You got that lecture when you were young, didn't you? You can't mention three things in polite conversation: money, politics, or religion, they told us. Well, I'm calling bullshit. Money, …
When organizing is like screaming–and that’s a good thing, really
When I was young activist, I'd jump on the soapbox in a heartbeat. As I've aged as a grassroots organizer I've learned to not speak unless I've really got something worthwhile to share. On the other …
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8 Signs You Might Be Playing Burnout Musical Chairs
What is "burnout"? It's a term that gets thrown around a lot, but usually when it comes down to making life changes people often forget it's a factor. What do I mean? You've seen it. I know you …
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Compassion and the Righteous Path
Let's talk compassion. It feels great to be righteous, but truth is that also means we can end up being hard on ourselves, hard on those around us. It is possible to be both passionate about the …
The ABC’s Of Self-Care & Sustainable Engagement Over The Next Four Years
If you've been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or struggling with what's happening in our world now, this fantastic article from a seasoned therapist is a reminder of the ABC's of self-care and what …
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How to Find Happiness in Times of Struggle
Check out this inspiring conversation between Sarah Von Bargen of Yes & Yes and Anna Kunnecke of How To Be On The Right Side of History (even though you're ridiculously busy)! It's all about how …
Moby Just Released 4 Hours Of FREE Music Designed For Yoga And Meditation
Feeling stressed? Can't sleep? Moby just released 4 hours of FREE music designed for yoga, meditation, and sleep. An active yoga practitioner, vega, and animal rights activist, he made it for …
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Maine Resistance Summit
Tomorrow, Sunday, March 5th, hundreds of Mainers are going to come together at the Maine Resistance Summit to get trained up and gear up for more organizing over the years to come. With 18 …
Up With Community Announcing: Brass Tacks – You ask, We answer
This doesn't happen often. Got a question about organizing? Want some mentoring from an experienced grassroots organizer? Check Up with Community's Brass Tacks - Where you can ask your most …
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A Teachable Moment from “Freeport artist living a dream, with cover image on this week’s New Yorker” – The Portland Press Herald
Abigail Gray Swartz, who attended the Women's March in Augusta, ME updated the iconic Rosie the Riveter as a woman of color with a pink pussyhat and made the cover of the New Yorker. Source: Freeport …