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Pamela M. McBride


Pamela M. McBride is an award-winning freelance writer with hundreds of published articles on career management, leadership development, Diversity & Inclusion, military life, health and wellness, culture, and lifestyle topics. Her work has appeared in Essence Magazine, Black Enterprise Magazine, Upscale Magazine, Military Families Magazine, and Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps Times. Pamela co-authored The Mocha Manual to Military Life: A Savvy Guide for Wives, Girlfriends and Female Service Members and Work It Girl: The Black Woman’s Guide to Professional Success. She is an honoree at the 2025 Black Authors Festival and serves on the Armed Services Arts Partnership Alumni Board. Learn more at PamelaMcBrideOnline.com.
Pamela M. McBride's Articles
‘You eat too much’ and ‘you’ve got herpes’ are ways ill-informed doctors have misdiagnosed Black women's symptoms. Plus: 5 ways to access better care.
, July 30, 2025
Feeling isolated, like you don't belong? You are not alone! Two thirds of Black adults are lonely. Here's what you can do about it.
, January 30, 2025
This little item never fails to reduce my stress, help me remember names, and make me happier, so I won’t leave home without one.
, September 4, 2024
I’m getting 35,000+ pictures and videos off my phone and into my life where I can enjoy the milestones, memories, and special moments.
, June 26, 2024
This weekend, try ditching technology to enjoy life’s simple pleasures. I’m definitely cool with being old school.
, December 6, 2023
With dopamine dressing, you can spark a fun mood for work or the weekend. Shop sales and your closet for a budget-friendly boost that doesn’t break the bank.
, August 31, 2023
Mantras not your thing? All you need is an open mind and an activity that helps quiet it.
, April 21, 2023
As kids, sibs can be built-in best friends. Once they’re grown and flown, that can change. Learn habits that may help build happier, stronger bonds.
, March 31, 2023
‘By the time I grabbed the phone, there was only a loud buzz, a line full of static and then nothing until my guttural scream pierced the air. … I needed to hear his voice.’
, November 4, 2022
Unfortunately, people too often disrespect Black women. Four female leaders and coaches share how to stand tall, set boundaries and school the offenders.
, September 23, 2022