Unlocking Us with Brené Brown Tarana Burke and Brené on Being Heard and Seen
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Mar 23, 2020 Intersectional activist Tarana Burke joins Brené to discuss empowerment through empathy, changing the narrative on sexual violence and consent, falling in love, and sharing personal vulnerabilities. They explore the significance of being heard and seen, survivor empowerment in the Me Too movement, unpacking shame in social justice, and navigating internal tensions within marginalized communities.
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Tarana's Long Love Story
- Tarana Burke shared her long relationship story with her fiancé, whom she met when she was 16.
- Their journey included multiple breakups, reunions, and eventual engagement after decades.
Movements Declare Dignity and Joy
- Movements like Me Too and Black Lives Matter are declarations of dignity, not anger.
- They emphasize survivors' and marginalized people's entitlement to full lives of joy and recognition.
Cultural Context Shapes Silence
- Different cultures have unique reasons survivors may hide sexual violence, often tied to family or community consequences.
- Understanding cultural context is essential for supporting survivors authentically.