Andy Byron and Kristin Cabot were caught on Coldplay’s “kiss cam.” Credits: Grace Springer via Storyful What was your reaction on seeing that viral video? I was disgusted. It was supposed to be a fun night out. A Coldplay concert. A kiss cam. A playful tradition. But for former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron and HR head … Continue reading When the Camera Doesn’t Lie: A Frank Analysis of Andy Byron’s Viral Moment
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I have been in a comatose (literally!)
https://videopress.com/v/qTeDwcw3?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true I have been sleeping all these years (or was it comatose?) and finally woke up by a word I read. Yes, you got that right - a word! Well, maybe six words which said “died at 39, buried at 70!” It hit home like thunder striking at my heart and fire shot through my … Continue reading I have been in a comatose (literally!)
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
“So You Think You’re Ready …”
eBook Cover I’m passionate about many things, particularly, marriage, family, and relationships. I’ve blogged tons about it and have been working on a book to share my experiences. The book is taking much longer than anticipated, but this eBook marks the first step. If we all “prepared” for marriage, I’m sure there’d be fewer divorces, … Continue reading “So You Think You’re Ready …”
A Man’s Enemy Is Within His Household: Understanding Matthew 10:36
Things that can cause enmity “A man’s enemies will be the members of his own household.”— Matthew 10:36 (NIV) The above scripture, on which this post is based, is a piercing truth — one that stings more deeply than betrayal from a stranger ever could. It’s one thing to face opposition from the world, but … Continue reading A Man’s Enemy Is Within His Household: Understanding Matthew 10:36
When the Enemy Came to Visit
A man paying an unexpected visit to a lady I wasn’t expecting anyone that day. The sky was overcast, the kind of gray that makes you want to curl up in a blanket with a good book and pretend the world outside doesn’t exist. But the knock on the door was loud—intentional. Not the kind … Continue reading When the Enemy Came to Visit
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
Mental Wellness for Couples: Strengthening Love from the Inside Out
Mental health awareness The month of May is almost over. But do you remember that it is the Mental Health Awareness Month? Or did you, like me, almost or totally forgot? Though we’re nearing the end of it, there’s never a bad time to talk about the one thing that affects every part of our … Continue reading Mental Wellness for Couples: Strengthening Love from the Inside Out
Transform a house to a Home: Who’s responsible?
Variables for transforming a house to a Home The home is where one runs to for solace, security, and belonging. It is also where you get “trained” for the outside world. But, overall, the Home should be a safe haven for all who dwell in it. Who is responsible for ensuring that a house is … Continue reading Transform a house to a Home: Who’s responsible?
Is Being Nice Costing You?
In a world that often values boldness and assertiveness, being kind and agreeable is seen as a virtue. However, what if that kindness comes at a hidden cost? While being nice can build connections and help maintain harmony, the reality is that it may come with unexpected emotional, mental, and even financial costs. Let’s explore … Continue reading Is Being Nice Costing You?
Irresponsible Procreation
I once met a young African-American couple. The lady was pregnant and excited. I was excited for her. In her excitement, she disclosed that the guy already had eight children by four different women. The conversation took a different turn. I thought out loud that if my daughters were present, they’d cringe at what I … Continue reading Irresponsible Procreation
The Case for Monogamy in Relationships —Particularly in Marriage
In a world where commitment is increasingly viewed as optional, where “open” relationships and polyamory are gaining cultural traction, the case for monogamy (aka one man, one woman) remains as strong as ever — especially in marriage. Monogamy is more than just a societal norm or religious principle; it is the foundation upon which deep … Continue reading The Case for Monogamy in Relationships —Particularly in Marriage
Spring Clean Your Relationship: A Fresh Start for Love
Ways to spring-clean your relationship As winter fades and spring emerges, there’s a collective urge to declutter, refresh, and start anew. Just as we deep-clean our homes and clear out the dust of the past season, our relationships also deserve a reset. Today, March 20, is the arrival of spring and marks not only a … Continue reading Spring Clean Your Relationship: A Fresh Start for Love
Polyamory and Polygamy: A Disrespect to the Women Involved
In recent years, polyamory and polygamy have gained attention as alternative relationship structures. Some argue that these practices offer freedom, personal fulfillment, and unconventional expressions of love. However, beneath the surface, these arrangements often reveal a stark reality: they thrive at the expense of the women involved. A man cannot engage in multiple relationships unless … Continue reading Polyamory and Polygamy: A Disrespect to the Women Involved
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:
Satan Fights Potential Power Couples the Fiercest: The Outcome depends on Who’s in Your Inner Circle?
