“I tell people that if you find therapy helpful, tell your friends. The only way we’re going to change the negative stereotype is for people to talk about it. A problem with mental health is that it’s not always something we see. You have it inside and you think you’re the only person with those …
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“What’s really neat about Federal Hill is that I don’t walk down the street and see a Costco, or Walmart. Those stores have a place in society, but when you take an area like this that’s historic and community-based, small businesses play a big part in the community feel.”… Federal Hill Eye Care Owner: Dr. …
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“There is a Chinese saying that my father taught me from a very young age, ‘A neighbor living nearby is better than a relative far away.’ Even though we have family to help, our neighbors have played a big role in our 25 years in business. The support of the neighborhood has been tremendous.”… Matsuri …
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“My first grooming job was at a corporate pet store. Most groomers get comfortable with the clippers first, but all I used growing up were scissors. I didn’t know it, but I learned the hardest part first; using the scissors. The pet store thought I was backward, but I could groom more dogs in less …
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“I became a homeless teenager at 16 years old. I lived in an abandoned apartment with no windows… I want folks to know that you can be a high school dropout from the inner city of East Baltimore and be successful. Nothing can stop you if you have drive and determination.” Light Street Cafe Owner: …
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“I started hanging out with my cousin when I hit seventh grade. He was an older kid who was into fashion. He let me borrow his clothes and shoes. I began feeling better about myself, and my self-esteem went through the roof. Since then I’ve really been into fashion and sneakers” 9/10 Condition Sneaker Boutique …
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“I’ve loved cooking since I was a little girl. Sami doesn’t know how to cook, but he’s a great artist. I told him, let’s work together. You do the artwork and create the atmosphere and I’ll do all the cooking. Let’s run it ourselves and make it fun.” Byblos Lebanese Cuisine Owners: Hala and Sami …
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“As sisters, we are very close and have done most things together. When we were children our father gave us a Fisher-Price play kitchen and our favorite playtime was spent there with fake food toys. We also had fun playing in our Barbie house. Our bakery kinda reminds us of that house. We used to …
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“I discovered essential oils in 1986. The power contained in plants immediately resonated with me. My interest was so piqued that I began studying essential oils and holistic medicine. I was impressed with how natural plant extracts promote health and well-being. ” The above is from Theresa Cangialosi, the owner of SoBotanical who just had …
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