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To Be Black, Suicidal, And Dedicated To Keeping Black Life Sacred

My greatest fear is dying by the hands of white supremacists and just becoming a hashtag that eventually loses steam. But, I frequently do want to die. TW: This essay discusses suicidality, mentions of Black death, inpatient stays, madness, abuse, police encounter, hopelessness, and depression.  By Lennox Orion It is 2012, I am 15-years-old and...

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Music Monday, Jul 4: Lizzo, Blood Orange, Rihanna, and Maxwell

Independence Day, July 4th, whatever you choose to call it… it’s still a Music Monday. Here’s some bangers and ballads to keep you going through your work day, dancing at the grill, or blocking out the uninvited *bangs* and *pows* for those who are coping with PTSD. We start with Lizzo’s uplifting “Good As Hell.”...