Sponsored content by JPMorgan Chase & Co. Financial health is an important foundation that helps build strong and resilient households, communities and economies. Being financially healthy better prepares you for life’s unexpected expenses. The reality is, more than 50% of Americans across all income levels consider themselves financially unhealthy. That group includes many Black, Hispanic […]
Category: LIFE & STYLE
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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. […]
Posted inFood
Cameroon comes to D.C. through chef Sabina Jules and Motherland Kitchen’s vibrant, fusion menu
Amber D. DoddSpecial to the AFRO At the bottom of Northeast Washington, D.C.’s hilly terrain, you will find Motherland Kitchen housing Cameroon’s culinary treasures infused with hints of the Caribbean. With grand success in Frederick, Md., owner, Sabina Jules, is celebrating six months in the nation’s capital at the Ivy City Food Works station, and […]
Posted inReligion
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 […]
Posted inBaltimore News
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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Healthy recipes, meals and snacks to feed the mind, body and soul
By Aria Brent, AFRO Staff Writer The ancient saying goes “you are what you eat.” Given the type and prevalence of health disparities in the Black community, the old adage couldn’t be more true. This week, the AFRO’s special edition is focusing on self-care and tools you can use to improve your life and thrive– […]
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Transitioning to the vegetarian and vegan lifestyle for a healthier life
By Sandy Woods, Special to the AFRO Embarking on a journey toward a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle is a significant step toward a more sustainable and compassionate way of living. Whether you’re motivated by environmental concerns, ethical reasons, or health benefits, transitioning to a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle can be a rewarding experience. Let’s explore […]
Posted inArts & Culture
Black creatives flock to New York City for CultureCon 2023
By Ariyana Griffin. Special to the AFRO Hundreds gathered at the Duggal Greenhouse in Brooklyn, N.Y. the weekend of Oct.7-8 to attend the sixth annual CultureCon. In 2017, Imani Ellis changed the landscape of social media when she created CultureCon, a conference for Black creators to unite, collaborate and expand their platform. Over the course […]
Posted inBaltimore News
Buns and Roses’ Chimney Cakes spark demand in Baltimore
By Shaela Foster, Special to the AFRO From baking seven up cakes with her grandmother to discovering the intricate cuisine of chimney cakes, Adeirdra Campbell, owner of Buns and Roses Chimney Cakes, has transformed Baltimore’s baking scene. Buns and Roses Chimney Cakes opened in the summer of 2023 in the Federal Hill, downtown Baltimore area […]
