On Saturday, millions of us flooded streets across the country for No Kings Day, standing up to say what we already know deep in our bones: authoritarianism has no place in a free society.
You marched. You chanted. You showed up.
And now you might be wondering… what do I do next?
That momentum? Let’s not waste it. Here are five powerful ways to channel that energy.
1. Rest Is Resistance
Saturday was intense—physically, emotionally, spiritually. You earned your rest.
->Drink water
->Journal what you saw, felt, and want to remember
->Nourish your body
->Rest if you need to
“Rest is a revolutionary act in a world that pushes for constant action.” (The Resilience & Resistance Workbook)
2. Reflect on Your Role
Protests are one form of resistance—but they’re not the only one.
Take stock of your strengths. Are you a writer? A caregiver? A researcher? A storyteller? A community connector?
Use the guided worksheet in the Resilience & Resistance Workbook to map out how your skills can make a difference—on your terms, in your capacity.
3. Reconnect and Recommit
The movement doesn’t end when the streets empty.
Authoritarianism thrives in isolation—so stay plugged in.
- Reach out to someone you marched with
- Start a resistance book club or teach-in
- Join a mutual aid network
- Plan your next act of resistance with friends
Find ways to keep showing up together.
4. Create Your Resistance Rhythm
Instead of reacting when things get bad, build resistance into your routine.
->Add a few things to your calendar this month:
- Call your elected officials
- Donate to a grassroots organization
- Volunteer your skills
- Uplift a marginalized voice
- Share a resource online
The Resilience & Resistance Workbook has a sample calendar and action plan templates to keep you going when your energy dips.
5. Choose One Thing Today
When everything feels urgent, it’s easy to feel paralyzed.
So just start with one thing.
->Post about what you learned Saturday
>Send an email to a friend who wasn’t able to go
>Grab the workbook and do the “Discover Your >Contributions” worksheet
>Order a copy for someone who feels stuck
You don’t have to do everything. You just have to keep going.
You already made a difference.
Let’s make sure Saturday wasn’t a moment, but a movement.
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