Unfortunately, within the black community, labeling hair “good” or “bad” depending on its texture is as commonsensical as distinguishing a circle from a straight line. Deeply ingrained in the psyche of African Americans is the notion that black features need…
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Relationships need boundaries. However, we naturally associate the word “boundaries” with the word “protection.” But isn’t protection needed to avert attacks from enemies? Not necessarily. Protection is a way to maintain integrity in all interactions, including those with friends and…
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Anger is an emotion that can compel action, but revenge is the wrong action to take. And while sentimentality can be used to justify turning the other cheek, there are also practical reasons why getting even with others only prolongs…
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January 19, 2014 Friends and Peers
Nosy people can be abrasive, tactless or clueless. But they can also be sneaky, polished or intent, which is why it’s important to pay attention not only to how their questions make you feel but also how not to answer…
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