To read more, see Hotel Rwanda.
See also Black History International.
I talk about the individual vs. the group in my ebooks What They Don't Want Us to Know and The Key to Everything.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
The Courage of One Man
As I'm sure you are aware, Hotel Rwanda is the story of the courage of one man, Paul Paul Rusesabagina, who stood up as an individual at a time when group mentality threatened his life, and hundreds of thousands of people were killed. Rusesabagina saved the lives of hundreds of people during the Rwandan genocide. There are other stories of individual courage we have not yet been told.
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Black History International
This year, with the election of President Obama, we have more to celebrate than usual. Check out this article about Black History International.
It includes
President Obama is aware of the history of Kenya and how it affected his family. To read more, visit Obama's Inauguration.
Check it out: Black History International.
It includes
- Harriet Tubman
- Harriet Jacobs
- Rosa Parks
- Malcom X
President Obama is aware of the history of Kenya and how it affected his family. To read more, visit Obama's Inauguration.
Check it out: Black History International.
Thursday, February 12, 2009
Articles Wanted: Michelle Obama as a Positive Role Model
I am seeking articles on Michelle Obama. For more info, see Is Michelle Obama a Positive Role Model?
You may also be interested in:
Ebony Intuition: Michelle Obama Covers Vogue March 2009
African American Relationships Guides
You may also be interested in:
Ebony Intuition: Michelle Obama Covers Vogue March 2009
African American Relationships Guides
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Is Marriage for White People?
Personally, I don't think marriage is for a particular race, culture or group. It's for anybody who wants it. Many people see marriage as a sacred trust. I certainly do. I was brought up in the church. However, being a Buddhist challenges this. For us, marriage is not a sacrament.
To me, marriage is different from any other type of relationship. It is different from living with someone (I've done both). It is a commitment acknowledged publicly by one's friends and family.
Anyway, check out this somewhat distubing article on "Marriage Is for White People".
Clearly, marriage is a choice. It'snot something anybody has to do. I'm looking to explore this more in my forthcoming African American Relationships Guides. Please submit an article if you would like to. I want to know what you think.
To me, marriage is different from any other type of relationship. It is different from living with someone (I've done both). It is a commitment acknowledged publicly by one's friends and family.
Anyway, check out this somewhat distubing article on "Marriage Is for White People".
Clearly, marriage is a choice. It'snot something anybody has to do. I'm looking to explore this more in my forthcoming African American Relationships Guides. Please submit an article if you would like to. I want to know what you think.
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Black History Virtual Book Fair
Ella D. Curry of the Black Authors Network has launched her second annual Black History Virtual Book fair, which celebrates African American cultural heritage.
Storytellers, librarians, historians, teachers, parents and motivational speakers are invited to participate in this event, the theme of which is "Give the Gift of Knowledge".
To read more, visit: http://www.edc-creations.com/blackhistorybookfairthemes.html
Storytellers, librarians, historians, teachers, parents and motivational speakers are invited to participate in this event, the theme of which is "Give the Gift of Knowledge".
To read more, visit: http://www.edc-creations.com/blackhistorybookfairthemes.html
Today Only: Launch of Love Letter to Black People
Today - Tuesday, February 10, 2009 - is the official online book launch for the powerful new book by Brian McClellan entitled A Love Letter to Black People: Audaciously Hopeful Thoughts on Race and Success. You are invited to join the party and purchase you copy of "Love Letter" at the following URL:
http://www.readerviews.com/Launch-McClellan-index.html
What they are already saying about Love Letter
Brian has truly created a masterpiece -- meticulously researched, beautifully written, uncompromisingly insightful, and 'get-out-of-your-chair' motivating. - André Taylor, Entrepreneur and Author of You Can Still Win!
I strongly recommend this book to anyone - of any race - whether as an interesting sociological study or an inspiring handbook for success. - Kristen Galles, BookClubClassics.com A Love Letter to Black People
When you buy A Love Letter to Black People TODAY (Tuesday, February 10, 2009) by visiting the following URL (http://www.readerviews.com/Launch-McClellan-index.html), you will get it at a great discount and receive many gifts and bonuses with it such as exclusive excerpts of books from Larry Coleman, Judy Lubin, Hillary Roy and Rose Mitchell - and me. Also, your purchase will automatically enter you into a drawing to win one of 20 autographed copies of books from critically acclaimed author Gary Unger and even Brian McClellan's first book, The Real Bling. Get your bonus chapter on "Achieving Success" from my ebook What They Don't Want Us to Know.
