The need for self-esteem never goes away. Without self-esteem people begin to lose their sense of agency. With visionary insight, hooks exposes the underlying reality that it has been difficult-if not impossible-for our nation to create a culture that promotes and sustains healthy self-esteem. Why do so many African-Americans-whether privileged or poor, urban or suburban, young or old-live in a state of chronic anxiety, fear, and shame? Rock My Soul: Black People and Self-Esteem breaks through collective denial and dares to tell this truth-that crippling low self-esteem has reached epidemic proportions in our lives and in our diverse communities. “Each offering from bell hooks is a major event, as she has so much to give us.” -Maya Angelou From the late feminist icon and New York Times bestselling author of All About Love, an in-depth look at one of the most critical issues facing African Americans: a collective wounded self-esteem that has prevailed from slavery to the present day.
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