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Amongst these titles, you'll find:

• Inspiring stories of resisting tyrannic governments
• Communities coming together in times of need
• Persistent, relentless showing up for civil rights and justice
• Guidance on what makes for effective, sustainable resistance movements
• Hope that a better tomorrow is within reach if we fight for it

The average person in the United States spends over 2 hours a day scrolling through social media. The algorithms are designed to be addictive. But one way to break an unhealthy habit is to replace it with something that's better for you. May we introduce to you: book series

This list is comprised of the first books in a series. Yes, by reading these books, you may develop another time-consuming habit. Even if you get hooked, we expect you'll still feel better about spending your time flipping through these pages, instead of staring at a screen.

As we spend more and more time on our phones and as AI becomes more prevalent, there are concerns about technology's impact on our ability to be creative, think critically, and foster social relationships.

For more on AI, algorithms, and the devastating downsides of spending too much time on social media, check out these titles.

The loneliness pandemic is upon us, but there are antidotes. These books help us step away from the deluge of the online world and foster meaningful connection with others. So go ahead, give that friend a call, set up that coffee date, and go visit a bookstore together. Life is better with company.

Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of all work and no play? Check out these titles. A lot of these picks are satirical because when you’re going through the daily grind, sometimes it helps to laugh (instead of cry). At the very least, many of these stories will help you know you're not alone. If you're starting to question whether the career you've been chasing is worth the cost, these books can offer a sense of solidarity and perhaps some insight on what to do next.

Birds Connect Seattle invites you to read and learn with us. Together, we'll deepen our understanding of conservation and become stronger advocates for birds and nature.

Learn more about and join our reading group here: https://birdsconnectsea.org/learn/conservation-reading-group/