A Conversation Starter Pack for Asians New to Talking About Racism

This one’s for my fellow Asians (and just for anyone new to talking about the topic). Talking about racism is hard, and it’s ingrained in us not to ruffle feathers, but we need to start having these uncomfortable conversations. From the discussions about racism I’ve had over the years with family, friends, and relatives, I know firsthand how complicated and convoluted it can get. I’ve found it helpful, just to keep my own thoughts in order, to compartmentalize into digestible key bottom lines, and I hope this might help facilitate more conversations for others out there. I also cannot stress enough that I am not an expert on these matters, but that these are distillations from past discussions, absorbing writings of those far more knowledgeable, and a lot of self reflection. Let’s go stir some pots ✌️