SIDE EFFECTS OF THE “STRONG INDEPENDENT BLACK WOMAN” MYTH

We’ve all heard that phrase before and probably have used it ourselves as black women at least once in our lives. Being a “Strong independent black woman” is generally and culturally seen as a qualifier to be proud of and wear as a badge almost. However, it turns out that this “superwoman schema”, as researchers call it, carries a lot more damaging consequences for us than advantages.

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BLACKNESS.

As we begin to navigate the residual winds lingering behind after Black History Month’s end, there’s no better to time resurrect all that is the magic that moves melanated people around the planet. Blackness. What exactly does that word mean to you?

I AM THAT I AM: THE TALE OF THE PHOENIX

Think of the last time you felt like you weren’t enough. Let your mind travel back to the most recent moment in time when you were convinced that you lacked something vital. When you made the realization, how did you feel?

ARE YOU TRAPPED?

This idea of being trapped has been lingering around me for some time now. I hear it mentioned more than I’d like. Thing is, I don’t feel it. Or at least not in the way it’s intended.

BECOME WHO YOU AREJanelle J.November 2, 2017BLACK MILK WOMENmotivation, black millennials, black girl magic, life is a decision, live your life, Women inspiring women, women empowering women, black women empowering, do your best, meaningful life, blog for black women, black girls who blog, goal settingComment

You are An Inspiration

Become Who You Are + Live Your Magic + She Inspires