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Self Care
Yes, Even During Periods of Havoc, We Can Claim Happiness
When I felt like my life was racing out of control, three things became the pit stops that refueled my peace.
By Shanna B. Tiayon
, September 4, 2024
5 Min Read
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Self Care
Three Reasons Every Sister Needs This in Her Purse
This little item never fails to reduce my stress, help me remember names, and make me happier, so I won’t leave home without one.
By Pamela M. McBride
, September 4, 2024
5 Min Read
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Culture & Style
Solo, But Not Alone: Sisters Sharing Spaces After 50
Who says you have to live by yourself as you age? Black women are redefining what it means to be in community.
By Tamara E. Holmes
, August 28, 2024
5 Min Read
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A Loved One Ignores Your Calls. Is It Ghosting—or Emotional Distress?
Social withdrawal can be a sign of mental distress. Don’t take it personally. Here are ways to respond and what you might do to help.
By Tamekia Reece
, July 25, 2024
3 Min Read
Festival Joy
Self Care
Here are Reasons and Ways to Be Hopeful, Even in These Uncertain Times
“Sometimes we can get so focused on everything that's going wrong that we can't always see what's going right,” says Jessica Jackson, Ph.D., a Houston psychologist.
By Tamekia Reece
, July 25, 2024
3 Min Read
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Culture & Style
Nurture Your Nature at These Black-Owned Vacation Retreats
Fancy “glamping” with your girls, exploring the wild via an ATV or RV family adventure, bunking in a boathouse or visiting beaches in Africa or Mexico?
By LaKisha Cargill
, July 25, 2024
5 Min Read
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Is Your Relationship in a Roommate Rut?
Your conversations now focus on bills, the kids and work. 7 steps to take if the sizzle has fizzled.
By Tamekia Reece
, July 11, 2024
4 Min Read
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Culture & Style
15 Freebies for Sprucing up Your Home and Garden
Decorating advice, tool rentals, flower seeds and more…you’ll love these free home goodies!
By Alaya Linton
, July 11, 2024
3 Min Read
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Self Care
35 Low-Effort Ways to Elevate Your Life After 50
Level Up, Sis! It’s time to add a little extra sparkle to your crown.
By Tamekia Reece
, July 2, 2024
4 Min Read
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