(ThyBlackMan.com) In a culture that often equates “wealth” with materialism, it’s no wonder debt is out of control and savings are low. This week, I feel led to encourage you in the area of your finances. Answer these questions for yourself: Do you know how much you’ll need for retirement? ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Household uses…for vodka? That’s right! Vodka isn’t just for cocktails: It removes mold, brightens clothes, and kills pests (yes, really). You’ve probably heard of a lot of green-cleaning alternatives these days, but vodka may be a new one. One of the best reasons to use vodka for household chores ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) I recently purchased a delicious, ready-made salad from Trader Joe’s, only to discover its surprising caloric intake afterwards. It’s unexpected to find out how something seemingly healthy can wreck your weight loss efforts if you aren’t careful. When you think of a healthy meal choice, a nice green salad ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Men tend to get most of the blame when it comes to women’s sexual satisfaction. True, it wouldn’t hurt for some men to learn more about a woman’s body for a deeper understanding of what turns a woman on, but if they suffer from premature ejaculation they can learn how ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) How do you get, and keep, more energy throughout the day? The average day for the average adult is filled with enough tasks and to-do’s to make it a challenge to keep their energy levels up so they can be more active throughout the day. But even worse: many ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Dear Friend,  Do you need a break? Many of us do, but the real question is, “Will you take time for one?” Those of us alive today are living at a faster pace than any human beings who’ve ever walked the planet. Advertisers tell us our tech gadgets will ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Wondering how to relieve pain? Yoga may be an effective pain alternative. But which poses are the most beneficial? A review of 20 years worth of studies conducted by researchers at Duke University Medical Center found that yoga is effective in the treatment of chronic pain, including osteoarthritis, carpal ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Watching what you eat is important. When it comes to foods to avoid, seniors learn more and more the older they get about foods they can and can’t tolerate. Healthy dieting can add years to your life, but more importantly, it can make those years that much better, that much ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Most people know how to eat right and exercise…right? Maybe, maybe not. At a recent Body Under Construction book signing, I was asked, “Since everyone knows that we should eat right and exercise in order to live longer, healthier lives, why don’t we do it?” I think that this is ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) You’re asking yourself “how do I get energy???” Does your energy level come crashing down at 3pm? Do you feel drained, eyelids starting to droop as the afternoon wears on? When fatigue drags you down, don’t look to a candy bar, cup of coffee, or energy drink for a ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) The last few of years have tested our collective resilience – the economic downturn and layoffs have certainly taken their toll on a lot of individual lives. But even if you haven’t been a victim, it’s a safe bet you still know what it means to have a setback, ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) In a recent conversation with my daughter, we reminisced about times past, which included family gatherings, career and business successes, and life experiences on our individual journeys.  We identified this conversation as reconnecting with our joy, the times we used to laugh, be carefree, had more financial freedom, better ...