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How to Be an Activist Without Crying in the Shower

Activism can be intentionally joyful, even in the face of chaos.

My first Substack Live—a really exciting way to recognize Disability Pride Month!

is such a lovely human, and she’s so very generous in sharing her incredible platform. If you’re seeking a little soul-soothing right now, I hope you’ll tune in. We covered so much ground, including:

  • Different approaches to disability activism

  • Sustaining ourselves through joy and self-care

  • Navigating how to channel our emotions about all that’s happening

  • Building support systems

  • Meeting people where they are as a strategy to shift perspectives

I’d genuinely love to know: How are you sustaining yourself right now? What does activism look like for you these days?

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