Activism is an important part of many students’ lives, and a key opportunity for young people to enter leadership positions. Having a sense of purpose, giving back, and fighting to make the world a better place can be a great source of joy — but a cause can also easily become all-consuming, swallowing up the rest of your identity, leaving little happiness behind. In this presentation, Mary Kate will discuss her experiences with activism and mental health, starting at IC, and the journey towards finding balance and a holistic identity as both a passionate leader for causes and a person outside of them.