In today’s episode, we examined the challenges parents face as they endeavor to raise their Black girls to feel empowered in their own skin (literally), free to express all of their emotions, and ultimately, at home in any space. (Air Date: Mach 29, 2019) Guests: Christine Michel Carter, Writer, Speaker and Consultant, www.christinemichelcarter.com Dr. Linda […]
I am so excited to be a part of this empowering event. Back by popular demand, the Conference is bringing back the Teen Edition. I feel honored to join with a talented group of women to impart wisdom as we connect with teen girls on topics such as finance, relationships, careers, mental health, fashion, and […]
Today’s guests share inspiring life stories as chronicled in their engaging literary works. In CEO of My Soul, by Nicole Cober, Esq., you will follow her rise as a corporate attorney, her courageous launch of an upscale spa and salon and her transition back to corporate law and advocacy for small business owners. Marilyn Thornton’s […]
I had a blast today talking with Karen Bate, host of the AWE Radio Show on WERA 96.7 FM in Arlington, Virginia. We chatted a bit about how I got into parent education, the work I do with Gardener Parenting Consultants, The Parenting 411 and my take on challenges parents face today. Check it out! […]
How Did I Get Here? That is a good question! It was a circuitous journey, to say the least. When I completed my undergraduate degree in Fashion Merchandising and embarked on a career in the industry, there was one thing I never envisioned doing – becoming a stay-at-home mom. It was not part of my […]
Dream College! Students in grades 8-12, come out and learn what you need to do to get into a top college. During this informative workshop, you’ll hear from internationally recognized college admissions expert, Dr. Kpakpundu Ezeze. Counsellors, admissions professionals, and students around the country agree: his insights are right on target! Don’t miss it! WHEN: […]
Our children and technology… where to start?! With all of the other challenges that have faced parents throughout time immemorial, this is a parenting burden that is unique to our age. How to manage the lure and fascination that technology is to our children when, if we’re honest, we’re barely managing it for ourselves! Technology […]
Involving your child in athletics from an early age will provide her with any number of huge benefits that can be nurtured and developed throughout her life. Team spirit and cooperation, coordination, leadership, physical and mental strength, as well as invaluable interpersonal skills. Additionally, kids learn to cope with frustration and loss while developing the […]
We all want to instill a can-do attitude in our children so that they can take on new challenges and learn to believe in their own competency regardless of the situation. It is through a sense of competence that self-confidence developed. Children develop confidence, not because we parents consistently tell them how wonderful they are, […]
