[header] How to deal with racism as an african american [title] Don't minimize your feelings after encountering racism. [step] You may be tempted to brush off a racist comment or micro-aggression as " nothing " or think that you are being too sensitive. You are not. 
Being mistreated or stereotyped because of your skin color is hurtful. And no matter what is put out in the media about racism no longer existing, your feelings are very valid.