This class has opened my eyes to the real problems in our society. I always knew there was racism and discrimination against people but I never was forced to submerge myself into the details of it all. This class made me feel uncomfortable at certain points. I knew at some point in my life I was the reason discrimination continued. I have always taken a back seat and never wanted to confront others or share my opinion of what I’m thinking in fear of conflict.
I know now what I can do to help make a difference. As I mentioned, I have always been on the sidelines afraid to step out. This is not helping anyone as I thought it was, and I will learn to be more proactive. I will not be afraid to say what is on my mind because I could make a difference if I just tried. Maybe once I make more of a stand, my friend and family will start to see what I am trying to do and follow me.
I hope that I never have to see anyone being discriminated against but I know if I do, I will think back to this class and think of the bigger picture and realize that it is more than a onetime occurrence. I am currently looking forward towards a career in Human Resources and I will take everything I’ve learned to be a better listener, be more compassionate and have the confidence to find a solution to any discrimination I face in my future work place.
I agree with you, this class helped open my eyes to all types of discrimination I had never even thought of before. I agree that it is very hard to step out and talk against someone being discriminatory, but this class showed us how much speaking out can help.
ReplyDeleteI also agree with you that at most times I have been on the side lines as well watching some of this happen. This class definitely brought the situation into light for me as well. I am one that is afraid of confrontation and hate having to deal with it. But after this class I think that I'll be able to use what I learned to help stop this discrimination and oppression from continuing. It's nice to know that others in the class are getting the same feeling out of this class that I am.
ReplyDeleteI like how you admitted to being a reason why discrimination can continue. I think that most of us feel that because we are actually not contributing to it then we are not a part of the problem. People not speaking up is half the problem.
ReplyDeleteI too have taken a back seat and fueled oppression because I have been invisible to my privilege. I agree that this class at first made me feel guilty and uncomfortable but I'm glad that it did because like you it has really opened my eyes. I hope that we do make changes from we have learned.
ReplyDeleteI agree when you say the class opened your eyes. I also knew about racism and sexism but I never was forced to think about it as deeply as in this class. It really has changed how I look at certain things such as male privilege.
ReplyDeleteI found myself while taking this course completely opened up to feminism. Little things bother me on a daily basis that exemplify male privledge, but now that I understand it, I have the education to stand against it.
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