http://www.dstroman.com "Inspiring Thought & Action" Wed, 14 Jul 2010 12:05:12 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en I am reminded of Anthony Hamilton’s soulful ballad titled, “And The Point of It All,” when I think of the recent brouhaha surrounding LeBron James’ free agency circus. Hamilton artfully croons his message of love to his babe regardless of the dark days of time spent away from one another ... http://www.dstroman.com/2010/07/and-the-point-of-it-all%e2%80%a6/ On this past Friday at 11:00 a.m. EST most of America stood still. Not for health care reform, terrorist declarations or even the death of a dignitary. Tiger Woods spoke directly to us as he took the microphone for the first time since his car accident on Thanksgiving and we ... http://www.dstroman.com/2010/02/the-two-worlds-of-tiger-collide-do-you-believe-in-second-chances/ In terms of President Obama’s ability to articulate and take action on his vision for America in one, year, I would issue a grade of B+. He has motivated millions across the globe to be more charitable, considerate, and reflective on our personal and national interests. Contrastingly, I would ... http://www.dstroman.com/2009/12/grading-president-obama/ Tiger Woods has a problem and now so do I. I was naïve to think that I could survive this holiday season of Tigervision with its seemingly minute-by-minute reports of his self-described transgressions. Every media outlet needs a story to remain viable in this world of at-your-touch news and Tiger’s ... http://www.dstroman.com/2009/12/tiger-acting-like-a-black-athlete-now/ Do you remember your elders speaking about “sugar in the blood”? Do you have a friend or family member who suffers from diabetes? The importance of understanding high blood sugar is critical to the management of our often fast-paced, unhealthy, and stressful lives. A few years ago ... http://www.dstroman.com/2009/11/got-sugar-in-the-blood-change-your-lifestyle-today/ The latest brouhaha over President Obama’s whereabouts now includes his golf endeavors. A seemingly innocent respite away from the White House arrows and darts has turned into a diatribe over women’s equality, inclusion, and diversity. And you thought golf was a boring game for old men! Ha! The story began ... http://www.dstroman.com/2009/11/presidential-pursuits-golf-%e2%80%93-the-great-equalizer/ Do you need a simple rule to begin a smart nutrition routine? Try to make a change in your diet by “avoiding the whites” – those additives that supposedly will make your food taste just right or have the right consistency. To live well and be healthy, we need to ... http://www.dstroman.com/2009/10/avoid-the-whites-salt-sugar-flour/ "Vick signing a new contract with Nike is an example of how great America can be. A man who made a tragic mistake is now given the opportunity to showcase his athletic and altruistic nature by donning the foremost athletic marketing brand in the world again. Nike is known for ... http://www.dstroman.com/2009/10/a-comment-on-the-usa-today-article-michael-vick-reaches-endorsement-deal-with-nike/ Sen. Edward “Teddy” Kennedy and Michael Vick are two celebrities who triumphed over tragic situations. Whoa Nellie! Let me bring you in on my thought pattern this morning as I drove to work thinking about the loss of the “Senate Lion.” What is redemption and how does America tally its ... http://www.dstroman.com/2009/08/kennedy-and-vick-a-tragedy-of-redemption/ As a leadership scholar and proud member of the Black Greek Nation, I find it quite appropriate to comment on the sad state of affairs regarding the recently filed Alpha Kappa Alpha (AKA) Sorority lawsuit. President Barbara McKinzie and the executive director are being charged by eight sorority members of ... http://www.dstroman.com/2009/08/questioning-black-leadership-if-barb%e2%80%99s-in-charge-should-you-watch-your-wallet/