So much has changed since I wrote my last article on Black History Month 2021 – for me personally and for so many ADHD adults, especially those whose presence intersects other minoritized or racialised groups. But the issues still swirl around us under a somewhat woolly blanket of DE & I. Honestly, these initials, acronyms make my toes curl.
Am I the only one who feels a sense that we are in a *situational tango* of going forwards with so many words and goodwill, whilst a second later, flicking backwards into some heavy and hardcore polarisation that ties us in knots?
I don’t comment on certain platforms for fear of being labelled or put in a category. I craft and re-read posts to avoid being mis-understood, making sure I read comments sections, to avoid jumping in with both feet. In short, I take huge care about how I communicate online, to avoid being mis-represented or hurting someone’s feelings.
I see the value in more strident voices too, as balance in always necessary. I haven’t written or responded to specific commissions this year’s #bhm2022 as I am focusing on self-awareness and personal reflection, whilst trying to make an impact in the areas I am directly responsible for.
In summary, my feelings this year are to hone in on the micro, the ‘safe’ spaces where your voice will be listened to and heard. Where conversation can be calm, measured as well as challenging. And I will be trying to keep the big feelings of injustice and anger in proportion, and learning to sit in a place of acceptance of what is and positive projection for what is to come.
What are your thoughts on black history month?
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FOCUS MAGAZINE
Here’s the piece I write for Focus ADULT ADHD Magazine in 2021.