The third day of Kwanzaa we reflect on Ujima- Collective Work and Responsibility. This principle like the other Kwanzaa principles fit well together. The first principle Umoja (Unity) is togetherness. The second principle Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) is the ability to stay focused. The third principle Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility) emphasizes community working together as well as holding…
If there were ever a principle that should be reflected on after a holiday that has been commercialized it should be Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics). While we live in a global society and our world is centered around international trade, there is something to be said about supporting local business owners and keeping fiscal resources in the community….
The second day of Kwanzaa we reflect on the principle of Kujichagulia (Self-Determination). Determination means clarity or firmness of purpose. If we are going to accomplish a goal we need determination. Determined also says that we must have faith, because to be determined we literally have to lean on a power that is greater than…