Lauren Velocity-Hamilton, recognized for her vibrant character we noticed on the hit present Love is Blind and dedication to empowering ladies, lately mirrored on her experiences and future endeavors. “I’m feeling nice. I am feeling like I am on cloud 9,” she says, radiating enthusiasm. “I like seeing the ladies begin to really feel empowered, watching the actions and the way everybody’s connecting and constructing a neighborhood, even connecting with the audio system. That is such a terrific initiative. It has been a tremendous occasion, and I am so honored to be part of it.”
Lauren’s involvement with Marshalls was a pure match. “Marshalls truly reached out and mentioned, ‘Hey, we’re gonna be in Atlanta. We all know you reside in Atlanta. It is a nice initiative. We’d like to have you ever.’ I mentioned, ‘Say much less, I’m there.’ I imply, that is actually every thing that I stand for. It simply made sense.”
Constructing her neighborhood has been an important a part of her journey. “My neighborhood is constructed via connecting with like-minded individuals. Being a inventive myself, I do a whole lot of various things, and it is necessary for me to attach with individuals who perceive me, who can pour into me, and I can pour into them. It is also about loyalty and constructing with individuals you have began with, increasing and rising collectively. It is so rewarding.” Lauren values sustaining relationships from her previous, particularly with those that have supported her from the start. “Plenty of instances, individuals say you outgrow your childhood associates, however typically these are the realest ones. My assistant is my good friend first. We’re each from Detroit, and I mentioned, ‘ what? I need assistance. Assist me.’ She’s such a blessing in my life. She’s my proper hand.”
Navigating an interracial relationship has been a rewarding expertise for Lauren. “It has been a blessing for me. Interracial relationships will be difficult, do not get me mistaken. However me and Cam give attention to the issues now we have in widespread. Our variations enrich us. I did not know what a mince meat pie was, however now I do. I’ve taken him to Detroit, and it has been a gorgeous alternate of cultures, information, and mixing households. It is all the time attention-grabbing however very rewarding.”
Wanting forward, Lauren is bold and decided. “I need to take over the world! Me and Cam are literally engaged on a podcast about relationships—courting, marriage, and self-care. A wholesome relationship with your self is crucial earlier than you’ll be able to have wholesome relationships with others. I am additionally enthusiastic about launching my nonprofit this yr, specializing in psychological well being and creativity.”
Lauren’s ardour for artwork started early in her life. “Rising up, my mother stored me in packages—radio, dance, singing. My dad labored within the trade and was with BET. Artwork is my ardour; it makes me comfortable. I used to be a child in after-school packages, studying about artwork and the way huge the world is outdoors of the hood in Detroit. Now, I need to use my platform and my nonprofit to assist others.”
Reflecting on her journey from Detroit, Lauren sees it as an indication of progress. “It is a blessing to develop my world and life. At one level, it was simply Detroit. Now, I am touring all around the world. I am out of Detroit, however I am nonetheless reaching again to assist my neighborhood.” Self-care is an important side of Lauren’s life. “Self-care for me is taking time for myself. Journaling and meditation have helped me a lot. Generally, I take self-vacays to spend every week on my own and reset. As a water signal, stillness is crucial for me.”
Marshalls holds a particular place in Lauren’s coronary heart for her self-care wants. “Marshalls has a lot! I like their make-up, bathrobes and candles. Candles are part of my self-care routine. I might spend hours smelling every one, with some music enjoying and perhaps some wine.” Lauren’s love extends to her two canine, a toy poodle and Sparks. “They’re my fur infants,” she says with affection.
Seeking to the long run, Lauren and Cam hope to begin a household. “Sure, me and Cam would like to have youngsters. We’re hoping to be blessed with one.” Elevating a biracial baby, Lauren is considerate about making certain they know either side of their heritage. “Elevating a toddler with two completely different backgrounds, I really feel they are going to have a Black expertise, however it’s necessary for them to know either side. They need to perceive that the world might even see them as a Black man or girl, and we’ll want to speak about these experiences as a household. So long as they stroll in love and share it with the world, it’s going to be okay. It begins at residence.”
Lauren Velocity-Hamilton’s journey is a testomony to her dedication to empowerment, neighborhood, and authenticity. Her story continues to encourage and uplift these round her.
