Black and Ugly Howev'A: Overcoming Social and Emotional Barriers in a Culture Shaped by Colorism

"You're pretty to be dark-skinned." I have always wondered what that meant. That dark-skinned women are ugly? That being pretty and dark-skinned is an exception? There are so many women all over the world that have probably heard this before and wondered the same thing. But... It is not an exception, it is all about you! Knowing who you are, loving who you are, making standards for your life, and setting boundaries are all part of what gives you power for everything that you do. I knew I was worth more and I knew that my life had meaning and purpose. That's when I began to search for my true identity by listening to my inner voice, dictating my own worth, and turning love inward. I learned how to embrace authentic power of the human spirit. I have learned to turn my inner ugly into my inner beauty, I own it, and now I want to share it with you. Everyone has a story and things that have had to overcome, but when you can claim HOWEV'A over the situation that is when you can claim your victory!