
The Power Blog
Read, reflect, and engage with content that enlightens and empowers.
In here, you can dive in to topics that spark conversations, foster understanding, and celebrate the richness of unique Black experiences. Whether you're just a curious mind, a history buff, or a culture enthusiast, there's probably something here for you.

How Core Beliefs Are Challenged in Predominantly White Spaces
How Core Beliefs Are Challenged in Predominantly White Spaces



Five-minute Daily Kwanzaa Affirmations
Five-minute Daily Kwanzaa Affirmations you can do everyday

Practical ways to celebrate each day of Kwanzaa
Practical ways to celebrate each day of Kwanzaa,

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Discover your Inner Explorer! [ETT Ep.274]
Ama-Robin shares seven ways you can discover cultivate the explorer within you

18 Black Explorers you might not have heard of--because they’ve been erased from history!
Ama-Robin shares 20 Black Explorers you might not have heard of--because they’ve been erased from history!
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Quick Read Guides: How to Prepare for and Manage Racial Chaos in Healthcare [ETT Ep.271]
Ama-Robin shares the red flags of medical racism to discussing real, practical steps you can take to protect your health and advocate for yourself. From finding a culturally competent doctor to using the B.R.A.I.N. system, I’m giving you the tools you need to reclaim your power in healthcare.
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Quick Read Guides: 10 Red Flags of Racial Chaos in Healthcare [ETT Ep.270]
Ama-Robin and Mel share a Quick read guide about navigating the healthcare system as a Black person can be challenging, especially when facing racial chaos in medical treatment.
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Quick Read Guide: Black Power in Action - Fighting for and Reclaiming our Health [ETT Ep.268]
Ama-Robin and Mel share a Quick read guide and their Key Takeaways from their conversation with Dr. Gregory Hall where they break down the essential steps to protect your health and the importance of self-advocacy in healthcare. This is from the latest Espresso Talk Today podcast episode #268 about Black Power in Action: Fighting for and Reclaiming our Health

Empowering Black Health: Key Takeaways from My Uncommon Conversation with Dr. Clyde Yancy
Ama-Robin and Mel share their Key Takeaways from their conversation with Dr. Clyde Yancy on Cardiovascular Disease and Black Health. This is from the latest Espresso Talk Today podcast episode #267 about Empowering Black Health: Essential Steps for Longevity and Well-Being.

A Quick Information Guide on Empowering Black Health: Essential Steps for Longevity and Well-Being
In this week's blog we share a Quick Information Guide following this week's Espresso Talk Today podcast episode 267 about Empowering Black Health: Essential Steps for Longevity and Well-Being Episode with Dr. Clyde Yancy on Cardiovascular Disease and Black Health

10 Ways to Celebrate August 28th (and Every Important Day in Black History!)
In this week's discussion, we will sharing 10 Ways to Celebrate August 28th (and Every Important Day in Black History!)
August 28th is a date deeply woven into the fabric of Black history—a day marked by pivotal events that have shaped our ongoing fight for justice and equality. From the tragic lynching of Emmett Till in 1955 to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s iconic "I Have a Dream" speech in 1963, this day has been both a reminder of our struggles and a beacon of hope.

The Socialized Racism Scale: Determining Your Level of Socialized Racism
In this week's discussion, we will be testing your Socialized Racism Scale - a self-assessment tool designed to help you uncover and reflect on the unconscious biases and behaviors that contribute to systemic racism. This encourages honest introspection, helping you identify areas where you can grow and take actionable steps toward becoming a more effective and empathetic ally in the fight for racial equity.

20 Things White People Do That They Don't Know Are Racist
These are just some racist behaviors that white people don’t know are racist. After reading this list, take some time to reflect on your behaviors and determine if they are also unconsciously racist.


The Hidden Cost of "Making a Way Out of No Way"
The famous quote “Making a way out of no way” is heavily embedded with John Henryism - a coping strategy where Black people put in extreme effort to overcome obstacles and racism, often leading to significant physical and mental health problems due to the constant stress. Named after the folk hero John Henry, it highlights how we strive to succeed against the “machinery” of racism.


Resilience Check: Are you making a way out of no way?
Throughout history, Black people have defied the odds, carving paths to success and liberation where none seemed to exist. People like Ida B. Wells, Rosa Parks, and Garrett Morgan stand as models of courage and resilience, challenging the status quo and paving the way for future generations.
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