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The Power of Our Words: Choosing to Build or Destroy!

We’ve all experienced it: voicing frustrations about traffic, complaining about co-workers, or feeling let down by a missed chance. Whether you know it or not, complaining is as inherent as breathing and can often serve as a release. However, as the proverb states, “Complaining is like a rocking chair. It gives you something to do but doesn’t take you anywhere.” All it does is generate anxiety and stress for those around you. My purpose in weaving together my stories isn’t...

My History Education…

  • November 20, 2024
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David Walker (September 28, 1796 – August 6, 1830) was an influential American abolitionist, writer, and anti-slavery activist. Born to a free mother and an enslaved father, he was free himself due to the principle of partus sequitur ventrem.  In 1829, while residing in Boston, he published “An Appeal to the Colored Citizens of the World,” which called for black unity and resistance against slavery.  His work highlighted the injustices of slavery and urged individuals to act according to their...

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The Tragic Reality: America’s Ban On Black History!

It is nothing new that America–a country founded on the principles of equality and justice–has a history of banning books.  In fact, a quick Google search will reveal that this practice is alive and well in the 21st century.  More often than not, banned books deal with difficult topics such as race, gender, and sexuality. One would think there would be no need to ban books in a country where library shelves are lined with books on these topics. However,...

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Chronic Stress Effects: My Personal Story!

Chronic stress is a common response to the demands of modern life. Guess what? I learned the hard way what being overly stressed out is and what it can do to your life! On the positive side…it manifests as stress symptoms such as:  nervousness,  irritability,  muscle tension,  And so on — it revs up every part of the body and mind to keep you alive and alert. In the same way, the negative effects of chronic stress build slowly over...

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The Conqueror: 1 Why You Should Never Give Up?

The Conqueror, You are not these things, and you are strong, capable, and courageous. You have the power to overcome all hardships and challenges. You have the power to conquer all fears. You have the power to change your life.  The challenge you face is not the challenges themselves but believing in yourself and your abilities to overcome them. The conqueror you see within yourself is the key to succeeding in life.  You don’t have to let challenges, failures, or...