December 2010
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November 2010
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Fifteen things every Black American male must do...
1.Forgive self for feelings of hate and aggression. 2.Forgive the world for hurting you; granting your reasoning for pessimism and destruction. 3.Forgive women for revealing your flaws. 4.Understand that forgiveness is not license for complacency. 5.Deal with the flaws revealed by woman. 6.Face and consider the truth in every stereotype. 7.Better your community by bettering self. 8.Better your...
“Many young black men die trying to actualize the fantasy of masculinity socially...”
– - bell hooks
WatchAmazing Video! Mad style from the men of Street Etiquette. They are reinventing style for the modern man. Take note! They WILL school you!
“You cannot push anyone up the ladder unless he is willing to climb.”
– - Andrew Carnegie
Brother's Week
This week, BlackGirlShining is dedicated to Black Men. We want to encourage, and inspire our wonderful brothers. We were also fortunate to have a guest male blogger this week to help curate. We would love your feedback and please Share with the men in your life anything that inspired you!
WatchBusiness Advice from Ms. Ann’s Snack Bar. Home of the Ghetto Burger.
WatchAndrea of Swagger Paris shows us how she style’s her look. My new favorite site!
“The freedom to make mistakes provides the best environment for creativity.”
– Anonymous
WatchAre you in the STL and looking for something to do tomorrow? check Fresh PAINT! Shopping, music, the arts! -Looks like a great time. {Stoney BlackSpade Rock on lead}
“The problem with most great plans is that there is too much talking involved.”
– Anonymous
WatchCheck out Tammy McGarity Model Promo Reel
I came across this video through a friend’s a page and instantly fell in love with her promo reel. It’s so fresh and inspiring- very well done! Anddd…..She’s Natural Ya’ll! Sayyy What!!?? Absolutely Fabulous! She’s blinding me with all that SHINE! Read the excerpt she wrote for her video.
[This Promo Reel exhibits...
“Success seems to be connected with action. Successful people keep moving. They...”
– Conrad Hilton
“It’s a funny thing about life; if you refuse to accept anything but the...”
– W. Somerset Maugham
WatchWinnie- the story of Madikizela-Mandela “Winnie” and support of her husband during the South African apartheid. This movie looks intriguing. I really think Jennifer hudson is becoming a fine actress and I wouldn’t be surprised if she wins another Oscar in the future. The only thing I think is bothering me in this trailer is her makeup when she ages. The movie also stars Terrance...
“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.”
– Theodore Roosevelt
20 things Black Women need to do before they die
20. Learn a new Language and use it as often as possible.
19: Have a meal with the elderly often. Ask them all the questions you can think of about their youth and just LISTEN.
18: Go to an important event in an outfit from the Thrift store. Making something out of nothing is so rewarding and the rush of “Making it work” is pure satisfaction. Besides, store bought clothing at times...
“Develop a negative into a positive picture”
– Lauryn Hill
“When we acknowledge our errors and face up to our shortcomings, no one can use...”
– ~Iyanla
“Intellectual growth should commence at birth and cease only at death”
– Albert Einstein
Soul Sistah
Global strippah Black Sistah Into the hieght of the hype Not knowing her mental might Misused and confused Cripled by her brotha’s verbal abuse Now lost in the Game Of wealth and Fame What is your soul worth sistah? What is your soul worth sistah? Why are you putting a price on your soul sistah, Soul Sistah?! He needs you sistah You need him sistah Don’t give up sistah naw sistah
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“Make decisions from the heart and use your head to make it work out.”
– Sir Girad 