Just Your Average Black Woman Going Through Life
On Friday, April 5th, an Earthquake centered in New Jersey was felt in New York City (NYC). For most of us, this was our first time experiencing this type of event. At the time, while at work, my thoughts ran in different directions. It was to the point of thinking it was just the…
Recently, it was reported that a formula used to assess kidney failure for Black people caused many to be placed on the transplant list later than they should. For one 29-year-old woman, she waited four years for a kidney. It was later determined, she should have been on the list four years earlier than…
Technology has advanced so much over the years. The problem with this is that we have lost some skills needed for our continuous development. One example is the ability to remember phone numbers. I can still remember a number from 1995 but can’t remember one from 2010. As adults over the age of 25…
On Friday, Beyonce released her county album “Cowboy Carter.” It is part of her Renaissance album series. I listened to the album; there are some hits and some misses for me. But, in the end there is a musical album from a woman whose career is untouchable. This attention to her crossing over into…
On this last post of Women’s History Month, I want every woman to know how great they are. And for every man who supports women of different shapes and colors, I see you too. You are great. Each day in this world so much happens around us that can take a toll on our…
The educational system here in America is still one plagued by division. Schools in lower economic areas don’t always have the support compared to schools in wealthier neighborhoods. But can you imagine less than 70 years ago, schools were divided by the color of one’s skin. There was a law of being separate but…
March is Endometriosis Awareness Month. This is a condition where there is very little research and ways to diagnose. With 11% of women said to have it, a more accurate diagnosis only happens with surgery. Endometriosis is defined as tissue that typically lines the uterus growing in places outside of this area. When the…
In the past year, I heard many stories of people suddenly diagnosed with various medical conditions. When this happens, it can be difficult to work or to engage in the work that requires more energy. They are then labeled as having a working disability. As an Occupational Therapist, if I even injury my…
Being in the health profession is an honor. Since I was a kid it is something I aspired to do. The actual profession that I chose, Occupational Therapist, is not one I knew of back then. But I am happy about my decision. The story of women in healthcare in the United States started…
Being aware of your mental health is very important. From birth, there are many things that can bring trauma into a person’s life. If it goes without management it can lead to a lifetime of pain. Many of you may have heard about the recent shooting on the NYC subway. Seeing video footage of…