racism isn’t just annoying it is literally traumatizing and a lot of brown and black folk have ptsd from the racism we have experienced. i feel like this isnt taken into account in any racism discussions had by white people and it’s honestly upsetting.
25 Apr 2015 / Reblogged from maryamhampton with 53,049 notes
Everything Is Awful and I’m Not Okay: questions to ask before giving up
Are you hydrated? If not, have a glass of water.
Have you eaten in the past three hours? If not, get some food — something with protein, not just simple carbs. Perhaps some nuts or hummus?
Have you showered in the past day? If not, take a shower right now.
If daytime: are you dressed? If not,…
30 Mar 2015 / Reblogged from eponis with 238,299 notes
A Case for White Relationship Divestment - Part 1 of 3
As always, I acknowledge my intellectual, spiritual, political and blood ancestors, elders, and brethren. There are no new ideas under the sun; it’s always just a remix. Also, solidarity to my comrades fighting for worldwide divestment from the Israeli economy and its murdering,…
30 Mar 2015 / Reblogged from nicodacumos with 133 notes
me: *sees bae on tumblr*
me: *looks @ phone and sees my text has gone unanswered*
me: “If we lose love and self respect for each other, this is how we finally die.” - Maya Angelou
me: *sees that bae finally texts back*
me: “Love recognizes no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to arrive at its destination full of hope.” - Maya Angelou
15 Mar 2015 / Reblogged from bbidom with 244,394 notes / oops
