becoming desensitized to the day to day micro aggressions, discrimination and ‘right on’ ignorance. this scares me. #blackatSR_reimagined

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How else are you going to survive? I’ve learned, I think, how to pick my battles. And since I’m naturally mouthy as hell, the only way to pick those battles is to actually desensitize. Think of toughening up as an act of self care, rather than as self betrayal.

I still remember every incident but I don’t act on them or dwell. If you don’t become desensitized, you’ll feel like a perpetually exposed nerve. Because let’s face it, people can be asses, especially when they’re trying to be funny. Since 80% of people in advertising think they’re wildly talented, cool, and clever, this will happen daily. Work on your clap back and only pull it out when it matters.

Man oh man, I really hate that I have to give this advice! I’m sorry, friend. It sucks, but take care of YOU. You can’t fix them.

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Micro aggressions and ignorance are def not ok, but full on discrimination should not be tolerated. Do you have someone you can trust internally to share your concerns?

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