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Lots of people celebrate Women’s History Month by sharing inspirational quotes on social media or by participating in International Women’s Day, but let’s not stop there. The possibilities for honoring women in history are endless, from simple moments of meditation to the more elaborate calls to action. Listed below are five ways to help you…
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Since the late 1980’s the month of March has been designated as Women’s History Month. Every year the National Women’s History Project (NWHP) creates a theme for the month-long celebration. This year is all about honoring women in government and public service. Women’s History Month Founded in 1980, the NWHP is the organization that petitioned Congress…
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We are now into the second week of Lent. This sacred season began on February 14 this year. Lent is the 40 days before Easter. It is considered a sacred time and an opportunity for changing a negative habit or challenge in life that may be holding you back. It can be much more than…
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Books, podcasts, apps are just a few ways for people to learn more about African American history. Visiting museums is another great idea. Fortunately, there are tons of museums that feature influential leaders in the Black community. Listed below are just three African American museums to help inspire you. Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum…
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Fat Tuesday and Ash Wednesday is a time of great celebration in countries around the world, especially those with large Catholic populations like Brazil, Mexico, and Italy. These holidays have been around for centuries, but how well do you know their histories? Here are just a few facts that’ll help you brush up on the…
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How many Black inventors can you name? Everyone knows about George Washington Carver and his peanut inventions—from peanut milk to peanut paper—but what about the others? African Americans have come up with some amazing inventions over the years. For Black History Month, we’ve listed three amazing inventors and their unique stories. Thomas L. Jennings On…
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Female friendships should be celebrated and today, Galentine’s Day, is the perfect opportunity. One day before Valentine’s Day there is Galentine’s Day, a time in which women celebrate the other women in their lives. This unofficial holiday started off as a clever storyline on the hilarious NBC show, Parks and Recreation. The main character and…
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Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples—it’s a day to celebrate all types of love, including relationships with coworkers, neighbors, friends, and family. You don’t have to spend Valentine’s Day by yourself. With a few simple tips, you can throw a singles party for your crew. Over the years, many singles have celebrated anti-Valentine’s Day, alternatively…
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Black History Month is coming to a close today, but that doesn’t mean you should stop learning new facts or commemorating heroes. African American history should be celebrated year round, in and outside the classroom. And with a few Mindful tips, you can do just that. Mindful Black History Tips Listed below are four tips…
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Reading books is one of the most common ways people celebrate Black History Month and for good reason—it’s a wonderful way to relax while expanding your knowledge. Listed below are five book suggestions for your February reading list. Reading List for Black History Month SLAVERY AND THE FIGHT FOR FREEDOM Incidents in the Life of…
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