Jan 21, 2021Social Media Spaces for Black Sadness, Pain & Mental Health CrisesThis evening, I was scrolling through TikTok (which I rarely do because I don’t know how to use it) and came across a string of videos created by psych ward nurses. Feeling some appreciation for the comedic approach they used to share their experiences with patients, I became curious about…Mental Health4 min readMental Health4 min read
Jul 15, 2019The #BlackGirlMagic of “NO.”Building relationships has always been difficult for me. As someone who has experienced several forms of rejection, I often feel inadequate within most social interactions. I’m also sensitive to the ways my mental health impacts my ability to thrive in friendships. These insecurities often create a false need to please…Black Women3 min readBlack Women3 min read
Mar 12, 2018Wakanda Forever? The Case for Erik KillmongerLet’s talk Black Panther now, ok? If you haven’t seen it by now, you’re just lazy and deserve the spoilers you’re about to receive. I went to see Black Panther a couple of weeks ago. I decided to go on a Sunday in the middle of the day when most…Black Panther7 min readBlack Panther7 min read
Feb 13, 2018Due SelfishnessFeelings of selfishness are fascinating to me mostly because it produces actions that aren’t parallel to any of my core beliefs. I have intentionally created life and work experiences centered around an ability to serve and advocate for others. I value my capacity to identify needs within communities and solutions…Self Improvement2 min readSelf Improvement2 min read
Jan 2, 20182017.This is an all-over-the-place list of thoughts and lessons I’ve learned over this past year. — There are times when you may express gratitude for a moment that you are genuinely grateful for. That gratitude may not be believed as “enough”. It is not my job to convince people that I’m grateful for them. …Life Lessons3 min readLife Lessons3 min read
