Author: Sharea Farmer, LCSW
The Story Behind the Sexually Confident
Sex! A subject that although publicly discussed in the media, still remains taboo in the Black Community. For Black women, it’s a topic that when discussed, we tread lightly to make sure we appear “proper” in the eyes of those who believe as we do about sex. Usually, this is in response to what we have been taught from our families, communities, religious background and/or media. When I entered my 30’s, the subject of sex, sexuality and what I desired came to the forefront and I was forced to examine these areas; honestly. It was then that I realized how … Continue reading The Story Behind the Sexually Confident
Old Skool Thursday
Repost: Asking Sunshine: Finding balance as the “Everywoman”
Asking Sunshine, I am a working mother with an active 1 year old who I just adore. I am extremely busy almost every day of the week, with child care, work, a relationship and caring for my aging mother; there … Continue reading Repost: Asking Sunshine: Finding balance as the “Everywoman”
Poetry Moment: Langston Hughes
Langston Hughes has always been one of the best poets to touch the subject of freedom and culture. I first stumbled upon him in my early teens and when I read “The Minstrel Man.” After the first line of the … Continue reading Poetry Moment: Langston Hughes
Old Skool Thursday
5 Inspirational Quotes by Women
5 Inspirational Quotes by Women A Middle of the Month Pick Me Up Find out who you are and do it on purpose. –Dolly Parton The more anger towards the past you carry in your heart, the less capable you are of loving in the present. –Barbara De Angelis No one can make you feel inferior without your consent. –Eleanor Roosevelt It is not easy to find happiness in ourselves, and it is not possible to find it elsewhere. –Agnes Repplier People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the … Continue reading 5 Inspirational Quotes by Women
Asking Sunshine: The Friend Zone!
Asking Sunshine! Hi Sunshine, I have been really close with a female for the last 3 years and she didn’t know I liked her a lot. I decided to tell her recently and she told me she wants to stay friends. I know that I am her type of guy; we enjoy the same things, I can make her laugh and when she is upset or hurting I’m the one there. When she is talking about her life, dreams and the type of man she wants, I know I can be her man and help support those dreams. What should … Continue reading Asking Sunshine: The Friend Zone!

