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Sonia Roberts on Spirituality and Anti-Racism

Dec 8, 2020
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Sonia Roberts
Sonia Roberts, an educator, writer, and activist, dives deep into the realms of spirituality and anti-racism. She discusses her book, exploring how inner transformation can drive social change. The conversation navigates the delicate balance of processing emotions, the importance of gratitude amidst privilege, and the ethical implications of yoga. Sonia also addresses the commercialization of yoga and the need for accountability in race relations, urging listeners to embrace their mistakes and engage in meaningful conversations around racism.
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INSIGHT

Retraumatization Through Sharing

  • Sharing personal stories of racism can be retraumatizing due to frequent minimization and doubt.
  • Roberts cautions against assuming such sharing is always beneficial.
ANECDOTE

Racist Encounter at Age Seven

  • At age seven, Sonia Roberts was called the N-word by a paper boy.
  • Her father confronted the boy's parents, who denied the incident, leading to the family canceling their newspaper subscription.
ADVICE

Accountability for Children

  • Adults often minimize children's experiences with racism by dismissing them as childish behavior.
  • Roberts emphasizes the importance of educating children and holding them accountable for harmful actions.
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