Building Bridges While Setting Boundaries –
Mental Wellness in Community Relationships Living in community is one of our greatest strengths in New Orleans. We take care of each other, we show up for each other, and…
Why Do Marriages Succeed?
Master these key relationship skills for a stronger marriage. by Kurt W Ela Psy.D. Key points As a couples therapist, I work with a broad array of relationships: the couple…
Does Wealth Make Us Happier?
A 2023 study helps answer whether getting rich can make you a happier. by Lawrence R. Samuel Ph.D. Key points It’s fair to say that American society is heavily, if…
Katrina Memorial: How Katrina Changed New Orleans’ People & Culture
Meta Description Katrina Memorial Series – Episode 1 Remapping Race: How Katrina Reshaped the Faces of New Orleans August is upon us, and for many New Orleanians, that familiar hurricane…
Plugged In But Disconnected
Is your phone draining your relationship? When’s the last time you turned around because you forgot your spouse? Not your phone—your actual partner. When’s the last time you checked on…
Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You Should
We live in a world full of receipts, call-outs, and moral grandstanding. It’s easy to believe that the right thing to do is whatever you have the loudest argument for.…
How the Need to Be Right Can Destroy Relationships (and How to Let It Go)
We’ve all been there—the rush of being right. Whether it’s a heated debate about something small, like who makes the best Gumbo, or a bigger discussion, being right can feel…
7 Ways People Experience Spirituality
Spirituality isn’t one-size-fits-all. You may be more spiritual than you know. By Andy Tix Ph.D. Key points As a psychologist of religion and spirituality, I am often asked what I…
Clearing Clutter: A Sacred Act of Healing for the Mind, Spirit, and Home
For many in the Black community, cleaning is more than just a chore—it is a ritual, a sacred act tied to spiritual renewal, mental clarity, and emotional well-being. From childhood,…
New Orleans Watchdog Under Fire: OIG Accused of Waste and Corruption
Inspecting the Fox That Watches the Henhouse – A Report on the New Orleans Inspector General Prepared by: New Orleans United Front (NOUF), a community coalition advocating for transparency and…