Thank you so much for mentioning that not everyone can do activism in the same way! I can’t walk or stand that long but there’s plenty I can do without physically marching!!!
@yunglynda1326
6 ай бұрын
same here!
@kelly-annmaddox
6 ай бұрын
Yes, it's so important that we all support each other's efforts and understand each other's needs. ❤ Thanks for watching. X
@kelly-annmaddox
6 ай бұрын
@@yunglynda1326❤❤❤
@wereshem-ankh9063
6 ай бұрын
As someone who was over a decade activist for Marriage Equality and the LGBTIQ+ community here in South Australia, I can understand the exhaustion after every activist action. Also the anxiety leading up to every demonstration. I recommend being gentle with yourself afterwards such a demonstration and try, where you can, to rest. As an empath we pick up lots of emotional barrage (from both sides), and I know from experience I used to wake up every time feeling like I'd been hit by a train. I send you all my love and strength Kelly-Ann, may your activism shine brightly. Keep standing up for those who cannot always stand alone.
@WillowEtain
6 ай бұрын
This was an excellent video for people who have never taken part in protests before. I have attended several protests over the years here in the states for a variety of different causes and I love the idea of making lists before you go of you ARE willing or planning to do and what you ARENT willing to do or plan to do. It's important because things can so sideways very quickly depending on the cause. My two cents is to take someone with you if at all possible and stay together (especially if you are female), pay attention to the crowd and your surroundings. When you are in a large crowd there can be people there whose sole intent is to start violence. I don't say to scare anyone but at least here in the states things can escalate very quickly and you have to be aware of that before making the commitment to go.
@activistwitch
6 ай бұрын
This video is so necessary thank you Kelly Ann. I'm my city of Cardiff I've been so proud to see every week since the 7th of October we have had protests and events. Palestine solidarity Cymru and black lives matter Cardiff have been at the forefront and as a queer Arab with it made me feel like belonging more than anywhere else I ever lived before. Unique synchronisation too because just last week I needed to connect with the beach and as Cardiff doesn't quite have one we went to Swansea to just take a moment to breathe. Ps: OUTSTANDING MUSIC TASTE WITH OURTRO BY M83!!!
@clairdeluna70
6 ай бұрын
Gratitude rather than guilt. Thank you for that, and all you do and stand for, Kelly-Ann. Blessings.
@beanbaghagwag
6 ай бұрын
Thank you for doing what I am unable to and for sharing the experience of it.
@Rosielalea
6 ай бұрын
This is one of the most beautifully empowering videos I have ever been present for. I have a (not looking forward to)meeting tomorrow that I have to attend and this has really helped me to reframe my thoughts and recognise I can step into my power and sovereign authority while remaining open to the views of the others who will be there. I’m really feeling that ritual of intent ❤and along with the work I’ve been doing on what energy I want to hold in the meeting. A ritual of intent will support me in being clearer about things. Thank you Kelly Ann you are in my prayers of what I am grateful for today. 🧡🌀💜
@EvelynAlice7
6 ай бұрын
Thank you for always being so inclusive regarding activism. I do what I can in terms of boycotting, sharing on my socials and small donations that I can manage when I feel I can. Protest is power ❤ thank you
@kelly-annmaddox
6 ай бұрын
❤💋
@GuffeyYT
6 ай бұрын
Ms. Kelly-Ann, thank you so much for this. Blessed be.
@adriannademadriguera4859
6 ай бұрын
Thank you as always for sharing your beauty and wisdom. Be well and safe.
@elineeugenie5224
6 ай бұрын
Thank you for saying 'get the drama going' You're so brave. I love your recommendations, I've been overspending my soul in a lot of ways, i need to get it together.
@bonnroberts1722
6 ай бұрын
Thinking of you today xx
@kelly-annmaddox
6 ай бұрын
❤❤❤
@Sacredjourneywithin
6 ай бұрын
You’re still the best, even after all these years ❤
@kelly-annmaddox
6 ай бұрын
🥹❤️
@Laylalaughslast
6 ай бұрын
I love that you’re wearing your Hedwig shirt. ⚡️ But a very helpful video overall.
@Bjorn_Algiz
6 ай бұрын
Hope our brothers and sisters in Palestine get all the support they need 🇵🇸 ❤😢 hail!
@kelly-annmaddox
6 ай бұрын
❤❤❤
@Rosielalea
6 ай бұрын
May it be so 🙏🏼🤲🇵🇸
@Muggle1983
6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for sharing all of this ❤
@Pasha-rl2om
6 ай бұрын
It's so beautiful at the beach there I want so bad to visit the UK ❤
@urbanehexe
6 ай бұрын
thank you so much for this. ❤🍉
@Lunarclaireity
6 ай бұрын
You’re freakin AMAZING!!!!! ❤❤❤
@arlinejernigan
6 ай бұрын
I love everything you have said, it can all be applied to so much. I especially ;eve wha you said about guild and focusing on gratitude. These things are such good reminders. I would love to hear how you got started with your passion for activism and what brought you to the point of where you are now. You have a giant heart. Thank you for your bold and robust voice.
@samanthagrey398
6 ай бұрын
Here in support of your ongoing anti terrorism protest......Pro- Palestine!! 365/7......
