How to Go to Work the Next Day When the Election Doesn’t Go Your Way

Election season is always tense, but this one has been especially divisive. For many, the results don’t just signal political shifts—they touch on deeply held values and beliefs, and impact many of our lives in deeply personal ways. When the outcome doesn’t match our expectations, it can leave us feeling frustrated, powerless, and even fearful. It’s important that we understand that about ourselves and our neighbors.