u/hikerintherustbelt

I'm not mixed but have know ln a ton of mixed folks in my life and I hate seeing so many of y'all so down on yourselves here. In my experience mixed people are some of the most empathetic and broadminded people out there. Not to mention just straight up beautiful! Who else has a foot authentically in two or more cultures? Its a bridge of understanding that few can match. Anyway fuck all the gatekeepers. Y'all are great the way you are.

Why don't folks on this sub just join Class Unity? I'm not a member and don't know a whole lot about it but on its face it makes sense. What do folks know about this particular DSA sect? I appreciate any insight you all might have.

Just some words of encouragement for my friends struggling out there: Sometimes its as simple as remembering your phone has an off button. Its so refreshing to cut the digital cord and just turn that fucker off and toss it like an old toy. It's empowering. At times I even forget about it completely. Separation from our digital dysopia can be joyus!

Another thing I find helpful is rembering that half the shit you find online is just bots manipulating now. It's getting worse everyday so there's never been a better time to cut the cord! See you guys out in the real world. Much love.

My family and I are daily watchers and are having a difficult time finding shows that fill the big shoes left by his unfortunate departure. What are you all watching to fill the void? The Daily Show? Last Week Tonight? Any suggestions would be appreciated!

Seems like folks are always trying to layer on more apps and devices to replace or modify the nightmare rectangle. I've found more peace in just re-engaging with my environment and community. Priortizing that instead, my drive to use my smartphone has lessened itself naturally over time and allowed it to stick as a habit.

Too often we adapt our culture to fit the newest technology. I think we should adapt our technology to our culture and values.

Avoid addictive algos. **Stick to the things on your device that bring you closer what you value.** For me its mostly calling and texting with friends, listening to audiobooks and podcasts and using general organizing and planning tools like calendar and notes apps. **Adopting what forsters the ideas and relationships that make life meaningful and rejecting the rest.**

**Remember that we are ultimately in control.** No matter how they try to addict us. Its up to us to build a better culture and thrive despite the massive algorithmic manipulation going on.

Thank you all for this community. You've been an inspiration!

Anybody know of buy nothing groups in Detroit or the Warren area that aren't on Facebook? Thanks!