Author page: Maya Daniel

Er hat mich fast zerstört – mit süßen Worten, heimlichen Besuchen und einer Liebe, die sich als Manipulation entpuppte. Sieben Jahre lang verlor ich mich selbst, glaubte, endlich gesehen und geliebt zu werden, nur um im Schatten zu verschwinden. Doch ich bin noch hier. Ich heile, ich schreibe, ich stehe wieder auf – nicht für…

Before I open the doors fully to May, I need to take a moment to say goodbye to April. And not just a casual goodbye, but a heartfelt one. April 2025 was the month. A month filled with reflection, revelation, transformation, and grace. A month I will never forget. It challenged me deeply, brought up…

As I approach my 37th birthday on June 27, I find myself reflecting on this decade—a time that I once thought would be filled with milestones and achievements, but instead often feels like an emotional rollercoaster. Each year comes with its challenges, and this year feels particularly daunting. It’s as if I’ve reached a crossroads:…

Hello, beautiful souls! In my pursuit of true happiness and peace, I’ve come to understand that this journey originates from my upbringing. Growing up in a big family, my childhood was filled with constant action and noise. Now, for the first time, I’m living alone. This newfound solitude has granted me the space, time, knowledge, and…

Have you ever felt the thrill of moving out, only to be met by the deafening silence of solitude? Moving out can be one of the most exhilarating experiences of your life. The thrill of picking out new furniture, setting up your space, and establishing new routines fills you with excitement and hope. You envision…

WHY I STARTED THE CHALLENGE To be honest, I started the #gymshark66 challenge because I followed several influencers whose lifestyles I admire. I look up to them; I love the way they live their lives and their commitment to fitness. This is exactly the lifestyle I want for myself. I was tired of constantly complaining about…

Day One of 2025: What If This Year Changes Everything? What if this year holds the key to transforming not just my body, but my entire life? As I sit down to reflect on the first day of 2025, a stirring in my heart hints that something profound is about to unfold. I began my day with…

I am a Black woman, and in my diversity lies an incomparable beauty. In every smile, every gesture, and every glance, I express my uniqueness. My skin, in a warm caramel tone, tells stories of heritage and resilience. It is not just a color but a vibrant expression of my identity and my roots. I…

Hey, everyone! I've been reflecting on something that's been weighing on my mind lately. Have you noticed how today's beauty ideals are so often defined by outer appearances, especially focusing on the butt? It feels like so many of us—myself included—think we need a big butt to be considered beautiful. It's wild! I remember a…

I am overwhelmed with a deep, indescribable pride. Proud to be a light and a role model for the next generation. Proud of the precious experiences that life has gifted me—moments that have shaped and molded me, giving me the strength I possess today. Proud to be part of such a significant and vibrant community…

Mother wounds are the invisible scars that lie deep within our souls. They are the painful memories of rejection, neglect, loss, and a lack of unconditional love. They represent the unfulfilled yearnings for warmth, security, and understanding that we so desperately needed as children but never fully received. They are the silent cries in the…