#AD Shortly after I celebrated my birthday last month, it hit me, “Girl, you are really in your 30s now”! I immediately started thinking about how I could execute one of my favorite mottos: “if you stay ready, you don’t have to get ready”. Whether it is making sure I “stay ready” in my businesses, my next chapter of life or my self care, it is extremely important that we do the preventative work necessary for us to be successful in the future! Applying that motto to skincare, did you know you should start using retinol in your early 20’s!?! Yep! Although there are many retinol products on the market, PURE retinol achieves the BEST results! Validated by dermatologists, @LorealParis NEW Pure Retinol Night Serum refines and smooths complexion and visibly reduces wrinkles, even deep ones. Grab your @LorealParis NEW Pure Retinol Night Serum at Amazon so your skin can always stay ready for all of life photos, adventures and experiences that lie ahead! #lorealparis What things are you currently doing that will have long term benefits?? …Curious minds want to know! 
I voted...have you?!? Your vote matters! On a side note, where did October go!?! 
Safely sneaking away for a Birthday Getaway... Do you celebrate your birth ”day” or your entire birth”month”? 2020 has made me a birth-month celebrator because I am so much more aware of how precious life is! BTW, I will be chronicling my Getaway all this weekend on my IG Stories! Luggage of Choice: @calpak 
Hello Chapter 32! 🎉 I’ll admit, I have been thinking about Chapter 32 quite a bit over the last couple of months. When Jesus was 32, He was right smack dab in the middle of his ministry! Healing many, doing miracles, drawing crowds and preparing for the most impactful part of his life and mine. I pray that I allow God to continue to mold me, process me and equip me for the amazing work He is doing in me both publicly and privately. That like Jesus, I submit my ways to His and my thoughts to His realizing the only way to true joy, peace and fulfillment is to die to myself so He can live through me (Matthew 16:25). Using Jesus’ words as my own life motto: “Nevertheless, not my will, but thine be done” Luke 22:42. If you would like to celebrate with me, I encourage you to do so by sponsoring a child through @Compassion International. If you have been following me for a while, you may remember I had the privilege of going to Nairobi, Kenya at the end of last year and while there, I was able to spend the day with my Compassion child Shannel and her family. During our visit I was able to get an understanding of how Compassion truly rescues children from poverty through the love of Jesus Christ! COVID-19 is devastating the poor and there has never been as many children awaiting sponsorship as there are today. Feel free to click the link in my bio or visit http://www.compassion.com/chauncea to sponsor your child today. Once you have sponsored your child, come back and tell me all about the child you have chosen! Thank you for being a part of my Digital Family! I love you and thank you in advance for the love, support and connection! Please Note: ALL proceeds go to help a Compassion child. I DO NOT receive any proceeds or compensation. 
Remember the “making banana bread during Quarantine” phase? I personally opted out of doing that but 2020 has afforded me a little extra time to hone in on and discover a few hobbies which include: ...Applying face masks regularly ...Drinking my favorite lemon ginger Kombucha out of a wine glass ...Creating dozens of home decor/organization boards on Pinterest ...and drowning out the world with the Word (unapologetically, it’s Jesus for Me...) Mask of Choice: @rodanandfields Unblemish Clarifying Mask What hobby have you discovered and/or mastered during this time? Do you have any weekend plans? 
...and just like that, Fall is here! Happy First Day of Fall Digital Fam!! 🍂🍁🍂 Earlier today, I was thinking... As the weather becomes cooler, we are going to be forced to stay indoors more and more which can feel confining if we don’t find ways to break up the monotony. I have always enjoyed having the option of working at home, in cafes and coffee shops, in hotel lobby’s, on planes, in the office and shared workspaces. For those of you who work from home, where do you work most comfortably? The kitchen counter? The living room? Perhaps you have a designated home office? Do share! Side Note: My Grandfather took this pic! He wanted to show me how good his photography skills are. How did he do!?! 😝 
Is anyone else surprised Summer is ending so abruptly?!? Although Fall is my favorite season, I am not quite ready to enter the Pumpkin Spice world yet so I am wrapping up the last weekend of summer with 2 of my favorite activities - outdoor dining and people watching (while complying with social distancing practices of course). You still have a few days left - what do you want to accomplish before Fall officially makes its entrance?!? 
