Life, Style & Everything in Between
Some things we talk about openly. Others we prefer to keep to ourselves. And then there are the topics we all have opinions about, but don’t always say out loud.
Welcome to According to Jennifer. A space where I share my thoughts, experiences and perspective on life. From career and entrepreneurship to fashion, beauty, relationships, personal growth and everything in between.
I write about what captures my attention, what inspires me and what makes me think. Sometimes personal, sometimes bold, sometimes with a touch of humor. Not to convince everyone to agree with me, but to offer a different perspective.
Because there’s always another side to every story. And sometimes, all it takes is a different point of view to see something in an entirely new light.
My thoughts. My perspective. According to Jennifer.
The strong black woman. Independent, resilient, ambitious, and always capable of standing on her own two feet. A woman who keeps going when life gets...
This morning, I stood in front of the mirror, and my eyes immediately went to my stomach. That one part of my body I’m not...
Single mother. Two words, and sometimes it feels as though people immediately fill in the rest of your story for you. As if they already...
Some dreams are big. Owning a home, building a successful career, or traveling the world. And then there are dreams that may seem smaller but...
“Take it easy”. It’s something I’ve heard my entire life. From teachers, colleagues, friends, and probably even people who have only just met me. Apparently,...
Somewhere along the way, people started confusing femininity and softness with weakness. As if feminine energy means you always have to be calm, quiet and...
Some trends disappear quickly, while others somehow always manage to make a comeback. That is exactly what is happening with polka dots right now. This...
In the past, I dealt with a narcissist. I doubted myself, felt empty and exhausted, and genuinely thought I was the one losing my mind....
If you had told me a year ago that I would be celibate for an entire year, I probably would have laughed at you. I...
