Have you ever looked at someone and worried why they may look so depressed or sad? You probably worry what they could be facing to look the way they do. Thinking someone may be suffering with low self-esteem maybe one thing that pops in to our head. It’s something we should never be ashamed of … Continue reading
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Farewell To The Obamas
Obama, you have done it again. These past 8 years have been nothing but ups and downs for not only you, but the whole country. Ever since the day America heard about the black guy running for president, we all knew things were going to change. And they did. photo cred:Obama Retrieved: January 17, 2016 … Continue reading
#WCW Spotlight: Sibu Mabena
Our Woman Crush Wednesday is the talented Sibu Mabena who at 24 is the Brand Coordinator for MTV Base and MTV / Entrepreneur. Based in Johannesburg, South Africa Sibu is a former dancer making waves behind the scenes in the entertainment industry. Having completed her BA Political Science Degree from the University of Pretoria she … Continue reading
Chest Paining: Going Through ‘The Chesties’ After A Bad Breakup
Have you ever had that horrible feeling of a black hole sitting where your heart is supposed to be? Consuming all your happiness – bringing nothing but grief. You sit in the dark, in denial of what you’re really going through. Yes child, you’re chest paining. Getting through a break up is not easy. All … Continue reading
Behind the Business: B. Lauren, NAKED by Bria
We love inspiring stories from amazing people across the globe who are doing great things. This week’s feature focuses on B.Lauren. B.Lauren was born and raised in one of the six historic wards of Houston, Texas known to many as Third Ward. She cultivated the htx people project to allow people the chance to share … Continue reading
The Mammy Awards: Hollywood’s Obsession With Black Stereotypes
Breaking news! In response to last year’s hashtag #OscarsSoWhite, the Academy has once once again shown us colored folks exactly where we stand with them. Ordinarily I’d be shocked, as gangsta roles and other black stereotypes “real roles” seem to be a favorite in their world, but I guess Straight Outta Compton was too much … Continue reading
Hey Life – I’ll need a side order of peace with those fries!
As adults, we have to learn to juggle many aspects of life. A lot of times we fall victim in allowing people, obstacles, trials and tribulations placed in our path’s to negatively consume us so much to the point that it becomes a stress factor. However, a lot of times stress doesn’t come at the … Continue reading
That one about re-appropriation
Dear ‘New Person’ RE: The re-appropriation of my name. My name is Hulisani and I am re-appropriating my name in a passive aggressive manner. Now let us start with the definition of what re-appropriation is. – In sociology and cultural studies, re-appropriation or reclamation is the cultural process by which a group reclaims—re-appropriates—terms or artifacts … Continue reading
The Life of Tai; an inspiring journey to battle depression through travel
For many women, depression is a reality they face everyday. It comes in many forms and can sometimes be misdiagnosed. Some can be overwhelmed with it and others are able to live with their head just above the water. From the outside looking in, it’s easy to misunderstand and look at it as someone’s inability … Continue reading
You may have several seats! 4 Hell to the naw things you have to leave in 2015
We are almost done with January and setting the tone for the year ahead. It may still be early but time has proven to go really quickly in the blink of an eye. With that said, we need to set some important ground rules for establishing Melanaire status all year round. Here’s how to … Continue reading
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