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4 Tips On Curing The “I Got It” Syndrome

Asking for support is an act of resistance. Author Elayne Fluker’s new book offers help to “unapologetically ambitious women.”

5 min readJun 29, 2021

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Leave Lilibet Alone

Once again racism rears its ugly head when it comes to Meghan Markle, Prince Harry, and their kids

4 min readJun 8, 2021

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Leave Lilibet Alone

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In Defense of Meghan Markle and ‘Angry Black Women’

Allegations of bullying levied at Markle remind us that our character will be attacked by folks uncomfortable with our existence

4 min readMar 5, 2021

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Vanessa Williams on Why ‘A Diva’s Christmas Carol’ Is a Cult Classic

The singer-actress reflects on its fandom for the 20th anniversary

5 min readDec 17, 2020

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What You Need Right Now Is a Good Cry

Plus, how to muster up the tears if you’re a little too used to bottling up emotions

7 min readNov 2, 2020

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My Therapist Says That’s a Thought, Not a Feeling

How the Feeling Wheel has helped me navigate my emotions during a pandemic

4 min readAug 31, 2020

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The Best Masks for Every Situation, According to Health Experts

What are epidemiologists, virologists, and doctors putting on their (and their families’) faces in day-to-day life?

6 min readJul 21, 2020

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‘This Is My America’ Breaks the Mold of a Typical YA Novel

Debut author Kim Johnson’s new novel grapples with the criminal justice system and being Black in America

5 min readJul 21, 2020

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Inside the Peloton Community Dedicated to Black Women

Home to more than 7,000 members worldwide, this at-home cycling group is all about sisterhood and accountability

5 min readJun 30, 2020

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A photo of Teresia Greer and her Peloton bike in her living room. “Life is short, do stuff that matters” is on her wall.

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Talking Veganism and Self-Care With Tabitha Brown

America’s favorite auntie and social media influencer is shining her light in an otherwise bleak world

6 min readJun 8, 2020

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L'Oreal Thompson Payton

L'Oreal Thompson Payton

L’Oreal is a freelance writer and editor who’s dedicated to uplifting and inspiring Black women and girls through storytelling. Learn more at LTintheCity.com.

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