#Repost @protectandnurture with @repostsaveapp ・・・ Violence is rooted in our perception and fear of differences. When we are in discomfort and disconnection, when we dehumanize, the potential for violence increases. For me to be effective as a self-defense instructor, I need to see the big picture. One of my personal practices is to expand my world view by moving toward what scares me and increasing my capacity to be with my own discomfort... Yesterday that was going to a singing circle hosted by @holistic_resistance -- even though I'm terrified of singing publicly. It's hard for me to appear unskilled and "in need" in front of others, when I give into that fear I feel disconnection and shame... Facilitators Aaron Johnson and Porsha Beed shared their talent, heart, and heritage: black folks doing the work of reaching across the divide to welcome us into song and healing -- reconnecting us to our shared humanity... Thank you @travisjohnsonstudios for the gift of your voice and presence. And thank you to the Holistic Resistance team for helping me to reclaim my voice and inspiring me to reach.
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