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Why I Don’t Need a Man to Complete Me

Since I was 17, countless boys and men have asked for my hand in marriage, but my father denied them all. Now, as an adult, after finishing school and building my life, I realize I was never interested in relationships the way most people are. Why? Because my father raised me to be self-sufficient. He taught me everything I need to survive and thrive, so what exactly would a man bring to the table that I don’t already have?

Independence Was Instilled in Me Early

My dad left big shoes to fill. He raised me to be independent, self-reliant, and highly skilled. He didn’t raise me as a delicate daughter—he raised me like a son, with strict discipline and high expectations. And because I obeyed him, I followed his lead.

I can cook. I can fix things. I can change my own tires. I learned mechanical work just by watching my brother. I’ve been providing for myself for years. So, I ask again, what does a man offer me?

Safety? I don’t put myself in dangerous situations. I don’t club or engage in reckless behavior. I was raised better than that.

Kids? I don’t want them. Sure, I have nieces and nephews, but they’re grown now. I’d rather have dogs; they’re loyal and will stick by me until the end.

Money? I have my own.

A house? I can get one myself.

I don’t need millions or billions. I’m a village girl at heart. I wasn’t raised with a Western or European mindset, so material wealth doesn’t impress me. Honestly, it’s my dad’s fault for over-teaching me. Growing up during wartime, I didn’t have the luxury of being a carefree kid. I matured fast. My father raised all his daughters the same way he raised his sons—with strict, military-style discipline.

Society’s Lies About Women Needing Men

Society pushes the idea that women need a man to be whole. But I am living proof that this is false. I built my life from the ground up, and unless someone can genuinely add value beyond what I already have, why would I settle? I already have everything I want.

I’ve dated before, but it never lasts. Why? Because men nowadays lack so much. They think from their private parts, and I have an adult brain that doesn’t entertain that nonsense. I inherited my father’s mindset and old-school traditional values. This new generation? It pisses me off. Most guys annoy me so much that even if one sticks around for a bit, he eventually gets cut off.

My Failed Attempt at Having a Male Roommate

I even tried living with a guy friend when I was renting. Huge mistake.

One day in, he started acting weird. He was making noise late at night when I wasn’t even home. Turns out, he was putting a bed together, and my landlord texted me about the disturbance. I had to explain that I wasn’t even there. He had zero respect for people trying to sleep. I had to yell at him like I was his mother—and we had just signed the lease.

On top of that, he was lazy. He couldn’t even wash one plate after eating his own disgusting food. He used my tools without permission. And let me be clear: we weren’t dating. We were just friends. But even in a friendship, he had no basic manners. That was the final straw. I went solo again.

Men today lack discipline. They’re overly feminine. Society is full of degenerates trying to normalize side chicks, dysfunctional families, and men thinking with their private parts instead of their brains.

I Am My Father’s Daughter

I don’t know—maybe I’m just too much like my father. Every family member tells me they see him in me. I have become him. I act like him. I think like him.

And honestly? I have zero patience for this new generation. Dysfunctional families are a massive L, and I refuse to add that headache to my life.

From my perspective, men today bring nothing of real value. Most of them have a degenerate, self-serving mindset. They glorify dysfunction as if it’s a win when in reality, it’s the biggest loss of all. If a guy ever came at me with that energy, he’d be gone in a day. I’m way too disciplined for that.

This is exactly why my dad rejected every single man who asked for my hand. He knew they were scrubs. He knew they would only bring unnecessary drama into my peaceful life. My dad put too much effort into raising me, made too many sacrifices, and constantly reminded me of my worth. No man deserves me unless he can fill my father’s shoes. So when men came asking, my dad said HELL NO every single time.

I trust my parents’ judgment. They see red flags before I do. They know best. They raised twelve kids and never split up—not even after my dad passed. My mom is a widow, but she still carries that strength.

Unshakable Since Day One

Since childhood, I’ve always been this way. I was never easy to manipulate. That’s why insecure men target minors and young girls from unstable families-they’re easier to control. But I come from a strong, stable, bold family.

This isn’t just how I think as an adult. This has been me since day one.

If a man wants to be in my life, he needs to bring something real. Something exceptional. Not money, not a house, not empty words. Real value. Otherwise? I’m perfectly fine on my own. ofc we all love be spoiled but that just not what most important.

Women don’t need men. Society just convinced them they do.

And that’s where they got it all wrong.

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Over-Reliance on Foreign Powers and Ideologies Instead of Pan-African Solidarity: A Garveyite Perspective

Introduction: The Crisis of Dependency and the Need for Self-Reliance

One of the greatest weaknesses of the African/Black world today is its dependence on foreign powers, institutions, and ideologies. Instead of focusing on self-sufficiency, internal economic cooperation, and Pan-African unity, many Black nations and communities look to Western nations, China, the UN, the IMF, and other external entities for solutions.

From a Garveyite perspective, this over-reliance is not an accident—it is a direct result of colonial conditioning, designed to:

Keep Africa and the diaspora politically and economically dependent.

Prevent the development of self-sufficient Black nations and institutions.

Ensure that foreign powers control African resources, policies, and economies.

If Black people do not break free from this cycle of dependency and prioritize Pan-African self-reliance, they will remain under the control of neocolonial forces, unable to shape their own destiny.

1. The Historical Origins of Black Dependency on Foreign Powers

A. The Colonial Strategy of Creating African and Diasporic Dependence

Colonizers and enslavers deliberately stripped Black people of self-sufficiency to make them permanently dependent on European and Arab rule.

