In preparation for this discussion, read the following articles that exemplify two perspectives on the role of social justice in the field of MFT:

• Hardy, K. V. (2001). Healing the world in fifty-minute intervals: A response to "family therapy saves the planet". Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 27(1), 19-22.
• Johnson, S. (2001). Family therapy saves the planet: Messianic tendencies in the family systems literature. Journal of Marital and Family Therapy, 27(1), 3-11.

Then, reflect on any diversity and social justice factors that have influenced your family and life experience. How do these experiences impact your self-of-the-therapist?