Category: Do Your Research
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RealTalk|The Impact of ICE Enforcement on Our Communities
Fear changes how people move through the world. Right now, many in our neighboring communities are navigating daily life with anxiety — avoiding schools, hospitals, and even simple walks down the street. This Real Talk looks at the very real impact the fear of ICE enforcement is having on families, health, education, and what it…
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RealTalk|When Labels Don’t Fit — and Why Words Matter
Not every label belongs to you. Understanding intent doesn’t mean surrendering your identity. Some words simply don’t fit — and that’s okay.
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H&W|The Vagus Nerve
When your body finally feels safe, healing begins. Today we’re talking about the vagus nerve — the powerful mind-body connector that helps calm your system, ease pain, and support true restoration. Learning your body is part of learning how to care for it.
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RealTalk|When Power Goes Unchecked|Trump
When power goes unchecked, it doesn’t just change policies — it changes how safe people feel in their own lives. This Monday Real Talk reflects on bullying, fear, and what happens when accountability disappears — and why refusing to normalize it still matters.
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H&W|Living with Chronic Pain
Sometimes pain relief works quietly — until it’s gone. A patient’s reflection on living with chronic pain, anxiety, and learning what truly supports the body.
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RealTalk| The White House: Stewardship or Personal Stamp?
The White House has never belonged to one person. It’s a shared symbol, held in trust, meant to reflect restraint more than ego. This Monday’s Real Talk reflects on leadership, stewardship, and the quiet difference between leaving a mark — and protecting a legacy.
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RealTalk|Gun Violence
Gun violence and suicide by firearm continue to take a devastating toll on communities across the United States. From neighborhoods and schools to homes and families, the impact reaches far beyond the headlines. This is a public health crisis that deserves honest conversation, care, and courage.
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RealTalk|Indigenous culture and heritage
Growing up in Seattle, I’ve always felt a quiet presence beneath the surface—stories tied to the land that aren’t always fully told. This Real Talk is an invitation to pause, acknowledge the founders of this place, and consider what history may still be missing from our understanding of the Pacific Northwest.
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AMRealTalk + Prayer| Rising Waters in Our Washington Home
As rising waters impact communities across Washington, we pause to acknowledge the weight of this moment and lift up our neighbors in prayer. This is a space to reflect, care, and hold hope for restoration as our home navigates difficult days.

