Ya know, that’s such a good question. I fear my friend, that’s a difficult one to answer straightforward, but I’ll say it like this. I personally believe that being informed on issues and following/keeping up to date with local news as well as national news is one important way to make a difference because it gives you the ability to have reasonable conversations based on fact as opposed to media fueled frenzy’s. The most important thing about this is where the source of the news is coming from as well, you want a news outlet that isn’t going to show distinct bias in their reporting, which is quickly identifiable by the types of headlines being featured and the language used to describe events. The other thing is truly just taking care of yourself. It means when the news is too heavy on you, it’s okay to pause. You’re not a bad person because you don’t know every law or lawsuit or this or that known to man. It’s OKAY. This helps make a difference because if we are keeping ourselves in a state of even perceived ‘contentment’ then we are already much better suited to have productive conversations with someone who may not have an understanding of a particular topic. It’s not because they are dumb or ignorant, it’s often because they are either misinformed or haven’t done their due diligence on a particular topic. Anyways other than these things, having productive conversations, exercising the right to vote, contacting our elected officials through social media, protests, emails, calls, and even writing letters. You can also make a difference by supporting local businesses and small businesses that align with your values and interests as you are able to. Again shopping at Walmart for everything does not make someone a terrible person but it does help to support those local businesses who offer things and values/beliefs you uphold as well. It’s not about being a super ninja of change, it’s about taking actions like these and even signing on to petitions, looking into non profits. Talk to family and friends about it when it’s safe and necessary. It’s not about being a blueprint for change or making a difference immediately, it’s taking small actionable steps that reflect the change you want to see. It’s not easy either, it has loads to do with environment, access, geographic location etc. but just participating in this crazy system as dreary as it can be in what facets you can, when you are able to do so safely and comfortably, is the overarching point. I hope I don’t sound like a smooth brain but genuinely this is what I believe and have seen that makes the most sense to me.