Ever since Destiny’s Child gave women a titular anthem to declare their independence, so-called Independent Women have had a bad reputation in the black community. The result of the misconception has been a “conversation” where men and women talk around the subject of independent women, casting blame and dodging accusations.

But what if, this whole time, our talking in circles has caused us to miss the central point about love and relationships? There are three reasons why I believe men shouldn’t hate independent women.

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