The manipulation of language to alter meaning is, possibly, the most efficient of techniques ever developed to control people, their minds, their lives and their culture.
Regeneration, the restoration of truth, natural order and a spiritual way of life requires that we take responsibility for all that affects our lives and communities. We regain control through understanding the connections between
Discussions on labeling terms such as Negro, Coloured, Black British, African American, Francophone, Anglophone etc are only the first steps towards ending the controlling influence which European languages and word manipulation have on the psyche of African people.
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Learning more about the historical, social and political context of words as they are applied to us by oppresive systems.
Observing their effects in our communities and all their negative associations we must ask did such expressions grow naturally out of our own perceptions of our idenities communities or has the expression been helped along by the Media? More to the point what effect does this idea have on young people.
Realising that words, generally, are an attempt to express persons' or some group's conceived or hoped for reality.
Knowing that spoken words have the ability to create a false sense of reality, which can influence thought and action.
Recognising that written words have the capacity to establish in unwary minds an acceptance and belief in false states of being and becoming
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Taking personal responsibility for seeing through to the underlying meaning and effects of language.
Choosing and using words which are factually true and regenerative.
Researching concepts and finding words that resonate with our true identity.
Selecting and using appropriate words ( whether of a European language or not ) which express the concepts that recognise and value our cultures and identities.
Consciously being aware of words and phrases we must remove from our communications.
Confidently using the power of the spoken and written word to bring harmony, justice and order back into the world.
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Returning our spirits to rest and meditate in the sound of the silences beyond the manifestation of all words and all appearances of power.
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