Welcome to The Happy Activist Companion Website

In this book, the term activism: Rettig, H. (2006). The Lifelong Activist: How to change the world without losing your way. New York, NY: Lantern Books, p. 267

Social justice focuses on inequality in rights: [1] Nilsson, J. E., Marszalek, J. M., Linnemeyer, R. M., Bahner, A. D., & Misialek, L. H. (2011). Development and Assessment of the Social Issues Advocacy Scale. Educational and Psychological Measurement, 71(1), 258–275. https://doi.org/10.1177/0013164410391581

Gamaliel community organizing workshop: [1] Gamaliel Foundation  About Us – Gamaliel Network. (n.d.). Retrieved April 4, 2018, from http://gamaliel.org/about-us/

safe place for teachers and students: [1] James, N. & McCallion, G. (2013). School Resource Officers: Law Enforcement Officers in Schools. Congressional Research Service. Retrieved from https://fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R43126.pdf

an intent to kill, it’s already too late: [1] Wolf, C.R. (2018). Preventing School Shootings Requires Additional Measures: Early identification and intervention is needed alongside active shooter drills. Psychology Today. Retrieved from https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-desk-the-mental-health-lawyer/201806

[1]The 5-Step Activism Path Workbook: Your Guide From Passion to Action: available at lifeattheintersection.com/store or Amazon

The Cycle of Liberation: [1] Diagram of Bobbie Harro’s Cycle of Socialization and Liberation https://diversity.wisc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Cycles-of-socialization-and-liberation.pdf

[1]How to Master Social Change Definitions: https://lifeattheintersection.com/2023/05/29/how-to-master-social-change-definitions-try-this-sure-fire-guide/

Chapter 2

The mind map improves your creativity: [1] Malycha, C. P., & Maier, G. W. (2017). The Random-Map Technique: Enhancing Mind-Mapping with a Conceptual Combination Technique to Foster Creative Potential. Creativity Research Journal, 29(2), 114–124. https://doi.org/10.1080/10400419.2017.1302763

Mind mapping mimics how the brain processes information: [1] Zampetakis, L. A., Tsironis, L., & Moustakis, V. (2007). Creativity development in engineering education: the case of mind mapping. Journal of Management Development, 26(4), 370–380. https://doi.org/10.1108/02621710710740110

Bucket list items tend to be difficult and specific:[1] Peterson, C. (2011). Bucket Lists and Positive Psychology. Retrieved from https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-goodlife/201102/bucket-lists-and-positive-psychology, par. 6.

Clearer Thinking’s Savor Your Life:[1] Clearer Thinking’s Savor Your Life available at https://programs.clearerthinking.org/savoring.html#.Y7nRVXbMJD9

[1]No Activism Degree Required

expertise that will help make you an even more effective activist: [1] Rettig, H. (2006). The Lifelong Activist: How to change the world without losing your way. New York, NY: Lantern Books.

Chapter 3

call for ending violence: [1] Nonviolence movement https://thedreamcatch.com/5-prominent-leaders-in-the-non-violence-movement-and-their-impact/

economy that benefits humans, animals, and the planet: [1] Economy for the Common Good http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ and write the next verse of humanity’s collective song: [1]  Barber, Reverend Dr, William J. The Third Reconstruction: Moral Mondays, Fusion Politics, and the Rise of a New Justice Movement.

and a lack of stigma: [1] Disability Activism http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Disability_rights_movement

a decades-long focus that transformed his town: [1] Burkholder, R. (2015). The Activist’s Toolkit: Advice and encouragement from an experienced activist to help you be a successful leader in your community. Portland, Oregon: Rex Burkholder, p. 14.

do a particular piece of work in the world: [1] Mohr, T. (2014). Playing Big. New York, NY: Gotham Books, p. 208-209.

and don’t fully understand myself but are nonetheless completing: [1] Palmer, P. (2000). Let your life speak. San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.

more about different activism causes

[1]The Activist Skills and Knowledge Questionnaire: The Vernal Project. http://www.vernalproject.org/papers/change/ActQuest.pdf.

Chapter 4

Mark Henson, the author of Ordinary Superpowers :[1] Mark Henson, Ordinary Superpowers. https://www.amazon.com/Ordinary-Superpowers-Unleash-Potential-Natural/dp/0692856730

[1][1]The Activist Skills and Knowledge Questionnaire: The Vernal Project. http://www.vernalproject.org/papers/change/ActQuest.pdf.