Power couples and the terms that define them Power Couples Who are Power Couples? We all know them, but probably don’t address them as such. They are two individuals who are both very successful or influential in their own right, and together, they create a dynamic duo that has an even greater impact. They’re often … Continue reading Satan Fights Potential Power Couples the Fiercest: The Outcome depends on Who’s in Your Inner Circle?
Part 3: Polyamorous Men: Why Do Men Have Tons of Children?
A man surrounded by his children This is the third in this Series. We’re talking about men and their multiple relationships, especially in marriages, and the women who aide them. We acknowledge that it’s an age-long issue. But, should we allow it to remain forever? Jump in and let’s have a conversation to understand all … Continue reading Part 3: Polyamorous Men: Why Do Men Have Tons of Children?
Part 2: Polyamorous Men: Why Do Men Sexually Desire Multiple Women in Relationships and Marriage
This is the second in this Series. We’re talking about men and their multiple amorous relationships, especially in marriage, and the women who aide them. Jump in and let’s have a conversation to understand all points of view. In Part 1, we discussed whether men were naturally wired polyamorous. We looked at the various factors … Continue reading Part 2: Polyamorous Men: Why Do Men Sexually Desire Multiple Women in Relationships and Marriage
A Series: Are men naturally wired polyamorous?
An illustration of a man surrounded by several different women, each with unique appearances and expressions. This is a three-part Series (could be more) delving into men, their multiple relationships, and the women who aide them. Polyamorous by Nature? The question of whether men are naturally wired to be polyamorous is a complex one, involving … Continue reading A Series: Are men naturally wired polyamorous?
The Hierarchy of Honoring People in Your Life
A framework for Honor Do you have a framework for honoring people in your life? If not, I’ll offer you one and you let me know your thoughts on it. The Bible says, “Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops;”Proverbs 3:9 NIV And Jesus said: “honor your father and … Continue reading The Hierarchy of Honoring People in Your Life
Walking Wounded: Healing the Soul Wounds We Carry
Walking Wounded He allows difficult situations in order to build faith in his people; but there’s more that he wants to do in and through us. He wants us to feel what he feels. - Victory Family Center (VFC) We are all walking wounded, carrying soul wounds and hurts buried deep within. Some wounds are … Continue reading Walking Wounded: Healing the Soul Wounds We Carry
Love & Marriage: 30 Things You Won’t Do—And 30 You’ll Be Compelled to Do, Just Because
Ah, love and marriage! They say love makes the world go round, but in marriage, it also makes the dishes get done, the car mysteriously refill with gas, and the last slice of cake magically end up on your spouse’s plate (even when you really wanted it). ************************************** 🤍❤️💗 Happy Valentine’s Day! To all lovebirds … Continue reading Love & Marriage: 30 Things You Won’t Do—And 30 You’ll Be Compelled to Do, Just Because
Happy Valentine’s Day
Oh, Valentine, a day so bright,Where hearts take wing in love’s sweet light.The air is laced with joy and cheer,A whispered promise, warm and near. Red, white, and pink roses bloom with silent speech,Their petals soft, their fragrance sweet.A token sent, a love confessed,A beating heart, a soul caressed. But love, dear love, is more … Continue reading Happy Valentine’s Day
Self-Love Focus: Loving Yourself First to Love Your Spouse
Many people enter relationships hoping to find fulfillment, validation, and happiness through their spouses. However, the truth is that a strong, healthy relationship starts with self-love. You cannot fully love someone else if you don’t love yourself first. When you cultivate self-love, you bring confidence, emotional stability, and a sense of completeness into the relationship … Continue reading Self-Love Focus: Loving Yourself First to Love Your Spouse
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
Challenges and Outcomes of Marrying the Wrong Person: A Three-Part Series
Different married couples Marriage is often portrayed as a union of love, trust, and mutual respect, but the reality is that not every marital journey unfolds as smoothly as expected. For some individuals, saying “I do” to the wrong person can lead to a myriad of challenges and outcomes that profoundly impact their lives. From … Continue reading Challenges and Outcomes of Marrying the Wrong Person: A Three-Part Series
The Fine Balance Between Bluntness, Honesty, Tact, and Wisdom
The Rungs of the Ladder We all know someone who is so blunt that they alienate people away from, with their bluntness and truthfulness, than they draw towards themselves. I used to be and once fell at the bottom rung of that ladder. But, thank God, that I am no longer there. I moved up … Continue reading The Fine Balance Between Bluntness, Honesty, Tact, and Wisdom
The Weavers of False Tales
The Weaver spinning their false tales, capturing the surreal and dramatic essence of their deceptive craft. Know a Weaver There’s always one in every corner. In the shadowed corners of the human soul, There lie the weavers of stories untold. Their tongues are silver, their words a snare, They spin false yarns to make hearts … Continue reading The Weavers of False Tales
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?
