Changing lenses of mind that orient Black women | Dr Solomon Guramatunhu | TEDxBorrowdale
02 May 2024 (7 months ago)
Hair and Beauty Standards
- Black women spend billions of dollars annually on hair products, particularly weaves and wigs made from hair harvested from dead bodies or people who sacrifice their hair for religious reasons.
- This practice stems from a mindset that values Caucasian hair and skin over natural Black features.
- Black women have six different options for styling their hair, while other races have limited options.
- Wigs and weaves can trap sweat and cause scalp issues, while natural hair allows for better scalp hygiene.
- The speaker criticizes skin bleaching, which can lead to skin damage and skin cancers.
Self-Confidence and Self-Acceptance
- The speaker criticizes the lack of self-confidence among Black women and the negative impact of wigs and weaves on the self-esteem of Black children.
- She urges Black women to embrace their natural hair and skin, recognizing that they are the original prototype of the human race and possess unique and beautiful features.
- Educators and influential figures in the Black community should instill confidence in Black children and promote self-acceptance.
Unique Beauty and Contributions of Black Women
- Black women have naturally thick lips and full behinds, which are often sought after by other races through cosmetic procedures.
- The speaker emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and self-appreciation among black women, recognizing their unique beauty and contributions as the "mother of all races."
Economic Empowerment and Education
- Poverty is a result of a flawed mindset, particularly the tendency to value foreign goods over local resources.
- An academy is being established to educate children from an early age, focusing on computer literacy, financial literacy, creativity, blockchain technology, and knowledge of self, history, culture, and religion.