Chapter 5

you can find examples of situations that mean you hold privilege:[1] Killerman, S. (n.d.). Learn about Gender, Sexuality, & Social Justice. Retrieved from http://itspronouncedmetrosexual.com. Reprinted with permission.

compasses, emergency gear, and blank checks : [1] McIntosh, Peggy. White Privilege: Unpacking the Invisible Knapsack. Retrieved from https://nationalseedproject.org/Key-SEED-Texts/white-privilege-unpacking-the-invisible-knapsack.

Entitlement shows to others, even if you can’t see it: [1] Burkholder, R. (2015). The Activist’s Toolkit: Advice and encouragement from an experienced activist to help you be a successful leader in your community. Portland, Oregon: Rex Burkholder.

the impact of those differences on relationships: [1] Shibata, A. (2007). Exploring intercultural communication issues in online classes. Explorations in Media Ecology, 139–148. Shibata discusses Hofstede’s work and its application to online learning.

disharmony within the groups:: [1] Ce4less.com. (2017). Core Counselor Competencies: Improving Cultural Competence. Retrieved from ce4less.com, p. 35-36.

The workplace is accessible to all:: [1] Quote from Kansas University https://ctb.ku.edu/en/table-of-contents/culture/cultural-competence/culturally-competent-organizations/main

to compare the cultural differences:: [1] Based on Hofstede’s work, compare cultural differences between countries at https://www.hofstede-insights.com/fi/product/compare-countries/

Personal Self-Assessment of Anti-Bias Behavior:: [1] Anti-Defamation League’s Personal self-Assessment of Anti-Bias Behavior. https://www.adl.org/sites/default/files/documents/assets/pdf/education-outreach/Personal-Self-Assessment-of-Anti-Bias-Behavior.pdf

a fantastic site for help in cultural competence:: [1] It’s Pronounced Metrosexual http://itspronouncedmetrosexual.com/

It is Time to Talk About It.

Chapter 6

four types of personal motivation for activism: [1] Land, S. (2009). The Idealist.org Handbook to Building a Better World. New York, NY: The Penguin Group.)

trigger the motivation to contribute and help others:: [1] Vrablikova, K., & Zmerli, S. (2017). The Psychology of Political Participation and Social Movement Activism: An Embedded Perspective. In European Consortium for Political Research. Prague. Retrieved fromhttps://ecpr.eu/Events/SectionDetails.aspx?SectionID=587&EventID=95

We have a built-in need to socialize:: [1] Clary, E. G., Snyder, M., Ridge, R. D., Copeland, J., Stukas, A. A., Haugen, J., & Miene, P. (1998). Understanding and assessing the motivations of volunteers: A functional approach. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 74(6), 1516–1530. https://doi.org/10.1037/0022-3514.74.6.1516

mental health through the connections you make:: [1] Pinder, C. C. (2007). Expectancy Theory of Work Motivation. In Encyclopedia of Industrial and Organizational Psychology, pp. 235–238. Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE Publications, Inc. https://doi.org/10.4135/9781412952651.n91

reduce stress, and improve self-esteem: [1] Lockard, T. Retrieved from https://nami.org/Blogs/NAMI-Blog/February-2022/How-Volunteering-Improves-Mental-Health.

reduce stress, and improve self-esteem: [1] Ishida, R., & Okada, M. (2006). Effects of a firm purpose in life on anxiety and sympathetic nervous activity caused by emotional stress: Assessment by psycho-physiological method. Stress and Health, 22(4), 275–281. https://doi.org/10.1002/smi.1095

reduce stress, and improve self-esteem: [1] Khutkyy, D. (2014). Proactive Orientation and Individual Activism As Causes of Personal Achievement and Subjective Wellbeing. National Research University Higher School of Economics. p. 1–25.

reduce stress, and improve self-esteem: [1] Stukas, A. A., Hoye, R., Nicholson, M., Brown, K. M., & Aisbett, L. (2016). Motivations to Volunteer and Their Associations With Volunteers’ Well-Being. Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector Quarterly, 45(1), 112–132. https://doi.org/10.1177/0899764014561122

Rosa Park’s refusal to give up her seat on the bus: [1] Piliavin, J. A., & Charng, H.-W. (1990). Altruism: A review of recent theory and research. Annual Review of Sociology, 16, 27–65.

