Reginald WilliamsSpecial to the AFRO Aging is often a maligned occurrence. As men age, many begin to experience a host of physical ailments that can interrupt day to day life. Aching knees, shoulders, back and hips or a slower metabolism are just a few of the common complaints. It isn’t unusual to hear men claim […]
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Holiday Hype – Refusing to Settle in Relationships
By Ericka Alston Buck Special to the AFRO The upcoming holiday season can amplify the pressure to be in a relationship. Some people might choose to stay in toxic relationships, merely for the sake of not being alone during festivities. The societal expectation to have a plus one for family gatherings and holiday parties can […]
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8 ways to prepare your small business for Cyber Monday
By Brandy Jesperson Canva 8 ways to prepare your small business for Cyber Monday The Monday after Thanksgiving has become big business, even for America’s small retailers. This isn’t just another Monday—it’s a day that could potentially transform your business, driving sales through the roof and putting your brand on the map. But to reap […]
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Silence and stillness: achieving serenity in a world of distractions
By Ashleigh Fields, AFRO Assistant Editor A sound mind and a sound body comes from a sound soul. To achieve the highest form of serenity, I believe it takes a multitude of silence and solitude. Sometimes your thoughts can be your greatest detriment and the voices around you can be a deterrent to your success. […]
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The best of both worlds: Meet Bishop C. Guy Robinson, the Mental Health Theologian
By Marnita ColemanSpecial to the AFRO Bishop C. Guy Robinson, pastor of The Tabernacle of the Lord Church and Ministries in West Baltimore, is on a journey to normalize mental wellness from his pulpit. Known as a “mental health theologian,” he believes partnerships between pastors and mental health professionals in service to the African-American community […]
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The business of self-care and how to budget for it
By Megan SaylesAFRO Business Writermsayles@afro.com Although reducing stress and promoting well-being go hand in hand for many, it’s easy to confuse the act of “self-soothing” with what is called “self-care.” The former is typically reactive and occurs when a person engages in an activity to provide instant relief for emotional, mental or physical distress. The […]
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A time to balance: The importance of love, play, work and health
By Tashi McQueen, AFRO Political Writer, tmcqueen@afro.com The pace of life is only picking up in today’s society, with technological advancements and increased productivity expectations. Many are finding that they need balance in their lives. “Gone are the days, for most people, where you have a nine-to-five job. You went to work, came back home, […]
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Black advocates address social determinants of health
By Tashi McQueenAFRO Political Writertmcqueen@afro.com Experts have long considered how racial disparities can play a part in the success or failure of achieving your best self. While Black people, like many Americans, make resolutions at the top of the year to address emotional, mental and physical health– they must also take into account the social […]
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A time to explore: Tapping into alternative forms of therapy
By Mennatalla IbrahimSpecial to the AFRO Whether it’s work, school, money or the daily hassles of life, stressors are all around us. While there’s no denying the need to integrate self-care into our lives, many have found that traditional forms of therapy don’t work for them. As a result, these individuals have instead turned to […]
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Newlyweds share their secrets to preserving Black love
By Aria Brent, AFRO Staff Writer, abrent@afro.com Timothy and Cornitra Carter have been friends for nearly 15 years, dating for the last 10 years and husband and wife for a month. The high school sweethearts officially became man and wife on Aug. 25 and report that they are excited to spend the rest of their […]