Butterflies, one of my favorite songbirds who the world hasn’t heard from in years recently released new music. Check out India.Arie’s new song That Magic. What do you think? Also, what are some of your favorite India.Arie songs?
My favorite lyrics from this track...
“The way he touches me, so spiritual”
“He’s a brainiac and he makes me laugh”
“Everything about this man is made especially for me”
Butterflies, this song was actually released a few months ago but since today is World Suicide Prevention Day I thought I would share one of my favorite songs of this year. “In My Blood” is a featured track on “Shawn Mendes”, the self-titled third studio album by Canadian singer Shawn Mendes. On the track Shawn sings about struggles with anxiety and being overwhelmed which is something that many of us also struggle with daily. Check out the track below:
My Favorite Lyrics on this Track:
“Help me, it's like the walls are caving in.”
“Sometimes I feel like giving up but I just can't, it isn't in my blood”
“Laying on the bathroom floor, feeling nothing”
“I'm overwhelmed and insecure, give me something I could take to ease my mind”
“Just have a drink and you'll feel better, Just take her home and you'll feel better”
“Keep telling me that it gets better, Does it ever?”
“No medicine is strong enough”
“Someone help me, I'm crawling in my skin”
“I'm trying to find a way to chill, can't breathe”
What do you think about the song? What do you do when you’re feeling overwhelmed or anxious?
September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day which is observed annually during National Suicide Prevention Week. Today is the first day of National Suicide Prevention Week and I started the week by sitting in the car trying my hardest to hold back tears as I listened to the two hour long 2018 I’m Listening Podcast hosted by BJ Shea of KISW in Seattle alongside Dr. Ursula Whiteside of Now Matters Now. The discussion is meant to raise awareness to the suicide epidemic and hopefully lift some of the stigma associated with mental illness.
During the discussion listeners were able to call in and share their stories and several celebrities and healthcare providers voiced their support of raising awareness to the mental health crisis. Halestorm’s Lzzy Hale talked about launch of the #RaiseYourHorns Mental Health Campaign she started following the death of Huntress’s lead singer Jill Janus. Olympian Michael Phelps and singer Alessia Cara were panelists and they both shared their personal struggles with anxiety and depression. Michael Phelps also shared that he uses Talkspace in addition to seeing his therapist and Alessia Cara also talked about the 2017 song by rapper Logic, “1-800-273-8255” (Suicide Prevention Hotline) which she was featured on along with Khalid.
The entire podcast was relatable, tips on how to cope with anxiety/depression and how to ask for help during your dark times were shared throughout the segment, as well as tips on how to be a good listener to someone struggling with anxiety and depression. Check out the podcast here.
Hey Butterflies. Texas fashion designer Kendra Scott designs some of the most beautifully unique pieces of jewelry that I’ve seen in a long time and since I stan the color black and everything Texas, I thought I share my favorite black pieces from Kendra Scott.
Also, check out my list of birthday discounts & freebies for more details on how to save on your next Kendra Scott purchase.
Earrings: Lady Gunmetal Stud Earrings In Black Drusy
Bracelet: Stan Adjustable Chain Bracelet In Black Drusy
Necklace: Leanor Pendant Necklace In Black Drusy
Nail Polish: Black Onyx Nail Lacquer
This place has been on my “to experience” list for a very long time and I finally made it happen. Saint Arnold Brewery is located near downtown Houston; when we first arrived we kind of just walked around and checked out the place…it’s huge. There’s indoor and outdoor seating, a beer garden, an outdoor big screen for sports fans, outdoor games, a banquet hall for hosting events and of course the brewery tours.
