20181030 I will

October 30, 2018•143 words

I will:

Take care of myself so I have the wherewithal to continue.
Assume that many more shocks are coming, so they won't be so shocking.
Get ahead of my reactions instead of allowing each fresh outrage to set me back.
Do intentional, deliberate, pragmatic good as I am able.
Use my talent, privilege, and material resources to help 1/ block policies and actions that increase suffering and 2/ facilitate policies and actions that decrease suffering.
Listen to individuals and groups who need help;
Believe their experiences, respect their boundaries, support their decisions, and let their wisdom guide my help accordingly.
Tend toward long-term association with those who make similar commitments so we can encourage and learn from one another.
Take care of myself so I have the wherewithal to continue (again).

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