During the month of November, citizens in the United States reflect upon what they are thankful for and generally do so with family and loved ones over a meal. In my opinion, this simple act should become commonplace in a human being’s everyday existence and taught to our children early. This month’s post acknowledges the atrocities committed against Native peoples in the United States of America while honoring the resilience of Indigenous folks and their erasure from history books.
In the state of California, it is a tradition to pay homage to the original tribes that occupied the land upon which Americans live and work. Moving beyond this gesture to responsibly discuss the impacts of colonization is a more bold move, however, and should be investigated thoroughly and thoughtfully. Researching the history of the territory where one resides is a starting point, but building relationships with those in Native communities is a more powerful way to dismantle racist structures and practices embedded in the fabric of society.
For this season of giving, I’m thankful to have launched my consulting business exactly a year and a half ago. I’m extremely thankful for my family and friends, those that have survived the Covid 19 pandemic and those that I lost. Their memories will never be forgotten. I’m thankful for obtaining wisdom and knowledge from many beautiful people that I’ve met over the past year and for the resources I’ve gathered to increase my skill set. I’m thankful for my faith which sustains me daily and allows my light to shine brightly in dark places. Wishing you peace, joy and good health this season.
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