Tag: black men and self esteem
Black Men, Low Expectations and Embracing Mediocrity
Young black men are in a crisis and falling behind educationally, economically, emotionally and socially. Why are their expectations for themselves so low? Why is there such a willingness to settle for mediocrity instead of striving to achieve greatness head and shoulders above the crowd?
Swagga, Macho and The Streets – What Makes a Black Male a Man?
Are black men socialized to focus on swaggar, macho and street-thug behavior as their measure of manhood? What behaviors and attitudes constitute manhood to Black men? What makes a Black man a man?
Are Most Black Men Insecure With Low Self-Esteem?
LL Cool J believes Black men are insecure. Men with low self esteem blame other people (typically women), for their failures and shortcomings, refusing to take personal responsibility for their lack of action.
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