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VOL 49 - THURSDAY, JULY 15
Happy Thursday, #NoteddTribe! How are you celebrating your wins? We are guilty of not celebrating as often as we should. Jumping ahead, we provide suggestions on ways to build gratitude in your routine below in the honorable mentions, but celebrating isn't discussed as much. Let's remember to celebrate all of the wins — whether small, medium, or large — as it's proven to amplify your mood and productivity.
Check out a list of 14 creative ways to get started today. For us, we incorporated "celebration" into our mission statement (shout out to our Executive Coach Sam C. for working with us on this) and list our daily/weekly wins in our #StayNotedd journal.
Remember it's always your celebration, so let's celebrate!
Congratulations to MJ Rodriguez, who became the first Trans woman nominated for Outstanding lead actress in her role in Pose. Here's every Black nominee for the 73rd Annual Emmy Awards, along with the complete list of nominations.
Did you know that a Black battalion of women served in Europe during World War II? Despite only seven surviving, Congress is set to honor the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion with the Congressional Gold Medal.
As we head into Game 5 of the NBA Finals, meet the sole Black woman owner of the Milwaukee Bucks: Valerie Daniels-Carter.
This isn't the last time we'll hear the name: Zaila Avant-garde. She made history last week, becoming the first African American to win the Scripps National Spelling Bee. She has her eye to play basketball at Harvard before her career at NASA.
Not too long after withdrawing from the French Open to prioritize her mental health, Naomi Osaka wrote an essay titled "It's O.K. Not to Be O.K." for TIME Magazine.
San Diego African American Museum of Fine Art recently unveiled the "Say Their Names" memorial, which is now open and accessible in San Diego daily through July 25. The "Say Their Names" exhibit is a nationwide, grassroots initiative that began in Portland, Oregon, after the death of George Floyd in 2020.
Vanessa Wyche is a 30-year NASA veteran who recently became the first Black woman to lead a NASA center, overseeing 11,000 civil service employees and contractors working on human spaceflight missions.
According to an Education Week analysis, as of July 12, 26 states have introduced bills or taken steps to restrict teaching critical race theory or limit how teachers can discuss racism and sexism. Take a look at the latest map and table filled with information on the measures and variations from state to state.
Nayana Ferguson wanted a healthier spirit. She decided to create her own, becoming the first Black woman to lead a tequila brand: Anteel Tequilla.
Earlier this week, Texas House Democrats left the state to block Republicans from passing voting restrictions. Here's an analysis of what led up to this pivotal moment and what's proposed to come.
Going Back to the Workplace
A recent PwC survey disclosed that 75% of the 133 executives polled anticipate that at least half of office employees will be working in the office by July 2021. In addition, the executives surveyed shared that only 13% are open to remote life, and 68% believe employees should be in the office at least three days a week.
However, 64% of Black respondents in a Slack survey said they could better manage their stress while working from home. In addition, respondents' sense of belonging at work increased 50% once they began working from home. Many acknowledge that working from home helps Black women have better control over their environments and stressors. Still, concerns of limited opportunities for career growth and challenging team environments have been notedd as setbacks while working remotely.
Essence recently shared a list of ways to help Black women prepare for workplace challenges as offices reopen. Additionally, Insider covers stories of how working from home is beneficial to some Black women.
We want to know what you think! Click the below link to email your interest in participating in a survey. We're hoping to learn more about your pre-pandemic workplace experiences, what your working environment will look like now, and your overall thoughts.
We were recently introduced to L'Oreal Thompson Payton's weekly motivational newsletter, LT In The City. L'Oreal is moderating a virtual discussion in honor of BIPOC Mental Health on the importance of recognizing the nuances of mental health care within marginalized communities. The event will feature Licensed Mental Health counselor Bisma Anwar, and Dr. Rufus Tony Spann, a nationally certified school psychologist, licensed professional counselor, yoga teacher, and reiki master.
Psych Central's goal is to help connect people with the guidance and support they need to help make meaningful changes that can benefit you in your real life. They recently provided a list of mental health resources focused on various racial and ethnic groups and apps.
In partnership with Essence, United Healthcare gathered a list of four ways to help you check in on your mental health and wellness. Each exercise can easily be a part of your daily routine to help you make a positive difference in your life. Learn more on gratitude, breathing, meditation, and mindfulness.
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