The 28-Day Fast
A 28-day practice of no use and no consumption of the N-word.
You’ll receive a confirmation email. Once confirmed, the practice begins.
About the Fast
Why this fast exists
This practice is informed by doctoral research examining language, emotion, and cognitive congruence.
The research examined whether acceptance of the term, particularly in stylized in-group use, reduced or neutralized its embodied impact.
The findings did not support the idea that acceptance makes the word neutral or harmless, even when the word is used in familiar or in-group contexts.
What this fast is
- A structured practice of awareness
- A pause from use and consumption
- A chance to notice your relationship to the word
- A practice for noticing patterns and choice
What this fast is not
- A debate forum
- A performance of perfection
- A demand for public agreement
What to expect
- One email per day for 28 days
- Optional reflection space and grounding videos
- A practice focused on awareness, not performance
You’ll receive a confirmation email first. Once confirmed, the practice begins.