4. Imposter Syndrome, Colorism, and Bringing Your Cultural Values to Work with Karla Garcia

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Be validated by this episode as we continue discussing the theme of the month, imposter syndrome. We recall our first memories feeling like an imposter, personal experiences with colorism and the intricate interplay of privilege and bias within different communities of color, and how our cultural identity and values can inform our work.
What is your first memory of feeling like an imposter? In the first installment of this two-part episode, Karla Garcia and Whitney Knox Lee discuss imposter syndrome and the experience of being an immigrant and a person of color in the United States. Karla, a Mexican, bilingual and bicultural mental health therapist, shares her memories of the first time she recalls feeling like an imposter. Whitney does the same and highlights how we can feel like imposters even within our own communities.
Have you noticed colorism in your life? What about within your cultural or racial communities? We have, and it's a trip. Still. Karla and Whitney take apart colorism, touching on the historical roots of colorism, including its origins in colonialism and white supremacy, and how it shows up in society today. The impact of skin tone on opportunities and perceptions is explored, highlighting the delicate balance between privilege and scrutiny in their respective communities and within their families. Noting in particular the complexities of parenting children of color with varying brown skin tones and the responsibilities tied to addressing colorism within families.
And then racial capitalism! So often we are in situations where we have to navigate making a living in ways that align with our values and that resist the cultural normalcy of profiting off of the pain of others. Karla shares how her business model for her private practice (get it mama!) intentionally aligns with her cultural values, and what that means for her financially.
For more insights into Karla Garcia's expertise and services, be sure to explore her website at www.garciacounseling.com.
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