Last time, I shared with y’all my fears and frustrations about raising a black son in America. On the one hand, I’m excited about the possibility of being a parent. But, on the other hand, I wonder how my children will navigate a society that sometimes views them with an air of suspicion. So I decided to do some research. From a basic Google search, I only found one study … [Read more...]
How Eating Meals with Your Kids Can Literally Change Their Lives
“Maaaaaan, y’all ain’t gonna believe what we did at school one time.” That’s how my younger brother prepped us for one of his college escapade stories. He played division one basketball and was always getting into excitement (read: trouble). We were all are sitting around for mealtime and it was his turn to share. The Prank of the Century This particular evening my … [Read more...]
Are People Happier With or Without Kids?
Until recently, most research has shown that those without children are more satisfied in life than those who have them. Several new studies have concluded, however, that data may not be completely accurate anymore. Princeton University and Stony Brook University published a report in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Science that found "very little difference" … [Read more...]
10 Research Facts on Marriage and Choosing a Partner
I ran across an interesting article that was in the Examiner. It's based around 10 research facts on marriage and finding a partner. Some I already knew, some I already figured out and some were new to me so I thought I'd share. 1. Marrying as a teenager is the highest known risk factor for divorce. 2. The most likely way to find a future marriage partner is through an … [Read more...]