Verywell / Nez Riaz
Hardly a day passes without some form of racial injustice making news headlines.
You dont have to be a news junkie or an avid social media user to encounter these distressing headlines.
But that doesnt mean they want to constantly ponder racial injustice or know exactly how to deal with it.
Verywell / Nez Riaz
Particularly, a socially conscious Black American is likely to share your upset feelings.
If youre not fortunate enough to have a friend to confide in about these issues, try journaling.
Its a good way to get out your unfiltered feelings with no fear that youll be judged later.
Thats why its important to limit your time on social media.
The news, however, isnt the only form of programming that may be triggering to Black Americans.
These days, dramas on TV and streaming services are increasingly taking their cues from real life trauma.
Unfortunately, racial oppression is a historic and current problem; it is not going away.
Its important to decompress and have fun.
Completing these tasks can be a way to take ones mind off the pressing issues of the day.
Some Black Americans want to do more than decompress.
They want to experience joy and practice self-care.
Take some time to have fun.
Take Action
Its easy tofeel helplessas you take in news about racial oppression.
Thats why its important to figure out what you could do to make a difference.
Consider taking part in a protest, writing letters to elected officials, or joining an activist group.
Whats going on in your neighborhood specifically?
Fighting injustice starts at home.
Its time to get to work.
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