Tyree De Loach joins American Self to talk about his spirituality, gender and the dissolution of America as we know it.

The plan this week was to release the first of the conversations recorded for this project. The nature of these conversations is more important now than ever. Most of them were recorded before the murder of George Floyd at the hands of police and before the powerful response that has engulfed our nation. In no way do I wish to diminish this incredibly vital moment nor do I wish to take away from the conversation that came before, so we will postpone their release for the time being.

I was not prepared for the events of last week. I attended the protest on friday. I was overwhelmed and exhausted, I was riddled with anxiety and had to return home. Sitting in my car I felt helpless and weak, I felt like an imposter for leaving. Watching the incredibly powerful protesters stand tall in the face of this brutal, systemic injustice I felt as if I had failed.

But the front lines are not the only arena in which to fight. I had to regroup and find my strength. I realized the front line may not be where my strength lies. Radical changes needs work in many arenas, across a multitude of fronts, utilizing an incredible array of abilities and powers.

This is where I can help. I will not be silent, nor will I be silenced by a fear of not doing enough.

I believe these conversations to be absolutely needed in our fight for sustainable reformation.