The Only Validation You Need
The morning light slants through the blinds, casting stripes across my floor. I’m sitting here, a cup of vitamin water energy poised in my hands, as my brows wrinkle in concentration and resolve into a blank stare. I’m trying to articulate a feeling that’s been bubbling beneath the surface for
“A Poor Craftsman Blames His Tools”
We know this proverb to basically mean that someone unskilled or incompetent at a task will often make excuses for their poor work by blaming their tools rather than taking responsibility for their own failings. Yikes. I heard this phrase listening to a podcast the other day, and it made me think ab
The Unfinished Page: Embracing the Writer’s Journey
There is a subtlety that comes with writing, a relaxation that comes with it as well. So, one of the things I’ve learned about being a writer is that, in order to consider yourself a writer, well, you have to write. When I think about all the time I’ve spent at a computer desk staring [&
Mary Lane: The Power of Purpose
The stage lights hit her face, illuminating a quiet confidence that belied the whirlwind of her life. Mary Lane, a woman who has worn the uniform of a soldier, commanded classrooms as an educator, navigated the complexities of real estate, and now graces both stage and screen, stood poised. Her nonl
Textures of Becoming: The Cradine Effect
one of the things I’ve always found fascinating is how certain people can build entire platforms just by being themselves. Not by chasing trends or doing what everyone else is doing, but simply by showing up as they are, unapologetically. That’s not easy. It takes a certain kind of self-awarenes
Raising the Standard: The League Cultivating Men of Class and Character
In major cities across the country, a subtle transformation in men’s personal growth is occurring. The Esteemed Gentlemen’s League (EGL), established and led by Rob Malloy, has emerged as a prominent men’s organization that harmonizes traditional values with contemporary profession
Healing the Soul of the Father: An Evening with Dr. Cynthia Williams and Dr. Curtis Jasper
On a warm Wednesday evening in June, I walked into the Loudermilk Center’s Pope Room in downtown Atlanta and immediately felt something different in the air. The room was filled with Black fathers and sons, uncles and friends, all brought together by a shared pain that didn’t need words.
Dr. Jerwanda “Jai” Johnson: Healing Through Faith, Purpose, and Community
In Hampton, Georgia, there’s a medical practice where healing takes on a different rhythm. No crowded waiting rooms. No fluorescent lights buzzing overhead. No rushed five-minute visits that leave you with more questions than answers. Instead, you’re met with warmth, real conversation, a
The WhiteBoy That’s “Accepted by the Hood”
Okay, let’s cut through all the noise. I’ve seen the Druski skit and couldn’t stop laughing. I feel like we all know the guy he’s portraying. We went to school with him, or maybe you have someone like that in your family. Here’s the crazy part, though. When Druski dropp
Elegance in Pink: Inside the 2025 Mimosas & Business All‑Pink Brunch in Atlanta
The official event flyer for the 2025 All Pink Brunch (“In the Garden” edition) set the tone with its vibrant motif. The Mimosas & Business brunch has become a signature gathering for women entrepreneurs, creators, and industry professionals, featuring panel speakers, a brunch feast (complet