Dear Friend in Peace,
When our elected representatives rubber stamp the destruction of our social safety net, our democracy, and our global reputation as honest brokers of help for others, it is easy to become distraught and distracted.

Peace asks otherwise.

Peace never has, and never will, come from the world or conditions around us. While there may be settings in which we feel more comfortable than others, peace has always been, and always will be, our responsibility. No one can hand us peace. It is ours to embrace in every breath and thought.
When we choose peace through accepting what is happening, not necessarily liking it, simply accepting that it is happening, we step into our power as people of peace. We stop wasting time bemoaning and criticizing. The peace of acceptance frees us from paralyzing and demoralizing thoughts and allows us to be fully present to what is, and to stand up for liberty and justice for all.