How are we, friend? Hanging in there?

Here in the United States, where many folks in our community live and work, we’re sitting on high alert in anticipation of the election of our 47th president. If you’ve been anywhere near the Internet, I don’t have to tell you – the campaigns and dialogue have been…something! And the stakes? Historic.

Depending where you sit, emotions might be running high, information might be on overload, and bandwidth might be minimal as you work, volunteer, or just care for yourself through the election.

I feel ya!

So we’re taking a break from releasing new Issue Space podcast episodes while we collectively grind toward the finish line, process this moment, and anticipate a new chapter.

In the meantime, here are three ways you can stay connected to the Space:

Catch up on the pod – I know, I share with you about this thing all the time. But it’s the best, most authentic way to tap into what folks across our Space are thinking, feeling, loving, and wrestling with! If you’re looking to keep your podcasts light and bright given everything going on, the episodes “Identity & the Impact Pro”, “The Change Department”, “The Lighter Side of Change”, and “On & Off the Ground” all offer energy, encouragement, and self-reflection without the weight. Enjoy on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and these platforms.

Take our Welcome Survey – ICYMI, we invite everyone joining the Space to take our welcome survey. At every step, we are curating Issue Space so that it reflects what social impact pros want, need, and feel – but as we grow, we need to keep hearing from you to help build the vision. If you haven’t already, please take our welcome survey here, and know that your perspective is precious!

Get self-care inspo from the Space – Have we mentioned it’s a stressful time? Not to be a mom* about it, but are you drinking water / getting sleep / going outside for fresh air? If you need a self-care cheat sheet, we’ve rounded up ways some of our past podcast guests sustain themselves – mentally, physically, and in community – through trying times, here and below:

*definitely a literal mom

Don’t forget – none of us has to solve anything alone. We have each other. Let’s pace ourselves, get rest, and be there for each other, now and always!

Take care, community, and be well!

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