Kwanzaa '06: Kujichagulia
Self-determination is more than just a notion, according to Sassy Redbone:
Take a moment today to think on the labels that have been flung at you. Are you reinforcing them? Are you doing it because you want to or are you scared to move outside of the box??? It is uncomfortable and it is scary to move forward.
If you are reading this please take a moment to determine yourself...
Over at Something Good, o-my-goddess weighs in:
Because so much of Kwanzaa involves cooperation and unity, self determination should be looked at as making decisions that are not only good for ourselves but good for our family and the greater community. Doesn’t this sound a lot like what we try to do here at Something Good when we focus on ways that we can minimize our waste and use less resources?
Today’s suggestion is to take a few minutes to think about how you can make sure that your own behavior reflects your care and respect for the things and people around you. Perhaps you could use this opportunity to consider quitting smoking, as it has a harmful effect on both one’s own body and the physical and emotional well-being of family and friends. Maybe you want to experiment with switching from chemical to natural cleaners in order to make a healthier home for your children and a less polluted planet for all of us. By determining your own behavior, you can have a significant impact on those who rely upon you. What a wonderful way to do Something Good.
