Social Justice

When we experience shame, we feel disconnected and desperate for worthiness. Full of shame or the fear of shame, we are more likely to engage in self-destructive behaviors and to attack or shame others. In fact, shame is related to violence, aggression, depression, addiction, eating disorders, and b

"I am reminded of a quote by Randall Robinson that has guided my life, and I am paraphrasing here – “First you gotta’ get in the room. And then once you are there, you must remember why you are there.” Indeed. As hard as it might be to get in that room when, according to white dominant culture, y

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“If you have come here to help me you are wasting your time, but if you have come because your liberation is bound up with mine, then let us work together.” ~ Lilla Watson

"I never liked beer. But I do know beer and other substances work pretty well to numb feelings and deflect vulnerability. Overeating, over-working, and over-exercising can all provide an emotionally-numbing benefit. Asserting dominance is especially effective for deflecting vulnerability. None of