A lot has happened in the world since my last post. Political forces feel out of our control; and as they impact our day to day lives through gas and grocery prices, it is natural to feel even more helpless in the face of such dynamics. It is a tough pill to swallow that we can't change the entire world, but I think it is important to recognize that we can change our own. As a political actor, you have immense power over the political reality of your internal world (how you manage resources like time, attention, and emotion), and the dynamics within your family and community. If we are all parts of a whole, you have the power to ensure that your part is something to lean on, lead, and be proud of. Allow yourself to feel whatever it is that comes up in the face of national and international politics, consider its impact on your life, and take reaponsibility for how you respond to it internally, in your home, and in your community.