Rosa Park’s refusal to give up her seat on the bus: [1] Gladwell, M. (2017, June 19). Small Change. Retrieved from https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2010/10/04/small-changemalcolm-gladwell

the need for gun control can turn violent:: [1] Hirsch, E. (2017, June 29). The Problem with Participatory Democracy is the Participants. Retrieved from https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/29/opinion/sunday/the-problemwith-participatory-democracy-is-the-participants.html

targeted with violence simply because of their cultural identity:: [1] Amnesty International. (2017). Deadly but Preventable Attacks: Killings and enforced disappearances of those who defend human rights.

[1]What Rewards Will You Get Out of Activism?

Chapter 7

their participation—and collective action, in general—matters:: [1] Han, Hahrie. How Organizations Develop Activists: Civic Associations and Leadership in the 21st Century. Oxford University Press. Kindle Edition.

[1]Mentor girls interested in STEM careers: https://boldly-you.com/

which is held in January and supports those trying to eat vegan:: [1] Rear, J. (March 13, 2018). The results of Veganuary show why the dietary trend is so popular. Verdict. Retrieved from https://www.verdict.co.uk/vegan-facts-results-veganuary-showdietary-trend-popular/

they have an equal chance of winning if they enter:: [1] Hilstrom, C. (2017). The Trump Effect, One Year Later: Thousands of Women Running for Office. Retrieved November 10, 2017, from http://www.yesmagazine.org/issues/solidarity/the-trumpeffect-one-year-later-thousands-of-women-running-for-office-20171106

Emily’s List, helps female Democratic candidates run for office:: [1] Tackett, Michael. (December 4, 2017). Women Line Up to Run for Office, Harnessing Their Outrage at Trump. The New York Times. Retrieved from https://www.nytimes.com/2017/12/04/us/politics/womencandidates-office.html?smid=tw-share&_r=0

votes out of more than 29,000 ballots cast:: [1] Tackett, Michael. (December 4, 2017). Women Line Up to Run for Office, Harnessing Their Outrage at Trump. The New York Times. Retrieved from https://www.nytimes.com/2017/12/04/us/politics/womencandidates-office.html?smid=tw-share&_r=0

share truths that cannot be captured by words alone:: [1] Amin T., & Bartlett R., Hammamy R., Rasor P., Sewell M., et al. (Winter 2017). Do you have to be an activist to be a Unitarian Universalist? UU World, (p. 33).

was instrumental in abolishing slavery:: [1] Goodling, L. B. (2015). Civic Engagement 2.0: A Blended Pedagogy of Multiliteracies and Activism. Retrieved from http://scholarworks.gsu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1160&contex t=english_diss

The Art of Craft and Activism and Knitting for Good:: [1] Greer, B. (2008). Knitting for Good. Boston, MA: Trumpeter, p. 8.

with her website Craftivist Collective:: [1] Craftivist Collective https://craftivist-collective.com/

awareness, engagement, stronger movement, and change:: [1] Barrett, D. & Leddy, S. (2008). Assessing Creative Media’s Social Impact. The Fledgling Fund. http://www.thefledglinggfund.org/resources/impact

how a camp for teens with disabilities nurtured future activists:: [1] Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution movie website https://cripcamp.com/

impact of clothing production and waste on the environment:: [1] True Cost website https://truecostmovie.com/

awareness of racism and African American history and culture:: [1] Mohammed-akinyela, I.J. (2012) Conscious Rap Music: Movement Music Revisited: A Qualitative Study. Georgia State University.

ending violence against women and girls:: [1] V20: Rise, Resist, Unite (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.vday.org

opened a store where everything was free:: [1] The Diggers Archive. (n.d.). Overview: who were (are) the Diggers? Retrieved from http://www.diggers.org/overview.htm

Tribute to the Summer of Love (2017) features The Diggers:: [1] The Diggers Archive. (n.d.). Video clip from Tribute to the Summer of Love (2017). Retrieved from http://www.diggers.org/revelations_video.htm 

debate discussing ways to correct the injustices:: [1] Lee, S.-J. (2017). Trans Youth Use Theater to Raise Awareness and Change Policy. Yes! Magazine. Retrieved from http://www.yesmagazine.org/peace-justice/trans-youth-use-theaterto-raise-awareness-and-change-policy-20171106

highlight the need for prison reform:: [1] Dance highlights the need for prison reform (Uncle Ronnie’s Room.) Retrieved from https://www.dancemagazine.com/dance-and-incarceration/

she teaches workshops on street-dance activism:: [1] Shamell Bell brings street activism to life with dance. https://www.bet.com/article/a5lwdv/blm-shamell-bell-introduces-street-dance-protests

opportunity to express opinions and feel your viewpoint is heard:: [1] Goodling, L. B. (2015). Civic Engagement 2.0: A Blended Pedagogy of Multiliteracies and Activism. Retrieved from http://scholarworks.gsu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1160&contex t=english_diss

not to what stands between us, but what stands before us:: [1] Amanda Gorman The Hill we Climb

