Tia Niki 'N Merida

 Welcome Back to my Blog! Have you seen last weeks YouTube video on Isolation  Check it out here: SEE ISOLATION vs. MERIDA LIVING HERE PUSH PLAY to See This Weeks Introduction! Mental Health   i s a critical issue for people of all races and ethnicities, and it is particularly important for members of the Black community to prioritize and re-prioritize their mental health. There are several reasons why this is the case and understanding these reasons can help individuals and communities take steps to acknowledge and engage mental health and well-being. One reason why mental health is especially important for Black individuals is that they often experience higher levels of stress and trauma. The Black community has a long history of discrimination and oppression, and this can take a significant toll on mental health. For example, studies have shown that Black individuals are more likely to experience racism-related stress, which can lead to a range of negative mental hea...

Isolation  How it keeps us stagnant and robs your attention to your goals to move abroad (amongst other things).  If you are stuck and need guidance on how to make your move abroad, request a consultation with me and consider taking the Cut the Cord Course: A Guide on How to Leave the U.S. BS. I built this course especially for you because I understand how challenging it can be to take on a huge undertaking such as this move. So I am reaching out to you from the other side as a clear indication that it is not only possible but this can be your journey too, if you so choose.  Until next time, W/Love Tia'Niki SUBSCRIBE TO TIA NIKI 'N MERIDA ON YOUTUBE Take the Cut The Cord Course - A Guide on How to Leave the U.S. BS Book a Consultation

What is Homelessness? Homelessness refers to the condition whereby a person lacks a regular, safe, and permanent home. It is often caused by poverty, unemployment, mental illness or addiction. The National Alliance to End Homelessness defines homelessness as “the situation where people are without a permanent home or adequate housing and have few, if any resources to acquire safe and affordable housing they need.” How We Got here - The Historical Roots of the American Poverty Problem Today, the United States is one of the wealthiest countries in the world. However, there are still many people who live in poverty. The U.S. poverty rate is about 15%. This means that about 1 in 7 Americans live below the poverty line and are struggling to meet their basic needs. The American welfare state has been around for a long time, but it was not until President Lyndon B. Johnson's War on Poverty that we saw a serious effort to reduce poverty nationwide. The War on Poverty sought to provide mor...