Task list for this weekend
I am always keeping task lists, particularly on Facebook. It's part of an accountability strategy using social media. If I have said that I am going to do something, particularly within a public space, I am more likely to get it done. In addition, I believe in sharing information. Perhaps in posting about an opportunity I am pursuing someone on my list might be inspired to apply now or later. Most of the folks who regularly follow my posts are other writers of color. Considering that our voices are often marginalized and that rejection can be internalized as feelings of unworthiness, I think on this public posting of aspirations and applications and to-dos as a way to push back on erasure, to resist. By claiming the importance of my own voice and that I can do whatever-it-is, that I am worthy, I am also hoping that other writers of color and folks from marginalized groups also are activated in their/our flourishing. We have important work to do and necessary stories to voice. We deserve to walk with pride wherever we are.