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New Year’s Resolutions 2019 for White People
Although there are common New Year’s resolutions made by people that are beneficial for the individual (lose weight, eat healthy, quit smoking, etc.), this New Year white people in particular should make resolutions that not only benefit them, but society as well. This list can be used by others, but it’s created with white people in mind. So here’s a list of resolutions that white people can make and work towards in 2019!
Step Outside Your Comfort Zone
As stated earlier while this list is for white people, everyone, especially since we are indoctrinated with whiteness in the U.S. at an early age, can benefit from this one. Challenge yourself. If you’re comfortable traveling, try staying put and vice versa.
For white people this is the “get comfortable with being uncomfortable” resolution. This can begin in small steps if you’re just starting. If there is a conversation you’re in that moves towards race or politics, don’t excuse yourself to avoid the discussion. Stay put. Get uncomfortable. If it feels like it may be too much remind yourself that your discomfort is created in your mind — built in you by this country to maintain the status quo.
