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Peacemaking in Politics: Finding Your Voice in Uncomfortable Spaces
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In this bonus episode of the Proclaim Peace Podcast, host Jennifer Thomas explores the challenges of political engagement in the face of slow or no change. Jennifer shares her conversation with Julie Rose on the Uncomfy podcast, emphasizing the importance of perseverance in peacemaking. The discussion highlights how discomfort is often a necessary part of fostering understanding and building relationships that contribute to a beloved community. Listeners are encouraged to embrace uncomfortable conversations and stay engaged, as the long-term rewards of peacemaking far outweigh the short-term discomfort. Join Jennifer as she reflects on these themes and offers practical advice for navigating challenging interactions.
[00:02:46] Advocacy outside comfort zones.
[00:05:21] Women of faith in politics.
[00:09:05] Peacefully expressing anger effectively.
[00:10:17] Channeling anger to action.
[00:14:51] Advocacy as a long game.
[00:18:24] Politics and instant gratification.
[00:21:42] Finding purpose and joy.
See full show notes from the Uncomfy podcast episode here: https://www.byuradio.org/how-to-stay-politically-engaged-when-you-feel-like-giving-up-jennifer-walker-thomas
Watch this episode from Uncomfy on BYU Radio’s YouTube channel here.
For transcript, visit https://www.mormonwomenforethicalgovernment.org/proclaim-peace
To donate to the production of Season 2 of the show, visit https://c3.mormonwomenforethicalgovernment.org/secure/cause_pdetails/MjMyODc5
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