Emma Mehrabi

News and social policy junkie. Avid runner. Wanderer at heart.

[Emma Mehrabi @Emma_Mehrabi]

"Love is a decision, a judgment, a promise. If it were only a feeling, there would be no basis for the promise to love each other forever."

[Emma Mehrabi @Emma_Mehrabi]

What is this sad state of a play place at the @DFWAirport @McDonalds apparently you built this? Is this what we are calling a play place now? We can do better! Please update this for all our children

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

Generosity isn’t just a sign of virtue. It’s also a mark of intelligence.

Data: people with high IQs have more unselfish values, give more to charity, and negotiate better deals for others. They prioritize the long-term collective good over short-term self-interest.

It's smarter to be a giver than a taker.

https://t.co/Ee4nbz6Rz6

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

In cultures of politeness, dissent is a threat to social harmony. People nod and smile even if they disagree, and silence fuels groupthink.

In cultures of integrity, dissent is a sign of commitment to quality. People voice their views, and respectful debate improves decisions.

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

The best antidote to burnout is not teaching people coping skills to handle stress. It's redesigning work to reduce stress.

The cure for exhaustion is removing overwhelming demands and the norm of self-sacrifice.

Healthy workplaces value well-being as much as performance.

[Under 3 DC @Under3DC]

Thanks @Under3DC parent leader @Emma_Mehrabi for testifying in front of @chenderson’s Health Cmte! She shared her family’s love for early educators & demanded that the @councilofdc reverse all of @MayorBowser attempts to steal their wages & healthcare. #DefendPEF #WashingtonDC

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

Burnout is not a badge of honor. "I'm so stressed!" doesn't signal status.

When people brag about being overwhelmed, they're seen as less capable and caring. They get less help—and drain their colleagues.

The appropriate response to stress isn't to boast. It's to seek support.

[Dalai Lama @DalaiLama]

The very purpose of spirituality is self-discipline. Rather than criticizing others, we should evaluate and criticize ourselves. Ask yourself, what am I doing about my anger, my attachment, my pride, my jealousy? These are the things we should check in our day to day lives.

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

Leaders are not born. They’re made.

There's no such thing as a natural leader. Everyone starts out with shortcomings as well as strengths.

Leadership potential doesn't depend on the traits you possess. It emerges from the values you choose and the skills you learn.

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

A new reason to work out in the morning: it builds confidence to overcome obstacles.

On days when people exercise before work, they’re more engaged and less exhausted. They see tasks as challenges to conquer rather than threats to avoid.

Early wins boost energy and efficacy.

[Progressive Caucus Action Fund @WeAct4progress]

The Supreme Court just finished another devastating term with decisions that undermined our civil rights, student debt relief for millions, and much more.

Join us Thursday with @BrooksRakim and @twete_davidson as we dig deep into this SCOTUS term.

RSVP: https://t.co/tzBdnIOFHi

[Damon Jones @nomadj1s]

We have good evidence on what happens for this exact age group:

SNAP work requirements reduce SNAP participation by 64% for 50 yr olds. While some may earn more as a result, the study found no increase in employment

https://t.co/AEMOisdyJv

[We Build Progress @WeBuildProgress]

Workers filed nearly 400 charges against @amazon, @starbucks, and @apple for breaking labor laws in the last six months alone.

The @nlrb holds employers accountable for violating workers’ rights! #FairLaborPracticesNow #WorkersRights

[We Build Progress @WeBuildProgress]

🚨 THIS THURSDAY @ 1pm ET 🚨

We are hosting a discussion on Executive Actions so far and what to expect next w/ @AlanBdc, Elyse Redden of @FaithinValley, Anthony Rogers-Wright of @NYLPI, Dr. Sriram of @SSWorks, and Sarah Anderson of @IPS_DC

Register Now! https://t.co/rffk5tszJB

[Astro Poets @poetastrologers]

Virgos relax

[We Build Progress @WeBuildProgress]

We're hosting a brilliant panel of experts including @_rossbrennan, @Emma_Mehrabi, @ErikaAndiola of @theYoungCenter, Ashik Siddique of @IPS_DC, @Med_mederos of @CHPublicAffairs and Sara Wiggins of @ptogetheraction.

Register now! https://t.co/B7SXj3Yshg

[We Build Progress @WeBuildProgress]

Last year, we pulled out of the war in Afghanistan. Yet still, we spent more on our military than the next seven countries combined this year.

Next year? The Pentagon is getting ANOTHER $76 billion.

Here's what the $858 billion Pentagon budget really means.

[We Build Progress @WeBuildProgress]

NEWS: The omnibus Congress will consider this week includes a ‼️$25 million increase‼️ for the NLRB – the first increase in nearly a decade.

That funding is crucial. Our report with @EconomicPolicy found states are seeing a massive increase in labor organizing and union-busting.

[Children's Defense Fund @ChildDefender]

CDF's @Emma_Mehrabi on the #ChildTaxCredit: “This is federal money that is owed to you. This is not going to count against SNAP, does not count against social security.” via @YahooNews

Don't leave 💰 on the table. File your taxes! Claim your CTC money! https://t.co/FI8aBnRaAi

[Children's Defense Fund @ChildDefender]

While working class families struggle to make ends meet, billionaires profit and line their pockets. It’s time to put #BabiesOverBillionaires and pass @RepBowman’s bill now. https://t.co/j30lSlqBG0

[Astro Poets @poetastrologers]

Week of 3/27 in Virgo: Holding the heart is part of the path. You would take anything in your arms. You can hear the whispers and feel the solace. Orange lights guide your path.