I look at my mother and I see extreme beauty. I say that not because she’s my mom, but because she undeniably is beautiful. Her rich cocoa skin is flawless. Even in her seventies, her wrinkles are minimal and she easily looks ten to fifteen years younger. Her forehead and cheekbones have a regal quality. Her smile [...]
Emelia Sam
360SOUL author speaker
February 16, 2013
At first, I thought the following posts would be a departure from what I usually write. However, the more I think about it, the more it seems highly appropriate to discuss these topics. The umbrella I work under is that of being a “work in progress.” To present myself as a work in progress is [...]
December 23, 2012
I just finished watching another inspiring LifeClass on OWN. Joel Osteen and Oprah discussed the power of your words and how that energy is carried out into what you manifest. I have always believed your words to be a declaration of what you manifest – intended or not Over the years, I’ve become very conscious of what [...]
December 23, 2012
256. Life is too short to hold grudges. Use your time & energy more wisely. 257. If you often find yourself in the same situation, check yourself-you’re the only constant. 258. The lenses you wear determine your vision. Assess the clarity. 259. If you bottle emotions, you explode or implode. Dispel the energy by calmly speaking [...]
December 23, 2012
251. Stop comparing your life to others. Put that energy into creating your own to your liking. 252. Until you are honest with yourself, happiness remains elusive. Tell the truth and discover joy. 253. As you grow through experience, belief modifies. Don’t let old beliefs keep you running in place. 254. Accountability is your path [...]
December 22, 2012
Today, I came across a blog post by an insightful twitter soul @LetHerBeGreater aka Michelle Madrid-Bran. It was entitled “Scars, Flaws, and All.” It was a beautiful read about accepting and celebrating our imperfections as they are all beautiful parts of who we are. It reminded of a reflection in my book, so I decided that it [...]
December 22, 2012
Decided to try a different medium. Audio. So here’s an excerpt from my book “I Haven’t Found Myself but I’m Still Looking.” It’s all about the limitations we place on ourselves. Needless limitations. Tell me about the ones that you have and more importantly, the ones you’ve overcome. Self Imposed Limitations (audio) “I Haven’t Found Myself…but [...]
July 27, 2012
Some days, I just can’t write at home. Yesterday was one of those days…or so I thought. I headed out to one of my newest writing spots, which usually takes less than twenty minutes to reach. I got into my car and headed out the usual route. Construction forced me along a slightly diverted path. [...]
