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@lifeofasomali
What is the best advice you can give to western Somali men?
I would give all Somali men,no matter where they live in the world (west,east,south or north) the same advice. My advice to them would be to step up their game. Get rid of those pathetic patriarchal ideas. Know your history and become someone who gives back to his land & people.
Go and shine,because the world really needs more strong Somali men.
Somali excellence.
Somali women in traditional garbasaar; a colorful shawl mainly worn by married women.
Somali women wearing guntiino,somali traditional dress.
1) The source (A young Somali girl wearing guntiino)
2) The West copying as always…and calling it “high fashion”
It truly makes me smile to know that you appreciate my blog. It inspires me to learn even more about the Somali culture and history, which is the whole point of this blog. It is to share with you a little piece of Somalia and Somalis through me.
I actually started embracing my Soomaalinino a few years ago. No joke. Before that? Yes,let me tell you the whole sheeko. I was going through a phase called “identity crises”. It was quite heavy. I was pretty confused and had no interest in my own background,culture and history. I was running away from everything that was related to Somalia and Somalis to be completely honest with you.
I know for a fact that many young Somalis go through this exact same phase and this blog is for you to smile and be a little proud of at least 1 thing about your own culture and background. You can’t love it all at once,but if 1 small thing can make you go: “Ahhh,i love that about my culture. That’s beautiful.”
…then I’m happy.
What clan are you in?
The clan of Al-Soomali.
SOMALI BANTUS ARE OUR PEOPLE! SOMALIS! OKEY! just incase someone didn't get that!!!!!!
Yes,they are.
Thanks other anon for the suggestion. Where can i find these films/poetry ? Youtube?
I’m sorry,I’m not sure what you’re referring to here...I’ve been away for too long! -__- If you see this, remind me please.
I recently decided to go to Mogadishu for two months. I don't know what I was thinking when I chose to do this as my Somali is pretty much non existent. I was wondering if you could give me tips on how to learn Somali fasssst??
This is probably too late,but I really hope you enjoyed your stay in Somalia. I always tell people who ask me this question that the key to learn any language is to practice. Practice practice! In your case, it’s a lot more easier since it’s the language most of your family speak,right? So I would advice you to use af-Soomaali whenever you get the chance, don’t be too hard on yourself. Some adults might laugh at you, but it’s nothing evil. Making fun of each other comes with Somali culture lol. Listen & read Somali news, it helps a lot. Good luck :)
are you still active? love your blog btw
I will be from now on Insha’Allah, thanks for the love :)
Where are you??? I miss your blog
I have been busy with personal stuff,but now I’m back :) Thank you.
Come back walal
I’m back now :)
I'm back!
I have been busy with personal stuff and abandoned this account completely. I hope you can all forgive me (for those who care) and I will definitely get back to your messages and answer each one of you. Thanks to everyone who showed love and missed the blog. To all my new followers, soo dhawaada kulligiina & I hope you're not disappointed.
Hey, to the anon who asked about learning somali (because I'm currently going through the same thing) I just wanted to add that I've found listening to somali poetry helps a great deal. There are a lot of recorded poets and if you can find one that you like listening to you'll notice that you constantly pick up vocab and proverbs/sayings etc. Through them. Similarly, if you're not into poetry that much find somali dubbed drama's, it's hilarious at first but audio really helps. You'll c. Goodluck
I hope the person who sent me that anon sees this! Awesome idea. Thank you for sharing. I totally agree,audio/listening is very important. I know there are many dubbed Bollywood/Turkish films and dramas out there,you might want to check them out :D
i want to learn somali .. what is the best way to start ?
It depends actually...I’m going to assume you’re a Somali who doesn’t speak af-Somali? Start with your parents/your family. They probably speak the language,so why not ask them questions? Make them teach you some phrases and use them actively. Baby steps! Practice practice practice. That’s the key to learning every language to be honest with you.
MashaAllah wallahi, tjis blog is so learning. Every Time i come in here i learn new stuff about somalia and our culture. Thank you for having this blog.
Thank you! :) It makes me happy to know the blog is being appreciated. This is the reason why I made this blog.