What a tragic week in the world. But, really what a tragic 400 years in human history. Our country is founded on racism and white supremacy. Racism is part of the American fabric like apple pie, and woven into our educational, law enforcement and judicial systems that we as white people benefit from daily. So, if we're shocked and saddened stay with that - we should be. But please don't stay quiet; let's not pretend to be victims. There's a book called "White Fragility" for a reason. And all of us who are white are racist until we actively choose and act differently. Unlearning racism is a lifetime journey. None of us are born racist, but we are socialized that way from birth. Every day, we as white people actively benefit from racism. Now is the time when we get to decide where we put our voice and if we are willing to learn the REAL history and reality of this country. Awareness is only the first agent of positive change. Today in this very moment, we get to decide if we are going to see the TRUTH of centuries of racism in this country. White people who see the TRUTH, we must now commit to 100% more action. Don't let Black families carry this burden. We can stand in solidarity on social media. Educate ourselves. Ask our elected officials what they are doing. Put pressure on them. Call our police departments to inquire how their department is going to proactively respond and ask/encourage/demand that our tax dollars be spent on trainings in racial profiling and implicit bias. Until people in public safety are tried to the fullest extent of the law for murdering innocent Black citizens, commit to staying active. As long as the law protects the murder of Black lives at the hand of "public safety," while white terrorists are peacefully arrested - keep talking, sharing and stay active. Our civic duty as white people is to stop racism with more education and more action. Resource list to come.
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Social Distancing Day 71 It's Day 71 of social distancing. 2 months and one week of this #quarantinelife. Can you believe it? We're all stressed as parents today. It's just a matter of how stressed. Even if you're enjoying this time, it's not like it's always easy. And sadly, for some families it is a full on crisis. This time hasn't always been fair to our children or to us. We all can benefit from a little stress check-in, so we can get the support we need during this time and prepare for the next leg of the journey. Mental Health is our health! So, I invite you to: 1) look over the information below to reflect on your stress levels. 2) Email me your response, so I can help get you the proper support. And for free crisis support during the corona virus: Text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor or click here for the crisistextline website. For more resources, visit Mental Health America here. |
Mama Megan
Hi friends, I write from the heart to tell my life story, and the story of those in my neighborhood called life. Research shows that our children's emotional & mental health is contingent upon us parents being able to tell our life story, or "coherent narrative." This is my coherent narrative, my life story in the making, with some of what I love in life too. My goal is to share my life in a way that is real, uplifting & positive- sometimes serious, sometimes fun. In my practice, I inspire parents to empowerment through reclaiming our life stories and learning respectful discipline. My work is my offering to our children- our future. Wishing you all a happy family! Archives
May 2021
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