Help People

No, I'm serious dammit

I’ve had two full nights of sleep this entire year.

I am delirious and at my wits end. But that’s not why I’m here.

I want you all to understand my intentions when I ask for support

Is it to crowdfund for my survival? Yes, yes it is.

But it’s more than that.

- I want to show folks how to get creative with mutual aid and community care.

- I want folks to truly see the needs of people in their own community and take ACTION without prompt.

- I want to model asking for support for as long as you need it.

- I want to show you how vital community is to our collective survival.

- I want folks to deeply understand that those who have the power to create an equitable society, aren’t people like me. I have ideas for days but when it comes to resources? I’m a poor.

People that have money have the power.

Please be clear, I’m not powerless.

What I’m saying is that cash gets shit done.

While I’m incredibly grateful for the support of my own efforts, what I really hope is that you’ve:

- Taken an impactful action for someone in your community
- Been inspired to have a new thought about how to help others (ex: community care credit)
- Made mutual aid part of your everyday life
- Started to see folks who need support with empathy and compassion. We didn’t fuck up, society failed us.
- Used your resources and privilege to invest in the wellness of others

And it ain’t gotta be me, ever.

There are way too many folks in similar situations with the same trash ass story that wasn’t their fault.

We aren’t hard to find if you choose to see us.

We’ve been screaming for help our entire lives. Many of us are tired, weary and quiet, but we’re still here.

Help people.

Please.

As for myself, my emotional wellness, my physical safety and my mental health - that’s what I care about.

To wrap this up, can I just drink NyQuil to pass out or nah? I’m sleep deprived and desperate over here…

Ask for help if you need it.
Help folks if you can.

We deserve better.