The Solidarity Era Is Here

We have entered the solidarity era, and honestly, it is the best thing that could have happened to us. After years of being told that we are all 'competitors' for a limited amount of success, we are finally realizing that we are teammates. Acceptance is the glue that holds this whole thing together. When we stop viewing each other as threats and start seeing each other as allies, the whole vibe shifts. We go from 'me vs. the world' to 'us vs. the problem.' And trust me, 'us' is a lot more likely to win.

Solidarity is about more than just a hashtag or a black square on Instagram. It is about showing up when things are messy. It is about supporting your friends' businesses, showing up to their events, and being a shoulder to cry on when the world feels heavy. It is about understanding that your identity—whether it is your race, religion, or who you love—is a vital part of the collective. We are like a giant mosaic. Each piece is different, but when you put them all together, you get something beautiful that a single tile could never achieve.

Belonging is a two-way street. You have to be willing to give it just as much as you receive it. That means checking your own biases and being willing to have the 'uncomfortable' conversations. It means being a safe harbor for the people in your life. When you provide acceptance to others, you create an environment where you are more likely to receive it too. It is a virtuous cycle that builds stronger friendships, better workplaces, and more resilient neighborhoods. We are literally co-creating the culture with every interaction we have.

So, what does solidarity look like in your daily life? It looks like defending someone when they are not in the room. It looks like learning about a culture different from your own without being asked. It looks like celebrating a win for someone else as if it were your own. This is how we win our own lanes—by making sure the whole track is in good shape for everyone. The solidarity era is not just a trend; it is a movement. And you are right at the center of it. Let's keep that same energy all year long.