We possess a non-cynical optimism about the future. We are moving towards and looking for goodness, truth, and beauty, wherever and however it shows up. We believe in stories. We believe in humanity, and we refuse to give in to despair. Join us. beautifulresistance.org

In our current world state, we know it can be hard to resist despair and be hopeful. But look up, forward, out. Goodness and beauty are everywhere. Good people are doing amazing things.

When young people talk about issues that are important to them, they overwhelmingly respond with a united front: they care about human rights, climate change, immigration, and matters of justice. Or how one 24-year old put it, “what’s best for the collective versus the singular.”

When it comes to identity-based action, values are greater than beliefs. Wrong beliefs create wrong action. However, if you base action on good values, that will turn into good action. beautifulresistance.org/values-beliefs/

For those you are organizing, advocating, and speaking up–take a breath. Take time to love yourself, so we aren’t living out of the wounded, limited mindset. beautifulresistance.org/heal-yourself/

A few nights ago, LIZZO shared the spotlight with 17 activists while accepting the award for People's Champion. We love it. We celebrate it. The purpose of power and influence is to give it away.

Today we are sharing an interview with Jane, a 71-year-old trans woman who transitioned in 2009. She loves God. She loves nature and hiking. And like the rest of us, she desires to live authentically and be accepted by society. beautifulresistance.org/conversation-j…

People who identify as LGBTQ+ are increasing with every generation… beautifulresistance.org/lgbtq/

UBUNTU: A comprehensive ancient African world view based on the values of intense humanness, caring, sharing, respect, compassion, and associated values, ensuring a happy and qualitative human community life in the spirit of family above all other concerns.