Why Are So Many Young People Angry Today? You don’t have to look far to see it. Scroll through social media, watch the news, or just talk to a few teenagers or twenty-somethings, and you’ll pick up on a lot of frustration — and sometimes outright anger. But this isn’t just “kids being kids.” SomethingContinue reading “Kids are Angry Today: Why?”
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Still not Enough!!
Still Not Enough Eight days ago, I shared a post titled Enough is Enough, expressing my concern about the growing violence in our communities—especially in Atlanta. Sadly, since that blog was posted, 40 more people have been shot in the city within just seven days. Six of them lost their lives. That’s nearly one personContinue reading “Still not Enough!!”
” The High Price of Standing Still”
The Hidden Cost of Doing Nothing Sometimes, doing nothing feels safe. It feels like avoiding risk or waiting for the “right time.” But the truth is, doing nothing is never free. It costs us opportunities, progress, and even peace of mind. The price of inaction is often much higher than we realize. When we failContinue reading “” The High Price of Standing Still””
Troubling Times: Teen Violence in America!!
Troubling Times: Teen Violence in America Teen violence is on the rise across America, and as a resident of Georgia—specifically the Atlanta metro area—I am deeply concerned, as others should be. Almost daily, there are reports of shootings throughout the metro region. In just the past week, there were multiple shootings involving teens, including childrenContinue reading “Troubling Times: Teen Violence in America!!”
“Opportunity ?
Opportunity is a set of circumstances or conditions that makes it possible to do something, achieve a goal, or improve a situation. It’s a chance—often brief—to change the direction of your life, your finances, or your future. But opportunity only matters if we recognize it and take action. In business and investing, opportunities rarely knockContinue reading ““Opportunity ?”
You Are the Asset
You Are the Asset: Investing in Yourself Is the First Step to Changing Your Life In a world where we’re constantly told to invest in stocks, real estate, or businesses, we often forget the most valuable investment of all—ourselves. Before anything external can change, the internal must grow. You are the asset. And like anyContinue reading “You Are the Asset”
Let’s start supporting Black-Owned Businesses!
Let’s Start Supporting Black-Owned Businesses If we want stronger, better communities, we must start supporting our Black-owned businesses. For too long, many of us have heard or even repeated the claim that Black-owned businesses aren’t reliable, trustworthy, or professional. While it’s true that no business is perfect—regardless of who owns it—there are many Black entrepreneursContinue reading “Let’s start supporting Black-Owned Businesses!”
The Pros and Cons of Economic Desperation…
The Pros and Cons of Economic Desperation Economic desperation is something many people experience when they’re struggling just to make ends meet. It’s a harsh reality where basic needs—food, shelter, and safety—are difficult to secure, and options for improving the situation are limited. While there are a few unexpected lessons or outcomes that can comeContinue reading “The Pros and Cons of Economic Desperation…”
The power of Options…
The Power of Options In life, having options is one of the greatest advantages a person can have. Whether it’s in finances, career, education, or personal decisions, options give us the ability to choose what works best—not what we’re forced to settle for. And with options comes something even more valuable: control over our time,Continue reading “The power of Options…”
The role of Fathers and Mentors in Reducing Youth Violence…..
The Role of Fathers and Mentors in Reducing Youth Violence Youth violence doesn’t happen overnight. It often starts with small acts—skipping school, disrespecting authority, hanging with the wrong crowd. These early choices can grow into bigger problems like gang involvement, drug use, or even serious crimes. While many programs focus on punishment after the fact,Continue reading “The role of Fathers and Mentors in Reducing Youth Violence…..”
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