Discussions about race play an integral role in race-related research. However, avoiding these discussions inhibits our ability to effectively disseminate results and prevents us from acknowledging/validating all aspects of a client's identity. Conversely, respectful discussions about race promote active listening, meaningful conversations, and lifelong learning about race-related topics. Through this interactive panel discussion, we will normalize the strong emotions evoked by conversations about race (e.g., awkwardness, sadness, fear, etc.) and discuss reasons for our avoidance of them (e.g., "cancel culture", negative professional evaluations, etc.). At the start of the panel, audience members will answer questions such as "Do you ever hesitate to bring up race in class or supervision?" and "Do you feel uncomfortable discussing race with your clients?" using anonymous voting. Panelists will share these responses, thus creating a sense of togetherness among the audience members. Audience members will be advised to provide de-identified anecdotes from their personal lives rather than their professional lives to avoid breaches of confidentiality (e.g., scenarios observed outside of work, conversations with friends, partners, or family members, etc.). Panelists will acknowledge and validate the strong emotions audience members may feel and encourage them to share their thoughts, feelings, and opinions.