WHAT NOW?

The last few weeks have left many of us feeling uncertain about what lies ahead. In moments like these, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, but it’s also when our faith traditions, strength, resilience, and sense of community become most important.

Challenges can feel daunting—but I believe that with the right tools, mindset, and connections, we can navigate uncertainty.

Here’s what I'm doing to stay grounded and engaged.

1. Limiting consumption of news and increasing consumption of opportunities to use my power.

2. Divesting from companies that are supporting harmful agendas while supporting businesses that align with my values. It's hard to let some companies go, but I'll continue to research where I spend my dollars to make intentional, impactful choices. To help in this effort, I found Goods Unite Us, a website and app that "has spent thousands of hours vetting companies' political expenditures in federal elections."

3. Getting involved in grassroots organizations. Community efforts are the heartbeat of change. Lending our skills, voice, or time to organizations driving equity and justice that already exist and need support is another action that I'll continue to take.

4. Supporting my people. We have to strengthen our circles. This can look like offering tangible help to our family, friends, and neighbors—or simply checking in and letting them know we care. I'm especially focusing on young people. Equipping them with knowledge, confidence, tools for advocacy and leadership fills my cup and theirs. Choose your own adventure!

5. Prioritizing self-care and community care. Resistance requires rest. Practicing care for ourselves and creating spaces where others can recharge and feel supported is necessary.

6. Growing closer to God. I depend greatly on my faith as I navigate life. This time is no different, but I'm reminded to prioritize my relationship with my creator.

   
   

   What did I miss? I'd love to know what we can add to the list. Feel free to comment below.