Bria Barrows
God first. Friend. Encourager.
Since When Are You Not Allowed To Identify As A Black Woman Even Though You Are Biracial?
We can never be better if there is hate within our own circle.
If You Find Yourself Mourning Lost Friendships, Here’s How To Find Closure For Good
You will hurt for a while and feel offended, but I promise you, you will get over this hurt and heal and learn through your lost friendships that the ones who are truly meant to stay, will not leave your side and will be there with you whether you are doing well or not.
When True Love Comes, Please Remember You Deserve It
You deserve it because you have fought for years to get the attention of men who don’t deserve the time of day.
Ladies, In 2018 Let’s Stop Treating Each Other As Competition
You don’t have to compare, compete, or hold meaningless feelings of jealousy towards other women. You can shine, win and slay together.
Here’s Why Mental Health Needs To Be Discussed In Every Black Household
I want us to actually get to a point where mental illness in the Black community isn’t a shock or a surprise to anyone at all. I want us to get to a point where it is simply viewed an overall health issue.
Just So You Know, Where You Are In Life Does Not Define Who You Are
You are human, a human being who is still growing and evolving into who you need to be, and where you are in life should not determine your worth.
You Are Not Invincible
I truly believe that the more you go through in life, the better you become as a person. Because often, especially as millennials, we have this tendency to worry about the most minuscule things ever.
I Don’t Want You To Be In Love Unless It Looks Like This
I want you to wait for the guy that adores you. I want him to stare at you like you are the most beautiful woman in the world, but the stare actually makes you believe it.
This Is Why We Need To Be More Open About Taking Medication For Mental Illness
Please, save your life and your mental health by being informed.
Suicidal People Don’t Want To Die, They Just Want The Pain To Stop
They want to live so desperately, but they can’t seem to find a way to. They feel like they have exhausted all their options and the pain they are experiencing is well beyond them.
An Open Letter To Anyone Suffering From Mental Illness
I want you to know that I see you
I want you to know that you matter
22 Reasons You Should Always Keep Your Forever Friends Close
They will remind you over and over again of your progress and how much you are loved
Date The Guy Who Has Seen You At Your Worst
Date him because he’s not after you only when times are good, but is willing to stick with you when the storm hits.
Depression Has Made Me Afraid Of Ever Allowing An S/O To See Me At My Worst
I’m at a point today where I don’t allow my depression to define me, but its major symptoms, such: as mood swings, anxiety; difficulty accomplishing minor tasks, sometimes makes me feel weak as a person.
22 Little Life Reminders We All Need To Remember
Stop expecting everyone to like you.
To Those With Depression, You Are Stronger Than You Think
You are a whole person beyond your battle.