As we embrace the vibrant spirit of August, we are also celebrating National Black Business Month—an opportunity to support and uplift Black-owned enterprises that continue to enrich our communities. Let’s dive into this week’s selection of thought-provoking reads and inspiring listens that offer a mosaic of perspectives, experiences, and ideas that shape our world.
Read
- Black Culture Was Center Stage at the Olympics, and It Meant So Much to Fans Like Me, Popsugar Explore the profound impact and significance of Black culture at the Olympics. Read more
- Whimsical Parade of Banksy Animals Sends Fans on a Giddy Hunt, The New York Times Dive into the latest street art mysteries by the enigmatic Banksy across London. Read more
- Research Reveals the Damage to Mental Health from an Invisible Dimension of Household Chores, Fast Company Uncover how unseen household tasks disproportionately impact mental health. Read more
- This is Exactly What I Needed to Help Me Reach My Fitness Goals, Sisters From AARP Discover personal stories of fitness journeys and inspired goals. Read more
- Six Strategies to Finally Kick Your Doomscrolling Habit, Lifehacker Learn practical tips to break the cycle of negative online browsing. Read more
- 4 Ways to Keep Your Vacation Going After You’re Back, The New York Times Integrate your vacation vibes into daily life with these insightful tips. Read more
- Lauren Scruggs on What Her Medal Means for Black Girls: ‘Once You See Yourself, You Think You Can Do It’, Self Olympic fencer Lauren Scruggs discusses the power of representation in sports. Read more
- Three Simple Ways to Recharge, Mindful Refresh and rejuvenate with these simple, mindful techniques. Read more
- 11 Things to Say When Someone Dies Besides ‘I’m Sorry’, Time Explore alternative expressions of condolence that offer genuine comfort. Read more
- How to Build Your Confidence So You Can Have the Life You Deserve, Self Gain insights into fostering self-confidence and pursuing the life you envision. Read more
- A Designer Inspired by Rock Music, the Architecture of Bridges and John Waters, The New York Times Delve into the artistic inspirations behind the creations of Hermès’s women’s wear artistic director, Nadège Vanhée. Read more
Listen
- Decentering Romance, Therapy for Black Girls Unpack the traditional narratives around romance with insightful discussion. Listen now
This week, let’s reflect on how each story informs and inspires our journey, driving us to explore new ideas, cherish our connections, and embrace a life enriched by diverse experiences and perspectives. Join me next week as we continue to explore, learn, and grow together.
Stay curious,
Yvette Sojourner