Kwanzaa is a great time of the year to reflect on our history, values, and culture.
What Is Kwanzaa?
Professor Dr. Maulana Karenga created Kwanzaa in 1966 to unite African Americans as a community. The week-long holiday has seven principles that focus on building and reinforcing our communities.
Affirmations for Kwanzaa Principles
During this year’s holiday, try these daily affirmations for the seven principles of Kwanzaa to help improve your mood and reinforce a positive relationship with yourself, your family, and your community.
- Day 1: Umoja (Unity)
“I am intentional about building and maintaining healthy relationships.” - Day 2: Kujichagulia (Self Determination)
“Today I choose happy.” - Day 3: Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility)
“I am not only serving, but I am also the one being served.” - Day 4: Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics)
“I celebrate and support Black-Owned businesses. When they thrive, we thrive.” - Day 5: Nia (Purpose)
“The better I know myself, the clearer my purpose becomes.” - Day 6: Kumbaa (Creativity)
“I am a creative being, and it’s my right to create.” - Day 7: Imani (Faith)
“I choose faith.”
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