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The Celebration of Kwanzaa : Day 2 – Kujichagulia (self-determination)
Kujichagulia means self-determination. On this day you affirm your determination to create, name and define our lives for ourselves.

Kwanzaa is a week long celebration honoring African, African American heritage and culture. As African American and Pan-African holiday celebrated by millions throughout the world African community, Kwanzaa brings a cultural message which speaks to the best of what it means to be African and human in the fullest sense.
Kwanzaa celebrates what its founder called the seven principles of Kwanzaa, or Nguzo Saba (originally Nguzu Saba—the seven principles of African Heritage).
From Dec. 26 to Jan. 1, these days are dedicated to the seven principles — Nguzo Saba — focusing on African philosophy that encompasses the mutual and interactive relationship with family, community, environment and the world.
The second day of celebrating Kwanzaa is Kujichagulia (self-determination).
Kujichagulia means to define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves, and speak for ourselves.
On the second day the black candle is again lit, as well as the farthest red candle on the left.
Kujichagulia means self-determination. On this day we affirm our determination to create, name and define our lives for ourselves, instead of allowing others to do this for you.
I practice this on a daily. Each person must determine what they want to achieve, and not allow anyone or anything to stop them from achieving that goal.
This is something that will not be easy, but with perseverance, determination, and God’s love, tour goal can be reached.
Reject any self-doubt and adopt the affirmation, “I believe in myself and I will not give up.”
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