10/29/2026
It's Thursday, and in honor of Stroke Day, I want to share something personal. 💗
In 2016, while I was teaching, I experienced a stroke.
Me. A nurse. Someone who spent so much time educating others about their health and the importance of taking care of themselves.
And there I was, having to face the reality that I needed to practice what I preached.
I was carrying stress, showing up for everybody, pushing through, and not giving myself the same attention I encouraged others to give themselves.
That experience changed the way I looked at my life.
I'm incredibly thankful that I walked away without any lingering effects. But I didn't walk away without a lesson.
It was time for me to find my peace. And this time, I needed to protect it.
Now, as a nurse and restorative life coach, I want women to understand something: Stroke prevention is about more than just managing stress.
Know your blood pressure. Understand your cholesterol and blood sugar. Move your body. Get adequate sleep. Avoid smoking. Keep up with your medical appointments. And please, pay attention when your body is telling you something isn't right.
Remember BE FAST: Balance changes, Eye or vision changes, Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulties — Time to call 911. Sudden symptoms are an emergency, even if they go away.
And while meditation cannot guarantee stroke prevention or replace medical care, learning to manage stress and creating intentional moments of rest can be meaningful parts of your overall wellness routine.
I didn't create Hip Hop Meditation because it was trendy. I created it because I understand what it means to need peace in your life.
So here's my question for you: Are you waiting for life to force you to slow down, or are you ready to make that decision for yourself?
💗 My Private Hip Hop Meditation Experience is available in person for $85 per hour, with a four-session package for $250.
An entire hour dedicated to YOU. Your breathing. Your relaxation. Your peace.
Book your private session at www.trickyroyalty.com.
Because you deserve to experience peace before life demands that you find it.