As a Black leader in the marketing and communications industry, one of the most important skills I must have is to be observant. I must observe our context, understand the necessary things in history and use that to inform the...
Category: EMOTIONAL SELF CARE
The Little Mermaid Controversy and a Moment of Communal Healing for Black People
Less than a week after the trailer for the upcoming live-action remake of 1989 classic The Little Mermaid, it gained over two million “dislikes” on YouTube. It holds the record for the most disliked film trailer for any North American...
Finding Your Joy Within Community
Given the systemic drawbacks that people of color face on a daily basis, it can be hard for us to find peace and happiness in our local communities. However, we shouldn’t let societal issues keep us from experiencing joy. Many...
Reimagining Self-Care for Black Folks
What does self-care mean to you? Touted by influencers and all-inclusive resorts in balmy, impossibly beautiful locales, self-care is often aligned with “treating yourself” and enjoying some decadence. Though it may be a trend in the wellness industry, civil rights...
CommunityBuild Ventures Cooperative
CommunityBuild Ventures is a pro-Black, solution-focused firm that’s committed to eliminating racial disparities by developing powerful and racial equity-driven leaders and organizations. One of the ways CommunityBuild Ventures accomplishes this goal is with the CommunityBuild Ventures Cooperative, a growing cooperative...
What It Means to Center “Healing Justice” in Wellness
Take a look at any magazine in the grocery store checkout lane and you’re bound to find articles referencing “self care” and the importance of taking “me time” for anyone seeking happiness and a balanced life. While the theories behind...
