Cocoa Girls

Cocoa Girls: I Am Worthy. A movement dedicated to cultivating young African American women who recognize & harness their self-worth & lead others to do the same

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Worthy Wednesday Feature 👑💜: Amber healingthroughauthenticity

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• Amber is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)

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• Born and raised in Oakland, CA. Currently residing in Texas.

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• B.A.… https://t.co/nLkGCZEb8v

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SB 464- “California Dignity in Pregnancy and Childbirth Act,” authored by Sen. Holly Mitchell, signed by Governor Newsom, is official like a referee whistle.

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This law would require clinics and hospitals… https://t.co/7cZexTFkHB

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Whew, when I tell you uncertainty induces so much anxiety, overthinking, and worry. Not knowing or not having it all figured out is such a challenge (can we say control issues 😅).
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However, I’m learning to… https://t.co/kEVGOmJjM8

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Worthy Wednesday Feature 👑💜: Chérie @thelittlecpa
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•Southern California native
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•Berkeley grad with B.S. in Business Administration and Minor in Dance and Performance Studies
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•USC grad with Masters in… https://t.co/mSnjpZolE1

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How do you prioritize your mental health? Is therapy an option you would explore?
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There are many things that demand our focus — personal, professional, societal— and it can take up so much mental and… https://t.co/uGx6YCOSp9

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A very simple phrase, but a great reminder. Whatever you may come up against this week, you got all you need to handle it. 👑💜 #cocoagirls #iamworthy #mondaymotivation #reminder #motivation https://t.co/K1cOdD8tQ9

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 💞
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Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed form of cancer amongst Black women.
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Black women under the age 35 get breast cancer at 2 times the rate of white… https://t.co/owCF9IX0zp

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What I think about myself has become SO MUCH MORE important; I’m striving to live for and honor my full self.

And as I continue to move in a spirit of love and authenticity, others’ perceptions are no longer… https://t.co/06KyelIaqy

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Worthy Wednesday Feature 👑💜:

Brittani beena_g thebiteweekly

•Compton, CA native

•Cal grad with concentrations in Mass Communications & African American studies (minor)

•Founder of The Bite, a weekly… https://t.co/bjdoZkRzWk

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It’s not selfish to take care of yourself. How do you practice self-love? What are some ways you shower yourself in love? #cocoagirls #iamworthy #talktuesday #selflove #loveyourself https://t.co/CCyHXyxp8C

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There’s power in our words. Take a moment to believe, speak, and manifest the magic you want to see! 👑💜❤️ #cocoagirls #iamworthy #mondaymotivation #manifest #speaklife #powerful https://t.co/WfOJMPSy6v

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• Although Black people are only about 9% of the total population in LA County, they are disproportionately impacted by high rates of STIs; especially women, men who have sex with men (MSM), and transgender… https://t.co/v8XIccnmYV

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There are times when life and circumstances begin to shift; it often feels unfamiliar and uncomfortable. When this happens, embrace it. This could be moving you closer to your power and purpose. Look for the… https://t.co/WxlQRsvb0F

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Worthy Wednesday Feature 👑💜: Jovern Johnson @theeonlyjovern

* First generation Belizean American from South Central LA.
* Graduate of U.C. Berkeley & Lesley University (M.Ed)
* Educator, Mentor, Sports… https://t.co/ntmj6vRub6

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Who gon’ check you, boo? You’re a powerful force and nothing can stop you from being great! #cocoagirls #iamworthy #mondaymotivation #powerful #unstoppable https://t.co/0I0dKO2qd1

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Learning how to release the burden of perfectionism. Learning how to look internally for validation. Learning how to just be...because it is more than enough. #cocoagirls #iamworthy #thursdaythoughts… https://t.co/ZlbFesVIWh

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Never dim your light for others’ comfort. Show up as your FULL self and shine bright because YOU ARE WORTHY! 💜👑❤️ #cocoagirls #iamworthy #selfworth #shine #mondaymotivation https://t.co/VUSD8EaUQk

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Although the path is not linear, and there’s always room for change, finding your purpose is key. It may take some time and it doesn’t look the same for everyone, but I encourage you to… https://t.co/kUQdlq3E5A

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Worthy Wednesday Feature 👑💜: DeAndra Jones deandrarenay

• A Licensed Clinical Social Worker; studied Social Welfare at UC Berkeley & obtained a Masters in Social Work from… https://t.co/klg7Nqx8Qw

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Navigating the process to more self-love and positive thinking has definitely presented its unique set of challenges. One key lesson I’ve learned is asking if some of my self imposed… https://t.co/jY66nqYJ53