Barbara F. Shabazz, PsyD, a clinical psychologist in Virginia and author of Intentional Balance, explained that allies may be more keenly aware of injustice than ever before, and with that comes the temptation to consume as much information as you can, as quickly as possible — which could mean furiously scrolling through social media for hours.
"You need to understand that this is a marathon," Dr. Shabazz told POPSUGAR. "You aren't preparing for an achievement test, so abandon the need to become an expert, and rather commit to being a lifelong learner of the issues that affect the Black community and continue using your voice and resources to hold space for those who struggle to be seen and heard daily."