@WishboneWoody
6 ай бұрын
Protest is worship ❤🍉🤲🇵🇸📿
@ladyamalthea85
6 ай бұрын
It is 44°c here today, I might stay in 🤣 the greatest tragedy of my life is not living near the beach anymore 😭
@teslagoth9401
6 ай бұрын
The sound of the sea is nice. My cat woke me up at 4am by puking on the bed so thank you ❤
@MichaelaBennison
6 ай бұрын
Thank you for your advice. I'll definitely use them next time I protest. I've only ever protested on my own and I find the marching/chanting fine but I find the rallies overwhelming. I think it's being alone in a stationary crowd. Do you have any tips for that part when protesting alone? ❤🍉🇵🇸
@kelly-annmaddox
6 ай бұрын
I have a friend who also finds stationary rallies uncomfortable. She prefers to be moving and doesn't attend stationary things. Can you tell me exactly what it is that makes you uneasy, so I can better advise you, darling? ❤
@MichaelaBennison
6 ай бұрын
@@kelly-annmaddox thank you, sorry for the delay I didn't know you'd replied to me. I think it's that I'm scared of being trapped or kettled and not being able to get out and not being with anyone I know and can trust. When I went to a protest years ago (I think it was a pro-EU one back when Brexit had been voted in) there was a stationary part of the match when everyone was gathered around parliament but I could see the side streets and people were still moving past so I felt ok. At the Palestine protest in January (I think it must have been the one in this video) I got to the edge of the parliament square rally and I didn't want to go in and not be able to get out so I went home, but I felt guilty. I'd like to be able to stay and hear the speeches. But I don't want to end up not being able to get home safely. Especially as a black mixed race woman and the police presence. I'm going to the protest tomorrow (3rd Feb), and I'll defo use your other tips. Thanks again ❤🍉
@kelly-annmaddox
6 ай бұрын
@@MichaelaBennison First of all, well done for attending a pro-EU protest. 😉 It sounds like you are uncomfortable in the middle of a large crowd if you can't see the periphery beyond it. Kind of like a claustrophobic feeling? If that situation isn't good for your mental wellbeing, it's understandable that you would assess the area and make a decision at the time about whether to leave or not. Don't feel bad for having to leave the Parliament Square rally. You made an assessment that it might not be good for you and that's fine. There's no need to feel guilty. 💗 If you want to feel more comfortable being in a large, static crowd, I'd suggest having something to focus on, like an object to play with in your hands, something to fidget with, to get any nervous tension out. I like playing with bracelets, small toy gadgets, crystals, amulets of various types , and worry dolls are pretty good. I also recommend focusing on the breath and reciting mantras or words of power in your mind to steady you. But if the energy becomes too overwhelming, take a deep, calm breath and ask people to make way for you to leave. I have never been to a protest where people aren't extremely good about creating space for someone exiting. You can sometimes reassess the energy once you get to the edge of the crowd and decide that it's ok there. Being able to leave and make your way home safely is paramount. I totally get your concern about being at a protest later in the day when numbers are dwindling and police presence is strong. If you ever happen to find yourself in that situation and you feel unsafe, do look out for the protest organisers in the vests with the campaign insignia on, usually holding leaflets, donation buckets, clipboards etc. They've all been trained as protest stewards. Some of them are also legal advisors. They can attend if you're being hassled by police, and they may just feel safe to stand with until you get your bearings. Sorry if this is all stuff that you know - I'm just throwing loads of ideas out there. If you're attending alone, join the Palestinian Youth Movement - their blocs all aim to stay together, If you attend with anyone else in the future, defo let them know that dense, static crowds aren't your thing, so if the protest halts and things get crowded, they need to either follow you where you're going or help you get to the outer edge. x
@MichaelaBennison
6 ай бұрын
Thanks @@kelly-annmaddox. These tips are really helpful. I ended up doing some of them instinctively at the protest (giving myself permission to leave if I wanted, staying at the edge where I could see people moving in and on it of the crowd) and was able to stay for several speeches at the rally before heading home. Thanks again for your advice and taking the time to reply so thoroughly 😊 xxx
@kelly-annmaddox
6 ай бұрын
@@MichaelaBennison I'm really glad you managed the protest so well and stayed safe. ❤️
@PatienceAthens
6 ай бұрын
❤ Thank you. Has anyone ever told you how much you resemble the woman who plays Rouge on X-Men? You are so beautiful 😍 Take care
@kelly-annmaddox
6 ай бұрын
Hehe, yes, people tell me this a lot. 🥰 Massive compliment x
@enchanted_wildflower_
6 ай бұрын
Could you maybe make a video about being friends with your ex? Since you mentioned being best friends with your ex. My ex just broke up with me two months ago and I know I'm not ready for being friends with him yet, but eventually that's what we both want. Also can you talk about your experience with learning Russian maybe? Thats so cool! And I think you mentioned that you used to live in Russia even?? I took Russian at a school (10 years ago) but don't remember anything unfortunately. I always wanted to start again though
@kelly-annmaddox
6 ай бұрын
This comment inspired me. I'll make a video about my experience of being friends with my ex, for sure. I hope you're ok, post-breakup, darling. Sending you lots of healing. I may talk about my travels in Russia at some point too, yeah. I would love to get out there again at some distant point when all the foolishness is over, goddess willing.
@enchanted_wildflower_
6 ай бұрын
@kelly-annmaddox @kelly-annmaddox Thank you so much ❤️ I'm not really okay, but I'll get there eventually. And I hope you are able to travel to Russia again one day :)
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