Decolonizing the Curriculum: Unveiling Black British History
A brief and comprehensive overview of the book What Your School Will Never Teach You: Decolonizing the Curriculum by Dr. Marie Charles, which explores the indigenous Black populations of southern Britain and uncovers the Black British origins of historical figures like Alfred the Great and William the Conqueror.
Origins of the Magical “Exceptional” Negro Concept
I haven’t yet seen this movie. Still, I remember seeing the trailer in the theater and saying to myself, “Oh shit, here we go again!” In a recent interview with David Allen Grier on the Breakfast Club, he mentioned his latest movie project, The American Society of Magical Negroes Movie 2024. (Power, 2024)
Illuminating the Shadows: Confronting the Legacy of Racial Trauma and the Path to Healing
In the darkest recesses of American history lies the haunting specter of KKK gatherings, colloquially termed as ‘lynching picnics.’ These grotesque displays of violence served as a fulcrum for white supremacist indoctrination and community bonding over acts of terror. Such events were meticulously designed to entrench the mythos of white superiority within the public consciousness, thereby exacerbating the chasm of racial disparities. The casual nature with which these atrocities were committed – often in broad daylight and with the tacit or overt approval of local authorities – underscores a pernicious legacy of sanctioned brutality against the African American community.
ChatBlackGPT: The Danger Of Diversity Chatbots
By Rev. Dr. Philippe SHOCK Matthews I signed up for a webinar and joined Aerodei that purported they would have an engaging discussion on the intersection of race and technology in honor of Black History Month. Erin Reddick, the founder of ChatBlackGPT, was to explore the reasons behind asserting that Artificial Intelligence is not racist […]
The Mental Toll of White Supremacy: Understanding Racial Trauma in the Black Community
By Rev. Dr. Philippe SHOCK Matthews This article explores how white supremacy and systemic racism create trauma in Black people, leading to mental health disparities and barriers to seeking treatment, as well as coping mechanisms and healing strategies. Overview of Racial Trauma and Systemic Racism Racial trauma, also known as race-based traumatic stress (RBTS), refers […]
Introducing BlackTraumaGPT: A Culturally Sensitive AI Focused on Black Trauma
BlackTraumaGPT.com offers insights and perspectives rooted in Africana phenomenology and the origins of Black, African, and African American trauma in the diaspora with a deep, culturally sensitive understanding of the MAAFA (The Black Holocaust). Considering their cultural awareness, it prioritizes a culturally sensitive and respectful approach to topics relevant to healing Black Trauma. BlackTraumaGPT.com provides […]
Amma Nommo
“Amma nommo” is a phrase from the Dogon people of Mali in West Africa. It is often used in their religious and spiritual beliefs. “Amma” is the supreme creator or god in Dogon cosmology, and “nommo” refers to the ancestral spirits or mythical beings believed to have been created by Amma. The Dogon people have […]
Unveiling Subtle Indicators of Psychopathy: A Reflective Guide to Self-Awareness
Psychopathy, a term that elicits curiosity and fear in equal measure, is a complex phenomenon that can have a profound impact on the lives of those affected. In psychological wellness, it is crucial to recognize and understand the various emotional and behavioral challenges that individuals may encounter. One such challenge is the concept of psychopathy, […]
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The 3rd Frequency Phenomenon: Reverse White Fragility Syndrome
By Rev. Philippe SHOCK Matthews, B.Msc. If white fragility is the racial stress 2nd frequency people feel when a racial threat is present, the reversal of white fragility is when 3rd frequency Black people feel threatened when their white, 2nd frequency masters are no longer in control of them. Because the 3rd frequency and 4th […]