Changing lenses of mind that orient Black women | Dr Solomon Guramatunhu | TEDxBorrowdale

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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.

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.

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."

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.