The Essence of One first Empowerment Brunch! Learn how you can be a part of this life changing experience!

Ladies who are of greatness!

What does Empowerment mean?

Refers to increasing the spiritual, political, social, or economic strength of individuals and communities. It often involves the empowered developing confidence in your own capacities.

“ … our stories contain the answers to each other’s questions. What I cannot find in searching through the riches and rubble of my own life may become apparent to me in the witnessing of yours.

“In the passing on of our stories, we gift each other with the power of possibility. When I watch you claim your life and go after your dream, I begin to believe I can do it, too. When I see what you risk to achieve what you want, I think that I, too, could take that chance. When I hear what you have suffered while I see you trudging forward, I believe I can make it to the other side of my own darkness. What can save us if it is not our stories, not the careful sharing of who we are and what we dream for a world whose future rests in our hands?”

-- Jan, from ‘A Waist is a Terrible Thing to Mind’

 

Ms. Neka and Ms. Tee founders of WOE!



Words cannot express the joy and utter sense of empowerment I felt after our brunch!! It is my pray that you all were touched in the same manner ;-)

I wanted to say Thank You again for giving us your time and sharing so much about yourselves your dreams and your desires.

We will keep the momentum going so be on the lookout for next month’s locations the time will hopefully be the same!! Ladies each of you blessed us beyond measure and we sincerely hope to keep this connection with each of you.... As we Soaring to New Heights!!!

Sincerely

Neka Scott & Twanna Copeland



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This did not have to happen?

Is this a face of a killer or a woman who needed help?

I know this story is all over the news and everybody is still trying to wrap their heads around what happen? As a mother of course I was thinking “how could this woman just up and kill herself and her babies? So many other questions came to my mind.

There was a part in this article that stated before this mother took her life and her children's life, she somewhat came to her senses but of course it was too late! I wonder if it was at that moment, she knew no issues were worth her killing herself or her children, and maybe I can move forward and build a better life for me and my children! Of course at this point in time we will never know. I’m sure you can think of at least one friend that you know is also having domestic issues? Of course we don’t want to get involved  but you don't have to get involved!  Just understand there's nothing wrong with giving a friend some encouraging words at times. You would not believe how words can change someone else's life!

I wonder if a friend or a family member’s encouraging words could’ve saved Lashanda Armstrong and her babies’ lives.

The unhinged mother who drove her minivan off a Newburgh dock and into the Hudson River told her four children that she wasn’t leaving this world alone.
“If I’m going to die, you’re going to die with me,” Lashanda Armstrong told the children before the vehicle sank to the bottom of the river just before 8 p.m. on Tuesday, the only surviving child told authorities.
Armstrong’s 10-year-old son, Lashaun, escaped the doomed family minivan – opening a power window and swimming to safety in the two minutes it took for the vehicle to sink.
But as he wriggled out of the window, his mother snatched his pants leg. “I made a mistake,” she said before finally releasing the boy, the child told authorities.
After swimming to shore, the dripping-wet Lashaun made it to the road, where he was picked up by Meave Ryan, a good Samaritan who took the boy to a nearby firehouse

“He was waving his hands, screaming ‘Help me!’” said Ryan, 31. “He said, ‘My mommy just drove the car into the water."


Shivering and barely able to speak, little Lashaun told firefighters how his mother had launched the van into the river with his siblings inside and how, just moments before, she dialed her dad for help, the kids screaming in the background.
“I’m sorry, I’m going to do something crazy,” Armstrong said, according to the boy’s story
That prompted a 911 call that brought police to her Newburgh home, but it was too late.
Police wouldn’t confirm details of the domestic dispute that preceded the murder-suicide inside the tan van, but neighbors said Armstrong and longtime boyfriend Jean Pierre were frequent fighters in their second-floor home

DON'T MISS OUT YOU STILL HAVE TIME TO MAKE IT!

You're Invite

Come out and take part in this lyfe changing experience!!! And prepare to be inspired and empowered by women who have a passion for giving back...

Enlightening conversations and the exchange of knowledge and ideas will be in the air.

This is where the beginning of movements are born...You don't want to miss this :)

Ladies bring your information regarding your service, organization and/or desire to give of your time or talent..as well as an open heart!

Hope to see you all there, feel free to contact me for any further information!

Iron sharpens Iron....

Ayneka "Neka" Scott
diamonds_pearls@ymail.com


Twanna Copeland
theessenceofone@gmail.com


When:
Saturday, April 16 at 11:00 AM


Where:
"Piccadilly"1265 Mount Zion Rd Morrow, GA 30260


10% off all meals!

Have you ever done something unhealthy for love?

Most people, men and women, do want love- and that’s a great goal to have. But are you in a relationship where you continually find yourself going the distance because you think you’re in “love.” Have you ever done unhealthy things or made unhealthy sacrifices for someone you thought you loved? Sometimes we women will stretch ourselves to the limit- all in the name of “love.” And it can to turn out to be quite unhealthy and unhappy for us because sometimes what we think is love really isn’t. And sometimes the one we love doesn’t truly deserve the love we have to give.

