"I Am Because We Are" is the mantra by which I try to live my life. The way it was explained to me is that this statement is a basic summation of African traditional beliefs.
My own personal state is directly reflective of the state of my community, of my people. The whole statement is "I am because we are. We are, therefore, I am" If we as a people are doing well, then I do well also.
I try to live this out as best I can. I teach, I work in the community so that I can share what knowledge I have gained in life with the youth. And as I teach, I also learn. The kids share language with me, they share culture and they share practical knowledge.
As I learn and grow I become a better teacher and learner.
Peace to the Peaceful
M
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