The oak trees remind us that steeling ourselves, turning inward, and becoming successful in spite of everyone is not resilient enough. In fact, in times of hardship and crisis, we need to grow closer, not apart.

Co-authored by Lilly Irani, huy tran, and Aidan Lin-Tostado in the San Diego Union-Tribune.

We have power when and because we imagine. And when we imagine, we shape futures that center justice, pleasure, and liberation.