When I first started building my online presence and establishing credibility, the norm was clear: create a business page for your work and keep your personal life separate.
For years, I followed this rule religiously. My business page was strictly professional—just nursing, leadership, and all things work-related.
Meanwhile, my personal page was where the real me lived.
But let me tell you, living this double life was exhausting.
Keeping everything separate isn’t just a logistical challenge—it’s an emotional one. Because the truth is, I’m not just a nurse.
I’m so much more.
Who I am is the foundation of everything I do. I’m a single mother who balances the demands of parenthood with determination and grace.
I’m a Black Muslim woman, raised in polygyny, whose faith and upbringing taught me resilience, adaptability, and the value of community.
I’m a survivor of domestic violence, and my journey through pain to healing has shaped my strength and empathy for others.
I’m also divorced, a chapter in my life that taught me the importance of self-worth, independence, and rediscovering my identity.
And, above all, I am a nurse—someone who cares deeply and advocates fiercely, both for my patients and my team.
What I do is how I channel my strength, passion, and purpose into the world. I’m a published author, a prolific writer, a natural caregiver, a nurse leader, and an entrepreneur.
These roles allow me to transform my experiences into stories, solutions, and inspiration for others, helping them grow both personally and professionally.
My life experiences—the highs, the lows, and the lessons—are what shaped me into the person I am today.
There were times when balancing this double life felt impossible.
It took the joy out of what I wanted to do, leaving me overwhelmed and disconnected.
I even stepped away from it all for months at a time because the thought of managing it felt like too much.
Over time, I’ve realized something important. Keeping parts of myself hidden wasn’t just exhausting—it was holding me back from truly thriving.
By separating who I am from what I do, I was limiting my own growth, dimming my light, and missing opportunities to connect authentically with others.
But here I am today—fierce and focused, ready to show up fully as myself.
Because I’ve realized that showing you who I truly am is the only way to show you how I got here.
My journey isn’t just about nursing. It’s about resilience, growth, and finding purpose beyond the titles we wear.
So, here’s to stepping out of the shadows and merging my worlds.
Follow me on this journey as I continue to share my story, my insights, and my lessons—not just as a nurse, but as a woman who has lived, struggled, and overcome.
I’m here to help and inspire in more ways than one, and I can’t wait to take this next step with you.
Let’s grow together, one story at a time.
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