BNP Testimonies “On Surviving the Apocalypse”

In response to the staggering election results in which many members of marginalized communities experienced how disconnected they were from their fellow citizens as the country elected bigotry and hatred; Black Nerd Problems put out the call to hear how people were coping. Here is a collection of short essays on what we’re doing, just to get by. The Threat: Blossom Bri    Twitter: @atarigems/ Instagram: blackmindsmatterproject A prayer and a promise in the form of a young black woman, her ancestor’s wildest dream. On surviving the apocalypse, I remember that most importantly I am loved. The one thing this election has shown me is that the best tactic they have is isolation. Now more than ever I find myself in situations where I am extremely vulnerable, my life being on the line every day. Being vulnerable is powerful; admitting when I’m not okay is a strength. Being recognized as an organizer, writer and future educator, I’ve begun to realize that many people need me. They need me more than ever and they are gonna seek guidance. I know a lot of people are gungho about trying to fight the war. Very gungho. People are ready to organize like the Fire Nation is about to attack or looking for the Seven Dragon Balls. We all wish we had that kind of power seen in our favorite movies, shows, and anime, but collective liberation doesn’t work like that. I too was once a wide-eyed millennial ready to look and danger in its face. Even though I screamed so much all the women of me grew t…