Dark-Skinned Woman: Powerful Affirmations That Helped Restore My Confidence
Dark-skinned women are the only people expected to love themselves without any external affirmations. People have always been hypocritical with their love and affirmations towards black women.
I have encountered numerous men who have described me as too pretty for a dark-skinned woman, and I was expected to take it as a compliment.
Whenever I raise this issue with my peers, the argument is the same, that dark-skinned women should love themselves and find themselves beautiful. This out of pocket comments overshadows real issues, which is colorism and how to end it.
As a dark-skinned woman, I have spoken a couple of times about colorism. We are often told that we are insecure and weak when we call colorism out. This topic is not about insecurities but about external affirmation.
I realized that getting affirmation from the outside world would be an uphill task compared to how easily it comes to light-skinned women. Hence, I surround myself with people that do not give backhanded compliments to dark-skinned women.
I have also accumulated a number of powerful affirmations that raise my confidence, worth, and beauty as a dark-skinned woman. These affirmations have helped me through hard times when I need external affirmation but get none. They have taught me to go deep into the well of self-love and affirm myself to the point that no one can convince me that I am not powerful, strong, beautiful, and worthy.
The affirmations include
1. I am happy in my own skin
2. I am a beautiful black woman
3. I attract blessings to my life
4. I am choosing happiness every day of my life
5. My body is made of joy, happiness, and love
6. I am more than enough…I am complete
7. I am proud of my culture and upbringing
8. I radiate confidence and run away from doubt
9. I surround myself with a supportive network
10. I will not let anyone dictate who I am or should be
It is essential to have a positive outlet in your life to kick off the negativity that often surrounds dark-skinned women. So use these powerful affirmations in your life daily, and do not forget to add more as you live your amazing life.
Remember that you are a beautiful dark-skinned goddess, and do not let anyone or anything tell you otherwise.
