
You know, as an African woman, I often find myself tangled up in all these societal expectations about how I should present myself. It feels like there’s this unspoken rule that women like me—especially those of us with curves—are supposed to cover up, hide our bodies, and avoid looking “too sexy.” Honestly, it’s so frustrating!


What really gets to me is how often people mix these ideas with faith, using God as a reason to enforce modesty. It’s like they think they know my relationship with God better than I do.
Just because I love to wear what makes me feel good doesn’t mean I lack faith or don’t understand His teachings. My faith is personal, and it’s not about the clothes I wear or how I choose to embrace my curves.
I can’t help but feel this wave of insecurity—not just for myself but for so many women who want to celebrate their bodies and feel confident. When I step out in outfits that highlight my curves, I can almost feel those judgmental looks that say I’m doing something wrong. It’s exhausting! We shouldn’t have to hide who we are or feel ashamed of our bodies. Read More.
