Grasie Mercedes had a successful career as a fashion stylist and beauty blogger before moving on to be a Producer at MTV Networks. The work behind the scenes was only the beginning of her journey in the entertainment industry. The Writer, Filmmaker, and Actress is an uber-talented Afro-Latina with film credits that include A CoVid […]
Life is unpredictable. Oftentimes, it feels like a long movie, where you are the lead among a cast of characters that either support or antagonize the conflict of your story. My narrative is continuously evolving, people come in and out of my life to help me with the lessons. The beauty of this thing called […]
The AW Confidential Podcast was created for people who want to be informed, as well as, entertained. Episodes will cover a variety of topics for men and women. Particularly, men who want to learn and educate themselves about matters that affect the women in their lives. The host, Yvette Bodden, and guests will discuss topics […]
What was the last book you read and more importantly, how did it make you feel? Books are one of the major inspirations in my life. The idea of getting lost in a story or awakened by a fresh perspective is exactly what I need at times. Summer is a great time to pick up […]
Quotes are powerful, used by millions to inspire greatness, healing, and change. Words have a purpose, they can empower, inspire, encourage, improve mood or lift spirits when despair and disappointment take hold of our hearts. Part of the beauty in a citation is its staying power. These live, well beyond the time written and used […]
Self-Awareness is one of the most valuable tools we have in the human tool shed. However, to reap full benefits we should do the work that helps shape and nurture our individuality. It is the gift that keeps on giving, once you get a grasp on the essence of your character. The ability to concentrate […]
Women have long-lived in censorship to accommodate the invisible rules society dictates as to how we speak, act and carry ourselves. Saving others from discomfort has been a constant mission, forcing many of us to exist in a quiet life filled with shame, embarrassment, or fear of been judged. The use of the word vagina […]
Tyler Perry‘s BET series “Sistas” follows a group of four women, as they find themselves and love while going through a series of ups and downs in relationships. Despite the ongoing merry-go-round of emotions, they survive personal ordeals by leaning on their circle of friendship. In a recent storyline for the show, Novi Brown’s character, […]
In October, Kara Goldin took part in a guest speaker series at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. The author of the book Undaunted has been making her rounds in the entrepreneurial world, inspiring women everywhere to go fearlessly after their dreams. The savvy businesswoman made the list of Forbes 40 Women to […]
During an age when a child’s only worry should be school, friends and enjoying their favorite pastime, Maria Trusa was dealing with an adult ordeal. At the age of 9, she was the victim of a violent sexual assault at the hands of an unconscionable and vicious man. The crime left scars that ran far […]