The world tries hard to tell us who we are, creating narratives designed to strip us of our greatness and worth. But here’s the truth—you have the right to define yourself, to tell your own story, and to believe in your own truth. That’s exactly where I stand in calling myself “Black.” But for me, it’s far deeper than skin. This isn’t about exclusion or superiority—it’s about reclaiming the vastness of Blackness beyond what history, society, and mainstream narratives have dictated. Some won’t understand this, and others may take offense—and that’s okay. If this challenges what you’ve been taught, good. I invite you to sit with it, reflect, and expand your perspective on what Blackness truly means.
When I say I’m Black, I’m not talking about color, race, ethnicity, or nationality. I’m not claiming “supremacy” over anyone. I’m talking about something much deeper—something beyond the physical, an inner knowing. Being Black is not just about melanin, roots, or where my ancestors were born or came from. It’s a universal principle, a state of being, an energy that cannot be contained. It’s a vibe—an unshakable presence, an uncontainable energy that moves through time, space, and history.
Black is the absorption of everything—every color, every experience, every vibration. It is the source, the beginning, and the foundation. It is beyond labels, beyond limitations, beyond anything society tries to define or confine. When I say I’m Black, I’m claiming my universal being-ness—an identity that is unshakable, unstoppable, and untouchable.
Blackness is resilience, adaptability, and an unbreakable force—and this is the foundation of my self-worth. I don’t need outside validation. I don’t need to prove anything. My worth is not measured by systems, opinions, or expectations—I am worthy because I exist, because I am Black, because I am everything.
And that’s not up for debate.
The Power of Black: Beyond the Physical
Society loves to categorize people. They put us in boxes, slap on labels, and create narratives about who we are supposed to be. But Blackness cannot be confined to a checkbox, a passport, or a DNA test. It is cosmic, infinite, and ever-present.
From a metaphysical perspective, Black represents the void, the origin, the womb of creation. Every great thing—every idea, every invention, every civilization—came from a place of darkness before it was brought into light. In ancient African traditions, Blackness was associated with the divine, the unknown, and the all-encompassing force of life.
When I say I am Black, I am aligning myself with this cosmic truth. I am not simply an individual born into a specific lineage. I am a citizen of the Earth, carrying a melting pot of cultures, wisdom, and experiences within me.
And because of this, my self-worth is non-negotiable. I am not waiting for someone to tell me who I am, to validate what I call myself. I am not waiting for someone to tell me I’m enough. I already am.
I don’t need permission to claim this. I have the right to self-identify; it is my birthright.
Blackness in History: A Legacy of Greatness and Self-Determination
The world often tries to erase or rewrite Black history, limiting it to oppression and struggle. But our story is so much bigger than that.
Black civilizations have shaped the world in ways that go beyond what’s taught in school. Ancient Kemet (Egypt), the Kingdom of Kush, the Mali Empire, the Moors—all of these civilizations contributed mathematics, philosophy, medicine, and spiritual wisdom to humanity. Blackness is not just about survival; it’s about creation, innovation, and leadership.
Black civilizations thrived in the Americas long before colonization. The Olmecs, Washitaw Nation, and Mound Builders shaped early societies, while Moors likely arrived pre-Columbus. Maroon societies and Palmares resisted oppression, forming self-sustaining Black nations. Blackness in the Americas is a legacy of leadership, innovation, and resilience—not just struggle.
Even when forced into the darkest circumstances—enslavement, colonization, systemic racism—Black people have continued to rise, adapt, and reshape the world. Our influence is global, undeniable, and unstoppable.
That’s the essence of Blackness. It absorbs, transforms, and redefines reality. And knowing this fuels my sense of self-worth. I come from greatness. That means I don’t have to ask for respect—I command it. I don’t have to prove my value—I am valuable by nature, by existence, by birthright.
Blackness in Spirituality: The Source of Everything
In spiritual traditions across the world, Black is often linked to the divine, the eternal, and the unknowable.
- From the vast teachings of Ancient Africa to Indigenous traditions around the world, Blackness is understood as the primordial energy—the space from which all life emerges.
- In Christianity, before God said, “Let there be light,” there was darkness—the womb of creation.
- In Hinduism, the goddess Kali, whose name means “Black,” represents destruction and rebirth, a reminder that endings are necessary for new beginnings.
- In physics, Black holes contain the most powerful energy in the universe, capable of absorbing all matter and light itself.
These teachings align with what I already know in my soul: Blackness is not the absence of light—it is the source of light. It is the power of transformation, the ability to take in everything and emerge stronger.
This is why my self-worth is unwavering. I am not waiting for someone to define my value. I am the source. I am not separate from the power of the universe—I am a part of it.
I do not seek approval, validation, or permission. I am worthy, simply because I exist.
The Freedom of Being Black: No Labels, No Limits, No Apologies
The world wants to define me. It wants to put me in categories—African, American, Caribbean, Afro-Latino, biracial, whatever. But I refuse to be boxed in.
Yes, my lineage is rich. I carry the blood of warriors, poets, healers, and revolutionaries. My DNA is woven with cultures, experiences, and histories that span the globe. But at my core, I am not bound by any single identity.
Being Black means I am free to embrace all of it and none of it at the same time.
- I am at home anywhere on this planet.
- I belong to no one and nothing except my truth.
- I am both ancient and futuristic, traditional and revolutionary.
- I absorb everything and make it my own.
That’s the power of Blackness—it cannot be defined, controlled, or limited. And because of that, my self-worth cannot be touched. No system, no government, no religion, no history can take that from me.
Blackness as Energy: An Unstoppable Force Rooted in Self-Worth
People will try to challenge what Blackness means—but Blackness is beyond debate. It is a force, an energy woven through history, art, music, culture, and spirituality. It is in hip-hop, jazz, rock, country, and the drumbeats of the ancestors. It is in the way we move, speak, create, and resist. It is in our ability to turn struggle into beauty and pain into power.
Blackness is not just who I am—it is what I am. It is how I move through the world, unapologetic and unafraid.
Embracing My Blackness: A Statement of Self-Worth, Not a Debate
When I say I’m Black, I am not looking to debate. I understand all the arguments; Black is a crayon color, Black is not connected to a land mass, Black has no legal rights, Black is meant to be derogatory, etc. Sure, on the surface all those statements are valid. But I choose to think deeper, more expansive, and universal. I choose to be empowered by Blackness and embrace it.
I am declaring my truth.
I am saying:
- I am bigger than race.
- I am beyond nationality.
- I am not confined by history—I am creating the future.
- I am worthy just as I am, without compromise.
Being Black is not a limitation—it is a limitless state of being. It means I am connected to the universe in a way that cannot be measured, explained, or contained. I absorb, transform, and redefine everything I touch. That is the essence of Blackness. That is who I am. And that is something I will never deny or apologize for.
Final Thoughts: The Power of Claiming My Blackness and My Worth
To be Black is to be everything and nothing at the same time—a paradox, a force, a state of being beyond what the world thinks it understands. It is the origin of life, the seat of wisdom, the fire of transformation. My Blackness is not just a feature of my existence—it is the core of my being, my power, my undeniable worth.
I am not just a race. I am not just an ethnicity. I am not just a nationality.
I am Black. I am infinite. I am worthy. I am unstoppable.
And no one can tell me otherwise.
Let this be a call to action: Stand in your Blackness. Own your truth. Reject the labels meant to shrink you. Reclaim your narrative. Know that you are enough—because you always have been.
The world will try to define you—but you are beyond definition. Stand in your truth. Be boundless. Be free. Be Black.