A lot of people like to use their social media platform to support and take sides on current events and issues. I can absolutely respect this, but personally speaking, that’s never felt good or authentic to me.
I believe most issues are more complex than social media posts and comments are equipped for. While I am always open to learning, growing, and engaging in respectful nuanced conversation, I haven’t seen enough evidence that suggests social media is the place for this. In fact, I’ve seen more evidence that these posts and comments contribute to further separation and divisiveness, which I don’t believe is the best way for me to help the situation.
As a result, I will not be using my platform in this way.
However, I also believe it’s important to stand for something, which is why I’ve created the following statement:
I support racial equality, gender equality, marriage equality, sex positivity, all LGBTQ+ identities, all gender identities, bodily and reproductive autonomy, all body types, and all religious/spiritual beliefs. Basically, I support anyone living their most authentic life (without hurting others).
I believe everyone should feel safe and respected to be themselves and to live their lives without fear (physical, emotional, or otherwise). I believe everyone’s basic needs should be met, and that everyone should be treated with dignity regardless of their background.
My personal core values are autonomy, respect, and well-being. It is a priority of mine to live, vote, and contribute in accordance of these values.
I do not tolerate hate, disrespect, or discrimination of any kind. Anyone perpetuating ideas or behaviors in any space or correspondence that is operated by me will be blocked.
Please know that nothing created by me (online or in print) is ever intended to be translated or interpreted in any way that goes against this statement of values or in any way that might cause any kind of harm. I may be imperfect with this sometimes, but I am doing my best and aim to continue to learn and improve. 💚