I grew up in a middle-class family in the valley of Kashmir, a beautiful but conflict-ridden area in the Northern part of India, where resources were and to this day are minimal. During my childhood, there was no internet, we had no computers, and phones...
Valentine’s day, also called St Valentine’s day, is considered to be a celebration of love, affection, and romance. There are many legends behind this Pagan celebration. One legend claims that St Valentine was a priest who served during the third century in Rome. When Emperor...
Capitol Breach: A Wake Up Call Dr. Najmun Riyaz Four years ago, Donald J. Trump got elected as the president of the United States. I noticed many of my friends who voted for him were celebrating his victory. They came from all different faiths: Christianity,...
Staying Emotionally Connected with your Spouse During COVID-19 Dr. Najmun Riyaz It has been almost a year since the beginning of the pandemic. Besides affecting our own emotional wellbeing, our jobs, our schools, our kids, it has also caused a lot of stress on our...