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Dear Ms. Communicate,
As I know you say, the personal is political. But lately, it seems that the political is messing up the personal - at least in my case.

My significant other is a very progressive person, but she is growing less and less patient with my being out so often at political meetings and demonstrations. I don't want to give up any of my political activism, but I also don't want to screw up my relationship beyond repair.

I know that one can't live on politics alone, and I don't want live alone because of politics!

What can I do to avoid sleeping alone while still being a dedicated social justice activist?

Zealous

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Part of creating a better world, in my opinion, is making sure you create a loving environment for the people closest to you. You don't have to give up all your outside activities, but you do have to make sure that you're not wasting your time doing stuff you don't have to.

Helping to raise kids is very effective activism!