Awkwardly Introverted

I came across this image online, and it immediately took me back to the  Hamilton  era. 🎭 If you know, you know. The Schuyler Sisters said it best:  "You want a revolution? I want a revelation!"  And honestly, that line hits even harder in 2025. We live in a time where complacency 😴 has taken hold. We’ve stopped questioning, stopped pushing for change, and in many ways, we’ve stopped seeking truth. The fire 🔥 that once fueled movements for justice ⚖️, progress 🚀, and real transformation seems to have dimmed. It’s like we’re all just existing, going through the motions, instead of challenging the systems that hold us back. Where’s the energy ⚡ of the past? The urgency? The demand for something greater? We need both—a  revolution  💥 to shake things up and a  revelation  👁️ to open our eyes to the bigger picture. One without the other leaves us stuck. The Schuyler Sisters had the right idea:  WORK.  💪🏾 The kind of work that sparks c...

The Black Panther era was a time of unapologetic Black power, resistance, and self-determination. It wasn’t just about the fight against oppression; it was about building a future where Black people controlled their own narratives, resources, and destinies. And guess what? That fight never stopped. This image speaks to that same energy—Black history isn’t a month, a moment, or a lesson in a textbook. It’s  alive . It’s woven into the very foundation of everything we see, touch, and experience. And most importantly, it doesn’t require permission to exist. The Black Panther Party understood this well. They weren’t waiting for approval to demand justice, feed the people, or protect their communities. They took action. They built schools, provided healthcare, and challenged a system designed to keep Black people oppressed. They were feared because they were  organized . They were powerful because they  knew their worth . Fast forward to today, and that same spirit  shoul...

Black History: 365 Days, No Permission Needed ✊🏾 The Black Panther era was a time of unapologetic Black power, resistance, and self-determination. It wasn’t just about the fight against oppression; it was about building a future where Black people controlled their own narratives, resources, and destinies. And guess what? That fight never stopped. This image speaks to that same energy—Black history isn’t a month, a moment, or a lesson in a textbook. It’s  alive . It’s woven into the very foundation of everything we see, touch, and experience. And most importantly, it doesn’t require permission to exist. The Black Panther Party understood this well. They weren’t waiting for approval to demand justice, feed the people, or protect their communities. They took action. They built schools, provided healthcare, and challenged a system designed to keep Black people oppressed. They were feared because they were  organized . They were powerful because they  knew their worth . Fast ...

  "Early in life, I learned that if you want something, you better make some noise."  – Malcolm X That lesson has never been more relevant. Right now, we are living in a time of extreme chaos, led by a man who thrives on destruction, division, and fear. But let’s not forget:  we are stronger than him. There are more of us than there are of them.  And when the people rise, when we make our voices heard, no amount of corruption, intimidation, or injustice can silence us. They want us to be quiet. They want us to roll over and accept whatever scraps they throw our way. They want us tired, hopeless, and defeated. But  we don’t go easily. The Black Panthers never went easily. Malcolm X never went easily. Our ancestors never went easily. They fought, they organized, they protected their communities, and they stood against a system designed to keep them oppressed. They didn’t ask for justice; they  demanded  it. They didn’t wait for permission; they  too...