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Send us Fan Mail Democracy work can look fearless from the outside while feeling crushing on the inside. We sit down with Ashley Williams, the founder of Mind the Movement, to talk about the mental health reality for campaign staff, activists, and organizers who hold the line through long hours, public pressure, and constant urgency. We dig into why burnout in politics is so easy to miss: when everyone is exhausted, “normal” starts to look like running on fumes. Ashley breaks down the root causes behind campaign staff burnout and anxiety, including unstable short-term jobs, low pay, the looming loss of health insurance, and the damage that poor management can do when teams lack emotional safety. We also talk about the subtle signals that someone may be sliding into a mental health crisis, like withdrawal, disengagement, and a sudden shift toward hopelessness. Then we get practical. Ashley explains how Mind the Movement helps remove barriers to care through therapy subsidies, peer-led support groups tailored to movement roles, and crisis training for organizational leaders so they know what to do when a teammate is struggling. If you’ve ever felt guilty for resting, this conversation reframes recovery as part of sustainable organizing because protecting democracy requires healthy people. If this resonates, subscribe, share the episode with one person on your team, and leave a review so more frontline democracy workers can find support. Connect With the Guest: Website: https://mindthemovement.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mind-the-movement Substack: https://mindthemovement.substack.com YouEx Get 50% off the first 6 months of YouEx.ai! Dr. Ginny Trierweiler Offer: free video explaining. Why Dieting Doesn't Work. Brief video explaining. Extraordinary People LLC All free so we can get to know each other! Convergence Offer: 50% off | TRANSFORM50 The Kloaked Signal Select for pre-order discount 10% | Code: podfans10 Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show Want to Be a Guest on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life? 👉 DM me on PodMatch 💬 Want to come on the show? Be a Guest 🌐 Explore the full network | 📨 Newsletter | 👥 LinkedIn Community This isn't self-help. It's self-honesty. 💼 Sponsor Our Show | 🎬 Check Our Services 📌 Disclaimer This episode is for educational and informational purposes only. Guest views are personal and do not represent the host or Healthy Mind by Avik™. The Network does not verify or endorse guest statements. Nothing here is medical, legal, financial, or professional advice, please consult a qualif

Pre-roll transcript: Before you is an episode of the Full Time Nix podcast. For silence skipping and other useful features consider using a podcast app. --- Hey! Here's where to apply for a Nix job at Shopify (global remote!): Software Engineer - Monorepo Systems (Rust & Nix) Chapters (generated): 00:00 Introduction to Nix at Shopify Shopify Engineering 02:53 Understanding Shopify's Mission and Operations 05:55 The Nix Ecosystem: User Experiences and Challenges 08:39 The Journey of Nix Adoption at Shopify 11:52 Cross-Platform Portability and Reproducibility 14:51 The Shift from Containers to Nix 17:51 Cultural Aspects of Nix Adoption at Shopify 20:35 The Revival of Nix: Lessons from Past Experiences 22:51 The Monorepo Transition and Nix Integration 26:02 Building a Cohesive Developer Experience with Nix 28:50 Nix Capability Among Shopify Developers 37:30 The Journey of Nix Adoption at Shopify 40:27 Building Developer Experience with Nix 51:16 Current Developer Experience with Nix 53:23 Optimizing CI with Nix 58:50 Challenges and Pain Points in Nix Adoption 01:05:11 Communicating the Value of Nix 01:10:55 Engaging the Developer Community with Nix 01:19:17 Navigating Policy and Community Engagement in Nix Adoption 01:23:13 Balancing Internal Development and Open Source Dynamics 01:27:01 Innovations in Package Management and Ecosystem Integration 01:30:27 Collaborative Strategies for Supply Chain Security NixCon 2025 - Supply Chain Security Panel Discussion 01:35:05 The Future of Nix at Shopify: Education and Community Contributions Monorepo, Manyrepo, Metarepo 01:48:58 Building a Diverse and Inclusive Nix Talent Pool Hey! Here's where to apply for a Nix job at Shopify (global remote!): Software Engineer - Monorepo Systems (Rust & Nix) --- Nixcademy ad transcript: Statistically speaking, Nix is a novel technology. As such, adoption comes at an immediate cost of productivity. Team members who know Nix find themselves preoccupied providing support and the emergence of anti-patterns adds technical debt. What's worse; morale is affected. But, with training, these costs can be all but elimitated. Founded by my friend and mentor Jacek Galowicz, Nixcademy have brought hundreds of team members up to speed with Nix. It's what they do. So, liberate your Nix experts, prevent technical debt and get on top of Nix an

Embark on a journey of discovery with 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, as Rob Lee leads the conversation with Ashley Williams, an esteemed educator, school leader, and emotional intelligence expert, who brings her extensive decade-long experience in education to the forefront. Renowned for her expertise in crafting and implementing socio-emotional and mindfulness curriculums across diverse educational platforms, Ashley's commitment to fostering emotional well-being is underscored by her role as the Founder & CEO of Clymb, an innovative emotional wellness software tailored for the youth. Her passion for mindfulness resonates through her dedicated practice, solidifying her as a transformative figure in the realm of education and emotional intelligence. About Clymb Empower youth to improve their emotional health and find greater peace, focus, and success in and out of the classroom with Clymb—an interactive emotional wellness software designed just for them. Each young person receives a personalized plan based on the state of their emotional health according to Clymb’s research-backed assessments. In this podcast: Dive into the realm of emotional intelligence as Ashley Williams delves into how it's a teachable skill that lays the cornerstone for self-discovery and personal evolution. Explore the alarming state of mental and emotional health among young individuals, as Ashley Williams uncovers the staggering statistics and discusses proactive measures to address the crisis. Discover the empowering potential of Clymb as Ashley Williams elaborates on how the platform equips young people with an array of coping techniques and resources to navigate intricate emotional terrain and foster lasting emotional wellness. Don't miss this incredible episode as Ashley discusses her journey as an entrepreneur and the importance of emotional intelligence in young people. She shares her personal experience with mindfulness and how it transformed her life. Ashley explains how Clymb provides resources and coping techniques for young people to navigate challenging emotional experiences. She also highlights the mental health crisis among American youth and the need for proactive approaches to address it. This interview is brought to you in part by the support of Innovation Works Baltimore. Innovation Works Baltimore is an innovative, collaborative resource network that connects neighborhoods, entrepreneurs, social innovation assets, and investors to build sustainable neighborhood economies in Baltimore. 🎧🌟 Don't forget to rate and review this episode to support the best in podcasting! 🌟🎧 The Truth In This Art is supported by William G. Baker, Jr. Memorial Fund , the Maryland State Arts Council's Creativity Grant and Mayor's Individual Artist Award - Creative Baltimore Fund (Baltimore)</strong