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My First Year of College: A Rollercoaster of Growth and Discovery
As I prepare to drop my son off for his Junior year at Virginia State University, I can’t help but to think about my first year at Loyola...

Aisha Spencer
Sep 12, 20244 min read


Falling into Fall - A self-care reset
As we nestle into cozy season, a perfect opportunity arises to reevaluate and reflect. A self care reset is calling your name. The...

Aisha Spencer
Sep 5, 20242 min read


Stepping into the Real World: My Journey with My First Big Girl Job
Stepping into the Real World: My Journey with My First Big Girl Job Landing my first “big girl” job was a milestone I had anticipated for...

Aisha Spencer
Aug 29, 20243 min read


Chronic Pain
When you think of pain, what is the first thing that comes to mind? I would assume that everyone views pain differently based on their...
Vivian Tanner
Aug 14, 20241 min read


Taking Chances
Every day is a new day to take a chance, a leap of faith. We wake up feeling a handful of emotions. Perhaps tired from the day before or...
Vivian Tanner
Jul 26, 20242 min read


The Sweet Tradition of our Family Cake Recipe
Every family has its unique traditions, and for ours (in-law side), it's the sweet, aromatic allure of our cherished family cake recipe....

Aisha Spencer
Jul 19, 20244 min read


Political Turmoil: How to protect your peace during a tumultuous election season
As the 2024 election gets near, the status of our country hangs in the balance. With the presidential election approaching, the...
Amaya Sessom
Jul 16, 20243 min read


Navigating the Role Reversal: When Children Become the Caregivers for Aging Parents
As our parents age, many of us find ourselves in a role reversal, where the child becomes the caregiver. This transition can be...

Aisha Spencer
Jul 5, 20244 min read


The Weathering Framework: What Black Women Need to Know
Is the chronic stress of everyday structural and systemic racism making us sick? According to the research of Arlene Geronimus, she...
Ayanna Blue
Jun 28, 20243 min read


Prioritize Your Well-being: A 7-Day Wellness Reset for Mind, Body, and Soul
Achieving work/life balance does not always seem possible in our ever-changing world, where getting caught up with all of life’s demands...

Duwa Mutharika
Jun 7, 20243 min read


“Homebound Adventures: College Student Home for Summer”
My son has returned home from Virginia State University. Wow, I can’t believe he has two years down and just two more to go. That means...

Aisha Spencer
May 16, 20244 min read


Investing in My Mental Health: Strategies for a Happier, Healthier Me!
Investing in your mental health is just as important as investing in my physical health. I need to do better at investing in both. I...

Aisha Spencer
May 9, 20244 min read


How Coaching Can Help You Reduce Work Stress
Although workplace stress has become a common issue many professionals face, it doesn't have to overwhelm our daily lives. When you work...

Duwa Mutharika
May 2, 20243 min read


Embracing the JOY of loving clothes
In a world where fashion trends come and go, one thing remains timeless: the joy of loving clothes. From the moment we select our outfit...

Aisha Spencer
Apr 25, 20243 min read


Being a senior is bittersweet
So far, senior year has been a rollercoaster of emotions. I did not take everyone’s account of “it goes by fast” into much...
Madison Greeley
Apr 18, 20242 min read


Toxic or Uncomfortable??
Everything ain’t toxic and you know it!! 18 years ago, when I came into the game, mental health language and jargon was not a thing. You...

Dr. LaNail Plummer
Apr 11, 20243 min read


Navigating Healthy Relationships: Healing from a Bad One
Healing from a toxic or bad relationship can be a challenging journey, but it’s also an opportunity for growth, self-discovery, and...

Aisha Spencer
Apr 4, 20245 min read


A broke girl turned rich
Oh whew!!!! What a title. I thought about it a few weeks ago and wanted to share it with you all. But, as the true nerd that I am, I had...

Dr. LaNail Plummer
Mar 28, 20245 min read


Five Major differences between Coaching and Counseling AND how to choose which one is best for you!
As a leadership/executive and Wellness coach, I am often asked about the major differences between coaching and counseling. Both...

Duwa Mutharika
Mar 21, 20243 min read


Thinking Thoughtfully in 2024
Everyday my teacher asks the class a question on the board that we respond to in about 8-10 sentences. This past week he asked us deep...
Madison Greeley
Mar 14, 20241 min read
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