Rebecca Lyn Phillips, a published author, speaker and mental health advocate, suggests that reaching out to fellow Kansans during difficult times can help them and themselves. She lists her own coping strategies, including listening to music on her phone and reading books. She praises community leaders like Barry Feaker, former Topeka Rescue Mission executive director, who does the right thing and leads efforts to help the poor. Phillips also mentions former Valeo CEO Bill Persinger, who cared about helping people with unique challenges. Phillips suggests that kindness and compassion can shine a stronger light than hate can ever manage.