Embracing Life: Celebrating Resilience & Joy

Y’all, I am alive and better than I have been in years! So much has happened this past year that I decided to take December for myself; I rested and celebrated my birthday throughout the month. Now to kick off the New Year, let me talk my shit. 

First and foremost, let me reintroduce myself to you. I am Kareema Weaver, The Misunderstood Afro-Muslimah. When I first began my blog, I was insecure and unsure of myself. I sought understanding and validation from all the wrong places and viewed my life as a series of unfortunate events. But now, I stand before you as a natural-born survivor, living life on my own terms and embracing my identity with confidence.

There is absolutely nothing unfortunate about my existence! All the adversity, trials, and tribulations prove I am powerful beyond measure. Regardless of what I am going through, I consistently find a way to show up with a big, bright smile and try my best to do a little something. But this past year, I had to do a lot to fight for my life, mentally, physically, spiritually, and emotionally all at the same damn time. 

Almost dying in the hospital in excruciating pain felt like life was giving me a personal challenge. I needed to do more than survive; it was time to thrive! I promised myself that if I made it home, I would be highly intentional with my life for myself. Every day, I wake up intending to be better and stronger in all aspects. I refused to take myself for granted, and in the process, I could finally answer who I am and what I want. 

I am wild and fearless; I live for the plot and enjoy saying the most inappropriate shit always. But what truly empowers me is my positivity and resilience. I love that I can find a way to put a pretty bow on it regardless of what life throws at me. Simultaneously saying the most cruel and morbid things with a smile and laugh. I want to continue living life fearlessly and exploring different aspects of myself. My goal is never to be understood; I love being so secure with myself that others’ opinions of me are none of my business. I am finally giving myself the love and validation I sought in others.

Welcome to the new era of The Misunderstood Afro-Muslimah. It will be an elevated experience! I spent the past year focusing on my healing and joy, and I created a lifestyle out of it. I have survived and healed, and now I am ready to thrive!

Grab some tea and herbal delight, take notes, and feel free to ask plenty of questions. I have a lot to say. 

Bless it be the Fruit.