Zenobia Jeffries Warfield

Did you grow up hearing the words, “Fix your face?” Maybe you had the nerve to look disappointed because you didn't get your way? Maybe your lips were poked out. Your brow was furrowed. Your eyes were saying everything your mouth couldn’t. The message was clear, though: Whatever is happening inside of you, don't let it show like that. Perhaps there was wisdom in it. Maybe the adult person saying this to you, likely your mother or grandmother, was teaching you how to compose yourself, how to...

For years, my work was to pay attention to what was happening in the world. I was a journalist and editor, telling stories about social injustice and the people working to make sense of—and change—the systems shaping their lives. I began my journalism career in 2007 at a community newspaper in Detroit, Michigan, covering social injustice and the impact local and state government had on its residents. Later, I joined an independent, nonprofit national magazine as its racial justice editor,...

Summer arrives with a unique energy. The days grow longer, the sun shines brighter, and the world seems to invite us outdoors. But this shift in season can also bring challenges—heat, restlessness, and sometimes a sense of imbalance. I’ve found that embracing this change with mindful practices helps me stay grounded, connected to my body, and more aware of my mind. In this post, I’ll share how to ease into summer with simple, nurturing habits. I’ll also introduce a few helpful tools that...