Pause On The Play

The recent social media controversy swirling around a particular white female empowerment brand isn’t new. But, if the “influencer’s” bad behavior is shocking to you, then the question isn’t, how could she? Instead, ask yourself, why am I so surprised? In this solo discussion, Erica proposes a series of questions to help us redirect that attention toward profound introspection rather than performative outrage.  In this discussion: Old habits, new controversy It’s not the bad behavior; it’s what comes next Questions to ask yourself that support imperfect action, imperfect allyship Collecting data through engaged watching and listening Moving from outrage to introspection so we can do the work  *** Visit the website for the full article at https://www.pauseontheplay.com/potp/ep103. Keep The Dialogue Going Ready to put Erica’s propositions into practice? Join Pause On The Play The Community to support your imperfect action and strengthen imperfect allyship. Be sure to rate + review the podcast!

Show Notes

The recent social media controversy swirling around a particular white female empowerment brand isn’t new. But, if the “influencer’s” bad behavior is shocking to you, then the question isn’t, how could she? Instead, ask yourself, why am I so surprised?

In this solo discussion, Erica proposes a series of questions to help us redirect that attention toward profound introspection rather than performative outrage. 

In this discussion:

  • Old habits, new controversy
  • It’s not the bad behavior; it’s what comes next
  • Questions to ask yourself that support imperfect action, imperfect allyship
  • Collecting data through engaged watching and listening
  • Moving from outrage to introspection so we can do the work 

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Visit the website for the full article at https://www.pauseontheplay.com/potp/ep103.

Keep The Dialogue Going

Ready to put Erica’s propositions into practice? Join Pause On The Play The Community to support your imperfect action and strengthen imperfect allyship.

Be sure to rate + review the podcast!

What is Pause On The Play?

Pause On The Play® is where you are challenged to examine your beliefs, question your predisposed notions, and consider realities you may be unfamiliar with in order to understand that they too are real. Erica Courdae and co-host India Jackson have real conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion, visibility, mindset, and everything in between.

Topics include imperfect allyship®, imposter syndrome, company culture, and how you can feel more aligned and empowered in your business marketing. Let's go beyond the surface and move into action, today.