SUCCESS: The Issa Rae Way

By Te-Erika Patterson Success for Issa Rae the creator of the web based series Awkward Black Girl, didn't happen as a stroke of luck. She has now partnered with famed Scandal creator Shonda Rhimes to present a new series, I Hate LA Dudes on ABC. What led to Issa Rae's success? The answer is simple- she did the work. Now living in LA and running The Artists Might, my indie artist resource blog, I have come across so many artists who are looking for their big break. They go to bed at night praying...

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5 Traits of Highly Successful Women

I have interviewed some of the best and brightest women for MySavvySisters.Com. Most of them are thought leaders, entrepreneurs and highly successful women. As I reflect back on the core principles of their characters, I have noticed a few common themes that may be useful to you as you assess your personality. A Highly Successful Woman 1. Does not have friends Sure, there may be ONE person this woman trusts without reservation but walking down the street arm in arm with a group of women is...

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Arizona Teens Punished By Holding Hands

Two students who were caught fighting in an East Valley highschool were asked to choose their punishment. They could be suspended for 9 days each or sit together holding hands throughout the entire day in front of their peers. The two boys chose to hold hands. This method of punishment is drawing criticism from news watchers across America as the snapshot of the two has become an internet sensation. The teens, who were ridiculed for the entire day, have not made any claims of harassment or bullying...

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The Model's Uniform & Why It Works

Fashion is fleeting. It reflects the ideas of the marketing strategies of the era. Whatever the clothing manufacturers want to sell more of, they push into fashion magazines, drape across celebrities and flaunt in fashion shows to convince you that this particular style will make you one of the beautiful people. It won't; but it sure does boost your confidence in a sick twisted way. It's amazing that off the runway, you won't see models and celebrities strolling casually in the strange combinations...

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WARNING: PMS Now Being Treated By Pretty Prozac Pills

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) is the guidebook for diagnosing mental disorders. The fifth edition of the list of symptoms that allow doctors to label patients as mentally ill is now updated and will be released this month. According to the PMS Comfort Blog, the DSM V may allow symptoms associated with PMS to be included in the main section as an official mental disorder called Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder. Since the beginning of time, women have dealt with...

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3 Ways to Get What You Want For Xmas

It's the holiday season and we all want to feel appreciated and cared for by being given nice gifts. The truth is, men aren't mind readers and sometimes they need that extra push to get them to do the things we really want them to do, and that's okay. Today I will teach you how to get exactly what you want for Xmas by using your wit and feminine-wise. Ask For What You Want Although we'd love it if we had men who would 'get' us and understand our needs and wants, it's unrealistic to believe that...

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Powerball Winner? Money To Blow? Try These Lavish Treats

Unprepared for what may happen if you win the lottery tomorrow? All across the country hopeful gamblers have their fingers crossed as the Powerball lottery has announced the jackpot has reached more than $500 million. For most people, earning that type of money has never even been a distant wish so they wouldn't know what to do with it or how to maintain. Studies show that those who are unprepared for a sudden windfall of money squander it within a few years. But hey- nothing lasts forever anyway....

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The Number 1 Reason You Are Unhappy

Life is hard at times. There are decisions that have to be made that affect your life and the lives of others. There is drama at work, family feuds and sometimes we wake up in the morning and our jeans just won't fit. Whether the trials of life seem large or small, a few consecutive days being confronted by these issues will add up and lead to a personal great depression that is bigger than any this country has ever seen. The truth is, and this is a big pill to swallow, the reason you are unhappy...

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How Wage Workers Will Survive The Side Effects of ObamaCare

By Te-Erika Patterson The scope of American health care will change completely once President Obama's Affordable Care Act is implemented. The premise of the new law will require employers to provide health insurance for their full-time employees. Workers who have previously been unable to afford healthcare are applauding this effort while on the opposite end of the spectrum, businesses and corporations struggling to regain their composure in the wake of this country's recession are seeking creative...

