Don’t Rush the Ring
A ring is just a symbol of what can be a very beautiful union when it’s done right. But when it’s done wrong, or done in a rush or under pressure, it can be a very ugly and painful situation with long-lasting consequences.
Entries by Summer Owens
20 Years Later. So much more than I ever expected.
When I entered my senior year of high school in 1996, I couldn’t wait for it to be over. Not because I didn’t like school or people there because my school, Jackson Central-Merry, was amazing. We were award-winners and record-setters both academically and athletically. From CNN Contributor Van Jones to NFL players Al Wilson and Artis Hicks (who […]
What Happened When I Told It
When I started writing my first book, Life After Birth: A Memoir of Survival and Success as a Teenage Mother, I just wanted to tell my story. Mainly, I wanted to encourage every teen mother not to give up herself, not to quit high school, and show her that she could have everything she could […]
How My Life Became a College Course
When I walked onto the campus of the University of Memphis as a freshman and mother of a two-year-old in 1997. The last thing I ever imagined was that I would one day be a professor on that same campus. When I chose business as my degree the next year, I never thought I would […]
Me in Joplin was No Accident and No Coincidence
As with every invitation I receive to speak, I am honored and excited. I love sharing my story because I have been so blessed to see audiences light up when I share it. And it feels amazing to see people line up to talk to me afterwards. My trip to Joplin was no different, but […]
Summer School- Class 6: Get Bold
For the last three weeks, I have held Summer School, a short series with tips to help us make the most of our summer “break”. Wrapping up the series with Class 6, I want you to… Get Bold: Build Your Confidence and Make It Happen. It’s time to stop hiding behind fear and excuses and take a […]
Summer School- Class 5: Unhide and Go Seek
Three weeks ago, I started a short series with a few tips to help us make the most of our summer “break”. This summer, this Summer will hold Summer School with a focus on using this season to keep moving forward. The other day was Life check: Are you living your dreams or just living? Are you […]
Summer School- Class 4: Life Check
Two weeks ago, I started a short series with a few tips to help us make the most of our summer “break”. This summer, this Summer will hold Summer School with a focus on using this season to keep moving forward. I last suggested The Purge: Get rid of things, thoughts, and people who bring you down […]
Summer School- Class 3: The Purge
Two weeks ago, I started a short series with a few tips to help us make the most of our summer “break”. This summer, this Summer will hold Summer School with a focus on using this season to keep moving forward. Last week, I focused on the Mid-year Reset: Getting your goals back on track. Today is…. The […]
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