Being a black girl in America is a beautiful curse; it's both a dream and a nightmare. For so long, society has tried to tear black women down, but we are slowly finding ways to build ourselves back up, especially through social media platforms like Twitter.
From hashtags like #BlackGirlMagic, #BrownGirlBloggers, #BlackGirlsTravel, and many more, young black women everywhere are being uplifted and feeling empowered. Although these short slogans and trends may seem minuscule and unimportant, the difference they make in the black community is incredible.
Black women are the most overlooked and under-appreciated. No matter what the situation, it seems as though there's always a critic to tarnish the thoughts, words, and actions of black women.
Representation is so incredibly important, which is why I'm such a big fan of these hashtags and other movements that promote black self-love. Seeing other young women who look and live just like me while doing something incredibly inspiring is so amazing, and I hope that all young black women take advantage of the beauty and unity that comes with supporting your sisters with the simple push of a button.
When it seems like everyone is against your people, it's helpful to know that at least you're loved by those just like you. It's helpful to know that you aren't alone. It's incredible to find that you aren't the only one dealing with certain issues. It's empowering to know that someone notices your glow and appreciates your shine, and they glow and shine in similar ways. It's amazing to see other young black women doing so much with what God gave them, despite what the rest of the world may give them on a daily basis.
With so much hatred in the world, I find it incredibly important for us as young black women to lift each other up, and place each other on a pedestal for everyone to see.
I hope that every young black girl learns to adore her melanin. I hope she learns to bask in her blackness. I hope she learns to dance in her darkness. I hope she learns to love her curves and her coils, too.
Sincerely,
Another black girl...a magical one
