporting You! Corner Blog went live today.🚨
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Real self-care is more than aesthetically pleasing trends. It’s taking care of yourself like you take care of everyone else. Stress is related to many health problems, and taking care of yourself is an essential step in mitigating stress in your life.

Click the link below to read and learn how to spot signs of burnout, causes of burnout (like stress), and how to recover from burnout. 💻📲

Read the article here: https://supportingyouskin.care/supporting-you-corner-blog

16/05/2022

Mondays 😮‍💨

10/05/2022

And just like that, I added “dog mom” to my resume 🐶 PLUTO BROWN everyone 👋🏽

21/04/2022

Messy hair + wrinkled shirt = my life as a mom. But damn I make it look good 🤷🏽‍♀️

15/04/2022

Showing face on this beautiful Friday afternoon 🌸

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