Beyond Easter: How to Support Non-Christian Communities in April and Beyond
Marie Gettel-Gilmartin Marie Gettel-Gilmartin

Beyond Easter: How to Support Non-Christian Communities in April and Beyond

April is saturated with Peeps, pastel eggs, Easter, and church events. But for millions of people, spring doesn’t revolve around Christian observances — and in today’s political climate, it's more important than ever for companies and individuals to show inclusive support for religiously diverse communities.

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Fasting from corporate overlords
Marie Gettel-Gilmartin Marie Gettel-Gilmartin

Fasting from corporate overlords

I’m disgusted with the oligarchs kowtowing to the hypocrisy, corruption, and evils in the current administration. This Lent I’m fasting from corporate overlords.

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Four ways your workplace can support immigrant families
Marie Gettel-Gilmartin Marie Gettel-Gilmartin

Four ways your workplace can support immigrant families

New immigration actions will not just affect immigrants with criminal records...they will reach into every area of society. How can you help your immigrant employees and their families face what's coming? I have a four-point plan.

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Year of despair antidotes
Marie Gettel-Gilmartin Marie Gettel-Gilmartin

Year of despair antidotes

I’m embarking on a year of despair antidotes, focusing each month on a group or area that has been belittled, insulted, or targeted by the new administration.

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Stop myselfing around
Marie Gettel-Gilmartin Marie Gettel-Gilmartin

Stop myselfing around

“Myself” is one of the most misused words in the English language. People seem to think it makes them sound more polite or formal, when in fact they are almost always using the term incorrectly.

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Word of the year 2025: Sway
Marie Gettel-Gilmartin Marie Gettel-Gilmartin

Word of the year 2025: Sway

I choose a word each year. I’d been considering a few for this year, waiting for one to call fiercely to me.

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A Lament
Marie Gettel-Gilmartin Marie Gettel-Gilmartin

A Lament

I'm still reeling and terrified for the most vulnerable in our country. Filled with fury and despair and so much grief.

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