For years, Sondra Striker went through a string of psychologists, psychiatrists and medications — all in an effort to “just be normal.” A native of New York, who was raised in Texas, Striker’s first memory of being in a psychologist’s office and placed on medication was at age 5. At the time, she was struggling […]
Of course, flowers are always appreciated, but are you considering switching up your Mother’s Day gift this year? Here are some out-of-the-box ideas to celebrate your one-of-a-kind mom: • Why not set up a full week of “happies” to be delivered to mom? Get your siblings and others who love her involved and have a […]
Staying balanced can be difficult during the best of times — and all the more difficult lately due to extraordinary circumstances. Here’s what some of the Coast’s most successful women have to say about maintaining mental wellbeing: “Always be your own best friend, your own cheerleader and your own biggest advocate. If you don’t think […]
They’ve taken over TikTok and are a major hit with Gen Z. But are they worth buying? Well, that’s totally up to you. If you’re wondering what fad I’m referring to, allow me to introduce the sweater vest. Sweater vests are making a huge comeback, and brands at all price points are coming out with […]
Before it was an enticing businesses opportunity, Smallcakes was Mia Jacobs’s favorite place to satisfy her sweet tooth. While the Coast native was an active-duty military member living in Georgia, she frequented the cupcakery and creamery, which boasts over 100 locations and growing. Founder Jeff Martin, who appeared on several seasons of Food Network’s “Cupcake […]
The concepts of beauty and family have always been linked for Natasha Uneeda Pickett. As a young girl, she helped her mother do hair and sometimes served as her Guinea pig, dreaming of the day she’d start her own salon. Today, she and her daughter co-own Enhancements by Shae — a cosmetics and personal care […]
Although she considers herself to be in a “beautiful, peaceful” place today, Nakisha White Henderson has weathered her share of turmoil. “I have suffered some pretty low moments,” acknowledges the certified mental health therapist and life coach, “but all in all, to say I would change anything isn’t my truth, because every single thing that […]
Most of us know the negative impact of sun exposure on our health, such as skin aging and skin cancer, but do you know the positive effects? Over the past several decades, a favorable association between sunlight and disease has been discovered, and there is growing evidence that regular exposure to sunlight benefits our overall […]
The K&J Foundation honors the legacy of Kiara and Jameel Pearse, who died in an auto accident on Nov. 14, 2006, and promotes teen safety awareness. Husband-and-wife co-founders Brian and Yvette Pearse are passionate about sharing their experience and preventing further tragedies. Here, Brian tells us about the foundation’s origins and its ongoing efforts. WHAT […]
Photography by Brandi Stage Portraiture BELL’S COPING TIPS AVOID ISOLATION • “Don’t allow yourself to go through any difficulty on your own. Talk to someone, whether you’re talking to a friend or a professional therapist, counselor or someone you trust as a spiritual leader. As humans, we’re meant for connection, and we need to do […]