Remember this: There is always an emotional and even physical cost to being in love. But there are also wonderful benefits if you’ve found real love. Real love is something that involves work and sacrifice, but it also something that enriches and elevates you to an even better place. It isn’t something where you have to do unhealthy and compromising things to obtain or maintain it.
So before you make any decision for love, think about the cost and benefit. Why? Because your love is too precious to give to just anyone. Here are 5 unhealthy things women often do for love:



1. Give up our identity

Are you the type of women that falls off the radar with friends or abandons your career/hobbies as soon as you fall in love? Not a good move. One of the most unhealthy things you can do for love is abandon what makes you you. Ladies, you should always maintain your identity and independence when in love. That’s what makes you a whole person. That’s what made a man fall for you. And that’s what’s going to keep you whole if the love ever leaves

2. Try to “work with” a man

This is another unhealthy thing women do for love. We try to work with a man that isn’t worth the time, effort, or love. Have you ever dealt with a man that claimed to love you, but then continually disrespected you and the relationship by his behavior? Women need to accept that some men have no sense of integrity or character. And they will say and even do anything to get what they want from a woman that they know loves them. Men like this do not love you. And most importantly, they don’t deserve for you to love them.

3. Have sex to create love

Sometimes women choose to have sex with a man because we think it will strengthen the bond and magically manifest love. The reality is that men can have sex without attachment. That is not the case for women. Recognize and accept that. Love is love, and sex is sex. And it’s not healthy to make love to a man while he’s just having sex with you.

4. Avoid setting standards

I know numerous women that make remarks like “I love him and I know he loves me, so I don’t need him to make a commitment.” Basically what these women are saying is this: I don’t really love myself so I’m fulfilled with whatever “love” he’s giving me. And if I can recognize that, then the man you supposedly “love” can most definitely recognize it as well. It’s not healthy to avoid having a basic set of relationship standards. When a woman has standards it’s because she loves and values herself. And you will never truly find love until you first love yourself.

5. Ignore red flag

What’s another unhealthy thing women do for love? We put aside all logic. And one way we do this is by ignoring red flags. Sometimes the red flags are tiny like if a man tells endless and unnecessary little white lies. And sometimes the red flags are as subtle as a flying brick upside our head. In either case, we ignore the red flag(s) because we think we’re in love. Not a healthy move. When a man subtly or overtly reveals himself to be a certain type of individual, believe it! Do not ignore red flags all in the name of love

Tips for Celibate Singles!

Thank you so much Wanda for your continuing support and I really needed that kick in my ass! ;oP I promise more stories and interviews to follow. In the words of my Fairy God Mother

 "My greatness has just started"!

Jill Scott:

Celibacy Blues Lyrics

                                                     This here celibacy thing

Lord, just got somethin’ over me

like an addict, I could really use a thing

You know what I’m talkin’about?

It’s been hard to sleep at night

Night, scratchin’ it right

I get some new batteries almost every night

Lord, this here celibacy thing

The stresses of this world

You know how they come down on a girl

I’m tryin’ to clear my mind

But all I seem to find is this gangsta

Gangsta type of need

People say mind over matter

But I don’t mind what they say

And it don’t matter

This here celibacy thing is workin’ on me

Sometimes, being single comes with being celibate. This is especially so if you have reached the age of 50, don't date and have no social life. But celibacy usually becomes easier with age. Cultural, moral and religious obligations and expectations are also some of the reasons why older single women abstain from sexual relations.
Younger singles are choosing to celibate even with sexual and reproductive freedom these days for various reasons like ...

• Don't believe in casual sex
• Want to wait until an emotional attachment is developed
• Wait until they are legally married
• Asexual or having low sex drive
• Cautious because they are afraid of contacting diseases like STD and HIV
• Avoiding unexpected pregnancy
• Went through a very painful and bad childhood experience associated with it

But it doesn't mean that they don't want to have a relationship. They still want to date, look for companionship and attention. But until they are certain, they would rather develop a platonic relationship.


For some people being abstinent is hard. Some find it unusual that there are people who choose to control their libido needs. Celibacy becomes a problem only if it happens in a marriage and if only one partner decides to abstain from getting physical and intimate.


The other disadvantage is that it can become a little difficult to find a date or develop a relationship with those who don't understand their personal choice and decision. To solve the problem, these singles join dating and networking websites for celibate singles. If you do a search, you'll find a few free ones.


If you are thinking of trying to abstain yourself from your urge and desire and test how long you can last, here are some tips.

 Focus your mind on something that consumes your thoughts and energy. This has to be something important and that you are passionate about.

 Stay away from materials in any form that are erotic or might arouse and stimulate your desires and urges. This includes men.

You're Invite

Come out and take part in this lyfe changing experience!!! And prepare to be inspired and empowered by women who have a passion for giving back...

Enlightening conversations and the exchange of knowledge and ideas will be in the air.

This is where the beginning of movements are born...You don't want to miss this :)

Ladies bring your information regarding your service, organization and/or desire to give of your time or talent..as well as an open heart!

 Hope to see you all there, feel free to contact me for any further information!

Iron sharpens Iron....

Ayneka "Neka" Scott
diamonds_pearls@ymail.com
Twanna Copeland
diamondsandpearls@gmail.com
When:
Saturday, April 16 at 11:00 AM

Where:
"Piccadilly"1265 Mount Zion Rd Morrow, GA 30260


10% off all meals!

"Exciting News about Diamonds & Pearls Empowerment Group"

Miss Tee with some of the D&P Young ladies

Thank you so much for the e-mails and trust me I will be posting some of your articles very soon! Also to answer a few questions I've received about the D&P girls. As some of you may already know I'm now the Director of the group. Many of the articles and stories I've posted on my blog site are geared towards adults, and my upcoming articles and stories will continue to be for adults eyes only! I do not feel it's appropriate children.

If you would like to continue to follow all of D&P new jounerys I'm so proud to introduce Diamonds & Pearls Empowerment Group Inc. NEW BLOG PAGE! 

www.diamondspearlsemp.blogspot.com

Thank you all for your continuing support!

Miss. Tee