Demetria L.'s Articles

10 Pieces of Advice for Postcollege Life

She Matters: This writer wishes someone had told her these things at her commencement.

Should I Only Date Men at My Income Level?

Ask Demetria: Just because a guy earns as much as you doesn't mean he's free of insecurities.

That Time Snoop Ran an Actual Brothel

She Matters: His pimp persona wasn't just for show. He should be ashamed, but he's not.

Does It Matter If He Calls Me His Girlfriend?

Ask Demetria: How he introduces you to friends and family does say something about your relationship.

'Dark Girls': Can We Have True Healing?

She Matters: As Bill Duke's film on colorism comes to TV, we need civil discourse on the issue.

I Sided Against Him in a Family Feud; He's Mad

Ask Demetria: When your boyfriend fights with his relatives, it's important to know your role.

Why Don't All Women Think They Can Lead?

She Matters: Even in 2013, there are some who still believe that a man can do it better.

My Husband's Too Hard on My Daughter

Ask Demetria: Giving stepparents a role in disciplining children is key to a happy blended family.

Kerry Rhodes: Gay or Straight? Who Cares?

She Matters: It's really none of our business whether a celebrity is in the closet or not.

Why Don't Men Get Brokenhearted?

Ask Demetria: You'd be surprised by how much a guy can be hurt by a bad breakup.