So I strongly urge you to check it out and claim your free bonuses.
http://www.readerviews.com/Launch-McClellan-index.html
What they are already saying about Love Letter
Brian has truly created a masterpiece -- meticulously researched, beautifully written, uncompromisingly insightful, and 'get-out-of-your-chair' motivating. - André Taylor, Entrepreneur and Author of You Can Still Win!
I strongly recommend this book to anyone - of any race - whether as an interesting sociological study or an inspiring handbook for success. - Kristen Galles, BookClubClassics.com A Love Letter to Black People
When you buy A Love Letter to Black People TODAY (Tuesday, February 10, 2009) by visiting the following URL (http://www.readerviews.com/Launch-McClellan-index.html), you will get it at a great discount and receive many gifts and bonuses with it such as exclusive excerpts of books from Larry Coleman, Judy Lubin, Hillary Roy and Rose Mitchell - and me. Also, your purchase will automatically enter you into a drawing to win one of 20 autographed copies of books from critically acclaimed author Gary Unger and even Brian McClellan's first book, The Real Bling. Get your bonus chapter on "Achieving Success" from my ebook What They Don't Want Us to Know.
So I strongly urge you to check it out and claim your free bonuses.
Saturday, February 07, 2009
Elvis Costello and Smokey Robinson
Channel surfing the other day, I came across a programme in which Elvis Costello was interviewing Smokey Robinson on stage at the Apollo Theatre in Harlem. Two music legends in conversation.
It was a magical moment. Smokey told the story of when he met Ray Charles for the first time and Charles helped him out of a difficult situation. In fact, it would have been a disaster had it not been for Charles's intervention. Read all about it at Celebrating the Legend that Is Motown.
Smokey also talked about working with Marvin Gaye and how he "Marvinised" every song he sang - he made every song his own.
It was a magical moment. Smokey told the story of when he met Ray Charles for the first time and Charles helped him out of a difficult situation. In fact, it would have been a disaster had it not been for Charles's intervention. Read all about it at Celebrating the Legend that Is Motown.
Smokey also talked about working with Marvin Gaye and how he "Marvinised" every song he sang - he made every song his own.
In this Black History Month/African Heritage Month, we may be very aware of the suffering we have endured and our fight for survival. It's also important to remember and celebrate the good times.
Then I saw the end credits. And who produced this TV gem? Among others, David Furnish and Sir Elton John.
Friday, February 06, 2009
New Respect for Ainsley Harriott
I love Ready, Steady, Cook. It's a great show.
And I gained new respect for the presenter, Ainsley Harriott, yesterday after his appearance on The Wright Stuff. While professing his respect for Carol Thatcher, he also said, "people think because they [gollywogs] are cute and cuddly, it's okay to use that word. It's not on".
See also: Carol Thatcher and the Gollywog Remark. She has been sacked from one of her shows on the BBC after refusing to apologise for comparing someone's hair to that of a gollywog. She insists this was not a racist remark.
And I gained new respect for the presenter, Ainsley Harriott, yesterday after his appearance on The Wright Stuff. While professing his respect for Carol Thatcher, he also said, "people think because they [gollywogs] are cute and cuddly, it's okay to use that word. It's not on".
See also: Carol Thatcher and the Gollywog Remark. She has been sacked from one of her shows on the BBC after refusing to apologise for comparing someone's hair to that of a gollywog. She insists this was not a racist remark.
Tuesday, February 03, 2009
Carol Thatcher and the Gollywog Remark
Apparently, Carol Thatcher made a remark at work, at the BBC, comparing someone's hair to that of a gollywog. This was being discussed on The Wright Stuff this morning. Carol Thatcher is a frequent panel member on the show. Remember, this is the same show on which Henry Bonsu used to be a panel member before they got rid of him with no explanation. He talks about this in my book Black Success Stories.
The panel pretty much agreed that this is a storm in a teacup, as Thatcher's remark was made privately. Sanjeev Bhaskar is making jokes about it.
