A Woman and Her Wardrobe: Expressions of Self-Discovery, Ownership and Joy
Reframing Body Shaming: Instead, Choose Self-Love, Body Positivity and Acceptance
5 Stress Management Techniques for WFH Entrepreneurs: Identify Your Own Work Rhythm
My Unsolicited Advice: Changing Plans and Growing Through the Uncomfortable
Beauty Sleep is Real: How to Improve Your Nighttime Habits for Better Skin
Plant the Seeds of Greatness with Tiny Actions and Small Steps
January is all about setting resolutions — big goals, new habits, and fresh starts that focus on one of the five core pillars of our life: Work, Friends, Family, Health and Food & Sleep. But what happens after the excitement fades? That’s where February and...
Intellectual Wellness: Learn, Create, Explore and Stimulate Your Mind
Intellectual wellness is knowing that there are many ways to do something and having a curiosity for learning. The signs of intellectual wellness are many. They include: Development of good study skills Becoming a critical thinker Creation of own ideas, views and...
National Creative Romance Month: Advice for Couples, Situationships, and Singles
After the holiday rush, we’re thrown into the most romantic month of the year, February. Valentine’s Day hits us right in the middle of the month and depending on your relationship status, it can have a positive or negative effect on your week. Regardless, February...
Generational Gap Slang: 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and 2000s
It’s lit. Or is it groovy? Slang or informal language that is usually spoken rather than written is unique to each generation. The 1950s for example had words like Dolly (cute girl) and party pooper (someone who is not fun to be around). Although some words are...
Melnea Cass: A Jewel in the Tapestry of Black History
Who was Melnea Cass? Melnea Jones was born in June of 1896 in Richmond, Virginia. At a young age, her family moved to South End in Boston. After the passing of her mother, she lived with an aunt but eventually returned to Boston to find work. She later met and...
National Love Your Pet Day: Celebrate Yours with a Spa Day or a Party!
Celebrate your Fur Baby! February 20 is National Love Your Pet Day. A pet offers much love but also requires a lot of care and attention. However, the strong connection that exists between you and your pet may help with reducing your stress. There are many benefits...
Rosa Parks: The Woman Who Sat for Change
One cold evening on December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks, a quiet but strong-willed woman, boarded a bus in Montgomery, Alabama. She had finished a long day of work and found a seat in the "colored section," as the law required at the time. As the bus filled up, the driver...
International Book Giving Day: Promotes Literacy Among Children and Encourages Generosity
Give someone the gift of reading! International Book Giving Day is February 14th. The basic goal of this day is to give as many books as possible to children. This day is on the same day as Valentine’s Day so you can choose to celebrate love and the love of...
Soulmates, Partners and Friends: Someone in Whom You See a Part of Yourself
Most of the time, when the word "soulmate" comes up, people associate it with romantic partners. For the longest time, my subconscious held the same belief. But recently, I’ve started to reflect on it more seriously. To me, a soulmate is someone through whom you...
Thick, Thin, Deep Dish or Homemade: Enjoy the Flavors of National Pizza Day
Enjoy some delicious pizza! February 9th is National Pizza Day. Pizza is considered the most popular food in America. In fact, it’s considered the second most popular fast food besides hamburgers! Here are some facts about pizza: Almost 3 billion pizzas are sold in...
Celebrating Each Other’s Choices: Exploring the Makeup-Less Trend
There’s no denying the influence of societal norms on how we present ourselves to the world. Looking at photos from different eras, we can see the ebbs and flows in women’s physicality, clothing, makeup and hair trends. While beauty trends are often seen as...
Healthy Weight, Healthy Outlook: A Reminder to Prioritize Ourselves
What does being healthy mean? It’s not only about fitness or nutrition but it also encompasses the overall well-being of both mind and body. While exercise and movements nourish the body, practices like meditation, gratitude, and acts of service rejuvenate the...
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