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This is my Christmas present to myself this year - something I’ve wanted to do since I was 12 years old. Ever since the first time I saw the blue skinned poet #Nightcrawler. Today I had the guts to go full on superhero mode. 👨🏼‍🎤 . . I’m giving myself permission to do what I want, when I want, and for my own joy because we only get one go in this body right? Live it up! . . Now, I’m going to peace out, #digitaldetox, and throw my #hoodofhustle on until next year. Time for a clearing. Time to wrap up all this work I’ve been doing so I can bring this movement manual for mental health into the world. See you all in 2019, with a book deal in my hand. 👁⚡️👁 . . So many thanks to @urbanheaddress @soonbeautylab for making this life long dream a reality. Much love #humanheroes and happy holidays.

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I found myself this year. I really can’t ask for anything else. Happy Holidays #humanheroes 🎄🌟 . . Well, there is one thing I’ve always wanted to do... #staytuned #motivationmonday #transformationtuesday #gratitude #2018 #keepmoving #trustyourprocess #humanheroes

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An old Cherokee is teaching his grandson about life: . . “A fight is going on inside me,” he said to the boy. “It is a terrible fight and it is between two wolves. One is evil–he is anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego.” . . He continued, “The other is good – he is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion, and faith. The same fight is going on inside you- and inside every other person, too.” . . The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather: “Which wolf will win?” The old Cherokee simply replied, “The one you feed.” . . Feed the good 🐺. Starve the bad. Nobody can hurt you without your permission. #gandi #dothework #hoodofhustle #humanheroes #2019 📸 @clermontave

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Good energy... grounded energy.... grateful energy. That’s how I’m feeling finishing up 2018. It seemed to be a rough year for a lot of Us. Big changes. Lots of doors closing, lots of chapters ending. So much good is coming #humanheroes. Keep movin’. Don’t give up. Hustle for want you want. The best is yet to come. #movementformentalhealth #throwbackthursday #hawaii #getoutside #besttravelpartner @yvekang

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A few weeks ago @wework hired me to create some original pieces(swipe across) for @afrotech, a tech conference held every year for people of color that work or are interested in tech. . . We got t-shirts, stickers, journals, hoodies, and panels!!! It was amazing and surreal to see my work all over the place, to finally be able to say that I am a working artist, and most importantly, to shine light on women and people of color as they step into their power. . . A few people asked me what was my Inspiration? Simple, I love color. I want to support and encourage humans still fighting for a fair day. We need more @blackpanther more @wonderwomanfilm more @marvelslukecage more black superheroes and female superheroes. Time to come together. All of Us. #humanheroes #staywoke #artist #graphicdesign #afrotech #wework Ps. Ive gifted a lot to my friends but I still have some shirts, journals, and stickers. Want an exclusive tee? Let me know.

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What’s up Human Heroes! . . In the spirit of #givingtuesday tonight I’m riding for @ichallengemyselfnyc. @solfireclothing and @chelseapiersfitness partnered up to support this awesome organization. . . @ichallengemyselfnyc creates fitness programs for high schoolers here in NY to help them stay healthy both in mind and body. Movement for mental health, that’s what #humanheroes is all about! . . Did you give today? Did you donate to a cause that resonates with you- can you give your time, your energy, and/or a few bucks? Can you spare what you would pay for a coffee? Head to the link in my bio to boost my ride. (Please be patient, the site is a bit slow.) We can all give. #give #humanheroes #movementformentalhealth #charity #donate

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YaYa can be one picky pup so I’m always grateful when I find helathy treats that she will eat. #sponsored These @wildearthpets dog treats only have a few ingredients like peanut butter, rosemary, and chicory root. Fresh breathe...🤤 They are made with koji, an ancient Asian fungi 🍄 that people eat everyday! It’s used in lots of Japanese food and drink, like soy sauce and sake. It’s clean. It’s high in protein. It’s good for the environment. Plus… it helps with all the nervous poopers out there. Wild Earth, Keeping your dog regular since 2018. 🙃 #humansbestfriend #rescuedog #adoptdontshop #wildearth

