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Roots & Wings


Living in a Way That Does Not Invite No | Intentional Living
The most painful no is not the one spoken by the world.
It’s the one we quietly earn by refusing to prepare for the life we say we want.
Michelle Farley
Jan 93 min read


Yes, I Want to Win
That longing used to make me uncomfortable. Somewhere along the way, humility got tangled up with pretending you do not want the big thing, the loud thing, the shiny thing. But ambition, when it is rooted in purpose, is not arrogance. It is honesty.
Michelle Farley
Sep 16, 20253 min read


How Walking 3-4 Miles a Day Rewired My Creativity (and My Life)| Michelle Elaine
Michelle Farley stretching before a 3-mile walk to boost energy and spark creativity. It started with a single mile.On my walking pad....
Michelle Farley
Aug 11, 20254 min read


How I made a short film in under 32 hours with nothing but an idea, an iPhone, and a little creative nerve.
At 43, I know what it means to put your dreams on pause. Not because you stopped believing—but because life asked you to prioritize...
Michelle Farley
Apr 22, 20252 min read


When Creativity Feels Blocked: A Personal Story on Burnout & Reset
I'm learning this season isn’t about performance. It's about posture. Maybe I’m not here to produce—but to listen.
Michelle Farley
Mar 25, 20253 min read


The Urgency of Rest: How Black Women Can Reclaim Health and Joy in 2025
A Love Song to the Weary Ones She rise, she run, she give, she go. And somewhere between duty and daylight, she forgets herself. She says...
Michelle Farley
Feb 20, 20254 min read


11 Ways to Build a Business That Serves, Solves, and Shapes Futures
God’s timing is perfect, and no government or corporation holds more power than a community.
Michelle Farley
Jan 28, 20254 min read


Oooh, Child: Raising an Empath in Tumultuous Times
Raising an empath in turbulent times: How I teach my son to protect his peace and feel deeply without carrying the weight alone.
Michelle Farley
Oct 29, 20243 min read


Finding Your Purpose is the Real Plot Twist
We live in a world that tells us to chase success, to follow the money. But that’s not what life is about.
Michelle Farley
Oct 15, 20243 min read


From Confusion to Confidence: A Letter to My 20-Something Self
A letter to my 20-something self on love, career, health, and finding strength through life’s unexpected challenges.
Michelle Farley
Oct 2, 20243 min read


Mornings That Matter: How I’m Taking Control of My Time and My Life
But here’s the thing: I don’t want to blend in. I’m not here to play by the old rules. I’m here to rewrite them.
Michelle Farley
Aug 21, 20242 min read


My Value Isn’t Tied to My Task List: A Love Letter to Myself
I am not a list of tasks. I am not a human doing. I am a human being, and that is more than enough.
Michelle Farley
Aug 9, 20242 min read


Getting Out of My Head and Into the Creative Feedback Process
This week has been a whirlwind of stepping out of my comfort zone and seeking feedback from people who matter. Sometimes, hearing from peers
Michelle Farley
Jul 26, 20243 min read


The Balancing Act: Family, Career, and Creative Chaos
Balancing a 9-5 job, a creative business, wifely duties, and motherhood. Some days, I’m just trying not to drown in the sea of tasks.
Michelle Farley
Jul 16, 20242 min read


Finding My Stride: My Comeback 5K Run
This run marked my comeback, beautifully flawed and triumphantly imperfect as any first step back can be.
Michelle Farley
Jan 19, 20242 min read


The Strength in Hush
Silence has always been my sanctuary. In those quiet moments, I found solace, clarity, and purpose.
Michelle Farley
Oct 17, 20232 min read


Trusting My Gut and Leaning into Certainty
Do you ever look back on your life and find those pivotal moments that shape who you are today? Moments that teach you profound life...
Michelle Farley
Jul 25, 20232 min read


Navigating the Struggles and Aspirations of Artists: Reflections on the Current Industry Strikes
The challenges faced by artists in the wake of these strikes are formidable, but so is the collective strength of our voices and the power.
Michelle Farley
Jul 19, 20232 min read


Your Birthday is the Ultimate New Year Celebration with Vision Board Guide.
Make this year your best yet!
Michelle Farley
Jul 13, 20232 min read


Keke is Not the Problem
Keke was oozing that "Mama has a life too" energy, and let me tell you, myself and countless others were here for it all!
Michelle Farley
Jul 6, 20232 min read
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