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Boost Your Brain Through Cognitive Wellness

This month is Health Literacy Month, and it couldn’t have come at a better time. I recently finished the book Keep Sharp by Dr. Sanjay Gupta, and to say it was eye-opening would be an understatement.  Before diving into Dr. Gupta’s strategies, I believe it’s important to acknowledge this alarming statistic… Nearly nine out of…

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Navigating the Changing Landscape of Sports

The sports landscape is transforming. The reach of professional athletes has grown to every spectrum of business, entertainment, and society overall. In years past, the rare superstar athlete retired into a life of continued opportunity. Today, pro athletes leverage their celebrity to participate in investment vehicles for other industries, like fashion, or use digital platforms…

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The Transformative Power of Reading

Life’s journey is filled with challenges and obstacles. I gain inspiration and motivation from a number of different sources–my personal board of directors, my family, and my faith all provide me with deep wells of support. Beyond that, reading has served as a source of guidance, knowledge, and inspiration throughout my adult life. I never…

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Why Everyone Needs a Mentor to Surpass Their Goals

Mentors are great assets in helping us reach our goals. They bring experience, wisdom, and knowledge to the table that can guide us through challenges, overcoming limitations, and achieving our goals. I think of them as our personal coach. They can also provide a sense of comfort and reassurance that no matter what, we’re not…

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G League: More than Just a Pipeline for NBA Players

It’s January and the 2022-23 NBA G League season is well underway! It is the time of the season where G League players signing to the NBA teams picks up. Congratulations to the 15 players who have earned Gatorade Call ups so far this season. In the past players like Jeremy Lin, Seth Curry, and…

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Working with Young People is the Gift that Keeps on Giving

“Young people, when informed and empowered, when they realize that what they do truly makes a difference, can indeed change the world.” Jane Goodall Working with young people is one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done. It’s an opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life and to see the impact of the…

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Abdur-Rahim

You might know me as a former NBA athlete. During my 12-year career as a pro athlete, I played for the Vancouver Grizzlies, Atlanta Hawks, Portland Trail Blazers, and Sacramento Kings. I was also a member of the U.S. Olympics Men’s Basketball Team that won gold in 2000.

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What Sports Taught Me About Health, Discipline, and Showing Up—for Life

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, but let’s be honest, this conversation should never be limited to just one month or just one group of people. For a long time, we’ve treated physical fitness like it only belongs to athletes or ...

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Keep It 100% – Where Passion Meets Purpose 

When I look back on starting Future Foundation with my wife, DeeDee, and my sister, Qaadirah, in 2001, our mission remains unchanged. We saw students with remarkable talents who simply needed consistent support and someone who believed in ...

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