LIFEONAMAT is back this week with part II of my spine strengthening series! If you read part I, then you know about the benefits of taking care of and aligning your spine. Part ii will be a continuation of what we learned last month. If you want a challenge, then try my flow below!

The #dewydumpling by @namvo Is My Current Fav. She's Got Me Mixing and Making My Own Custom Products in My Bathroom!

But first things first, we need to get centered. Creating content requires you to consistently "Water the garden". It's vital to first practice extracting creative juices and then one must keep them flowing. So there's an art to it. You want to train the mind for stamina, longevity and patience. 

Being part pacific islander and part african american, I truly understand the intersection between cultures. And I also felt the pain that my parents endured. Growing up multiracial was a struggle.

This past month, we've been testing out some really cute colors from the china glaze chic physique spring collection!  They were so sweet to gift us the entire palette to try out and because of them, we've had the opportunity to reconnect and just gab like the  girly girls that we are.

Did you know that over 120 muscles are contained in the spine? Did you know that your spine has excellent memory? It also takes over 100 joints to provide a full range of motion! For years, I didn't really understand how to properly execute poses or backbends.

I like things that make me feel futuristic, like an anime character. I like masculine and feminine in one. Texture means more to me than trends. Subtle, timeless, and non-conforming.

When you've been let down, felt you weren't right or good enough, taken blows to your self-esteem, you realize that it's not a sustainable lifestyle to lie down and take it. That strong mindset and self-assurance came from the tunnel, and not the light. It's our downfalls that make up our strength and attitude. 

Black on black on black. I loved going up the stairs, each step reading inspirational lyrics from remy ma and fat joe. Inside the studio room, it's dim. Only lit by candles. It sets the mood for self improvement.

For all the skincare addicts out there, you know we've been on this jade-rolling rollercoaster for a few years now. I purchased my first jade roller in 2014 and I used it as a way to sort of contour out my face and for lymph node drainage. Around that time, I was consuming more alcohol and wanted to detox my skin on the weekends.

Today's post is a visual recap of my time in manhattan. I really enjoyed getting to run around the city and explore some great places to eat, learn, and work out. While I was on my way to ny, we got stuck in atlanta! But I had to make the most of it and navigate my trip around the time I had left. Life happens! It's a bunch of baguettes!

Spring is finally here! Omg, can I tell you something? I'm so stoked for this season because I get to see miguel next month and I can't wait to be outdoors again. I'll definitely be doing this look for the concert or maybe for date night! Yellow has been a popular color and I decided to buy in, so I chose colourpop to help with this look.

My guide is geared to help you incorporate cardio, challenge, and breath work. As you go through this mini series, please consider the spiritual focus. Designed to create a space for self compassion, my goal is to help you find stability and heart healing. 

To spruce things up a little, I plan to do a q&a so that my readers can get to know me a little more! I hope that my answers will give you a deeper look into who I am and how I define womanhood. And I'm doing it in my ivy park!

As a yoga instructor, I try to incorporate poses that really target the cardiovascular system and get the heart pumping. But I also want to encourage you to set intention during each practice. As you practice these poses, make room to open your heart chakra.

My whole m-o is about keeping it chill, classy, and originally you. Everyone want's the good brows, that mauve lip, sharp liner. It's time to graduate that look and get out your blush. Part of growing up is to reduce excessive spending on countless products. Part of growing up is working with what you've got. You wear the makeup, don't let it wear you.

Whether you're stepping out with the girls or going out with you're valentine, I have some sultry style inspo! Florals and crystal bralettes seemed super fun for the occasion. And for this year's lookbook, I added a q&a so you can get to know me a little more!

These are my favorite valentine's day products, especially because they're all pink! Perfect for a nice evening out. Follow this guide to get a good hydrated face, clean nails, and a good glow. 

Hey you guys! I know you all are getting your new year's off in the right direction. If not, then I have some really cool apps for you to try. They're really great motivators when you need a new fitness kick. 

About 4 years ago, I started tuning into dj grumble and after listening to some of his beats on the cloud. I loved the calm, happy, and matter of fact style he put out. After a while, I reached out and I became his first follower on the gram (never forget!). Then we ran into each other in dallas last year.