Our favorite naturals in the ’90s helped to shape who we are today. They were role models, fashion inspirations and constant reminders of our #BlackGirlMagic. Here are 51 things that our favorite naturalistas taught us that we’re oh-so-grateful for.
1. When to tell the truth
2. Simultaneously, when to hold your tongue
3. That peer pressure is all around you
4. And not to fall for it
5. That people will judge you based off of your looks
6. But style and personality are just that — personal.
7. And they get better with time
8. That rapping isn’t just for the boys (Peep MC Lyte in the Background)
9. And neither is dancing
10. That these men will be threatened by your strength
11. But the only person whose opinion matters is yours
12. And no dream is too big
13. How to stand up for yourself
14. How to prioritize a well-rounded life
15. How to address someone touching your hair (No matter how fine they are)
16. How to pray
17. How to defy gravity #afrogoals
18. How to have ownership over your sexuality
19. How to address negative natural hair comments
20. And how to DEMAND respect
21. That love can be found anywhere and in anyone
22. And we are here for love in any kind of way.
23. Especially SELF-LOVE
Say it again!
24. That curl power defines girl power
25. That sisterhood is LOVE
26. And we all need sisterhood at some point.
27. To not only think critically
28. But to live critically
29. And to be self-aware
30. But self-awareness and self-love will still take time.
31. How to pack
32. How to throw and evade the shade
33. How to be trill
34. How to be smooth
35. And know that you can be both at the same damn time
36. Because you aren’t one dimensional
37. That people will disrespect you
38. And to never forget it
39. That sometimes your love interest might call back
40. But sometimes you would have been better off without them
41. So don’t fall for anyone’s games
42. Because actions speak louder than words
43. That becoming an adult is hard
44. And you will make mistakes
45. And you will disappoint yourself
46. And sometimes you’ll feel like giving up
47. But find your peace of mind
48. Tell your insecurities where to go
49. Find your light.
50. And be you your own hype woman.
51. Because you always got you, QUEEN.
Girl, you said that.