[1]Write poetry about climate change https://magmapoetry.com/archive/magma-72/poems/ego/

highlighting Hawaii’s colonization from the perspective of natives:: [1] Kapulei Flores https://www.kapzphotography.com/

to teach kids how to tell their stories:: [1] Don’t Shoot Guns Shoot Cameras https://dontshootgunsshootcameras.com/

letting others use their strengths for the cause:: [1] Todd, B. & Duda, R. (March 31, 2018). Why operations management is one of the biggest bottlenecks in effective altruism. Retrieved from https://80000hours.org/articles/operationsmanagement/

[1]Alice Wong created the Disability: https://disabilityvisibilityproject.com/about/

helping activists get involved in an otherwise daunting cause:: [1] Prosperity Now. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://prosperitynow.org/

and the logistical functions of the dating world:: [1] Gladwell, M. (2017, June 19). Small Change. Retrieved from https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2010/10/04/small-changemalcolm-gladwell

Gabe hosts the popular weekly podcast Inside Mental Health:[1] A profile of activist Gabe Howard.

[1]On the podcast Stay Human: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stay-human/id1509323322

[1]NPR’s Planet Money: https://www.npr.org/podcasts/510289/planet-money

visit these museums—you’ll be changed for the better:: [1] Legacy Museum and the National Memorial for Peace and Justice https://museumandmemorial.eji.org/

connects people with licensed therapists of color: [1]Ayana Therapy website connects people with licensed therapists of color. https://www.ayanatherapy.com/

I check in with Nutrition Facts:: [1] Nutrition Facts is at nutritionfacts.org

[1]Carbon Footprint: is https://www.carbonfootprint.com/

a life that he and his family experienced when they fled Sudan:: [1] Salaam video game. Retrieved from https://www.news18.com/news/tech/salaam-a-video-game-based-on-a-refugees-life-wants-you-to-see-their-harsh-realities-2511555.html

ACLU Mobile Justice app record interactions with police:: [1] ACLU Mobile Justice app https://www.aclu.org/issues/criminal-law-reform/reforming-police/mobile-justice

fashion brands operate sustainably with the Good On You app:: [1] Find out whether your favorite fashion brands operate sustainably with the Good On You app. Retrieved from https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=au.org.goodonyou.goodonyou&hl=en

daring the corporations to act against them to expose how they treat animals:: [1] Butler, K. (2017). Inside the Bold New Animal Liberation Movement: No Masks, No Regrets, All the Risk. Mother Jones. Retrieved from http://www.motherjones.com/food/2017/11/insidethe-bold-new-animal-liberation-movement-no-masks-no-regrets-allthe-risk/

Newsday investigated fair housing on: [1]https://projects.newsday.com/long-island/real-estate-agents-investigation/#open-paywall-message

espousing non-violence in the civil rights movement:: [1] World@nimal.net. (n.d.). Major tactics include sit-ins, freedom riders, demonstrations, and marches. Retrieved from http://worldanimal.net/social-movements para. 16.

large numbers of people are most likely to influence:: [1] Wood, J. (n.d.). Protests with Lots of People, One Message Most Likely to Sway Politicians. Retrieved April 4, 2018, from https://psychcentral.com/news/2017/04/01/protests-with-lots-ofpeople-one-message-most-likely-to-sway-politicians/118480.html

they are more likely to support the cause:: [1] Specifically, “A study by Daniel Gillion at the University of Pennsylvania analyzed civil rights legislation from the 1960s through the 1990s and found that every 10 protests in a representative’s district made that representative one percent more likely to vote in favor of civil rights issues–a minor but nonetheless demonstrable effect on legislative progress.” Resistance Guide: How to sustain the movement to win. (n.d.). Chapter 2: How do movements work? Retrieved from https://www.guidingtheresistance.org/chapter_two

welcome incarceration for blocking streets:: [1] Article about the arrests of members of the Poor People’s Campaign protest for voting rights and a living wage. https://www.ucc.org/hundreds-arrested-in-dc-as-poor-peoples-campaign-presses-for-voting-rights-15-minimum-wage/