These kinds of grotesque images were widely circulated in the African colonies to reinforce negative stereotypes about African people, as the the late Len Garrison, founder of the Black Cultural Archives explains in Black Success Stories.
I don't think anyone should have to work in a workplace where these kinds of remarks are being made.
One of the key areas in which Black people were taught to have negative thoughts and feelings about ourself was around our hair. To read more about this, read The Key to Confidence and Self-Esteem. See also What They Don't Want Us to Know.
The panel pretty much agreed that this is a storm in a teacup, as Thatcher's remark was made privately. Sanjeev Bhaskar is making jokes about it.
These kinds of grotesque images were widely circulated in the African colonies to reinforce negative stereotypes about African people, as the the late Len Garrison, founder of the Black Cultural Archives explains in Black Success Stories.
I don't think anyone should have to work in a workplace where these kinds of remarks are being made.
One of the key areas in which Black people were taught to have negative thoughts and feelings about ourself was around our hair. To read more about this, read The Key to Confidence and Self-Esteem. See also What They Don't Want Us to Know.
Saturday, January 31, 2009
We Need to Heal
Once again, I find myself involved with a Black organisation in which people are sniping at each other, launching personal attacks and generally undermining one another.
As people of African heritage, we were taught to hate ourselves. That's why we often find so much conflict within Black groups and organisations. It's why there is sometimes so much distrust between African people. When you see Black people tearing each other apart, and when we engage in that kind of behaviour ourselves, this is one of the reasons. We are very wounded and we need to heal these wounds.
To read the rest of this article, visit The Key to Confidence and Self-Esteem.
As people of African heritage, we were taught to hate ourselves. That's why we often find so much conflict within Black groups and organisations. It's why there is sometimes so much distrust between African people. When you see Black people tearing each other apart, and when we engage in that kind of behaviour ourselves, this is one of the reasons. We are very wounded and we need to heal these wounds.
To read the rest of this article, visit The Key to Confidence and Self-Esteem.
Friday, January 23, 2009
Obama: The View from Brixton
Obama Signs Order to Close Guanatanamo - brilliant news to wake up to. Our new President appears to be a man of action who is starting as he means to go on.
Obama's Inauguration Day: I have added a link to a video made in Brixton, on "Obama, the new American Zeitgeist?" Please read my article and add your comments.
Obama's Inauguration Day: I have added a link to a video made in Brixton, on "Obama, the new American Zeitgeist?" Please read my article and add your comments.
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Obama's Inauguration Day Today
On Tuesday 20th January 2009, Barack Hussein Obama will be inaugurated as the 44th President of the
Inauguration parties will be held all over the world. In
Where will you be celebrating the inauguration? To read more and leave your comments, visit: Obama's Inauguration Day. See also Barack Obama: African American Success Story and Celebrating Barack Abama.
What Inspires You about Obama?
President Obama’s campaign was characterised by unity and inclusion. Similarly to Nelson Mandela, he gave a clear message that he would be President for all Americans. This followed in the tradition of Martin Luther King, who gathered support from many different segments of the American public, including poor whites, and Jesse Jackson’s Rainbow Coalition. For more on Martin Luther King’s legacy, visit Daddy B Strong’s blogs on The Gift of Dr. King and Are There Any Drum Majors in Here?
Many African American people were strongly moved and inspired by the vision of an African American President. Obama’s election was truly groundbreaking. He mobilized sections of society which are notorious for failing to vote, e.g. young Black people, who often feel marginalized and disenfranchised.
On the day we celebrate the inauguration of the first African American President of the United States, I ask: What inspires you about President Obama?
What inspires you about President Obama?
Many African American people were strongly moved and inspired by the vision of an African American President. Obama’s election was truly groundbreaking. He mobilized sections of society which are notorious for failing to vote, e.g. young Black people, who often feel marginalized and disenfranchised.
On the day we celebrate the inauguration of the first African American President of the United States, I ask: What inspires you about President Obama?
What inspires you about President Obama?
Thursday, January 08, 2009
Celebrating Barack Obama
People all over the world are still celebrating Obama's victory.
His picture is on the covers of Essence and GQ.
Ebony have devoted their entire issue to him as their first-ever "Person of the Year".
And Pride, a UK Black women's magazine, feature Barack, Michelle and their girls on the cover.
