(ThySistas.com) Black women face unique challenges when it comes to violence and safety, encompassing a range of issues from domestic violence and sexual assault to police brutality and systemic injustices. These forms of violence intersect with both racial and gender biases, compounding the adversity faced by black women. It is ...
(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 ...
(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 ...
(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 ...
(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 ...
(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 ...
(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 ...
(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 ...
(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 ...
(ThySistas.com) “Becoming” was an amazing book that so many were able to connect to. As Former First Lady Michelle Obama shared her life with us, the readers, we gained wisdom and strength from her. One thing I appreciated about “Becoming” was Michelle Obama was real with us. I wasn’t sure ...