Lydia Querian

SF / HI / PH
Gongster Mother | Pinay Entrepreneur |💃 & 🎵 Artist | Designer | Warrior
@dailymalong @houseofgongs @gongsaway @divinecreatives

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

Undervaluing creative work is a form of oppression. Periodt.

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

It really makes me uncomfortable when businesses prioritize assurance and show more respect towards YT corporate professionals rather than the hardworking POC who actually helped build the community. There's a lot to think about here. #ItsalwaysYourTribe

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

It must end. Not with my generation. Not with me. Not around my daughter. I've been down this road before. A little too familiar, as a matter of fact. [end] #BreakTheCycle #ToxicMasculinePatterns

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

Scapegoating through women's emotional capacity and invalidating their feelings is a common tactic. What is "drama?" When womxn are being "dramatic" have they no right to talk about their feelings? [3]

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

For centuries, women have been expected to stay silent and not challenge this behavior. This generational trauma is long overdue to be dismantled. [2]

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

#ToxicMasculinity continues to plague our society, with men often dominating conversations by interrupting, raising their voices, and yelling as if to flex their metaphorical muscles. [1]

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

@iam_reydi Hoy

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

I was gifted with a wonderful #father but can't deny that the toxic patriarchy is still there somewhere. A deep trauma haunting us to this day. Either way, we slowly heal and raise sons and daughters who can enjoy #FathersDay in a better light every generation.

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

On another note, #earthquake in Luzon today. Ingat, friends!

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

I've seen these situations and been in these situations TOO MANY TIMES. In different spaces even my own. I can't help but write about it. This is reflective of respect and the lack of is pretty obvious. (5) #LateralOppression #FilipinxAmericans #Oppression #Communication

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

How do we create a #community that values voices and perspectives & actively work to dismantle oppressive systems? How do we prioritize communication that is inclusive and mindful of all forms of expression? (4) #LateralOppression #FilipinxAmericans #Oppression #Communication

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

How do we prioritize spatial awareness & understand the nuances of taking up space, physically and socially? How do we recognize when to speak up and when to listen, when to take action and when to just be in support? (3) #LateralOppression #FilipinxAmericans #Communication

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

Misconstruing #communication as solely verbal can be oppressive for some who rely on nonverbal cues where most Indigenous practices rely on. The colonial mindset of assuming dominance and taking up space can further exacerbate this issue. (2) #LateralOppression #FilipinxAmericans

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

In #FilipinxAmerican spaces, there is the existence of lateral oppression within our own #community. The loudest voice is misconstrued as the correct one and listening to and valuing all perspectives is often invisible. (1) #LateralOppression #Oppression #Communication

[AAPI Victory Alliance @aapialliance]

With the revival of the ancient Baybayin writing system, a new chapter of the #FilAm identity is starting.

https://t.co/f2wyINQQn1

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

@bayani_art @Kulintronica Always love having our @bayani_art fam!

[Bayani @bayani_art]

Thank you @houseofgongs @ellekarayan @kulintronica for putting together Gongster Paradise.

#gongstersparadise #gongsterparadise2023 #houseofgongs #kulintronica #dailymalong https://t.co/7nUL7xPqpW

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

Here's to learning from our past, standing up against discrimination and fostering understanding within and beyond our community. Happy Tuesday! (4) 🇵🇭✊📖 #CarlosBulosan #AmericaIsInTheHeart #FilipinoAmericanHistory

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

The deep historical roots of these struggles, as they run through the veins of Filipinx-Americans is a nightmare but has continuously shaped the community. (3) 🇵🇭✊📖 #CarlosBulosan #AmericaIsInTheHeart #FilipinoAmericanHistory

[Lydia Querian @msellekarayan]

I've faced my share of prejudice, it's disheartening to c how some of d issues from Bulosan's time persist. Understanding how lateral oppression sprung from the hardships of immigration (2) 🇵🇭✊📖 #CarlosBulosan #AmericaIsInTheHeart #FilipinoAmericanHistory