The Hate U Give
The Hate U Give is a fabulous book. 10/10 recommended. If you’re less into reading, the movie is also excellent.
And relevant on all the days.
This was a line offered from mother to daughter before she did a very brave thing. I’m not saying more because I hate spoilers. I will say this: if you want to understand why Black Lives Matter matters so much, seek out content from Black creators.
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Brave is a recovery requirement.
Brave is a healing requirement.
Brave is a requirement for taking up space.
Brave is a requirement for setting limits.
Brave is a requirement for upholding boundaries.
Brave is a requirement for standing up for what is right.
Brave is a requirement for changing patterns that don’t serve us.
Brave is a requirement for upholding standards for the humans we allow into our space.
Brave is a requirement for asking for help.
Brave is a requirement for really living.
Brave is necessary at every step.
And brave doesn’t mean that you’re not terrified.
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👉👉 Tell me about a brave thing that you’ve done. Nothing is too small to be celebrated. I can’t wait.
