My personal curse There are times in life when it feels like everything is going wrong, no matter how hard you try. It's as if there's a dark cloud following you, casting a shadow on every aspect of your life. This, for me, is what I would describe as my personal curse. It's hard to pinpoint exactly when it began, perhaps it was always lurking in the background, waiting for the right moment to pounce. But from a young age, I started to notice a pattern – bad luck seemed to continuously find me. I watched as my friends effortlessly excelled in their studies, while I struggled to keep up.
Learning how to rap took a while for Kosher. He didn’t wake up one day thinking that he was going to become the subject of the internet’s eye. It was his friends, fellow rappers Gary, and Jew Shiesty, that encouraged him to start making music. This was right around the start of COVID, and Kosher was depressed. Skateboarding, his first passion, stopped being a goal of his, and he couldn’t figure out what he wanted to do. “COVID was a weird time. I was kind of skateboarding but was falling further away from that. I got to a point where it was like: ‘What can I really do?’ I had to be a bigger person and realize that this isn’t it,” Kosher explained. “I’m not gonna get specific, but I was doing things that I was not meant to be doing.”
An openly Jewish rapper with an elaborate hairdo he has two locs on the side of his head, as to combine the Hasidic style with the Haitian style BLP Kosher is also armed with some dynamically deadpan flows and self-aware raps about his faith. Speaking of bigots Growing up, anti-semitism, or anti-dreidel as Kosher calls it, was luckily seldom, but it happened enough for him to still vividly remember.
I watched as my friends effortlessly excelled in their studies, while I struggled to keep up. Despite putting in countless hours of effort and dedication, it always felt like I was one step behind. It seemed that no matter how hard I worked, success remained just out of reach.
The Viral Jewish Rapper BLP Kosher is More Than a Gimmick
Rapper BLP Kosher, born Benjamin Landy Pavlon, is from Broward County, Florida, the same area as Kodak Black. Growing up, he was raised in the Jewish faith and still practices. Even though he says he practices mostly on Sabbath, he makes an effort to keep a relationship with the religion and more importantly, with God. “I would pray randomly at a bus stop, or when I’m doing something like jaywalking, I’ll start praying,” Kosher explains via Zoom. “I would live a non-religious lifestyle but still pray.” Kosher experienced two ends of the spectrum possible in South Florida. As a kid, he spent time with his family in Boca. The sunny destination where mafia characters go for their vacations proved fruitful for the youngster. Then, he moved to Deerfield in Broward County (it is unclear what prompted this), and he found himself around more people he didn’t know. “It was a melting pot down in Deerfield. I’m kind of a hybrid. I’ve experienced the good and the bad,” he says. Right now, he’s leaning into his upbringing and incorporating it into his public persona. An openly Jewish rapper with an elaborate hairdo – he has two locs on the side of his head, as to combine the Hasidic style with the Haitian style – BLP Kosher is also armed with some dynamically deadpan flows and self-aware raps about his faith.
Learning how to rap took a while for Kosher. He didn’t wake up one day thinking that he was going to become the subject of the internet’s eye. It was his friends, fellow rappers Gary, and Jew Shiesty, that encouraged him to start making music. This was right around the start of COVID, and Kosher was depressed. Skateboarding, his first passion, stopped being a goal of his, and he couldn’t figure out what he wanted to do. “COVID was a weird time. I was kind of skateboarding but was falling further away from that. I got to a point where it was like: ‘What can I really do?’ I had to be a bigger person and realize that this isn’t it,” Kosher explained. “I’m not gonna get specific, but I was doing things that I was not meant to be doing.”
And it wasn't just academics that were affected. Relationships, too, seemed to crumble in my hands. Time and time again, I found myself investing my heart and soul into connections, only to watch them disintegrate before my eyes. I couldn't help but wonder if there was something inherently wrong with me, a curse that prevented me from forming lasting bonds. As the years went by, this personal curse manifested in different ways. It followed me into my professional life, where promotions and opportunities eluded me, despite my qualifications. It infiltrated my personal life, leaving me feeling isolated and alone. It even seemed to affect my health, as I battled one ailment after another, each more debilitating than the last. But amidst all the chaos, I refused to give up. I realized that my personal curse was not something external that I had no control over. Instead, it was my perception, my mindset that was holding me back. I began to take a step back and evaluate my actions and thoughts. Through self-reflection and introspection, I started to recognize the patterns that had become ingrained in my life. I noticed the negative self-talk, the lack of self-belief, and the fear of failure that had become my constant companions. It was these internal struggles that were feeding my personal curse, perpetuating a cycle of disappointment and despair. With this newfound awareness, I made a conscious effort to change my mindset. I started to challenge my negative thoughts and replace them with positive affirmations. I surrounded myself with supportive individuals who believed in my potential, and their encouragement fueled my determination. Slowly but surely, the dark cloud that had been following me began to dissipate. Successes, however small, started to come my way. I began to thrive in my studies, forming meaningful connections, and achieving professional milestones. My health, too, started to improve as I focused on self-care and prioritizing my well-being. While my personal curse may still rear its head from time to time, I now have the tools to face it head-on. I have learned that it is not an external force that determines my destiny, but rather my own beliefs and actions. And with this newfound understanding, I am confident that I can overcome any obstacle that comes my way..
Reviews for "Defying Fate: My Personal Battle Against the Curse"
1. Helen - 2 stars - I was really looking forward to reading "My Personal Curse" based on the hype surrounding it, but I was sorely disappointed. The writing felt amateurish and lacked depth, making it hard to connect with the characters. The plot was predictable, and the supernatural elements felt forced and unrealistic. Overall, this book did not live up to the expectations and left me feeling unsatisfied.
2. Mark - 1 star - "My Personal Curse" is one of the worst books I have read in a long time. The writing was dull and lacked any sort of creativity or originality. The characters were one-dimensional and uninteresting, making it difficult to care about their fates. The plot was slow-moving and filled with unnecessary details that added nothing to the story. Save your time and money, and choose a different book to read.
3. Emily - 2 stars - I found "My Personal Curse" to be quite underwhelming. The story had potential, but it never fully delivered. The pacing was off, with long stretches of boredom followed by rushed events that left me confused. The dialogue felt unnatural, and the attempts at humor fell flat. The ending was unsatisfying and left many loose ends. Unfortunately, this book did not live up to its promises and left me disappointed.