Black Girl Heal is a reader-supported site. When you visit or purchase through links on the site, we may receive a commission. Hello, my beautiful sisters. Let’s talk about discipline—because let’s be real, motivation is not enough. Motivation comes and goes. Some days, you wake up feeling unstoppable. Other days? You…
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Why You Should Audit Your Life
Let’s talk about something we rarely take the time to do—auditing our lives. We audit businesses, we check our bank statements, we review our diets, but when was the last time you sat down and really took stock of your life? The truth is, without regular check-ins, we can end…
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5 Daily Habits to Help You Focus on Your Goals
Let’s be real—staying focused on your goals is not easy. Life is full of distractions, responsibilities, and unexpected obstacles that pull you in a thousand directions. Some days, you’re motivated and ready to take on the world. Other days, you can barely find the energy to get through your to-do…
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How to Stop Being Lazy in 2025
Let’s be honest—there are days when you have every intention of getting things done, but somehow, you just don’t. You wake up saying, “Today is the day!” but then… the couch looks too comfortable, your phone keeps pulling you in, or you convince yourself you’ll start tomorrow. And before you…
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How to Work on Your Goals When You’re Barely Scraping By
I know what it feels like to want more for yourself while struggling just to get through the day. The bills are due, the stress is high, and chasing your goals can feel like a luxury when you're just trying to survive. But let me tell you something: your dreams…
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Why What You Eat Affects Your Productivity
Have you ever had a day where you just couldn’t focus, no matter how hard you tried? Maybe you started strong in the morning, but by mid-afternoon, your energy was completely drained. Or perhaps you felt sluggish all day, struggling to get even the simplest tasks done. Well, sis, what…
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The Art of Saying No Without Explaining Yourself
Let’s start today with a simple but powerful truth: No is a complete sentence. Yes, you heard me right. You don’t owe anyone an explanation for protecting your time, energy, or boundaries. Yet, how many of us feel the need to soften our “no” with excuses or over-explaining? It’s like…
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How to Use Soft Decluttering to Re-Focus on Your Goals
Have you ever looked around your home and felt drained by the clutter? Maybe it’s the pile of papers on your desk, clothes spilling out of your closet, or kitchen counters that have vanished under a sea of “stuff.” Sisters, our physical environments are deeply connected to our mental and…
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How to Say No to Things That Don’t Support Your Goals
Let’s talk about one of the hardest yet most powerful words in our vocabulary: No. Sometimes, it feels easier to say yes—to avoid disappointing others, to feel included, or to avoid confrontation. But, my sisters, every time you say yes to something that doesn’t align with your goals, you’re saying…
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Wondering Where Time Went? Here’s How to Find Time to Work Toward Your Goals
Let me ask you something: have you ever reached the end of the day and thought, “Where did all my time go?” You had big plans to make progress toward your goals, but somehow, the hours slipped away. Sis, you’re not alone. Time is one of our most valuable resources,…