My Natural Me Nonprofit

03/05/2026

At My Natural Me, one of our core principles is Perception.

Not just how the world sees you…
but how you see yourself.

For many of us—especially in Black and Brown communities—hair has never been “just hair.”
It’s identity.
It’s history.
It’s emotion.
It’s healing.

There are stories tied to every strand—experiences, expectations, and sometimes even pain.

So when Frostine of Insure.Beauty approached us about this collaboration, it wasn’t just about beauty.

It was about creating a healthy experience—one that supports how women feel, not just how they look.

And that matters.

Because the way we care for ourselves physically is deeply connected to our mental health.

This Mental Health Awareness Month, I want to challenge you:

Do something for you.
Not for appearance.
Not for approval.
But for alignment.

If you’re in the Virginia area, I highly recommend taking advantage of this Beauty & Balance package.

Not just because your hair deserves care…
but because you do.

26/04/2026

There’s something powerful about embracing your natural self 🤍

At My Natural Me, that belief is at the heart of everything we do. We serve women who are navigating life’s transitions—caregiving, identity shifts, wellness journeys—and so many of them are learning how to reconnect with who they are beneath the pressure, the expectations, and the noise.

That’s why this partnership with
Insure.Beauty matters.

Their Beauty & Balance Package isn’t just about how you look—it’s about how you feel when you see yourself again.

✨ A gentle reset
✨ A natural style that feels like you
✨ A moment to pause, breathe, and reconnect

And the impact goes even deeper…

🤍 10% of all earnings go toward supporting My Natural Me, helping us continue to provide programs for women and girls focused on wellness, healing, confidence, and community.

21/04/2026

Join us on Wednesday, April 22, to learn about online risks, prevention strategies, and available resources for internet safety, in partnership with MCPD.

20/04/2026

This Saturday, our Domestic Violence & Healthy Relationships Working Group came together for our monthly meeting.

And this time—it was different.

With everything happening around us, we didn’t stay surface-level.
We had the real conversation.

We talked about what actually needs to change:

• Training across the board — not optional, but expected
• Law enforcement equipped to recognize patterns early
• Public officials held to a higher standard of awareness and response
• Businesses understanding their role in protecting employees and customers
• Communities knowing what to look for—and what to do next

Because awareness alone is not enough.

We asked the harder questions:
What are the warning signs we’re still missing?
What should someone do when they see them?
How do we move this from conversation to action—on the ground and at the policy level?

This is the work.
Not just reacting—but building systems that prevent.

I’m deeply thankful for the voices in the room, the partnerships forming, and the commitment to doing this collaboratively.

Because this doesn’t change with one organization.
It changes when all of us decide it has to.

12/04/2026

Don't miss these free, one-on-one, legal information sessions with the Prince William County Bar Association! Registration required.

Upcoming Spring dates:

Central Library
Saturday, April 11, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 2, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Dumfries Library
Saturday, April 11, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Potomac Library
Thursday, April 16, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, May 12, 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

See all dates and register: https://pwcgov.libnet.info/events?term=lawyer+in+the+library&r=range&start=2026-04-09&end=2026-12-31

08/04/2026

Stress doesn’t always look like stress.

April is Stress Awareness Month 💭
And the truth is… many of us have normalized being overwhelmed.

Functioning.
Smiling.
Showing up.

All while quietly carrying:

• Mental exhaustion
• Irritability
• Brain fog
• Trouble sleeping
• Feeling “off” but pushing through anyway

💡 That’s stress.

Not weakness.
Not failure.
Not “just a busy season.”

👉 Your body is speaking. The question is… are you listening?

✨ This week, just notice:
What does stress feel like in your body?

No fixing.
No judging.
Just awareness.

29/03/2026

Talk about a masterclass.

The Pathways Series didn’t just launch… it made a statement.

We had a powerful mix in the room—
✨ Early career professionals trying to find their footing
✨ Seasoned professionals ready for their next level
✨ New entrepreneurs building from scratch
✨ Established business owners who said, “I need clarity, not just hustle”

And the conversations? Whew.

We talked about:
✔️ What it really takes to buy a home
✔️ Getting honest about your finances (yes… what’s actually in your account 👀)
✔️ Building business credit the right way
✔️ Franchise ownership and long-term strategy
✔️ And making sure you are legally protected while building your future

This wasn’t surface-level.
This was real, practical, life-shifting information.

And what meant the most to me?
Watching people connect, ask questions, and lean in with intention.
That’s what community looks like. That’s what impact feels like.

I’m truly honored to create spaces where growth, truth, and support can all exist in the same room.

And we’re just getting started.

👉🏾 Don’t miss the next workshop in the series:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pathways-to-success-aging-caregiving-foundations-tickets-1982250221774?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=053b847b6adf7e523c93df1388a01345a4a4fffef15d71efe66de4862af9b3c87fa027fd3c00b2e537919c6213b64ac05669c11b5aa9f6fc9da07f14d3aeb28d3558d5ce0652cb5b5e6ea74d68

Because if this first one showed us anything…
It’s that people are ready to grow. 💯

28/03/2026

Today’s the day. And if you’ve been saying “I need to get my finances together”… this is your sign.

We’re kicking off the Pathways to Stability: Financial Foundations workshop under My Natural Me — and this one is about REAL life, not just numbers.

💰 Budgeting that actually works
💰 Understanding your money habits
💰 Planning for your future without overwhelm
💰 Real conversations, real strategies, real support

No fluff. No judgment. Just tools you can walk out and use.

🕛 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
📍 Manassas Mall Community Room

Whether you’re starting over, starting fresh, or just ready to do better… there’s a seat for you.

Pull up. We’re building stability on purpose.

💅🏽

23/03/2026

21/01/2026

Grateful. Honored. Truly humbled.

My Natural Me Nonprofit has been nominated for the Agnes L. Colgan – Health & Human Services Award, and I don’t take this moment lightly. This recognition reflects the heart of our work—serving women, families, and caregivers with compassion, intention, and care.

This nomination belongs to our team, our program leaders, volunteers, partners, and every individual who has trusted us with their story. What we built in 2025 was the result of collaboration, growth, and a shared commitment to community impact.

Thank you to everyone who continues to believe in the mission and walk alongside us. We are just getting started.