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Scenario

Why upward mobility feels like betrayal

I finally saved enough to move out of my neighborhood but I feel guilty about leaving my community behind and worry about being seen as thinking I'm better than everyone.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The complex guilt of individual advancement within systems that continue to oppress your community.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Systemic racism — structure and experience?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.