Favorite Quotes

“If growing up is painful for the Southern Black girl, being aware of her displacement is the rust on the razor that threatens the throat. It is an unnecessary insult.”

"Be the change you wish to see in the world."

“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”

"...I am convinced that life is 10% what happens to me and 90% how I react to it. And so it is with you; we are in charge of our attitudes."

“There is nothing more rare, nor more beautiful, than a woman being unapologetically herself; comfortable in her perfect imperfection. To me, that is the true essence of beauty.”

“Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance.”

Tuesday, November 7, 2017

Kaleidoscope

They all look the same, and everybody agrees that they "slay." Lately she's been comparing herself to They and trying to find them in her style, body, and face. Popular culture is not inclusive; it champions monochromatic standards of beauty. She's young, impressionable, and vulnerable to what They think. We prioritized acceptance and neglected self-esteem. We taught her that pretty privilege was all that mattered, so when They came for her, her self-image shattered. She gave in. Conformity cautioned "Follow the trends," and peer pressure celebrated yet another win...

Those flaws add humanity to your divine soul. Though it seems beyond your control, you are empowered with no. Don't force yourself in to any cookie-cutter mold. Self-love gives you the best glow, and you wear confidence better than name brand clothes. Be you; beauty will always be kaleidoscope.