It's 2020, and we are somehow still fighting racism. I say "we", but I am new to this anti-racism game, and I know I have a lot to learn. So as difficult as it has been for the last few weeks, I can only imagine how hard it has been for everyone doing the work… Continue reading Making Our Anti-Racism Journeys Sustainable
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Finally Feeling Free
I was nervous reading Glennon Doyle's Untamed, knowing how powerful and life-changing her experiences have been, and fully aware that once I have seen the truth, I cannot unsee it. I was afraid that my nice, comfortable life could get turned upside down once she held a mirror up to it. But, Glennon's words didn't… Continue reading Finally Feeling Free
Mantras for Managing Racism
(otherwise known as "setting boundaries to make your anti-racism journey less painful and more sustainable!") Because we can't always be as calm and collected as we would like to be, here are some useful phrases to repeat to yourself when your Anti-Racism journey gets challenging: I am not responsible for every a$$hole on the internet.… Continue reading Mantras for Managing Racism
Dear White People
Does the term “white people” provoke a negative reaction in you? It did for me, the first time I heard of the show with the same name (see Dear White People on Netflix). It felt confrontational and uncomfortable. I almost wanted to peak over my shoulder in case anyone was offended by the term, afraid… Continue reading Dear White People
Challenging Racism
It's hard, calling people out, especially on issues of race. But imagine how hard it is for black people and people of colour when you stay silent? If you want to be an ally, and truly stand up for racial equality, justice and fairness, then it's important that you make your position clear. If/when people… Continue reading Challenging Racism