Why We Mishear Each Other So Often

By Roger Kreuz Ph.D. The research on “eggcorns” and why they’re so persistent. KEY POINTS Sometimes it’s the language that’s at fault “Pass mustard.” “Taken for granite.” “Flaw in the…

It’s Okay to Decline an Invitation

If You Don’t Want to Go Janina Steinmetz Ph.D. You might be more worried about saying no than you need to be. People are often invited by friends and family…

Black-Owned Businesses To Shop This Holiday Season

33 Black-Owned Businesses To Shop This Holiday Season (and All Year Round) Find a perfect gift for everyone on your list. By Nafeesah Allen, Ph.D. Photo: According to the U.S.…

The Other Side of Estrangement

by Elizabeth Heaney MA, LPC What can you do if you’re the one who’s being shut out? KEY POINTS This post considers how estrangement might impact those on the receiving…

The 4 Essential Pieces All Great Relationships Must Have To Work

I recently had a discussion with a very insightful woman about what she feels are the four relationship building blocks, all of which must be in place for the relationship to work.…

The People of New Orleans Are the Difference

Our people are our competitive advantage As places go, New Orleans is as unique as any city there is. While some places may tout their economic prosperity, corporate presence and…

Revolutionary History Version 3

    Revolutionary History: Lost and Found, and Lost Again      How the Desire Street “Panther mural,” painted in 1970 to chronicle Black history for residents of the Desire housing development, met…

Nurturing Entrepreneurial Confidence in 2023 and Beyond

The world of entrepreneurship is a constantly evolving landscape, shaped by technological advancements, economic fluctuations, and ever-changing consumer preferences. As an entrepreneur in 2023 and beyond, it’s essential to cultivate…

Healing from Infidelity in Marriage

Should You Stay or Go? Introduction Infidelity in marriage is a painful and complex issue that can shatter trust and leave emotional scars. It comes in various forms, including physical…

Do You Know How to Disagree with Someone?

It’s possible to disagree without being disagreeable. By David Evans KEY POINTS “I hear America singing,” Walt Whitman once wrote, in an earlier, more optimistic age. But that open spirit of optimism…