10 Things I Have to Say to Black Men

1. I call you my nigga when you act like that, I don't claim you as a man because you have yet to prove that quality to me. 
2. Everything you hate about yourself I adore. I love you from the surface of your skin to the roots of your blood, because I embrace your culture and appreciate your presence in my life.
3. Your struggle doesn't define your character how you overcome and surpass it does.
4. The world envies your heritage and constantly imitates it, why do you think they don't want you to succeed? It comes naturally to you what they strive to be.
5. You call my attitude an issue, because you don't want to deal with the strong opinions. You hide behind that excuse and expect me to understand your perspective with no second thought to the over sexualization of  the color in my skin. 
6. Be a man, and not the imitation of what men appear to be, because most of them are just entertainers.
7. Don't allow your broken heart to destroy the potential of a great relationship because you are too pig-headed to set aside your ego to let a good woman love you.
8. Blessed is your heart as you shine in character. So stop hiding behind ill-intentioned boys trying to persuade you that all men are the same. Be who you are supposed to be, not influenced by bad role-models and imagery. Good character breeds success in spirit and loyalty in those you surround yourself with.
9. Stop blaming others for your lack of success in life, love, and career. Take ownership for all that you do. When you have nothing left to do for the situation, give it up to God and know when to walk away from something that poisons your soul. 
10. If you don't prefer black women, it is okay, but don't make excuses for the woman you do choose, because that makes you look weak. Love her with all your heart because of who she is and not because she's not something else.