After that last pessimistic post of mine, I’m sure a few people may want to disappear into their underground bunkers for a while. My partner Patricia and I have an American friend who wants to spend the next four years in Mexico, where it’s safe. 🙂
I can certainly understand. The sheer relentlessness of the strange and disturbing events that have been happening since Donald Trump came into office can be overwhelming. So much is happening so fast that for the dedicated activist, it seems that there are a hundred things to do at once. As Senator Susan Collins of Maine said recently, “Can we have a crisis-free day? That’s all I’m asking.” I think a lot of us are asking that. Continue reading “Can we have a crisis-free day? A few thoughts on how to avoid activist burnout”