If mental illness or anxiety shows up in the lives of African Americans, they usually try to hide it due to the stigma of being perceived as weak; they feel it should be kept from others.

The most important thing you can do today to change how you feel is to reach out to another in a way that gives you the experience of genuine connection. We thrive with support in community, says Dr. Constance Scharff.

There is always another challenge waiting around the corner, but faith helps me to focus on the omnipotence of God instead of giving power to difficulties and detractors.

I strongly believe in the power that exists in a good network. Here at Her Nexx Chapter we have a strong team of women who support each other and see the potential that is in each one of us!

Smokers become exposed to a toxic mix of over 7,000 chemicals each time they inhale cigarette smoke. Non-smokers who are around smokers can become extremely ill from secondhand smoke.

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.

Mahalia Jackson had a powerful impact on a lot of people, and one of them was Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., of whom she was a loyal supporter and his favorite opening act around the country.

What began as a simple interlocking toy plastic brick, Lego is currently considered one of the most famous and influential toys on the planet! January 28 provides a great day to honor Lego!

Reflecting on what the past 10 or 20 years of my life have been, I think about what I would tell my younger self. I would tell her that I believe her, and she is right to listen to that inner voice.

SHE Helps to Empower is a program that empowers young ladies transitioning into adulthood out of the foster care system or human trafficking to find healing and restoration.

We can’t all serve on the front lines. We may not be able to donate money or deliver groceries. But we can find a way to encourage and support others, even if we don’t have much besides a piece of chalk.