The idea that whiteness equals goodness is so insidious that most of us aren't even aware of the thought. But if I can admit that yes, even I have white supremacist thoughts, I can begin to change things. Denial, shame, or self-loathing doesn’t do anything. Self-honesty about my privilege and a commitment to action does.
Showing Up Flawed: How to Train Your Brain and Ditch Perfectionism
You do not have to be ready, an expert, or always be sure in order to share yourself or your ideas with the world. Imperfect selves and work are how we get to be the people (and have the lives) that we want. You’re going to get things wrong sometimes. You’re going to stumble, screw up, or just generally look like an amateur. I am too, and that’s the only really brave way to live life. By showing up anyway. But how do we actually do that?