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I am a shapeshifter whose only mission is to experience humanity.
In truth, you are not your clothes, you are not your profession, you are not your religion.
You are an extension of the consciousness that guides the universe, for which there is no name because it cannot be defined. That’s why all the superficial things you list as your identity are in reality your “drag.” Years ago, when I heard someone say “we are all God in drag,” I knew it to be the true at my core.
I had to learn to let go of that boy so I could start to love.
We can’t see ourselves, really, and spiritual practices help us remember that something else is running this whole thing.
Clear out the blockage that keeps you playing small, keeps you listening to the negative stories in your head, keeps you in the darkness, and move forward into the light.
You have the power to move on if you’re willing to let go of the limited perception you have of yourself.
You are God’s gift to this world and you are the manifestation of the power that cr...
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Oh, and remember, Mama Ru loves you.
when it was over, I realized I had developed an emotional musculature that was tough as steel.
Now I’m willing to be emotionally naked, and feel confident in the power that comes from just being me.
Happiness is wanting what you already have.
Being fully present in the moment will also get you energy.
It’s all about honoring this beautiful, gorgeous gift, painting it and decorating it.
Stick with the ones who have vision. The ones who can not only dream it, but can also make it happen. Stick with the winners, baby.
Don’t let the weight of the world flatten your weave.
The art of shapeshifting also includes reading the energy in the room.
And know that the hurtful things people say have everything to do with them and not you.
It is simply an outward projection of their ow...
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Part of your job as a businessperson and diplomat is to get what you need and to no...
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Drag reminds us that the divisions we create to make sense of what is real and not real are all but our own little superficial illusions.
When there are no words, let the eyes do the talking.
You are the architect of your life. Please believe it and let that be the reason.
I’ve heard that laughter is the most powerful spell you can cast. I’d also add that a beautiful smile is right up there, too.
JUST SMILE AND STAY AWAY FROM THEM.
First learn the rules, then break them.
Explore all the colors to see what effect they have on your energy.
I wanted a recognizable silhouette that could be easily drawn by a caricature artist and emulated by a sketch comedy troupe.
“When your eyeliner is on point, your life is on point.” —MEAN MS. CHARLES
You are God’s gift to the world.
As an adult, I’ve redefined what Christmas means to me. I take the time to reflect on the past year and focus on gratitude.
Your fear of looking stupid is holding you back.
If you’re able to press the pause button on your life and go outside of yourself
see all the characters you’re playing,
the dynamics of the scenes, flip forward and back a few pages in the script to see what your character’s purp...
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then you can dictate where you want your c...
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Seeing yourself from outside yourself allows you to navigate your life and change the course of humanity.
If you really want to throw bitches off their game, arrive early.
When driving in the rain, always turn on your headlights.
“Me noticing you will never satisfy your deep craving unless you notice you first.”
What people are subconsciously asking is for proof that they actually exist.
From the inside out, rather than th...
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One day I’ll do a retrospective of all my gowns.
Don’t leave the amusement park without riding all the rides.
Not just to impress other people, but to lift yourself up at all times.
People also treat you with more respect when you’ve taken the time to pull yourself together.
It means that you came to play, seriously.
When you show effort, life will reflect that and give it back to you.
We need to be still, like the big beautiful oak tree that stands resilient, storm after storm, season after season, unchanged in its foundation.
That’s why it’s important to challenge yourself and try new things.
