Why History Told Accurately Matters
Indigenous Peoples' Day, Historical Narratives and Truth, Mental Health and Healing, Cultural Resilience and Identity, Intergenerational and Historical Trauma, Decolonization and Social Justice, Tanisha Christie LCSW Tanisha Christie Indigenous Peoples' Day, Historical Narratives and Truth, Mental Health and Healing, Cultural Resilience and Identity, Intergenerational and Historical Trauma, Decolonization and Social Justice, Tanisha Christie LCSW Tanisha Christie

Why History Told Accurately Matters

Christopher Columbus, once regarded as a towering symbol of American heroism, is now widely recognized as a far more complicated and problematic figure. For generations, he was celebrated in the United States as the brave explorer who "discovered" America, his story woven into the fabric of national identity. However, this narrative conveniently set aside the brutal realities of colonization, disease, and devastation that followed his arrival. As more people confront the historical truths surrounding Columbus’s legacy, an important shift has begun to take place. Many are now rejecting the myths and choosing to honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day instead of Columbus Day, acknowledging the ongoing harm his legacy represents.

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On Violence: An essay on the enduring challenge 
Activism and Social Justice, Violence and Conflict, Social Issues and Social Change, Economic Systems and Inequality, Tanisha Christie LCSW Tanisha Christie Activism and Social Justice, Violence and Conflict, Social Issues and Social Change, Economic Systems and Inequality, Tanisha Christie LCSW Tanisha Christie

On Violence: An essay on the enduring challenge 

Violence continues to permeate societies worldwide, leaving indelible marks on all of us.  Its persistence has made it a central focus for scholars across various disciplines, particularly psychology and sociology, alongside news outlets and social media.

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Being with Suffering
Mental Health and Well-being, Activism and Social Justice, Empathy and Understanding, Resilience and Compassion, Personal Growth, Community Support, Tanisha Christie LCSW Tanisha Christie Mental Health and Well-being, Activism and Social Justice, Empathy and Understanding, Resilience and Compassion, Personal Growth, Community Support, Tanisha Christie LCSW Tanisha Christie

Being with Suffering

The news is awful. There’s no way to sugar coat it. You can’t ignore it (and empaths, really can’t.) You can’t unsee the things you’ve seen and some feel like it’s their duty to be a constant witness. Small talk might be getting harder for you; and you might find irritation at those who seem like they're always ‘happy’ or are apolitical about what’s happening around them. Platitudes feel lame and, at best, don't really seem appropriate to the times.

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