In a time period where the word "basic" is used to describe people as shallow or dull, I have recently experienced numerous situations that reminded me of how valuable being a slave to the basics can be. I consider the first level of mastery in any art form, and maybe even in any profession, to [...]
Tag: life lessons
Growing From The Rain: A 2nd Year Grad School Testimonial
This past semester I was honored to give a talk about passion to a group of undergraduate students at The Ohio State University through an event called "What's Your Number" hosted by Vanessa Scott. Through this event, I was reminded of how powerful testimonies can be. Sometimes, it is not about preaching what others should [...]
Hiphop Lesson #1: Empower Yourself while Encouraging Your Community
"Ain't a way around it no more, I am the greatest A lotta niggas sat on the throne, I am the latest I am the bravest, go toe to toe with the giants I ain't afraid of you niggas, I'll end up fading you niggas... We all kings Kings of ourselves first and foremost While [...]
The Mental Dance Class: 5 Tips 4 the Heady Dancer
Over the past few days I have been listening to a podcast series called "The Overwhelmed Brain" by Paul Colaianni. The episodes consist of interviews that discuss ways in which people develop their minds in order to achieve their definition of success. I found the podcast in a general attempt to find multiple sources that [...]