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‘Salary’ Tops Poll of What US Women Want to Change Most About Their Partner

Curious to see if women would try and change their partner in some way, if given the chance, one of the leading coupon code websites in the US has conducted a survey to discover what personality traits in their partner, if any, and other things they would most like to change. CouponCodes4u.com surveyed 2,073 American women to discover their thoughts on the matter. The survey, formed part of research into relationships and whether women would be happier to change their partner than men. All...

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Make some noise! VOTE!

 by Kitty K. Free The election is near. No matter which side you're on, you need to make some noise and vote. If you're one of the fortunate Americans eligible to vote, DO IT! If you complain like I complain, and you're a citizen who is able to vote, those complaints are invalid if you don't go to the polls. If you're not registered, in most states, you have 30 days before the election to do so. The election is November 6th, so you need to register NOW! Go to the US Election Assistance...

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How Friends Can Revive Your Spirit

By Teresa Lopez There are so many things in the world today that damage our spirits and dampen our enthusiasm for life. The evening news is filled with reports of crime and scandal, our jobs often frustrate us, and even family can be very demanding. In the midst of all this difficulty, having friends can be a life-saver. There are things only friends can do to revive your spirit, encourage you, and set you on the right path. Here are several things that friends do to help you flourish. • Your...

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How To Create A Positive Outcome

By Evelyn Robinson We often sit around and fantasize about our perfect life. Most of us have the same goals, to be wealthy, successful or to find love. Whatever you imagine, we are all guilty of the same thing, sitting around and daydreaming instead of taking action. How can we break this cycle? How do we get out there and start finding the life we want? Act the part  There are many studies that back this up. They show that if you go out there and act like the kind of person you want to...

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How To Prove Your Worth In One Step

If anyone ever asks you to prove your worth, just do this. You don't ever, ever, EVER, EVER have to prove your worth to anyone. You are valuable because you say so. Your work and life speaks for itself. Walk the hell away and let them find someone else to bul...

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3 Ways To Recognize Your Free Spirit

You are already free but for some reason you don't know it. Shake off the shackles and recognize just how free and easy your life really is. 1. You don't have to ask anyone for anything. You work for what you have and you don't need to beg, borrow, steal or manipulate anyone to get what you want. If you want it, you buy it. If it pleases you, you do it. You don't need anyone's permission to live, love or treat yourself- and that, my sister, is priceless. 2. You enjoy your own company the most. You...

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How To Raise Your Standards For Life

We all have a set of expectations for our lives which include the way we allow others to interact with us, the kind of jobs we pursue and the relationships we have in our lives. If for any reason, you find yourself wanting more, it's okay to raise your standards, in fact, it is imperative. Raising your standards for your life is a risk that many will not undertake simply because it requires effort and many of the people, places and things you were used to will have to be removed. Similar to a...

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The Unforgiveable Sin: Dating A Broke Man

We're not teenagers anymore. We don't fall in love based on how cute he is or what promises he makes. We don't fall in love with his potential or how cute the kids might look. We don't fantasize about a lifestyle that a man has yet to prove he can provide. This is not about finding a man to take care of you; you are one of My Savvy Sisters, you can easily feed and pamper yourself. You've worked hard to be able to establish yourself, at least keep company with men who have done the same so you...

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7 Ways To Relieve Stress Without Lifting A Finger

We experience stress when we feel that we are faced with situations that we can not control. Whether you are stressed about the actions of others or situations that seem like they are too much for you to handle, there are ways to relieve the pressure of ALL stress from your life. Try these 7 Tips for mental stress relief. Consider them promises for your life.  1. Relax. Life doesn't have to be obedient to your demands. In fact, it won't, and that's okay. 2. Let your children (and friends)...

