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Scenario

Why code-switching can create impossible standards

My mom says I 'talk white' now that I'm in grad school and my advisor says I need to work on my 'professional communication' - I feel like I'm failing everyone.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Moving between worlds often means being criticized for not belonging fully in either.

Your guide for this
Juana
Juana works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Code-switching and double consciousness?”

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.

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