To read the rest of this article, please visit:
http://www.squidoo.com/Celebrating-Obama
Here is a list of some of my other recent Obama blogs:
Polling Day
I went to the doctor's this morning and he said, "Make sure you get it right this time. I've emailed all my American friends and told them to get it right this time." He also said, "It would have made a huge difference if Al Gore had won". And he is a white Englishman.
Happy Birthday, America!
This truly is a new day. A new dawn. On a level, I realise, I never thought I would see this in my lifetime. A Black man in the White House. Now anything is possible. Whole new possibilities have opened up. Things that were not conceivable yesterday can happen now. I felt like this when apartheid ended in South Africa and Nelson Mandela was elected. I feel it even more strongly now.
I Keep Crying – Great Post-Election Videos
Message from President Obama
It is so important for us as people of African heritage to celebrate our successes. To read my article, "Do You Think Like a Success", visit
http://www.squidoo.com/Do-You-Think-Like-a-Success
Have a great day!
His picture is on the covers of Essence and GQ.
Ebony have devoted their entire issue to him as their first-ever "Person of the Year".
And Pride, a UK Black women's magazine, feature Barack, Michelle and their girls on the cover.
To read the rest of this article, please visit:
http://www.squidoo.com/Celebrating-Obama
Here is a list of some of my other recent Obama blogs:
Polling Day
I went to the doctor's this morning and he said, "Make sure you get it right this time. I've emailed all my American friends and told them to get it right this time." He also said, "It would have made a huge difference if Al Gore had won". And he is a white Englishman.
Happy Birthday, America!
This truly is a new day. A new dawn. On a level, I realise, I never thought I would see this in my lifetime. A Black man in the White House. Now anything is possible. Whole new possibilities have opened up. Things that were not conceivable yesterday can happen now. I felt like this when apartheid ended in South Africa and Nelson Mandela was elected. I feel it even more strongly now.
I Keep Crying – Great Post-Election Videos
Message from President Obama
It is so important for us as people of African heritage to celebrate our successes. To read my article, "Do You Think Like a Success", visit
http://www.squidoo.com/Do-You-Think-Like-a-Success
Have a great day!
Financial Prosperity + Positive Changes in 2009
Happy New Year, everybody!
I've only recently gotten back from a two-week Buddhist retreat. It was brilliant. What a way to start the year. It's difficult being back home in London, however. The noise, the dirt, the aggression of the people, the stress. I wish I were back in the clean, fresh air and peaceful environment of the Welsh hills.
But enough about me.
Are you serious about improving your life in 2009? If so, you need my book, Success Strategies for Black People.
In these troubled times, we need to find new ways of achieving success, both financially and in other areas of our lives. Download a free chapter on “Achieving Success” from my ebook What They Don’t Want Us to Know at: http://tinyurl.com/96vtx5
Check out my article on Financial Prosperity at http://www.blacksuccess1.com/keytofinancialprosper.htm
I've only recently gotten back from a two-week Buddhist retreat. It was brilliant. What a way to start the year. It's difficult being back home in London, however. The noise, the dirt, the aggression of the people, the stress. I wish I were back in the clean, fresh air and peaceful environment of the Welsh hills.
But enough about me.
Are you serious about improving your life in 2009? If so, you need my book, Success Strategies for Black People.
In these troubled times, we need to find new ways of achieving success, both financially and in other areas of our lives. Download a free chapter on “Achieving Success” from my ebook What They Don’t Want Us to Know at: http://tinyurl.com/96vtx5
Check out my article on Financial Prosperity at http://www.blacksuccess1.com/keytofinancialprosper.htm
For more articles, and for ongoing advice and support, join my free Nurture Success online community at http://nurturesuccess.multiply.com/
Barack Obama: African American Success Story
Barack Obama is one of the most important African American successful role models in history.
What can people of African heritage learn from his success? How can we apply this to our own lives?
You can read the rest of this article here:
http://www.squidoo.com/Barack-Obama---African-American-Success-
Have a great day!
Friday, December 05, 2008
Positive Cultural Reinforcement for African American Parents
How do African American people shop for gifts?
Probably the same way everyone else does.
But on top of all the other considerations, African American people often want to find gifts which are culturally relevant for us and our children.
