Awkwardly Introverted

To my fellow readers—both book lovers and those just passing through   Awkwardly Introverted —I hope y’all are enjoying this celebration of   Black power, Black excellence, and Black men and women doing the damn thing.   ✊🏾✨ As a   proud Black woman , I know one thing for sure:   no one can tell us anything.   We   are   Black history.   365 days a year. Every. Single. Day.   🖤💪🏾 And to the  racist white folks  mad about it— sit y’all asses down somewhere . 🪑 We’re not going anywhere. In fact,  we’re growing, thriving, and taking up space.  Y’all keep trying  (and failing)  to erase us, but history proves we don’t just survive—we  rise.  🌍🔥 That  orange, Cheeto-dusted buffoon  🧀 with his  crusty, chapped mouth?  He couldn’t stop us before, and he damn sure  can’t now.  We’ve faced  far worse , and yet, here we are— stronger, smarter, and more unstoppable t...

Black excellence is not limited to a single month—it’s   12 months, 52 weeks, 365 days   strong. 💪🏾 From history makers to culture shapers, Black people have always been at the forefront of innovation, resilience, and greatness. Celebrating Blackness Beyond Black History Month While February is a time to honor our history, our impact is undeniable every day of the year.  Being Black is dope!  From music to literature, art to activism, we continue to shape the world in powerful ways. 🎶📚🎨 Teaching the Truth About Our History 📖  "Let’s teach the good and the bad of our history."  Too often, history books erase or downplay Black contributions and struggles. But our story is one of resistance, brilliance, and triumph. It’s important to acknowledge the painful past while uplifting the beauty of Black culture. Black and Proud, Always Pride in Black identity isn’t just about where we come from—it’s about where we’re going. 🚀 Whether it’s supporting Black-own...