Kujichagulia : Self-Determination

HAPPY KWANZAA!

Today's principle is Kujichagulia which means self-determination; define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves and speak for ourselves. 

This was the perfect way to wake up this morning, a powerful statement to consider throughout the day. My day started with this and I immediately was encouraged to get moving, clear my space, get organized, work on Voices In Color college campaign, work on school stuff and then I got a text from a friend asking if I was available to hang out. Without hesitation I invited them over because face-to-face dialogues seem rare these days! Everything is online so inviting them to my home to just chat and chill was very much welcomed. 

I still had that excitement of this statement so I shared with them and we had this great in depth conversation about life and our life's history which was very nice. I love learning about people. We even shared our personal goals for 2014. Not a resolution so much but fundamental changes we want to create for ourselves to ensure our happiness. 

So now that I'm sitting by myself again (after a long peaceful nap) I sit thinking of my own self-determination. What does it all mean for me? Here's the answer that came to me....

Define ourselves: I am a one-of-a-kind, loving, spiritual, laughing, sensitive, intelligent, beautiful bare-foot goddess with a seeking spirit. 

Name ourselves: Kiki the Love Child (I am always about love and I am proud of the name I have used in my 33 years)

Create for ourselves: Today I will work on the Voices In Color college campaign. I am dedicated this community space!

Speak for ourselves: This blog is my voice, the piece will also be my voice telling my own story and also encouraging women to do the same. 

I encourage you to take a moment and think about this principle and make it your own. 

Peace!

Kiki the Love Child