31 Days of Productivity

Well January is almost gone. I can’t believe it! But hey time waits for no one. I have to admit struggling with getting my productivity and organizational system in place. My problem is overthinking. But I thought this tool was a good way to start getting it together. One thing good about this 31 Day of Productivity Calendar, you can adopt it any month. I … Continue reading 31 Days of Productivity

Through the Flames: Protecting Altadena’s Black History and Future”

Damita Miller-Shanklin Photo Credit: Los Angeles Times When I came across a video of Congresswoman Maxine Waters urging us to focus on influencing humanity instead of politics, her words stuck with me. It was a strong reminder that, at the heart of every challenge, it’s our humanity that holds the greatest potential for change. This words felt especially poignant as I began learning about the … Continue reading Through the Flames: Protecting Altadena’s Black History and Future”

Are You Taking Part in Dry January?

Damita Miller-Shanklin I don’t know about you, but I had not heard about the concept of Dry January before last year..  But once I understood what it was about, it seemed to be a great opportunity to think about your alcohol intake and to make a change.  Dry January is a public health campaign that encourages people to abstain from alcohol for the entire month … Continue reading Are You Taking Part in Dry January?

How You Can Recover From Christmas Spending

As you welcome January, you may get a quick jolt of truth when you see your credit card bills or low balance in your bank account after your Christmas spending. Now you need to figure out how you can recover in a way that will set you up for sustainability throughout the year. Here are some ideas that may help you tighten your belt from … Continue reading How You Can Recover From Christmas Spending