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Afua Hirsch on different cultural views on bodies - body hair, puberty, fertility and aging
May 6, 2024
Journalist and author Afua Hirsch discusses Eurocentric beauty standards and cultural views on body hair, puberty, fertility, and aging. She challenges myths around women's bodies and the narrow perceptions we hold. Afua's insights on decolonizing our bodies and embracing diverse perspectives make for an enlightening conversation with Annie Macmanus.
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- Different cultural views on body hair - Western societies consider it bad while Ghanaian culture celebrates it as beauty and heritage.
- Redefining aging - Embracing the concept of becoming an elder as a valuable stage in life.
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Afua Hirsch's Journey to Understanding Her Body and Ancestry
Afua Hirsch, a journalist and author, embarked on a personal journey to unlearn societal messages about women's bodies and race, aiming to reach her younger self who faced negative influences. Through her book 'Decolonizing My Body,' she delves into Eurocentric beauty standards and myths around women's bodies, exploring topics like puberty, body hair, and aging across diverse cultures, highlighting the narrow understanding of women's bodies. Hirsch's conversation emphasizes the lifelong process of self-discovery and empowerment.
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