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How To Talk To Your Child About Cancer

The Silver Pen, an inspirational website for women created by Hollye Jacobs offers women a special gift in honor of breast cancer awareness month. Hollye, who overcame a battle with breast cancer just one year ago created the site to honor the silver linings she celebrates through all life situations as her own life value blossomed due to her awakening. Please take a moment to view the video series she created to share her story and wisdom for helping your family to communicate more effectively...

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Breaking The Cycle of Teenage Pregnancy

“No matter how much talking and bopping them upside the head you do, they still have to make the decision on their own.” ~ Tarmika PattersonShe was 16 when she took her first pregnancy test. She was in love, or so she thought, and figured that having a baby with him would make the relationship last so she never considered abortion. Seventeen years later, 33-year-old Opa Locka, Florida resident Tarmika Patterson is celebrating her eldest daughter’s birthday and the fact that of all the women in her...

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Childless by Choice: Sheila's Story

Sheila Olson, 37, is a Marketing Communications Manager for a large financial services company in St. Paul, Minnesota and has been married to Todd Olson, 38, for 10 years. I was raised in a small city (population 9,000) in north-central Wisconsin. I lived with my parents and two older sisters. My grandparents, aunt, uncles and cousins were nearby. It was what I consider a very typical Midwest upbringing. I remember fantasizing about having a little brother or sister, but not so much a child...

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Don't Peak Too Early

Are you baffled by the fact that the best stuff on your life's To-Do list hasn't been checked off yet? Are you impatient about achieving your goals and seeing everything come together? Are you beating yourself up every night because your dream didn't come true that day?Yeah. Me too.I threw a major hissy fit last night. No, I wasn't depressed. I was super mad at myself and wondering what the hell I am doing wrong where I'm not a millionaire literary giant with my own speaking tour and mansion. What...

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How To Find The Answer To All of Life's Questions

What is the purpose of life?What happens when we die?What is love?What does it mean to be successful?Do I really have to be married to be happy?Is my purpose as a woman to have children?Is it wrong to fall in love with the same sex?Is Karma real?Life would make more sense if there were definitive answers to every question. The concept of 'Truth' is subjective simply because everything we know about life is made up. How so? Think about the fact that at the beginning of time, before we had this modern...

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Confessions of an Internet Troll

You wrote:I am an online "troll". My angry heart has taken front and center of my personality. That anger has festered and eaten away at my own happiness. Online anonymity has increased this. It's made me much quicker to lash out and bluntly, sometimes tastelessly and tactlessly, express myself. This is a double edged sword. Since my mind has trained it's self to lash out and attack online, that training doesn't just stop when I get off the computer. That instinctual response to lash out and be...

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Don't Cheat To Win; Be Number 3

A friend of mine recently mentioned to me that she was accused of cheating. We both laughed at the notion simply because we both hold the same mentality about it. It's not that we are prudish or fear karma or the wrath of god; we simply do not cheat because we do not need to win.Think about a person who strategically maneuvers situations so that they will come out on top. That person is crafty, intelligent and cunning and SHOULD come out on top of every situation due to their manipulations and extra...

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The Rebuild Your Life Project $4,000 Grant For Women

MySavvySisters.Com presents the 2012 Women's Empowerment outreach- The Rebuild Your Life Project- Los Angeles.This project will teach you to overcome your fear of moving to a new city by allowing you to watch Te-Erika Patterson, the publisher of MySavvySisters.Com as she relocates to Los Angeles, California, a city she had never even visited before, with no money, no friends and no stable place to live. Follow her on her journey in videos posted almost daily on her youtube channel.You will learn:How...

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Top 10 Signs of Mental Maturity In Women

By Te-Erika Patterson1. We let go of the idea that there is a prescribed timeline of events for life. We release the expectations of life milestones and begin to look at life as it really is, an unscripted adventure. We allow others to live their lives as they wish, without judging them because we appreciate being free to do the same.2. We release the notion that other women are our competition. All efforts to sabotage the success of other women becomes silly to us and we seek to form alliances...

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