74: The Case for Confidence: My Black (Dark) Skin is Not a Sin

On a viral TikTok video @Marxbeard, former teacher, shows a clip from a study asking students to look at photos of children of different complexions and share their perspective. The findings weren't surprising yet are a reflection of how others see people with dark skin and also how people with dark skin may see themselves. This is an example of why "Confidence Restored" is more than a mantra for me, it's my life's mission. Colorism by definition means "prejudice or discrimination against individuals with a dark skin tone." While this is often used to highlight prejudice or discrimination among people of the same ethnic or racial group, it also shines a light on how racism from other groups have perpetuated this thought process throughout history.

Other topics highlighted in this episode:

• The impact colorism has had on my self-esteem
• Black Pride TikTok Clip by @Marxbeard
  • Study: White and black children biased toward lighter skin
  • Dr. Martin Luther King on black pride
• Meaning and color psychology of black and white
• Gaslight (1944 film) and gaslighting
• How we can overcome self-limiting beliefs according to the word of God regardless of race

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Scriptures Referenced  

• Psalm 139:13-14 Fearfully and wonderfully made
• Philippians 1:6 He who began a good work in you
• Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me
• Ephesians 3:12 Through faith in him may we approach God in freedom and confidence
• Hebrews 10:35-36 Do not throw away your confidence because it will be richly rewarded
• 2 Timothy 1:7 God has not given us a spirit of fear

TikTok Video Source

• Black Pride TikTok Clip by @Marxbeard Replying to @jasonkay511 #racism #blackpride #blm #colorism #kids #mlk
  • Study from Child psychologist, Margaret Beale Spencer - "Study: White and black children biased toward lighter skin" appeared on AC360 in 2010 which sought to re-create the "Doll Test" from the 1940's
  • Reply to "Why would anyone consider their colour [color] a point of pride, pride comes from achievement, your colour [color] isn't an achievement"

Note: Creator @marxbeard has permitted this video to be downloaded from TikTok (download date 10/7/2022)

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