The Problems With US:
Exploring Aided Dysfunctions within the Black Community
Table of Contents
CHAPTER 1: Who WE Are
WE have to educate ourselves on our history. WE also have to condition ourselves to believe that our existence was created to be more than just slaves.
CHAPTER 2: When Dysfunction Becomes Function
WE have to work towards changing our thought patterns about ourselves and about others who identify with us, in order to change behaviors and ways of living that keeps us stagnant and aids our oppression.
CHAPTER 3: United We Stand, Divided We Fall
Continued divisiveness within our communities will forever keep us from flourishing as a unit. WE need to work towards coming together, not only during times of adversity, but also during instances that will cause and promote change to our conditions within the American society.
CHAPTER 4: Debilitated Family Dynamics
Working towards strengthening our families should always be key. The separation of the Black American family has always been detrimental and has also contributed to our continued divisiveness. It is now time to rebuild healthier and stronger families!
CHAPTER 5: Categorized, Objectified, and Monetized While Televised
WE are not objects! WE are not puppets! WE are not and were not placed on this earth to be demeaned, belittled, or only used for other's entertainment or mockery and ridicule.
CHAPTER 6: US Moving Forward
In order for us to move forward and progress, we must begin tackling the problems that continue to follow us on a daily basis. Do not be misled by the title of this book as it is not stating that African Americans/Blacks are a problem. WE are not a problem at all! WE are just dealing with a few. So let's begin dealing with those few mentioned so that we are able to flourish within a society that wants to see US fail.
Check out what others say about "The Problems With US: Exploring Aided Dysfunctions within the Black Community"
"First, I know this is going to be an amazing tool and inspiration to so many in our community. The "Who We Are" section is powerful!!!"
-D. Flemister
"Well written and phenomenally presented! The attention to detail Ishanae' has in gathering information is apparent and it is definitely something I can see being used at the University level to educate future students."
-A. Graham
"I completely agree with the author that the black community is divided. This stems from slavery and us constantly having to answer to what we considered as superior during that era. Whites taking us from our homeland and causing us to be against each other has caused a permanent impact on the African American community. We all need to stand-up and open our eyes to see what is happening right in front of us. I really enjoyed how the author discussed the way film and media have an impact on how people view themselves and the subliminal messages that are sent."
-A. Green