What Do You Mean By That?

63: How To Be An Ally, Even When You Feel Overwhelmed


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Right now, during COVID, as #blacklivesmatter has (finally) picked up steam among white people, there is a lot to process – both intellectually and emotionally.

The anti-racism resources that are flooding our social media streams and filling our inboxes are so powerful, so well-intentioned, and helpful. Yet if this is anything like what we’re expecting to happen, soon, what we’re calling White Fatigue might set in for some people out there.

This episode is dedicated to pushing through the discomfort, committing to the fight, and includes a special bonus at the end: an anti-racism breathwork experience from Jenny Peni, to help you process and feel a little more grounded and able to do what you need to do.

Have questions, comments, or concerns?  Email us at [email protected]

What to listen for: 

  • White fatigue. It’s what we’re calling the effect of the incredible yet overwhelming amount of resources, suggestions, and places to support that are emerging now.
  • How people in a position of influence can undermine the effort by deflecting. Hear our thoughts on Drew Brees, and why we agree this was never about the flag.
  • What we might be doing that can help, or hurt, the people we run into in the supermarket.
  • The difference between an ally and a co-conspirator – and which we want to be.
  • A few tips and our resources on how to move from “not racist” to being anti-racist, including how to talk to your kids about race.
  • Want to make this sustainable? Weigh in on whether it would help if we created a weekly calendar of short things to do or read or watch, so you don’t have to weed through the overwhelm all by yourself.

PLUS, support us through Patreon!  At that link, you’ll learn about the virtual community we are launching – and you’re welcome to join.

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