Christmas and Kwanzaa provide excellent opportunities for positive cultural reinforcement.
Click here to read the rest of this article.
Click here for my free guide to Black holiday gifts.
Probably the same way everyone else does.
But on top of all the other considerations, African American people often want to find gifts which are culturally relevant for us and our children.
Christmas and Kwanzaa provide excellent opportunities for positive cultural reinforcement.
Click here to read the rest of this article.
Click here for my free guide to Black holiday gifts.
Thursday, December 04, 2008
Barack Obama: African American Success Story
Barack Obama is one of the most important African American successful role models in history.
People all over the world are still celebrating Barack Obama's election victory. Of course, for African American people, this success has particular significance.
What can African American people learn from his success?
To read the rest of this article, click here.
People all over the world are still celebrating Barack Obama's election victory. Of course, for African American people, this success has particular significance.
What can African American people learn from his success?
To read the rest of this article, click here.
Friday, November 21, 2008
The Key to Financial Prosperity
Do you want to find the key to financial prosperity? I have written this article to help you to tap into your full potential, go way beyond your goals and realise your dreams.
Use the methods I will share with you and you can see brilliant, amazing results. Your potential is unlimited. I guarantee you are capable of going way beyond what you think you can achieve.
Check it out: http://www.blacksuccess1.com/keytofinancialprosper.htm
You will also enjoy my new, free report on 4 Steps to Getting the Job You Want:
http://www.e-junkie.com/zhana21
Use the methods I will share with you and you can see brilliant, amazing results. Your potential is unlimited. I guarantee you are capable of going way beyond what you think you can achieve.
Check it out: http://www.blacksuccess1.com/keytofinancialprosper.htm
You will also enjoy my new, free report on 4 Steps to Getting the Job You Want:
http://www.e-junkie.com/zhana21
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Love Letter to Black People
Tonight, on the Success Strategies radio show, we will be celebrating President Obama's win. What does this mean for the future of the Black community? What effects will it have on your Black-owned business?
There are no limits to what we can achieve.
My guest tonight will be Brian McClellan, author of Love Letter to Black People.
I hope you can join us at 8:00 p.m. UK time.
There are no limits to what we can achieve.
My guest tonight will be Brian McClellan, author of Love Letter to Black People.
I hope you can join us at 8:00 p.m. UK time.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I Keep Crying - Great Post-Election Videos
When I see scenes of these crowds of people celebrating Obama's victory, I cry. I can't help it. I am so emotional about this. This election result is a victory for everyone. Here in London, people keep coming up to me and congratulating me.
My fellow AfroSpear member African American Political Pundit (AAPP) made these videos of people the day after Election Day:
The status quo has been shaken to its very core.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-d4em0tHc8
First Time Voter Aged 60+
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ilpqwSGEDZ4
Young Black Voters Barack the Vote
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=RUzhcCnCW5c
Interview with a Woman Soldier
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0bYxBBEonA
Here are some more interesting videos. Like Whoopi Goldberg, and a lot of other people, I did not, in my heart of hearts, believe I would see this day in my lifetime.
The View on Obama
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=AG2SmyO4YQc&NR=1
Mobs of people in Washington, DC celebrate Obama’s Win
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=n8qcjVa_jjw&NR=1
Just goes to show that anything is possible. There are no limits to what we can achieve. Just like I'm always saying. Turns out it's true!
Check out my book Success Strategies for Black People.
My fellow AfroSpear member African American Political Pundit (AAPP) made these videos of people the day after Election Day:
The status quo has been shaken to its very core.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C-d4em0tHc8
First Time Voter Aged 60+
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ilpqwSGEDZ4
Young Black Voters Barack the Vote
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=RUzhcCnCW5c
Interview with a Woman Soldier
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w0bYxBBEonA
Here are some more interesting videos. Like Whoopi Goldberg, and a lot of other people, I did not, in my heart of hearts, believe I would see this day in my lifetime.
The View on Obama
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=AG2SmyO4YQc&NR=1
Mobs of people in Washington, DC celebrate Obama’s Win
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=n8qcjVa_jjw&NR=1
Just goes to show that anything is possible. There are no limits to what we can achieve. Just like I'm always saying. Turns out it's true!
Check out my book Success Strategies for Black People.
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