This week we take a break from our policy discussions to figure out how to embrace both hope and despair in these difficult times. Christiana reveals her inner dialog of how to sustain "stubborn optimism," and Tom and Paul share why the present moment is both the best and worst of times. Later, we talk with AURORA, Norwegian singer-songwriter. She lets us in on how to make every mundane moment meaningful in the midst of growing global anxiety. Listen to AURORA here: https://www.aurora-music.com/