Every June, Pride Month is celebrated to honor the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States. Today Pride also recognizes lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals’ impact on history locally, nationally, and internationally. Below are ten quotes from amazing LGBTQIA+ artists. 15 Quotes From Amazing LGBTQIA+ Artists …
Burnout is a state of mental and physical exhaustion, usually related to your work situation. Paradoxically, the more passionate and responsible you are, the more likely you are to burn out since you’ll be unwilling to stop at times of being overwhelmed, not wanting to make others pick up the slack. Ninety-three per cent of …
Since May 1978, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month has recognized and honored the contributions, achievements, and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans (AAPI) who have shaped the culture and history of the United States. Below are 15 quotes from extraordinary AAPI women artists. 15 Quotes From Extraordinary AAPI Women Artists “Art …
In our constant quest to understand artists and their genius, we often put them on a pedestal, or we assume that they are otherworldly beings with incomprehensible thoughts. This myth, though common, distances us from everything they share with us. It makes us feel that their feats and successes are far beyond our reach. It …
Every February we celebrate Black History Month, which honors the achievements of Black Americans and is a time to recognize their indelible part in U.S. history. Below are powerful quotes from Black women creators and displays of their work. Quotes From Black Women Creators Alma Thomas, Artist and Teacher Through color, I have sought to …
Failing early in our careers can make us question whether we are on the right path. We may look at people who have succeeded from the outset and wonder why it doesn’t come so easily to us. Classical violinist Nigel Kennedy, actor Natalie Portman and painter Pablo Picasso are examples of young geniuses who were …
Here are 10 powerful quotes from women Latinx artists that speak of perseverance, possibilities, and staying rooted in who you are. Curious about the term Latinx? Read Shereen Marisol Meraji’s post ‘Hispanic,’ ‘Latino,’ Or ‘Latinx’? Survey Says … for NPR Code Switch. Latinx Heritage Month (Hispanic Heritage Month) is celebrated nationally from September 15 to October …
August is National Wellness Month. To celebrate, here are ten quotes from female authors about wellness. Wellness should be about treating your body and mind with the care it deserves. Life is stressful and complicated, but that doesn’t mean we need to neglect ourselves while dealing with responsibilities. Ten Quotes by Women Authors for National …
June is here, and it’s time to groove to the beats because it’s National DJ Month! This month-long celebration recognizes DJs’ ability to create magical moments through skillful mixing, seamless transitions, and deep connection with the crowd. They’re the ones who make us lose ourselves in the moment. Here are ten quotes from incredible women …
When Daniella Zalcman started her photojournalism career in New York City during the late 2000s, she found herself trying to break into a field dominated by men, who represent roughly 85 percent of photojournalists, according to 2015 data. Zalcman quickly realized the impact of the industry’s gender imbalance extended far beyond personal career growth or …