Remember: just because you fully anticipated the awful, experiencing it is different. Fear, anger, disgust: all will come for us repeatedly as Republican Fascism takes hold. 1/
It will be easier to take action if you know you will have to do in the grip of powerful unpleasant emotions. 2/
Get in the habit of doing something, even something small, to help yourself and others even when your emotions threaten to overwhelm you. They will be less likely to freeze you if you do. Try it right now. 3/
Write a letter to your local paper expressing your opposition to Republican Fascism, in just one or two sentences. Or look up your local food bank and gather a few items to take there over the next couple of days. Maybe sign up fo a shift to sort or accept donations. 4/