Therapy is one of the hottest topics of conversation within the black professional community. It doesn’t matter who you are, your level of success, your lifestyle, your social circle – for some reason, in today’s society I’m finding more black … Continue reading My Thoughts | Therapy for Black Professionals
After reading my devotional this morning I felt I needed to express my feelings on identity. It’s so important to have a strong foundation. Every secure confident person has a good foundation, just like every great building has a good … Continue reading The Importance of Knowing Who You Are
Although I planned to go to the gym or sports bar tonight, as I felt the need to socialize, release some energy and get out of my house… I chose to stay home. Tonight, as I sit alone in silence … Continue reading What Father’s Day Means to Me
Today I’m reminded of the large number of people who are actively pursing some type or form of mental health therapy or counseling. I’ve often questioned the true worth of a therapist, and the motives or reasons people seek therapy. … Continue reading Don’t Worry, Be Thankful
Lately I’ve been thinking about family and what it means to me. In the Christian church we oftentimes refer to each other with family terminology (father, mother, brother, sister)… as a sign of love and/or honor, as if all Christians … Continue reading A Black Male Perspective on Family
As Mother’s Day quickly approaches my mind is overcome with thoughts about my own history as it relates to the women in my life. Two of the most impactful women in my life are my mother and paternal grandmother. Although … Continue reading Overcomer: The African American Mother
The hottest topics of conversation are about relationships, dating, love, and marriage. Especially around the holidays. As a single man looking for my wife I think of these topics probably every day. As a Christian, I believe God instituted marriage … Continue reading Thoughts About Marriage
A few days ago I felt the need to express something in my spirit. I initially put it off. However, after listening to a podcast a Facebook friend sent me earlier today, I feel the need to self-reflect. The podcast … Continue reading Identifying and Breaking Generational Curses
Today I want to write about something that rarely gets talked about. Some refer to it as colorism within the black community. I look at it as another form of racism. The reason I wanted to write about this topic … Continue reading Colorism: Prejudice Inside The Black Community
Last night, I had a nightmare. I dreamt my father was trying to kill me. The dream was so vivid. My heart was racing a little when I opened my eyes, and I couldn’t go back to sleep. I suppose … Continue reading Dreams of My Father
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