Today I’m addressing the moment we’re in, and I’d like to talk about racism.

As a small business owner, I realize that it’s no longer enough to be quietly against racism anymore. It’s time to be anti-racist. It’s time for me to acknowledge that through my silence, I have caused harm, and I’m taking responsibility for that. I’m making a commitment to invest in whatever it takes to unlearn and unwind my white privilege.

Where does one begin? I’m turning towards black women to listen and learn. Recently, Layla F Saad said on her Instagram account that if you don’t know where to begin, just google it. There’s more than enough information if you care to look. That was humbling to hear. Another great place to begin is #sharethemicnow on Instagram.

I understand that I will never fully understand, however, I stand with black women and women of color. I also understand, more than ever, that it’s not up to black people to change white people. It’s up to white people to change themselves and create change in white culture.

As a small business owner who is committed to helping women live authentic lives, I am learning. I am striving to do better. I’m committing to do my work. What’s your work when it comes to white privilege?

Listen. Stay safe. Be the change.