(ThyBlackMan.com) Bitterness is a hateful and spiteful condition of the heart that evolves out of being wronged or thinking that one has been mistreated. It involves continual contemplation of hurtful things done to you, which typically results in displaced anger that never seems to go away. Within the context of ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) We are constantly discussing the plight of single mothers, women who are left to raise children without fathers in the household. We have heard stories of dad’s taking off and leaving, never seeing their offspring again or hardly keeping in touch. However, we rarely hear about the mother that ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Essence Magazine’s Demetria Lucas (who I consider a friend after having her on my show once) recently hit on her oft-discussed topic of black women and relationships by questioning whether or not the stereotype of the single, bitter black woman is true. Her words were a reflection of comments made by Ralph Richard ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) On September 2, 2011 at 1:24 AM, God blessed my wife and me with a happy, healthy, beautiful, baby boy. Upon our return to the recovery room, I began my massive digital announcement campaign, consisting of text messages, emails, and mobile phone calls to alert family and close friends ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person: he believed in me. Jim Valvano (Coach and Mentor) There are community programs, social initiatives, governmental support, school vouchers, urban initiatives, and religious seminars, creating opportunities for fathers to be active in their child’s school. If Fathers ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Most couples go through times during which they feel that the spark has gone from the relationship. In this article, I give a few suggestions using the five senses to bring the spark back to the relationship and even make it stronger. Enjoy! 1) Connect with your eyes. Use ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) It’s the middle of summer, and the school year is a distant memory for our children. It’s fine to give them a few weeks to relax and enjoy other activities, but now may be a good time to try to instill a love for reading. With a little planning ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Today’s Black man is more likely to be a single-Father than any other man in America. As a divorcee, I found myself the single-Father of a daughter whom is the light of my life. Reason #1: Unconditional love The love that I receive from my daughter is pure. I ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Trying to make it to the second date? Check out these Dos and Don’ts that could help put you on the road to second date glory. 1) DO be on time. First dates are like job interviews. First impressions matter A LOT. You don’t want to start off on the wrong foot ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) In our current time and space, it is not atypical for two people who are supposedly friends to sexually enjoy each other- with the agreed consensus that no strings are attached. Of course, the world does not see a problem with this “friends with benefits” relationship, and Hollywood certainly ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Folks love to tell single people that they should get married. There are all sorts of reasons for this sociological phenomenon, many of which are comprised of good intentions – and so, they say, is the road to hell. The next time you feel compelled to tell someone you ...
(ThyBlackMan.com) Reading a recent article by Dr. Boyce Watkins on R-Kelly as Grand Marshal of a child’s parade warranted a deeper look into the issue of older men dating young girls. ( Article here (—— ) Picture this: A young African American girl, heavy set, tight leggings and a tank top, heavily ...