Helen Russell
Helen Russell
Season 2 #6 Sophie Walker
Season 2 #6 Sophie Walker
Season 2 #6 Sophie Walker
Wednesday 26th May 2021
Helen Russell chats with Sophie Walker about resilience, feminism, and turning sadness into strength in this episode of 'How to be Sad'.
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Get the buttons here!Sophie Walker on Resilience, Feminism, and Finding Strength in Sadness
Well, I think my starting point is always: there's nothing wrong with you. So look, I mean I would always say that you do have to look after yourself. I get great comfort from an understanding that we are all connected in this movement and that we are all, at different times, in different places, with different capacities and strengths and tolerances.
When life throws curveballs, how do you catch them? In this episode of 'How to be Sad', Helen Russell sits down with Sophie Walker, a journalist, activist, and former politician who has made it her mission to fight for disability rights and gender equality. Sophie shares her journey from supporting her daughter through an autism diagnosis to co-founding the Women’s Equality Party and even running for London Mayor.
It's a conversation packed with raw honesty and invaluable lessons on resilience, community, and the power of anger in a world that often frowns upon it. Sophie opens up about the exhaustion that comes with activism and the importance of self-care. She believes in the strength found in community, saying, 'We can only do this together.
Our plan to save the world has to ensure that you can keep going when I’m flagging, and that I can keep going when you’re flagging'. This episode also dives into the societal challenges faced by those with special educational needs (SEN) and the harsh reality that sometimes, no one is coming to your rescue. Sophie and Helen discuss how to roll up your sleeves and get on with it, finding solace in shared struggles and collective action.
The episode isn't just about struggles; it's also about hope. Sophie talks about the importance of hope in activism and how finding a supportive community can make all the difference. Whether you're dealing with burnout or just looking for some inspiration, this episode offers a blend of personal stories and practical advice that will leave you feeling understood and motivated.
So, if you're interested in learning how to turn sadness into a source of strength and activism, this conversation between Helen Russell and Sophie Walker is a must-listen. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion that promises to uplift and empower.