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Raising the Resistance: A Mother's Guide to Practical Activism
The New Feminist Manifesto for Badass Moms
Acknowledging the dual role of mother and citizen, Scary Mommy writer and mom Farrah Alexander, provides empowerment and guidance for the modern progressive mother.
On the intersection of feminism and motherhood. Mothers are a force to be reckoned with. And after the Women’s March and midterm elections, moms have surely secured their spot in today's feminist movement. But for those who aren’t ready to make a bid for the presidency, the way forward can seem daunting and unclear. Whether it’s correcting a misinformed family member about gender equality or running for political office, this bold and accessible primer presents active parents with different types of activism they can incorporate into their parenting, no matter how big or small.
When active parents support the feminist movement. With practical guidance, political commentary, and inspiration, this feminist manifesto for moms tackles problems from political representation to sexual misconduct. It doesn’t just validate present-day feminist frustration, it also offers practical ways to channel it into solutions. Most importantly, it proves that by planting seeds of empathy and political awareness in their children, moms can raise their children to be change-makers. They can raise the resistance.
Inside, learn:
Self-care techniques for badass moms
Strategies for becoming a role model in today’s feminist movement
Different types of activism moms can use to take a stand
And more!
If you enjoyed books like Good and Mad, Unladylike, and Fight Like a Mother, then you’ll love Raising the Resistance.
Acknowledging the dual role of mother and citizen, Scary Mommy writer and mom Farrah Alexander, provides empowerment and guidance for the modern progressive mother.
On the intersection of feminism and motherhood. Mothers are a force to be reckoned with. And after the Women’s March and midterm elections, moms have surely secured their spot in today's feminist movement. But for those who aren’t ready to make a bid for the presidency, the way forward can seem daunting and unclear. Whether it’s correcting a misinformed family member about gender equality or running for political office, this bold and accessible primer presents active parents with different types of activism they can incorporate into their parenting, no matter how big or small.
When active parents support the feminist movement. With practical guidance, political commentary, and inspiration, this feminist manifesto for moms tackles problems from political representation to sexual misconduct. It doesn’t just validate present-day feminist frustration, it also offers practical ways to channel it into solutions. Most importantly, it proves that by planting seeds of empathy and political awareness in their children, moms can raise their children to be change-makers. They can raise the resistance.
Inside, learn:
Self-care techniques for badass moms
Strategies for becoming a role model in today’s feminist movement
Different types of activism moms can use to take a stand
And more!
If you enjoyed books like Good and Mad, Unladylike, and Fight Like a Mother, then you’ll love Raising the Resistance.
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224 pages, Paperback
Published August 11, 2020
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September 10, 2020
I received a complimentary copy.
A strong will and beautiful mind, a strong mind and beautiful will and a book that includes so much power for females to share. If you need a boost of strength this is will get you smiling and ready to charge life in a positive way.
A strong will and beautiful mind, a strong mind and beautiful will and a book that includes so much power for females to share. If you need a boost of strength this is will get you smiling and ready to charge life in a positive way.
May 15, 2021
Accessible, actionable advice, delivered with humor and wit! An inspirational and engaging read
March 28, 2022
I am not quite the target audience for this book, but I still enjoyed it. It is a book for moms, it deals a lot with very feminine subjects, like pregnancy, body shaming, and being a woman in the world today. I do not have direct experience with any of that, but enjoyed learning about it and the more radical angles the book takes on anti-racism, feminism and progressive politics as applied to parenting.
It is very American centered and clearly inspired by the Trump period, which is fine but limits it's scope a little bit.
The other criticism I have is it also tends to feel a little bit naive in terms of the possibilities of electoral politics. And as often happens with American liberals, The rejection of Republicans pushes them to embrace Democrats and glorify figures like Hillary Clinton and Obama, giving them a blind spot to actually revolutionary alternatives.
It is a good, practical starting point for mothers interested in parenting from a progressive standpoint though.
It is very American centered and clearly inspired by the Trump period, which is fine but limits it's scope a little bit.
The other criticism I have is it also tends to feel a little bit naive in terms of the possibilities of electoral politics. And as often happens with American liberals, The rejection of Republicans pushes them to embrace Democrats and glorify figures like Hillary Clinton and Obama, giving them a blind spot to actually revolutionary alternatives.
It is a good, practical starting point for mothers interested in parenting from a progressive standpoint though.
September 17, 2021
Reading this book is like a casual conversation with a friend over a glass of wine...or maybe even a stronger cocktail at times. Farrah Alexander writes about lot of issues that keep me up at night (child nutrition policies, becoming a better anti-racist ally, the patriarchy) Yet she also shares some very intimate parenting tips for "raising the resistance," like respecting kids and their feelings. If you have a friend that lives in a very conservative neighborhood and doesn't have anyone to talk with, I recommend sharing this book and then chatting with them on the phone about it afterward. It'll help you both feel more connected with each other and a movement of progressive moms.
October 17, 2023
I enjoyed the read. It gave concrete suggestions and internal work. I took t heart the limiting your time, energy, money to a few causes and then think of one that is not your most passionate. It was a relevant reminder to me that injustices have far reaching impact even when they don't feel personal and to give it the same attention as ones that are personal. The last chapter speaking to the rabbi and breaking down some of the Jewish faith for me, a currently non religious but grew up Catholic person, had me thinking how beautiful Judaism is.
October 19, 2020
Fabulous! Wish there weren't so many typos, though. But overall, a powerful book for today's moms.
December 12, 2021
I dream of a day were this is the bare minimum. To all my mom friends - READ THIS
June 14, 2022
"Embrace your weird"
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