Intentional Simplicity LLC

09/07/2025

Love keeps teaching me.
It teaches me that healing is about remembering who I am.
Love teaches me to continue choosing softness when the world pushes hardness.
Love teaches me to trust my own rhythm over the stories I was handed.
Now I am stepping into my research phase of my PhD, and once again, love teaches me that every page I write, every conversation I hold, every piece of art I create is a way of insisting that love belongs in all spaces, including academic spaces.
My research is love work.

I have been preparing for this chapter, and I am ready to let love lead.

08/09/2025

Organic Rainbow Moment: Heartbreak changes you. It does not just hurt. It shifts the way you see the world.
It can strip away illusions you did not even know you were living in
and teach you to trust what you feel before you are told what to think.
✨Something broke your heart, but it fixed your vision.
You stopped mistaking survival for love.
You stopped calling harm “home.”
Grief turned you toward what is real.
✨Pain is complicated.
It can sharpen your sight while dulling your understanding of love.
You learn to read danger
but forget how to trust the warmth.
✨Healing asks for balance.
It is remembering that safety and love can exist together.
That trust is not a gamble with the right people.
That love, real love, never asks you to shrink.
✨Heartbreak is not just pain.
It is a recalibration.
It is the moment your vision clears.

Comfort is nice, but it is not enough.
Choose the kind of love your whole self can rest in.
And trust that clarity is its own kind of love.

03/28/2025

Nature is Healing: Flight offers a literal shift in perspective. What seems overwhelming from the ground can look small and distant from above. Similarly, emotional challenges can feel all-encompassing until we take a step back.

Consider how your perspective shifts when you detach from immediate stress. What insights become clearer? Can you view yourself and your experiences with gentle curiosity rather than self-criticism?

Reflection Question: How might a “bird’s-eye view” change how you see your current situation?

12/27/2024

As we step into a new year, I am giving myself permission to slow down and truly listen to the needs of my body and mind.

This journey is about nurturing my nervous system, prioritizing rest, and finding meaningful ways to reconnect with myself and the world around me.

For me, 2025 is all about living with intention and embracing the full range of my emotions. If this resonates with you, do you best to rest, grow, and honor what feels authentic to you.

🌟How are you nurturing yourself as we transition into this next chapter? I’d love to hear your thoughts.

Here are the principles guiding my year ahead, and I hope they inspire you too:

🌟 Mindfulness in Small Moments
Mindfulness doesn’t have to be complicated. I’ve found it in deep breaths before starting a session or quiet moments of reflection. These small pauses remind me that I am here and enough.

🌟 Rest as Radical Self-Care
Rest isn’t optional; it’s essential. This year, I’m reclaiming rest as a radical act of self-care—whether it’s sleeping in, stepping away from work, or simply allowing myself to just be. Rest is now non-negotiable.

🌟 Intentions Over Resolutions
I’m choosing intentions—gentle reminders of how I want to feel and grow. Unlike rigid resolutions, intentions give me space to approach myself with kindness and grace.

🌟 Empathy and Inclusivity
I’m inspired by the beauty of diversity and the power of listening deeply. This year, I want to show up with empathy and help create spaces where everyone feels seen and valued.

🌟Creativity as Connection
Engaging in creative pursuits—whether through art, journaling, or even rearranging my space—reminds me of my aliveness. Creativity grounds me and lets me express my joy, pain, and everything in between.

11/06/2024

Organic Rainbow Moment: To Black women,

We often carry the weight of the world, balancing our dreams, responsibilities, and the expectations placed upon us. But remember this—rest is not a setback. It is a radical act of self-love and preservation.

In a world that constantly demands perfection, let your authenticity shine. You don’t have to be perfect to be worthy. You are a blessing, your presence is essential, and you are profoundly loved just as you are.

Take a moment to prioritize your heart. Give yourself permission to pause, breathe, and simply be.

11/06/2024

I feel the weight of what it means to be a Black woman in moments like these.

Kamala, I feel your pain. I want to offer you a hug, a warm meal, and a space to rest. A place where you can simply sit, be held in love, and be honored—genuinely, with kindness and humility.

