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Post-Inauguration Family Meeting: How We Will Get Through with Brittney Cooper & Rebecca Traister

We Can Do Hard Things

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Acceptance and Resilience in the Face of Loss

This chapter explores the theme of acceptance following significant societal and political losses, emphasizing the need to acknowledge reality for effective leadership and progress. It critiques the current American right's resistance to recognizing past defeats and highlights challenges faced by marginalized groups amidst recent political victories. Through discussions on coping mechanisms and the political motivations of white women, the narrative emphasizes the importance of resilience and activism in the ongoing struggle for equity and justice.

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