Once I allowed myself to embrace these feelings of change with openness and acknowledgment that my life was changing – exactly as I wanted – the more I began to adapt and love my new home.

I have always loved trying new foods. I love starting my week by searching for a new recipe I can make or a sweet treat I can try and whip up or discover something new I have never tried before.

Being thankful for not only things but the people around me who support, love, and root for me changed something within. The little annoyances that are just a part of life went unnoticed.

Taking a break from your phone or the internet is crucial for maintaining mental equilibrium. Human beings weren't designed to exist in isolation. Let's connect beyond the digital realm.

To address mental health stigmas, raise awareness, and increase mental illness treatments amongst Middle Eastern communities, it is essential to foster open conversations, promote education and understanding about mental health, and work toward building accessible and culturally sensitive mental healthcare services.

While there is still stigma present when it comes to mental health in the Asian American community, I do believe that there is change happening that will hopefully allow more individuals to seek care.

A whole world full of new experiences is waiting for you. Create purposeful, authentic trips with your family and friends in countries across the world with immersive cultural travel.

As January Donovan says, self-worth is derived from knowing how and why you live in your skin. How you parent, how you show up for friends and family, how you show up in your career, honestly, without compromise.

I have been fortunate to have been surrounded by very strong, resilient and present figures in my life, and I draw my Black Girl Magic from them. I am who I am because of who they taught me to be.

I was very quiet when I first came here and didn’t really know how to interact with local people. I slowly got more comfortable, and the gap between Western and Eastern cultures shrank.

What do you think of when you see a woman wearing red? You may think of passion, courage, love! We want to introduce you to Mary, a heart transplant candidate who embodies all of these.

Have you ever lost someone? It is kind of funny to think that something really bad has to happen in your life so that you can start living one day at a time as if it were your last day on earth.

Communities online and in-person have formed for people to meet and talk with others who have the same autoimmune condition. Your mindset changes when you know you’re not struggling alone.

I threw myself into an entirely different crowd and environment in Egypt. I wanted to be part of something bigger than myself to make an impact, and I believe I did. Did I grow as a person? I did.

LeTesha Wheeler says to share life experiences, not your opinions. No one can judge your experience. It is not right or wrong — it just is. Take time to understand others’ life experiences.

As I begin my sophomore year at this illustrious Historically Black College & University (HBCU), I think about how different my life would be if I had chosen not to come “home” to Spelman.

Sisters make you laugh and cry; they can drive you nuts and be your support during your toughest times. Sisters will always be there for you. So, take today to celebrate National Sisters Day!

“Loss” – such a small word, yet it can make such a large and painful impact. And when that “loss” is a cherished relationship, the trauma can be swift and sweeping or it can linger for years.

Take a walk in the park today and remember what you enjoyed doing the most. Recall that one day as a kid you still remember to date because you were your happiest and don’t stop doing that.

I was like a tail with my grandmother, so her influence was tremendous in shaping my moral standards and belief system. I am so grateful for all the unconditional love she poured into me.