Not that its needed, but I just wanted to say that I'm not ignoring what's happening in our country. I stay informed through trusted sources. I just want this space to be politics free...for the most part. Minus times when I feel compelled to post messages or spells or whatever.
It's not good for mental health to be in a constant state of fear, anger, and sadness.
As my deities have told me time and time again, I need to focus on myself, my loved ones, and local for now. I need to rest, heal, and study--I need to get stronger, so that when the time is right, I'm ready. It's not that I don't care, I do. And months ago, when the Gods told me to not do anything, I didn't want to listen.
But there are many people who are fighting and helping. People with far more knowledge, experience, energy, resources, and connections than I have. People from all walks of life. They are fighting against the fascists, despite what "news" says or shows. It's not hopeless. So many people are doing something.
So I do as my Kindreds instruct.
I stay informed.
I support in different ways, ways that I don't talk about.
I think about myself and my kids. I think about my neighbors and strangers that I see. Those that turn up in the news. POC that I watch online.
I can't pour from an empty vessel.
Like many, we're struggling financially. Like many, our heads are barely above water.
Trying to not look at certain family members with suspicions and fear--especially those who're active military. Will they turn on us if ordered to? Will so-and-so turn us in if the price is right, should it come to that? Have they already turned in folks they just don't like to ICE? Who can I trust anymore? <--Dealing with thoughts like this. Fighting with my own expectations of family, and the shame and disappointment in them and in myself for my naivety and expectations.
Lately I've been fighting against my depression and self loathing. Trying to stay present and not stressing over speculation. We're aware of what's going on, even if I'm not talking about it here. We gotta do what's best for our mental health and hope...with little joys, like Fall and Halloween fun.
If we don't care for ourselves, how are we supposed to care for others?
I try to keep this space safe and stress free...again, for the most part.
If you want a political blog, there's plenty out there. If you want an expressive angry Priestess and Witch, plenty of those too--plenty of people who can do it better and more informed than I.
I'd like this space to be a little break from the chaos.
Now, I'm going to go write some vampire fanfiction while trying to keep my feet out of my claw happy cat's range.
I hope you can take a break and do something fun, too. Remember: Self Care, listen to your body.
Take care of yourselves.
Don't go shaming folks for not living up to your expectations of what they should be doing right now. You can't attract flies with vinegar. A little bit of compassion goes a long way. Inform without preaching, without guilting people. Don't be a dick. Stay aware. Be gentle with yourselves. Take media breaks. Stay hydrated. Help where you can when you can.
Remember you're not alone. So many people care. So many are fighting. It's not on any one person or groups shoulders. We need to come together, not let the fascists cause us to fight each other. Remember some who say they're on our side aren't. Pay attention to their posts--their words, their actions. Some of the shit stirrers are just chaos and fear eating trolls wearing masks.
Rest, heal, and prepare.
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~ Priestess Foxlyn
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