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What Black men and peacocks have in common
The interesting thing about being the only black man and black person in an office is that I have this opportunity only to educate whites about black culture.
For me, and many black men in my position, we find that once the initial barrier of resistance is overcome and an easement granted by a competent authority and the professional black man can go about the serious business of breaking down stereotypes, which represents all black race, and participation in refining the behaviors that generate trust of our colleagues. After all, for many of the targets that we are exposed, most have seen very limited or no close contact with other black men.
Yes, trust is the key that opens the door to the comfort and privacy with our corporate colleagues white. So when one of them makes a comment naive or ignorant, they are quick to overlook or even dismiss it. These observations are considered harmless by cultured mature men black professionals. It is only when repeated constantly agitated, offended or angry.
Such was the case when a former co-worker asked me one day about the high (ie, different colors) the clothes men wear black. As I recall, the conversation went like this: "Gian, I I realized that in our building that black men use stronger colors. You use very bright colors too. Why is that? "He told a sincere, but slightly mocking tone.
After inhaled and exhaled deeply, I decided to seriously participate in it. But before he could answer, I needed confirmation that he was making a serious investigation and not just some gay jokes instigating office to spend time on a Friday afternoon. I replied, "How long have you been thinking about it?" His answer was firm: "Since I started to see more black kids working in the building, "he said." Every time I see that are a little flashy and peacocks stand ... As. "
The peacocks?
No, no Paul Mooney launched a diatribe, nor do I succumb to the violent impulses that have caused me to spend the weekend in jail. I reflected on what he said and made an effort to make sense of it. I could not, and I left the conversation and went back to work.
Looking back (with no emotion and more analyzation) Now I can tell - after many years - I can see, on a flat surface, like a white person calling the comparison. Since my coworker made that statement, I realized that my reaction to it was based both on my ignorance of the peacocks, as his ignorance about black culture.
To say that men Peacocks are like black is a very colorful use of the comparison, but also has merit beyond the obvious inference extravagant.
Peacocks, as black men, are fascinating species. I only recently learned that only males are called Peacocks and females are called hens. While the peacock is a wild bird by nature that have been domesticated in many countries.
When many people think of a peacock, the first thing that comes to mind is its bright and colorful tail feathers that only males have. These tail feathers (which are not in full bloom until the peacock is about three years old) spread out in what is called a "train" when in full screen. A train covers more than 60 percent of peacocks total body length.
The train has colorful "Eye" brand blue, gold, red, and others. They also have a crest, or crown, on top of his head, making them appear even more majestic than they already do.
The train has a great purpose: to attract females to mate. Pavas choose their mates by the size, color and quality of these outrageous feather trains. A train shows no vitality infestation and lack of vitality.
The larger and healthier than the train appears, the greater the chances are that the peacock will be chosen by the female with respect to their smaller competitors are less healthy than the trains. Choose Pavas male sex is the most desired by other turkeys who think they can have healthy children that have the characteristics of their parents peacock dominant qualities will pass along to ensure their survival and success in life.
From the time I was a child, I have witnessed black men in my family, my church, and in my circle intimate wear fancy clothes and colorful. Finally, I would adopt the same practices. As a teenager I realized that I have received the attention of women - As the peacocks - as a result of my display. It provided positive reinforcement to continue using them.
As a young man armed with a credit card, which had more expensive, but equally extravagant clothing. I continued to receive attention, but like most young black men who are not aware of it subconsciously, I, like peacocks, was trying to outshine my competitors and create the external appearance of your state.
In the culture of black men are often desperate be recognized positively in a society that is still plagued by negative perceptions that many of them. State obtains through sport, talent, academics, and other professional activities, require significant effort.
Like peacocks, the onset of the condition is entitled to the privileges, benefits and a greater selection of women. In black culture, black men approach is often misplaced, and as a result, much effort invested in the acquisition of status symbols rather than the actual situation itself. It is a trap for living above their own.
Clothing, jewelry, cars and other items false messages to communicate material value (no value) for the spectators. Do not fill the emptiness deep. In fact, only detract from the real issue: displaced men who are black, disadvantaged and discouraged - and attempt to compensate for it, like peacocks, by constructing and displaying a pretentious "Train" including but not limited to clothing.
When I joined the workforce I toned down my colorful attire, opting for incorporation color instead of color too. I did this because he wanted to "fit in", and also because I did not feel the need to draw attention to myself in form, or for the reasons I did it before in my life. Yes, you still have talent, but more of my personal style "flash."
Ironically, I've known many white men in corporate America who have a penchant for dressing well and designer labels, but they are driven by the quest for status real that is not defined, or easily detected by the quality or appearance of their clothes. In addition, the cost of your outfit is proportional to their income.
So, although considerable years have passed, I hope I have done enough to answer the question of what black men and peacocks that have in common, and more specifically, why black men tend to wear loud, colorful for my former co-worker, wherever you are.
About the Author
Gian Fiero is an educator, speaker and consultant. He is affiliated with San Francisco State University as an adjunct professor, and the United States Small Business Administration (SBA) as a business advisor where he conducts monthly workshops on topics such as business development, career planning, public relations, and personal growth.
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