Thinking Out Loud Part 5
Self-hate is a real disease within the Black community.
Recently, someone told me Black women don’t have culture—I was livid!
I reminded him: we’re the trendsetters of the universe; life begins and ends with us. That’s why I write—for us and about us. Proud to be a phenomenal Black woman. ✍🏾
Self-hate is a complex issue that can manifest in various forms within communities, particularly stemming from a long history of oppression, societal stereotypes, and the internalization of negative beliefs about oneself.
In the context of the Black community, such feelings can lead to damaging perceptions regarding identity, cultural significance, and personal worth.
My experience illustrates a prevalent challenge: the need to defend and assert cultural identity in the face of ignorance and misconceptions.
Black women, in particular, have played a monumental role in shaping culture, influencing everything from fashion and art to social movements and activism.
Acknowledging and celebrating this rich heritage is crucial for fostering pride and solidarity within the community.
Writing emerges as a powerful avenue for expression and healing.
It provides a platform for individuals to reclaim their narratives, challenge pervasive stereotypes, and elevate voices that are often overlooked.
By sharing personal stories and experiences, you contribute to a broader conversation that encourages understanding and appreciation of Black culture and its profound impact on society.
What specific aspects of your writing do you find most empowering, and how do they resonate with your journey?
Love what you are shouting and it feels so wise and necessary and yet self love is one of the hardest aspects of life in any culture. We are trained to be beaten down, told NO you can’t do that. So our gifts become squashed. I am here with you on this journey. It’s a big and very powerful one.
I understand you completely Writing really is medicine. Every time I put my story on the page, I feel lighter and stronger.