. . . adding to your comment. I had an officer tell me in a self defense class to observe the shadows and reflections around you to monitor surroundings without checking over your shoulder when out. Car and store windows are great. If you see two shadows on the ground and aren't sure…
I have a BFA and MFA in studio art, with minors in art history and women’s studies. I pursued volunteer work more than gallery shows or internships. A few months ago, at age 33, I landed my dream job doing art therapy in a retirement home with dementia patients. ❤️
I’ll add that for some anxious people like me, exercise that includes problem solving can be really great for interrupting cyclical thoughts. Repetitive exercise like jogging or weight-lifting never quiets my brain. But put me in a dance or aerobics class, and my brain has to shut…
Develop your own personal feedback filters for your work, personal, family, and social lives. This is different from avoidance and turning a deaf ear to any criticism. Think about the negativity you’re, hearing, the person(s) who delivered it, the context in which you encountered…
Be careful how you interact with children that are not related to you. Don't scold or discipline anyone's kid, no matter how obnoxious they're acting, unless you have explicit permission from the guardian (ie. babysitting or teaching) If you see a child lost in a public place, stay…
Thanks for your thoughtful replies, everyone. Though not a perfect parallel, the language of muscle memory, habits, and necessity is definitely helpful and relatable. It enables me to frame it in the context of my own self-regulatory safety exercises that maybe don't always make sense…
I have a question. It might be dumb. I'm white, please help me understand. Are there things white folks should be doing when we see our POC friends/neighbors code-switching? Like, yes, don't be racist. Easy. Call out racism when you notice it. Done. Believe the stories and experiences…
I identify with #4 and appreciated the Australian's comments on the sheer size of the USA being similar to Europe. Many of us don't *choose* to be ignorant about other countries; we're doing our best while learning about the history/politics of our own enormous land-mass and population…
I'll add to that: find a "new mom" if you need to! There is so much pressure to maintain relationships with older women in our bloodlines. While that can be rewarding, it's no substitute for a the unbiased perspective from an experienced woman you admire. On the flip side, check-in…
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