Anna, I'm sorry that my words were so hurtful and retraumatizing to you. Your pain and disgust is valid. I hope that white readers will learn from my ignorance, and I hope that I will continue growing and understanding my privilege, as well as how to avoid these mistakes in the future. I can't erase the harm I've caused, and feeling guilty is not enough...I am not the victim here. Thank you for calling me out and helping me learn, despite the emotional labor I burdened you with.
In reply to Belle, reading this was so… by Anna Goldbaum
Anna, I'm sorry that my words were so hurtful and retraumatizing to you. Your pain and disgust is valid. I hope that white readers will learn from my ignorance, and I hope that I will continue growing and understanding my privilege, as well as how to avoid these mistakes in the future. I can't erase the harm I've caused, and feeling guilty is not enough...I am not the victim here. Thank you for calling me out and helping me learn, despite the emotional labor I burdened you with.