It is important to ask ourselves about our hidden biases and what stereotypes we hold. We are socialized into a culture grounded in colonialism, white supremacy, heteropatriarchy, ableism, and Christianity. As a result, we all hold hidden biases. It is only through self-awareness that we can begin to address these biases.

If you want to explore these topics further, here are some books to consult:

• Shakil Chowdhry, Deep Diversity 
• Robin D’Angelo, White Fragility  
• Harro, The Cycle of Socialization