Let That Bayou Magic Lead: My Sizzlin’ January Lessons

Down here in Louisiana, I have learned not to waste my breath trying to drag folks where they don’t wanna go. Here are a few things that I have learned in the month of January to carry me along the way for this year in no order.

If someone’s stubborn as a cypress stump, then why wear yourself out? Save your spark for what ignites your excitement.

Show up bold, show up proud, and cher in your own way. Learn how to better show up for you! This is your Mardi Gras celebration, so toss those beads however you please!

When your mind starts racing like gators down in the bayou, crank up that zydeco or bounce music. Let the rhythm use you to carry those crazy ass thoughts away. You’re bound to overthink, Sha, but let the music beat soothe you.

Listen, when life gets heavy, grab a word search puzzle book and let your mind wander a bit. Sometimes you gotta let your brain stretch out like mama had to do those leftovers for a few days.

You already have everything you need, sha. Walk tall, move with intention. Let the world see you glow. Your confidence is spicier than a hot bowl of seafood jambalaya. Do not forget it.

Keep your words short and sweet, like a good piece of pecan candy. There is no need to explain yourself to anybody. Your energy is gold! Sha, do not spend it on what does not feed you.

Let’s get one thing straight as well. Putting yourself first is not selfish. It is wise to do. Let this year start and end with your well-being prioritized. Like Mama always says, “You can’t pour from an empty gumbo pot, baby.”

Do not neglect that glow! Invest in your smile, your skin, and lord knows, your crown! Every southern queen deserves to radiate from head to toe.

Oh, and yes, rock that promise ring on your left hand every single day! That is your sacred pledge to love yourself through thick and thin and I am talking through the storms and sunshine.

An apple a day might keep the doctor away. But down here, we toss in a little cayenne pepper just for the kick. Keep it spicy, keep it true, and let that Louisiana magic lead you all the way through February.

Stay bold, stay beautiful, and remember this; the bayou is in your blood and the world is yours, ‘sha! 

Song for the month that I had on replay this month: