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January 20, 2021 48 mins
Have you had "the talk" with your children about racism? In this episode, the queens discuss having to the talk with their children about racism and being black in America. Did 2020 show more racism or was it just brought more to the forefront by people who don't experience it? We also discuss "forgiveness" when racist acts take place and where we stand. In today's world, everyone should be having the talk not only with their children but their family and friends. Lyvonne shares how an incident prompted her to have the talk with her son. Whereas, Shannon's son ask questions and she gives him answers plus some. Either way, everyone should be honest with themselves and their children. If not, are you really preparing them for the world. Join the conversation to get tips to having those difficult conversations with the younger children in your family. Key Topics and Things Mentioned: The different ways we handled the talk Tips to having the talk with your children Preparing your children for the world Why people of all races need to have some form of the talk Show Links https://www.facebook.com/valencia.gwallace (Follow Valencia on social media) https://www.valenciagwallace.com/ (www.valenciagwallace.com) https://www.instagram.com/lyvonnecopeland/ (Follow Lyvonne on social media) https://www.lyvonnecopeland.com/ (www.lyvonnecopeland.com) https://www.instagram.com/thereal_che_don/ (Follow Shannon on social media) http://www.chedonmusic.com/index.html (www.chedonmusic.com) Connect with the show: https://www.facebook.com/thedefineu (The Define U on FB) https://www.instagram.com/thedefineu/ (The Define U on IG) Subscribe: You can subscribe to Define U Radio on iTunes, Google Podcast, and anywhere you listen to podcast. If you liked the conversation, go on a listening binge here. Join the Conversation on social media using #DefineURadio and #AfterDarkConversations. Sidenote: The opinions of the host and guest are our own and are not in any way meant to offend or sway your own thoughts, research, or beliefs. Do your research and think for yourself. https://www.paypal.me/lifebydesign (Support the show) (https://www.paypal.me/lifebydesign)
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