Success has a way of convincing us that we already understand the world. Worse, it convinces us that we are right. If a person has built a career, runs an organization, manages people, or holds a respected position, it’s easy to assume that discipline and clarity must have been partContinue Reading

Just as the leaves change, our bodies embark on their seasonal journey, both physiologically and psychologically. Physiologically, our bodies respond to shifts in temperature and daylight. During summer, our heart rate might be slightly elevated due to the heat, while in fall, cooler temperatures can enhance endurance. Sunlight influences ourContinue Reading

The truth is, no superfood, supplement, or magic breakfast cures stress, distractions, or that wired but exhausted feeling that creeps in by mid-afternoon. However, food does influence how stable your energy feels, how sharp your thinking stays, and how hard you crash when things go wrong. Most eating habits areContinue Reading

There comes a moment in life — especially when you reach ages 50, 60, 70, and 80 — when something inside begins calling you toward better health, better movement, and better self-care. It doesn’t matter who you are or what you’ve been through; the body sends messages. Maybe it’s stiffnessContinue Reading

Life is hard enough. For those who have afflictions like ADHD (Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder), life can be unbearable. With so many factors contributing to the condition, many people lose themselves in the ever-complicated existence of trying to navigate life, not totally understanding what triggers their condition, and what is simply anContinue Reading

As the holiday season approaches, so do a myriad of stressors — from overindulgence in food and drink to financial pressures and strained relationships. This time of year often brings heightened expectations, which can, paradoxically, lead to feelings of sadness and disappointment for many. With the season’s abundance of festivities,Continue Reading

There is a quiet epidemic happening in the medical industry that very few people are talking about. But Blacks all over have, and are currently, experiencing racism in the most life-threatening way when they visit the doctor. There is an age-old myth, still believed today, that Blacks feel less painContinue Reading

Trauma comes in many forms and affects each of us differently. What causes trauma is physical and emotional pain, fear, loss, betrayal, abuse of power, helplessness, confusion, and extraordinarily destructive events. Dealing with trauma can be complex simply because many people: 1) don’t know how to define what trauma actuallyContinue Reading

Life as a professional football player can be hard on the body. Players often refer to playing on Sunday as equivalent to being in a major car accident once a week. For Art Still, playing in the league for over 10 years was an absolute pleasure, but also a nightmareContinue Reading