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Struggle of Black Girl Identity
- Gabrielle Union shares her experience of feeling invisible as a black girl in Pleasanton compared to being seen during summers in Omaha.
- She struggled with conforming and shapeshifting to be accepted and recognized in a predominantly white environment.
Assert Sexual Agency and Boundaries
- You have agency over your body and sexuality; do not accept any unwanted sexual roles imposed by others.
- Communicate your desires and boundaries clearly to enjoy and take control of your sexual experiences.
Rape Trauma at Work
- Gabrielle was raped at gunpoint while working at Payless, which was a traumatic and defining moment during her youth.
- She did not initially press charges because it felt like a done act, but the impact haunted her deeply.