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- [What is Food’s Role in the Environmental Movement?](https://theresilientactivist.org/what-is-foods-role-in-the-environmental-movement/) - In life, few things connect us more than food. From the comforting scent of your mother’s homemade soup after a long day, to breaking bread with friends amidst the twilight hum of cicadas and laughter, food scarcely fails to nourish us and our relationships. If we choose to recognize it, food also presents us with
- [Mi Granito de Arena: Curiosity Could Save a Life](https://theresilientactivist.org/mi-granito-de-arena/) - Have you ever felt curious about something? Or has an emotion, like frustration, ever fueled your curiosity? It is likely that you have, but have you ever been curious in a way that your life or the life of someone else depended on it? You don’t have to know the answer right away. I invite
- [What Skills Build Community–And Why They’re Necessary for the Climate Crisis](https://theresilientactivist.org/community-building-skills/) - Community: Our Lifeline, Our Birthright Do you remember being young, comfortably tucked into bed, as the distant hum of adult voices and laughter drifted through the floorboards? Do you remember the sensation of walking into a classroom, where you caught the bright eye of a friend who saved you a seat? Do you remember the first
- [What I Learned at the 2026 Midwest Climate Summit as a Girl Who Grew Up in New York](https://theresilientactivist.org/what-i-learned-at-the-2026-midwest-climate-summit-as-a-girl-who-grew-up-in-new-york/) - Earlier this month, I attended the 2026 Midwest Climate Summit in Cleveland, Ohio — my second time at this gathering hosted by the Midwest Climate Collaborative. What I found, again, was not just a conference, but a community of people showing up honestly for one another and for a changing world. Here is what I took away.
- [Why Plant Native? | The Evolution of a Gardener](https://theresilientactivist.org/why-plant-native/) - My passion for gardening has evolved over the years. A Real Beginner My horticultural focus began when, as a newlywed, I purchased my first houseplant–a mother-in-law’s tongue—and 54 years later it’s still going strong! I bought oodles more houseplants, only slowing down after my husband’s nightmare of being chased by lanky, green monsters! Our first
- [I Renounced Amazon](https://theresilientactivist.org/i-renounced-amazon/) - A Minneapolis resident has been recording the take-off of every deportation flight out of the city. He counts the shackled men, women, and children as they hobble up the stairs to the plane, many of whom pause for a last glance back at freedom. Brown lives do not matter, any more than Black lives do.
- [Why Should I Keep Caring About Climate Change?](https://theresilientactivist.org/caring-about-climate-change/) - Information Overload and Burnout Each day, we are faced with another thread of hideous news, each vying to be more insidious than the last. The atrocities of the American empire are being laid bare for all who wish to witness, rushing past us in waves moving so quickly that it is difficult to keep up.
- [Why Should We Embrace Imperfection? Insights from Hemingway and the Japanese Art of Kintsugi](https://theresilientactivist.org/embracing-imperfection/) - "Each January, I am overwhelmed by the pressure of New Year’s resolutions. There is such a heavy expectation entwined with these goals; they state a message that says 'Your current existence is flawed, and you need to do better. You need to work hard to improve.' Why is our culture so quick to shame one’s
- [Your Guide to Eco-Friendly Household Products](https://theresilientactivist.org/eco-friendly-household-products/) - Save time (and money) with our complete sustainable household guide—featuring affordable, eco-friendly household products we've researched so you don't have to!
- ["I must return the gift" | A Film Inspired by Robin Wall Kimmerer's Braiding Sweetgrass](https://theresilientactivist.org/i-must-return-the-gift/) - My inspiration When I first read Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teaching of Plants, I felt I had been handed down a roadmap of tools, stories, and lessons that had been absent in my upbringing. Through both science and story, studies and myths, Robin Wall Kimmerer offered me tools to support a
- [The Great Turning | Lessons from Joanna Macy on How We Meet this Moment](https://theresilientactivist.org/the-great-turning/) - Another World is not only possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day, I can hear her breathing. - Arundhati Roy The world is in the midst of a profound sea change. On the global stage, long-standing alliances are fraying as powerful nations posture, intimidate, and attempt to extract resources from their smaller
- [2026: The Year Humanity Saves the Planet](https://theresilientactivist.org/the-year-humanity-saves-the-planet/) - We're sharing a wild new game, just released: “2026: The Year Humanity Saves The Planet!” Here’s how it’s played... The Setup All of humanity lives on a planet (we'll call it “Earth”) that needs to be shifted away from the socially and ecologically destructive path elite classes have pushed for 300+ years. The object of
- [How Can I Best Channel My Activism During the Holidays?](https://theresilientactivist.org/holiday-activism/) - Reclaiming the Holidays: Care Over Consumerism As the leaves transition to fiery hues, and the crisp air signals the approaching season of darkness, I am both elated and filled with dread. Autumn is my favorite season, ushering in the time to turn inward, slow down, and reap the fruits of this year’s labor. However, the
- [Why Walkable Cities Matter: Kansas City's Story of Urbanization](https://theresilientactivist.org/why-walkable-cities-matter-urbanization-effects-kansas-city/) - Walkable cities help drive economic development, connect communities, and offer more equal access to opportunities. Kansas City's story offers us a way in.
- [Creating a Sanctuary of Comfort and Care: Integrating Hygge into Your Activist Practice](https://theresilientactivist.org/creating-a-sanctuary/) - Discover how balancing activism and self-care through hygge and community can help you thrive, avoid burnout, and make a lasting impact.
- [How Can I Stop Doomscrolling and Reclaim My Energy?](https://theresilientactivist.org/attention-economy/) - "It’s my firm conviction, now more than ever, that the degree to which we are able and willing to struggle for ownership of our attention is the degree to which we are free." ― James Williams For generations, traditional consumerism has shaped our lives by convincing us to buy more—more products, more conveniences, more symbols
- [What Can Native Plants Teach Us? | Bergamot Plant Profile](https://theresilientactivist.org/bergamot-profile/) - A Balm for Humans, Animals, and Ecosystems As I made my morning Double Bergamot Earl Grey tea, I thought about all the lovely gifts a plant can bring to the world. Coming into bloom right now is Monarda fistulosa, which grows in 42 of our 48 states, blooms for about a month, and grows 2’
- [Why We Need a Life-Sustaining Economy | Moving From Scarcity to Abundance](https://theresilientactivist.org/life-sustaining-economy/) - Ask a Resilient Activist April Column “The next stage of human economy will parallel what we are beginning to understand about nature. It will call forth the gifts of each of us; it will emphasize cooperation over competition; it will encourage circulation over hoarding; and it will be cyclical, not linear.” - Robin Wall Kimmerer
- [EnviroTip #10: Grief and Hope in Times of Environmental Angst](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotip-10-grief-and-hope-in-times-of-environmental-angst/) - Is there light at the end of this tunnel? One of the most frequent comments The Resilient Activist hears is that caring about the environment and the destructive impact humans are having on the natural world can be overwhelming and gut-wrenching. There is the sense that trying to do anything of value, anything that will
- [How Can I Embrace Love to Sustain My Activism?](https://theresilientactivist.org/embracing-love-in-activism/) - Recognizing the Pull of Despair in Turbulent Times As I sit down to write this in a local coffee shop, I am feeling the heaviness of these tumultuous times. Oh, the things I wish I could say when the barista casually exclaims, “Hi, how’s it going?” as I order my coffee. Without thought, I simply
- [Small Windows Letting Us In: "Imagine" from The Flint Hills](https://theresilientactivist.org/imagine-from-the-flint-hills/) - Small Windows Letting Us In What was it that initially clued you into caring about the natural world as an extension of yourself? What upswell of curiosity, what flash of beauty, what small illuminated window let you into this new way of seeing? Was it the magic of a seed's growth, or the winking of
- [One Activist’s Journey Out of Despair and Into Empowerment](https://theresilientactivist.org/one-activists-journey-out-of-despair-and-into-empowerment/) - Reckoning with the Ugly Truth: Mass Extinction As Kansas City native Briana Anderson progressed though her Wildlife Biology program in college, she started to realize something was fundamentally wrong: “Every species I studied was in danger of extinction. Every habitat I read about was being degraded, destroyed, plowed over, converted, burned, flooded, or polluted. Everything