Turning Mistakes and Failures into Tools for Others’ Success
 We all make mistakes. We all face setbacks. It’s part of being human. However, what truly matters is how we learn from those experiences and, more importantly, how we share those lessons with others. Many people are quick to learn from others’ successes, but what if the real power lies in learning from their … Continue reading Turning Mistakes and Failures into Tools for Others’ Success
Trump and Obama Camaraderie Video: No Friend or Foe in Politics
https://youtu.be/CbKC7TbXnG4?feature=shared Did you see this video of former President Obama and President-Elect Trump? It was shot during President Carter’s funeral.What comes to your mind? Won’t you say that it looks like a genuine, happy conversation, between two buddies? 🤔 Doesn’t it? Only in politics; American politics, that is, that one day you’re arch enemies and … Continue reading Trump and Obama Camaraderie Video: No Friend or Foe in Politics
12 Tips For Building Good Relationships: A Guide to Thriving Connections
Good relationships are the foundation of a fulfilling personal and professional life. Whether it’s a friendship, romantic relationship, workplace, business, or neighborhood connection, nurturing strong bonds enriches our lives with trust, support, and mutual growth. But good relationships don’t just happen; they require effort, patience, and intentionality. Good relationships don’t just happen; they require effort, … Continue reading 12 Tips For Building Good Relationships: A Guide to Thriving Connections
The Difference Between Being Lonely and Preferring to Be Alone
Human beings are social creatures, yet our relationship with solitude varies widely. Some find joy in solitude, while others experience deep loneliness. It is important to understand the difference between being lonely and preferring to be alone, as these states can significantly impact our emotional well-being and social relationships. Defining Loneliness and Preferring to Be … Continue reading The Difference Between Being Lonely and Preferring to Be Alone
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?
Of Incubus and Succubus
An incubus and a succubus with their seductive, demonic allure in a dark, intimate setting Read The Spiritual Perspective of Sex in Dreams to fully understand this post. While the concepts of Incubus and Succubus originated from folklore and mythology, they have become significant in Christian deliverance ministries. This shift stems from the recognition … Continue reading Of Incubus and Succubus
The Spiritual Perspective of Sex in Dreams
A person sleeping and dreaming The world of Dreams is vast. From a biblical standpoint, God speaks to us in dreams though we may not know Him or understand it. “For God speaks in one way, and in two, though man does not perceive it. In a dream, in a vision of the night, … Continue reading The Spiritual Perspective of Sex in Dreams
When Church/Christian Leaders Lead People Away from God: Causes and Pathways to Reconciliation
An illustration of God, a church building, and His people looking upward in faith and awe. Being a Leader of any sort in the church, and particularly an Apostle, a Pastor, Evangelist, Prophet, or Teacher, known in the church circles as the five-fold ministry, is a divine calling, a mantle entrusted to shepherd God’s people … Continue reading When Church/Christian Leaders Lead People Away from God: Causes and Pathways to Reconciliation
A Thankful Letter to God
Dear Heavenly Father, I come before You with a heart full of gratitude and awe. Thank You for the gift of life and for waking me up to see another day. Each breath I take is a reminder of Your grace and mercy, and I am humbled by Your steadfast love. Thank You for being … Continue reading A Thankful Letter to God
Part 3: Should a Man Listen to His Mom’s Advice About His Relationship?
The man in the middle of a relationship triangle This is our final post of our article on whether sons should listen to their mothers regarding their relationships. In Part 1, we reviewed the Pros and Cons of men taking relationship advice from their mothers and gave advice to mothers who have unresolved feelings about … Continue reading Part 3: Should a Man Listen to His Mom’s Advice About His Relationship?
