Life Kit Microaggressions are a big deal: How to talk them out and when to walk away
Jun 9, 2020
Kevin Nadal, a psychology professor at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, dives deep into the world of microaggressions—subtle yet impactful instances of bias. He explains how these everyday occurrences can affect mental health and societal dynamics, emphasizing the difference between microaggressions and overt discrimination. Nadal shares practical strategies for addressing these biases while navigating difficult dialogues about race and privilege, advocating for self-education and awareness to foster a more harmonious society.
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Microaggressions and Systemic Issues
- Microaggressions arise from systemic issues and occur in everyday interactions.
- Recognizing both systemic problems and daily microaggressions is crucial.
Microaggressions vs. Macroaggressions
- Microaggressions are everyday, subtle, often unintentional acts communicating bias toward marginalized groups.
- Unlike overt discrimination, microaggressions are often unconscious, making the perpetrator unaware.
Microinsult Example 1
- An example is assuming an Asian American doesn't speak English, then complimenting their English.
- The Asian American responding, "I was born here," highlights the microaggression's underlying bias.