We know exercise has physical and mental benefits, yet it remains a challenge for many of us to prioritize. Between assignments,...

For two months, I’ve withheld sins. I’m not Catholic, so I can’t go to a priest. I’ve prayed, meditated, and exercised, but the feelings...

Minutes before my family left for vacation, we stopped in one of the airport’s electronic stores. My youngest wanted a pair of...

We touch a dangerous element every time we choose to swim. It’s not an idea we want floating in our heads when swimming in ponds, pools,...

“Slow down so your soul can catch up.” I read the advertisement for a “Wine and Spirits” store as I jogged towards Bahamas Street. The...

What would happen if you went outdoors without a shirt on a winter day in Chicago? Depending on your gender, you might get arrested. Stay...

If you follow basketball, then you know what happened last week. If you ate more than your share of barbeque on the 4th or drank too much...

What scares you? Clowns are at the top of some lists. Seeing Trump in office despite 34 guilty counts is also a concern for many. I've...

I took two glances at the WhatsApp message. "Did I read that correctly?" I asked myself. “Save the Date: October 11-14, Sandals...

How do you handle time off? Perhaps that's a ridiculous question because you don't take breaks or vacations. Maybe resting is what you...

Is there anything in your life that you need to revisit? After Brandon Johnson's historic election to Chicago's mayoral office, I feel...

How do you restore your strength after class? Do you return to the office for a few minutes? Perhaps, you go to the bathroom or recover...

Do you have any fitness goals? Is 2023 your year to lose weight and gain muscle? January is a prime time to take the first steps toward...

The human body does not release toxins through its pores. Sweat is the ingenious way we cool off when temperatures rise or exert...

Last Sunday morning, the dog barked at two ladies on the road outside our house. The walkers started the week with a few good steps...

Do you run? If you are non-disabled, you can run. Today, you may not be able to run far or fast, but you can move a tad more quickly than...

How do you prepare for a classroom lecture, meeting presentation, or another form of a speaking engagement? I've thought more about my...

What problems are you facing today? If all is well with you, take a few moments to be grateful. It’s also important to realize that...

How can you run a marathon without training? That's a foolish question! It would be best if you didn't attempt to run 26. 2 miles/ 42...

How much time do you spend on social media interacting with friends and looking for inspiration to develop your capoeira game? It’s been...