33 | The Power of Black Literature with Harmony Tamaalevea

Today, we’re talking to Harmony Tamaalevea, the founder of The Literacy Lounge. The Literacy Lounge is a monthly subscription box that highlights Black literature while promoting reading as a means to a less stressful life. Getting diagnosed with Lupus at age 18 shaped her outlook on life, and helped her shift her perspective on all things health and wellness. This episode will inspire you to see self-care in a whole new way. In this episode, we talk about… The importance of promoting and celebrating Black literature. How an autoimmune diagnosis inspired The Literacy Lounge. Why reading is so important for self-care. How to make your business idea come to life (even if you’re young!) RESOURCES: The Literacy Lounge Website Follow The Literacy Lounge on Instagram: @literacyloungebox Like The Literacy Lounge on Facebook Follow The Literacy Lounge on Twitter: @litloungebox Join the Balanced Black Girl Book Club If you like this episode, please leave a rating and review on iTunes. Keep in touch with Les on Instagram @balancedles, follow the show @balancedblackgirlpodcast, and join the Balanced Black Girl Podcast Community on Facebook. PS: If you really want to take your year to the next level, snag our free glow-up guide. This free guide has everything you need to implement a self-care practice that works. You’ll get daily journal worksheets, inspiring quotes, affirmations, and a bonus workout. Get the guide HERE.Our Sponsors:* Check out Babbel: http://babbel.com/balancedSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/balanced-black-girl/donationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.