Juneteenth: Known as freedom day. Celebrated on the 19th of June to commemorate Union army general Gordon Granger's reading of federal orders in the city of Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, proclaiming all slaves in Texas were now free. (source) Basically put, this is the day that slaves could scream and shout for joy, because they were officially free. Juneteenth is such a symbolic day and it means so much to black people. ... Read the Post...
My Perfect Weekend: Post Quarantine
I am a month late doing this but better late than never right? Before I get into it, I'd like to thank Emily for tagging me and I'd also like to thank Renata Leo for creating such a fun tag! I think we all have our own vision of what we're going to do post quarantine. Some people may already be slowly getting to it since there are places opening back up, however, you will not see me until there's an all clear. Once outside is open back up, ... Read the Post...
5 Ways To Love Yourself As A Black Person
Hello all my black readers! This motivational Monday is especially and specifically for you! Now, if you're not black, then please don't turn away. In fact, this is a learning opportunity for you. Maybe you can learn how to help your friends who may not love themselves the way they should or you can direct them to this post. We as black people often struggle to learn to love ourselves as we are. It's not hard to understand why when there's so ... Read the Post...
My Experience With Being Black In America
Being black in America is a different experience for each black person. Some have experienced direct forms of racism firsthand and even at very young ages. Some have experienced only indirect forms of racism. Some people have experienced little underlying comments or just have been in situations where the atmosphere is just uncomfortable. Then there are those who have dealt with it all. I can't speak for every black person in America, because ... Read the Post...
Guest Post: Do You Think Visiting A Mental Therapist is A Waste of Money?
Do you know about the number of American adults suffering from anxiety, depression, and stress in any given year? The National Institute of Mental Health says more than 1/4th of American adults suffer from mental disorders. When the mental disorder problem increases, you need a psychotherapist who can help you before you become a chain smoker, or fall into a more serious illness. So, what will the mental therapist or psychotherapist do ... Read the Post...
It’s My Blogaversary!
*Sings* Do you know what today iiiiisss? IT'S MY BLOGAVERSARY! We interrupt this pitiful year to bring you some joy! Guys, I have officially been blogging for two years now. How crazy is that!? Two whole years. I know this isn't a motivational Monday post, but of course, I couldn't go without acknowledging such a great accomplishment. Although I said this wasn't a motivational Monday post, it could actually be one, depending on how ... Read the Post...
