Posts by Michelle Dominique Burk
How to Teach Consent to Kids in 5 Simple Steps
Talking about consent isn’t always easy, and having these conversations with children can be even harder. Because it can seem so overwhelming, many adults shy from teaching kids about boundaries and consent in a comprehensive way. But here’s what you need to know about why it’s so important to teach consent in an ongoing process, with simple steps to follow.
Read MoreWhy Acknowledging That Racism Exists Isn’t the Same as Being Anti-Racist
You know what racism is. You acknowledge its existence. But do you know acknowledging racism isn’t the same as being anti-racist? Do you know why? This article shows how racism affects you even when you’re not aware of it. And it can help you figure out what to do about it, by defining racism and anti-racism and showing how most of us fall somewhere in between.
Read More3 Steps Toward Identifying Your Feelings (And Therefore Stopping Your Self-Silencing)
This author internalized the message that feelings are unimportant, and sometimes she has a tough time figuring out what she’s feeling. Here are three processes that she’s found to be helpful.
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