10% Happier with Dan Harris You Don’t Have to be Miserable While Doing Important Work | adrienne maree brown
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May 30, 2022 
adrienne maree brown, a renowned author and writer-in-residence at the Emergent Strategy Ideation Institute, discusses how pleasure activism redefines personal fulfillment and joy in the face of trauma. She explores the power of saying yes, the balance between commitment and detachment, and the essential role of gratitude. With insights into mindful drug use and community connection, brown emphasizes that true happiness comes from shared experiences, challenging conventional views about work and personal worth.
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Pleasure Activism
- Pleasure activism reclaims our capacity for joy, especially for those with trauma.
- It makes justice and liberation pleasurable, guided by our inner "yes."
Building Trust Through Celebration
- adrienne maree brown facilitated movement spaces, making hard work enjoyable through celebration.
- Playing music and dancing after decisions fostered camaraderie and shifted the group's state.
Tuning into Ourselves
- Somatics helps discern and handle feelings as data, guiding responses.
- Honest communication about needs, especially for those socialized to silence, is crucial.
