The Democratic Republic of Congo was recently dubbed 'a never-ending nightmare' by the New York Times, but over 200 Congolese grassroots women leaders---- self-identified as the Maman Shujaa, or 'Hero Women'---- have emerged from the shadows to organize a movement denouncing violence and demanding peace.They have utilized our platform to request a voice in the decisions that affect their lives, and the world is taking notice. As the 20th African Union Summit kicks off this week, with Hero … [Read more...]
The Voice vs the Brain – Take Action!
January 23, 2013 by
“Have you ever had 'that' moment in your life where you knew that you were not doing what you were supposed to be doing?” Take Action to hear it and act on it :) It would be a fearful split second when you swore you heard a Voice; yet, were so overwhelmed with fear to share the experience with anyone that you secretly stored it in the attic of your mind. Having decided to do this, you stifled this Voice to a point of combustion forcing a series of outbursts, once in a … [Read more...]
LESSONS FROM THE BUTTERFLY
January 20, 2013 by
LESSONS FROM THE BUTTERFLY Outward appearances are deceiving, so don't be too quick to judge. Take caterpillars, for instance. Some caterpillars are a thing of beauty, but most of them aren't much to look at. They crawl around like colored worms, they eat leaves for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and they have the personality of a sea slug. How many people have invited you over to look at their caterpillar collection? Few to none, I'll bet. When God passed out good looks, he … [Read more...]
The Post Grad “Master’s Bump” for Teachers
January 19, 2013 by
The State of Compensation for Teachers Much has been made of the lackluster salaries for teachers in the United States. Although the Bureau of Labor Statistics cites an average salary of $51,380 for elementary school teachers and the slightly higher $51,960 and $53,230 for middle and high school teachers, respectively. That average incorporates the salary of those who have been teaching for years, or even decades. Salaries for the lowest 10 percent of educators–typically, beginning … [Read more...]
Emotional Safety – A Relationship ‘MUST’
January 19, 2013 by
Emotional Safety - A Relationship 'MUST' You might believe that you are in love when you can't keep your eyes off the object of your desire, when your heart beats twice as fast each time you think of him or her, when you feel like a thousand dollars in his or her presence and when you simply can't wait for the first intimate encounter. But is this really love? Dr. Rosie King, a lady who is renowned for her studies in sexual health, calls this experience 'limerance' and … [Read more...]
“Ignite Your Year – PLAY BIGGER THAN EVER” – Event JAN 30
January 18, 2013 by
LESS THAN 1 DAY LEFT UNTIL EXQUISITE BUSINESS NETWORKING EVENT! Tickets are selling out fast – “Ignite Your Year – PLAY BIGGER THAN EVER” networking event, held by Lioness Success Academy. [secure your place] When: Wednesday, January 30, 2013 Time: 6:30 p.m. Where: Montecassino Hotel & Event Venue, Salon A (MAP) 3710 Chesswood Drive, Toronto, Ontario M3J 2W4 (Free Parking) Ticket Price: $65 in advance, $75 at the door Dress Code: Business Very Elegant Enjoy … [Read more...]
