Just Your Average Black Woman Going Through Life
A new month is upon us. It’s almost the halfway point of the official summer season. The question to ask yourself now is, how do I make the most of the time left? You may be preparing for a vacation, preparing to start college/school, or just planning to to get more rest. The options are…
Today is the last Monday in July which is National Minority Mental Health Month. This month is to bring awareness to the various conditions. With this series the goal is to bring educate ways to think about your mental wellness whether you have an actual diagnosis. As humans, we have so many stressors that…
As I am getting closer to being another year older, so many things happen that make me reflect on life. Wondering if I have done your best so far. Thinking of my future goals. And, wondering how people in my life see me. This past week a part of my childhood memories was altered…
July is National Minority Mental Health Month. Everyone does not have a clinically diagnosed condition. But, our mental health can be affected in many ways. Whether diagnosed or not, being mindful of it is important. Daily responsibilities can sometimes come in the way of this being aware of how you feel and this is…
July is National Minority Mental Health Month. As mentioned previously this month is relevant due to disparities in access to care. As we all know, mental illness discriminates against no one and what can be a typical life one day, can suddenly become one of dealing with mental health the next day. We all…
Summertime is the time where you find many music festivals and outside free concerts due to the warmer weather. Most times it’s the artists who have been around for years doing these shows, compared to the newer artists. This past weekend was Essence Festival. I heard of many great acts performing such as Lauryn…
July is National Minority Mental Health Month. This month was created to bring awareness to the disparities that still exist as it relates to access to good treatment. Yes, mental health affects all, but when I look out on the streets of New York City, I can see the differences. There is still a…
Today is the 4th of July or Independence Day here in the United States of America. As someone who was born and raised here, I thank my country for a few things. For allowing my mother to deliver me safely. For giving me the freedom to have an education from an early age. Being…
Have you ever thought about what you would do if you were given one month off from work? One month to do whatever you wanted and still get paid. For myself, the first thing I would do is wake up a little bit later each day because I’m not an early morning riser. Having…
In today’s world, one dollar can’t get you much of anything. You need a few to a lot of dollars to make something happen. But a dream can get you a lot if you’re willing to put in the work. In America, we are encouraged to work, work, work. No one teaches us the…