They always say that the most important relationship you will have is the one with yourself. You know why? Because that specific relationship sets the tone of…… Read more ““The One Relationship …””
Author: Awoken By Hadi
On a mission to empower individuals to devote themselves to growth through discovering oneself and keeping an open mind.
“Detachment.”
I just finished my semester and let me tell you- this has been the hardest semester ever! I know I’m not alone- college students were going through…… Read more ““Detachment.””
“Mercy.”
Quick Question: Are you one of the oldest of your parents’ kids? How does that feel? Do you feel like your parents were harder on you in…… Read more ““Mercy.””
“Forgiveness.”
Sometimes we unintentionally hurt ourselves. How so? We hurt ourselves is by choosing to hold onto grudges and refusing to forgive others. When we hold onto grudges,…… Read more ““Forgiveness.””
“Claim Your Power …”
You know how they say that the truth will always comes to light? Well it does! How we truly feel about ourselves will come to light as…… Read more ““Claim Your Power …””
“Unhappy.”
It’s funny because people always talk about the “winners circle” and the “losers circle.” My question is, what makes a winner a winner and what makes a…… Read more ““Unhappy.””
“Dear Women.”
Where would the world be without women? Allahumma barik! Women are amazing. Cartoon Artist: Unknown (I did NOT create the cartoon) Q&A: How do you think women…… Read more ““Dear Women.””
“Realities.”
These past couple of weeks, I’ve just been reflecting about everything going on in the world. Religious rights are continuously being stripped away in France. In fact,…… Read more ““Realities.””
“Africa.”
Oh Africa, sweet Africa. The continent from which the world evolved. The continent where most of the resources come from. The continent that is still being affected…… Read more ““Africa.””
“Productivity.”
Sometimes an important question I need to ask myself is, “Hadiatou, are you present?” I get so caught up in my to-do lists and before I know…… Read more ““Productivity.””
“Emotions.”
Warning: Being super transparent in this blog. Today’s open mindedness blog is about false positivity and emotions. As a blogger and as a person, there’s this weird…… Read more ““Emotions.””
“New People = New Opportunities.”
Have you ever heard that “closed mouths don’t get fed?” Well, they really don’t lol. Generally speaking, we advocate for ourselves by speaking up. I have always…… Read more ““New People = New Opportunities.””
“Who Are You Doing It For?”
Today’s blog is all about you 😉 Yes, you read that correctly King/Queen 🙂 So let’s cut to the chase … How do you define success? Success…… Read more ““Who Are You Doing It For?””
“Gratitude.”
Gratitude is described as “the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness (Google).” You know what my greatest treasure is? Islam.…… Read more ““Gratitude.””
“Suicide Prevention Month.”
September is suicide prevention month. Suicide is definitely a taboo topic in the African community but it’s a crisis that must be addressed. Humans can naturally be…… Read more ““Suicide Prevention Month.””
“What Matters.”
What matters most to you? Is it your family? Is it your religion? Is it your spirituality? Is it your well-being? What is it!? You know the…… Read more ““What Matters.””
“Let’s Talk Legends.”
This past Friday, Chadwick Boseman passed away from colon cancer. The world was shocked and hurt. His story and death truly touched my heart- I’m sure I’m…… Read more ““Let’s Talk Legends.””
“Dear, Human …”
Audiobook: Life is a roller coaster. It has it’s up and downs. As humans, it’s common for us to sit and wonder all about our life regrets.…… Read more ““Dear, Human …””
“Boy.”
Audiobook: The following short story was written three years ago and it was inspired by Jamaica Kincaid’s brilliant short story called, “Girl.” Below is a photograph of…… Read more ““Boy.””
“Don’t Overdo It.”
Audiobook: You know how people can applaud you for something but you still feel like you should’ve done more? Well that’s exactly how I’ve been these past…… Read more ““Don’t Overdo It.””
“Colorism: Part Two.”
Audiobook: Every time I go to African stores, I constantly see skin-bleaching products. It honestly angers me to the core for so many reasons. Before I move…… Read more ““Colorism: Part Two.””
“Colorism Part: One.”
Audiobook: Light-skinned, brown-skinned, dark-skinned. Which one are you labeled as? I was called both brown and dark skinned while growing up. I’m more so dark skinned now…… Read more ““Colorism Part: One.””
“Small-Minded vs. Open-Minded;Which One Are You?!”
Audiobook: Let’s be real, we all have our toxic traits. We can be toxic towards the people we know, love, and even to ourselves. The reality is,…… Read more ““Small-Minded vs. Open-Minded;Which One Are You?!””
“The Why Behind Awoken By Hadi.”
One Year Documentary: Everyone always asks me how do I come up with my blog topics. The answer is simple … I just do it lol, just…… Read more ““The Why Behind Awoken By Hadi.””
“Healing.”
Audiobook: Last week, I spoke about trauma and how trauma affects our daily behaviors and interactions with others. Now let’s talk about healing. Healing is a process.…… Read more ““Healing.””
“Trauma.”
Audiobook: Natural Disasters, Sexual Abuse, Physical Abuse, Domestic Violence, Medical Injury, Community Violence, Neglect, Deprivation, Traumatic Grief, Victim of Crime, Kidnapping, Accidents, School Violence, and Loss. What…… Read more ““Trauma.””
“Why Settle?”
Audiobook: As a blogger, it’s easy to get caught up with ‘what’s popular or trending.’ The same goes for social media influencers and other entrepreneurs. The truth…… Read more ““Why Settle?””
“Privilege.”
Audiobook: Where It All Started. When I think of the word ‘privilege,’ I automatically think of ‘White Privilege.’ Although white privilege very much exists (there’s no denying…… Read more ““Privilege.””
“Looting In Our Communities.”
THE MINORITY OF PEOPLE PARTICIPATING IN DESTRUCTIVE BEHAVIOR DOES NOT REPRESENT WHAT BLACK LIVES MATTER STANDS FOR! We have a duty to protect and be mindful of…… Read more ““Looting In Our Communities.””
“We Are Tired- Enough is Enough!”
Audiobook: We are angry. We are sad. We are overwhelmed with frustration. My life is in danger. My relatives’ lives are in danger. Every black person’s life…… Read more ““We Are Tired- Enough is Enough!””
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