Statistics show that young people face higher levels of stress and professional pressure now than ever before. According to The American Institute of Stress, the top two causes of stress are “job pressure” and “money”. “Relationships” and “sleep deprivation” also made the top seven stressors. While a high level of stress contributes to high blood […]
This past Thursday, I had the opportunity to interview Kesi Felton, 21-year-old junior from Acworth, GA who is attending Howard University (HU) where she studies communication. She is an up incoming triple-threat entrepreneur who already has several organizations under her belt such as Better to Speak, an organization for black youth to talk about their […]
The city of Atlanta has a lot to offer anyone looking to move into the city limits. With everything from great job opportunities to some of the best entertainment that someone could want, Atlanta truly has something for everyone. As with any city though, Atlanta faces numerous challenges that may impede how much someone could […]
The youth of today are a new breed of young people, as they seek to find pleasure in the little things in life. From avocado toast to things like locally-made craft beer, the youth of today are invested in working hard but playing harder. It’s no wonder non-traditional relationships are on the rise. With activism […]
Everyone always loves a hot meal. Whether you have just come in from a long workday to sit down to dinner or to go out with friends in celebration of some big event, it is a pretty fair bet that food will play some part in what happens next. The art of cooking has been […]
It’s a lazy Saturday morning. You wake up and a thrill of excitement goes through you. You realize that there is something very special about this day. Not only do you not have to go to school or work, but you also have the chance for something you have looked forward to all week. You […]
Is Swipe Culture Really Destroying Traditional Dating? Like many others, I struggle with social anxiety. Despite my desire to, it’s very hard for me to socialize and meet new people. Over the years, I have progressed a lot in this journey, and I found that I was comfortable enough with my progress to begin dating. […]
Ever since I can remember, I’ve been an introvert. I have always preferred keeping to myself and my books. I thought that the need for socialization just skipped me and I willingly isolated myself. Over the years, simple tasks that involved socialization like making phone calls or ordering a coffee in person seemed like insurmountable […]
Same Character – New Presentation One of the most popular controversies happening in modern media today is the subject of racial recasting. Racial recasting is when hollywood takes the chance to recreate a certain story and they change the race of one or multiple characters. This trend has gained a distinctive amount of traction in […]
Society teaches us that if we do not bleed, suffer from lack of sleep, or cancel social events whenever possible to help us succeed, we do not care about our future. Whether it be for a job or our own businesses, we are taught to suffer through it for years until we start to make […]
What superheroes are getting their own movies? Which franchises are being rebooted? What should we expect next from the Marvel universe? Marvel takes over the movie industry Over the last 20 years or so, The Marvel Comic Universe has motivated a shift in the public’s opinion of fantasy. They have taken over the movie industry […]
Deja vu… kind of. Warning! Spoilers ahead. Film analysis The live action version of The Lion King hit theaters on July 9, 2019; I experienced the film for myself on July 23, 2019. The moment the film began, I felt an instant wave of nostalgia. The classic, opening chant of the film reverted my mind […]
Have you ever been stuck in a repeated circle and never felt alive? Sometimes in life, we question ourselves when we get stuck in a dark place and question the ability of God and ask ourselves “why am I going through this” or “what is my purpose?” The answer to those questions all starts with […]
When you’re pregnant, you’re introduced to a whole host of new concepts. Formula or breast milk? Cry it out or cuddle them through it? Cosleep or in the cradle? Every question seems to revolve around the health of the baby, which is to be expected. Bringing a new life into the world is hard and […]
The Bold and Faceless: Dating Apps in the Social Media Era Tinder, Bumble, Hinge, Match.com, and more. The dating world is your oyster and it’s more accessible than ever. If you want a Christian-only experience, there’s an app for that. Who could forget the iconic jingle for Farmer’s Only? Each platform has its hook. Tinder […]
How the Patriarchy Denies Men of Their Humanity With the success of the “Me Too” Movement, third wave feminism has been more influential than ever before. Feminism and gender rights in general have been popular social issues for a long time. Although the conversation regarding feminism mainly center around women’s issues, I think it’s important […]
Changing Times In the early 2000s, the rising trend was based around creating an image of yourself that was a size 2, wore tacky graphic T-shirts, and despised your entire teenage existence because life was hard and you only had 50 friends on Myspace. In retrospect, the 2000s era seems like a completely different time […]
A Hub of Film Culture In recent years, Atlanta has become a hub of filming culture. There has been a rise in high profile productions taking place within the city. Atlanta has housed great blockbusters such as Black Panther, Captain America: Civil War, Baby Driver, Ride Along (1 & 2), Ant-Man, Guardians of the Galaxy, […]
How social media can affect mental health It is easy to get lost in the life of Instagram feeds, tweets, Facebook posts, and snaps. Imagine scrolling down your feed and seeing that one of your followers had just got the job of your dreams, do you congratulate? Compare? Or ignore it? – Sometimes when […]
Who is Willow? Of course, we are all familiar with Willow Smith, as she is the daughter of two impactful celebrities: Will and Jada Smith. But, who is she? Many celebrity children struggle in the public eye that they were born into. On her album The 1st, released in 2017, she expressed these feelings by […]
