Enjoy the Culture Responsibly.
Looking back at an experience that made me realize that I was not consuming the carnival culture responsibly, and what I did to change it.
Category: Carnival Culture
A professional. A masquerader.
September 19th will mark my 18th year of military service. This is a reflection of my experiences with body shaming, self-discovery in mas, and how I began to be comfortable about my life as a professional and a masquerader.
Attitudes that contribute to the dilution of the Caribbean carnival culture
While I don't believe any masquerader intentionally does this, let's take a look at some attitudes/perceptions that people may have that contribute to the misappropriation of Caribbean carnival.
A flag is NOT just a piece of cloth.
Flags embody the spirit of a culture and its rich history.
Dating a non-masquerader.
Taking a moment to reflect on the challenges I faced dating someone completely unfamiliar with Caribbean mas and the culture.
It’s okay to be a non-Caribbean and play mas.
If your cultural background is holding you back from enjoying the experience, trust and believe there is nothing to worry about.