Being broke is a difficult place to be. We get lost in the world of survival and we lose connection with self and others. We treat people poorly, we make bad decisions and we begin to hate. This mindset needs to shift. A great way of approaching life and getting back on track (no matter how far down the wrong path you find yourself) is recognizing the power of kujichagulia . Kujichagulia is a Swahili word that means "self-determination" or "the power to make our own decisions."