Growing up as a black kid in Africa in the 90’s was a peculiar experience particularly in terms of creating an identity for oneself. In African cultures, we are very often taught to respect and obey our elders no questions asked. Independent thinking seemed to be something you could only achieve once you were no... Continue Reading →
Love has always been a struggle for me especially as I was growing up. In my home, it felt like love was a reward for accomplishing above and beyond your potential. Excellence was not celebrated but rather expected and I subconsciously developed the idea that the love I deserved depended on how well I could... Continue Reading →
It is hard to know what to pay attention to in our world today. Every single day we are bombarded with images, stories and videos of so much more information than we can ever process. And it’s not just social media, it is everywhere you go, a day cannot pass you by without you hearing... Continue Reading →
Days like this have different meanings to each person. For some it is a painful reminder of loss, for others a celebration of good fortune and for others a bittersweet reminder of unfulfilled potential. Regardless of your feelings towards your mother, it’s undeniable that a mother is a spectacular human being, good or bad, present... Continue Reading →
Since I was in high school, I have always envied people who knew exactly what they wanted to do with their lives. There was that girl who at eight decided she wanted to be a doctor, and now she is graduating from medical school with a residency lined up. Her goal was defined early on... Continue Reading →
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