Hello Everyone,

As we step into August, let’s embrace the celebration of National Black Business Month, highlighting and supporting the entrepreneurial spirit within the black community. This week, we’re focusing on enriching our minds and broadening our perspectives with a variety of articles that span fashion, productivity, and historical insights. Each piece is carefully selected to inspire, inform, and provoke thought. Let’s dive into the reads that are shaping conversations and influencing our culture.

Read

  1. National Black Business Month: Discover and support over 100 black-owned businesses that are shaping industries and communities. Read more on Good Housekeeping.
  2. Black Authors Recommend: Explore the favorite books of 10 black authors, providing a rich tapestry of narrative prowess and storytelling. Popsugar dives deep into their choices.
  3. Fashion Forward: Embrace the boldness of wearing white this fall with insights from IN FASHION, challenging traditional color norms. Unveil the trend here.
  4. Boost Your Productivity: Uncover how your work language can unlock new levels of efficiency and satisfaction at work. The Everygirl explains how.
  5. Dietary Insights: Sisters From AARP list 40 foods that might not be the best for black women over 40, aiming to promote better health and well-being. Learn more.
  6. Generational Perspectives: HuffPost explores what the older ‘Lucky To Be Here’ generation can learn from Gen Z’s fresh approach to life and work. Read the insights here.
  7. The Science of Spectating: A study reveals that watching sports can alter brain structure, enhancing emotional well-being and social connectivity. Discover the findings on Women’s Health.
  8. Historical Brat Girls: National Geographic highlights five women in history who epitomized the ‘brat girl’ culture long before it was a trend. Explore their stories.
  9. Travel Stress Management: Conde Nast Traveler provides tips on mitigating the post-vacation blues and easing back into daily routines. Read their advice.
  10. Handling Curiosity: Learn a simple yet effective phrase to fend off intrusive questions, courtesy of The New York Times. Master the art of discretion.

Closing Thoughts

This week, let’s continue to support black-owned businesses and delve into the wealth of knowledge and experience shared through these articles. Each story, each piece of advice, and each historical insight offers us a chance to grow, learn, and be part of a community that celebrates diversity and innovation.

Enjoy the read,
Yvette Sojourner

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