Hope in the Midst of Political Upheaval – A Former FBI Agent’s Perspective”
Ken Wheatley, a former FBI agent, draws on law enforcement experience to examine mindfulness, resilience, and practical strategies for hope amid political upheaval. In-person and Zoom attendees can participate in the post-talk Q&A.
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