If we think about what allows us to go beyond, to be able to think and explore and daydream about 'what could I be,' we have to be comfortable right where we are.
VOL. 85 - THURSDAY, MAY 26
On May 15, 2022, 10 people were killed, and three were injured at a local supermarket in Buffalo, NY.
On May 24, 2022, 19 children and two teachers were killed at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.
May 25, 2022 was the second anniversary of George Floyd’s death and the 51st death anniversary of Joetha Collier.
The fact that we’re living and reliving the loss of innocent lives to senseless gun violence and inhumane police brutality in a matter of two weeks is unimaginable, especially for those who lost their loved ones this week, last week, and in our history as a nation.
In between these moments, we look at the local, state, and national governments to act. We lean on local activists and organizations to lead the charge and pressure our politicians to make a change. Unfortunately, we’re led into a cycle that doesn’t reach the desired result. Then we are faced with another tragedy, another life is lost, and that fear presents itself again. While we must continue to do what we can and show up when needed, we must also always protect our mental health.
Now more than ever presents a need to take a Mental Health Day if you haven’t done so this year. If you have, please take another. We’ve found this resource to be helpful for us in deciding when and how to take a personal day and provide suggestions on what you can do to preserve your peace and energy.
#NoteddTribe, we’re hosting an impromptu call tonight at 7PM for anyone interested in stepping away from their hustle and bustle and just being and sharing how they are feeling during this time. We all need a community to rally behind and vice versa. We can all sit together in silence if needed, but we want to stress and emphasize the importance of putting ourselves, particularly our mental health, as the priority. Join us if you can!
As we all take some time to rest for the long holiday weekend, we must also pay tribute to the African Americans, recently freed slaves in 1865, who founded the day as a way to provide a proper burial for the fallen Union soldiers. It later became a ritual of remembrance and consecration, but like so many other holidays, it's not one our ancestors are recognized for.
As always, #staynotedd!
In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month ABC News correspondent Janai Norman led a roundtable discussion with The Nap Ministry founder Tricia Hersey, The Okra Project founder Ianne Fields Stewart, and a New York-based psychotherapist Dr. Teresa Taylor Williams, on the topic of mental health and Black women, and how racial injustice and the “strong Black woman” trope impacts mental health.
Tuesday was the biggest primary day yet and likely the biggest of this year’s election season. Here’s a breakdown of the results from all 11 primary races in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Minnesota, and Texas. Stay on top of the upcoming races by checking out this list here!
May 2, 2022 is another date to remember, as this was the day that an all-Black, all-female news anchor team made their debut at a local Texas news station, KCEN. Congratulations to co-anchors Taheshah Moise and Jasmin Caldwell, and meteorologist Ashley Carter! If you’re in the central Texas area, check out their show, Texas Today, every weekday from 4:30 AM to 7:30 AM CT.
With Oklahoma becoming the first station to end the availability of abortions effectively and the list of US companies growing in offering abortion-related benefits, alternatives like self-induced medication abortion are now presented as options. The 19th shares the history behind this alternative and speaks with women who experienced this option first-hand.
From the discovering fake job interviews to fulfill diversity quotas at Wells Fargo to the declining number of Black women in senior leadership at Goldman Sachs, all we have to say about the banking industry right now is whew chile and smdh.
5% of all lawyers are Black, and only 2% are Black women. This is one of the reasons why Talia Scott launched Legally BLK Fund, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting aspiring Black women attorneys. Learn more about the financial burden and costs Black women law school students take on, how you can help Scott’s organization and more.
After Hurricane Katrina, Princess Dennar made history as the first Black woman to run a physician residency program at Tulane University. Nearly two decades later, Dr. Dennar makes history again. Only this time, fighting against the racial discrimination she and her team faced under their white leadership. Learn more about Dr. Dennar’s and the Tulane Seven’s story here.
High-functioning depression was first brought to our attention after learning about the devastating loss of Cheslie Kryst. So, we asked the question: what is high-functioning depression, and what are the signs to look out for yourself and your loved ones. We had an opportunity to speak with Jordan Madison, an individual, couple, and family therapist who has a passion for destigmatizing mental health in the Black community, to help us learn more.
HONORABLE MENTIONS
Revlon recently partnered with mental healthcare company Real to raise awareness around the importance of prioritizing your mental and emotional well-being in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. Through this partnership, the brands have come together to challenge the stigma behind self-care and provide affordable and accessible mental health resources to practice mental wellness daily. From now until July 1, you can receive a free month off a monthly membership or three months off a six-month membership with Real. Learn more by visiting the link below.
With COVID cases on the rise again, you may have missed the announcement that you can receive a third round of test kits to your household. Also, the U.S. Postal Service website says that each order now contains eight rapid antigen tests, four more than what was sent previously.
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