- [How To Handle Difficult Family Discussions: Understanding Wise Speech](https://theresilientactivist.org/how-to-handle-difficult-family-discussions-understanding-wise-speech/) - Anticipating Political Conversations During the Holidays As the year draws to a close, many look forward to the holiday season and the potential to gather with friends, loved ones, and colleagues. While these celebratory get-togethers are often filled with love and connection, they can also place us in proximity to people with differing opinions, perspectives,
- [A Playlist for Joyful Resistance and Resilience](https://theresilientactivist.org/a-playlist-for-joyful-resistance-and-resilience/) - Music is deeply woven into the human experience. It holds an uncanny ability to replenish our hearts and energy, especially during challenging times. The Resilient Activist team has created a playlist of uplifting songs to support you in times of exhaustion or hopelessness about the Earth's current struggles. The songs we selected promote hope, resilience,
- [How to Spark Joy and Reduce Stress: Powerful Journal Prompts for Self-Care](https://theresilientactivist.org/how-to-spark-joy-and-reduce-stress-powerful-journal-prompts-for-self-care/) - Journal Prompts that Will Spark Your Natural Joy Journaling is a powerful, nurturing form of self-care. It allows our minds to release emotions, ideas, stress, dreams, and even anxiety. For those new to journaling, it can initially seem daunting, but once you begin, it becomes an intuitive and transformative practice. Here are a few prompts
- [The Dream City | What Happens If We Get It Right?](https://theresilientactivist.org/the-dream-city/) - Introduction In tumultuous times such as these, I find myself imagining the worst possible outcomes. Images flicker across my mind: National Parks sold off to the highest-bidding oil companies, my hometown becoming one giant urban heat island, wildfires and other intensified natural disasters stretching across the United States. These daydreams do nothing good for my
- [EnviroTip #2: Plastic Bags: Breaking Up Is Hard To Do](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotip-2-plastic-bags-breaking-up-is-hard-to-do/) - Simple Steps. Big Impact. Solution #1: Quit using them Solution #2: Already have a bunch of plastic bags? Use them till they fall apart, then recycle them Solution #3: Use bags made from environmentally friendly materials Go Deeper Resource Links Comment on this article So, what's the problem with plastic bags? Let's start off with
- [How Do I Overcome the Beast of Holiday Consumerism?](https://theresilientactivist.org/how-do-i-overcome-the-beast-of-holiday-consumerism/) - Holiday Consumerism is Real… and Not Backing Down The pressure is on! When did this monstrosity of Holiday Consumerism arise? My family speaks adoringly of the Christmases of my grandmother's childhood on her family farm, back in the 1930s. My grandmother and her siblings were elated to receive gifts of fruit. That's it! A sweet,
- [Why Don’t I Want to Make New Year’s Resolutions?](https://theresilientactivist.org/new-years-resolutions/) - January as The Arbitrary Harbinger of the New Year On the eve of 2025, I was asleep by 9:30 pm. New Year’s Day was just a Wednesday, a free day off from work. No resolutions were made; no strict goals were set; no pressure-packed intention setting occurred. There were no feelings of "new year, new
- [What is resilience?](https://theresilientactivist.org/what-is-resilience/) - The topic of resilience has been bouncing around popular media lately, perhaps without a lot of understanding about the word’s meaning or the process of acquiring it. The word even comes up at my workplace. I am a veterinary technician at an animal shelter, and we so often speak in awe about the incredible resilience
- [What is an activist, anyway?](https://theresilientactivist.org/what-is-an-activist-anyway/) - "I don't think I'm an activist..." As a volunteer for The Resilient Activist, I have tabled a lot of events in order to spread awareness of our services and programming. After describing TRA's mission and services to interested folks, I am often met with enthusiastic remarks such as "I've been needing this in my life!"
- [How do I become a resilient activist?](https://theresilientactivist.org/how-do-i-become-a-resilient-activist/) - The Resilient Activist believes environmentalists can protect and nourish the earth only when they are nourished themselves. By teaching people how to self-tend, set boundaries, prioritize joy, and find a style of activism that is invigorating to them, we are transforming the environmental movement from the inside out.Please consider making a donation to support our
- [Grief in the Middle East ... our founder's thoughts](https://theresilientactivist.org/grief-in-the-middle-east-our-founders-thoughts/) - A conversation about the tens of thousands of people being killed in Gaza was the flashpoint for developing The Resilient Activist's response, A Letter to Our Community .... This post shares the history behind that document. As the devastation in Gaza and the captivity of Israeli citizens has continued, some of The Resilient Activist’s (TRA)
- [Moving Toward a Zero Waste Lifestyle](https://theresilientactivist.org/moving-toward-a-zero-waste-lifestyle/) - Moving Toward a Zero Waste Lifestyle It can seem like not a day passes by without more bad news concerning the environment. In the face of such huge reported problems, it’s easy to feel helpless and be discouraged. But there’s an effective approach that everyone can take to reduce their impact on the planet’s resources,
- [Should You Control Your Anger? Understanding The Value Of Sacred Rage](https://theresilientactivist.org/should-you-control-your-anger/) - Should You Listen to Your Anger? In a world where humans continually forgo the responsibility to respect other beings, rage can be a close companion. It is a sane response to an insane society. Anger. Resentment. Wrath. Out of all the “negative emotions,” this sacred rage has an effect that accelerates our energy, stimulates the
- [Urban Tree Planting: I Wanted To Make A Difference](https://theresilientactivist.org/urban-tree-planting-i-wanted-to-make-a-difference/) - Article by Karen Uhlenhuth For me, the entry point for tackling our climate crisis was a tree. And then another. And another. The scale of climate breakdown is daunting and for many of us, disabling. And while I regularly contact my legislators in Congress, Jefferson City, and Kansas City hall about climate policy matters, I’m
- [A Letter to Our Community…](https://theresilientactivist.org/a-letter-to-our-community/) - NOTE: Read Grief in the Middle East... our founder's response for more context to this post. For these many months, we’ve stood witness to the violence, occupation, and genocide enacted in Gaza and Israel (as well as Ukraine, Sudan, Myanmar, Yemen, the list goes on…). The Resilient Activist is heartbroken at the catastrophic loss of life,
- [How do I make my home eco-friendly on a budget?](https://theresilientactivist.org/how-do-i-make-my-home-eco-friendly-on-a-budget/) - Congratulations! You have had that "aha!" moment; that lightbulb of clarity has appeared above your head; that epiphany of "I definitely CAN help the planet in my own daily life" has struck you. Whether it was because you watched a painfully truthful documentary about the ongoing climate crises, or you read an article about plastic pollution devastating
- [How Do We Deal with Uncertainty?](https://theresilientactivist.org/how-do-we-deal-with-uncertainty/) - Earth has many, many voices. Those who understand that Earth is a living being know this because they have translated themselves to the humble grasses and old trees. - Roshi Joan Halifax - Being with Uncertainty It’s hard to turn around these days and not be confronted with the fact that we are living
- [Promoting Well-Being and Community Through Action for Happiness](https://theresilientactivist.org/promoting-well-being-and-community-through-action-for-happiness/) - Finding Hope and Connection Through Climate Action Connecting Through Gratitude As someone passionate about supporting both individual well-being and collective resilience in the face of climate change, I'm always looking for organizations promoting positive change. One group doing excellent work is Action for Happiness, a global movement focused on building a happier and more caring
- [Four Steps for a Resilient Life](https://theresilientactivist.org/embodied-activism-and-overwhelm/) - Reflecting on Embodied Activism and Overwhelm I've been thinking a lot about the concept of embodied activism and how it relates to eco-aware activities that give us the most stress and sense of gloom, doom, and overwhelm. If there was a way to make changes to your activism so it feels good, it's uplifting, and
- [Crafting My Way Into Resilience](https://theresilientactivist.org/crafting-my-way-into-resilience/) - I’ve been a victim advocate now for over twenty years. In doing this hard work, it’s been deeply important for me to find ways to metabolize the trauma I take in. Yoga and meditation are part of that for me. Another important resilience tool that has also been a wildly effective way for me to feel purpose and release is crafting. So much of victim advocacy is heavy and ongoing. I don’t feel a lot of completion/resolve – there are constant, open loops, even in great progress. Crafting brings such peace as it is tangible. I can see the impact, and it has a clear and distinct end. Completing projects is uniquely fulfilling because so little in the rest of my world comes with a tidy bow.
