Category Archives: Reading
How To Ask For a Pay Raise
My company just went through layoffs, and performance reviews are around the corner. I want to ask for a raise, but is now the right time — or should I keep my head down? — Big value, small paycheck. 1. … Continue reading
African American Women
The Book of African American Women, 150 Crusaders, Creators, and Uplifters by Tonya Bolden, (1996, 352 pages) Reading this book, I kept coming back to the obvious question “How come I never heard of her?” The Book of African American Women explores the trials and … Continue reading
Equal Rights Amendment
I love the Op-Ed section of the paper. I believe we all need to write at least one letter on something we’re passionate about in our lifetime. In saying that, I applaud this reader In the United States, women and … Continue reading
The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health
The Unapologetic Guide to Black Mental Health by Dr. Rheeda Walker (2020, nonfiction, 212 pages). This book felt like talking to a colleague who really gets it. The book is written in the style of a self-help book, in the manner someone would … Continue reading
Rest
You’ve said “rest is a basic human right.” Why is it so important? Rest is absolutely a basic human right. It can be difficult to step away from the hustle that is required on a daily basis, but it is … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 