Delving into the complexities of shame, accountability, and racism, this chapter discusses the difference between being held accountable for racism and feeling shame versus being shamed for being racist. The speaker provides a primer on shame, highlighting its universal nature and the fear of disconnection that accompanies it.
In today’s solo episode, I share my thoughts about why accountability is a prerequisite for change and why we need to get our heads and hearts around the difference between being held accountable for racism and feeling shame and being shamed. I share my personal stories of being held accountable and holding myself accountable, as well as my strategies for pulling my “thinking brain” back online when I’m experiencing the flight and fight energy fueled by shame.
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