How has thecollective griefand rightful anger felt within the Black community impacted me and my practice?
What has my self-care routine been like?
For me, my answer has fluctuated.
That couldnt be farther from the truth.
And right now, its been no different.
What worked before doesnt work anymoreand that is okay.
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Im relearning almost everything, to be honest.
My sleep schedule has been off.
It feels like a cloud of heaviness looms over the day-to-day life.
Ive leaned further into my quiet times on my daily walks.
Ive allowed myself to wake up crying.
Ive taken up several friends and colleagues offers to support me.
Ido breathworkwhen it feels good.
I crawl into bed in a child-like position whenever that feels good, too.
My nervous system and body have become more sensitive as I holdmore space for Black womxn.
Navigating these changes is my workand I think what Im experiencing mirrors other Black peoples experience as well.
I think its important my community offers themselves as much kindness, compassion, and gentle care as ever.
Weve been through a lot; the past few weeks have felt like a climax of our collective weariness.
Were going to need tools of restoration for whats to come ahead.
What is The Missionary Sex Position?
Were witnessing a global awakening and an outcry as our community and allies here and abroad demanding change.
Our ability to truly experience the fullness of our healing work depends on it.
Historically, it always has been.
Thats how weve been able to survive up until this point.
That doesnt add to the micro- and macroaggressions we navigate on a daily.
Well also have to protect our mental and emotional health from being re-traumatized.
We can no longer afford mentally, emotionally, or physicallyto carry that weight anymore.
Our ability to truly experience the fullness of our healing work depends on it.
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