- [Environmental Activists Can Be Self-Conscious](https://theresilientactivist.org/self-conscious-emotions-and-climate-change/) - Self-conscious emotions are baked into our DNA because they prevent us from breaking social norms that keep people safe. An unfortunate side effect of this is not being loud and proud enough about the climate crisis. By bringing self-conscious emotions out into the open, we can gain traction in the fight against this existential threat.
- [Gardening for Wildlife–Creating a Sense of Place](https://theresilientactivist.org/gardening-for-wildlife-creating-a-sense-of-place/) - As the world has started to recognize the importance of using plants that have evolved with the insects and animals of a region, Deep Roots has stepped up with its latest offering to assist landowners. Through their new “Nature Advisors” program, a team of two will help you evaluate your property by identifying invasive species, looking at rainwater management opportunities, and increasing options for wildlife habitat through plantings.
- [EnviroTip #4: Actively "Green" Our Planet](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotip-4-actively-green-our-planet/) - Simple Steps. Big Impact. Let's Green It Up! You personally can make an enormous difference in supporting populations of pollinators and other wildlife by choosing to garden from nature’s eye. To get an idea of how to do this, take a couple of minutes to read the "Evolution of a Gardener." It's one gardener's mindset
- [I’ll Never Be the Next Jane Goodall](https://theresilientactivist.org/ill-never-be-the-next-jane-goodall/) - Talking to people has never been my thing. I have always been an introvert, preferring to spend my time with plants and animals and rocks and wind rather than humans. In my childhood, my mother would make an exasperated sigh, hands on her hips, when I darted out to the backyard as guests arrived. The
- [All the Baby Trees by Vivian Faulkner](https://theresilientactivist.org/all-the-baby-trees-by-vivian-faulkner/) - Last year, as I was walking the paths, it occurred to me that these trees were in trouble. Unless the collars were removed, the trees that were now established would start growing through the mesh which would harm them in the long-term... I stated that the trees needed someone who cared about them to do this task and that I was not going to give up.
- [The Evolution of a Gardener](https://theresilientactivist.org/evolution-of-a-gardener/) - My passion for gardening has evolved over the years. A Real Beginner My horticultural focus began when, as a newlywed, I purchased my first houseplant–a mother-in-law’s tongue—and 45 years later it’s still going strong! I bought oodles more houseplants, only slowing down after my husband’s nightmare of being chased by lanky, green monsters! Our first
- [Five Essentials for a Resilient World](https://theresilientactivist.org/five-essentials-for-a-resilient-world/) - What are the Five Essentials? While the implications of creating a healthy, resilient world can feel exciting and uplifting and motivating, it can also feel overwhelming! The Five Essentials for a Resilient World offer simple concepts to help you understand, make decisions, and take action in ways that benefit humans, non-humans, and our planet's ecosystems.
- [Climate Activists and Psychological Distress](https://theresilientactivist.org/climate-activists-and-psychological-distress/) - From Sami Aaron, Founder of The Resilient Activist || Reprinted with permission from Ecopsychepedia What’s a climate activist? A climate activist is: Anyone working to mitigate any aspects of the climate crisis, or to educate others to do so. Anyone who is a dedicated volunteer who has experience, education, or certifications in climate activism, and
- [My Bike Takes Me Everywhere!](https://theresilientactivist.org/415-2/) - Guest article by Bob W. Deeg When I was a kid I was always fascinated with my bike. It took me everywhere I wanted to go during summer months away from school. Every ride was a mini-adventure. If I wasn't riding it I was taking it apart to see how everything worked. If something on
- [Make Art & Money from Moose Poop!](https://theresilientactivist.org/make-art-money-from-moose-poop/) - Maine woman makes art (and money) from moose poop. (Probably not a good video to play at work with the sound on ... word to the wise!) Want more? Get a Poopsicle - tastes like Crap! If you just can't drop it, check out Tirdy Works on Facebook ... you can order your sh.t right
- [How Singapore Cleans its Trash](https://theresilientactivist.org/how-singapore-cleans-its-trash/) - What happens to trash in your landfills? It's probably nothing like this clean, environmentally unique method they've used in Singapore since 1999! How Singapore Cleans? (1 min.) Food for thought: is burning really a safe, environmentally-healthy practice? How does it affect air quality? Take a look at the Semakau Landfill Corporate Video (12 min.) for
- [Gathering Native Seed: Ridiculous Musings on Winter Coming](https://theresilientactivist.org/gathering-native-seed-ridiculous-musings-on-winter-coming/) - These wild places are my sanctuary Yesterday, I hiked about a mile into a WildLand, in hopes of capturing a single species I’ve been seed stalking. I flagged Lobelia siphilitica (Great Blue Lobelia) a couple months ago, blooming beautifully along the swampy edge of a pond. Back when I flagged it, my dear friends and
- [Building Community: A Forest Metaphor](https://theresilientactivist.org/the-resilient-activist-community/) - Grassroots: What a Way to Make a Difference Over the last year or so, the world has seen the emergence of a wide range of environmentally-focused grassroots organizations. Here in the Kansas City area we can now boast that we too have such uplifting communities, including Extinction Rebellion, two Drawdown groups - the KC Drawdown
- [Tim Plants a Garden](https://theresilientactivist.org/tim-plants-a-garden/) - Tim, my neighbor across the street, nudges a vine with his toe. He shrugs. “I don’t know what this is.” He’s tall, floppy, and smiley—Dorothy’s Scarecrow. There’s a kneehole in his overalls. “Sometimes the deer come and eat the leaves off the squash plants. Is it squash?” Tim doesn’t know for sure. “The deer don’t
- [On Accepting Myself](https://theresilientactivist.org/on-accepting-myself/) - I have been meditating on the poem “Wild Geese” for many months now after listening to a rebroadcast of an On Being Podcast from 2015 where Krista Tippet interviews the poet, Mary Oliver. It was a powerful and uplifting interview. I have loved Mary Oliver’s poems for a long time and was saddened by her
- [The Delight in Cultivating Joy and Beauty](https://theresilientactivist.org/the-delight-in-cultivating-joy-and-beauty/) - As I was finishing up my last blog post on Cultivating Play and Rest, Brené Brown dropped another and very timely podcast with Karen Walrond, author of the Lightmaker’s Manifesto. Joy or Guilt? Guilt or Joy? Brené has been struggling with guilt over feeling joy in her life because of all the suffering in the
- [A Nurturing Lesson from the Hummingbirds ](https://theresilientactivist.org/a-nurturing-lesson-from-the-hummingbirds/) - There is something incredibly special about spotting a hummingbird. A fleeting moment when one pauses at a flower in your garden, zooms by your window as you enjoy your morning coffee, or takes advantage of the sugary treat in the feeder. The iridescent greens and purples with a splash of ruby on the throat are
- [From Lawn to Wildlife Habitat: Conservation Starts in Your Own Backyard](https://theresilientactivist.org/anna-finds-her-superpower/) - I’m hooked. I want to garden for wildlife by planting native plants, and here’s why: Doug Tallamy, founder of Homegrown National Park, told me to. I want to do my part to save insects and birds and us by creating my own “wildlife preserve”. I’m learning a lot It’s fun This particular beauty speaks to
- [The Waggle Newsletter](https://theresilientactivist.org/the-waggle-newsletter/) - The Waggle newsletter points the way toward viable climate solutions each week.
- [TimTALKS 2025: LivingPlant: Introducing Nature's Game Changing Technology for the Modern Workplace](https://theresilientactivist.org/timtalks-2025-livingplant-introducing-natures-game-changing-technology-for-the-modern-workplace/) - Introducing a product so far ahead of its time, and yet so familiar, intuitive and appealing—it's a wonder we didn't see it the whole time. The LIVINGPLANT.™ Oooh you ask, how did they ever figure this out?