So many of us pour our hearts into our work, showing up for others, even as we face the unyielding challenges of a world that seeks to erase our stories. The fight to hold space for our truth is exhausting.

To truly make change, we must change the way we approach it. We must see each other, hear each other, and grant ourselves the grace to be real. To acknowledge our humanity. To embrace moments of silence, moments where we can just be a beautiful soul.

Kamala, this moment is for you. For all of us who navigate the complexities of being Black women—you are deserving of emotional rest, grace, and patience.

11/05/2024

In this post, I share my story, on the mental health challenges I faced as a student unmasking the athlete, from performance anxiety to burnout and identity struggles and how positive psychology helped me embrace my true self. I'll also talk about how my focus on mindfulness, art, and spirituality helped me integrate my self. A few weeks ago, I received a message that I was not expecting —my high school was honoring me by inducting me into their Hall of Fame for Women's Basketball....

In this post, I share my story, on the mental health challenges I faced as a student unmasking the athlete, from performance anxiety to burnout and identity struggles and how positive psychology helped me embrace my true self. I’ll also talk about how my focus on mindfulness, art, and spirituality...

10/01/2024

10/01/2024

Honored to join and by being a part of The Art of Self-Care: Uplifting Black Women Through Joy and Wellness 🌟🌿. As a panelist, I’m excited to join this important conversation with , sharing space with amazing women who are leading in joy and healing for Black communities.

The panel, moderated by .chrisomni, includes:

• Kristal Bush of
• Laqwanda Roberts-Buckley of
• And me, Sarafina Arthur-Williams, representing & !

💫 We’ll be diving into the challenges Black women face, breaking down the power of saying “no,” and celebrating what it means to create and embrace Black joy. Special shout-out to the filmmakers and for capturing these narratives with such care and intention.

🗓 Save the Date: October 10 |6:30 PM EST
✅ Register here: bit.ly/3N1RqyB
🎥 Watch the film before the panel on ’s Youtube Channel: Watch Here!

Hosted by &

Let’s stand behind Black women as we continue uplifting our families, communities, and the nation. Together, we’ll unpack the complexities of being the unsung heroes and embrace the strength that comes from prioritizing our mental, physical, and spiritual wellness.

09/18/2024

Organic Rainbow Moment: One of the most profound acts of self-love is to stop seeking validation from those who cannot honor and recognize your authentic self.

When it involves a parent or someone whose approval you’ve long sought, perhaps even unconsciously, learning to validate yourself as an adult can be especially difficult.

When we accept that someone—even a parent—may not have the capacity to see or love us as we are, we allow ourselves to be free. We move from a place of yearning to a place of self-acknowledgment.

Self-acknowledgment isn’t about blame or resentment. Instead, it’s about cultivating self-compassion and realizing that we can find the love, validation, and affirmation we need from within.

By honoring our true selves, we create space for growth, healing, and peace.

We are no longer bound by the limitations others place on us but are free to flourish and evolve in our truth.

Intentional Simplicity is about creating a purposeful space within yourself—a place where your worth and value are self-determined and not conditional on anyone else’s ability to see you.

How can you validate your true self today?

07/18/2024

Organic Rainbow Moment: The journey of self-healing is profound, even when it occurs without the fanfare of external validation.
Our healing process often unfolds quietly in the background, yet it is no less significant.
Healing is not always about visible milestones or public recognition; it’s about the consistent, often unnoticed progress we make every day.

Through intentional simplicity we recognize and honor this silent work.

Embrace this journey and trust in the process, knowing that each step brings you closer to wholeness.
Remember, the most meaningful transformations often happen within.

07/12/2024

Happy Birthday, Intentional Simplicity! Today, we celebrate the incredible journey and accomplishments of our community dedicated to art, psychology, and mental wellness.

Over the years, we’ve grown together, fostering an environment where creativity and healing thrive. Our commitment to intentional living has touched countless lives, providing a sanctuary for personal growth and transformation.

As we mark this special milestone, we reflect on our achievements with gratitude and look forward to continuing our mission of creating spaces that nurture well-being and inspire positive change.

Here’s to many more years of intentional simplicity and meaningful connections!