“It was tough for me because I don’t like to tell people to shut up.” Hold a Conversation In addition to the questions below, please see How to use the questions for reflection. Clarifying Questions Why doesn’t the speaker want to say gender is an issue at boot camp? Why does she say “it’s […]
Author: Allison Schuette
Springboard
“I’m ok with identifying myself as a Southerner, but I wouldn’t say that that’s my identity as a whole.” Hold a Conversation Can you imagine leading a conversation about this story? Where? With whom? What kinds of questions would you pose? (See How to use the questions for reflection for one approach.) Please email your questions to […]
You’ve Got To Be Able To Adapt
“It really depends on all the connections you build because belonging’s something you have to work at.” Hold a Conversation Can you imagine leading a conversation about this story? Where? With whom? What kinds of questions would you pose? (See How to use the questions for reflection for one approach.) Please email your questions to us or […]
It Felt Kind of Odd to Wear It
“People did a double take when I walked in… I could feel them looking at me.” Hold a Conversation Can you imagine leading a conversation about this story? Where? With whom? What kinds of questions would you pose? (See How to use the questions for reflection for one approach.) Please email your questions to us or post […]
Indiana? That’s a Foreign Land
“They live in igloos… you’re gonna freeze, and they’re not going to give you sweet tea.” Hold a Conversation Can you imagine leading a conversation about this story? Where? With whom? What kinds of questions would you pose? (See How to use the questions for reflection for one approach.) Please email your questions to us or post […]
My Ties Are Through That
“There isn’t a single Syrian family that has not had to deal with loss in Syria…, but humanity in general should be worried.” THIS STORY INCLUDES SOME MATERIAL THAT MIGHT NOT BE SUITABLE FOR SENSITIVE LISTENERS. Hold a Conversation Can you imagine leading a conversation about this story? Where? With whom? What kinds of questions […]
The Ultra Evil Eye
“I’m used to the idea of being looked at, but I’m not used to actually being looked at.” Hold a Conversation Can you imagine leading a conversation about this story? Where? With whom? What kinds of questions would you pose? (See How to use the questions for reflection for one approach.) Please email your questions to us […]
I’m the Only Person There
“Do people really think about diversity?” Hold a Conversation In addition to the questions below, please see How to use the questions for reflection. Clarifying Questions What experiences made the speaker feel cared for? What does the speaker mean by sun-down town, and why do you think he shares that story? What is he trying to […]
Because I Changed My Style
“I used to be a stereotypical girl.” Hold a Conversation Can you imagine leading a conversation about this story? Where? With whom? What kinds of questions would you pose? (See How to use the questions for reflection for one approach.) Please email your questions to us or post them in the comment box for our consideration. If […]