Nikola Tesla, the enigmatic inventor whose genius was undoubtedly ahead of his time, once postulated that the numbers 3, 6, and 9 held a cosmic significance—a gateway to the universe’s…
Author: Maelinda N. Turner, LCSW, MDiv
Understanding and Managing Anxiety in a Turbulent World
In our fast-paced, ever-changing world, anxiety has emerged as a pervasive concern affecting people from all walks of life. It is now the leading reason why individuals seek therapy, surpassing…
Breaking Down the Stigmas of Therapy in the African American Community
Stigmas of Therapy in the Black Community In the vibrant tapestry of African American culture, there exists a mosaic of stigmas and misconceptions that can obscure the path to mental…
Building Resilience: Countering ACEs in New Orleans’ African-American Community
In the vibrant and culturally diverse city of New Orleans, a pressing issue is affecting many residents. But the African American community is especially impacted. Adverse Childhood Experiences(ACEs) have become…
Black Girl Lost
The Story of a Young Black Girl Repeating the Cycle and Then Breaking it By Kala Hathorn Her story is simple yet deep. A lost Black girl. It is a…
A Message to the Soul of America
A poem by Kala Hathorn We are a city on a hill that cannot be hidden Just like the depths of hatred in this nation that needs to be forgiven…
Make 2021 Your Great Year
Waiting to Exhale by Kala Hathorne As we shift into a new year we must first exhale the staleness of 2020. Then inhale the newness of 2021. TS Eliot…
What do the Lonely do at Christmas time?
By Kala Hathorn “Tis the season to be jolly But how can I be when I have nobody The yuletide carol doesn’t make it better Knowing that we won’t…
You Must Be the Best You
By Kala Hathorn You must be the best you you can be. In an age where everyone seeks to be seen and revered; instead seek to be kind, compassionate, hardworking,…