In academic health professions education, creating inclusive and equitable learning environments is essential for fostering learner success and preparing future providers and professionals to serve diverse populations and communities. However, conversations around race, gender, disparities, biases, and other topics may be activating for learners and educators, often evoking discomfort and resulting in harm through microaggressions and other forms of discrimination. These difficult conversations can be particularly challenging for educators, who may initially lack the tools or confidence to effectively manage them or address discriminatory comments and behaviors in the learning environment.