Every time we get into a car, there is a risk of an accident. Every time we get into a relationship, there is a risk of heartbreak. We’re afraid of heartbreak, but we’re not afraid to drive? Get in!
Common sense is the insurance of heartbreak but few of us can afford this free policy. Ignorance
Ego is suicide.
Don’t believe your own hype–your ego is as fake as Santa Claus. In R&B singer Beyoncé’s “Ego” remix, Kanye West states that his ego is his imaginary friend. Mr. West is admittedly suggests that his ego is an illusion. The ego is an unauthentic inflated feeling of pride in our superiority to others.
Ego
…But the ladies will read it anyway.
Ladies want to know the way men think. They would like to know why we have double standards, why we lie and lead them on, why we’re not upfront, why we’re so afraid to commit, why we don’t completely answer questions, why we have a hard time communicating
On a recent trip from Chicago to Atlanta, I stopped through Gary, Indiana to visit the childhood home of the legendary King of Pop, Michael Jackson. As we drove up that little one-lane, bumpy road, I couldn’t help but think to myself, what if he stayed? What if Michael Jackson never believed he could be
Since when is a woman with strength, ambition and an opinion the new “bitch?”
On Kanye West’s newest single, the rapper yells, “No one man should have all that power.” Well what about any one woman? As men, we claim we want a lady with her own career, own mind, drive and success but usually end
Well let me say this right now–Alicia’s soothing voice just isn’t soothing enough to get most men to settle down. The vast majority of men aren’t ready for that “relationship talk” and if they are, they don’t even know where to begin
We’ve all been in uncomfortable or stressful situations. Often what makes an experience uncomfortable is our lack of knowledge in how to approach it or our fears of being judged. What makes a situation stressful is our reaction to it, so in essence we create our own stress
Tweeting while trying to enjoy life is like texting while driving – if you spend too much time doing either, you’re bound to miss something important – like a bright yellow sunset, or a bright red traffic light
Vulgarity is the latest trend, it’s not only tolerated but it is embraced. We allow our communities to kill each other off, we disrespect our women and we risk our own lives–all for the sake of “keeping it real.”
Broke people are attracted to folks with money, the shy are attracted to the verbose, and the straight laced are often attracted to the witty. But when is the law of attraction taken too far?
Being a gentleman doesn’t require suspenders & a bow tie doesn’t mean being a bore. The contemporary gentleman is appealing, intelligent, charming, ambitious, cultured and classic, but most importantly, he’s a man.
Don’t be fooled, overnight successes are years of hard work and hustle that haven’t been televised. There’s simply a misconception of success and everybody is going for it. Chasing the success before chasing the goal is like a drunken one-night stand
In a contemporary world of respect, love and equal rights for all, it seems double standards are the standard. Men and women are getting away with more and less and pointing the finger at both. It’s a dangerous lifestyle to be divided in interests or loyalties, wavering, uncertain, two-faced or half-hearted
Going green is sexy?
I’ve always been a fan of money, but I’m not talking about that kind of green. And no, I’m not talking about the green that your favorite rapper indulges in either. Going green, insinuates a broad philosophical and social movement centered on a concern for the conservation and improvement of the natural
In the natural world, fear is like colored contacts, fake! It is a make-believe preventative measure in the mind that paralyzes us from progress. The definition is in the acronym of the word: False Expressions Appearing Real
Turkey is like relationships. There’s a natural order involved and you have to prep them both. You can’t reverse the process and expect good results. However, most people ignore the process and get a burnt bird.
Every man should be masculine. Hyper-masculinity, however, is overcompensation for male insecurity. In fact, most men are insecure
As quickly as it became trendy, maybe it’s time for hate to go out of style – both the overused word and the actual act of hating itself. It seems like everyone claims that they’re being “hated on” nowadays. Just listen to the lyrics of most hip-hop songs. Or even listen to the average conversations
From online screen names, to mall-rats and beyond, you will see traces of the Barbie phenomenon. It has suddenly become “cute” to be lifeless, look blankly ahead and tilt your dome. No disrespect to Nicki Minaj, because what she does is entertainment. She receives large paychecks for her Barbie-like persona. But, what’s your excuse
Technology is sexy. It’s been known to help build amazing careers, create Academy Award-winning films and is responsible for cultivating most of your favorite albums
In 1982, George Clinton suggested that all men are dogs, with his hit record, “Atomic Dog.” Twenty-eight years later there’s just no truth in that suggestion.
James Brown told me this is a man’s world, but decided that it would be nothing without a woman. I’ve decided the same
Unlike Boyz II Men, many couples are finding it quite easy to say goodbye to yesterday–and today, and tomorrow. It seems severed ties are in fashion and giving up is the latest trend. It’s amazing how we treat each other as if we’re disposable
“Sellout” is somewhat of a curse word to most artists, yet most artists are selling out in order to sellout–of records that is. The art of the creative process in developing quality instrumentation and production coupled with timeless lyrics is simply being compromised for success.
Popular culture and media often portray sex as a casual act that we can commit with whomever, wherever and whenever it feels right. Music often suggests that it’s okay to follow all of our sexual desires, but fails to inform us of the not so obvious consequences of Soul-Ties
In Jamie Foxx’s newest single, he explains that “he can’t speak French but he’ll tongue you down.” Cleverly put, but I’m sure most ladies would prefer a hello first. You don’t arrive at a destination without traveling to get there, and you don’t rush intimacy without speaking to a lady first
Remember the days when being a bachelor was big business? Or when investing in the sexiest women in for portfolio increased your stock? How about when being a player was a necessary component to your cool?
Being single isn’t as bad as society makes it out to be. Sure, love is a beautiful concept meant for two compatible people, but biological clocks force some women into bad relationships
Despite an increase in chivalry and the return of gentleman, millions of contemporary women pride themselves on being able to take care of life on their own. Turn on the radio and you’ll hear Beyonce rallying all independent women to throw their hands up at her, while Webbie provides grammar school lessons spelling out I-N-D-E-P-E-N-D-E-N-T.
As men, why do we submit ourselves to these caveman-like standards: the same underwear for days, dirty clothes and lack of grooming? I am not suggesting putting on a dress, hair and make-up, but a little masculine grooming will go a long way. A gentleman’s wardrobe should contain collections that reflect a cultured way of
With artists like Beyoncé, T.I. and Mary J. Blige embracing their alter egos, the remainder of the common world is suddenly finding it sociably acceptable to embrace theirs. Scientific research has long demonstrated the power of suggestion in perception as well as the strong effects of expectations
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