Sustaining Impact: How to Prevent Activism Burnout

In a world that glorifies doing everything, how do we find the balance between impact and rest? This episode dives deep into the tension between advocacy and social justice and the sustainability of long-term change.It's not about pouring into your own cup *or* others' - both need to coexist (and go hand-in-hand). Collectivism is essential, and habitual self-care ensures your longevity in that. Natalie shares her experience as a nonprofit co-founder in the U.S., and we both open up about our own brushes with activism burnout in trying to advocate for social change. We unpack the dangers of all-or-nothing thinking, why rest is a radical act, and how small, intentional contributions to your community still matter. Key takeaways:Ditching perfectionism in community actionAccessible ways to contribute to your community- even when your capacity is lowHow self-care and advocacy go hand-in-handHow rest fuels your capacity to create impactIf you’ve ever felt like you’re not doing enough (or felt lost at WHAT to do), this episode is for you. Tune in and let’s redefine what sustainable activism really looks like.Resources for Queer, Black/Indigenous/People of Color, Immigrants, and other marginalized groups in the US:https://www.aclu.org/https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/category/mental-health/ https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/category/community/https://www.linesforlife.org/get-help-now/services-and-crisis-lines/racial-equity-support-line/https://www.las-americas.org/https://supportkind.org/https://colorofchange.org/