How do you identify yourself? And why does it matter? This is an interesting article Black, African-American...What Do You Call Yourself? Read through it and the links embedded and see how people feel. But, why is it significant to have an identity at all? It adds to your esteem. Here is a quote from the above article: “Today, many use the terms “Black” and “African American” interchangeably when talking about anyone with African ancestry and roots in the United States. Still, each term can cause conflict. Many argue that the term “black” encompasses a pan-African identity that includes Caribbean peoples. Others prefer “African American” [in America] because they feel “black” categories them. . .by skin color alone, ignoring history and culture.”
Claiming who you are to others leaves little ambiguity in your mind and being, of who you are. This acceptance and declaration of yourself can solidify what you do, how you behave, what you purchase, where you go, and what you want to explore in your culture. So, do you identify yourself?
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Claiming who you are to others leaves little ambiguity in your mind and being, of who you are. This acceptance and declaration of yourself can solidify what you do, how you behave, what you purchase, where you go, and what you want to explore in your culture. So, do you identify yourself?
Click on the contact link under 'More' and tell us know, and if you identify yourself.