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Here's what hydrated my skin in my 50's

I may not have used very much sunscreen until I got into my mid-40's but to be honest, I've always been very serious about my skincare, making my products and make-up foundation included SPF in them and staying hydrated as well as wearing hats. So I have been mindful to at the ba…

What growing up in hair culture was like for me

Growing up in Detroit, the hair Capital of the World, I was exposed to some of the greatest hairstylist in the US.  My west side community was a place of revolutionary trend setting style that have inspired me for 3 decades.  In the 70's when I was born, Detroit had ended the riots …

Cultural Sensitivity in Cognitive Testing needs updating: Why Adaptation is Essential

Recently I had a intense cognitive testing that I personally felt like it was speaking a language I didn't understand. The results were a concerning to me which compelled me to do some extensive research. I even asked Chat GPT, were the test outdated? In a matter of seconds, it replie…

Embracing radical joy in challenging circumstances

I grew up hearing the Elders in my community chant, "This joy I have, the world didn't give it to me so the world can't take it away". It is a term that I've often sought to understand and find deeper meaning within myself especially when in unfavorable conditions or…

Does the 4 day work week increase productivity?

In today's fast-paced world, achieving a healthy work-life balance is a challenge many professionals like myself face. The concept of a 4-day work week has emerged as a promising solution to this issue, allowing individuals to have more time for personal pursuits while maintaining pro…

10 Years of Riding the Waves of Freedom; The Joys and Challenges of being a Curvy Black Surfer Chick

Surfing is an activity that's always been associated with the free-spirited and being adventurous, but for me as a black woman, it's much more than that.  As I continue my series on celebrating my 10th Anniversary of surfing  this year, I wanted to share the joys and challenges …

When you're the brand is it hard to keep your business and personal life separate?

As an Entrepreneur, have you ever provided a service so well that your customer/client  wanted to hang out with you regularly and become your friend? From my experience, this hasn't always worked out well for me in the past so I've learned to keep my business life separate from my…