RAISING LUMINARIES WORKSHOP

A Busy Parent's Guide To Getting Sh*t Done

A workshop for caregivers struggling to keep up with parenting, community care, and advocacy work.

Juggling too many responsibilities?

Parenting is already intense. And now you're also protecting your kids and community from an oligarchy of jerks in late-stage capitalism while fighting for basic human rights. No wonder you're maxed out!

Whether you've taken on too much, feel guilty for not doing more, or you're just barely hanging on, it's easy to get distracted from your family and the issues that matter most to you.

This workshop isn't about hustling and working harder - because you're not lazy, you're overloaded. It's time to assess the demands on your attention in a way that energizes you while still showing up for your community.

Sound Familiar?

Your daily to-do list is absurdly long

…but a single email, text, or school crisis scatters your attention, ending the day with even more to-do’s on tomorrow’s list.

You live in a haze of guilt

Am I doing enough for my kids? My community? The world? (And it always feels like the answer is ‘no.’)

You have great ideas and skills to share

…but get easily derailed by researching, planning, and tweaking, only to lose steam before seeing results from all that hard work.

What you actually want

Enjoy your kids at this age

Get focused and be present when your kids need you without that nagging urge to rush back to work. Create memories together without the distraction of a million tabs open in your brain.

Let go of resentment

Support your community without snapping at the people you care about, silently keeping score, or lying awake at night ruminating. Show up for the people who rely on you without over-promising or pushing yourself to the point of bitterness.

Create space for fun

Instead of bookmarking your list of 'some day' adventures alone to gather dust, create time to try new things, shift gears, and mess up, without feeling like you're falling behind.

Stop Scrambling

(but keep smashing the kyriarchy!)

You can't achieve collective liberation by cramming more responsibilities onto your shoulders alone.
(I don't mean this as an insult - but you're just not that powerful.)

Relying on 'life hacks' and bootstraps shows our kids how to comply with oppression, not to overthrow it.

Join us as we model sustainable resistance for our families and community.

SELF-PACED TOOLS FOR BUSY PARENTS

What's Inside

Step-by-step action plans to navigate executive dysfunction, decision fatigue & brain fog
Weekly video lessons (7-15 minutes each) with transcripts
Access to the private member portal with bonus resources
Companion guide & printable workbook
Peer support chat group

What will you learn?

This workshop was designed specifically for neurodivergent parents — giving you simple, adaptable tools to cut through the busywork, prioritize the causes you care about, and support your community without melting into a puddle of goo.

Start getting your chaos in order with one short lession each week.

Stop Overthinking - Focus On What Matters

You’ll learn how to quickly sort the urgent from the unimportant, so you can spend your limited energy on what actually matters to you and your family.

Calm The Chaos (Without Losing Your Shit)

We’ll build simple systems to reclaim your time — even when everyone is pulling you in different directions.

Escape Busywork Before It Sucks You In

You’ll get tools to spot time-wasters, protect your boundaries, and reclaim your attention before things get out of control.

WORKSHOP OVERVIEW

Weekly Lessons

WEEK 1

Breaking Out Of Inertia

Break free from the 'rushing to catch up / falling behind' doom spiral with simple, actionable steps — even when you feel exhausted and distracted by never-ending demands on your time.

WEEK 2

Becoming Unstoppable

Stay agile through setbacks and keep focused on your most important initiatives, even when your kid's home sick and the dishwasher explodes.

WEEK 3

Protecting Your Energy

Learn how to set reasonable boundaries, conserve your energy, and continue to show up for your family and community without shame or self-flagellation.

WEEK 4

Staying Calm In Chaos

Stay focused even when the bus is late, your kids are screaming, and you've got a protest to organize.

WEEK 5

Finding Your Community

Find collaborators who 'get it' and welcome your feedback - without having to mask, hide who you are, or fear making mistakes.

Ready to transform chaos into action?

FAQs

How much time should I to set aside each week?

