The Dilemma of the Racial Misstep
Most people enter conversations about race and bias with a quiet, underlying panic: the paralyzing fear of saying the wrong thing. Or, they are caught in this misguided moment of dismantling conversations about structural and system issues on race that we face every day. Where would you like to sit: continuing the work you began after the murder of George Floyd, or disengaging from the still-very-much-needed conversation about how to connect across perceived differences?
This four-part workshop is designed to move participants away from defensive perfectionism and toward authentic, resilient relationships. In an era marked by deep division, leaning into this work is more critical than ever; by learning together and hearing from one another, we realize we are not alone in our anxieties, helping us move past the polarized gridlock that keeps us isolated. Instead of aiming for the impossible standard of never making a mistake, we will examine the root of our implicit assumptions and focus on the practical steps of meaningful repair when missteps inevitably occur. Ultimately, this series transforms the fear of "getting it wrong" into a courageous, shared capacity for deeper, more genuine connections.
Workshop Details
$400, No refunds after the workshop begins.
Paypal: ashniebutler@gmail.com (after you have been accepted into the workshop).
Includes a free half-hour coaching session with each co-leader. (a $300 value) within the workshop's time frame.
Please reach out to us to discuss any financial barriers.
If you are well-resourced and can contribute toward scholarship offerings, please let us know.
Led by Ashnie Butler, Wellness-Centered Professional Diversity Coach and
Bridget Bertrand: Creative Cultivator, Educator, Space Holder, Master's in Counseling Psychology
Both come to this work with years of experience in leading workshops together and holding space with individuals as they process the emotions and stresses of these challenging times.
A certificate of completion at the end of the series. Keeping this accomplishment visible will invite you to continue engaging in the work of growing your awareness and transforming your racialized interactions.