#AD It is extremely important that we give ourselves extra grace and extra love during this unique season so if you are like me, you have been taking advantage of this time to participate in a little special pampering and diy treatments. Whether it be hair care, makeup or skincare - @lorealparis has really amazing affordable and effective products that will help you indulge in self-care while taking care of your needs so I am excited to share my top 5 current L’Oreal favorites that I have using during quarantine! The products featured are: L'Oreal Paris Elvive Leave In Conditioner Great for giving your damaged hair a little extra nourishment! L'Oreal Paris Revitalift Triple Power Anti-Aging Face Moisturizer Great for giving your skin a little extra hydration L'Oreal Paris Revitalift Derm Intensives Hyaluronic Acid Face Serum Great for giving your skin a little extra plumping L’Oreal Paris Voluminous Lash Paradise Mascara, Blackest Black Great for giving your lashes a little lifting L'Oreal Paris Infallible 24 Hour Fresh Wear Foundation, Lightweight, Maple Great for giving you skin a little long lasting, lightweight coverage. Check out my stories to hear my thoughts on the products featured! ..and I would love to know what your favorite way to show yourself love is during quarantine? Products mentioned can be found at your local @Walmart! #walmartbeauty #lorealparis #lorealmakeup #lorealhair #lorealskin 
There is a vast difference between being still and being stagnant. At the beginning of the pandemic, I strongly sensed God was instructing me to be still and to accomplish two important things while doing so: (1) Greater submission to Him and (2) Developing a customized strategy for how to be prepared for these times of uncertainty. I received instructions on how I should structure my life and business for what lies ahead and while I was applying the principles to my life, I realized that some of them were not only useful for me, they could be beneficial to you as well. I will be sharing the instructions I received regarding my business as a Speaker at @together4.15. Together 4:15 is a virtual conference taking place on Friday, August 28, 2020. Together 4:15 is made up of incredible Women of Faith who have amazing gifts and they will be discussing the things God has placed on their hearts from their varying areas of expertise. As one of the speakers selected for this timely event, I will be sharing “FREE Ways you can transform your business in a Pandemic.” If you have a service or product based online business and you use your website or social media platforms to grow your business, THIS SESSION IS FOR YOU!! I believe this information will help you be anchored, well equipped and aid you in approaching this next season with confidence as you are empowered and armed with the tools you need to FULLY step into who God has both called and created you to be personally, spiritually and professionally. Check out the link in my bio to read more and sign up today! Also, don’t forget to use Coupon Code CHAUNCEA10 for $10 OFF! What personal and/or professional goals have you been tackling during the Pandemic? Oh and also… ARE YOU COMING?? Let’s talk about it! #Together415 #together415women #chaunceaspeaks 
The last few weeks have been quite hectic so I am looking forward to jumping into my weekend self-care routine free of emails and Zoom Calls! @pinkempower Dazzling Hair, Skin and Nails Gummies are the perfect companion for helping me tackle self-care internally while my beauty products take care of all my needs externally. Currently available at www.Target.com, The Dazzling Hair, Skin & Nails Gummies has an effective blend of Biotin, Collagen, and Vitamin C & E. The subtle sweet strawberry taste has no artificial flavors, is non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free and looks super cute in your medicine cabinet. Did you make time for self-care this weekend? What did you do? 
Wrapping up the rest of my work week picnic style. What creative ways are you safely soaking up summer? Side Note: if you decide to do this - go outside after 6pm (the heat is friendlier) and if you are a mosquito magnet like me, bring bug spray (mosquitos seem to lovvve my juicy ankles)! Whew! This week was one for the books! 😪 Thank God it’s Friday! 🙌🏽😩🙌🏽 
Like many of you, I have experienced more changes in the last few months than I have in my entire life. So as we settle in to July, I am learning to “lean in” to life as a whole and it has been quite the journey, to put it mildly. I am learning how to lean into people I love that are no longer here… Leaning into the reconstructive work God is doing in me… Leaning into the revolutionary work God is doing in this world right now.. Leaning into the changes… period... It is extremely important that we find comfort in the discomfort as we are reminded that every ending results in a new beginning. Embrace the shift we have unexpectedly entered into while continuing to trust our intentional and unconventional God. We can make it through our various changes when we prepare, process and participate. What have you been leaning into during this season? What books, scriptures and social media accounts have you discovered that have helped you “lean in” during this time? Leave them in the comments below. 🍉