"Calling Out" vs "Calling In": Embracing Discomfort in the Classroom
- Jen Rauch
- Nov 29, 2021
- 1 min read

It's happened to all of us: we've posted something on the Internet, or said something in a group of friends, that wasn't considered politically correct and we've been called out on it. Usually, the person's intention is a good one; it's meant to inform us that what we said was offensive to another person or group of people and why. This information is essential to society as it helps all of us learn to be more conscious of how our words and actions may affect other people. However, despite these intentions and the potential to engage in a mutual learning experience, the phenomenon of "call-out culture" leaves many people feeling alienated, stupid, or afraid to speak out in fear of being "cancelled." This alienation stagnates any potential for fruitful dialogue and exchange, and instead creates division.
In this New York Times article, Professor Loretta J. Ross describes combatting cancel culture in her classroom. She explains how she encourages her students to live in discomfort, and encourages the practice of "calling in" to engage in meaningful exchanges through compassion, conversation and context. Check out more of her story and her teaching experiences here!
If you’ve spent any time exploring Dune: Awakening, you’ve already learned the hard way: Arrakis is not forgiving. The sandstorms, deep desert predators, and ruthless players can wipe you out fast if you don’t have the right items in your pack.
From your first Literjon to your first heavy weapon, Dune Awakening buy items are what make the difference between survival and a long walk back to your corpse. Whether you’re a crafter, a fighter, or a spice harvester, knowing what to bring (and how to get it) is half the game.
Have you ever tasted Pani Puri, It is available in ready-to-fry packs.
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Ludo snake game is that ultimate family-night throwdown where you’re rolling dice, racing your colored pieces around the board, and straight-up cackling when you knock someone else’s piece back to start. It’s all about strategy and a bit of luck, but man, the vibe gets wild when everyone’s blocking each other and shouting. Then you’ve got snake and ladder, another classic that’s pure chaos, climbing ladders to get ahead feels like a cheat code, but one wrong roll and a snake’s got you sliding back to square one. Whether you’re dominating in a ludo game or battling those sneaky snakes, nailing the win in either feels like you’ve just ruled the whole game night.