Mediocrity is the safest way to live in a society like the one of today which wants what is ‘in’ and shuns what is about to begin. Because the diversity in people is so distinguishing, it is tough to place many people in the same category, especially when it comes to carrying out the individuality in one’s lifestyle. Although everyone shares comparable and natural traits, we do not all share the same mind state, except when it comes to the “In- the-Box” personality. Did you know that internal scars can be created inside of the mind when you are gunning for a certain image or longing for acceptance in certain things that many frown upon? Acceptance is one of the many things people outwardly feel that they are resistant towards, yet they naturally invite some form of receipt from others for their doings. Egotistically, we can argue that we could care less what someone says or how they feel but our mortal bodies know better.  More...

(BBN Editors: This story surfaced earlier this month, but it is the same dilemma women of color have faced in the mainstream workplace: Deciding to wear our hair in its natural state or straightened is more than a flip decision. For many of us the decision requires great analysis). (philly. com) ONE OF THE things that Glamour magazine is famous for is proclaiming certain clothing choices "fashion don'ts. " They're usually tasteless or careless mistakes that women make - exposed thongs, muffin-top jeans, stockings with sandals or sheer mesh blouses over bare skin.  More...