TOTD: You cannot help someone else, without helping yourself
TOTD= Thought of the Day! We live in a world of the stingies! People who hoard everything that they get, who hold back on the very gifts that they’ve been given, and who’d just as soon let an opportunity rot then to help someone else out of a bad situation. Me, on the other hand, [...]
In My Opinion: The Murder at Bowie State
Alexis Simpson is the 19-year-old Bowie State student who is accused of murdering her 18-year-old roommate, Dominique Frazier. According to various news reports Alexis and Dominique didn’t get along particularly well and after an argument that began over music, a physical altercation began. Those are all the details that I have to share at the [...]
Remember One Thing: Focus On The Solutions
For two years, I had been in a funk of sorts. Blame it on the recession. Blame it on a relationship gone haywire. Blame it on whatever. The bottom line is: I was not feeling optimistic. I would say to myself over and over again, “I feel stuck,” or “I feel stagnated.” Day after day, [...]
Congrats to Leila Lopes – the new Miss Universe
I know I might be a lil late on this but I didn’t want it to go unsaid. Its so nice to see beautiful, intelligent, and determined people get ahead. So, I just wanna send a shout out and congrats to the Miss Angola, Leila Lopes, who is now Miss Universe! Here’s one of her [...]
Remember One Thing: Love Your Hair!
This is not a post about weaves! Let me say that first. This is not a post about naturals, dreads, braids, extensions or anything of that either! But, after looking at a recent photo of Lindsay Lohan’s little sister, Aliana, it got me to thinking about plastic surgery and other physical enhancements. I think I’m [...]
Check It Out: My New Film Exposes Teen Suicide
I’m excited to share with you my latest film, The Difference which is a film that deals with teen suicide. I spoke with Teens in Washington, DC about their personal experiences with suicide. DC High School students are attempting suicide at a rate that is TWICE the US National Average. So, its a pretty big [...]
Thought of The Day: Non-Judgment Opens The Door To Creativity
On my morning walk today, I was listening to one of my favorite people on the whole planet, Deepak Chopra. I listen to his tapes over and over again–largely because they help me to stay focused and keep a positive mindset. Today’s quote that I’m pulling from one of his books is: Non-Judgment opens the [...]
Remember One Thing: Take Care of What You Have
In this “Gotta Have More” society that we live in, there is a constant attraction to have more, to get more, and to never be truly accepting of what you have. For the last several days, I’ve heard a voice in my head. The voice says, “God will not give you more if you don’t [...]
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Check It Out: New article on Still Eye Rise Media
I want to say thanks to Mitch, a colleague who I met on Twitter who published the article below on my company, Still Eye Rise Media. We’re business people/ entrepreneurs and over the past year or so we’ve communicated and encouraged each other. Twitter is great for being able to connect with like minded individuals. [...]
Yasmin’s Concert Review: Jill Scott
Hey there! I like to keep you up to date on what I’ve been doing. So, last night I went to the Jill Scott concert in Washington, DC. All I can say is: I LOVE NORTH PHILLY JILLY! Her voice is so strong. I mean she can go operatic on you. Luciano would have been [...]
Named One of Top 21 Black Social Media Influencers
It’s always an honor to be included in a “GOOD” list… I was recently informed that I was named at one of the top 21 Black Social Media Influencers. A lot of my business colleagues are on that list. Congrats to them as well! Here’s a link to the list. http://www.imjustsharing.com/21-of-the-top-black-social-media-influencers/ Shout out to Mitch [...]
Rihanna Criticisms?- Scapegoating or Reasonable – Listen to the discussion here.
Folks been slamming Rihanna lately. I’m beginning to think that she’s being a scapegoat for everything controversial. Some people may argue that the criticism are reasonable. But, last night we discussed the topic on Retaliation Radio. It felt good to be back. Here’s the archive. Please listen. Share it. And leave a comment on my [...]
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