The 86 List: 1 - Let's Just Talk About It
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The 86 List: 1 - Let's Just Talk About It

Summary

The 86 List: Cancelling Oppressive Behaviors, One Conversations at a Time. Tiana and Melinda indulge in the fluidity of communication, explain what oppression really is, and discuss how speaking up is essential in cancelling harassment.
Oppression that dehumanizes finds a way to hover over us through people, cultures and societal norms, but in the midst of a "cancel culture" it's important we remember that what we're hoping to cancel is a behavior - not a person or a business. If communication is the #1 method for dismantling oppression - then why are we so quick to walk away from difficult conversation?

Instead of trying to debate someone's feelings - let's do better to listen and consider their experience.

Article referenced: 4 Ways To Deconstruct Systems of Oppression, Janice Gassam Asare