In this clip Steve Harvey discusses the notorious 90 day rule that has so many people up in arms.  Please let us know what you think.…

There are so many articles out there that give you the…

As we're all experiencing our fitness journeys at some point or another we've had those moments where we want to workout but don't want to go the gym.  Well here is a quick list of great ab workouts you can do from home that will help you get that six pack that you've been hoping for. 

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If you’ve ever worked out before then you’ve dealt with it: the dreaded post workout soreness.  Here are a few tips that will help you avoid having after workout soreness as well as prevent injuries from working out.

Before workout:

Stay hydrated:  This is probably the most…

If you're like me, you get tired of opening your Facebook and seeing women you know reaching for attention.  They're either posting the oh so seductive "ass shot" of themselves or saying provocative things just to get a little attention from…

Let's just be honest about the world we live in. We live in a digital age where people are increasingly meeting each other through the internet. And if you're marriage-minded, you may really want to think about dating online. According to a new survey commissioned by Match.com, more than twice as many couples who married last year met through online…

If you're interested in growing longer, healthy hair, I encourage you to believe that is in fact possible. So many women have documented their hair growth online and have demonstrated that regardless of their hair texture/pattern/current length, they are able to achieve long tresses by implementing strategies…

Have you ever been absolutely overwhelmed by the latest fashion trends, wondering how you could possibly adapt the new runway looks to fit your personal style? I have! From the recent colorblocking trend, obsession with plaid and metallic looks and colors, I can personally say that I would never take a look right off of the runway. It’s all about adapting what I see on the runway to what my established style is in order for me to wear the clothes, and not allow the clothes to wear…

When I hear the word "bridezilla", I imagine a crazed woman who is absolutely obsessed with having the perfect wedding of her dreams, no matter what. She must have the perfect dress, the perfect location, the perfect ceremony, and perfect pictures, or she will bite someone's head off. Am I even remotely close to relating to someone like that? Nope. I am no bridezilla, even…

Welcome to the Engaged Sista Chronicles on Cafe Belle! I created this blog on the site in an attempt to chronicle some of the thoughts  I have about being engaged, and also share some of my opinions about what it takes to land a great guy, maintain a healthy relationship, and also plan for the future with a…

This last semester, I had the pleasure of taking an African American Studies course with Professor Danielle L. McGuire.  To my pleasant surprise, it turned out to be the best class I've taken in my entire collegiate career so far.   One of the most interesting books assigned to us to read was…

The following statement posted recently by The Beauty of Black Relationships on their Facebook page gave me tremendous pause: 

"NO MAN wants a "strong' or "independent" black woman. Black men want "gentle" team…

When Facebook hit the stock market and Mark Zuckerberg exponentially increased his net worth in the billion-dollar range, many people asked themselves: Is it possible for me to ever become that wealthy? What would it take? I would love to not have to rely on my job for money and be able to make…

Every woman knows what it is like to wonder if a guy is into her. The question plays around in the mind like an annoyance that simply won't go away until it is answered. "Does he like me? Does he not like me? Did he give me any signals to indicate that he wants to be with me?" It's not like we…

In the wake of a global recession, 80% of the jobs are being filled as a result of networking.  This fact should make us all aware of the importance of professional networking.  A strong network will give you a wealth of experiences to draw from when growing your own business or lend a hand in reaching…

Scandal premiered tonight on ABC (10pm/9c), starring Kerry Washington as Olivia Pope. Olivia, a former communications director for the President of the United States, runs a "crisis management" firm. The firm operates as a public relations company that "fixes problems" (silences scandals) for high profile…

Dear Detroit: The Michigan Republican Party really likes you. Why? Because in order to accomplish goals that they are concocting against your interests, they are making some serious bets that you are NOT going to vote this year. Unfortunately, if you choose not to vote in the…

Processing personal happiness, for many, is an increasingly difficult task to do in a world with so much negativity, sadness, and pessimism. Millions of people turn to consumerism, achievement and financial prosperity, or new intimate relationships in order to grab a hold of happiness, only to find that the new pair…

Miss Bahamas Universe 2011, Anastagia Pierre, is definitely a new "it girl." She recently caught our attention when we saw pictures of her and Prince…

In today's world, there is a lot of pressure to conform. People feel the need to conform on different levels in order to be accepted by their peers, their family, as well as other various societal constructs around them. However, when it comes to your own unique identity and personality, you should never forfeit…