The States is largely predicted on exploiting people's misery for the gain for a handful of sick and obese people.
There is nothing more damaging to the system of oppression in America than loving and caring for each other. Violently. With enthusiasm.
Billions are invested to keep us feeling like we are not good enough, or pretty enough, or rich enough, or whatever enough.
But that's a lie. You're awesome just as you are. You are everything you need and more.
....Having one of those days where the world really wants to remind me that the majority of people where I live are bigots. First a homophobic client, then a coworker saying, and I quote "They're shooting each other while we're working" (where it's clear the "they" are POCs), then another client going on a rant about ethnic names...specifically the name "Charlotta" which isn't . . . her definition of "ethnic"?
I love my home, I love my farm. Sometimes it's hard to love the neighbors.
I wrote this in response to a tweet by @mahabali where she expressed frustration at all the 'learning on the job' that happens despite the highest levels of education. I also had a student ask the same question in a tutorial, and so it made me think... (also working to blog more!) :) 2 min read https://wp.me/p4Ng5z-10L