Inside This Issue
One of the most rewarding parts of creating media platforms is that we are able to show public LOVE, HONOR and RESPECT to true game changers and innovators within their respective fields.
Our covers for Serendipity Media Publications vary from celebrities to change agents influencers, all of whom are well on their way to being recognized for their lofty and unselfish contributions! Such is the case of our long anticipated and encouraging Spring 2026 Issue of the beloved flagship DIVA Zone Magazine. We LOVE to feature local business owners, artists, and community leaders.
Overview: The DIVA Zone™ Magazine Magazine is blessed with yet another opportunity to share some top of the year goodness to get and keep you encouraged, inspired, and ready to run! Our beloved publication is gearing up for the long anticipated 2026 print version( with national distribution) and continues in the current electronic format which will allow us to expand our magazine even further and make your reading experience more interactive; and prayerfully more readily accessible. It is also our hope that our readers are encouraged to electronically share with many others what we believe to be a quality, well-balanced publication for our sisters. Check the website for a list of stores where The DIVA Zone will be distributed for free. We are counting on you to help us spread the good news! Follow us on Facebook on The DIVA Zone Magazine page.
Inside this Spring 2026 Issue, you will be blessed by articles which all speak to the wonderful possibilities of Beginning Again, Letting go of hindrances, and Embracing Our Inner Brilliance! True to our core, all contributions offer hope, love, grace and wholeness and is full of overall solid, and inspiring content. From health and fitness, financial literacy and mental wellness, to food and fashion and beauty tips, this issue is food for our souls!
The DIVA Zone™ Magazine, Spring 2026 Issue will be mass distributed into various markets on our digital platform and will be the first to grace the shelves in print format later this Spring.
Serendipity Media & Public Relations Publishing appreciates your support in thought, word and / or deed! Love and Blessings!
From all of us here at The DIVA Zone™ Magazine, we again thank you for your continued support, prayers and most assuredly, for believing in this vision. Although, we are but the conduit and God is the Master of this plan, the writers and editors remain in awe of the unfolding of it all.
FOUNDING PUBLISHER AND EDITORIAL DIRECTOR NAJIYYAH BROOKS
MANAGING EDITOR-IN-CHIEF NAJIYYAH BROOKS
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS / EDITORS
Chef Ann-Marie Bennett Shay Bey Jeanette Blake, MSW. LCSW Layne Brooks Monica Brooks Najiyyah Brooks Victoria Corprew Rev. Dr. Gail Davis WaQuilla Davis Sophia Dossous Adrienne Dawkins-Smith Rev. Lady Donna Hayes Noreen N. Henry Angel Hunter Shyanne Johnson Sheneese House-Johnson Shani Tyler Jones Regina Knox Genea Johnson Shani Tyler Jones Tashena Middleton Malinda Phelps Leslie Reneeta Sandra Shearn Kath Gaines-Still Shaunte’ Sparks Yecker Stephenson Ronda Young
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TABLE OF CONTENTS: Publisher ' s Note A Prayer for God’ s Sweet Rest
Praying with Purpose: How to Accomplish God’ s Plan for Your Life
Contentment( in Plenty and in Want) Begin Again Writing Tips for the Writer in You
Embracing New Beginnings with Faith: 10 Coaching Tips for Christian Women Starting Over
Breathe & Exhale
My Space, My Peace, My Way: A Recipe to sit in your Peace
Overcoming Negative Self-Talk The Numerous Health Benefits of Quality Sleep Let Go of The Stuff Let It Go: Prepping Your Home with Peace Focus and Remember Your Why How Your Self Worth Affects Your Bottom Line
COVER FEATURE
Embracing Inner Brilliance A Collaborative Piece by the Writers, Editors, and Publisher of The DIVA Zone Magazine™
You Can Look Good on a Dime! Sweet Potatoe Biscuits with Honey Butter Recipe
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