I’m trying to find a balance that feels almost impossible in today's climate. I don’t want to be shamed into silence, but I also don’t want to sound morally superior. I want to speak from my values and live with integrity while creating a space where others feel safe enough to do the same. This is why I’m stepping back from spaces where the goal is dominance instead of connection. I have no desire to shame those who are still learning. I am one of them.