Hey Beautiful Souls!
Today, we're bringing you something that’s close to our hearts and so essential for our little ones: affirmations! Every single day at Kool Image Dolls, we’re committed to helping our Kool Kids build up their self-esteem by speaking positivity over their lives. We believe in the power of the tongue, y’all! When our kids look in the mirror and speak life into themselves, they’re paving the way to be the best versions of who they are meant to be.
Now, have y’all seen our affirmations of the day yet that are posted? If not, you’re in for a treat! Today's affirmation is: "It is safe for me to be myself." Yes, you read that right. We want our Kool Kids to know that being their true, authentic selves is not only okay, it’s absolutely necessary. Our doll Zuri is here to show them how it's done! We bring her to life, making her mouth move, speaking this affirmation with pride. Because just like our little ones, Zuri knows the power of standing tall and loving who you are.
But let’s not forget, this affirmation isn’t just for the kids. As adults, we need to think about how we show up in the world too. How often do we feel safe being our true, authentic selves? It's a journey, and I'm here to share my own vulnerability. Navigating adulthood, there have been moments where I’ve questioned if it’s safe to be fully me. To speak my mind, to love my body, to embrace my unique spirit. I know I’m not alone in this.
Through our daily affirmations, I’m speaking life into myself just as much as I’m speaking to our adult Kool Kids. We all need to hear that it’s okay to be ourselves, that it’s not just safe, but necessary for us to show up as our full selves. And it’s my hope that by sharing these affirmations, we can pave the way for our younger Kool Kids to grow up with a rock-solid sense of self-confidence, knowing they are enough just as they are.
So, why is this affirmation so important? In a world that’s constantly trying to tell our kids—and us—who we should be, we want everyone to know that their true selves are more than enough. We all deserve to feel safe expressing our uniqueness, our quirks, and our beauty without any hesitation. And here’s the thing, when we feel safe to be ourselves, we grow up strong, confident, and unshakeable.
At Kool Image Dolls, we’re all about celebrating our Black beauty. That’s why our dolls Zuri and Nia and future dolls we create are here, to reflect the gorgeous diversity of Black children everywhere. We didn’t stop at just making dolls; we made history by designing and manufacturing dolls with the palms of their hands and soles of their feet shaded lighter, just like our real little ones. This isn’t just about dolls, it’s about representation. It’s about our kids looking at their toys and saying, “That doll looks like me!” "That doll likes like my cousin!" That doll looks like my friend, my neighbor, the girl at the park ect!"
Research shows that positive self-identity play helps kids grow into their full selves. When our children play with dolls that look like them, they start to see their beauty reflected back. They start to understand that their skin, their hair, and everything that makes them unique is something to be celebrated.
So, if you haven’t already, head over to our social media pages on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Pinterest. Share our affirmations of the day with the little ones—and adults—in your life. Let’s build each other up together, one positive word at a time. Share it, say it, believe it: "It is safe for me to be myself." Because when we all believe in our own power, there’s no stopping us. And, specifically at Kool Image Dolls you can see yourself, love yourself with dolls that look like you!
With love, affirmations, and the courage to be our true selves,
Dominique Scaife ~Owner/Creator of Kool Image Dolls 💖
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