So what you are essentially saying is that people facing racism, sexism, homophobia, abelism, etc. should just accept it as the way life is because telling them that not to accept it is harmful? Sorry, but only a white dude would ever say something so absurd.
The only way that any social progress has ever taken place ever in the history of this country is through advocacy and refusing to accept that for example, slavery, or children working in coal mines, or 100 hour work weeks was acceptable.
I really don't think you've actually thought this response through because what you are advocating for is patently absurd and unbelievably dysfunctional. And how the fuck is simply existing as a Black person (or a woman, a gay person) "acting out in a certain way"?
You seemingly have no understanding whatsoever of what discrimination is and how it functions in our culture and it makes you come across as a complete bigot. If I were you, I'd stop talking because equating being a paranoid schizophrenic with being a Black person in a racist culture is a terrible analogy.
Edit: I highly suggest that you read this article from the American Psychological Association:
Here’s an excerpt:
“Experiencing racism is associated with higher rates of depression, anxiety, and stress, as well as post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorders, and other serious psychological conditions.
Feelings of anger, pain, helplessness, and hopelessness are normal and valid reactions. How do you use the anguish to direct your actions?”
UNMUTE YOUR FEELINGS
Anger and outrage are appropriate responses to injustice. In fact, anger has played a critical role in social justice movements since the United States was founded. The way we process and channel our pain can help protect us from long-term mental health effects and increase our effectiveness as advocates and activists.
Share your pain
Sometimes we are our own worst enemy. We have painful feelings and then tell ourselves those feelings are a problem. We tell others “I’m good,” and “I’m alright” when we’re not. Feeling like you can’t cope, you can’t focus, you want to cry — these are all normal and valid responses to anger and outrage.
Holding in painful feelings negatively affects our emotional well-being. Sharing difficult feelings with others — friends, family members, or professionals — can help. Acknowledging and expressing our feelings helps us understand why we feel overwhelmed and can strengthen our ability to channel that emotion.
Verbalizing our feelings makes sadness, anger, and pain feel less intense. On the flip side, failing to communicate outrage and anguish can lead to adverse mental and physical health consequences in the long run.
