Fridays in Trumpland: 4.25.2025

Breathe

A photo of Mohonk Mountain House taken from Mohonk Lake by ECM.

Much has been written of late about the importance of rest to resistance, and the importance of joy in rebellion.

Since November, I’ve been here regularly documenting the second Trump era, with weekly observation, analysis and aplomb. This week, there has been more good news than most.

And today is my birthday.

So, just for this week, I’m taking a breather.

I encourage you to take some time this weekend to relax, connect, and disconnect from the roughness of this era.

We all could use a little breathing room right now.

See you next week.

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Back in January, we launched a new initiative called The Ripple Effect Institute, designed to take high-performing progressive leaders who are here to make a BIG difference from feeling overwhelmed, uncertain, and disconnected to calm, empowered, and purpose-driven, so they can change the world.

A logo for the Ripple Effect Institute in blue text with ripples surrounding the words.

We had 33 people in it when we started. Here's what a few of them have said.

"This work has changed my life. And supported my own resilience. REI is more than I had any idea it would be. I’ve always had confidence in my professional abilities, but never as a forward-facing speaker or activist."

"I’ve learned through REI that there’s a place for everyone, all skill sets and specialties. It’s helped me become more aligned, more confident and more active in a balanced way, aligned with my values and natural talents."

"There's a leader in all of us. What that looks like, how it manifests, varies from person to person. But if you care deeply about progressive values, if you care deeply about our country, and if you are called to-or even mildly curious about-activism, REI is a plunge pool in the best way possible."

“I've had a lot of professional successes, and have brought these experiences to my current organizing. REI has allowed me to "level up" my current work.”

“My experience in the REI has been extremely positive and it has made me take a deeper look at myself and my goals. Reviewing my values and writing my Purpose Statement has been really useful as so much is flowing from that work.”

“Just a big thank you for creating this program and inviting me to be a part of it.”

If you want to be a part of an incredible community of accomplished leaders who are all on a journey to use their varied skills to make a BIG impact in these dire & scary times, with live coaching, mentoring and training on how to use your talents consistent with your values, I want to talk to you.

Apply for a FREE course consultation with me today right here.