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Jean Latting

Jean discusses transitional justice and the race class narrative: what works, what doesn’t, and how to stay the course.

Jean Latting

In today’s world, leadership is not about telling people what to do. Rod McCowan trains leaders to consider moral principles when making decisions.

Jean Latting

Studies show the benefits of affirming our value, yet we hesitate to share these affirmations with others.

Jean Latting

What if you had no inner critic telling you you’re just not good enough? What if you learned to silence your inner critic? What could you accomplish?

Carole Marmell

To some Native American peoples, it’s a “day of mourning”; how can we still practice Thanksgiving as a day of gratitude?

Jean Latting

The polarization in this country has grown so vast that words we use in common do not mean the same things. Is there any hope for bridging the divide?

Jean Latting

Dr. Kira Banks talks about her work with internalized oppression, what she calls appropriated racial oppression.

Francine Derby

Are you consumed by work? And how can you produce excellence without burning out? Francine Derby has a lot to say about it.

Jean Latting

A barrier to racial understanding is the fear of exposing oneself. What if we could find a safe place to have these uncomfortable conversations?

Jean Latting

John Fisher depicts the emotional roller coaster we ride during a change. Jean uses the graphic to illustrate her journey toward realizing a vision.

Jean Latting

Interplay between victims and perpetrators: those who owned slaves/were slaves, Germans/Israelis of the Holocaust, or oppressors/ indigenous people.

Jean Latting

Peter Michaelson explains how to throw off self-doubt and self-sabotage so you can realistically navigate a difficult world.

Jean Latting

This week Jean interviews Danielle Murphy, LCSW SEP, as they discuss the body’s role in overcoming trauma.

Jean Latting

The R-word can set nerves on fire. How do we talk about racism without engaging others' emotions and shutting down their ability to think clearly?

Jean Latting

When self-doubt threatens our purpose and we feel incapable of overcoming, what can we do about it? Jean’s story is of overcoming self-sabotage.

Peter Michaelson

Harnessing our internal strength in battle, we will combat American authoritarianism. Peter posits you cannot fight power without finding your own.

Carole Marmell

How many articles or narratives will it take for Whites to understand the world that Blacks live with daily? The key is to read less and listen.

Jean Latting

States around the country are banning lessons on systemic racism and critical race theory. Many on both sides having no real idea of what it means.

Jean Latting

In these perilous times, we all are familiar with anxiety. As an emotion, it’s universal. How can we tame this anxiety and build resilience?

Jessica Kanzler

Some signs make you look like an empathetic person. Find out more from leading Consciously what happens when you do and don't show empathy.

Jim Lockard

Read about the journey of Rev. Dr. Jim Lockard in LESSONS FROM THE DEATH OF MY CHILD, a blog about grieving deeply and deriving comfort.

Jean Latting

Why do we seesaw so much in American political life? What happens that people want to change direction?

Amy Hageman

Amy Hageman writes about racialized trauma and healing. She courageously speaks out about what many feel, yet are afraid to even think.

Jean Latting

Jean lists steps on how to address racism by effectively talking to others who think differently than you.

Jean Latting

If we want to overcome impostor syndrome, we must learn to remove our internal barriers and negative self-talk.

Jean Latting

What is a microaggression, and how is it different from racism? This blog will help you understand the implications of these words.

Jean Latting

People want to engage in racial dialogue that promotes equality and inclusion.

Jean Latting

Eliminating fear is not a desirable goal. Rather, the question is how to move ahead in spite of the fear.

Jean Latting

What is antiracism? Here's a curated list of reliable sources of information on race and racism in the workplace