Prioritize developing empathy and compassion as these are essential for improving one’s well-being and overall life experience.
Take personal responsibility to internalize experiences of racism, imagining ’that could have been me,’ to foster a deeper understanding and response.
Understand and acknowledge that racism is a fundamental humanitarian problem that involves and affects everyone, not just specific communities.
After listening, engaging, and learning about issues like racism, actively go out into the world and demand change.
Actively call out examples of racism, demand more diversity in the workplace, and challenge vile comments on social media by responding that it’s unacceptable.
Actively work to change language by eroding out racially charged terms like ‘blackmail’ or ‘blacklist’ and advocating for alternative, inclusive words to promote equality and dignity.
Adopt a strategy of reconciliation, learning lessons, acknowledging the past, and educating all sides to heal societal divisions, rather than focusing on blame or retaliation.
Sincerely ask questions and actively listen to the experiences of victims of racism, understanding that genuine inquiry is welcomed and crucial for understanding.
Take advantage of extended opportunities for discussion to actively listen to the experiences of those affected by issues like racism.
Actively listen to individuals who share their experiences of racism, recognizing that for many, these are not new issues but rather a ‘Groundhog Day’ of repeated struggles.
Overcome the fear of talking or asking for help when educating oneself about racism, recognizing that awareness is a necessary ingredient for change.
Educate oneself on the historical genesis of race as a social construct, not a biological one, to better understand its systemic and structural impact on current experiences.
Recognize that the abolition of slavery did not end its legacy, but rather led to systemic laws and practices designed to maintain suppression and oppression.
Acknowledge that a legacy of systemic racism, based on a hierarchy of privilege and supremacy, continues to affect everyone, with darker skin complexions often experiencing more severe treatment.
Reflect on and identify personal blind spots regarding the pervasive issue of racism, acknowledging potential unawareness of its significant problems globally and locally.
Spend time reflecting on and acknowledging that different communities experience racism in profoundly different ways, particularly distinguishing the Black community’s experience.
Actively look for and acknowledge systemic bias and lack of diversity in various fields, recognizing that talent alone does not always guarantee success due to these underlying issues.
Actively seek out and learn about diverse historical narratives, including contributions from non-Eurocentric civilizations and people of color, to counteract biased historical teachings.
Approach historical narratives with critical thinking, recognizing that history is often written by victors to justify past actions and may involve rewritten accounts or altered language.
Understand that social issues, such as racism, are integral components of overall health and wellbeing, and should be discussed within that context.
Instead of waiting to be asked, proactively question and address the lack of representation and diversity in various groups and platforms.
Actively seek out and support products or media that purposefully represent diverse individuals and heritages, or create such content oneself, to foster a sense of belonging and visibility.
Express gratitude and support to individuals who speak out against racism or post messages of solidarity, acknowledging their efforts despite potential backlash.
Be aware that privilege exists based on factors like country of birth or heritage, and recognize how this interconnectedly affects everyone.
Understand and internalize the scientific fact of human genetic similarity (99.9% identical DNA) to foster a sense of shared humanity and interconnectedness.
Actively engage in learning, educating oneself and others, listening to diverse experiences, and showing empathy, as these are fundamental human capacities for positive change.
Live with a constant awareness of systemic racism, understanding that it can manifest at any time and has always been a part of one’s existence.
Internalize the need to be exceptionally good and perform far better than others as a strategy to overcome systemic discrimination and bias.
Go above and beyond in preparation and performance, such as memorizing extensive material, to ensure one stands out and is hired despite potential biases.
Choose a career path based on genuine passion and interest, rather than solely on initial plans or external expectations.
Understand and acknowledge one’s ancestral history, particularly if it includes experiences like slavery, to grasp its lasting impact.
Actively seek out and engage with important, authentic, and insightful conversations to encourage reflection on how one might approach things differently.
Take ownership of your health and actively make lifestyle changes, as this is always worthwhile and leads to feeling better and living more fully.
Empower yourself to take active control and become the architect of your own health, recognizing nutrition as a crucial pillar.
Aim to get all nutrition from real, whole foods, but use high-quality, whole food supplements like Athletic Greens as an insurance policy if consistent whole food intake is a struggle.
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Watch the 90-minute documentary ‘13th’ to gain an informative and engaging understanding of the history of racism and the criminal justice system in America.
Watch the documentary ‘When They See Us’ to understand the impact of racism, but be prepared for a very emotional and potentially tear-inducing experience.
Seek out and engage with resources, such as those highlighted by the BBC, to learn about the extensive 2,000-year legacy of Africans within the UK, beyond just the Windrush generation.
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