CNN By Madeline Holcombe Do you have a sore throat, a runny nose and muscle aches? It could be a common cold, a case of the flu — or Covid-19. The…
Year: 2021
How to Keep Old Habits from Sabotaging Your Goals
by Diane Dreher Ph.D. 5 steps to eliminate unproductive habits & flourish in the new year. KEY POINTS Progress toward our goals can be undermined by unproductive habits. When we…
Kujichagulia, the Second Principle of Kwanzaa
Means ‘Self-Determination’ The second day of Kwanzaa honors Kujichagulia — self-determination– and is celebrated on December 27. The second principle of the Nguzo Saba, as well as all seven principles, expresses itself…
With omicron, you need a mask that means business
by Maria Godoy of NPR With another coronavirus variant racing across the U.S., once again health authorities are urging people to mask up indoors. Yes, you’ve heard it all before.…
Avoiding Debates for a Happier Holiday
Teyhou Smyth Ph.D., LMFT A “fun debate” can sometimes turn into a heated argument with family. Key points When approaching holiday gatherings with family, it can help to establish one’s…
A Look At The Saints’ Playoff Chances
For the rest of the country it was probably a snooze fest. Here though, it was high drama football. In the end, the Saints saved their season by beating the…
The Election of Oliver Thomas
Real Progress for Our City Much has been made about the progressive movement in New Orleans. People say recently elected DA Jason Williams and Sheriff Susan Hutson represent this change. …
The Sad Case of Judge Michelle Odinet
I’m relieved that arespectable judge like Lafayette’s Michelle Odinet only thinks of black people as n*ggers and roaches when she’s high on sedatives. Otherwise, we’d have a problem. To know…
Homegoing for Former Miami Congresswoman Carrie Meek
by Pat Bryant Miami gave former Congresswoman Carrie Meek as great a homegoing as she was in the life of Miami and Florida. Elected to the U.S. Congress in 1992,…
Getting Through the Holidays: Find Peace and Build Resilience
Carla Shuman Ph.D. How to be more intentional about holiday activities and time with family. Key points Be intentional about how you spend your holidays and create your own traditions.…