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Can self-compassion help us change the status quo? Shannon Mangram, Veterans Disability Associate Attorney of Berry Law, reflects on the challenges of navigating identity, self-compassion and societal expectations as a Black woman. She talks about her efforts to address structural inequities, foster inclusion and disrupt the status quo through collaborative problem-solving and leadership. Shannon shares her vision for a more equitable system and emphasizes the importance of asking the right questions to achieve justice. Key Takeaways: (05:47) Confidence grows through recognizing personal competence.
(10:38) Changing the narratives from self-rejection to self-acceptance.
(17:00) We can’t shame ourselves into personal growth.
(23:10) We can observe within ourselves.
(33:21) Society's perceptions and expectations of Black women hinder their growth.
(40:50) Healthcare inequity disproportionately affects Black women.
(44:10) Listen to Black women’s messages even if you don’t like the delivery.
(52:47) Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority offers community and affirmation.
(56:48) Change societal structures and systems by asking the right questions and challenging the status quo.
Resources Mentioned:
The Danger of a Single Story by Chimamanda Adichie - https://youtu.be/D9Ihs241zeg?si=MhdNPMk-kEq_W1uk
Harvard Business Review: "Give Yourself a Break" by Serena Chen - https://hbr.org/2018/09/give-yourself-a-break-the-power-of-self-compassion
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated - https://aka1908.com/
Dr. Anita Rowe - https://www.eidi-results.org/who-we-are-1
Shannon Mangram - https://shannonmangram.com *Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® (AKA), an international service organization, was founded on the campus of Howard University in Washington, D.C. in 1908. It is the oldest Greek-letter organization established by African American college-educated women
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