Ambiguous Race Relations with Katherine Marshall

"It's important to remember that most people are hoping for the best for other people." In this episode of Ambiguity with Ambi, our amazing guest Katherine Marshall and I talk about her experiences encountering uncertainty and ambiguity in life. Katherine talks about how difficult it can be to navigate the space of racial reconciliation, the strides being made and the journey yet to come. She is an incredible woman of God with an amazing heart for others, and through our conversation, we learn more about her preferences and how she navigates life's uncertainties. Listen and enjoy! Katherine is a licensed social worker currently working as a mental health therapist in Baltimore, Maryland. She is passionate about empowering others to find hope and healing in a world that is often disorienting and ambiguous. Katherine enjoys, spending time with friends and family, traveling, the beach, and finding delicious local food spots. Key Highlights: [00:02 - 08:22] What It Was Like To Encounter Countless Faces and Moments of Uncertainty • The fast five questions • Katherine's experiences navigating life's uncertainties and ambiguous moments • Katherine is an amazing woman of God and sister who has a heart for caring for others. [08:23 - 17:18] Struggling to Navigate Faith and Social Justice in the Same Space • Why the faith element is important in reconciling divides • Katherine discloses the part that was the most challenging when navigating the space of racial reconciliation • The racial reconciliation will always be a struggle, but it is something that can be accomplished [17:18 - 27:09] Pray and Believe that Struggle Will Get Better • Katherine believes that prayer is important in order to keep one's heart • It is important to be willing to be uncomfortable and to surround oneself with people who are different from oneself • Katherine's advice for people on both sides of the abortion debate [27:10 - 30:07] Wrapping Up! • Katherine Marshall shares her advice for navigating the uncertain and ambiguous parts of life • Most people are hoping the best for others, and watching too much news can make you think that everyone hates each other Key Quotes: "I think people say the closest people to you are the ones that can hurt you the most." - Katherine Marshall "It can be really difficult when you're kind of forced to acknowledge the opposite. You don't see me because I have questions, but if you are directly opposing this, it feels like you're directly opposing me." - Katherine Marshall Let’s Connect! You can connect with our host Amber Latrece on Instagram. Head to https://amberlatrece.com/ambiguity-with-ambi, and join us on this journey as we discover how to navigate the uncertain on Ambiguity with Ambi! Be sure to subscribe on Apple and Spotify, so you never miss an episode! LEAVE A REVIEW! Your ratings and reviews help get the podcast in front of new listeners. Your feedback also lets me know how I can better serve you.