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How Philadelphia Artist Seraiah Nicole is Embracing the Soft Life

Discover how Philadelphia artist Seraiah Nicole embraces the “soft life” in a candid conversation with Love Now Media. Uncover her strategies for combating career pressures, embracing presence over grind, and incorporating affirmations and style into her creative routines. Join the journey at www.seraiahnicole.com.

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Black Reverence Chair, a Ritual for Joy and Affirmation

Explore the transformative ritual of the Black Reverence Chair, a gathering fostering joy and affirmation amid the trauma of state-sanctioned anti-Black violence. Learn about its origins, the power of celebratory witness, and the creation of an energetic archive to counter narratives of brutality. Join the movement for healing and communal celebration.

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DecolonizePhilly’s ‘Fight for A Land Revolution’ at WURD Radio’s ecoFEST

DecolonizePhilly, an environmental justice organization on a mission to put power back into the hands of the community, presented a workshop titled, “The Fight for a Land Revolution Pt. 3.” The workshop, held in the rear garden of the One Art Center, with about 50 ecoFEST attendees explored advocating for “a land revolution” and raised awareness about the importance of land reform. The event included presenters, meditation, and breakout sessions for people to exchange ideas and explore solutions to issues like gentrification, community displacement and exploitative commercial development. According to Keyssh Datts, the founder of DecolonizePhilly, hosting the workshop at ecoFest and the event’s setting was paramount.

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Seven Modest Weapons 

A poignant poem “Seven Modest Weapons” by Lyrispect, reflects on the tragic death of Eddie Irizarry Jr. amidst systemic injustice. Uncover the artist’s compelling narrative against police brutality, emphasizing the need to humanize victims and hold law enforcement accountable. A powerful piece capturing the essence of tragedy, grief, and the fight for justice.

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Wellness in the Workplace: How Tiffany Tavarez Empowers Herself and Others in Corporate America

Love Now Media’s Lunch & Love: Love Ambassador Edition saw equal parts of laughter, self-reflection, and wisdom as Syreeta Martin, director of communications, sat down with business executive Tiffany Tavarez for a conversation on what wellness can look like in the workplace. Tavarez, whose resumé boasts accomplishments such as Philadelphia Business Journal’s Top Forty Under 40, serves as the Senior Vice President of Technology Diverse Segments, Representation and Inclusion for Wells Fargo.

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Turning Self-Love into Songs: How Deleqúa Uses Music as a Means of Motivation

As a Black transgender woman, Deleqúa creates music to motivate herself and her community. She cited Beyoncé, whose recent album and subsequent tour share similar ideals of both Black and queer empowerment, as a major inspiration. From the way Deleqúa performs her tracks down to the meticulously planned release of her projects, the singer aims to create a deep connection with her audience, detailing that “we all have love languages, mine is my art.”

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