Lisa Renee Yoga & Wellness

Self-care looks different for everyone. Today, mine looked like taking time for myself at Lady Sammy in College Park, Md.

Not only does she provide excellent, professional service, but her space is immaculate, welcoming, and the waxing process is surprisingly gentle and nearly painless. You can truly tell she cares deeply about her work and her clients.

I’m also especially proud to support her because she is a successful graduate of our high school — a beautiful example of a Black woman entrepreneur making an impact right here in our community.

Representation matters. Excellence matters. Supporting local Black-owned businesses matters. 🤎

Huge thank you to Bridgit and Tracey of  for such a freeing, creative, soulful, and inspiring journal session. ✨

The space you created allowed us to reflect, express ourselves, and reconnect through creativity and intention. Thank you for sharing your gifts and pouring so much positive energy into the experience. 💛📖🎶

It’s nice to be appreciated by your staff 🌷

61 🌞 | February 10

Today I chose quiet over noise.
Stillness over spectacle.
Presence over pace.

I spent my birthday in a contemplative, soul-centered way at the Washington National Cathedral with my dear friends Bridgit and Brandis, watching & listening to the .usa Buddhist Monks, who ended their 108 day walking journey in DC.

We were guided through a meditation using the gentle rhythm of our own heartbeats as an anchor—such a simple, powerful reminder to return home to ourselves.

Later, Venerable Pannakara offered a Dharma talk on the importance of shutting out distractions & quieting the mind. It landed deeply. Exactly what this season of my life is asking for.

We were gifted peace bracelets made by loving humans near the cathedral—unexpected, sweet, and perfect. A small symbol of intention I’ll carry with me into this next year around the sun.

Grateful. Grounded. Still becoming. ✨
Here’s to another year of listening inward, moving with peace & purpose, and honoring the wisdom that comes with time.

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Today I’m wrapped in magic wearing the Blue Moon dress & carrying the Fair Exchange bag, both designed by the creative . 💚

When you wear art created by women you love, it feels different. It feels right.
Let’s continue to support and uplift Black women artists—their work is our story, our strength, our shine.

✨Wearing love, art, and intention.✨

It’s such a joy to step out in pieces created by women I deeply admire. These aren’t just accessories or clothes—they’re expressions of self, culture, power, and soul.

Glasses, bag, and bracelets by the one and only
Painted overalls by the phenomenal

Every time I wear their creations, I feel like I’m carrying a piece of their with me.

Support Black women artists. Their work isn’t just beautiful—it’s necessary. 🖤

Mile 4 magic.✨

Surrounded by confetti, cheers, and the unstoppable energy of the — I felt every ounce of love and strength carrying me forward.

This is why we run: community, joy, and the moments that remind you you’re stronger than you think.

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Still smiling from Dana’s beautiful birthday celebration ! So grateful for this amazing community of light and love.
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💛 Our radiant birthday queen Dana and my Yoga Boo Tracey .
💛 Me and Jade (aka the plant whisperer behind ) — of course, I had to adopt one of her adorable plant babies (glasses and all!).
💛 And a little silliness with my sister tribe — because joy is essential medicine too.

Happy Birthday, Dana! Thank you for leading with so much grace, wisdom, and love. You inspire us all.”