If you're overwhelmed, tired, or just trying to make sense of the wacky world we're livin in — this episode is for you. You're not alone.

If you're paying attention…It's a lot. And it's real.

Here in Chicago — families are literally being ripped apart by ICE. We are living through a moment that is asking us to step up. This episode is a reflection. Not to "debate" or "politicize." But to remember… that all this madness is rooted in the same core truth: Every human being deserves safety, dignity, and the right to belong.

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Support the abandoned immigrant children in the courtrooms:

• https://acaciajustice.org/

• [email protected]

• https://www.chicagoappleseed.org/court-watching/

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Do you have an inspirational "Bootstraps" story you'd like to share? Or are you struggling with an issue / need advice / tools from Lisa?

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