Courtney Y Brown

Reincarnation Courtney Y Brown

The beauty surrounding the unique aura of reincarnation is oftentimes an unfortunate element that dwells within the bowl of misunderstanding. In American mainstream society, indigenous manifestations are misinterpreted as dark rooted or demonic worship that creates this hierarchy of self-hate and inferiority amongst those of color. This non-divine rule of manipulation is a social and mental construct made by man to destroy the black man and woman specifically. However, what is formed by humanity and against the evolvement of such must surely perish. However, for time in indigenous culture limitless and death does not conclude life's story, reincarnation is the unity between the physical and metaphysical world. Indigenous beliefs like reincarnation supports the magnificent beauty of transmigration, especially since it links ancestral spirits with earthly ones to replenish the quality of life. In other words, the energy of soul is an infinite power that thrives when embraced by the living and enlightened by those who live in another realm. Granted that, Brown poetically describes the condition of her world based on the trauma of her grandmother's death, while describing her rich roots in rural hometown, Red Bay, Florida. As grief surpasses, her journey to higher consciousness is accompanied by grandmother's spirit that renovates her vessel to exploring her native side.