Why Black Mentorship Is Sacred

A mentor has faith in you even when you don’t have faith in yourself. A mentor knows when to give constructive feedback and how to invite curiosity into a process. Most importantly, a mentor knows how to clap the loudest when they see you take flight.

Why Black Mentorship Is Sacred
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“Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established.” – Proverbs 15:22

The relationship between a mentor and mentee is sacred. Spirit intentionally pairs mentees and mentors who will strengthen one another's faith.  

A good mentor relationship is collaborative. Rooted in respect, safety, curiosity, communication, and constructive feedback, mentoring should be transformational for both the mentee and the mentor.

Seeking a mentor can feel daunting. The first step is to reflect on what you, as a mentee, are seeking. 

What are your goals? What skills do you want to develop? How would you like to grow? What dynamic are you looking for in a mentor? 

Beloved Maya Angelou received mentorship growing up and served as a mentor to Oprah Winfrey. 

Angelou once said,  “In order to be a mentor, and an effective one, one must care. [you don’t have to know everything, just] know what you know and care about the person.”

Black mentorship is so important. Everyone deserves a mentor, and everyone has the potential to be a mentor.

At the end of the day, mentoring is about caring for someone and having faith that they will soar. 


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