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There’s a phrase that’s been quietly following me: Inspect what you expect. At first, it felt like something you’d hear in a staff...

Jay Z once said, “Leave a mark you can’t replace, neither space nor time. So when the director says cut, I’ll be fine.” That line has...

This morning, my baby drove herself to school for the very first time. I didn’t even get to see her drive off. I had to be at work...

This was never just skincare. It’s healing, identity, and coming home to myself. The truth I didn’t see at first For a long time, I...

There’s a kind of care that doesn’t get talked about much. The kind that asks us not to fix, but to wait . The kind that doesn't require...

A reflection from the woods The last few weeks, I’ve been tucked away in the woods—on purpose. Leading groups of women and men through...

When my dad passed away, one of the many thoughts that lingered in my mind was that I’d never get to take him to the VA again. Those...

I almost canceled the hike. The forecast called for rain, and I wasn’t sure if I wanted to spend the morning soaked, guiding a group...

Life Has Been "Lifing" Lately Let me just say it: life has been “lifing” lately. For those unfamiliar with the term, it’s a way to...

Finding Healing Through Writing Writing has always been more than words on a page for me. It began as a way to cope with the profound...

Out with the old in with the new? As I sat down to write my bi-weekly blog, I found myself at a loss for inspiration. I had so much to...

Finding Alignment Through Self-Care: A Personal Journey   I engaged in a weekend filled with learning, connection, and growth. It was an...

The holidays are a time to gather, reflect, and celebrate, but when life shifts unexpectedly, they can feel different. Changes—whether...

What’s your theme song? Depending on my mood, it could be many. If you know me, then you know my favorite rapper is T.I., and I recite...

Hey there, busy woman—I see you. You’re juggling a million things, always on the move, and somehow still finding the energy to be there...

Reaching a pinnacle in life often leads to a reflective crossroads, posing the pivotal question, "I’m at the top, now what?" At this...

Kyleah, my  brilliant child once asked me, “What did you lose when there was nothing to gain?” Initially perplexed by the depth of this...

mélange, culturally responsiveness, self care My name is Lakeisha Lee and welcome to Mindful Mélange, a space where we blend the essence...