Is it OK for white people to cry in race discussions?
[Immense thanks to Nuola Akinde for contributing wisdom and perspective to this article!]
Let’s say you’re a white person in a discussion that touches on race. You’ve heard of “white fragility” and “white women’s tears.” You know that your reaction in the moment is more important for the relationship than all the books you’ve read, rallies you’ve attended, or friends of color you claim.
But you’re also having a big emotional reaction. Maybe you’re on the verge of tears yourself. What do you do?
Take a lesson from Ring Theory: provide care in and seek care out.
Here’s a synopsis:
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