I was wrong. — Steffie Funk - The Priestess Path

Jun 5

Jun 5 I was wrong.

Hi dear one,

I inadvertently offended someone I care about with a post I did earlier this week.

I can’t pretend to understand the depth of pain and anger that I may ignorantly minimize with my proclamations of “love always wins.”

While I fiercely stand by that truth, I realize I don’t know enough about race issues to contribute powerfully in this climate, as well-intended and inspired as it may be.

I’m navigating frustration as my throat chakra feels closed, paralyzed to say anything and feeling impotent in not saying anything.

I myself am experiencing emotions of feeling judged, attacked.

And it’s nothing compared to what people of color have endured for centuries.

So I have decided to mute myself officially.

I’m letting that discomfort be the sacred space I’m holding for the moment.

The discomfort of not knowing what to do until I am clearer, and above all to be open to learning and listening.

And in the meantime creating space for others’ voices to be heard.

I have ordered these books as a first step to help me tune into my next inspired action.

I’m paying attention.

I stand for and with all my brothers and sisters.

And it’s those of color who get extra love right now. I realize 'equality' is different than 'equity'.

Equality - evenly distributed tools and assistance (does not equalize opportunity)
Equity - custom tools and assistance to identify and address inequality and equalize opportunity

I will share other helpful resources I come across on my Instagram stories.

I've never been a "political" person. And this isn't politics - it's human rights.

Bottom line is: Black lives matter.

And my community has no space for negative attitudes towards or the discrimination of Black people.

And I'm sorry I haven't done more.

Til next week, holding space from here with great love...

Steffie