empathy

Shame exposes us, and it puts us in very vulnerable positions. Oftentimes, it can feel as if one is being thrown into oceans to drown and into fires to burn. However, in the same way, I believe that shame is the liferaft or fire extinguisher that prevents us from suffering from our mistakes; it cannot be denied that as much as it feels like it’s causing harm, there are moments when it’s saving us as well.

At least make our love a sound that creates music. / That creates a feeling, a feeling similar to mine. / With that music, that sound, that feeling, please read me. 

When you cast your ballot, make sure you share your voice. As you share your voice, make sure you are the one speaking.

I am instantly reminded of what unites my Latine family, and I become hungry at the thought of food. Beyond its tastiness and incredible seasoning — which I will soon obsess over — Latine food symbolizes cultural harmony and solidarity. 

We see the pain of fictional characters. We watch other characters grieve over the death as they go through feelings of denial, turmoil, sadness and anger.

I'm not different than anybody else. There is a deeper truth that binds us all together. It is best said by Maya Angelou in my favorite poem, “Human Family"