The importance of feminism and trying to study anyway.

[jocelyncee]

In the none-too-gradual countdown between now and my impending exams, I've been spending an inordinate amount of time doing... well, not nothing.  Just not as much studying for my exams as perhaps would be prudent.  A good chuck of my goofing off is at the hands of Civ III (I am NOT buying IV until after exams!  I promise!) but some of it has been

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[misterspook]

I find that class related "guilt" is rarely a productive motivation for reform. Better that an individual be prompted through a sincere desire for social equality than penance for hereditary shame. More to the point, would it not be more beneficial to exercise "privilege" in order to provide benefits to other, less empowered groups? Playing devil's advocate here, but one could describe the situation as poking out your own eye to level the playing field with a one-eyed man. But then again, I don't boast to have a flawless philosophy either.

Good luck on exams!

[jocelyncee]

I find it interesting that I did not once use the word guilt in this post. By not participating in those minority discussions that don't apply to me, I'm respecting the rights of a minority to be heard. If I, a white woman, speak up about something pertaining to women of color, then I'm just getting in the way

[misterspook]

Sure.

[anonymous]

I have to say, I'm so glad I've found this blog. What hooked me in is the comment you left in this post regarding guilt. Talking about and processing privilege doesn't have to be a "boohoo for me" experience and I think your writing proves this.
Also, just as a random sidenote - I LOVE this template. Very aesthetically pleasing!
Thanks for linking me as a blog worth reading! I really appreciate it, and it definitely motivates me to keep writing.

-onebrownwoman

[jocelyncee]

Thank you for the truly perceptive complement. I am sincerely and utterly flattered (and just a bit overwhelmed, or rather, humbled). I've been reading and processing, and have only begun to express the thoughts that have slowly been germinating into what will hopefully be good strong convictions that help me learn how to be the human being I wish to be. Comments like this give me hope that I might actually have something to say that would be worthwhile to listen to. It gives me courage to keep thinking and sharing.

And as to the template, I wish I could take credit. It's just one of the many LJ options that others have created. :)