- [Jamaica to ban plastic bags, straws and foam containers too](https://theresilientactivist.org/jamaica-to-ban-plastic-bags-straws-and-foam-containers-too/) - From Treehugger, October 17, 2018 "The island nation is the latest in a long line of places making a move against single-use plastic. From Scotland banning plastic-handled cotton buds to India reportedly banning all single-use plastics by 2023, we've seen many encouraging steps in the war against plastic marine litter of late. The latest positive
- [Why I Started Upcycle Philippines](https://theresilientactivist.org/why-i-started-upcycle-philippines/) - "Upcycle Philippines" is a name given to the beloved advocacy project I founded that spearheaded the movement on environment conservation through the system of upcycling by fostering awareness of the circular economy. How did it all begin? It started when I cleaned my house and decluttered stuff. I was 5 months into my pregnancy, and
- [Benefits of Time Spent in Nature](https://theresilientactivist.org/benefits-of-time-spent-in-nature/) - At The Resilient Activist we know from our own experience the profound healing and uplift that comes from spending time outdoors. And lookee here! There's science to back it up! This post gives you a smattering of some of the most interesting and promising studies to make the case that you'll feel better and have
- [Appeals to Mother Earth, a Poem](https://theresilientactivist.org/appeals-to-mother-earth-a-poem/) - Once upon a time, when humans were still fairly new to living on the earth, they had a common language with Mother Earth. There was an arrangement and understanding between Mother Earth and humans. “I will let you live here,” she said, “but we must stay in close communication. We are interconnected, and must breathe
- [A Playlist for Feeling Young, Wild, and Free in Nature](https://theresilientactivist.org/a-playlist-for-feeling-young-wild-and-free-in-nature/) - This is the first of a three part blog series about art, nature, and wellbeing. Watch for my poetry and art journaling blog posts coming soon! I love music’s ability to express what can’t be communicated in any other way. Songs tell us stories, take us on emotional journeys, and connect us together. Maybe you’ve
- [Our Earth Walk](https://theresilientactivist.org/our-earth-walk/) - Nature Easing Environmental Anger, Anxiety, and Grief (Editor's note: this article was written for a course at Rockhurst University on "Writing for the Environment." Students paired with nonprofit organizations to create articles and other supportive content. It was a wonderful collaboration with some really insightful and articulate students! For this article, Anna watched a pre-recorded
- [Save The Ocean: Taking Action From Home](https://theresilientactivist.org/save-the-ocean-taking-action-from-home/) - Between absorbing up to 25% of carbon dioxide emissions from the atmosphere and nearly eight metric tons of plastic refuse each year, our oceans are working hard to support modern life. Greenhouse gasses, noise pollution from tankers, and chemical contaminants from offshore drilling platforms are the chief concerns regarding what harms our seas the most. The
- [Welcome to EnviroTips](https://theresilientactivist.org/welcome-to-envirotips/) - Simple Steps. Big Impact. The Resilient Activist organization was created to answer the burning question, "What simple steps can we humans take to have a positive impact on the planet in a way that feels easy and natural?" I just googled that question and got 198,000,000 results like these: The top 5 ways to live
- [Dreaming and the GPS](https://theresilientactivist.org/dreaming-and-the-gps/) - Early one morning, as we drove from suburbs into farmland, my friend’s dashboard emitted a worrisome DING and this warning appeared on the GPS screen:
- [What to do?  Plastic or glass cups?](https://theresilientactivist.org/what-to-do-plastic-glass/) - What to Do? What to Do? is a series of blog posts around the decisions we make every day. We’re having an open house party at the house where we don’t live yet. Sometimes we also do this down by our pond, where we have no running water. We plan to serve beer, wine, and
- [Meditation and Resilience](https://theresilientactivist.org/meditation-and-resilience/) - One of the self-care practices that The Resilient Activist offers and encourages is meditation. Meditation includes a collection of techniques and benefits, and today I’d like to look at it through the lens of resilience. While many people like to jump straight into the deep end, I am personally drawn to opportunities for incremental learning,
- [Resilience and Morning Meditation: Teaching and Self-care](https://theresilientactivist.org/resilience-and-morning-meditation-teaching-and-self-care/) - Hello! I want to introduce myself as I join Sami Aaron in team-teaching the weekly Resilience and Morning Meditation class. I am delighted for the opportunity to contribute in this way toward our collective resilience and well-being. What self-care means to me I love self-care of all kinds, and I love to teach self-care. One
- [Self-Care – Cultivating Play and Rest](https://theresilientactivist.org/self-care-cultivating-play-and-rest/) - In my last blog post, I wrote about activism as self-care…..which for me is the easy part….doing. But as I am learning, self-care should also include adequate rest and play. Play isn’t something that comes to me naturally as a more Type A personality, and play was not modeled or encouraged in my home growing
- [EnviroTip #5: Choose who you give your money to](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotip-5-choose-who-you-give-your-money-to/) - Simple Steps. Big Impact. Use your purchasing power to support a healthy planet Do you really need the item you’re planning on buying? What companies do you want to do business with? Whoa, this sounds like a lot of work! Easy peasy: how to begin What if the "green" option feels too expensive? Want to
- [EnviroTip #11: A Home Tour](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotip-11-a-home-tour/) - So, what can one suburban family do to make a difference for the climate? In our home, it’s just one simple change at a time, and we learn more every day. Others have taken their zero-waste, nature-connected lives much deeper than we have and I applaud their passion and commitment. Here are links to two
- [EnviroTip #14: Revamp our Spending](https://theresilientactivist.org/revamp-our-spending-part-1/) - Much about our spending can be reflected in the way we eat chocolate. One of the five essentials for a resilient world is to “Revamp Our Spending.” We at The Resilient Activist believe that part of both self-care and eco-regeneration is to shift what we as a culture value so we can live more happily
- [Art Journaling to Become Grounded and Resilient](https://theresilientactivist.org/art-journaling-to-become-grounded-and-resilient/) - This is the third blog post of a three part series about art, nature, and wellbeing. Check out my blog posts on music and poetry. I've never really considered myself a traditional artist. In my mind, artists see blank pages and know what to do with them. I tend to stare at them before putting down my
- [Find Your Best Self in Nature](https://theresilientactivist.org/find-your-best-self-in-nature/) - This is the second of a three part blog series about art, nature, and wellbeing. Check out my blog post on music and look out for my blog post about art journaling. When I think about the best moments of my childhood, I picture endless days staring up at the night sky, wandering along forest paths, and
- [Blurred Edges](https://theresilientactivist.org/blurred-edges/) - My husband and I hopped out of the car, excited to explore a stand of aspens, trees that outdoorsy friends had called magical. Because one root system connected the plants, each colony was a single organism. It gave the appearance of many where there was only one. My pace slowed as I approached the grove;
- [How Can Activism Be Self-Care?](https://theresilientactivist.org/how-can-activism-be-self-care/) - Glennon Doyle referred to “activism as self-care” on a recent On Being Podcast, and it was a moment of epiphany for me. I love The Resilient Activist’s definition of activism: “Activism is the art of taking action to support, nurture, and protect what we hold dear.” The Resilient Activist I’ve been an activist according to
- [How to Know a Green Rental Home When You See One](https://theresilientactivist.org/how-to-know-a-green-rental-home-when-you-see-one/) - So, you’re in the market for a rental home and you want to keep your carbon footprint to a minimum. The good news is that more landlords are conscious of how they can conserve energy and water in their properties these days. And fortunately, more real estate developers are trying harder to build structures with
- [Healing Myself to Heal the Planet](https://theresilientactivist.org/healing-myself-to-heal-the-planet/) - When I was 26 I embarked on the most profound healing journey of my life. I worked with a therapist from a body-centered, somatic place to unearth my core childhood and relationship love wounds. I thought I was going into therapy to work on my dad issues, but what I discovered in my body, and
- [A Zero Waste Lifestyle: Good for the Planet](https://theresilientactivist.org/a-zero-waste-lifestyle-good-for-the-planet/) - My zero waste lifestyle began after I heard the statement, “There may be a plan B but there is not a planet B.” I was in awe of a reality I hadn’t yet processed. Since then, I watched the documentary “COWSPIRACY: The Sustainability Secret” only to learn more about the destruction industrial agriculture causes. Soon
