How I Used to Fight Human Trafficking vs. How I Fight Human Trafficking Now

by Elisa | Jan 11, 2023 | Being World Changers, Human Rights, Human Trafficking, Seeking Justice, Sex Trafficking, United States, Ways to Make a Difference, Women's Empowerment

I used to fight human trafficking differently than I used to. Here’s how I changed and why.

Spectrum of Belief About Justice Issues: Art of Advocacy

by Elisa | Dec 6, 2022 | Art of Advocacy, Being World Changers, Human Rights, Leadership, Safe Spaces, United States

Not everyone shares the same beliefs, so using the Spectrum of Belief graph helps us to have healthy conversations about justice that aren’t so black and white.

What Happens Between Tijuana and San Diego

by Elisa | Nov 24, 2022 | Being World Changers, Family & Relationships, Identity, Life Purpose, Live Intentionally, Personal Growth, Safe Spaces, Spiritual Discipleship, Stuff of the Heart, United States

What happens between two cities? When you are growing into a world changer, how does one find purpose? And do we ever arrive?

Make a Difference Sticker & 2022 Reader Survey

by Elisa | Nov 16, 2022 | Being World Changers, Ways to Make a Difference

Hello you! I've been trying not to hustle too much with work this November with #NoHustleNovember. As I've been going slow, I thought it was a good time to figure out what content you'd like from me at Average Advocate. I might make some big changes based off your...

Dear Socrates: The Unexamined Life

by Elisa | Nov 8, 2022 | Live Intentionally, Lupus and Autoimmune Disease, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Recovery, Safe Spaces

Socrates didn’t go far enough with his “unexamined life” quote. Does our very survival depend on it?

Why Come Alongside the Iranian Women?

by Elisa | Oct 13, 2022 | Being World Changers, Conflicts, Wars, Genocides and Atrocities, Create Awareness, Human Rights, Seeking Justice, Ways to Make a Difference, Women's Empowerment

What’s going on with the Iranian women and how can we help?

Bravery In Ordinary World Changing

by Elisa | Oct 3, 2022 | Being World Changers

Are you also an ordinary person who wants to change the world?

10 Myths About Being an Everyday Advocate

by Elisa | Sep 14, 2022 | Art of Advocacy, Being World Changers, Create Awareness, Giving Back, Leadership, Live Intentionally, Personal Growth, Productivity, Seeking Justice

What types of activism and advocacy myths have you believed? Check these out to learn to do good better!

What Women Learn From the Magazine Rack

by Elisa | Sep 8, 2022 | Being World Changers

What do magazines teach women? Let’s take a look at how girls are shaped.

Adventure

Swamp Wisdom: An Ecclesiastes on Human Rights

Ever heard of ancient King Solomon? He was said to be the wisest of them all as he philosophized...

Busy Moms, Community, Family & Relationships, Raising Kids

Identity Crisis #3467 – My Messy Beautiful

The other day, my daughter was excitedly expressing her admiration of the teachers and helpers at her school. I usually resist the temptation to to ask my kids what they want to be when they grow up because at some point in my...

Anthropology Psychology Sociology, Mental Health, Recovery, Safe Spaces

What to Do With that Blasted Holy Discontent (I used to be a radical)

I used to be a radical. I used to be a radical–until I wasn’t. After high school, I...

Ethical Fashion, Fair Trade Products, Giving Back, Socially Conscious Brands

10 Ethical Fair Trade Gifts Under $10

Ever have a hard time finding cheap ethically made, sustainable and socially good gifts to give? Check out these 10 ethical fair trade gifts under $10!