Celebrating Black History Month: Nurturing the Mind, Body, and Spirit
Hey y’all,
As we continue to immerse ourselves in the vibrant stories of Black History Month, I invite you to join in the celebration of Blackness that transcends boundaries, honors resilience and displays the active healing and liberation of my people.
The written and oral expression has and will always be a powerful tool used to viscerally expel the physical, spiritual, and mental hardships, joy, and all the emotions in between. Even to this day, I get chills attending a spoken word event; I assume Langston Hughes, poet and activist, felt the same beauty of the connection between the past and present.
Audre Lorde
A fearless poet and activist, Lorde emphasized the importance of self-care and self-love as acts of political warfare, which will always be! Her writings continue to echo the significance of nurturing our mental well-being.
James Baldwin
With his eloquent prose and insightful observations, Baldwin explored the intricacies of the human psyche, shedding light on the complexities of identity and the pursuit of inner peace.
Let us honor their wisdom by prioritizing our mental well-being, fostering spaces to just exist, and embracing the full spectrum of our emotions.
Get Involved
Join Made Space Seattle at the Byrd Barr Place on Saturday, February 24th, 2024.
This event is much more than a cocktail hour. This is about showcasing the fullness of Blackness, "Black is not a Monolith." As someone who was raised in the PNW, my parents and my community reminded me daily that my people and I are not what the media portrays or those with closed minds choose to believe. Blackness is, and will be, a vast expression of the human experience. Made Space is curating a night of art, live music, crafts, conversation, poetry, delicious cultural food, and lots and lots of beautiful Blackness.
Cheers,
Tiana M. Duncan
Owner of Team Indigo Movement
