Nourishing Nibbles
#NourishingNibbles centers on getting back in touch with your oldest friend – YOU! This offering features a mix of intimate views from the lives of people who are thriving, expanding boundaries, and exploring the power of gratitude and appreciation.
Althea Gibson
"No matter what accomplishments you make, somebody helped you."
Barbara Jordan
"We must exchange the philosophy of excuse for the philosophy of responsibility."
Michael Jordan
"Limits, like fears, are often just an illusion."
Friday’s Culture Casserole: Art and Culture in Everyday Life
Contributed by Tanya S. Art, music and all forms of culture are part of our everyday lives. Yet, it seems to be at the bottom of the list when it comes to programs that are being cut from school curricula. However, our overall well-being can be greatly enhanced by...
Frederick Douglass
“I prefer to be true to myself, even at the hazard of incurring the ridicule of others, rather than to be false, and to incur my own abhorrence.”
Thursday’s Nourishing Nibbles: Confidence is Sexy
Contributed by Noreen Sumpter, The Confidence Coach Confidence is the kind of accessory that you cannot beg, steal or borrow. It has to be built. Confidence is always in style. Women with confidence are recognized and acknowledged by everyone, no matter...
Sidney Poitier
"I never had an occasion to question color, therefore, I only saw myself as what I was... a human being."
Wednesday’s Spicy Morsels: A V-Day to Remember
Contributed by Troy J. Valentine’s Day is tomorrow and if you are anything like me, this is something you realized this morning. Your partner is expecting some romance and you are unsure what you can throw together last minute, here are some ideas: Dinner at home. If...
George Washington Carver
“Ninety-nine percent of the failures come from people who have the habit of making excuses. ”
Denzel Washington
"If I am a cup maker, I'm interested in making the best cup I possibly can. My effort goes into that cup, not what people think about it."
Monday’s Financial Feast: My Recipe for Financial Recovery after Divorce
Contributed by Diane L. My Recovery Recipe Forgive yourself – beating yourself only slows you down. Don’t let your emotions take over – take action. Find a quality lawyer – this is not an area to scrimp. Increase your financial savvy – obtain your credit report and...
Donna Marie
"Trust yourself, trust your heart, trust your path, trust that where you are is perfect. There is no where to get to, only to uncover."
Morgan Freeman
"Learning how to be still, to really be still and let life happen - that stillness becomes a radiance."
Friday’s Culture Casserole: Juvenex Spa
Contributed by Donna Marie As I made my way to meet my Mom at Juvenex Spa, The Jewel of New York, located on the 5th floor at 25 West 32nd Street in NYC, I was glad I thought of this treat on a day that was perfect to escape the chill and the first snows of the...
Harriet Tubman
"Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world."
Thursday’s Nourishing Nibbles: Dealing with Criticism
Contributed by Tanya S. I tend to let things roll off my back. Meanwhile, I see my friends suffer with the slightest negative comment. Recently, my friend emailed me to ask for advice about dealing with criticism. Here are some ingredients I suggested: Ingredient #1...
Pema Chodron
"It's really important to be able to receive love and receive compassion. It is as important as being able to give it."
Wednesday’s Spicy Morsels: Healthy Fighting? Yes!
Contributed by Leo R. Fighting is part of every relationship. We would all like to think we can hold hands and skip through daises every day, but the reality is life can be stressful and your partner may have some habits that annoy you and make you want to pull your...
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