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DISCLAIMER: Please don’t show this photo to my dog. She gets jealous. . . This is Louie, one of my roommates during my stay in Hawaii. 👽 This dude was sooo cuddly. More than any cat I’ve ever been around, ever. . . I’m definitely a dog person. Most cats tend to be really moody and require you to earn their affection. Not these guys. Sphynx cats are like giant cuddly thumbs. 👍🏼👍🏼 If you’re looking for a pet - don’t have the time for a dog, and your allergic to cat hair, these creatures are ready for your love. #adoptdontshop #sphynx #sphynxcat #catsofinstagram #guysandcats #cereal 📸 @yvekang

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Stan Lee was the hero of heroes. He imagined and created a world of champions that I’ve looked to for guidance since I was a little boy. They infused me with a drive to reach and reaaachh, and push the boundaries of art, culture, personal and global responsibility. . . He used his creativity to shed light on topics like bigotry and the abuse of power in a way that no one else could. His stories of good and evil, the epic quests to achieve self-mastery, are mirrors to the hero, and villain, that exist in every one of us. . . The world has lost a great man. A Great, Great man. I’m going to honor him by continuing to explore that it means to be a human and a hero - to bring those two universal concepts closer and closer together. He was a mentor, even a father to be in certain ways. . . “You know, my motto is ‘Excelsior.’ That’s an old word that means ‘upward and onward to greater glory.’ It’s on the seal of the state of New York. Keep moving forward, and if it’s time to go, it’s time. Nothing lasts forever.” . . Excelsior sir. #stanlee #rip #marveluniverse #heroofheroes

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It must be a combo of good food, good people, good choices, and lots and lots of movement... that is making me feel fucking great. . . Trust your instincts #humanheroes. There is a powerful energy inside of you, that lives in your heart not your head. This power wants you to thrive - to be filled with joy, and strength, and kindness, and creativity. You will ALWAYS be your best teacher. When this energy SPEAKS ⚡️ BE STILL 🧘🏽‍♀️and LISTEN 👂🏼. #feelinggood #feelingmyself #mentalheath #mentalhealthawareness #mycalvins

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I used to train for aesthetics. Purely for aesthetic. Working out brought me validation in a way nothing else ever had. It brought me a career. It brought me attention. It brought me power over others. I became addicted to the result and the work became secondary. . . Now, it’s the opposite. Power over my mind is the only power I want to carry. Training, teaching, moving, breathing is the journey and that’s all that matters, because that’s really all there is - the journey, the people, the places, and the feelings that I move through or sit with. . . Today my heart was challenged. It felt like it was going to burst out of my chest. I remembered my training and sat in virasana or Heroes pose. I spoke to my heart by way of my breathe. It slowed. My mind slowed. I was in control. I opened my eyes and any residual fear became fuel. Fuel for building the best version of myself. Movement is the gateway to mastering the mind and what better way to master your mind than by slamming a heavy ass ball into a heavy ass wall. 👁⚡️👁 . . 30lbs wall slams - 3 sets 5 on each side - 10 total Superset with tire flips #masteryourmind #humanheroes #getafterit #nooneelsewill #transformationtuesday 📸 @clermontave

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Need some encouragement? A boost? A push to get you rolling through this week? Here you go! . . 500lb sled pushes for leg day(Monday). Gotta get these things in werewolf shape for Halloween, a holiday I love but stepped away from for too long for a bunch of silly, self-conscious reasons. . . I’ve been walking around all day with these contacts in and all the double takes (and occasional smiles) were well worth the 30 bucks I paid for them. This is one of the few opportunities we have each year to let our freak flags fly! I missed you Halloween- it’s great to spend time with you again. 👻 #motivationmonday #movementmonday #legday #sledpush #halloween 📸 @clermontave