Motherhood
Breastfeed or Nah?
(ThySistas.com) After I had my first son, I was elated to be at the end and beginning of a journey that has been a rollercoaster ride so far. Carrying...
Raising our Children in a Pandemic.
(ThySistas.com) 2020 has been fraught with challenges and obstacles that none of us saw coming. This year produced more disastrous events, man-made and...
Many Parents are Not Complaining.
(ThySistas.com) School is starting all over the country and it is a very different start. Some places have students in the classrooms, some schools are...
Children Alter Your Life.
(ThySistas.com) Children are a wonderful gift. They bring a joy that is unspeakable, but with that they alter various aspects of your life. Everything...
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Relationship Talk
Empowering Black Women through Self-Defense: Embracing Strength, Resilience, and Personal Safety.
(ThySistas.com) At 16, I earned my 1st degree Black Belt in Karate through Chuck Norris’ (then) program called Kick Drugs Out of America (now known as...
Black Women and Shadow Work: Healing, Liberation, and Self-Discovery.
(ThySistas.com) Shadow work, a term coined by psychologist Carl Jung, refers to the process of exploring and integrating the hidden, unconscious aspects...
Sometimes A Voice Can Save.
(ThySistas.com) We live in a very fast paced society. Though we have more technology and methods of communication it doesn’t translate to better or more...
The Strong Need Safe Spaces.
(ThySistas.com) The strength of the village is tired. The sistahs that seem to find a way to navigate life for themselves while having to answer others...
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News
Empowering Black Women through Self-Defense: Embracing Strength, Resilience, and Personal Safety.
(ThySistas.com) At 16, I earned my 1st degree Black Belt in Karate through Chuck Norris’ (then) program called Kick Drugs Out of America (now known as KickStart). Even though I haven’t trained since college, I still remember certain moves and takedowns. So this topic is essential to me and all Black women and I urge all to protect themselves mentally, physically, and spiritually to keep our legacies... [Read more of this review]
Black Teenage Girls and the Impact of Social Media.
(ThySistas.com) In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of the lives of many teenagers, including black teenage girls. While social media offers numerous benefits, it also poses unique challenges and influences that can impact their well-being and self-perception. This article explores the effects of social media on black teenage girls, shedding light on both the positive... [Read more of this review]
Black Women and Shadow Work: Healing, Liberation, and Self-Discovery.
(ThySistas.com) Shadow work, a term coined by psychologist Carl Jung, refers to the process of exploring and integrating the hidden, unconscious aspects of ourselves. For black women, engaging in shadow work can be a powerful and transformative journey toward healing, liberation, and self-discovery. By delving into the depths of their experiences, traumas, and societal conditioning, black women can... [Read more of this review]
Sometimes A Voice Can Save.
(ThySistas.com) We live in a very fast paced society. Though we have more technology and methods of communication it doesn’t translate to better or more endearing communication. One can argue that the options can lead to more miscommunication and isolation. Granted one of the exceptions is a video call whereby you can see and hear the person you’re talking too. To be honest some of us are quite... [Read more of this review]
The Strong Need Safe Spaces.
(ThySistas.com) The strength of the village is tired. The sistahs that seem to find a way to navigate life for themselves while having to answer others are tired. These sistahs deserve reciprocity and truth be told they need it. They are the reason the village is safe, yet they have no safe space within it. The very people that claim to love them are very disregarding concerning them. Your pillars... [Read more of this review]
Personal Development Tips for the Teenage Sista.
(ThySistas.com) Personal development is a powerful tool that empowers individuals to cultivate their potential, build resilience, and navigate life’s challenges with grace and confidence. For black teenage girls, personal growth takes on even greater significance as they navigate the complexities of identity, societal expectations, and personal aspirations. This article offers a collection of... [Read more of this review]
Eco-Friendly Shopping: The Benefits Of Buying Used Clothing Bales.
(ThySistas.com) With the mounting concern over environmental sustainability, one of the most effective and easy ways to contribute positively to the environment is by reducing waste. One of the primary ways we can do this is through our shopping habits. The idea of eco-friendly shopping doesn’t just include purchasing products with less packaging or switching to reusable bags; it extends to what... [Read more of this review]
Empowering Black Girls and Young Women.
(ThySistas.com) In today’s society, black girls and young black women face a myriad of unique challenges that can impact their well-being, self-esteem, and future prospects. However, through the combined power of social-emotional learning (SEL) and mentorship, we have the opportunity to uplift and empower these remarkable individuals. This article explores how SEL and mentorship can provide vital... [Read more of this review]
Movie Review: The Little Mermaid – Part of Your Social Controversy~
(ThySistas.com) A couple of days ago I saw The Little Mermaid at Regal Cinemas. The beginning opened with the wild waves of an ocean crashing against itself and a beautiful quote by Hans Christian Anderson saying, “but a mermaid has no tears, and therefore she suffers so much more.” Amongst all the nostalgic musical arrangement, awe-inspiring digital choreography, and wholesome story building... [Read more of this review]
Book Review: Ida B. Wells-Barnett Still Speaks: Mob Rule In New Orleans.
(ThySistas.com) “Since that time I have been engages on a work not yet finished, which I interrupt now to tell the story of the mob in New Orleans, which, despising all law, roamed the streets day and night, searching for colored men and women, whom they beat, shot and killed at will.” History can be difficult to encounter, however it is necessary. It tends to give us the story of why and how things... [Read more of this review]
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