Being without a job can be a bit scary. Trust me; I’ve been there. I was wrongfully terminated from my job. While my case was being settled, I learned some interesting things about myself. I went through a process of ups and downs and I would like to share with you what I learned. The Read more about 3 Questions I Asked Myself When I Got Fired![…]
After the birth of my first child, I experienced postpartum depression. I would hold my baby when I had to feed and change her, but there was a huge disconnect between us. Or should I say, I wasn’t connected to her. My ex-husband was extremely supportive of me. He tried everything he could think of Read more about I Had Postpartum Depression And Here’s How I’m Celebrating Mother’s Day[…]
Postpartum depression IS NOT the same as the baby blues. It just isn’t. Postpartum is probably one of the least accepted of mental illnesses because people think it’s not that serious, or that it will go away quickly. Here is what most people don’t know. A major symptom of postpartum is that the mother has Read more about Rasheeda Joins The Conversation About PostPartum Depression In The African-American Community![…]
First let me say that I am by no means a political commentator. But, our country’s political climate has caused me to write about politics in my blog. Why? Because United States citizens are becoming increasingly more depressed, and the Trump administration is to blame. Some even feel like strangers in their own land. So, Read more about Come on Shaun King… North Carolina Isn’t The New Mississippi: Why The State Of North Carolina Should Inspire the Nation’s Post Trump Administration[…]
By Marlin J. Reid People have this idea that the prophet Elijah was a strong powerhouse. This is not completely accurate. We don’t know much about Elijah, but we do know he, “was a man subject to like passions as we are” (King James Version, James 5: 17). Yes; he performed the miracle of the Read more about The Prophet Elijah Was Human Just Like Us: 5 Things We Can Learn From Elijah[…]
If you attend church regularly, then you probably have heard at least one sermon explaining the difference between joy and happiness. For those who might not have heard, yes, there is a difference. The best way I can explain the difference is that happiness is temporary, and joy is eternal. Outside occurrences cause happiness and Read more about Replacing Happiness With Joy[…]
I think we can all agree that life isn’t always easy. I don’t know any one person who has been able to escape hurt feelings, devastation, or loss (of any kind). This is even true of people in ministry. My father has been a preacher most of my life. I remember being a little girl, Read more about 5 Gospel Divas Who’ve Struggled With Depression[…]
The Grammy Awards show is music’s biggest night. A Grammy nomination solidifies that the work of an artist has reached the highest level of acceptance and appreciation. So, a Grammy win translates as the pinnacle of success within the music industry. This year, Beyoncé’s Lemonade was nominated for nine awards, including the night’s most prestigious Read more about Winning Without Winning![…]
By Dr. Tiffany Young, PhD, LPC Read more about Mental Health Professionals: What You Should Know[…]
In keeping with our theme of transformation, it’s easy to discuss how much our country will change within the next few days. I like that Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday is being celebrated so closely to the inauguration of Prediednt-Elect Trump. It’s my hope that the message inspired by this particular King holiday will help Read more about Blackish Just Saved Our Mental Health[…]
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