Should a Man Listen to His Mom’s Advice About His Relationship? Weighing the Pros and Cons
Man torn between the women in his life Counseling a man, supposedly, in love is a tricky issue for anyone to dabble into. Same for women. However, and generally speaking, women are more levelheaded in receiving relationship advices than men. But what happens when the counseling or advice is coming from the man’s mother or … Continue reading Should a Man Listen to His Mom’s Advice About His Relationship? Weighing the Pros and Cons
Witchcraft is Real – Part II: Awareness and Protecting Yourself and Loved Ones
Learn about witchcraft not to fear it but to understand how it operates today. We’re continuing the post on witchcraft. In Part I, we listed the forms and effects if witchcraft. The forms of witchcraft listed are merely the common ones and not limited in any sense. The Spirit of God is the greatest discerner … Continue reading Witchcraft is Real – Part II: Awareness and Protecting Yourself and Loved Ones
Witchcraft is Real – Part I: Know what it is
Witchcraft has no place where Jesus reigns Learn about witchcraft not to fear it but to understand how it operates today. When we think of witchcraft, most of us picture the stereotypical image of an old woman with a crooked hat and broomstick, but in today’s world, witchcraft isn’t just folklore or Halloween imagery—witchcraft has … Continue reading Witchcraft is Real – Part I: Know what it is
Equity with Kindness
https://youtu.be/fXAlfh6QKQs?feature=shared Credits: YouTube Reelblack OneStevie Wonder and Paul Macartney’s Song was so apropos in 1982 as it is in 2024; 40+ years after. Treating each other equitably and with kindness is the foundation of a more harmonious and just society. Nobody wants to be on the receiving end of negativity, especially when it comes in … Continue reading Equity with Kindness
Short-Term Peace, Long-Term Pain: The Flip Side of Keeping Mute from Telling a Loved One When In Error
A previous post was about how not to keep silent when a loved one errs or is veering off the wrong path. The post gave eight (8) reasons why it’s better speak up, in love, when a loved one is on a wrong path or making the wrong choices. This post, as the title shows, … Continue reading Short-Term Peace, Long-Term Pain: The Flip Side of Keeping Mute from Telling a Loved One When In Error
The Beauty of Loving Others Up Close: Embracing Imperfection in Relationships
We’re all broken people We all know the feeling. At first, everyone seems good, nice, and flawless from afar. Whether it’s a friendship, romantic relationship, or even a work connection, initial interactions often highlight the best in others. But what happens when we step closer, get to know people on a deeper level, and begin … Continue reading The Beauty of Loving Others Up Close: Embracing Imperfection in Relationships
Of Countries and People
A parallel between countries and people Countries, like people, mature and thrive at different rates. Just as individuals’ development is shaped by a myriad of factors, nations too are influenced by various elements. When a country gains independence, it is akin to a child asserting adulthood, proclaiming the desire to make its own decisions. However, … Continue reading Of Countries and People
Part II – Separation
Is there a place for Separation when a marriage is in distress? The answer is: Maybe. Separation, like Divorce, is hard on the Family Separation can work in very specific cases—when both parties genuinely want to reconcile but need a break from the conflict to refocus on themselves and what they want from the marriage. … Continue reading Part II – Separation
Giannis Antetokounmpo!
Hey all. I know. I know. I know that the NBA Season hasn’t started. So, why are we talking about Giannis, the only Giannis in the NBA, or should I say, in America?! 🙂 Giannis is no longer available 🥹 https://youtu.be/OSBan_sH_b8?feature=shared Nigerian acclaimed artist, Davido’s video of “Unavailable” Yes, a year after being officially engaged, … Continue reading Giannis Antetokounmpo!
Show me your friends
The wheels that should rotate your social circle. The old adage, “Show me your friends, and I’ll tell you who you are,” often holds true in several cases, but particularly where men engage in destructive behaviors without intervention from their social circles. There are several reasons why friends may fail to advise or step in, … Continue reading Show me your friends
Hommes Fatales
Hommes Fatales are like deadly pills to Women I describe men who act abusively or neglectfully in relationships as "hommes fatales." These types of men tend to operate from a place of ignorance, entitlement, or deep-seated insecurities using (or rather, dangling), their money power as a means or bait. It is ignorance and manifests as … Continue reading Hommes Fatales
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