This is the last day of Kwanzaa, but not the final day of learning. I hope each of you had a wonderful Karamu. Our feast was full of food that filled our bellies and knowledge that filled our wisdom to grow as a culture.
The connectivity, heritage and strength allows the principles of Kwanzaa to celebrate each day of your lives. The celebration is not only for individual households, but a culture which has lost its meaning of community.
Living life on purpose will allow you to live a fulfilled life. So often, people are not aware of their potential because of lack of knowledge and understanding of where they are from.
It's no secret that African Americans is the largest group of consumers while being classified as the minority. Unfortunately, the dollars are not spend in the African American community.
The principles of Kwanzaa is absolutely great. It allows you to grow as an individual and community. Before you can love, help and grow a community it must begin at home. What better way for you to do so than by beginning with yourself?
During this era, so many people are quick to point the finger and blame others for their lack of success. The principles of Kwanzaa are best practices that should be embedded in each of us for success.
Kwanzaa is not a religious holiday, but it is built on love and best qualities. Too often, households celebrate holidays to never teach their children the true meaning.
Don't allow this time of year to feel stressful. Never permit anyone to have so much control over your feelings that you become ill from the thought of disappointment.
Most are excited about this time of year. It's the season when questions are answered, presents are opened and wishes are granted. On the other hand, some are attempting to make ends meet by purchasing overpriced items and feasting on meals that burst their weekly grocery budget.
Reported by Bahiyah Shabazz, MBA Habari Gani? As always I’m very excited about celebrating the principles of Kwanzaa. What’s even better is that anyone can partake in the behaviors. It’s not religious, but self awareness. There are seven days: * Umoja – Unity * Kujichagulia – Self Determination * Ujima – Collective… [Read more…]
January 1, 2012
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