Bragging that you “do not see color,” effectively
neutralizes personal uniqueness, as skin tones are part of who we are as individuals. (Unless, that is, you are completely color blind to every hue, and there is really no need to point that out!) Cleveland Clinic has pointed out, “…while the people who dropped these verbal grenades may
not see the harm in them, the impact of these statements can be felt for weeks,
years, or even decades.” Personally, I definitely see color. Because of the
way I grew up and personal choice, I find diversity interesting, unique, enriching,
and often very beautiful. Fortunately, High Emotional Intelligence helps a
person avoid exhibiting Microaggression in the form of Microassaults, Microinsults, and Microinvalidations. Fortunately, high Emotional Intelligence can
help you manage your emotions appropriately, avoid jumping to conclusions, and refrain
from all verbal or nonverbal microaggressions.
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