(ThyBlackMan.com) I was speaking to a close friend earlier this week about the situation of single parenthood she’s found herself in. It’s been a year for her now – a year of joyful motherhood coupled with the frustration of dealing with the biological father who, at times, seems to fight ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Speaking to the Associated Press, the daughters of the late Malcolm X have expressed disappointment in their father’s biography, written by recently deceased Columbia University professor, Manning Marable. Ilyasah and Malaak Shabazz are concerned about allegations in the book that their parents’ marriage was strained and that both of ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Any time you meet a payment. – Good Times. Any time you need a friend. – Good Times. Any time you’re out from under. Not getting hassled, not getting hustled. Keepin’ your head above water, Making a wave when you can. Temporary lay offs. – Good Times. Easy credit ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) As soon as my wife said it, I could feel the tension. My “trigger point” had been hit, and an argument was waiting to happen. But our kids happened to be in the same room. And if you listen to the experts on parental conflict, you learn that arguing ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) As a coach who helps parents to be more effective, I’m often asked the same kinds of questions. “How can I get my kid to listen?” “How can I motivate my kid to do homework?” Or, “why does my child get so angry with me?” While there isn’t a ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) This week was supposed to be a landmark occasion in the evolution of contemporary African American thought. A new release on the life and death of an American success and race tragedy, published by Viking (Penguin Group) and written by author, columnist, scholar Manning Marable, called Malcolm X: Life ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Prostate, lung and colorectal cancers are the most common cancers among African Americans. While many cancers are more common among whites, Blacks are more likely to die from them. The good news is you can help lower your risk of cancer just by watching what you eat. Not that ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) According to a study by Redbook and Smart Money magazine, 70% of couples talk about money at least once every week. Money has not been seen as a commodity according to Donna Laikind, a marriage and family therapist and a counselor on money problems among couples. Respondents said that ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) I admit feeling a bit of glee upon hearing that Fox News is going to part ways with Glenn Beck. After watching his ratings decline, the network decided that it’s best that Beck take his chalk board elsewhere and find something new to do with his time. The departure ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) REMARKS BY THE PRESIDENT – AT THE NATIONAL ACTION NETWORK ANNUAL GALA… Sheraton New York Hotel – New York, New York 6:01 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. Good to be in New York City. Let me begin by acknowledging some very, very special guests. Dr. Richardson, thank you. ...