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💅🏽 Why Class Has Never Been for Sale
Culture said it best. That line isn’t just a clever bar—it’s a whole thesis. And in a world where excess is often mistaken for elegance, it’s worth repeating: Class is earned through presence, not purchases.

Lakya Garrison
6 days ago2 min read


Gracefully Guarded (Part II): The Quiet Strength of Self-Forgiveness
Self-forgiveness didn't come quickly- it rarely does when you're someone who holds yourself to high standards. I had to remind myself that extending compassion inward isn't weakness; it's wisdom. The moment I compromised wasn't a betrayal of who I am - it was a reminder of how easy it is to slip when you just want peace, connection, or understanding. What mattered more than the misstep was how I responded to it.

Lakya Garrison
Jun 302 min read


Gracefully Guarded: Why Setting and Navigating Boundaries is the Highest Form of Self-Respect
Setting boundaries is more than just a form of self-care; it's a fundamental expression of self-respect - It's self-respect in motion. Friendships and romantic connections may challenge these boundaries, but staying firm is where true inner peace begins.

Lakya Garrison
Jun 193 min read


Navigating Changes in DEI Policies: A Personal Perspective
Navigating Changes in DEI Policies

Lakya Garrison
Jan 223 min read


The Power of Calm: A Lesson in Anger Management
A valuable lesson in the importance of managing anger and staying calm.

Lakya Garrison
Oct 29, 20242 min read


Navigating Uninvited Situations with Grace and Etiquette
Good Etiquette Practices for Uninvited Situations:

Lakya Garrison
Jul 4, 20244 min read


How to Dress for an Evening Ballet: A Guide to Elegance and Comfort
Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you dress appropriately for an evening ballet.

Lakya Garrison
Jun 18, 20243 min read


The Quest for Civility: A Journey Through the World of Etiquette - Part 5: Remorse - To Release and Relive
Dwelling on remorse can trap us in a cycle of negative emotions and hinder our ability to move forward.

Lakya Garrison
Mar 8, 20245 min read


The Quest for Civility: A Journey Through the World of Etiquette - Part 4: Gossip Is Not Gospel.
Gossiping is a common behavior that can have negative consequences. In this blog post, I will explain how these actions are bad etiquette.

Lakya Garrison
Mar 1, 20246 min read


The Quest for Civility: A Journey Through the World of Etiquette - Part 3: B is for Boundaries.
Practicing good etiquette by setting boundaries that aid us in creating and maintaining healthy relationships with all others.

Lakya Garrison
Feb 22, 20244 min read


The Quest for Civility: A Journey Through the World of Etiquette - Part 2: The Art of Going Through Doors.
This series illustrates examples of how bad etiquette can lead to negative outcomes, and how good etiquette can create positive results.

Lakya Garrison
Feb 15, 20244 min read


A Good Name is More Desirable
Over the years I have been able to glean from and sit under the teachings of some very highly esteemed individuals. They have either...

Lakya Garrison
Jun 28, 20233 min read


Wardrobe Inclusivity: Men in Blouses = Women in Suits
Men in blouses are today's women in suits. I'd like to explain why this shift is important for our time.

JaiBlu
Jun 13, 20232 min read


Everybody at my Party is VIP
We love to party, right? Family reunions, neighborhood street parties, barbeques even the occasional basement get togethers. It doesn't...

Lakya Garrison
Apr 26, 20233 min read


Been So Long...
On occasion you may come across an old acquaintance. The both of you are happy to see each other. You look them over - My how they've...

Lakya Garrison
Apr 18, 20233 min read
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