Inspired by Ada R. Habershon’s 1907 hymn and the Indigenous tradition of the sharing circle, this edition will explore the circle as a symbol of wholeness, resilience, and community. A circle reminds us that: “In a circle, we are all … Continue reading The November Theme, “Will The Circle Be Unbroken?”
How faith, justice, and community connection can mend what has been broken in Black and Brown well-being. The Broken Circle The circle has always symbolized wholeness. In faith, it represents eternity. In public health, it represents balance. Yet across America, … Continue reading Restoring the Circle: Health Equity as a Sacred Mandate
In every society, health and wellness are not merely individual pursuits—they are shared responsibilities that reflect the moral and social fabric of a community. While wellness is often framed in personal terms—how we eat, exercise, rest, and manage stress—its deeper … Continue reading Health and Wellness and the Common Good
Abstract This essay explores how women writers across generations have reclaimed the symbol of the circle as a metaphor for continuity, collective memory, and resistance. From the ancient archetype of the womb to the modern woman’s consciousness, the circle becomes … Continue reading The Circle as a Feminine Archetype: Wholeness, Healing, and Rebellion in Women’s Writing
I am a sports enthusiast. I love watching sports on TV and love playing sports such as tennis and running. Participating and watching sports always makes me think of the Olympics and the many athletes who participate at such a … Continue reading An Unbroken Circle
Truth and Reconciliation. These are not just lofty concepts reserved for history books or international commissions—they are the bedrock of healing and justice. As someone whose life and purpose are deeply rooted in advocacy for individuals and families impacted by … Continue reading Dr. La’Shardae Scott’s Interpretation: Truth, Reconciliation, and the Sickle Cell Reckoning
To bridge the gap is not just to close disparities—it is to create a system where every individual is seen, valued, and cared for with equal regard. The Divide That Persists In the United States, the intersection of health equity, … Continue reading Equity and Ethics in Healthcare: Bridging the Divide
And here’s the double-edged sword: when strength becomes how we are known, it also becomes how we are dismissed. Continue reading The Strength They Praise, The Support We’re Denied
Black ingenuity has not only pushed boundaries but redefined them. It is all about creating and innovating, even when times get tough. Continue reading The Table We Built: How Black Striving, Ingenuity, and Resistance Shaped America
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