This was done by:

Destroying independent African economies and making Black nations rely on European trade.

Forcing enslaved Africans to abandon their skills and rely on white-controlled economies.

Replacing African governance and legal systems with European models that required foreign oversight.

Example: After slavery was abolished, Black people in the Americas were denied land ownership and economic independence, ensuring they would remain under white economic control.

Key Takeaway: Colonialism and slavery were not just about labor—they were about creating permanent Black dependency on foreign systems.

B. The Role of Foreign Ideologies in Suppressing Pan-African Thought

Foreign political, religious, and economic ideologies were used to disconnect Black people from their own traditions and make them adopt European/Arab-centered ways of thinking.

This resulted in:

Black nations adopting European democracy, instead of African governance models.

Western-style capitalism and socialism replacing African economic self-sufficiency.

Arab and European religions replacing indigenous African spiritual systems.

Example: Many African leaders today look to the West or the Middle East for ideological guidance, rather than studying pre-colonial African governance models that worked for centuries.

Key Takeaway: When Black people adopt foreign ideologies blindly, they reject their own intellectual and cultural heritage.

2. The Modern Consequences of Over-Reliance on Foreign Powers

A. Economic Dependency on Foreign Institutions

Instead of developing their own industries, banks, and trade networks, many African nations and Black economies remain controlled by:

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank, which trap them in debt.

Foreign corporations, which extract Africa’s natural resources without reinvesting in Black communities.

Western and Chinese investors, who profit while African nations remain underdeveloped.

Example: Many African countries borrow billions from the IMF, only to remain in perpetual debt, losing economic control to foreign entities.

Key Takeaway: A nation that does not control its own economy is not truly independent.

B. Political Dependency on Western and Eastern Powers

Many Black nations fail to act independently in global politics, instead choosing to align with:

Western nations like the U.S., UK, and France, which interfere in African and Caribbean affairs.

China and Russia, which present themselves as “alternative partners” but still exploit Africa.

The UN and EU, which dictate policies to Black nations without truly benefiting them.

Example: The African Union often waits for Western validation before taking political action, proving that many African leaders are still mentally colonized.

Key Takeaway: True political sovereignty means making decisions based on Black interests—not foreign approval.

C. The Psychological Effects of Seeking Validation from Foreign Powers

Many Black leaders and intellectuals still believe that progress must come from the West or East, rather than from within the Black world itself.

This results in:

A lack of confidence in African solutions.

Blind imitation of Western policies that do not fit African or Caribbean needs.

A failure to recognize the power of Pan-African cooperation.

Example: When African nations face crises, they often turn to the UN or the West for “help”, instead of forming Pan-African coalitions to solve their own problems.

Key Takeaway: A mentally enslaved people will always look to their former masters for guidance, instead of trusting their own wisdom.

3. The Failure of Foreign Ideologies to Address Black Issues

A. Western Capitalism and Its Exploitation of Black Nations

Capitalism has failed Black nations because it:

Prioritizes profit over community well-being.

Creates massive wealth gaps, leaving Black workers in poverty.

Encourages foreign exploitation of African resources.

Example: Africa is rich in gold, oil, and minerals, yet most Africans remain poor because foreign corporations own these industries.

Key Takeaway: Western capitalism does not serve Black interests—Africans must develop their own economic models.

B. The Failure of Western Democracy in Africa and the Caribbean

Western democracy was imposed on Black nations without considering African governance traditions.

It has led to:

Corrupt leaders backed by Western governments.

Endless political instability and coups.

Foreign nations influencing African elections.

Example: Many African elections are funded and influenced by Western nations, proving that political sovereignty is still an illusion.

Key Takeaway: African nations must create governance systems based on African history, not foreign political theories.

4. The Garveyite Solution: Pan-African Solidarity and Self-Reliance

A. Building Pan-African Economic Networks

Black nations must:

Trade more with each other, rather than relying on the West and China.

Invest in Black-owned banks, businesses, and industries.

Develop an independent African currency, free from Western control.

Example: The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is a step toward economic independence, but it must be fully embraced by all African nations.

Key Takeaway: A free economy means trading within the Black world—not depending on foreign nations.

B. Strengthening Pan-African Political Alliances

Black nations and communities must:

Coordinate their political strategies across the diaspora.

Resist Western and Eastern interference in African and Caribbean affairs.

Build stronger ties between Africa, the Caribbean, and Black America.

Example: The Caribbean and African Union should create a unified political strategy, rather than acting separately.

Key Takeaway: Only a strong, unified Black political front can challenge global oppression.

C. Reclaiming African Intellectual and Cultural Ideologies

Black people must:

Develop political and economic systems based on African traditions.

Stop idolizing foreign ideologies and embrace Pan-African thought.

Reject Western and Arab cultural dominance over Black societies.

Example: Instead of copying Western or Eastern governance models, African nations should study their own pre-colonial systems of leadership, trade, and law.

Key Takeaway: A people that copies foreign cultures will never truly be free.

Conclusion: Will Black People Choose Pan-African Unity or Remain Under Foreign Control?

Marcus Garvey said:

“A race that is solely dependent upon another for its economic existence sooner or later dies.”

Will Black people continue looking to foreign nations for solutions, or build their own institutions?

Will we rely on the West, China, and Russia, or embrace Pan-African economic and political power?

Will we break free from mental slavery, or continue to worship foreign ideologies over African wisdom?

The Choice is Ours. The Time is Now.

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