The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
In 1970, lyrical artist Gil Scott Heron recorded the timely classic “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised.” Heron was one of the poetic voices of the Civil Rights era, along with other literary greats like Nikki Giovanni, Langston Hughes, James … Continue reading The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
When Good People Just Watch~ That’s How Democracy Dies
“One of the most thought-provoking questions I pose is, ‘Have you ever considered what you might have done during the civil rights movement of the 1960s?’ It’s a question that doesn’t require speculation. Your actions today indicate what you would … Continue reading When Good People Just Watch~ That’s How Democracy Dies
The Revolution Will Not Be Televised.
As I listened to the song “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised” by Gil Scott Hereon, I was reminded that change cannot be fluid without a positive mindset. We must be the change agents by advocating for what we need … Continue reading The Revolution Will Not Be Televised.
The Revolution Will Not Be Televised…BUT THE VISION is CLEAR
The struggle is real in America. In every corner of the world, people seem at odds with one another. Even within our houses of worship, congregations seem at odds with one another. It feels like a revolution is taking place, … Continue reading The Revolution Will Not Be Televised…BUT THE VISION is CLEAR
Here to Stay!
Webster’s dictionary defines resiliency as “an ability to recover from or adjust easily to misfortune or change.”[1] I understand that change is hard and is often incremental when it comes to equity surrounding issues of race, sex, and power. With … Continue reading Here to Stay!
“The Revolution Will Not Be Televised – ‘Welcome to the Terrordome’… Brought to You Live From ‘The Matrix’”
Revolution. I see you, Gil Scott-Heron. You were right. You are still right in terms of everything you said about revolution. The United States of America was established as a direct effect of a revolution nearly 248 years ago. The … Continue reading “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised – ‘Welcome to the Terrordome’… Brought to You Live From ‘The Matrix’”
“Resilience – We Shall Overcome Someday, Someway… Right?”
Resilience. That word is a noun. According to the Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary, resilience means either “an ability to recover from or adjust easily to adversity or change” and/or “the human condition of enduring disasters – natural or unnatural.” The English … Continue reading “Resilience – We Shall Overcome Someday, Someway… Right?”
Psychology of Resilience Redefined: Intersecting Past and Present in Racial Justice Advocacy
In the realm of racial justice advocacy, historical echoes mingle with contemporary efforts for fairness and representation. As we navigate this juncture, there’s a resolute call for resilience—from marginalized communities to steadfast allies. But before redefining our strength, we must … Continue reading Psychology of Resilience Redefined: Intersecting Past and Present in Racial Justice Advocacy
Finding True North, Optimism In A World of Despair
Optimistic,If things around you crumbleNo, you don’t have to stumble and fallKeep pushing on and don’t you look back, ohI know of storms and strife,I been around them all of life,Just think ahead and you’ll be inspired,To reach higher and … Continue reading Finding True North, Optimism In A World of Despair
