#Repost @ryansdreamscape (@get_repost)・・・Joyful Militancy.What does it mean to find the deep roots o
#Repost @ryansdreamscape (@get_repost)・・・Joyful Militancy. What does it mean to find the deep roots of joy in the context of a society built on the horrors of racism, heteronormative patriarchy, colonialism, classism? In a society that systemically pathologizes dissent, anger directed at marginalization, and resistance by active self defense? It means directly challenging what it means to be “happy.” Building joy means finding your soul in the struggles of daily life along side the struggle for liberation. It means never forgetting to play. To sing. To fight. To organize. To kiss. To bond. To never give up. Our culture wants us to be “happy” though apathy. Through numbing out in front of TVs and behind the back end of a bottle of whiskey. Through high priced vacations and fancy cars. Houses big enough for multiple families. Militant joy is not only how we act, but, how we transform our very own internal experience. Militant joy is resistance.-Militant joy is fundamentally believing that all people have within themselves the power to love, to live in harmony, and to build a community that works for all of us. It’s about moving away from the dominator culture’s modes of discourse through force and coercion. Opening ones self to diversity and adaptability. Being active in lifting others up. It is the fundamental belief that a better world is possible and that we can all be welcome there. Some of us just need more time to see it.-This book, (so far) is becoming one of the most important books of my life. It came into my life now. It’s taking me deep within myself and forcing me to deconstruct my own experiences. How I navigate the world. Who I want to be. There’s always room for growth. The seed on the cover could not have been more perfect. There’s always room for growth. -Thank you to all my comrades, friends, and family that have made my life joyful. Loving a combat veteran is a heroic undertaking. I’m in aw and humbled by all of you who have never given up on me. With love & comradeship #joyfulmilitancy #resist #fightback #anarchism #dance #sing #adapt #believe #nevergiveup -- source link
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