I have naturally curly hair, and for most of my life, it felt like something I had to manage or hide, especially growing up around people with straight hair. I used to constantly put it up, trying to make it blend in rather than stand out. But over time, I’ve started embracing it for what it is: unique, expressive, and a part of my identity. Learning how to care for and style it on my own terms has been such a confidence shift. Now, wearing it down feels less like a risk and more like a quiet form of self-acceptance.

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I’ve developed social content for a range of brands, from Rowdy Magazine’s punchy, Gen Z-focused posts to client work at IseMedia, where I tailored content to fit each brand’s tone and audience goals. What I’ve learned is that engagement comes from striking a balance between relevance and originality. Whether I’m turning a niche TikTok trend into a brand moment or writing carousel captions that feel like a conversation, I approach each piece with intention. My focus is always on making people pause, relate, and interact, not just scroll past.