#265 Recentering the White Gaze

Welcome to the 265th episode of the award-winning Diverse Minds podcast! In this episode, we continue celebrating Black History Month 2024 with a focus on challenging narratives. We unpack the concept of the white gaze, exploring how it shapes interactions and influences self-expression.In today’s show on Recentering the White GazeWhat is the white gaze? [01:01]How to recenter the white gaze. [01:38]The importance of supporting people. [04:48]Why you shouldn’t make Global Majority people explain things they don’t want to. [05:42]The need to reflect on and shift tone-policing. [07:01] .stk-91ebae5 {height:30px !important;}Quotes on Recentering the White GazeIn essence, the white gaze is a default perspective.People lead in so many different waysStop making Global Majority people explain things that they don’t want to.Reflect on and shift tone policing.Tone policing is a form of microaggression. .stk-ba39a0c {height:30px !important;}Resources on Recentering the White GazeListen to Ep 102: Beware the Tone Police!Check out what's going on in the UK for Black History Month.Nine black artists and cultural leaders on seeing and being seenBeware of the White GazeUnderstanding the white gaze and how it impacts your workplace“Against a sharp white background”: How Black women experience the white gaze at workDownload the free 200 Episode Guide with clickable links HERE.Contact me to work together on mental health support at work.Join my Mailing List and receive a white paper on mental health and inclusion hereCheck out my TEDx talk: The Connection between Culture, Race and Mental HealthLeave me a message on my SpeakPipe .stk-0a30c05 {height:30px !important;}Work with me Have a look at my online work-life balance course on Thinkific. You can access it here: http://bit.ly/DMMHPONC .stk-d762e95 {height:30px !important;}One-hour focused Sessions £150 1-2-1