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The discovery of a beautiful afrofuturist: Octavia E. Butler

Award-winning essayist, journalist, and nonfiction author Lynell George gives us a glimpse into the esteemed writer Octavia E. Butler’s origins of becoming one. Going into her personal confides of her very own journals, we get a crash course into her psyche, and how she overcame the highs and lows of becoming the first African American woman to break into the science fiction genre.





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Popular Microbreak Activities in the Modern Workplace

The modern workplace continues to evolve with changing attitudes toward productivity and mental health. Research shows that short breaks throughout the workday improve focus, creativity, and overall job satisfaction. Many professionals now incorporate structured microbreaks into their schedules instead of pushing through fatigue