"Education"
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Education means many things: success, knowledge, and the one that probably everyone can relate to- DEBT!
However, education means a lot more to me. Maybe, it is because I am a Young Man of Color. Possibly it is the fact that with education, I can better myself at further being a positive role model/example. Whatever, it is; I place education close to my heart. I not going to go into the emotional and personal details, but I am going to explain what it means for Me as a Young African-American Male.
(1) Education and knowledge has opened my mind personally to what exactly is out there in the world. Education can take you many miles away mentally (story books and books about space) and physically (studying at big universities and studying aboard). Further, education can take you further in possibly the most significant area: Your mind.
Since a little kid, I have always been inquisitive. However, with the help of education; even at a Young Age I began to understand why birds fly. Why bears hibernate. Further, even behind a youthful mind of discovery; education has truly made me smarter. I have been able to understand life more clearer, be more confident because of knowledge, and I become the Young Man I am today. With education, I would not be able to articulate what I am saying right now. As a Young Black Male education to me is one of the most precious things to have. With education, it can without a doubt change a lot of obstacles and situations around.
However, unfortunately because of lack of government funds (the why in which schools receive funds from the government which is bias and discriminative), life outside of school, and other major priorities or temptations; many of My Brother are robbed of the chance to have a fair/decent education.
(2) No one can take education away from Me/Us.
What I mean by this is, because of the character and physical assassination of Black Males: African-American Males are viewed as ignorant or violent animals. However, with a education I can actively fighting the stereotype and fight for justice. Further, with education I have to be respected.
It reminds me of when Richard Sherman came on ESPN First Take and said "You have to address me as (Blank)." Although, Richard meant this in a football and non-related way; I think about this when it comes to education. No matter what you try to say about me, you have to state that I indeed did receive a education and your traps/stereotypes mean nothing to me.
Education shows a personal accomplishment and success that lasts forever. Possibly, even greater than this (because I could care less about Fox News lies) is the power educations give African-American Males (A group that society tries to make powerless or even greater: LIFE-LESS).
Last, educations means: (3) Tool for success.
What I mean by this. Is education is the key to be success in every step of our lives (rather street or book smarts). But, particularly education will help Us to achieve the goals that we want to accomplish. The Great Minister Malcolm X said "Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today."
Therefore, in many ways only education (only behind GOD and Family) can help Us make Our Dreams a reality.
In closing, what does education means to me?
It means a lot. It has came in handy and as I continue to live life; it will come in handy many more times. Education has enable me to be part of the man I am today. Education can never erase the obstacles, stereotypes, and/or pressures of being a Young Male of Color. However, it does help to have every tool accessible in the journey to Manhood.
Post featured on Criticl.me
Education means many things: success, knowledge, and the one that probably everyone can relate to- DEBT!
However, education means a lot more to me. Maybe, it is because I am a Young Man of Color. Possibly it is the fact that with education, I can better myself at further being a positive role model/example. Whatever, it is; I place education close to my heart. I not going to go into the emotional and personal details, but I am going to explain what it means for Me as a Young African-American Male.
(1) Education and knowledge has opened my mind personally to what exactly is out there in the world. Education can take you many miles away mentally (story books and books about space) and physically (studying at big universities and studying aboard). Further, education can take you further in possibly the most significant area: Your mind.
Since a little kid, I have always been inquisitive. However, with the help of education; even at a Young Age I began to understand why birds fly. Why bears hibernate. Further, even behind a youthful mind of discovery; education has truly made me smarter. I have been able to understand life more clearer, be more confident because of knowledge, and I become the Young Man I am today. With education, I would not be able to articulate what I am saying right now. As a Young Black Male education to me is one of the most precious things to have. With education, it can without a doubt change a lot of obstacles and situations around.
However, unfortunately because of lack of government funds (the why in which schools receive funds from the government which is bias and discriminative), life outside of school, and other major priorities or temptations; many of My Brother are robbed of the chance to have a fair/decent education.
(2) No one can take education away from Me/Us.
What I mean by this is, because of the character and physical assassination of Black Males: African-American Males are viewed as ignorant or violent animals. However, with a education I can actively fighting the stereotype and fight for justice. Further, with education I have to be respected.
It reminds me of when Richard Sherman came on ESPN First Take and said "You have to address me as (Blank)." Although, Richard meant this in a football and non-related way; I think about this when it comes to education. No matter what you try to say about me, you have to state that I indeed did receive a education and your traps/stereotypes mean nothing to me.
Education shows a personal accomplishment and success that lasts forever. Possibly, even greater than this (because I could care less about Fox News lies) is the power educations give African-American Males (A group that society tries to make powerless or even greater: LIFE-LESS).
Last, educations means: (3) Tool for success.
What I mean by this. Is education is the key to be success in every step of our lives (rather street or book smarts). But, particularly education will help Us to achieve the goals that we want to accomplish. The Great Minister Malcolm X said "Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today."
Therefore, in many ways only education (only behind GOD and Family) can help Us make Our Dreams a reality.
In closing, what does education means to me?
It means a lot. It has came in handy and as I continue to live life; it will come in handy many more times. Education has enable me to be part of the man I am today. Education can never erase the obstacles, stereotypes, and/or pressures of being a Young Male of Color. However, it does help to have every tool accessible in the journey to Manhood.
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