One of the most eye-opening moments in my life was when I was sitting in the audience of Marc Lamont Hill speaking on Martin Luther King Day. I initially didn’t know what to expect but he eventually let me stunned as he ended the speech about activism and the concept of Ubuntu. Ubuntu has becomeContinueContinue reading “Ubuntu: The Essence of Humanity”
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ADHD and Me
I hold on tight every single day, praying that I won’t slip into another episode. I lose focus, mind feels almost like it’s loose in my head. Controlling ADHD with will, prayer, and hopefulness is a near impossible quest that I intend to conquer. Failure is not an option but at times it seems likeContinueContinue reading “ADHD and Me”
Reader’s Choice: Plan of Action – Education
I responded to questions that the lovely @stylerepublik brought up over the past few days to culminate my thoughts. I truly believe there are a few things that must be central to our progression in the political realm AND development as people. The most central tenants we need to focus on are self-improvement, group accountability, awareness, andContinueContinue reading “Reader’s Choice: Plan of Action – Education”
Reader’s Choice: What now? (Inauguration Day) Pt.1
Today, one of my close friends, China @stylerepublik on Snap and IG, took to the digital airwaves and spoke her peace about her thoughts on what are we going to do now that Lex Luthor and his Legion of Doom are now in control of the United States. She asked a lot of thought provokingContinueContinue reading “Reader’s Choice: What now? (Inauguration Day) Pt.1”
In Honor of Martin
In honor of Martin Luther King’s Birthday, I wanted to write something about MLK’s legacy. I found myself at a lost for words from the mere scope of who he was as a man. So much can be said about his legacy and even the way his legacy has been used since his death. ManyContinueContinue reading “In Honor of Martin”
Letter to my Daughter (Part 1)
Today’s post started from a brief Twitter Conversation with Melinda Anderson @mdawriter : She definitely helped my brain get going on these ideas. And of course, thank you to the amazing Lauren Michelle Allen @MichelleHux for always being funny, thought-provoking, and warm to one of the thousands of people who follow her daily. Part TwoContinueContinue reading “Letter to my Daughter (Part 1)”
Black & Depressed Pt. 1
This post is dedicated to each person struggling with depression. You are not alone and don’t give up. NOTE: First and foremost, I want to make clear that I am not a mental health expert. I spent years studying psychology but abnormal psychology was not my main focus. If you are having suicidal thoughts, pleaseContinueContinue reading “Black & Depressed Pt. 1”
Magnificent Brands 