Terri Lyon

Terri Lyon @LifeAtTheIntsec Millions are suffering. No activism degree is required to make a difference for those with a diagnosis. Just your skills and passion. Preorder "Make a Difference with Mental Health Activism." amzn.to/3sQ0dsy Proceeds donated to NAMI.

Rooted in mindfulness practices, equanimity allows you to observe your emotions without becoming overwhelmed. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4kKSPJo #HappyActivist #LifeAtTheIntersection #MakeADifference

Capacity building is fully aligned with my 5-Step Activism Path, my guide for new and seasoned activists. Read the full article: How To Use Capacity Building To Prevent Advocate Burnout ▸ bit.ly/4ngmVWV #BuildLastingImpact #LifeAtTheIntersection #MakeADifference

As a fertilizer throughout the season, vermicompost provides good nutrition. Read more 👉 bit.ly/30sybcu #SaveThePlanet #Vermicomposting #VermicompostingWorms

Capacity-building helps turn volunteers into long-term contributors, reducing activist burnout and strengthening movement sustainability. Read the full article: How To Use Capacity Building To Prevent Advocate Burnout ▸ bit.ly/4ngmVWV #BuildLastingImpact

Understand what coping strategies work best for you, and you are one step ahead of the effects of stress and trauma. Read more 👉 bit.ly/3YVu6ck #HappyActivist #Resilience #BuildResilience

Long-term stress at work can lead to mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety. Read more 👉 bit.ly/3CGIucl #MakePositiveChange #MentalHealth #LifeAtTheIntersection

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Capacity building reduces burnout by creating supportive systems, encouraging sustainable pacing, and helping people grow their skills and confidence. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4ngmVWV #BuildLastingImpact #LifeAtTheIntersection #MakeADifference

Find an activism opportunity that works for your life. #HappyActivism #5StepPath #SocialChangeAgents

Happy Activism includes education, creative work, research, relationship-building, policy support, and many other methods that align with a person’s skills and motivation. #ExploreHappyActivism #ActivismBurnout #RealChange

Capacity building is developing skills, leadership, relationships, and strategic understanding so advocates and activists stay engaged in a movement. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4ngmVWV #BuildLastingImpact #LifeAtTheIntersection #MakeADifference

Grab an old trash can, some wire fencing, or whatever you have in your house that will hold your waste material. Read more 👉 bit.ly/3ML07vX #HappyActivist #GreenhouseGasEmissions #VolunteerMasterGardeners

Critical thinking protects us from falling victim to misinformation, sensationalism, and manipulative information. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4hPJSOe #FactCheckers #LifeAtTheIntersection #MakeADifference

Employees in a caring culture feel free to talk with supervisors about workplace stress, diagnoses, or caregiving responsibilities that impact their work. Read more 👉 bit.ly/3DX2wRr #MentalHealth #CaringCulture #CorporateWellness

Organizations that use capacity building are a perfect match for the 5-Step Activism Path because they develop the skills, leadership, and relationships activists need to stay engaged and be effective. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4ngmVWV #BuildLastingImpact

Grandparents have a huge impact on their grandchildren. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4gOpJra #LifeAtTheIntersection #MakeADifference #5StepPath

Yes, activism can spark joy. Read more 👉 bit.ly/2RAQVTk #MarieKondoSApproach #SparkJoy #LifeAtTheIntersection

When you travel, you are exposed to new cultures and perspectives. Read more 👉 bit.ly/3PMF54e #CompassionateTourism #MakeADifference #5StepPath

Even crafting has jumped on the buycott bandwagon, with people searching for yarn that is not just cruelty-free but also from ethical businesses. Read more 👉 bit.ly/4hoUxxy #HappyActivist #EthicalBusiness #MakeADifference

Match your skills with the type of activism work that best suits you. #HappyActivism #5StepPath #SocialChangeAgents