Growing up, I often felt like an outsider in this world that didn't quite understand my identity. In college, I was fortunate to meet and befriend some amazing people that were Black and queer. It was in these queer spaces that I found my tribe—people who understood the struggles, the truth, and the beautiful intricacies of being Black and queer.

I needed a change because I wanted more from my day. I didn’t like the feeling of getting out of bed just in time for work. This left so little time for things I actually enjoy. The goal was to start waking up earlier to spend time with myself before giving energy to others.