PinnedSalem AfangidehMarriage is not an accomplishment but vulnerability and openness to intimacy is.In the past week it has made my heart happy to see responses written about this cultural burden we put on women to get chosen. Not only do…Jan 28, 2018Jan 28, 2018
Salem AfangidehOn Ageism and being a Black (& African) Girl GeniusI turned 28 a little over a week ago! I’ve often been hesitant to talk about birthdays publicly because ageism.Nov 22, 2022Nov 22, 2022
Salem AfangidehIntegrating the multiple identities of an immigrant.It’s crazy how to survive as a 13 year old when I emigrated to the US, I had to erase so much of my Nigerian life:Apr 8, 2019Apr 8, 2019
Salem AfangidehClosing The TabThis is a self care practice that started as an inside joke between my mom and I.May 15, 2018May 15, 2018
Salem AfangidehEmbodying Bravery: A new way of being brave.Once upon a time, bravery meant ignoring fear.Mar 21, 2018Mar 21, 2018
Salem AfangidehFor when you feel really average and regularFrom the depths of the regular The Truth is born; No one is a regularMar 9, 2018Mar 9, 2018
Salem AfangidehOn Women’s BodiesI often ask that my Heaven be a place where I can walk around in public shirtless without being subjected to any kind of uncomfortable…Mar 3, 2018Mar 3, 2018
Salem AfangidehMy hope for every black person watching Black Panther this weekMay you begin to dream up worlds where you are free, safe, and powerful beyond measure.Feb 12, 2018Feb 12, 2018
Salem AfangidehEmotionally Unavailable for Valentine’s Day — AN alternative for the Non partnered.Friend: What are your plans for Valentine’s Day? Me: “Well, I plan to be emotionally unavailable”Feb 6, 2018Feb 6, 2018
Salem Afangideh2018: The Year of Less Self Improvement & More LivingWe began 2018 exactly four weeks ago today and my intention for the year was to stop tinkering with myself and be more focused on showing…Jan 29, 20181Jan 29, 20181