#community strength

[itsmythang]

Will America survive?

The U.S. has survived deeply divisive and damaging political periods before, but that doesn’t mean the consequences are harmless or automatically repaired. Leaders come and go. Institutions, laws, courts, elections, and the choices citizens make afterward tend to shape what remains.

So the more honest answer is: survival depends on what people protect, defend, and rebuild—not just on one person eventually leaving the stage.

[bolaneno]

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[melanatedmedia2]

🎉✨ Celebrating National Black Barbershop Day! ✂️❤️

Today, we honor the incredible legacy of Black barbershops—places that not only hold tremendous significance within our communities but also play a vital role in preserving and promoting Black culture. Beyond just being spots for a fresh haircut, these barbershops are vibrant cultural hubs, rich with history, conversation, and connection.

Step inside a Black barbershop, and you’ll immediately feel the energy. The sound of clippers buzzing fills the air, intermingling with hearty laughter and lively debates about everything from sports to politics. Walls lined with photographs tell the stories of generations—images of families, local legends, and milestones that weave the fabric of the community together. These spaces not only capture the essence of shared experiences but also preserve our cultural stories, where every haircut comes with a side of wisdom and camaraderie.

Let’s take a moment to appreciate the talented barbers who aren’t just artisans with clippers but also trusted confidants and community leaders. They shape our styles and, in doing so, uplift our spirits. With every snip, they empower individuals, promoting self-confidence and unity in a world that often feels disconnected. Their expertise goes far beyond technique; it encompasses cultural pride and a deep understanding of the people they serve. Their leadership in our communities is truly inspiring.

Whether you’re getting your hair styled for a special occasion or simply stopping by to catch up, barbershops are where relationships flourish. They are spaces where stories are passed down, advice is given, and laughter is shared over a classic barbershop tune. Today is a reminder to uplift these beloved establishments that form the backbone of our neighborhoods.

So, let’s celebrate together! Share your favorite memories from your local barbershop—those heartfelt conversations, the unforgettable characters you’ve met, and the laughter still in your mind. Your stories are what make these barbershops special. Tag your barber and give them a shout-out for their hard work and dedication.

Join in honoring the legacy of Black barbershops and their priceless contribution to community, culture, and connection. Let’s keep the conversation going and shine a light on these sanctuaries of style and community! If you haven’t already, consider visiting a Black barbershop in your area to experience their unique culture and connection.💈🙌

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[itsmythang]

Prophecy. You were warned. Black women have a strong power of discernment.

Black women have been reading the room correctly for a long time, and too often getting dismissed until the consequences hit everyone else.

Y’all mocked the warnings, ignored the pattern, and now want amnesia? Nah. Black women saw exactly what this was. We know struggle and it's in our DNA to survive. You're children's children will pay for your hate.

Black communities know what it means to endure, adapt, and survive systems designed to make survival harder. We know struggle. Survival has been demanded of us for generations. While some chose fear, resentment, and hate, we chose endurance. The damage done by that hate doesn’t just disappear—it echoes forward.

[itsmythang]

Black people didn’t survive centuries of slavery, segregation, systemic racism, economic sabotage, and social oppression by accident.

We survived because community was never optional—it was survival. Extended family, chosen family, neighbors, church mothers, aunties, cousins…we built support systems when institutions failed or outright targeted us.

We survived because culture became armor. Music, art, storytelling, literature, humor—those weren’t just entertainment. They were therapy, resistance, history lessons, and proof of our humanity.

We survived because Black joy itself is resistance. Choosing laughter, celebration, beauty, love, and pleasure in a world that constantly tries to burden Black existence is revolutionary. We survived because faith gave people somewhere to put hope when reality gave them every reason to despair. Churches and spiritual spaces weren’t just about religion—they were organizing hubs, sanctuaries, and places to restore the soul.

And yes, we survived because we adapted. We learned to navigate systems never built for us, to strive while exhausted, to endure what would break many others.

That resilience is beautiful—but let’s not romanticize the conditions that made it necessary. These racist, low IQ, blue-eyed demons are mad because now they are poor and little Becky brought them a Black grandbaby. I love this for them. This country was built for them to succeed, but many of them wanted to stand on the necks of others instead of working hard to achieve success.

[veltroxx]

reblog if you believe that the true strength of a community lies in its ability to lift each other up during hard times. when we support one another, we redefine what resilience looks like. lets keep building bridges, not walls.

[asm5129]

Firstly, when you get this, you have to answer with 5 things you like about yourself, publicly. Then, send this ask to 10 of your favorite followers (non-negotiable, positivity is cool).

Oh no, you’ve found my weakness 😅

No but seriously, this is actually a good ask and I think useful for a lot of us right now.

1) I’m a fantastic problem solver. I’m often pretty capable of coming up with creative alternatives and/or solutions to challenge or even circumvent barriers.

2) I’m deeply loyal and dedicated to my friends, family, community and the things I believe in.

3) I’m always working to better myself. (Not always in the healthiest ways but in working on that too)

4) I am an idealist in a world of cynics and have Hopepunk in my soul. I truly, sincerely believe in hope and love and passion and dreams and the strength of humanity and community and connection and I don’t seem capable of getting that beat out of me, and I’m glad that that’s the case.

5) I put tremendous value on honesty and aligning my actions with my words so that people have no problem believing me when it’s needed most.