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    Being an Ally Every Day, Starting with Juneteenth

    June 18, 2025 - By 

    The fight for racial justice didn’t end with the Civil Rights Movement, and it certainly doesn’t pause outside of Black History Month or Juneteenth. Whether you’re newly aware or actively seeking ways to be a better ally, the question often becomes: How can I genuinely support the ongoing fight for justice? Justice isn’t a moment — it’s a movement. And that movement needs all of us. Below are intentional and realistic ways you can support racial equity in your everyday life, with your voice, time, money, and influence. ? 1. Educate Yourself (And Keep Going) Justice begins with learning. Understanding…

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    10 Powerful Books for Men’s Mental Health Month

    June 4, 2025 - By 

    Every June, we recognize Mens Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to shedding light on the unique challenges men face when it comes to mental health. While society has made strides toward normalizing mental health conversations, men are still less likely to seek help or open up about their emotional struggles due to stigma, pressure to “man up,” or fear of appearing weak. But here’s the truth: mental strength isn’t about hiding pain—it’s about healing it. Whether you’re dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, burnout, or just trying to better understand yourself, there’s no shame in reaching out…

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    7 Tips for Achieving Your New Year’s Resolutions

    January 4, 2023 - By 

    It’s the beginning of a new year, and chances are, you’ve made some New Year’s resolutions or set some goals for yourself. Maybe you want to lose weight, save money, or be more productive at work. Whatever your goals may be, it can be tough to stick to them, especially as the initial excitement wears off and the daily grind sets in. Here are some tips to help you stay on track and achieve your New Year’s resolutions this year. Make your goals specific and achievable. It’s important to set specific, measurable goals so you know exactly what you’re working…

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    The Best Cinco de Mayo Deals and Specials for 2022

    May 5, 2022 - By 

    Cinco De Mayo Deals & Specials : With Cinco de Mayo around the corner, it means you’ll have a mid-week excuse to get your Mexican grub and drink on. From Chili’s to On the Border, restaurants across the country are offering Cinco de Mayo takeout, pickup or delivery specials on everything from fajitas to margaritas.   The Best Cinco de Mayo Deals and Specials for 2022 7-Eleven From now until May 24, 7-Eleven is offering 7Rewards members a special $4 deal of three Mini Spicy Breakfast Empanadas and any size coffee. The all-day breakfast is filled with sausage, egg, cheese, peppers and spices…

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    4 Signs Your Job Is A Toxic Work Place

    April 5, 2022 - By 

    Have you ever had a toxic work place that was worst than a toxic relationship? I think we have all been there a time or two. I’ve had my share of not so great places I’ve worked. But the lesson in all of this is, don’t let a toxic job destroy you. It got to the place of they told me everything I wanted to hear to think that they needed me more than I needed them. But that was all a lie too. Three in five workers said work-related stress caused them to have a lack of interest, motivation…

  • Another new year means, another facebook challenge, The #10YearsCHallenge - a lot can happen in 10 years, 10 years ago my life wasn't as good as it is now.
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    #10YearsCHallenge | 10 Years Changed My Life

    January 7, 2022 - By 

    Another new year means, another facebook challenge, The #10YearsCHallenge is always fun, because I haven’t aged, I was either skinny or fluffy depending on if had a child or not. But a lot can happen in 10 years, I dealt with mental health, a divorce and finding happiness again. I was scrolling on the facebook while on my lunch break today and someone posted two pictures, one from 2012 and one of them this year with the hashtag – #10YearsChallenge. Which a lot can happen in 10 years, you may look older, put on a few pounds or even lost…

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    Not Letting Fear Control My Life Any Longer

    January 3, 2019 - By 

    Not letting fear control my life any longer, sounds easy right? When you think about fear you think about watching a scary movie or doing something that makes you feel uncomfortable. Then there’s fear where you feel you’re in danger, but we’re not talking about those types of fear. We’re talking about the fear. First, the good news: “Fear is an illusion,” Williamson writes. “Our craziness, paranoia, anxiety, and trauma are literally all imagined.” The bad news? Although it may not be real, this fear can literally prevent us from seeing possibilities that are right there in front of us. In our…

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    SingleSwag Subscription Box Unboxing June 2018 | #LoveYourself

    June 15, 2018 - By 

    SingleSwag is my new favorite subscription box, each month they just keep getting better! I got the May box and there was lots of great items in that one, but this June box is just simply amazing. So if you use this link, you can save 25% on your first order! The Beauty Crop Fabulous Flocking Lashes ($20) With one sweep of the wand, Fabulous Flocking Lashes mascara coats every single lash from root to tip with it’s gentle, smudge and clump-free formula effortlessly. Nourished with Argan Oil and Jojoba to condition, separate, plump and and lengthen for gorgeous, glamorous…

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    41 Life Lessons You Have To Learn The Hard Way

    May 28, 2018 - By 

    I don’t live a perfect life by any means, but I’ve had my share of life lessons to point me in the right direction. Mistakes are a part of being human, no one is perfect. Appreciate your mistakes for what they are: precious life lessons that can only be learned the hard way. Yep, we have all been there, sometimes you have to go through the hardships and struggles of life to get to the good parts. We can’t skip the bad parts and just have all happy moments, otherwise we don’t have life lessons. Here are 41 life lessons you…