- [The Gift of Meditation: A Haven from the Heaviness](https://theresilientactivist.org/the-gift-of-meditation-a-haven-from-the-heaviness/) - My family’s vacations to Colorado were a bright spot in my childhood. As a result, although I am a Kansas girl, the beauty of the Colorado Rockies is never far from my mind. A few weeks ago, my husband, our 18-month-old pup, and I spent a week in Colorado visiting friends and enjoying the beauty
- [Wintering](https://theresilientactivist.org/wintering/) - I recently read, Wintering, The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times, by Katherine May. I learned of the book through an On Being Podcast with Krista Tippett. “Everybody winters at one time or another; some winter over and over again. Wintering is a season in the cold. It is a fallow period in
- [Great Ways to Go Green on St. Patrick's Day](https://theresilientactivist.org/great-ways-to-go-green-on-st-patricks-day/) - A largely celebrated holiday is known for being green but how can the holiday be celebrated with a green mindset? Bike to the Bar If you’re hoping to head out to the pubs consider biking. You will be joining the growing movement of biking commuters. This is a great way to cut down on greenhouse
- [Sustainable: The Podcast](https://theresilientactivist.org/sustainable-the-podcast/) - Sustainable: The Podcast, with Tabitha Jayne of EarthSelf Sustainable: The Podcast, launched in 2016, showcases inspirational leaders and organizations whose primary focus is on nurturing harmony between humanity and nature. In interviews with principals of businesses and organizations from around the world, Tabi brings out the best in their mission and helps us understand how
- [Earth Month Meditations - a reflection](https://theresilientactivist.org/earth-month-meditations-a-reflection/) - During the month of April 2020 - yes THAT month - the COVID-19 month of stress and uncertainty - The Resilient Activist offered a nightly online meditation as a stress-management and resilience tool. Each night included instruction in a variety of meditation techniques along with a guided meditation session. Participants requested more information and reminders
- [Starts with Mindset - Culminates in Community](https://theresilientactivist.org/starts-with-mindset-culminates-in-community/) - I come to The Resilient Activist from a different path. I have a decades-long passion for wellness, but I am new to activism. In some ways, the two values of personal wellness and effecting systemic change are seemingly in conflict, but ultimately, I’m exploring the possibility that with deliberate attention, they can serve each other
- [I Get My Life Lessons From Sports Movies](https://theresilientactivist.org/i-get-my-life-lessons-from-sports-movies/) - Great sports movies deliver a happy ending and an uplifting moral. Here's the formula:1. MARCH TO VICTORYA box turtle crosses my path as I finish the walking loop at the park. A wire fence butts up against the blacktop path. On the other side of the fence, a hill juts skyward. Turtle plods toward the
- [EnviroTip #1: Tomato Hornworms: Feeling The Love](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotip-1-tomato-hornworms-feeling-the-love/) - Simple Steps. Big Impact. Tobacco Hornworm Image credit: Lenora Larson Solution #1: Plant a sacrificial garden just for the hornworms Solution #2: Repel them with companion plants Solution #3: Bring them inside & raise them Go Deeper Resource List Comment on this article Have you ever wished you had an easy answer for how to
- [EnviroTip #8: Spend time noticing nature](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotip-8-spend-time-noticing-nature/) - Simple Steps. Big Impact. "The word 'nature' means everything in the world which is not organized and constructed by man." Lily de Silva, Early Buddhist Attitudes toward Nature Why tune into nature? This EnviroTip article is a little different from most of the others. It's ways you can be more aware of the
- [EnviroTip #13: Meditation - A Powerful Resiliency Tool](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotip-13-meditation-a-powerful-resiliency-tool/) - Q: What is one of the most powerful resiliency tools? A: A regular meditation practice. And here’s the good news: you don’t even have to know how to meditate! Through local teachers, books, and various online sites and mobile apps, you can treat yourself to guided meditations that will help you slow down incessant thoughts,
- [Envirotip: Steal some mulch](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotip-steal-some-mulch/) - Need mulch or leaves for compost? If you live in a city where the sanitation department picks up yard waste, you can score big for your garden. My walking partner, J, has been building a big raised vegetable garden. The sides are about 30" high, made of wood and corrugated steel. When the time came
- [Inviting Nature To Your Home: Part 4](https://theresilientactivist.org/inviting-nature-to-your-home-part-4/) - This is just the beginning of your lifelong journey of deepening your connections to the planet, the universe and yourself. I
- [Nature in the Time of Coronavirus](https://theresilientactivist.org/nature-in-the-time-of-coronavirus/) - This is just the beginning of your lifelong journey of deepening your connections to the planet, the universe and yourself. I
- [Inviting Nature To Your Home: Part 3](https://theresilientactivist.org/inviting-nature-to-your-home-part-3/) - This is just the beginning of your lifelong journey of deepening your connections to the planet, the universe and yourself. I
- [Inviting Nature To Your Home: Part 2](https://theresilientactivist.org/inviting-nature-to-your-home-part-2/) - This is just the beginning of your lifelong journey of deepening your connections to the planet, the universe and yourself. I
- [Inviting Nature To Your Home: Part 1](https://theresilientactivist.org/inviting-nature-to-your-home-part-1/) - This is just the beginning of your lifelong journey of deepening your connections to the planet, the universe and yourself. I
- [5 Essentials for a Conscious Holiday Season](https://theresilientactivist.org/5-essentials-for-a-conscious-holiday-season/) - Conscious holiday celebrations and environmental action—how are they connected? In 2019, millions of people realized the impact that global warming and the resulting climate crisis will have on the health of our planet and the quality of our lives. Many people are fearful, anxious, and overwhelmed by the news reports and images of uncontrolled wildfires,
- [Nature and Me](https://theresilientactivist.org/nature-and-me/) - The leaves on my houseplant were yellow and limp, except for the ones that were brown and dead. When I leaned over to give the poor thing a final sip of water, my arm started tingling. The closer I got to the leaves, the stronger the tingling. Was the dying philodendron taking revenge, shooting a
- [Cliff Hanger](https://theresilientactivist.org/cliff-hanger/) - Toward the end of our urban nature walk, our hiking club (well, we silver-haired ladies were more of a moseying club than a hiking club) stopped along the trail to admire the view from the top of a waterfall. Five hundred times taller than Niagara, the falls plummeted over a sheer rock face and roared
- [EnviroTip #12: Going Zero-Waste with Personal Care](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotip-12-going-zero-waste-with-personal-care/) - We have a TerraCycle recycling program for personal care items going on now in our hometown, Kansas City! As you collect your waste from toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss containers, mouthwash containers, deodorant, and shaving, notice how much waste you produce! Even if it's recycled, there is still the energy usage for manufacturing these containers in the
- [Ground Yourself](https://theresilientactivist.org/ground-yourself/) - The energy healer said my head was leaking. Too much energy escaping out of my skull into the heavens, too little being absorbed from the earth into my feet. My soles were not doing their part to keep my soul in-house. To ground myself, the energy healer prescribed a daily ten-minute stroll through my yard,
- [Healthy Living Through Nature](https://theresilientactivist.org/healthy-living-through-nature/) - BUILDING FAMILY, COMMUNITY, & HEALTHY LIVING THROUGH NATURE As an interior designer by profession, I had learned about environmental design practices, but as a mother, I am finding out what they really mean to me as an individual. Balancing work and home Balancing work and home has always been a struggle for me. I mentally
- [Paper or Plastic? or dazed and confused in the soaps and lotions aisle](https://theresilientactivist.org/paper-or-plastic-or-dazed-and-confused-in-the-soaps-and-lotions-aisle/) - A rabbit is haunting me. I’m standing in the soaps and lotions aisle of a natural foods grocery store, staring glassy-eyed at shelves of body wash. The bottles blur into a grainy newsreel that runs on a loop in my memory: a Dr. Frankenstein laboratory. A rabbit pinned down by a white-coated chemist, while his
- [Humor #3: Nut Milk Stories](https://theresilientactivist.org/humor-3-nut-milk-stories/) - Nut Milking EXPOSED Right now in the U.S. the dairy industry is working to enforce the rules about what products can call themselves milk. They are making the case that nut milks aren't really milks, because they don't come from lactation.
