The Real BR

The journey of a young professional, world citizen...enthusiastically growing and becoming.

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But the other side is going to be EPIC! https://www.instagram.com/p/BpNDOudBQge/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ywl2ujz7aycv

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But the other side is going to be EPIC! https://www.instagram.com/p/BpNDOudBQge/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1m24xhumiidtn

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Check out my buddy, Karen today, 4 pm PT/ 7 PM ET. Join Desiree Peterkin Bell & me for Racy Conversations on Facebook Live on why women must unite- and the ways white women need to grow in order to make unity possible. Desiree is initiating the Live so follow her to join from her page. #purposenotposition #unitewomen #endracism #racyconversations

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I asked the universe for a mentor to guide me to the next phase of my life. I not only ended up with one of the most boss women in the business, but I got a life coach and a wonderful group of sister entrepreneur friends in the process. We are #WorldChangersForever! #MyGrowth #OperationGrowth #WatchMeWork (at San Diego, California)

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Rolling into the weekend on Bey-cay like...⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ( #📷 @beysourcee )⠀ ⠀ #ambitiouswomen #blackgirlboss #blackgirlmagic #blackgirlpower #blackgirlsblog #blackgirlsrock #blackgirlswhoblog #brandirrichard #girlboss #motivation #motivational #motivationalpost #motivationalquote #motivationalquotes #motivationalspeaker #motivationalspeaking #motivationblog #motivationday #motivationiskey #motivationoftheday #motivationquote #LoveOnTop #womenentrepreneurs #womenwhohustle #instagramblogger⠀

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#HopeThisHelps * * * * * * #Petty #PettyWap #MoralMonday #ambitiouswomen #blackgirlboss #blackgirlmagic #blackgirlpower #blackgirlsblog #blackgirlsrock #blackgirlswhoblog #brandirrichard #girlboss #motivation #motivationalquote #motivationalspeaker #motivationalspeaking #motivationblog #motivationday #motivationiskey #personalgrowth #womenentrepreneurs #womenwhohustle #instagramblogger #success #inspiration #mindset #hustle #successful #leader #bosslady #girlpower #empoweringwomen #womenempowerment

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So there was this day in New Orleans when I spied a 🐍 winding around a man after a woman allowed herself to be draped by one. An adventurer at heart, I wasn’t scared. I did remember hearing that snakes carried germs which are detrimental to the health of humans. So much so, that humans should immediately wash their hands after handling them. Not to mention, who is going to save me if this snake chokes me out?! So, I decided that Bourbon Street was not the time or place to test my ability to manage a snake. In life, we are presented with opportunities that may or may not be ideal based on where we are in our lives at the time. It’s okay to wait for another opportunity to present itself, when circumstances are optimal. In fact, it’s wise to do so. Being able to distinguish when to do and not to do something is a sign of maturity and growth. So, this is 🤔.... Make Good Choices for You Monday! 😁 📷: @ankh_babe #OperationGrowth #HopeThisHelps #MondayMotivation #BoldMoves #SnakesOnAPlane #Grown #BlackGirlMagic #Motivation #GirlBoss #Maturity (at Bourbon Street, French District)

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I’ll never forget #SandraBland Three years ago today, she was found dead in her cell after a routine traffic stop and thee days in a Waller County, Texas jail. Every time I get pulled over by the police, I cry. Even if I make it through the stop, without breaking down, I just do. Three days ago, I was stopped. #Ironic We have a responsibility to remember and do our part for women who are perceived as mouthy and worthy of tighter handcuffs, jail time, and the general lack of care and concern that would automatically given to any “other” woman during a police interaction. We are STRONG and VULNERABLE at the same time. #SayHerName #SupportYourSisters #Repost @mumufresh ・・・ Please #REPOST this short clip from our #TinyDesk performance of the song “Say My Name” (a tribute to #sandrabland ) from the #VintageBabies album. Full performance available in the bio link @abby1ill @djdummy @rayshunlamarr @rayangry @greenviolinist @mumufresh @nprmusic #melanin #blackgirlmagic @common @theroots @recordingacademy @blackthought #blackthought #theroots #mumufresh #npr #femcee #audacityofhope #hope #2018 #naturalhair #vintage #handsup #blackexcellence #women #rights #justice #thevintagebabies

