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Erin Curlett's avatar

Reading Erica Chenoweth for the first time (where have I been) and the historical explanations she gives for civil resistance + your sharp insights into Daddy culture is really strengthening my resolve. You’re right that it’s the kids who always pay. In the face of parental anger, a child who refuses to engage will likely only heap more punishment and anger upon themselves. It’s the most cruel and twisted power imbalance, and so many of us were trained that there was nothing wrong with it at all. Now it’s playing out in our politics. Those of us who are not children and do not see dear leader as Daddy have so many more tools and resources at our disposal than we often realize. We have so much more power collectively than they want us to know. Daddy and his fawning administration are weak and cowardly — and we see through this. We do not need to play along. I’m done being afraid. Seriously, this feels like a turning point. Thank you as always for doing what you do so well. Your book has been instrumental to me in the transformation of my inner landscape. Really appreciate you.💜

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Sonja C's avatar

Tia, as always you bring such clarity to what we’re witnessing. And you give me hope that we are strong enough to turn things around.

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