- [EnviroTip #9: Mothering a Young Environmentalist Without Going Off the Rails](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotip-9-off-the-rails/) - For parents of young nature lovers. Helpful tools to support their hearts and minds when you communicate to your children what’s happening in the environment around them. What is the meaning of "Off the rails?" My Mindful Parenting Lesson First Essential Ethic: Notice Second Essential Ethic: Honesty Daily Life Practice Comment on this article Parenting is
- [Permaculture Paradigm for the Next Economy](https://theresilientactivist.org/permaculture-paradigm-for-the-next-economy/) - An introduction to the permaculture concepts of "whole systems thinking and embodiment" that can create the next economy that will serve all of humanity. On July 26th, 2011 something changed for me. My eyes were opened! I began to see a more comprehensive thought system - a way of thinking, seeing and being. A way
- [EnviroTip #3: Plastic Straws & Styrofoam: Who Needs 'Em?](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotip-3-plastic-straws-styrofoam-who-needs-em/) - Simple Steps. Big Impact. No Straw; No Styrofoam Please! The movement to eliminate single-use straws and polystyrene foam (what we commonly call "Styrofoam") is on. The more we learn about both of these items, the more it's clear that it's time to break some habits that are not only unhealthy for us, but
- [Bovine Cooties](https://theresilientactivist.org/bovine-cooties/) - On the front porch of a cabin, I chatted with my roommate for the week, Marina—behind us the sounds of our housemates getting settled. Marina said, “Beautiful spot for a retreat, isn’t it?” If you like bugs and dirt. I swatted a gnat. “Beautiful.” I was preoccupied. As there was no sidewalk through a well-manicured
- [Bad Weather](https://theresilientactivist.org/bad-weather/) - My body’s having an unhealthy relationship with the weather. Unhealthy and predictable. I’ve been walking this nature trail for less than half an hour, and already the heat is making me sick. I told my body this would happen. She will not listen. She insists she can handle the weather. “The weather’s okay,” she says.
- [EnviroTip #7: Food Prep with the planet in mind](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotip-7-food-prep-with-the-planet-in-mind/) - Simple Steps. Big Impact. Food Prep: It can make a difference The food you eat grew from soil, water, and sunlight. The best way to give these nutrients back to the planet is by literally finding ways to get your food scraps outside where they can decompose back into the soil. Food scraps
- [EnviroTip #6: Fall Bulb Prep & Early Pollinators](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotip-6-fall-bulb-prep-early-pollinators/) - Simple Steps. Big Impact. Fall Bulb Prep and Planting for Early Pollinators As part of deepening our understanding of the interconnectedness of everything, Advanced Master Gardener, Darlene Arnett gives us tips for how to plan, prep, and plant your fall bulbs with nature - bees and butterflies that emerge early in the spring
- [For the Love of Food!  Check out a local CSA for fall and winter](https://theresilientactivist.org/for-the-love-of-food-check-out-a-local-csa-for-fall-and-winter/) - I love food – we all do. But I really love food that’s good for me – whether it’s straight up fruits and veggies – or super tasty – but that’s not always good for me, like a decadent dessert. So much so, that our family road-trips usually revolve around local restaurants whose star of the
- [I Love My Patients So Much That I Had To Quit My Job](https://theresilientactivist.org/i-love-my-patients-so-much-i-quit-my-job/) - Guest article by Kylie Vannaman M.D. Why I Gave Up a Good Job Some would say it was a good job. Maybe even a GREAT job. After all, I had my own private office and a whole team of support staff including a medical assistant, triage nurse, medical coders, referral specialists, front desk receptionists, phlebotomists
- [Jane Goodall Reflects On Her Younger Self](https://theresilientactivist.org/jane-goodall-reflects-on-her-younger-self/) - Jane Goodall Reflects On Her Younger Self, As Seen In Recently Discovered Footage From NPR's Here & Now August 20, 2018 World-renowned primatologist and conservationist Jane Goodall says recently discovered footage featured in the National Geographic documentary "Jane" takes her "right back into the skin of my 26-year-old self." Here & Now's Robin Young talks

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- [Gratitude to Our Donors](https://theresilientactivist.org/gratitude-to-our-donors/) - The Resilient Activist would like to extend a heartfelt "Thank You!" to our generous donors! These donations reflect financial support as well as professional and in-kind gifts. 2023 Donors $5,000 + Ancient Forest Donors Anne MeliaSami AaronAnonymous $1,000 - $4,999 Woodlands Donors Anna GraetherDavid FriedmanJane KogerHeather NewhardAshley RadtkeBrenda Bennett-PikeKristin SmithsonCatharine CarnahanMary HoweDena Klein $500 -
- [GivingTuesday 2021](https://theresilientactivist.org/givingtuesday-2021/) - Help build resilience, optimism, and hope in response to the impact of the climate crisis. Your donation to The Resilient Activist has never been more important. The world needs inspired and visionary activists who have the resilience to see us through these unprecedented times. Your donation helps to provide: Resources for Climate Grief & Hope
- [Formidable Forms testing - sumbission form](https://theresilientactivist.org/formidable-forms-testing-sumbission-form/) - [formidable id="2"]
- [FF testing - grid view block](https://theresilientactivist.org/ff-testing-view-block/) - You can search our Resources for A Resilient World by keyword, or browse and filter by the menus below. Scroll down to see your results after you hit the "Search" button. [display-frm-data id="6960" filter="limited"]
- [Embodied Activism Meditation Series](https://theresilientactivist.org/embodied-activism-meditation-series/) - A New Opportunity to Enhance Your Well-Being in 2022 Through our partnership with the Midwest Alliance for Mindfulness, The Resilient Activist has brought together eight of the most experienced and visionary mindfulness teachers for this exceptional series. In this seven-month, weekly online journey, you’ll strengthen your mind, body, spirit, and nature connection through powerful meditations
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- [Diversity Policy](https://theresilientactivist.org/diversity-policy/) - The Resilient Activist Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement Examples of Diversity Initiatives from TRA: TRA Mighty Networks Online Community Guidelines The Resilient Activist organization was created to bring our community together in a way that is safe, supportive, and honest, filled with integrity and without judgment. To that end, we know that our programming
- [COVID-19 Angst: Building Resilience](https://theresilientactivist.org/covid-19-angst-building-resilience/) - COVID-19 Angst: Building Resilience Online meditations starting April 1st 7-8 pm central With The Resilient Activist's founder, Sami Aaron People everywhere have been experiencing severe emotional distress with the appearance of COVID-19. We are overwhelmed with fear for our health, uncertainty about our jobs and finances, and sorrow over our social and physical distancing. For
- [Corporate Sponsorships & Nonprofit Partners](https://theresilientactivist.org/corporate-sponsorships-nonprofit-partners/) - The Resilient Activist is excited to welcome corporate sponsors and nonprofit partners to join us on our mission to cultivate resilience to environmental stress by supporting community, personal well-being, and vital ecological health. Together we can care for ourselves, our Earth, and our communities. Corporate & Small Business Sponsorships Rates shown are for one year.
- [Copyright Complaint Notice](https://theresilientactivist.org/copyright-complaint-notice/) - Last Revised: June 1, 2018 The Resilient Activist, Inc. (the Organization) respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects our users to do the same. The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998 (the “DMCA”) provides recourse for copyright owners who believe that material appearing on the Internet infringes their rights under U.S. copyright
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- [Confirmation - True Power for Climate Resilience and Recovery](https://theresilientactivist.org/confirmation-true-power-for-climate-resilience-and-recovery/) - Thank you for your registration. Watch for an email from Trevor Lies (trevorlies@ku.edu) with an invitation to one of the events, along with the Zoom link. (If you don't see the email in the next few moments, check your junk folder.) ~~ True Power for Climate Resilience and Recovery Team. Back to Registration Page
- [Our Founder, Sami Aaron](https://theresilientactivist.org/about/our-team-founder/) - Bringing the nonprofit, The Resilient Activist (TRA), into being has been the most profound and significant accomplishment of my life. Activists, especially environmental activists, are underappreciated heroes who carry the weight of the world in their hearts, minds, and bodies every single day. These gentle souls step into activism based on a fervent desire to
- [Recycle](https://theresilientactivist.org/recycle-your-dental-and-shaving-products-waste/) - Thank you for your past participation in our Terracycle Drives! We are now encouraging Kansas City area residents to save their personal care waste materials for donation to ScrapsKC, an inspiring nonprofit whose work transforms our environment, enhances learning and renews the homeless.
