I'm choosing this episode, S2E6 - Changing Gun Violence as my first 🔁 BEST OF because this subject needs to be continued.  It's unfortunately, a hot topic that needs to be discussed more.  As a society, especially if you live in the United States of America, we can't ignore the real tragedies that keep unfolding time & time again. I understand the sensitivity that goes along with these discussions. Change can only happen within ourselves first, and then become united with others who truly understand that your voice matters! In a world where the sanctity of life often seems overshadowed by politics, I question why our lawmakers, despite their power, often remain indifferent and not willing to compromise  to the issue of gun safety. With a look towards the future, I underscore the right of our coming generations to safety, freedom, and the pursuit of dreams, free from the fear of gun violence.  Together, let's unpack the crippling stigma around mental health. Do your part, help bring fresh perspectives to the table, to question the status quo, and to  contribute to shaping a future where not only the American dream will not be overshadowed by the American gun crisis, but the entire world. 🌎❤️ Links! https://changetheref.org ( non-profit org - Change The Ref raises awareness about mass shootings )https://musebycl.io/tag/change-ref  ( articles & videos: Change The Ref Says: Guns Make Our Schools  More Deadly Than Combat Zones and other articles & videos about gun violence ) https://musebycl.io/clio-awards/manuel-oliver-speaks-his-son-joaquin-killed-parkland-moving-clio-speech  ( moving speech from Manuel Oliver, representing his killed son Joanquin )www.nearestanddearestpodcast.com ( ✅ out my website 💻 for more episodes, show notes/links )[email protected] ( send me an email if you have any questions, comments, suggestions or thoughts about this episode or just to say hello! 👋 if you send me your mailing address 📬, I'll send you a Nearest And Dearest Podcast vinyl sticker! ❤️ )https://www.speakpipe.com/NearestAndDearestPodcast ( please leave me a recorded message! I'll send you one back! 🎤 )