Thanks so much Shereen for your thoughtful comment. That story has been with me for many years!

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Diane Gillespie
Diane Gillespie

Written by Diane Gillespie

PhD, Educational psychologist. Author and sleep advocate interested in learning as social/cultural process (Website: dianemgillespie.com)

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It’s a wonderful story that encapsulates a very meaningful memory. I’m guessing you told that story many times to students. I still remember your story, which you told as a guest speaker in my class, about shopping with a Black friend who was forced…