Does it sound familiar to feel passionate about social justice, but also overwhelmed by the idea of taking care of yourself? You may have been told to push yourself to the limit for the cause, sacrificing your own well-being for the greater good. This approach can lead to burnout, exhaustion, and a sense of hopelessness, ultimately hindering your ability to make a meaningful impact in the long run.
In this episode, you will be able to:
- Learn how to balance self-care with social justice advocacy for a more sustainable approach to making a difference.
- Understand how to align your income with your values and contribute to social justice causes that matter to you.
- Discover the importance of rest and presence in maintaining energy and focus for social justice efforts.
- Explore collective action strategies for driving meaningful social change in your community and beyond.
- Find out how to integrate social justice principles into your daily life, creating a lasting impact through small actions.
In this episode of Highly Sensitive Money, host Diana Yañez delves into the intersection of self-care and social justice, drawing from her own experiences and insights. She shares her journey of learning to forgive herself for being uninformed about certain topics while actively seeking out knowledge from well-informed individuals. By aligning her income-earning activities with her values and supporting local artisans, she showcases the importance of integrating social justice into everyday life.
Yañez emphasizes the necessity of rest and presence in sustaining engagement in social justice work, highlighting the value of centering mutual pleasure amid the world's challenges. Her insights on aligning income with values, practicing accessibility, and centering pleasure serve as a roadmap for individuals seeking to integrate social justice into their lives.
This episode provides a holistic approach to self-care and social justice, encouraging listeners to prioritize their well-being while actively working towards a more just and equitable world. It's a must-listen for highly sensitive individuals passionate about social justice who are seeking a balanced approach to self-care and making a positive impact.
The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:00 - The Struggle of Social Justice and Self-Care 00:03:15 - Giving and Receiving in Social Justice 00:05:20 - Balancing Family Values and Personal Goals 00:08:23 - Collective Problem Solving 00:12:53 - Finding Life-Giving Ways to Support Social Justice 00:13:56 - Embracing self-forgiveness and seeking knowledge 00:14:49 - Aligning income with values and social justice 00:17:29 - Centering pleasure and collective action 00:18:29 - Shifting attitudes and economic freedom 00:21:59 - The crucial role of rest in social justice work
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Resources:
- Check out the book "The Signature of All Things" by Elizabeth Gilbert mentioned in the conversation for insights into social justice and personal sacrifice.
- Explore the "Seven Stages of Money Maturity" by George Kinder to understand the psychological aspects of money management and wealth.
- Look into yoga Nidra on YouTube for a restful self-care practice, as recommended in the conversation. I especially love SarovaraYoga
- Explore the concept of accessibility pricing for coaching services to align with your values and support a wide range of individuals.
- Check out writing on self-care and rest by Mikella Millen and Douglas Tsoi
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