MY Non-Black Privilege
I was born with un-white skin, a foreign name, one Middle Eastern Muslim parent, and one Agnostic Jewish parent. Later, bussed across town to the “black school” in the name…
Understanding the burden of carrying the blame, and the journey of reclaiming identity and self-worth.
When Family Betrayal Shadows Celebration
Things I struggle with—all special days. Mother’s Day reminded me of the last time I sat with my mother and sister. I have a framed picture from that dinner, which…
Becoming Whole After Decades of Dis-Integration
I am… According to MBTI, an ISFJ Enneagram: almost equally #8 and #4 (UPDATE: after taking the paid test at Ian Morgan Cron, I lean more toward #8) On the cusp…
Grandma’s Favorite—awww so sweet, y’all
This post is taken directly from how.i.rebuilt.myself. The "me too " which I feel when I read her posts is priceless-helping survivors heal, one post at a time. Fake chivalry of the covert…