How do I make my home eco-friendly on a budget?
Congratulations! You have had that "aha!" moment; that lightbulb of clarity has appeared above your head; that epiphany of "I definitely CAN help the planet in my own daily life" has struck…
How do I become a resilient activist?
The Resilient Activist believes environmentalists can protect and nourish the earth only when they are nourished themselves. By teaching people how to self-tend, set boundaries, prioritize joy, and find a…
The Resilient Activist tables at several events throughout KC. Here we were at the Go Green! Fair in September 2023. Photo credit: Briana
What is an activist, anyway?
The Resilient Activist tables at several events throughout KC. Here we were at the Go Green! Fair in September 2023. Photo credit: Briana "I don't think I'm an activist..." As…
Rejuvenating time spent in nature is now at the top of my priority list. Here I am in the Ozark-St. Francis National Forest, Arkansas. Photo credit: Briana
What is resilience?
The topic of resilience has been bouncing around popular media lately, perhaps without a lot of understanding about the word’s meaning or the process of acquiring it. The word even…
A Nurturing Lesson from the Hummingbirds
There is something incredibly special about spotting a hummingbird. A fleeting moment when one pauses at a flower in your garden, zooms by your window as you enjoy your morning…
I’ll Never Be the Next Jane Goodall
Talking to people has never been my thing. I have always been an introvert, preferring to spend my time with plants and animals and rocks and wind rather than humans.…