Kwanzaa: Celebrating The Seven Principles Of Kwanzaa

Kwanzaa is a unique African holiday that celebrates the African culture and heritage. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about your family and friends. So, what exactly is Kwanzaa? Kwanzaa is an eight-day celebration that happens every year in mid January. The celebration takes place from 26th December through to 1st January with each day marking one of the seven principles of Kwanzaa: unity, self-determination, collective responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, purposeful planning, and community. In this article, we’ll talk about what Kwanzaa actually is and how you can celebrate it with your loved ones!

Celebrate The Seven Principles Of Kwanzaa

Unity Day: 26th December On the first day of Kwanzaa, family and friends will come together to celebrate the African culture and heritage. This is also a great opportunity to get to know your loved ones better. On Unity Day, it is also customary for everyone to exchange gifts and/or dinners with each other. You can also have a special family dinner or get together to celebrate the occasion. You can also go on a cultural or food tour to learn more about the different cultures and traditions in your city. Self-Determination Day: 27th December On the second day of Kwanzaa, you can celebrate the African culture and heritage by exploring your ancestry. You can visit a local genealogy centre or research online to learn about your family heritage. You can also look into different African genealogy databases like Ancestry.com to find out more about your family tree. Cooperative Economics Day: 28th December On the third day of Kwanzaa, you can learn more about African economic systems and how they differ from what we have in the Western world. You can visit a local museum or library to learn more about African economic history and cultures. You can also visit a local African market to learn about different African cultures and cuisines. Purposeful Planning

Day: 29th December On the fourth day of Kwanzaa, you can learn more about African culture and heritage. You can visit a local museum or library to learn more about African art and architecture. You can also visit a local African market to learn about different African cultures and cuisines. Community Service and Recycling Day: 30th December On the last day of Kwanzaa, you can celebrate African culture and heritage by visiting a local park or a botanical garden to learn more about the different types of plants found in your city. You can also visit a local zoo to learn more about the different wildlife found in your city. You can also visit a local botanical garden to learn more about the different types of plants found in your city. Conclusion Kwanzaa is a unique African holiday that celebrates African culture and heritage. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about your family and friends. So, what exactly is Kwanzaa? Kwanzaa is an eight-day celebration that happens every year in mid-January. The celebration takes place from 26th December through to 1st January with each day marking one of the seven principles of Kwanzaa: unity, self-determination, collective responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, purposeful planning, and community. In this article, we’ll talk about what Kwanzaa actually is and how you can celebrate it with your loved ones!

Taking Care of your mental health.

What is mental health?

Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make healthy choices.¹ Mental health is important at every stage of life, from childhood and adolescence through adulthood.

Although the terms are often used interchangeably, poor mental health and mental illness are not the same. A person can experience poor mental health and not be diagnosed with a mental illness. Likewise, a person diagnosed with a mental illness can experience periods of physical, mental, and social well-being.

Why is mental health important for overall health?

Mental and physical health are equally important
components of overall health. For example, depression increases the risk
for many types of physical health problems, particularly long-lasting
conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Similarly, the

presence of chronic conditions can increase the risk of mental illness.

Can your mental health change over time?

Yes, it’s important to remember that a person’s
mental health can change over time, depending on many factors. When the
demands placed on a person exceed their resources and coping abilities, their
mental health could be impacted. For example, if someone is working long hours,
caring for a relative, or experiencing economic hardship, they may experience
poor mental health.

How common are mental illnesses?

Mental illnesses are among the most common health conditions in the United States.

More than 50% will be diagnosed with a mental illness or disorder at some point in their lifetime.³
1 in 5 Americans will experience a mental illness in a given year.⁴
1 in 5 children, either currently or at some point during their life, have had a seriously debilitating mental illness.
1 in 25 Americans lives with a serious mental illness, such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or major depression.

What causes mental illness?

There is no single cause for mental illness. A number of factors can contribute to the risk for mental illness, such as

Early adverse life experiences, such as trauma or a history of abuse (for example, child abuse, sexual assault, witnessing violence, etc.)
Experiences related to other ongoing (chronic) medical conditions, such as cancer or diabetes
Biological factors or chemical imbalances in the brain
Use of alcohol or drugs
Having feelings of loneliness or isolation