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Understanding privilege requires empathy and selfreflection from "summary" of Tell Me Who You Are by Winona Guo,Priya Vulchi
To truly understand privilege, one must first cultivate empathy and engage in self-reflection. Empathy is the ability to put oneself in another person's shoes, to see the world through their eyes and understand their experiences. It requires stepping outside of our own perspectives and biases to truly listen and connect with others. Without empathy, we cannot begin to comprehend the ways in which privilege operates in society and affects individuals on a personal level. Self-reflection is equally crucial in the process of understanding privilege. It involves looking inward, examining our own beliefs, biases, and actions to uncover the ways in which we may benefit from systems of privilege. It requires a willingness to confront uncomfortable truths about ourselves and the world around us. Through self-reflection, we can begin to recognize the ways in which privilege manifests in our own lives and the role we p...
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