TBN #7
Easing into the end of the year
I’m back!
Today is the first day of December which means it is World AIDS Day. There are many ways you can support World AIDS Day this year. You can start by educating yourself and reading the 2022 report to learn about how societal inequalities faced by certain populations impacts the AIDS response. You can also find ways to support World AIDS Day at work, at school (or college), and in your community.
The first of the month also means we have a new theme: EASE.
To be at ease means you are confident, cool, calm, and collected. Ease into the end of the year like Dorothy Gale and the Scarecrow eased on down the yellow brick road in “The Wiz” movie.
While it may be tempting to pack in as much activity before the year ends, we should just…
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No, but seriously, we should take this time to reflect on the year, wrap up any remaining tasks, and create our intentions for the upcoming year. If we are being honest with ourselves, we deserve to slow down and take it easy for once.
Let’s ease into this week’s news and learning opportunities.
Sincerely,
Your favorite CDO
Amber Benton
WEEKLY UPDATE
CLIFF NOTES: IN CASE YOU MISSED IT…
World AIDS Day (December 1)
All terrain wheelchairs are coming to national parks
What not to do in an airport
Was Trump right?
Puerto Rico takes action
Quella’s story opens conversation on friendship
How to support the victims of Club Q shooting
Māhū reclaim their history
Forbes 30 under 30
Hanukkah (December 18-December 26)
Christmas (December 25)
Kwanzaa (December 26-January 1)
The Most Diverse Gift Guide is coming! (have your friends subscribe to get it)
BENTON’S BASICS: APPLYING PFL TO OTHER GROUPS
Long story short…
You may have heard of Person First Language (PFL) in regards to people with disabilities. However, PFL can and should be extended to other marginalized communities. Here are some examples of how to apply PFL to different communities:
Instead of HOMELESS, use PERSON EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS
Instead of ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT, use PERSON SEEKING LAWFUL STATUS
Instead of INMATE, use PERSON CONFINED TO PRISON
Instead of POOR or LESS FORTUNATE, use PERSON EXPERIENCING MATERIAL POVERTY
Instead of UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES, use COMMUNITIES THAT ARE UNDER-RESOURCED
STUDY HALL: RESPONDING TO EVERYDAY BIGOTRY
Have you heard someone say problematic things and not sure how to respond? The Southern Poverty Law Center gathered stories about everyday bigotry and created a comprehensive resource to help folks respond to bigotry in a variety of situations.
HOMEWORK: finding happiness
What I’m Reading: I was a big fan of the 90’s tv show, “Sister, Sister” so I picked up Tamera Mowry’s new memoir, You Should Sit Down For This. It’s a good read and I finished it in 2 days.
What I’m Watching: Wednesday Addams on Netflix
What I’m Listening To: The episode, A New Formula for Happiness on the How To Build a Happy Life podcast.
DANCE BREAK: RAINBOWS
Lion Babe’s “Rainbows - ZIKOMO Remix” is the perfect song for a dance sesh this week.
If you need a more relaxing vibe, you can listen to the original song
DOUBLE TAP: WHO I’M FOLLOWING
Follow Harvard Business Review’s (HBR) Ascend on Instagram for helpful tips on work life balance.
I’d love to hear from you!
What do you need to be better in work and in life? Send me a message or connect with me on social.
