When Power Dated Wealth: Lessons from a Relationship Gone Wrong

They were unstoppable. One wanted to change the world with rockets.The other wanted to rule it with laws. But like so many relationships — romantic or otherwise — it all started with admiration … and ended in memes, silence, and passive-aggressive tweets. In our fictional satire, Max Titan and Preston Valor symbolized what happens when … Continue reading When Power Dated Wealth: Lessons from a Relationship Gone Wrong

A Parent’s Anguish: When Adult Siblings Stop Speaking to Each Other

A parent in the middle of adult siblings squabbling There are few things more heart-wrenching for a parent, especially a mother, than watching their children—once close, bonded by shared memories, secrets, and laughter—drift apart or worse, become estranged. When adult siblings stop speaking to one another, it doesn’t just affect them; it pierces the parent’s … Continue reading A Parent’s Anguish: When Adult Siblings Stop Speaking to Each Other

Which Gas Is Best For Your Car? Ranking the Top Oil Marketing Companies in the U.S. — From Best to Worst

A ranking guide of US gas stations I have wanted to do a comparison of oil marketing companies for a long time now, but other topics have pushed it back until now. A recent incident finally prompted the overdue post. My regulars are Chevron, Shell, Mobil, Costco, 76, or Arco andI know the effect of … Continue reading Which Gas Is Best For Your Car? Ranking the Top Oil Marketing Companies in the U.S. — From Best to Worst

Part I: When Legacy Becomes Liability – The Unspoken Rules Behind Shedeur Sanders’ NFL Draft Snub

Shedeur Sanders. Credits: Yahoo Sports: “This one is personal. I’m not an avid football fan per se - only watching when it gets to playoffs and championships. However, this year’s draft being in the news after the end of Round 1, got me curious as the whole process unfolded. I couldn’t shake what it revealed … Continue reading Part I: When Legacy Becomes Liability – The Unspoken Rules Behind Shedeur Sanders’ NFL Draft Snub

Is Truth Absolute or Subjective? The Battle Between “My Truth” and “The Truth”

your experience is real, but it is not always the truth in a universal sense. We live in an era where phrases like “Speak your truth” or “That’s just my truth” are thrown around with ease and applause. On the surface, these words sound empowering — liberating, even. But when you dig a little deeper, … Continue reading Is Truth Absolute or Subjective? The Battle Between “My Truth” and “The Truth”

The Irony of Doctors and Medications: When Healing Feels Like a Trap

I met a 29-year-old man recently who, through a weary sigh, told me he’s been trying to convince his doctors to take him off his medications — but they won’t. They either change the medication, raise the dose, or recommend adding a new one. It’s a frustrating cycle. He feels stuck. Powerless. Like his life … Continue reading The Irony of Doctors and Medications: When Healing Feels Like a Trap

Empowering Women in Relationships:

The month of March has been declared Women’s Month. What better month to serve as a reminder to talk/write about empowering women in every aspect of life: in business, marriage/family, work space, education, politics, governance, STEAM, etc. This post is however about empowering women in relationships, especially in marriage. Empowerment in relationships isn’t about control … Continue reading Empowering Women in Relationships:

The Wounded Soul: How It Disconnects the Spirit and Misaligns the Body

God reveals to redeem. - Prophet Tomi Arayomi God has been dealing with me on this topic of wounded souls that needs to be healed. At first, I didn’t understand why I was coming across folks who have been wounded. We meet, and strike a conversation; the conversations often flow from one topic to the … Continue reading The Wounded Soul: How It Disconnects the Spirit and Misaligns the Body

National Marriage Week (February 7–14): Strengthening Your Bond

Wedding/Marriage The National Marriage Week started on February 7th and ends on Valentine’s Day; the 14th of February. Yours truly has been extremely busy with moving, hence just posting this. Anyhow, Shout out to all married couples in the WordPress Community and my subscribers. May the love between you and yours grow stronger and stronger. … Continue reading National Marriage Week (February 7–14): Strengthening Your Bond

The Pursuit of Happiness: A Path to Genuine Fulfillment or a Fleeting Illusion?

