For Black fathers, navigating the dynamics of co-parenting can present unique challenges due to societal stereotypes and historical contexts. Nevertheless, with dedication and a strategic approach, Black men can successfully co-parent with their child’s mother without encountering unnecessary drama. Co-parenting, the collaborative effort between separated parents, plays a pivotal roleContinue Reading
Once upon a time, in a world filled with the chaos of dating apps, blind dates, and a never-ending quest for true love, there was an age-old saying that seemed to baffle all the experts: “Opposites attract.” How could it be that two people so incredibly different could find themselvesContinue Reading
The journey toward becoming a husband is a transformative process that involves a series of stages, each contributing to the growth and maturation of a man. While every individual’s path is different, there are often five basic stages that summarize the evolution of a man’s journey to matrimony. Understanding andContinue Reading
GLEN SHUMATE Glen Shumate serves as the Executive Director of the Contractor Assistance Association and ACE Mentor Cleveland. Shumate leads the education, marketing, diversity & inclusion, workforce, and government/public affairs programs. Shumate has over 25 years of leadership in marketing, communications, diversity & inclusion. Glen’s focus over the past severalContinue Reading
Everyone can feel the new normal of thinking about their expenses. Those who earn in the top one percent might not feel it, but for those who are middle class or lower, trying to stay afloat in this economy is getting harder and harder. To combat inflation and housing costs,Continue Reading
There is a new trend spreading across the country where people who have been single for several years enter into marriage but decide to keep as much of their single life as possible. With online dating, couples are meeting from various parts of the country and the world. The trendContinue Reading
Citing the words of Alfred Kinsey, renowned researcher and founder of the Institute for Sex Research at Indiana University, “Sex is the most profoundly joyous, thrilling, and satisfying human experience.” Let’s delve into the factors that influence human sexual pleasure. This article zooms in on a specific part of thisContinue Reading
When CODE M Magazine set out to find our first man of the year, we wanted to find a person that is making a difference in the Black community. We wanted to find someone that transcends what we have come to expect from Black leaders today. Orating is no longerContinue Reading
his is Dr. Willie Jolley and Tis the Season to be … Jolley!!! As we celebrate this wonderful time of the year, I have a special 12 Days of Christmas message to help you and your family to win more! On The First Day of Christmas – I want you toContinue Reading
As the holiday season — traditionally associated with joy and togetherness — unfolds, it introduces stressors that can strain marriages and lead couples to contemplate divorce or separation. Heightened expectations, coupled with financial pressures and increased social obligations, often act as catalysts for existing issues to surface and intensify. AccordingContinue Reading