- [Our Commitment to the Planet](https://theresilientactivist.org/sustainability-policy/) - The Environment and Social Justice Our organization takes our environmental and social justice impact seriously and endeavors to reflect on and research those potential outcomes in every decision we make. To that end, we commit to Minimize our negative environmental impacts in the areas of waste, water, energy, and air quality by meeting online rather
- [Native Land Acknowledgement](https://theresilientactivist.org/native-land-acknowledgement/) - Essential to our focus on deep nature connection, we acknowledge the previous stewards of the land from which this organization springs. In Kansas City, we are on lands once occupied by First Nations including the Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo), the Kaw, the Osage, and the Oceti Sakowin [oh-CHEH-tee SHAW-koh-we] Lakota, Dakota, and Nakota)1. We recognize these lands
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- [Four Steps for a Resilient Life Workshops](https://theresilientactivist.org/4steps/) - No doubt, being an activist can be highly rewarding. But if you sometimes feel overwhelmed and exhausted, you are not alone. Many of us feel a heaviness from our work and the world around us. This workshop, offered by The Resilient Activist, will help you refocus, reframe, and reboot to reduce feelings of overwhelm and
- [Donate](https://theresilientactivist.org/donate/)
- [Climate of Community: True Power for Climate Resilience & Recovery](https://theresilientactivist.org/true-power-for-climate-resilience-recovery/) - Research Study with the University of Kansas - June 2021 In September of 2020, The Resilient Activist teamed up with clinical psychologist Barbara Gilbert, Ph.D., University of Kansas psychology professor Glenn Adams, and social psychology Ph.D. student Trevor Lies to design and run a series of focus groups centered on community conversation about the climate
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- [Partners and Memberships](https://theresilientactivist.org/about/affiliations/) - Our Partners Climate Council of Greater Kansas City The Climate Council of Greater Kansas City was formed in response to the urgency we face regarding global warming, and in recognition of the need for concerted, collective action on a community-wide level to address this crisis. Our goal is to support and expand the important work
- [Volunteer Opportunities](https://theresilientactivist.org/about/volunteer-opportunities-3/) - You Can Make a Difference! Even if you don't have an "environmental" background, volunteering can help you connect, learn, and grow as you work with an amazing group of like-minded people to support those who nurture our planet! Our mission is to cultivate resilience to environmental stress by supporting community, personal well-being, and vital ecological
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- [Resilience](https://theresilientactivist.org/resilience/) - Resilience and the Five Essentials for a Resilient World Feeling overwhelmed with the state of the environment? Try some of these simple steps to help set your heart and mind on a path to gentleness and ease. We often refer to the Five Essentials for a Resilient World as external things we can do to
- [The Visionary Activist](https://theresilientactivist.org/visionary/) - What is a Visionary Activist? Let’s define VISION and ACTIVISM. Vision is a cause, situation, social issue, or environmental injustice that catches your attention and tugs at your heartstrings. Maybe you’ve read, studied, or watched videos about this social issue. Maybe you’ve talked about this cause or donated to it in the past. Maybe you
- [Mindfulness and Resilience Training: Pilot Data from a Novel 9-Week Curriculum](https://theresilientactivist.org/mindfulness-and-resilience-training-pilot-data-from-a-novel-9-week-curriculum/) - Preliminary Report Prepared byTyler D. Staples, MS LMLPJuly 31, 2022 METHODS Specific Research Questions and Hypotheses The research question of the investigation was as follows: Would a novel 9-week resilience and mindfulness training curriculum (MRT) provided over a virtual telecommunication platform (Zoom) lead to improvements in resilience and coping flexibility in climate activists? There were
- [Meditation Resources](https://theresilientactivist.org/meditation-resources/) - Resource List for Mindfulness for a Resilient World COVID RESOURCES We received this helpful article about 9 mindfulness exercises to help you manage COVID stress. There is plenty of research supporting the idea that mindfulness can reduce biological signs of stress, decrease feelings of pain, and even help you sleep better. This article provides forms
- [Stories of Hope in our Changing Climate](https://theresilientactivist.org/stories/stories-of-hope-in-our-changing-climate/) - Not every story about climate change is a complete bummer. People are learning to be creative and resilient, finding new solutions to minimize the harm from climate disruption. This page calls attention to those stories, helping us remember to engage in what Joanna Macy calls "Active Hope." "Hope, in this deep and powerful sense, is
- [Mindfulness and Resilience Training for Victim Services Staff: Research Results](https://theresilientactivist.org/mindfulness-and-resilience-training-for-victim-services-staff-research-results/) - KANSAS DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS: STAFF TRAINING - OFFICE OF VICTIM SERVICES Mindfulness and Resilience Training and Research Study for the Kansas Department of Corrections Office of Victim Services (OVS) Staff, June - August 2022 How is this related to Climate Change? Much of the violence this department addresses with its clients is directly related to
- [Activities to Bring Nature Into Kids' Everyday Lives](https://theresilientactivist.org/nature-kids-activities/) - Here are some simple ideas for reconnecting to nature. Try these activities with kids of all ages! Brief, solo activities Close your eyes and quietly count the number of nature sounds you hear in five minutes. Do this with each of your five senses.Listen to any guided nature meditation - check out YouTube, Insight Timer,
- [Becoming a Resilient Activist](https://theresilientactivist.org/becoming-a-resilient-activist/) - Mindfulness and Resilience Training (MRT) Series Important Links Meditation and Mindfulness Course Waiver Climate Anxiety and Resilience Assessment Content and Videos - MIghty Networks Group "Becoming a Resilient Activist Study" Secret Group on Mighty Networks - NOTE: you have to log in the first time with the private link that you received in a separate
- [EnviroTips](https://theresilientactivist.org/envirotips/) - Simple Steps. Big Impact. EnviroTips are simple, commonsense answers to questions about living mindfully in relationship with the environment. Start with simple solutions and move to deeper content when you're ready … If you're new to our site, read our Inaugural Post to see what EnviroTips are all about.
- [Partners & Sponsors](https://theresilientactivist.org/partners-sponsors/)
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- [Pebble Interiors](https://theresilientactivist.org/pebble-interiors/) - Purpose-driven, green design Pebble Interiors is a community group of interior designers and those in related fields. We are working to connect with others, build a resource list of sustainable vendors, and incorporate purpose-driven, green methods into our client projects. Our Programs Pebble Interiors highlights local vendors, products, and services that promote the Five Essentials

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- [fall bulbs](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/fall-bulbs/)
- [native bees](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/native-bees/)
- [groundcovers](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/groundcovers/)
- [parenting](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/parenting/)
- [environmentalist](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/environmentalist/)
- [communication](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/communication/)
- [children](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/children/)
- [kids](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/kids/)
- [off the rails](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/off-the-rails/)
- [economic systems](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/economic-systems/)
- [social systems](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/social-systems/)
- [capital](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/capital/)
- [GDP](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/gdp/)
- [prosperity](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/prosperity/)
- [paradigm shift](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/paradigm-shift/)
- [grief](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/grief/)
- [hope](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/hope/)
- [community](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/community/)
- [angst](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/angst/)
- [meditation](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/meditation/)
- [support](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/support/)
- [self-compassion](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/self-compassion/)
- [evolutionary shift](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/evolutionary-shift/)
- [consumer species](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/consumer-species/)
- [restorer species](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/restorer-species/)
- [doughnut economics](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/doughnut-economics/)
- [moose poop](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/moose-poop/)
- [art](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/art/)
- [livingplant](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/livingplant/)
- [timtalks](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/timtalks/)
- [Jamaica](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/jamaica/)
- [ban](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/ban/)
- [nut milk](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/nut-milk/)
- [landfill](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/landfill/)
- [waste](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/waste/)
- [Singapore](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/singapore/)
- [compass plant](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/compass-plant/)
- [giant blue lobelia](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/giant-blue-lobelia/)
- [seed gathering](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/seed-gathering/)
- [winter](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/winter/)
- [eyeshadow](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/eyeshadow/)
- [Dr. Bronner](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/dr-bronner/)
- [bunnies](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/bunnies/)
- [soap](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/soap/)
- [product labels](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/product-labels/)
- [lotion](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/lotion/)
- [humanity](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/humanity/)
- [game](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/game/)
- [family](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/family/)
- [houseplant](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/houseplant/)
- [grounding](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/grounding/)
- [barefoot](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/barefoot/)
- [dental](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/dental/)
- [deodorant](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/deodorant/)
- [floss](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/floss/)
- [mouthwash](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/mouthwash/)
- [razor](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/razor/)
- [TerraCycle](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/terracycle/)
- [Kansas City Recycling](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/kansas-city-recycling/)
- [toothbrush](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/toothbrush/)
- [toothpaste](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/toothpaste/)
- [greening up your home](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/greening-up-your-home/)
- [Niagara Falls](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/niagara-falls/)
- [waterfall](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/waterfall/)
- [nature weenie](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/nature-weenie/)
- [grassroots](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/grassroots/)
- [forest floor](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/forest-floor/)
- [roots](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/roots/)
- [calm thoughts](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/calm-thoughts/)
- [release tension](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/release-tension/)
- [resilience](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/resilience/)
- [clarity](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/clarity/)
- [inspiration](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/inspiration/)
- [plant whisperer](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/plant-whisperer/)
- [holidays](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/holidays/)
- [Five Essentials](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/five-essentials/)
- [bioregion](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/bioregion/)
- [ecoregion](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/ecoregion/)
- [watershed](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/watershed/)
- [connect to nature](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/connect-to-nature/)
