I also had a complete meltdown yesterday. Also, just reading the word "hyperalert" in this post made me realize that I had, in fact, entered hyperalert mode to an extreme degree. And I actually don't want to give up that feeling even though I know it's an unhealthy response. How else will I protect myself, hahahaha. I'm trying to channel my hyperalertness to positive things like getting that knitting pattern technical editor certification that I've been meaning to.
"Joy is my justice." This will be my affirmation for the coming week. Thank you so much.
My affirmation for this week was "Community is the antidote to fascism," a quote from Jessica Valenti's daily newsletter. Writers and thinkers, please keep sharing your words! They give others something tangible to hold onto.
Thank you - for the retreat, for your clear sharing of your values, for caring for yourself and others (both human and more-than-human). And thank you for the opportunity to join even when I have a very limited income to help pay.
Thank you again for reaffirming where you stand and making sure people know -- both so that those who need a sense of safety know this is a place they can be safe and so that who don't care about the safety of so many of their fellows can see themselves out.
Thanks 🧡 some friends and I deliberately spent election night NOT following the news but rather crafting. In the days since I've continued to knit on the sweater, and it's come to embody the warmth of community to me.
Also - I'm glad you make your politics known! I've recently learned that some people I've followed and supported are quite right wing, and it was a major shock. I want to know whether the people I follow acknowledge my basic humanity (and of course hopefully support my rights, but in depressive states, I'll take what I can get...)
Thank you, Anne, your thoughts really resonated with me. I’ve removed myself, at least momentarily, from all socials except Substack to calm the mind. Knitting has brought solace 💙
Thank you! I loved the retreat and it was just what I needed. You provide a safe space with writings that are comforting and needed. Stay political! I love supporting craftspeople and artisans who share my beliefs.
I also had a complete meltdown yesterday. Also, just reading the word "hyperalert" in this post made me realize that I had, in fact, entered hyperalert mode to an extreme degree. And I actually don't want to give up that feeling even though I know it's an unhealthy response. How else will I protect myself, hahahaha. I'm trying to channel my hyperalertness to positive things like getting that knitting pattern technical editor certification that I've been meaning to.
Love this so much, thanks for highlighting my work and using it to frame why yours is so very important. ❤️
"Joy is my justice." This will be my affirmation for the coming week. Thank you so much.
My affirmation for this week was "Community is the antidote to fascism," a quote from Jessica Valenti's daily newsletter. Writers and thinkers, please keep sharing your words! They give others something tangible to hold onto.
❤️ ❤️ ❤️ community is everything right now. That is where collective Joy is our resistance.
Thank you - for the retreat, for your clear sharing of your values, for caring for yourself and others (both human and more-than-human). And thank you for the opportunity to join even when I have a very limited income to help pay.
Thank you again for reaffirming where you stand and making sure people know -- both so that those who need a sense of safety know this is a place they can be safe and so that who don't care about the safety of so many of their fellows can see themselves out.
Thanks 🧡 some friends and I deliberately spent election night NOT following the news but rather crafting. In the days since I've continued to knit on the sweater, and it's come to embody the warmth of community to me.
Also - I'm glad you make your politics known! I've recently learned that some people I've followed and supported are quite right wing, and it was a major shock. I want to know whether the people I follow acknowledge my basic humanity (and of course hopefully support my rights, but in depressive states, I'll take what I can get...)
Thank you I needed this. Yesterday I started to crochet some holiday things and I must say it’s helping. Just not enough
Thank you, Anne, your thoughts really resonated with me. I’ve removed myself, at least momentarily, from all socials except Substack to calm the mind. Knitting has brought solace 💙
Thank you! I loved the retreat and it was just what I needed. You provide a safe space with writings that are comforting and needed. Stay political! I love supporting craftspeople and artisans who share my beliefs.
Thank you! This was exactly what I needed today.