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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. The best ones are thoughts that many people can relate to and they find something funny or interesting in regular stuff.

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When someone starts with I'm not racist it usually means they are. (lemm.ee)

submitted 11 months ago* (last edited 11 months ago) by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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Edit: here's my thought process. Why do they need to tell someone they are not. Then proceed to say the most racist thing, lmao.

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[–] [email protected] 5 points 11 months ago (2 children)

Are you saying humans are inherently racist? I disagree; I think some people are just raised that way and retain those beliefs into adulthood due to confirmation bias

[–] [email protected] 10 points 11 months ago

I believe humans are inherently racist, or actually discriminatory against those not considered part of our "tribe," whatever that may be. We have a built-in "us versus them" mentality that exists despite conscious efforts to educate and be mindful of those attitudes in ourselves. The sooner we admit to subconscious bias, the sooner we can mitigate it by remaining vigilant against that kind of thinking.

[–] [email protected] 8 points 11 months ago

You're talking about two different levels. The subtle racism in media, others, and from simple ignorance will still have an effect on anyone.