Duane Rollins

In the wake of the Capitol mob, our world has been flooded with “reactions” and “takes” that describe the events and people’s feelings toward them. Some were beautifully poignant and much needed [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KwbyTcluwZs]. Others lacked accountability [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOc663s5JWM]

It feels good to be back on a regular writing schedule! For new subscribers, every Friday, I share other great content (with some added context) to dive into over the weekend. Without further ado… -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Creator Hierarchy of Needs [https://peteryang.substack.com/p/creator-hierarchy-of-needs] Have you ever considered being

You can call yesterday many things but what the mob that breached the Capitol was really aiming for it got – a photo-op. It reminded me a lot of the Bible/boarded up church photoshoot [https://static01.nyt.com/images/2020/09/18/us/politics/18distortion-bible/18distortion-bible-superJumbo.jpg?quality=90&

Here’s a simple framework to help you think about performance. Level 1: Consistency Are you showing up on a regular basis for an extended period of time? For anything you want in life, half of battle is just simply showing up. 90% of the battle is showing up regularly.

Photo by Bash Visual [https://unsplash.com/@bashvisual?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText] on Unsplash [https://unsplash.com/s/photos/caribbean-carnival?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText] In these conversations, we’re exploring what it means to be Black

I’ve been so ready to throw 2020 out like Uncle Phil did Jazzy Jeff from his home. Each year, I try to make resolutions for the next. For some, it’s a frivolous exercise but for me, it provides an opportunity to reflect. I think I’ve come up

Take a moment today to be still. Pause and live in the present. Smile a little bigger. Laugh a little harder. Hug those that you can a little tighter. Life is precious. It may be hard, but find gratitude for what we’ve lost this year. Be thankful for the

In part 2 of this series, we’re following up on our first conversation [/flavors-of-black-part-1/] which spoke to differences in Black cultures within America. It breaks different groups that are part of the Black coalition into different groups: * Native Blacks (decedents of slaves) * Immigrants (African, Caribbean, etc.) * Afro-Latinos * Mixed Race

I’ve developed a new mantra that I’m taking with me into 2021. Don’t take yourself too seriously, but take yourself seriously enough to invest in all of your ideas. Believing in yourself is one thing. Investing in yourself is totally different. This mantra is similar to, “Put

Many of my regular readers may have noticed that my recent publishing schedule has been less than regular. This has been for two reasons: 1. I started back on my fitness journey and I’m looking to drop 20 lbs over the next 6 months. This will get me back