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Look who I found! We are so proud of @mymerriweather and all of her accomplishments as Seattle Affiliate CEO...there have been two from our last leadership team! #Proud #Talented #WeGotNow (at California Science Center)

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Trying to get my makeup like @htqueen97 showed me how. #Southern #Lady #OperationGrowth 😊 (at New Orleans, Louisiana)

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I haven’t visited NOLA if I don’t stop by Brennan’s. #Foodie #BananasFoster (at Brennan's Restaurant)

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Me and B. #EssenceFestival2018 (at New Orleans, Louisiana)

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Suzette and I after I can’t remember how many years! She taught me how to wear my first hat and handmade it!!!! She’s still out here doing her thing, so I had to grab another one! Also check out my friend Aziz and their fly clothes and jewelry designs! All these folks remember me when I was selling Sacred Aroma products. It was so wonderful to be able to share my dollars and support with them! #BuyBlack #LookFly #SacredAroma (at New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center)

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Your first name is Free, last name is Dom. 🎶 Use it wisely. #IndependenceDay #4thofJuly

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OMG!!!!!! I have heard this quote ALL of my life! Daddy, this one’s for you! That blood has been the reason I’ve had to exhibit high moral fortitude, exemplary character, perseverance, hard work, and on, and on, and on. 😊 #DadsRock #Repost @operationgrowth ・・・ "Girl, you got Richard blood in you." - Michael Richard. Sometimes to be reminded of who you are! #operationgrowth #chapter7 #growingthroughsuccessandentrepreneurship www.operationgrowth.com #ambitiouswomen #blackgirlboss #blackgirlmagic #blackgirlpower #blackgirlsblog #blackgirlsrock #blackgirlswhoblog #brandirrichard #girlboss #motivation #motivational #motivationalpost #motivationalquote #motivationalquotes #motivationalspeaker #motivationalspeaking #motivationblog #motivationday #motivationiskey #motivationoftheday #motivationquote #successfulwomen #successful #womenentrepreneurs #womenwhohustle #instagramblogger

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It’s July! In Chapter 7 of my book, I talk about some of the same lessons I’m using right now at yet another successful point In my life that require me to use my skills in a very different way to graduate from the lesson... Last month was about relationships, this month is about success and they both coincide with my current growth journey and sometimes struggle. God must have a sense of humor, because I am reminded of how I made it over before as I deal with my new and recurring devils. 🤨😅🤣 Nonetheless, I hope my growth helps you. For quotes and updates from chapter 7, follow @operationgrowth. #Repost @operationgrowth ・・・ Well, well, well...success doesn’t mean everything will go well. In fact, it often means the exact opposite. New levels, new devils about sums it up. Success is just the beginning of the new plateau you’ve been placed on. While there, you will have to climb again to your next level of growth. And I know from experience, there will be scrapes and falls along the way. I do know that you never achieve a new height that you aren’t already able to handle. You just have to figure it out. You’ve got all the pieces, you just have to put them together. With the help of the Creator and trusted advisors, you can get to the next level (and begin again). When you add entrepreneurship to this mix, and the uncertainty that comes with believing in yourself and your creation while broke, you sure have yourself some MAJOR GROWTH! That’s what Chapter 7 is all about. #OperationGrowth #Chapter7 #GrowingThroughSuccessandEntrepreneurship

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JOHN MACK wasn’t just a mentor, confidante, and father-like figure to so many of us who decided to assume the fight for civil rights as our own. He was elegant and scrappy, indignant about what was right and fair, and seasoned so much in the Justice work that he dropped wisdom as he walked. I know we couldn’t have him forever, but I’m honored to have worked with him while we were all blessed to have him here on earth. John Mack was a force of nature. Praying for his family and friends that he loved so much and hoping we take our little portion of his strength into our work for JUSTICE, NOW. Rest in power! ✊🏽#ICON #LA #NUL #LAUL (at Los Angeles, California)