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Friday Fiesta: Balancing Fun and Safety in the Post-Turkey Haze ππ
Peace Family! βπΎβπΎ It's Friday afternoon, and we're still riding that post-Thanksgiving wave. Before you dive into those weekend plans,...
Jerome D. Silas
Nov 29, 20241 min read
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Friday Funnies: Surviving the Post-Thanksgiving Madness ππ₯§
Peace Family! βπΎβπΎ It's Friday, and you know what that means - we made it through another Thanksgiving! π₯³ Now, before we dive into our...
Jerome D. Silas
Nov 29, 20242 min read
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Evening Gratitude: Reflecting on Our Blessings, Renewing Our Commitment π―οΈππΎ
Peace Family! βπΎβπΎ As the sun sets on this Thanksgiving Day, let's take a moment to reflect on the blessings that have sustained us,...
Jerome D. Silas
Nov 28, 20241 min read
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Midday Reflections: Honoring Our Ancestors, Empowering Our Future π―οΈπ¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦
Peace Family! βπΎβπΎ As the day stretches on, let's take a moment to reflect on the significance of this Thanksgiving holiday, beyond the...
Jerome D. Silas
Nov 28, 20242 min read
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Gratitude, Growth, and Gathering: Redefining Our Day of Thanks π
Peace Family! βπΎβπΎ It's Thursday, November 28th, 2024 - a day many call Thanksgiving. Now, we know the story they taught us in school...
Jerome D. Silas
Nov 28, 20241 min read
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Evening Reflection: Honoring Your Healing Progress π π
Peace Family! βπΎβπΎ As the sun sets on this Hump Day, it's time to take a moment and honor the work you've put into your healing and...
Jerome D. Silas
Nov 27, 20241 min read
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Midday Momentum: Fueling Your Healing Journey ππ«
Peace Family! βπΎβπΎ It's high noon on Hump Day, and we're here to give you that midweek boost in your journey of healing and...
Jerome D. Silas
Nov 27, 20241 min read
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Wellness Warriors: Nurturing Our Bodies and Minds in the Battle for Justice πͺπΎπ§
Peace Family! βπΎβπΎ It's Tuesday, and we're here to talk about something crucial β our health. Now, I know what some of y'all might be...
Jerome D. Silas
Nov 26, 20242 min read
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Second Guessin' The First Impression: Why The Encore Matters More π€π
Peace Family! βπΎβπΎ Tonight, we're diving into something that might just flip your script β It's Choosing Season, and we're choosing to...
Jerome D. Silas
Nov 26, 20242 min read
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Seeing Through The 'Free Stuff' Facade: A Lesson In Genuine Care ππ―
Peace Family! ποΈ Y'all see what's happening on Facebook Marketplace lately? π Let me break it down for you: Dear Facebook Marketplace,...
Jerome D. Silas
Nov 25, 20242 min read
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From Warrior To Conqueror: Embracing The Monday Mindset πͺπΎ
Peace Family! ποΈ It's Monday, and you know what that means β It's Choosing Season! π± Today, we're not just pushing through another...
Jerome D. Silas
Nov 25, 20242 min read
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Confronting Misplaced Anger: A Journey of Accountability and Healing
Peace Family! βπΎβπΎ It's Choosing Season, and today we're choosing to confront some hard truths. Let's talk about misplaced anger and...
Jerome D. Silas
Nov 24, 20242 min read
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"Unleashing the Power of Self-Accountability: Transforming Lives and Finding Purpose W/ Sista Zuri"
The Accountability Corner Is Proud To Introduce Sista Zuri Adina As Our Newest Member Of The Accountability Corner Blog Writing Family!!!!!
Zuri Adina
Aug 30, 20232 min read
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The Importance of Masculine Black Male Figures in Community Building
The issues surrounding Black Men in America are complex, to say the least. Black Men have experienced significant struggles, from slavery...
Jerome D. Silas
Jun 17, 20232 min read
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The Mental Toll of Advocating for the Black Community: Balancing Frustration and Responsibility
Advocating for the Black Community can take an immense mental toll. It requires fighting against systems of oppression while balancing...
Jerome D. Silas
Jun 17, 20232 min read
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The Power and Responsibility of Using My Voice to Uplift The Black Community
As a speaker, I have been given a gift that allows me to uplift the Black community. This precious talent often feels like both a gift...
Jerome D. Silas
Jun 17, 20232 min read
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Breaking The Cycle Of Hatred: How Childhood Trauma Impacts Adult Relationships
It's A Sad Reality That Many Men Who Have Grown Up Without A Positive Male Role Model In Their Lives Have A Deep-Seated Mistrust And...
Jerome D. Silas
Jun 10, 20232 min read
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Raising the Bar: Why Accountability in Partner Choices is Crucial for Healthy Families
It's a sad reality that some women prioritize their own desires over their children's wellbeing. As men, we need to be aware of those...
Jerome D. Silas
Jun 10, 20231 min read
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The Impact of Hip-Hop/Rap Music on Today's Youth: Lessons from Ja Morant's TikTok Challenge
Hip-Hop/Rap Music has always been a subject of controversy, and various individuals have conflicting viewpoints about the impact this...
Jerome D. Silas
Jun 6, 20231 min read
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Exploring Other Religions to Bridging the Gap in the Black Community
As Black People, we cannot deny that slavery has left deep wounds that have yet to heal completely. One of the results of this trauma has...
Jerome D. Silas
Jun 5, 20232 min read
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