Take some time to reflect on the concepts and ideas we've explored in this module. Use these prompts to connect the material to your own life, experiences, and values. Remember, there are no right or wrong answers. This is about deepening your understanding and fostering self-awareness.

Prompts:

Connecting to Core Values:

How does fascism, as we've defined it in this module, contradict your core values? Be specific.
Which of your core values are most threatened by fascist ideology? Why?

Recognizing "Othering":

What are some examples of 'othering' you've witnessed or experienced in your own life, your community, or the wider world?
How did these experiences of 'othering' make you feel? (Or, how do you imagine they made others feel?)
Have you ever engaged in othering? What do you think prompted this?

Challenging the "Real Lies":

How can we challenge the 'Real Lies' of fascism in our daily lives, in our communities, and in the broader political sphere?
What are some specific examples of 'Real Lies' (false narratives, propaganda techniques) that you've encountered recently? How could you counter them?

Cultivating Empathy:

Reflect on a time when you felt empathy for someone different from you, whether in terms of race, religion, political beliefs, or other aspects of identity. What made that empathy possible?
What are some barriers that prevent you from feeling empathy for others? How can you overcome these barriers?

Mindfulness and Action:
- How can I be mindful of others, and what does that look like in action?

How can you use your understanding of fascism to inform your actions and choices in the future?
What is one concrete step you can take this week to challenge fascism or promote a more just and equitable world?

Hope

What gives you hope?
How can you foster more hope in your life?

Journaling Prompts

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