I'm a Man Who Happens To Be Black
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As a race, we can no longer blame or hold the entire Caucasian race of today, responsible for what their parents and grandparents did to our parents and grandparents because they had absolutely nothing to do with it.
As a race, many of us continue to live in mental bondage because we continue to live in our past. As a result, we continue to contribute to many of our children's downfalls and failures in life. Many of our children's minds have become contaminated and corrupt due to the mentality, thought process and mindset of the parents. Oftentimes, we as parents stand behind and support our children in their wrong doing, misbehavior and lack of discipline even when we know for a fact that our children are in the wrong. By doing this, we basically condone their lack of discipline and misbehavior, so therefore, our children grow up thinking that they don't have to respect anyone or take responsibility for their own actions. The end result is, our children continue to become another statistic.
As a race, many of us must get out of this poverty mentality and realize that speaking proper english, being articulate, getting an education and becoming successful has nothing to do with trying to act white or be white. The reality is, success is not limited to one race but open to all races.
"I'm a Man Who Happens To Be Black" is a book that opens discussion regarding the values and principles embraced by many African-American adults and youth. Mr. Bolden openly states that the rejections of positive mainstream values, such as proper speech, behavior and dress, has derailed many African-Americans efforts to acquire and maintain the economic, educational, personal and social strides other cultures gain through acceptance of mainstream values.
"I'm a Man Who Happens To Be Black" is a book that is destined to change the way many youth and adults, particularly African-Americans, view their ability to become successful. The book assists youth and adults with embracing socially acceptable principles, behaviors and ideas without losing their cultural identity or feeling that they have to betray their race if they choose to model mainstream behaviors. The book also tells youth and adults that it's time to "pull up your saggin' pants", set goals for your future and stop buying into concepts, products and behaviors that have alienated, incarcerated and derailed the success of many African-Americans, particularly males.
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"I'm a Man Who Happens To Be Black" written by Brian Bolden, says it all. This is one of the most extraordinary books that every man, woman and child of every race must read. It is guaranteed to change the lives of men, women and children of all races, cultures and environments.
As a race, so many African-Americans are continuing to fall by the wayside by the thousands because of their mentality, thought process and mind-set. The book addresses the mentality of African-American men who view themselves negatively as black men and nigga's as opposed to those who view themselves positively as men who just happen to be black.
"I'm a Man Who Happens To Be Black" deals with African-American men who continue to struggle with their identity because of their past, lack of knowledge, lack of education, and refusal to expose themselves to diverse cultures and environments.
"I'm a Man Who Happens To Be Black" motivates youth to embrace self-pride, self-respect, and self-determination. The book encourages youth to "pull up your saggin pants" set goals for the future and stop embracing negative concepts that result in alienation, incarceration and derailment of their success.
"I'm a Man Who Happens To Be Black" empowers youth to reach their dreams, achieve success, and become an integral part of society.
"I'm a Man Who Happens To Be Black" encourages youth to embrace positive mainstream principles as a foundation for success. The book clearly explains why speaking proper English, being professional, dressing for success and being articulate has nothing to do with betraying their race or acting white.
"I'm a Man Who Happens To Be Black" is a book that is destined to change negative perceptions of African-American males while touching the lives and hearts of millions of people.
About the Author
Brian Bolden was born and raised in Killeen, Texas and graduated from Killeen high school. After graduating high school he attended Lamar University on a basketball scholarship. Four years later he graduated from Lamar University with a degree in communication. It was then he realized his call and purpose in life is helping others. After realizing he also had a call from a higher power, he announced his call to the ministry. Brian Bolden is a dedicated man of God, motivator, mentor and role model who has stepped up to the plate and dedicated his life to positively empowering youth to make choices that guarantee their success. Mr. Bolden's mission is focused on reaching out to disenfranchised youth, particularly African-American youth, and educating them on how to become productive, successful and valued members of society. Mr. Bolden's humanitarian spirit is evident in his sincere compassion to improve the lives of all people, especially young African-American men, who desperately need to embrace the concept of living as productive men, who happen to be black. Mr. Bolden's deep religious conviction that "all men were created equally by God" fuels his mission and facilitates his ability to successfully interact with people from all walks of life. Mr. Bolden spends his spare time mentoring youth and giving speeches designed to inspire them to make positive choices and choose success as an option for their future. Mr. Bolden loves nature, especially when absorbing scenic landscapes while riding motorcycles and horseback riding. Mr. Bolden also enjoys relaxing at his lakefront home and spending time with his family, when not engaged in the fiduciary responsibilities of his profession. Mr. Bolden now resides in Houston, Texas. He is a successful businessman and well-respected in the community.