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Heart and Soul: Should I change my name?
Apr 19, 2024
Robert Beckford, struggling with his inherited slave surname, contemplates changing it for a more spiritual alternative. The podcast explores the conflict between negative connotations, Christian beliefs, and personal identity, touching on the significance of names in cultural heritage and the transformative power of reclaiming ancestral roots.
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- Reevaluating personal identity through a surname change linked to historical oppression.
- Exploring the complexities of adopting a new name while maintaining cultural identity.
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Reevaluating Personal Identity and Spirituality Through Surname Change
In this documentary, the journey of reevaluating personal identity and spirituality through a surname change is explored. The narrator, Robert Beckford, delves into the history of his surname, linked to a slave owner in Jamaica. He questions the spiritual implications of carrying a name associated with oppression and brutality, leading him to contemplate changing it to align with his current identity and beliefs.
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