not dating to marry, not dating to separate, but a secret third thing (dating to enjoy being with a someone you're compatible with for as long as you both enjoy each other, no matter if that's months or years or the rest of your lives)
Erykah Badu told us to pack light and most thought it was about luggage.
She meant: stop carrying things that aren't yours.
His shame. His insecurities. His inability to see your value. None of that is yours to carry. Pack light.
You have places to go.
the female body loves rituals.
massage oil onto the skin.
wear perfume for yourself.
brew loose-leaf herbal tea.
stretch slowly.
pray before sunrise.
buy flowers every week.
take walks through botanical gardens.
give yourself devotion.