
The Journey to Better Body Image
Periods of deep self-reflection can bring body insecurities to the forefront of the mind. It is important that you root out where these beliefs come from and reaffirm yourself and your...
The Journey to Better Body Image
Periods of deep self-reflection can bring body insecurities to the forefront of the mind. It is important that you root out where these beliefs come from and reaffirm yourself and your...
ByAlisiana Chanise Marshall
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The History of Umutsha in Zulu Culture
The Zulu are known for their beaded waist belts, called “umutsha”. They are used for decoration and adornment, and different patterns and colors often have symbolic meaning that is unique...
The History of Umutsha in Zulu Culture
The Zulu are known for their beaded waist belts, called “umutsha”. They are used for decoration and adornment, and different patterns and colors often have symbolic meaning that is unique...
ByBrianna Penermon
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SaTar’Ra Moore Troutman - Movement as Inner Chi...
Guest Blog by: SaTar’Ra Moore Troutman IG: @iamsatarra I am often enthralled watching children exist in their bodies. Children without the guidance of elders have no concern whatsoever for polite movement....
SaTar’Ra Moore Troutman - Movement as Inner Chi...
Guest Blog by: SaTar’Ra Moore Troutman IG: @iamsatarra I am often enthralled watching children exist in their bodies. Children without the guidance of elders have no concern whatsoever for polite movement....
ByBrianna Penermon
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The meaning of Waist Beads in the Hausa Culture
In traditional Hausa societies, waist beads, called Jigida in the local language, are quite common and are equally worn by both young and old women. It is not in anyway...
The meaning of Waist Beads in the Hausa Culture
In traditional Hausa societies, waist beads, called Jigida in the local language, are quite common and are equally worn by both young and old women. It is not in anyway...
ByBrianna Penermon
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Nneka Gigi - Adorn the Crown, Adorn the Body, C...
Guest Blog by: Nneka Gigi IG: @nnekagigi Peace Tribe, I am relearning how to love my body and I know you might be in this lifelong learning circle as well. It...
Nneka Gigi - Adorn the Crown, Adorn the Body, C...
Guest Blog by: Nneka Gigi IG: @nnekagigi Peace Tribe, I am relearning how to love my body and I know you might be in this lifelong learning circle as well. It...
ByBrianna Penermon
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The Significance of Waist Beads in Igbo Culture
Waist beads, known as Mgbájí in the Igbo language, are very popular among both young Igbo girls and married women. These ornaments are typically made with beads, copper, corals, stones,...
The Significance of Waist Beads in Igbo Culture
Waist beads, known as Mgbájí in the Igbo language, are very popular among both young Igbo girls and married women. These ornaments are typically made with beads, copper, corals, stones,...
ByBrianna Penermon
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