Each weekly lesson video is 7-15 minutes long, and then give yourself 5 to 30 minutes to engage and reflect on the material. Maybe more, if you'd like to join the chat group. Our reflections and chat group are designed to join on the go - while washing dishes, commuting, or brushing your teeth.

How long is the workshop?

Our workshop starts in the first week of May and lasts for five weeks. Every Monday, I'll email you with a super short lesson and then check in with you via the chat group later in the week.

Can I participate with a friend or as a part of a group?

If joining with others, please make sure each person registers independently for the workshop. If you'd like to work together in private cohort, you can select this option during registration.

Will I have to attend live sessions?

No need to shift your schedule around. All lessons are recorded, so you can watch them any time during the 5 week course to apply at your own pace. If you want to chat with the facilitator or other members, you can do so 24/7 through our asynchronous video and voice chat, and share your thoughts on the member portal with written comments.

Can I join if I'm not a 'real' activist?

Yes — especially if you feel like you’re not doing 'enough' or you're nervous that you don't know 'enough' about issues to make a difference.

This workshop is made for parents who’ve been shamed, sidelined, or dismissed for 'not doing enough.' You don’t need credentials to make a difference — just the willingness to start where you are.

Can I join if I'm not a parent?

While most of our discussions center the challenges of juggling advocacy and survival on top of the labor of caregiving, all our strategies are helpful for non-parents too.

Whether you're a parent, other type of caregiver, or lone agent, you're welcome to join us, just be aware that we will be centering the voices and experiences of parents caring for children under 18.

Self-Paced Lessons

To join us in 2025, register by April 30.

5-Week workshop runs May 5 through June 8
Expect each weekly lesson to take a minimum of 15 minutes
Get email announcements on Mondays when new lessons roll out
Access the member portal and resources 24/7 at your own pace
All materials are recorded. Live attendance is not necessary
Bonus resources are downloadable and will remain accessible through June 8th
Join the optional chat group anytime, 24/7 via recorded video, voice, or written comments

WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY

Reviews

"I loved this whole process."

"It's especially helpful for prioritizing when there are a lot of possible actions, but you don’t know which to tackle next."

Shannon B.S.

"I feel like I’ve done more action in the past 20 days than in the past year."

"And bonus, I don’t feel like my head is on fire! I also have some solid, actionable steps to take."

Cat L.

"I’ve never heard anyone break it down like this."

"This workshop is such a balance of action, compassion, and political analysis - and just so fun and doable and concrete.”

Nat V.

COURSE FACILITATOR

Hello friends!

Hi, I’m Ashia Ray — a neurodivergent parent raising two kids while running Raising Luminaries, organizing for local change, showing up for my people, and occasionally even managing to read books and putter in the garden.

I built this workshop for caregivers - people pulled in many directions between community advocacy, parenting, and surviving capitalism - all while navigating executive dysfunction, neurodivergence, and mental health conditions.

I know what it feels like to never be doing 'enough.' Over the past decade, I’ve helped thousands of overwhelmed, justice-minded parents model sustainable care work, reclaim their energy, and fight for progressive policy change and community inclusion.

If you’re tired, overloaded, and feel like most parenting & activism spaces aren't quite welcoming - I built this for you.

REGISTRATION OPTIONS

Pricing & Donations

This course is available for active Luminary Braintrust members and participants of our seasonal collectives at no extra cost. However, if you're not an existing supporter and are still interested in joining us this year, one will be turned away for lack of funds.

Your contributions and donations support Raising Luminaries mission and free public resources.

PAY WHAT YOU CAN

$125 - $25

Returning members get access to the member portal, chat group, and all lesson material for the full 5 weeks of our spring session.

Please be sure to read our sliding scale policy before choosing how you reciprocate. No one will be turned away for lack of funds, make a note in during registration if you need to waive your contribution.

LUMINARY BRAINTRUST

FREE

Luminary Braintrust members get year-round access to all course materials included with your active membership.

The Luminary Braintrust is currently accepting new members, with sliding scale contributions available.

Join the Luminary Braintrust

RETURNING MEMBERS

$5