They got their center: [1] https://beautifultrouble.org/toolbox/tool/daycare-centre-sit-in/

can impact social justice issues in organizations:: [1] Goranova, M., & Ryan, L. V. (2014). Shareholder Activism: A Multidisciplinary Review. Journal of Management (40). https://doi.org/10.1177/0149206313515519

less-than-stellar reputation at the time of the protest:: [1] Lee, B., Madsen, P., & King, B. (2007). A Political Mediation Model of Corporate Response to Social Movement Activism. Administrative Science Quarterly

recognize their viewpoints in company decisions:: [1] Hond, F., & Bakker, F. (2007). Ideologically Motivated Activism: How Activist Groups Influence Corporate Social Change Activities. Academy of Management Review, 32(3), 901–924.

companies dropped advertising on Breitbart:: [1] Fahri, P. (2017). The mysterious group that’s picking Breitbart apart, one tweet at a time. Washington Post. Retrieved from https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/style/the-mysteriousgroup-thats-picking-breitbart-apart-one-tweet-at-atime/2017/09/22/df1ee0c0-9d5c-11e7-9083fbfddf6804c2_story.html?utm_term=.162216b96e29 99

buying ethical products:: [1] Ethical Consumer. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.ethicalconsumer.org/ 

create petitions for a cause you support:: [1] Change.org. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.change.org/ 

Writing to Change the World: [1] by Mary Pipher, author of Reviving Ophelia.

Learn more about craftivist Sarah Corbett: [1] Craftivism article featuring Sarah Corbett.

The Art of Gentle Protest: [1] How to be a Craftivist: The Art of Gentle Protest by Sarah Corbett.

Chapter 8

author of What Color is Your Parachute? recommends this approach: [1] Bolles, R. (2017). What color is your parachute? 2017. Berkeley, CA: Ten Speed Press

how to use Venn diagrams in decision-making:: [1] How to use Venn diagrams to find your purpose. https://www.greenbiz.com/article/how-use-venn-diagram-purpose-sustainability-career

Chapter 9

the shock of learning about these oppressions can bring:: [1] Amin T., & Bartlett R., Hammamy R., Rasor P., Sewell M., et al. (Winter 2017). Do you have to be an activist to be a Unitarian Universalist? UU World, p. 37.

she lists opportunities to act in social causes:: [1] Iser, L. (n.d.). About Lynne. Retrieved from http://www.elder-activists.org/about-lynne.html

make an impact by better engaging activists:: [1] Han, Hahrie. How Organizations Develop Activists: Civic Associations and Leadership in the 21st Century. Oxford University Press. Kindle Edition.

high-quality leaders capable of recruiting future activists:: [1] Han, Hahrie. How Organizations Develop Activists: Civic Associations and Leadership in the 21st Century. Oxford University Press. Kindle Edition, p. 17.

Job previews reduce turnover and improve satisfaction:: [1] CPS Human Resource Services. (2017). The RJP Tool Kit: A  How-To Guide for Developing a Realistic Job Preview. Retrieved from http://www.cpshr.us/workforceplanning/documents/ToolKitRJP.pdf 

Job previews reduce turnover and improve satisfaction: Earnest, D., Allen, D., & Landis, R. (2011). Mechanisms linking realistic job previews with turnover: A meta‐analytic path analysis. Personnel Psychology, 865–897. Retrieved from http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1744-6570.2011.01230.x/full

And you are less likely to quit:: [1] Lauver, K. J., & Kristof-Brown, A. (2001). Distinguishing between Employees’ Perceptions of Person–Job and Person–Organization Fit. Journal of Vocational Behavior, 59(3), 454–470. https://doi.org/10.1006/jvbe.2001.1807

developing programs to meet volunteer needs and values:: [1] Usadolo, Q. E. (2016). The impact of social exchange on volunteer’s workplace outcomes in nonprofit organisations. Southern Cross University.

Volunteers stay longer and recruit others to join the organization:: [1] Boezeman, E. J., & Ellemers, N. (2008). Volunteer recruitment: The role of organizational support and anticipated respect in non-volunteer’s attraction to charitable volunteer organizations. Journal of Applied Psychology, 93(5), 1013–1026. https://doi.org/10.1037/0021-9010.93.5.1013

[1]How to be a Solo Activist.

[1]Ways Nonprofits Should Develop Activists: https://lifeattheintersection.com/2019/09/09/ways-nonprofits-should-develop-activists/

Chapter 10

Is this a good fit for your gifts?: [1] MacAskill, W. (2016). Doing Good Better: How Effective Altruism Can Help You Help Others, Do Work that Matters, and Make Smarter Choices About Giving Back, New York: Avery, p. 181.

