Abigail Ekue is a NYC-based writer who uses words to convey what she sees and feels. She explores the human experience of being and the body—health, fitness, nutrition, psychology, emotions, relationships and sex—through her writing. When she’s not writing, she’s creating with her body and with a camera or planning erotic events. For more information on her latest projects and events, please visit http://www.abigailekue.com/
3!> What do you think about the way the media portrays or covers affairs dealing with African Americans?
While I am glad that the media covers affairs dealing with African-Americans, there needs to be more focus on the positive issues/affairs of our community. Too much coverage is about what’s wrong, what isn’t being done, areas where we’re lacking etc. Truth is truth so as long as the media coverage is honest and frank, I’m fine with it. Now I just wish they’d balance that with solutions, focus on people in our communities who are making a difference… the positive.
6!> What beliefs do you hold onto that motivate you to do what you do?
Everything happens for a reason. Or like my mother tells me that her father used to tell her, “Every disappointment is for a good.” I’m a writer. There’s tons of rejection. If I didn’t believe that things happen when they’re meant to happen, I would’ve jumped a long time ago. A few years ago, I said to myself that I will surround myself with creative souls. I literally said it out loud and ever since that’s the way it’s been. To this day, I believe what you put out into the Universe is what comes back to you. Intuition is very powerful. Your gut is your guide; when something feels right, trust it. When it doesn’t, heed it.
8!> “Black women have always been these vixens, these animalistic erotic women. Why can't we just be the sexy American girl next door?" -Tyra Banks
Does the media sensationalize black women in particular more so than any other race? What do you think of this quote?
No. I think if you focus solely on Black media, “hip-hop” media or “urban” media, then it may appear that Black women are sensationalized more than other races. I think women as a whole are. Being erotic is not a bad thing. But to say that Black women are “animalistic” has a negative connotation. It implies that’s our base nature, that there’s no controlling it and that animalistic eroticism is all there is to Black women.
10!> What do you think do you think about the divorce rate being at 50% percent and what do you think could change this?
I’m not particularly saddened that the divorce rate is 50%. I’m not a fan of long, drawn-out, bitter divorce battles. If it were harder to get married that would be one way to lower the divorce rate. A lot of people get married because they think they’re supposed to not because they want to. They get married and later find out their core values are too different from their partner’s, they grow apart, never really liked their partner in the first place or just aren’t cut out for monogamy or what society dictates marriage is. We have to be honest with ourselves, grow into ourselves before we can expect to spend a lifetime with someone. Divorce is a product of people changing their minds.
18!> How do you feel about the word ‘Negro’ being on the 2010 census form?
I had no problem with the world “Negro” being on the 2010 census form. If the word “nigger” was on the form, that would’ve been a problem. “Negro” is old-fashioned, but it isn’t a negative word. We (Blacks) are Negros.
21!> Today more than ever, it is becoming increasingly important to generate your own revenue and income because of the slim pickings in the job market. What would you as an entrepreneur tell someone looking to make their passion a career?
To make your passion a career, you have to become a business. Don’t hold back because you fear “selling out” or that you’re putting the dollar before your art. Charge what you’re worth. Keep your eye on the market that you’re in. What’s needed? What skill or product do you have that can fill that need? Once you figure it out, package it and start selling it.
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