11 Communication Musts

Tips for being heard and respected. By Marty Nemko Ph.D. SUMMARY How we communicate matters, but we may have picked up bad habits throughout life. Some tips for better communication…

Mostly Sunny, Partly Dramali In Between

Book Review Mostly Sunny, Partly Dramali In Between By: Willmarine B. Hurst I can see clearly now the rain is gone. It’s gonna be a bright sun shining day. Jimmy…

How Giving Up TV For A Month Changed My Brain And My Life

Watching a couple hours of TV a day can have major effects on your brain. So what would happen if you quit cold turkey? Stephanie Vozza I’ve never seen Game…

How to Shake Off a Hurtful Comment

Practical strategies to bounce back when you get your feelings hurt. by Alice Boyes Ph.D. Source: Luis Galvez/Unsplash Offhand comments from friends, family, and colleagues, or even strangers, can be hurtful…

6 Plants That Naturally Repel Mosquitoes

You might even already have a couple in your garden. Rebecca Straus Read when you’ve got time to spare. Photo by Lana Kenney I live in a one bedroom “garden”…

Local woman releases another book for women

Book Review You Better Got Your Dream By: Willmarine B. Hurst “I wear a crown of knowledge, ‘cause I’m a conscious queen.” Jessica Care Moore (Black Statue of Liberty) Queens…

The Importance of the Covid Vaccinations for African Americans

A NOLA Alpha on the Importance of the COVID Vaccinations   Alpha Phi Alpha is committed to community leadership for healthy, safe and just communities, where all can thrive. Over…

Awareness of Racism Has Increased, But Change Is Difficult

Three ways to address unconscious attitudes. Source: Pixabay / Patrick Behn by Deeba Ashraf, MD and Ebony Dennis, PsyD Awareness of racism increased last summer as Black Lives Matter protests spread across…

Eat These 5 Foods to Support Your Immune System

Yes, what you eat can help keep you healthy. By Heather Mayer Irvine Hinterhaus ProductionsGetty Images Vitamins and supplements are highly useful tools for a lot of folks looking for…

3 Simple Ways to Stay in Love

Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D. How to make every day Valentine’s Day. THE BASICS Most couples make a special effort to focus on each other several times a year—often birthdays,…