The pursuit of happiness.  Thomas Jefferson first penned it in the Declaration of Independence: “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness." Will Smith and his son, Jaden, did a movie (2006) with the title.   The movie is also available in book format. I’ve heard the statement sung in my ears more times than I … Continue reading The Pursuit of Happiness: A Path to Genuine Fulfillment or a Fleeting Illusion?

What Does Freedom and Equity Look Like in Marriage? Should They Exist?

Marriage, at its core, is a partnership. It’s a union where two individuals come together, bringing their unique perspectives, values, and strengths to create a life together. But what happens when questions of freedom and equity arise? Are they essential to a healthy marriage, or do they undermine its foundation? It all depends on which … Continue reading What Does Freedom and Equity Look Like in Marriage? Should They Exist?

Are You an Introvert or an Extrovert And Do You Ever Wish You Were the Opposite?

A diagram showing the different socially-inclined personalities. one thrives in solitude, the other finds energy in social connections. In the tapestry of human personalities, the line between introverts and extroverts is fascinating. While one thrives in solitude, the other finds energy in social connections. Both types have their unique strengths and struggles, yet many of … Continue reading Are You an Introvert or an Extrovert And Do You Ever Wish You Were the Opposite?

America is NOT Ready for a Female President: Still A Complex Road Ahead

Illustration of global female presidents Of the 195 countries in the world, at least a third (60+) have had female presidents, with 13 currently in office.  Of those numbers, the continent of Africa has had ten (10) female presidents, including both elected and acting leaders. And there are currently two (2) in office, namely, Samia … Continue reading America is NOT Ready for a Female President: Still A Complex Road Ahead

The Man, Elon Musk: A Cool Billionaire (Soon Trillionaire) with Geek Appeal

I’ve recently started following Elon Musk, and let me tell you—I love his style. For a man of his caliber; being the richest man in America, and in the world, one often touted as the future’s first trillionaire (yes, trillionaire—it’s not even in the dictionary yet), he comes across as surprisingly down-to-earth. And for someone … Continue reading The Man, Elon Musk: A Cool Billionaire (Soon Trillionaire) with Geek Appeal

President-Elect Donald John Trump’s Historic Comeback: A Testament to Resilience and Vindication

Trump addressing his supporters earlier today Donald John Trump has been declared the winner of the 2024 presidential election; a moment that marks the greatest, political, historic and powerful comeback ever. With this win,Trump will be the 47th President of the United States of America to be sworn-in in January 2025. Donald J. Trump led … Continue reading President-Elect Donald John Trump’s Historic Comeback: A Testament to Resilience and Vindication

12 Ways to Cultivating Peace and Keep Anger at Bay

Ways to keep your Peace While anger is a natural human emotion, peace is the antidote that helps keep it in check. It’s not about avoiding life’s challenges, but rather about maintaining a calm, centered mindset no matter what’s happening around you. The key to sustaining peace is building habits and mindsets that keep negativity … Continue reading 12 Ways to Cultivating Peace and Keep Anger at Bay

The Future According to Elon Musk: From Starship Launches to Martian Dreams

It’s 2035, and humanity is in the middle of a radical transformation. At the center of it all? None other than Elon Musk (EM), the man whose obsession with Mars has not only captured headlines but inspired an entire generation. From launching humans on Starship to building humanoid robots like Optimus, Musk’s vision of the … Continue reading The Future According to Elon Musk: From Starship Launches to Martian Dreams

Why do we revel at another’s downfall or misfortune?

Social media’s influence on Bad News and Trending Topics Social media has indoctrinated people to talk and post about trending topics, issues, and people. These trends can be both positive or negative. Positive news is awesome to read and share. But, we all know that the negative news sells the most, gets the most attention, … Continue reading Why do we revel at another’s downfall or misfortune?