For each choice, rank them on each criterion:: [1] Adapted from the MacAskill (2016) criteria for effective altruism in MacAskill, W. (2016). Doing Good Better: How Effective Altruism Can Help You Help Others, Do Work that Matters, and Make Smarter Choices about Giving Back. New York: Avery.

risks of nuclear war and bioterrorism:: [1] Adapted from the MacAskill (2016) criteria for effective altruism in MacAskill, W. (2016). Doing Good Better: How Effective Altruism Can Help You Help Others, Do Work that Matters, and Make Smarter Choices about Giving Back. New York: Avery.

prompts you to avoid common problem-solving errors: : [1] Clearer Thinking Decision Advisor https://programs.clearerthinking.org/decisionmaker.html#.Y9py4HbMJD

Chapter 11

Where and how are they doing their activism?: [1] Burkholder, R. (2015). The Activist’s Toolkit: Advice and encouragement from an experienced activist to help you be a successful leader in your community. Portland, Oregon: Rex Burkholder.

helping bolster poor families with direct financial help:: [1] GiveDirectly. Retrieved from https://givedirectly.org/

telling yourself you are not ready even when you are:: [1] Mohr, T. (2014). Playing Big. New York, NY: Gotham Books.

use a scientific approach: SMART goals: [1] Turkay, S. (2014). Setting Goals: Who, Why, How? Manuscript. Harvard University. Retrieved from https://vpal.harvard.edu/publications/setting-goals-who-why-how 

which makes information about public officials available: [1] Cruz, M. K. (2016). Watch worthy Wednesday: Check Facts with Crap Detection Resources – DML Central. Retrieved June 9, 2018, from https://dmlcentral.net/watchworthy-wednesday-check-factscrap-detection-resources/

Chapter 12

Learn how to increase the odds of achieving positive results: [1] Mager, R. (1988). Making Instruction Work. Belmont, CA: Lake Books.

Learn how to increase the odds of achieving positive results: [1] Mager, R. (1999). What Every Manager Should Know about Training (2nd ed.). Atlanta, GA: The Center for Effective Performance.

Chapter 13

better well-being and health:: [1] Nauert, R. (2012). Redefining Life Goals Can Foster Better Health. Retrieved June 9, 2018, from https://psychcentral.com/news/2012/04/24/redefining-life-goalscan-foster-better-health/37740.html

[1]As Jen Hofmann of Americans of Conscience writes: This quote is from Hofmann’s “Creating a Perseverance Plan: a gentle guide for passionate souls.”

rate your overall stress level:: [1] Stress awareness checklist from Baylor University https://www.baylor.edu/content/services/document.php/183434.pdf

Access guided body scans of different lengths at Mindful:: [1] Body scans available at Mindful https://www.mindful.org/the-body-scan-practice/

My favorite resource is The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Workbook: [1] Davis, M., Eshelman, E.R., & McKay, M. (1988). The Relaxation and Stress Reduction Handbook. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications, Inc. The authors provide a comprehensive workbook on relaxation and stress reduction. My favorite part is the chart which highlights which techniques work for which symptoms of stress.

Use this checklist to stay aware of coping strategies and your use of them: [1] Psychology Applied to Modern Life, based on the research of Moos and Billings (1982)

you’ll be gentle on the people you aspire to persuade:: [1] Marcus, Erik. Self-Care for Activists: A Guide to Clearing Yourself of Trauma While Working for a Better World (Kindle Locations 430-432). Mocana Productions, Inc. Kindle Edition.

The Professional Quality of Life (ProQOL) Measure: [1] https://proqol.org/proqol-1

[1Journaling: How to use Writing to Support Your Mental Health: [1] By Trish Lockard.

Tired of news sites that only bring you down? Try The Good Newspaper: [1] The Good Newspaper. https://www.goodgoodgood.co/goodnewspaper

Chapter 14

reduces anxiety, stress, and depression: [1]Wood, A. M., Froh, J. J., & Geraghty, A. W. A. (2010). Clinical Psychology Review Gratitude and well-being: A review and theoretical integration. Clinical Psychology Review, 30(7), 890–905. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cpr.2010.03.005

reduces anxiety, stress, and depression: [1]O’Leary, K., & Dockray, S. (2015). The Effects of Two Novel Gratitude and Mindfulness Interventions on Well-Being. The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 21(4), 243–245. https://doi.org/10.1089/acm.2014.0119