Bryant Tinker

By: Chaundra Scott

RISING COMEDIAN USING AL UGHTER TO REACH HIS DREAMS

Laughter is food for the soul and comedian, Bryant Tinker is the plug. Our recent times have forced many to pursue old hobbies and new crafts but Bryant has always been in his comedic bag. Bryant grew up as a military brat yet Louisville, KY is his hometown. As a military brat he was able to live in Germany, Alaska and North Carolina. Bryant also served in the military himself and still has government experience under his belt.

“ I think everything is funny. I have always been the funny one in all of my family and friendship circles, ” Bryant states. He is choosing to walk in his purpose by following his comedic dreams. Each new day motivates him to take it to the next level. “ I love being on stage and around my peers. It feels like my purpose, ” he adds. “My comedic influences are Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, Patrice O'Neal and Bill Burr, ” he expresses.

The pandemic caused him to shift his focus for a while. However, with outside being open again it causes more cravings for audiences to enjoy laughter again. Bryant is confident that his laughter will spark a fun-loving spirit within communities. “My comedy will let you know the truth and bring people together with our shared perspectives. Laughter is needed and it’ s what I look forward to everyday, ” he continues.

We ’ ve learned that tomorrow isn

’t promised. Laughter is important to our everyday lives as it also adds a perspective outlook. Enjoy life again with comedian Bryant Tinker. He is a man who hustle and we ’ re giving him his flowers now so all can connect with him in jokes.

Follow him online as: FB: King Tink and IG: king_tink. Stay tuned for more live shows in the DMV area at a comedy club near you. For bookings send an email to bryanttinker@yahoo.com.

Photo by Karsten Winegeart

Men Embracing Self-Care is Normal

B Y L A T R I N A C A L D W E L L

Normalizing self-care is becoming more normal for men just as much as for women. Men are making time for consistent, everyday healthy rituals, this will help keep their body and mind energized. Self-care should be viewed as a priority, when we apply normally everyday selfcare it helps with our mental and physical health as well. You allocate certain time during each day, or even the week to put your stressors on the back burner with the goal of improving your mental health.

Men enjoy relaxing and being pampered. But most men don't allow themselves to apply selfcare because of all the stigmas. Most folk view self-care as something for women. Self-care is for everyone. It is personal. It's not so much of the pampering part of self-care but it is taking care of your mental health, that is the best part of self-care. We have to change the stigmas by coming together in agreement about change. We need to start normalizing the things that we demand that need to change. We need to make our men feel like they matter because they do. Every man has a different way of practicing selfcare, but sometimes they just don’t realize when they need it. One of the keys to positive masculinity are identifying when you need a mental health break or doing some self-care. Men struggle to identify when they’re experiencing burnout due to being overwhelmed. Most men are the alpha and they carry a lot of responsibilities in the household/relationship and just in life in general.

When you’re experiencing burnout, some identifiers include having trouble getting to work/going to work, struggling with a lack of energy, or not getting enough sleep. Maybe you’re stretched too thin, or you keep saying yes to every task put in front of you. If your work is all-consuming, then you might be experiencing burnout very quickly. At any point, if these symptoms are present, then you should take some time for self-care.

SELF-CARE TIPS FOR THE EVERYDAY MAN

By: Latrina Caldwell

● Make time for yourself throughout the day if possible.

● Engage with others and have social hours.

● Embrace your health (mental & physical)

● Enjoy starting and creating new hobbies.

● Be aware so that you will recognize when you might be facing burnout.

● Get effective sleep.

● Mediate or get a massage. .