Alfre Woodard on Crooklyn (1994) for R29:
“To my knowledge, we hadn’t seen a Black family that was just presented as we are in life, as human beings,” Woodard said. “I get told in Belgium by white Belgians ‘I love Crooklyn, it reminds me of growing up.’ Which is what happens when you tell a story from a specific point of view, you don’t have to mention race. You didn’t get up this morning like ‘I’m a black woman that wants a cup of coffee.’ You just want a cup of coffee. It was us as we are. Just us being fabulous, complex, funny, delightful, and making ends meet. And seeing, even within that story, that we’re not monolithic...The specificity is what makes it universal. Diversity is not the point; showing reality is the point.”
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Words of Encouragement:
Having the urge to progress and improve yourself is evidence that taking care of yourself and nurturing self-love is having a positive impact on your life.
You are the greatest project you will ever work on ✨
KEEP IT UP LADIES !
— The Black Feminine Society 💋
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But first: Self Care ᥫ᭡
Feed your body with the correct calories and nutrients to the best of your ability, every day.
Feed your mind with words and poetry and knowledge, books, puzzles, jigsaw, crossword. Be curious, ask questions.
Feed your heart with self love and forgiveness and GRACE for your past self.
Feed your soul with wonder, adventure, naiveté. It's silly and cliché, but dance in the rain. Go on a swing. Hike, run, climb.
Buy yourself flowers, treat yourself with jewellery. Do your 11 step skin care, 30 min yoga, meal prep, 6 hour slumber, notebooking and manifestations.
And lastly, feed others. Your time, knowledge, love, and existence, are priceless and unique. Fill your cup first and the rest will spill into others.
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Don't let life harden you
Remain happy
Remain grateful
Remain positive
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