This breaks my heart into pieces that I am slow to pick up, on purpose.
I want to send support to all the people who proudly work through systems that intentionally silence their voices, question the hard work presented, and expect so much more energy than any pay will ever equate to. I want to send gratitude because it really takes a tough shell to sit in rooms with people who are there strictly for business covered as DEI and dismiss those who advocate, educate, and demonstrate what needs to be done to create the change we NEED to see. I want to send prayers of strength to the people who need the spiritual energy to keep going and providing the solutions to the injustice we continue to still experience. Hug those close to you as we all need a little warmth.