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Black audiences support local artists performing live with guitars, drums, and stage lighting in an urban creative venue.
Posted by Bess Obarotimi | October 28, 2025
Do Black Audiences Support Local Artists?

Exploring why Black audiences support local artists less often, the roots of this mindset, and how community investment can change the culture.

Bess Obarotimi standing in soft light, symbolising reflection and the inner journey of shadow work and self-growth.
Posted by Bess Obarotimi | October 27, 2025
The Work You Can’t Avoid

Awaken to your true self. Discover shadow work and the inner growth that begins when you face yourself with love and courage.

Ayesha Curry Marriage- Screenshot of Ayesha Curry and host Alex Cooper during the Call Her Daddy podcast episode titled “Marriage, Motherhood and My Identity.
Posted by Bess Obarotimi | October 15, 2025
Ayesha Curry Marriage: The Real Conversation About Love, Pressure & Reality

Ayesha Curry marriage: an honest look at love, pressure, and what it really takes to make a relationship last.

A black-and-white childhood photo of a young girl holding a bottle, used as the hero image for the story She Used to Talk to Herself — a story about loneliness and finding her voice.
Posted by Bess Obarotimi | October 13, 2025
She Used to Talk to Herself: A Story About Loneliness and Finding Her Voice

She used to talk to herself but because it was the only way to be truly heard. What began as childhood habit became a quiet act of self-understanding.

Black women raising fists in protest, symbolising strength and resistance to patriarchy in public
Posted by Bess Obarotimi | October 11, 2025
Patriarchy in Public: A Lesson from One Couple’s Conversation

Patriarchy in public laid bare on a train ride. A couple’s loud conversation reveals why women forget their power and how society keeps us small.

A creative collage representing The Art of Solitude, featuring a woman exuding quiet confidence and power in silence and stillness
Posted by Bess Obarotimi | October 2, 2025
The Art of Solitude: Finding Power in Silence and Introversion

The Art of Solitude reveals how introversion, silence, and solitude can be powerful sources of strength, energy, and inner confidence.

A diverse group of women sitting together on the ground in coordinated fashion, representing themes of Black feminism, activism, empowerment, and art.
Posted by Bess Obarotimi | September 14, 2025
My Four Phases: Black Feminism, Activism, No and Art

A voice note on My Four Phases - Black feminism, activism, my Year of No, and art. A personal journey of empowerment, rebellion, and growth.

Bess Obarotimi — a warning to trailblazers to take your power back
Posted by Bess Obarotimi | August 30, 2025
A Warning

A warning to trailblazers to take your power back — stop waiting for recognition and live boldly, on your terms.

Astra Higherlove and Bess Obarotimi organising a Women Empowerment Event in London 2025
Posted by Bess Obarotimi | May 30, 2025
Organising a Women Empowerment Event in London 2025

Unmissable Women Empowerment Event in London 2025! Unleash joy, wealth & power. Get ready to transform your life from within.

Bess Obarotimi symbolising the power to stop self sabotaging
Posted by Bess Obarotimi | May 29, 2025
The Self Sabotaging Mistake That’s Blocking Your Power

Stop self sabotaging and unlock your inner power. Discover the mindset shift that will help you create without doubt, fear, or limitation.