(ThyBlackMan.com) Scripture says, The human mind may devise many plans, but it is the purpose of the Lord that will be established.  (Proverbs 19:21 NRSV). You do not create purpose. Purpose creates you. Before you ask, what is my purpose, though, ask these three questions: What does my life mean? ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) It’s a new year and 2021 brings both uncertainty and hope. The year 2020 was dominated by the global pandemic of the novel coronavirus. There was no industry on Earth that was not significantly impacted by COVID-19. Athletes were physically impacted and even emotionally impacted as in the story ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Now that the Georgia runoffs are over, let’s talk about Donald Trump. When we really needed all hands on deck in Georgia, Trump was a wrecking ball. He went down to Georgia and insulted everyone, refusing to talk about anything but himself. Based on his rally speech this week, ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Many Black Americans are not ready to take coronavirus vaccine.  With all the confusion and misinformation about the disease and the vaccine, we are not surprised.  As physicians in the community, we study information and make decisions that are in the best interests of our patients, our families, and ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) It looks as if African Americans cannot get any respite from racism irrespective of their education, stature and wealth. Most recently, a black doctor who had tested positive for Covid-19 accused the Indiana University North Hospital of racist treatment. Just a few days later, she died. The Hospital has ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) If you live in Florida or Texas and you’re 65 or over, you can get in line for a COVID-19 vaccine at a mall, stadium or drive-thru center. You may have to wait for hours, but being in line is better than being in the dark. That’s where most ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Injuries always come unannounced. You can’t do much about them except for getting yourself treated. It’s not easy but what’s more challenging is when a party is involved in your personal injury. It is a relief that you have insurance, but it’s no use when there is a case. ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Is your vision blurred or cloudy? Do you find it difficult to see in dim or bright light, with very bright light uncomfortable to look at? Do you see circles of light around bright lights such as streetlights and car headlights? If so, you might have developed cataracts in ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) “I wish they would put themselves — the White House and Congress and everybody else making these decisions — in the shoes of us, the normal working people, who need help due to no fault of our own. I’m asking to be able to keep my apartment. To be ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Ashamed, embarrassed, and too afraid to speak about it? Now is the best time for you to be vocal about your mental health. Keep in mind, if you continue to ignore it, it will negatively influence your physical health. There was a time when people were too afraid to ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) It is reasonable to state that being a Black man in America is one of the most difficult tasks known to humankind. Black men are the most likely group to be incarcerated while also having the shortest lifespan of all Americans. Although numerous studies have explained why the above ...

(ThyBlackMan.com) Let’s start off by mentioning nutritional supplements are not meant to replace a balanced diet at the table. Indeed, it’s recommended that you include as much wholesome organic foods in your diet as possible for the best health. In addition to eating right, you ought to spend more time ...