- [Ken Lassman](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/ken-lassman/)
- [seasons](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/seasons/)
- [ecological time](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/ecological-time/)
- [seasonal wheel](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/seasonal-wheel/)
- [nature diary](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/nature-diary/)
- [phenology](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/phenology/)
- [connection to place](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/connection-to-place/)
- [backyard gardens](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/backyard-gardens/)
- [coronavirus](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/coronavirus/)
- [virus](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/virus/)
- [pandemic](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/pandemic/)
- [mulch](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/mulch/)
- [reuse](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/reuse/)
- [nature connection](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/nature-connection/)
- [self-care](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/self-care/)
- [service](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/service/)
- [home](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/home/)
- [work](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/work/)
- [emotional health](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/emotional-health/)
- [garden](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/garden/)
- [peaches](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/peaches/)
- [passionflower](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/passionflower/)
- [mosquitoes](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/mosquitoes/)
- [tobi holloway](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/tobi-holloway/)
- [anchor](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/anchor/)
- [distractions](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/distractions/)
- [benefits of time spent in nature](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/benefits-of-time-spent-in-nature/)
- [revamp our spending](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/revamp-our-spending/)
- [chocolate](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/chocolate/)
- [zero waste](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/zero-waste/)
- [go green](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/go-green/)
- [st patricks day](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/st-patricks-day/)
- [Mary Oliver](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/mary-oliver/)
- [wild geese](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/wild-geese/)
- [self-acceptance](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/self-acceptance/)
- [wintering](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/wintering/)
- [i wish you well](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/i-wish-you-well/)
- [trust](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/trust/)
- [haven](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/haven/)
- [emotional pain](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/emotional-pain/)
- [somatic healing](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/somatic-healing/)
- [climate cure](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/climate-cure/)
- [Nourishing Practice](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/nourishing-practice/)
- [relaxation](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/relaxation/)
- [playlist](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/playlist/)
- [poetry](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/poetry/)
- [summer](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/summer/)
- [journaling](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/journaling/)
- [activism](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/activism/)
- [elections](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/elections/)
- [voting](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/voting/)
- [what we hold dear](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/what-we-hold-dear/)
- [Robin Wall Kimmerer](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/robin-wall-kimmerer/)
- [magic of nature](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/magic-of-nature/)
- [Braiding Sweetgrass](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/braiding-sweetgrass/)
- [green rental](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/green-rental/)
- [moving](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/moving/)
- [air quality](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/air-quality/)
- [apartment](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/apartment/)
- [embodied activism](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/embodied-activism/)
- [play & rest](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/play-rest/)
- [four steps](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/four-steps/)
- [resilient life](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/resilient-life/)
- [journal](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/journal/)
- [rockhurst university](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/rockhurst-university/)
- [nature meditation](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/nature-meditation/)
- [dream](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/dream/)
- [gps](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/gps/)
- [joy](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/joy/)
- [beauty](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/beauty/)
- [cradle-to-cradle](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/cradle-to-cradle-2/)
- [upcycle](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/upcycle/)
- [fast fashion](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/fast-fashion/)
- [advocacy](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/advocacy/)
- [Dian Fosse](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/dian-fosse/)
- [Biruté Galdikas](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/birute-galdikas/)
- [climate activist grief](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/climate-activist-grief/)
- [hummingbirds](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/hummingbirds/)
- [environmental activism](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/environmental-activism/)
- [rest](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/rest/)
- [ocean conservation](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/ocean-conservation/)
- [green home](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/green-home/)
- [sustainability](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/sustainability/)
- [wildlife preserve](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/wildlife-preserve/)
- [native gardening](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/native-gardening/)
- [natural gardens](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/natural-gardens/)
- [Mother Earth](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/mother-earth/)
- [origin story](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/origin-story/)
- [wonder](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/wonder/)
- [breathing](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/breathing/)
- [drawdown](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/drawdown/)
- [regeneration](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/regeneration/)
- [solutions](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/solutions/)
- [save the trees](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/save-the-trees/)
- [tree-human connection](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/tree-human-connection/)
- [earth connection](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/earth-connection/)
- [deep roots](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/deep-roots/)
- [nature advisor](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/nature-advisor/)
- [climate change anxiety](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/climate-change-anxiety/)
- [self-conscious emotions](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/self-conscious-emotions/)
- [environmental ally](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/environmental-ally/)
- [AUD Bags](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/aud-bags/)
- [Audrey's upcycle designs](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/audreys-upcycle-designs/)
- [Crafting](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/crafting/)
- [plastic reuse](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/plastic-reuse/)
- [well-being](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/well-being-2/)
- [gratitude](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/gratitude/)
- [Louie Schwartzberg](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/louie-schwartzberg/)
- [social connections](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/social-connections/)
- [happiness](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/happiness/)
- [action for happiness](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/action-for-happiness/)
- [Middle East](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/middle-east/)
- [war](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/war/)
- [climate emotions](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/climate-emotions/)
- [rage](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/rage/)
- [tree planting](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/tree-planting/)
- [urban gardening](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/urban-gardening/)
- [world peace](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/world-peace/)
- [climate anxiety](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/climate-anxiety/)
- [climate hope](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/climate-hope/)
- [difficult conversations](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/difficult-conversations/)
- [climate music](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/climate-music/)
- [resistance](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/resistance/)
- [mental health](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/mental-health/)
- [love](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/love/)
- [bell hooks](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/bell-hooks/)
- [ask a resilient activist](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/ask-a-resilient-activist/)
- [creativity](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/creativity/)
- [utopia](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/utopia/)
- [circular economy](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/circular-economy/)
- [gift economy](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/gift-economy/)
- [Community-building](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/community-building/)
- [climate migration](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/climate-migration/)
- [mindfulness](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/mindfulness/)
- [hygge](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/hygge/)
- [sustainable home](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/sustainable-home/)
- [eco friendly home](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/eco-friendly-home/)
- [kc](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/kc/)
- [kansas city](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/kansas-city/)
- [walking](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/walking/)
- [urbanization](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/urbanization/)
- [history](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/history/)
- [holiday spending](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/holiday-spending/)
- [consumerism](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/consumerism/)
- [joanna macy](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/joanna-macy/)
- [the great turning](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/the-great-turning/)
- [imperfection](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/imperfection/)
- [hemingway](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/hemingway/)
- [kintsugi](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/kintsugi/)
- [news](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/news/)
- [burnout](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/burnout/)
- [beaver](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/beaver/)
- [consumer action](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/consumer-action/)
- [midwest climate summit](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/midwest-climate-summit/)
- [women in climate](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/women-in-climate/)
- [racial justice](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/racial-justice/)
- [mi granito de arena](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/mi-granito-de-arena/)
- [latina stories](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/latina-stories/)
- [climate of the mind](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/climate-of-the-mind/)
- [food justice](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/food-justice/)
- [home garden](https://theresilientactivist.org/tag/home-garden/)

## Att. Tags

- [landscape](https://theresilientactivist.org/attachment_tag/landscape/)
- [rainbow](https://theresilientactivist.org/attachment_tag/rainbow/)
- [low res](https://theresilientactivist.org/attachment_tag/low-res/)
- [homepage slider](https://theresilientactivist.org/attachment_tag/homepage-slider/)
- [speakers bureau](https://theresilientactivist.org/attachment_tag/speakers-bureau/)