Trayvon Martin dead. Am I next?
Video: Trayvon Martin dead. Am I next? In this video I discuss how the Trayvon Martin killing highlights a real issue that black people and especially black men face on a daily basis: being killed for just doing what we’re supposed to do. In 2012, some people still believe that we don’t belong in certain neighborhoods, [...]
The (Ree)lationship Guide: Are You Talking Too Much?
Far too often I’ve run across situations in which someone’s significant other cheated on them with a childhood friend or a relative. While there is no excuse for this extreme deception, I’ve oftentimes questioned my clients about conversations they have with their “inner circle” regarding their relationship. Below are 3 relationship topics you may want [...]
The (Ree)lationship Guide: Ladies, Stop Accepting Those Gifts
It’s always frustrating when you’re on the dating scene and can’t quite figure out who you like and who likes you. I’ve heard a substantial amount of complaints from clients who are dating women that they’ve wined and dined but are uncertain as to whether or not the woman is interested in them. Ladies, here’s [...]
The (Ree)lationship Guide: 3 Common, Teeth-Cringing Statements Men and Women Make about the Opposite s*x
Throughout my journey of consulting with people about their dating and relationship woes, I’ve heard some disrespectful and outright ignorant statements from men and women about the opposite s*x. Below are a few statements from each gender that literally make my teeth cringe. Let’s work together to rid ourselves of such narrow-minded thinking! 3 [...]
Let’s Discuss NBA Player J.R. Smith’s [a*s]tronomical Love Life with The (Ree)lationship Guide
![Let’s Discuss NBA Player J.R. Smith’s [a*s]tronomical Love Life with The (Ree)lationship Guide](http://blacklikemoi.com/wp-content/themes/city-desk/timthumb.php?src=http%3A%2F%2Fblacklikemoi.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2012%2F03%2FJR-Smith-and-Tahiry1.jpg&q=90&w=160&h=106&zc=1 "Let’s Discuss NBA Player J.R. Smith’s [a*s]tronomical Love Life with The (Ree)lationship Guide")
The media has been abuzz with news of the $25,000 fine imposed on New York Knicks’ J.R. Smith for tweeting a picture of his girlfriend’s [a*s]tronomical body part. The $25,000 should be the least of his concerns, as he’s probably spending that amount of money on his monthly expenses. His biggest concern should be his [...]
The (Ree)lationship Guide: 7 Relationship Tips Men Can Learn from Hip-Hop Recording Artist Common
I am a huge fan of hip-hop recording artist Common. I initially loved him solely for his music, but after reading his autobiography One Day It’ll All Make Sense, I grew to love and respect him as an individual man. A romantic man. Below are excerpts from One Day It’ll All Make Sense that illustrate [...]
The (Ree)lationship Guide: 3 Ways to Kill the Cheater in You
by Ree, “The (Ree)lationship Guide” Although 80% of Americans believe cheating is wrong, the percentage of adults admitting to cheating on their significant other is increasing. Unfortunately, there isn’t a “quick fix” for this behavior, as some cheaters claim it’s an addiction (not according to research) [...]
The (Ree)lationship Guide: 3 Reasons Why Chivalry is Dying and It’s Your Fault
I frequently hear complaints about chivalry from my clients. The biggest complaint from the ladies? Chivalry is diminishing. The biggest complaint from the males? Chivalry isn’t appreciated. Below is a list of the top 3 reasons why chivalry is dying at our own account. 1. Lack of Self-Respect People can “sniff” low self-esteem in another [...]
Inconsistency: Relationship Suicide
When I’m asked what a couple can do to reinforce or restore passion in their relationship, I always ask about things they consistently did in the past. Yes, it’s great to be innovative and bring new ideas to a relationship; however, your relationship should have a few consistencies that are regarded as sacred. Some common [...]
Hate it or Love it???
Ashanti on 106 & Park Ashanti has been spotted in a few places and it’s obvious that her style has changed. I don’t know if she’s going for the Aztec Warrior Princess look or what? What do you think about it? Love it or hate it???
Dr. Boyce: Should Black America Expect More from Obama Than Any Other President?
by Dr. Boyce Watkins I’ve heard people say that the expectations on Barack Obama are greater from our community than they have been for any other president. When someone highlights the fact that black unemployment has actually worsened under the Obama Administration while improving within the white community, the quickest reaction I typically [...]
Madam Prezident: Why Do You Hate Me For Having a Perm?
I’m so tired of the Natural Hair fiasco! Women who have decided to go natural don’t deserve a prize! There are a couple misconceptions to going natural that people don’t know about. 1) Natural hair maintenance requires the same timely attention as permed hair. Any woman who cares about her appearance spends time nurturing [...]
The Politics of Giving Your Child a Black Name | Political News and Opinion from a Multicultural Point of View
Yesterday, New York City Department of Health revealed that the number one name Black parents applied to their baby girls was Madison, a name historically and traditionally given by White parents. By contrast, the number one boy name was Jayden, often considered a typical “Black name.” The juxtaposition of the contrast is striking. It is [...]
Yvette Carnell: Is Ron Paul a Racist? Part II
To read Yvette Carnell’s first piece on Ron Paul, click here. by Yvette Carnell Over the past couple of weeks, two distinct memes about Ron Paul have grabbed hold; 1) Ron Paul is racist 2) a racist should never be President. I submit to you that even if both these suppositions are true, they still [...]