Sometimes the hype is NOT overrated.Human excitement is not worthless,Enthusiasm is priceless andMotivation can be borrowedFor we don’t always have it in us.Vibes aren’t a flaw of modernity-They are an essential life forceThat drives many of us along.The often-scorned energy of a crowdMay not be enough to sustain usAnd indeed group-think has the the power […]
Read more "On hype"There is nothing sophisticatedAbout expecting little from Africans.Nothing particularly imaginativeAbout reinforcing the worst stereotypesIt is great folly to imagine you’re getting any largerWhen you’re really just making others smaller.Afro-pessimismIs the phenomenon of associating blacknessWith inherent inferiority,Almost gleefully grasping at the tiniestBits of evidence to supportA damning story line.Furthermore,Such defamation can be perpetratedBy anyoneIncluding Africans themselves-Indeed […]
Read more "Afro-pessimism"Being at home with a person you care about. Being told “Yes” when it really matters. Being glad that you said “Yes”. Finding money in a random pocket. Giving money away. When you work things out with your person after a fight. Receiving a genuine apology. That light unforced touch that says “You matter”. Sharing […]
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