Published inILLUMINATION·PinnedMember-onlyWhy I Decided to Enter the World of CybersecurityThe future in this industry is too good to pass up — I’m leaping into the world of Cybersecurity! Changing careers is a little bit scary to me but also something that gives me great excitement. For most of my adult life, I never knew what I wanted to do. I’ve worked many jobs in almost every industry possible it seems. Finding…Computers4 min readComputers4 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·PinnedMember-onlyHow Disconnecting From Social Media Can Transform Your LifeStay Off Social Media and Build Your Self-Confidence — “A fixation with connecting with ‘friends’ online comes with the risk of disconnection with friends waiting for you to be present in the offline world.” ― Craig Hodges As I was scrolling through Twitter the other day as I frequently do, I was reminded of something. The negativity that comes…Twitter3 min readTwitter3 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·PinnedMember-onlyUnderstanding the Urge to Express Opinions on Social MediaThe Keke Palmer situation should be a reminder to keep our thoughts to ourselves — The country would be a lot better off if we stopped having comment sections. And if we got rid of Twitter. Colin Powell Anyone who has spent any amount of time on Twitter this past week has undoubtedly heard about the Keke Palmer incident. Everybody and their momma had something…Social Media3 min readSocial Media3 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·PinnedMember-onlyThe Need for Critical Thinking Skills: Breaking Free from Blind Allegiance to PoliticiansThe Dangerous Phenomenon of Political Tribalism — “Loyalty to country ALWAYS. Loyalty to government, when it deserves it.” ― Mark Twain One thing that is killing this country is blind loyalty to politicians. Imagine, just when I thought we were getting away from treating those in politics as gods. Go to your local supermarket on a Saturday…Politics3 min readPolitics3 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·PinnedMember-onlyThe Heartbreaking Impact of a Beautiful Woman!When the chase doesn’t end like the fairy tales — Even the handsomest men do not have the same momentary effect on the world as a truly beautiful woman does. Jonathan Carroll She’s beautiful. She’s smart. She’s funny. The conversation is always stimulating. Your heart smiles every time you see her. When you aren’t with her, she’s the only thing…Romance3 min readRomance3 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Jul 14Member-onlyUnlocking Your Inner Drive: Overcoming the Struggle With MotivationBest steps for achieving success when motivation is lacking — When you look at people who are successful, you will find that they aren’t the people who are motivated, but have consistency in their motivation. Arsene Wenger We all struggle from time to time with a lack of motivation. Whether it’s finding the strength to go to the gym or…Motivation4 min readMotivation4 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Jul 10Member-onlyCan You Find Love After 40?Discovering a Second Chance at Love — Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope. Maya Angelou What in the world has happened to the dating game we grew up with? Everything is now social media this and swipe left/right that. How can a person over…Love3 min readLove3 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Jul 6Member-onlyUnraveling the Reasons Why Men Cheat on Their PartnersWe analyze the top reasons for male infidelity — Cheating is very rarely about the actual act of being with another person. Emily V. Gordon Why do so many men cheat? It can’t be that all men are dogs, or it’s in our DNA to cheat. There have to be specific reasons that lead us to our infidelities. Now…Romance3 min readRomance3 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Jul 5Member-onlyWhy It’s Okay If Men Don’t Have It All Figured Out by 40!Empowering Men to Thrive and Achieve After 40" — Forty is the line of demarcation that says you’re an adult now. You’re an adult, so don’t pretend you’re a kid anymore. Paul Feig By age 40, a man is supposed to have a family, marriage, career, house, savings, a purpose, etc. All too often, this is not always the…Men2 min readMen2 min read
Published inILLUMINATION·Jul 4Member-only30 Lessons For My Unborn SonLesson #15: Being a Black Man in America — It’s a struggle for every young Black man. You know how it is, only God can judge us. Tupac Shakur Dear Son, In today’s lesson, I felt compelled to touch on a subject that is very important to me. I take great pride in being a black man in America…USA3 min readUSA3 min read
