In her later years, Parks practiced yoga as a way to support her body and mind — reflecting a broader lineage of Black women grounding their organizing in rest.
Self-Care
Calm the Chaos: 5 Woman-Made Ways to Re-Center Ourselves
We are living through tumultuous times. These women-owned businesses can help with stress relief and turning down the grating societal noise.
She Helps Parents of Autistic Children Practice Self-Care
Karen Kossow launched Out of Your Ordinary to change the way parents of kids with autism care for themselves – and their children.
A One-Stop Self-Care Shop in the Heart of Oakland
Jessica Scortt created The Self-ish Society as a safe haven where Black women can cultivate community and practice self-love.
6 Tunes for When You Need to (Temporarily) Tune Out
Staying engaged and informed is critical – but sometimes, you just need a break. We’ve compiled a few soothing songs to help you recenter, refocus and re-energize.
She Wants You to Stop Doom-Scrolling and Start Creating
Allie Cunningham is the founder of Set It Down, a company selling macrame kits and puzzles, and offering tips and tricks for putting down your phone.
Her Candles Aim to Shine A Light on Mental Health Issues
Divina Casila started Depress Me Not Candles to make soothing gifts and give back to those who are struggling.
She Couldn’t Find an Anti-Acne Product for Aging Skin – So She Created it Herself
Reham Essa is a cosmetic chemist and the founder of skincare line Radixir.
She Turned Her Hobby Into A Business
Shayla Coleman is the founder of Sankolo.
A Few of Our Favorite Female Founders Share Their Business Advice for 2021
Let’s burn 2020 and start fresh.
Want to Practice Self-Care? Do These 3 Things
If you don’t take care of yourself (especially during a pandemic!), no one else will, writes expert Barbara Weltman.
The Independent Life – Takia Ross
Finding success with Accesmatized, this beauty entrepreneur has inspired other women in her community — including her own daughters.