Why February Is So Special-Celebrating Black History
Today begins the celebration of Black History Month. No matter what your opinion is of this celebration, our yearly recognition time is here. Let’s share…
View ArticleAfrican Hair And It’s Significance: Connecting To Our Spirit
This video is for those who say, “it’s just hair,” implying it has no real significance. This sister uses examples from our ancient civilizations of…
View ArticleWords of Wisdom From Black Men
Some words of wisdom to Elev8 and celebrate during black history month and beyond. Black history is American history. Morgan Freeman Dr. Martin Luther King…
View ArticleMemorable Kisses In Black Films. Which One Is Your Favorite?
In the spirit of Valentine’s Day and the reflection of Black History Month, I’ve gathered names and a couple of video clips of memorable kisses…
View ArticleMalcolm’s Last Day-February 21, 1965
On this day, Malcolm X also known as El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz was gunned down during a rally for his new organization, Organization of Afro-American Unity. …
View ArticleFitness Guru Advocating Healthy Living For Over 20 Years
Diet and Weight Loss is a much discussed topic amongst our family, friends and associates. We see our favorite fitness instructors bopping across the screen…
View ArticleYoga Began In Africa (Ancient Egypt)
Origins of Yoga It is a little-known fact that Yoga first began in Africa, specifically Kemet (ancient Egypt). Yoga, which means union, is for everybody.…
View Article“I Have A Dream”- Martin Luther King Jr.
“I Have a Dream” is a 17-minute public speech by Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered on August 28, 1963, in which he called for racial…
View ArticleInspirational Minute: Words From Iyanla Vanzant
“Duck Behind God, When The Crazy Starts Flying” D (Dodge) U (underdeveloped) C (consciousness) K (kindly) – Iyanla Vanzant Make sure that you are following…
View ArticleInspirational Minute: Words From Maya Angelou
“Courage is the most important of all the virtues, because without courage you can’t practice any other virtue consistently. You can practice any virtue erratically,…
View ArticleInspirational Song- “Lift Every Voice and Sing”
“Lift Every Voice and Sing” was publicly performed first as a poem as part of a celebration of Lincoln’s Birthday on February 12, 1900 by…
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