Personal Development – Page 2

Why Anti-Intellectualism Appeals in America—and Why It’s Dangerous

Anti-intellectualism has been woven into America’s cultural fabric for decades, but in recent years it has surged into mainstream discourse with a new force. Politicians, influencers, and even neighbors increasingly champion a message that expertise, higher education, and literacy are overrated, or worse, elitist. It’s tempting to write this off as ignorance, but the truth…
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They’re Not Smarter Than You—They’re Just Obsessed With Solving Problems

“How do you know all this stuff? Seriously.” Well…in my case, I’m just obsessed with solving problems; getting to the bottom of things; and figuring out how to make something work even when it doesn’t make sense at first. I’m not intimidated by looking like a “fool” or on the opposite side of the spectrum,…
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Beyond the Loop: How Fear, Routine, and the Past Can Keep Us Stuck

For far too many of us, work, conversations, meals, routines, and days, churn out like carbon copies from a machine, stacking neatly into years indistinguishable from one another. It’s like walking circles around a well-worn trail at the park. The ground is beaten down, comfortable underfoot. You know every turn, every shadow, every stone. But,…
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Resources That Changed My Relationship With Money

Money used to feel like this big, overwhelming thing I’d never quite figure out. I thought I needed to be a financial expert to get it right. What I’ve learned is that it’s not about mastering everything, it’s about finding the right tools and wisdom that make money less intimidating and more empowering. Honestly, in…
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How to Date Yourself Without Shame (Especially in the Detroit Metro Area)

Here’s a little secret: you don’t have to wait for someone else to prove you’re worth flowers, fine dinners, and Friday night plans. You can skip that line of thinking entirely and become your own hot date. After all, how will you ever truly know what you enjoy if you never make time to enjoy…
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You’re Not the Black Sheep. You’re the Blueprint.

Being pegged as the “black sheep” isn’t always about mistakes or rebellion. More often, it happens because you stand out. Maybe you think outside of the box, are intelligent, creative, attractive, fearless, or nonconforming. Maybe you carry a confidence that others haven’t yet found for themselves. Instead of being celebrated for those qualities, you become…
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Guard Your Womb Like Your Life Depends On It (Because It Does)

Your womb is not just a physical organ. It’s a power source. A sacred vault. A generational gateway. Whether or not you ever have children, your womb is the seat of your intuition, creativity, and deep ancestral wisdom. Yet, too often, women are conditioned to treat it like a revolving door, allowing people in who…
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Best Resources to Learn a New Language with a Quickness

Learning a new language is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. Between grammar rules, pronunciation, and actually having the courage to speak, many people wonder: What’s the fastest way to get from “I know a few words” to “I can actually hold a conversation”? For me, the journey started early. I began learning French…
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How I Manage Anxiety and Stuttering in Public Speaking

Public speaking used to feel like standing at the edge of a cliff. My body betrayed me: palms sweating (*cue Eminem’s “Lose Yourself”*), voice catching, thoughts racing so fast I couldn’t keep them in order. Sometimes, I’d stumble over my words. Other times, an anxiety attack would creep in and my mind would go completely…
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If You’ll Go All Out for a Job, Go All In for Yourself Too

Many of us have done it. Set the alarm at 5:00 a.m., skipped meals, answered emails at dinner, and poured every ounce of energy into being the most reliable, available, high-performing employee in the room. The problem isn’t that you work hard. It’s that you’ve been taught to give your all to something that would…
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How to Finance Your Move Abroad as a Person of Color (Without Draining Your Savings)

Moving abroad sounds romantic, but passport stamps, new beginnings, and scenic views don’t come free. For many Black and Brown folks dreaming of a life outside the U.S., one of the biggest barriers isn’t desire, it’s dollars. But, what if funding your international leap isn’t as impossible as it seems? Whether you’re escaping burnout, political…
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You Get What You Accept: The Power of Not Being a Guaranteed Option

I’m loving, kind, honest (perhaps a little too much so), and empathetic. These are qualities I pride myself on. But, all too often, people mistake these qualities for naivety or think they can manipulate me. What they fail to realize is that my superpower is knowing exactly when to remove myself. The moment I pick…
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Let’s Talk About Pick-Me Behavior — And Why It’s Not Your Final Form

I already know how this sounds. Another woman talking about “Pick-Me” behavior like she’s never been there. Oh, how I’ve been there, journaled it, and even wrote songs about it. I had a full-blown Pick-Me phase, and looking back, it was less about being liked and more about being afraid that who I really was…
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Small Habits, Big Shifts: 14 Everyday Rules That Changed My Life

I’m not the type to always learn things the easy way. Unfortunately, trial and error has been one of my greatest (and most humbling) teachers. Some lessons hit me like a brick. Others were whispered to me in passing by people who’d already been through the fire. And a few? I had to stumble through…
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How to Learn to Code in 6 Months—Even With a Busy Schedule

Learning how to code can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re juggling work, school, parenting, relationships, or all of the above. But, here’s the reality: you don’t need a computer science degree or 10 hours a day to become a confident, competent coder. With the right strategy, structure, and resources, you can learn how to code…
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Beyond the Bonnet: Why Presentation Still Matters

We hear it all the time: Don’t let what other people think of you define who you are. It’s solid advice. Your value doesn’t magically vanish because someone else refuses to see it. But, here’s what we don’t say enough: just because you don’t need anyone’s approval doesn’t mean how you show up doesn’t matter.…
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Beware the Anglerfish: Why the Pearl is Never on Display

Not everything beautiful is easy to see and not everything easy to see is beautiful. This is a lesson worth learning early on because not everyone who shines in front of you is who or what they seem. Some people put everything they have on full display because it’s all. they. have. They polish what…
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Feminism Isn’t About Hating Men—It’s About Honoring Everyone’s Strength

What Feminism Really Means When some people hear the word feminism, they imagine women marching through the streets waving angry signs or see a woman confidently raising her hand in a classroom with unshaven armpits. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. At its core, feminism isn’t about hating men or devaluing masculinity. It’s…
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‘At Least He Came Back’ Isn’t the Goal: Make Sure It’s for the Right Reasons

We’ve all done it: shrugged our shoulders, sighed, and started a sentence with the infamous: “Well, at least he…” At least he works.At least he says sorry, eventually.At least he doesn’t cheat. But, let’s pause here, because every time you start justifying someone’s bare-minimum behavior with “at least,” you’re not defending love. You’re defending lowered…
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They’re Sleeping on You? Good. Let them.

Being underestimated isn’t always an insult. In fact, it can be a hidden gift, one that grants you space, clarity, and the element of surprise. Whether it’s at work, in relationships, or while chasing your goals, being overlooked (or doubted) may sting at first, but it can ultimately work in your favor. We live in…
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