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Current Events

Table of Contents

• Introduction

• The LGBTQ Community

• Women’s Rights & Abortion Access

• Freedom of Religion

• Disability Rights

• On ICE & Immigration

• Our President

• Closing Thoughts

• TL;DR

• Links

Introduction

No think pieces today. No trigger warnings. Just hard truths, because America is hard to stomach right now.

I love deep thinking, philosophy, and discussing the things that have always fascinated me, but I can’t bring myself to write about any of that right now. Not when everything around me is burning.

I need to write about this. The state of the world. The perspective of someone who exists on the lower end of the totem pole in this so-called “great nation.”

Even if this is anonymous, anyone who knows me well enough will recognize my voice.

I won’t pretend I’m the most qualified person to speak on everything. I’m a white woman. I can’t fully understand the struggles of POC, and I won’t take up space that should belong to them. But if you’re reading this, please—listen to them. Seek out POC voices. Support their work. Do whatever you can to help.

As for myself, I’m here to speak on what I do know—what I’ve seen, what I’ve lived, what I fear is coming.

First, I wanted to talk about our president—but that will come later. Before I address the man I hate most in this world, I need to share my own experiences. Some of you might relate. Some of you might roll your eyes and tell me to “suck it up.” But before you do, remember this:

This is my reality.

Every single person on this earth has their own version of reality, shaped by their experiences. This is mine.

The LGBTQ Community

It’s no secret that I’m a part of this community—I’ve mentioned before that I’m a lesbian. I’ve been part of this community since middle school, though I didn’t always know exactly where I fit.

It took years to understand myself. Years of frustration, confusion, and pain. But I had the freedom to explore, to question, to grow. Without that, I would still be miserable, stuck in an identity that was never mine, hurting myself over and over just to fit into a box that someone else built for me.

People grow and change. That’s what we’re meant to do.

But now, that freedom is being stripped away.

I’ve seen the headlines. Trans people arrested. Lesbians set on fire. Suicide rates skyrocketing.

And why?

Because of the hateful laws this joke of a president keeps pushing.

I don’t care where you stand politically—if you can’t see what’s happening, you’re either blind or willfully ignorant.

This country is brewing nothing but hate.

I know it’s bad when even I, a woman who lives in a relatively safe area, hesitate before going outside. I think about whether today will be the day I get shot for being queer. If I feel that fear, what about the rest of our community?

How do people justify this? How do they look at someone who just wants to love—who just wants to exist—and decide that they deserve to suffer?

There is so much happiness to be found in diversity. And yet, all they want to do is destroy it.

Why must there be so much hate?

I will never understand it—how anyone can justify hating someone simply for existing. How do they convince themselves that their way of life is the only way?

Women’s Rights & Abortion Access

Ever since Trump’s first term, this has been a constant battle. And when his Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, we lost so much more than just the right to an abortion.

Let’s be clear:

Abortion isn’t murder. It’s healthcare.

If that makes you uncomfortable, good. Because this is the brutal reality we have to face:

If access to abortion is taken away, what happens next?

1 — The Dangers of Child Pregnancy

(Ages 10-12)

• Historically, in areas with poor medical care, young mothers have an alarmingly high mortality rate due to complications like obstructed labor, preeclampsia, and postpartum hemorrhage.

• Girls under 15 are five times more likely to die from pregnancy-related complications than women in their 20s.

• Babies born to extremely young mothers also face higher neonatal mortality rates and severe birth complications.

2 — The Reality of Miscarriages

• If a miscarriage isn’t properly managed, it can cause life-threatening complications like sepsis or disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC), which leads to fatal internal bleeding.

• Some states already have laws preventing doctors from intervening, even when the fetus has no heartbeat. Women are being left to die over ideological cruelty.

3 — The Cost of Forcing Birth

• Over 391,000 children are in the U.S. foster care system.

• Schools have become war zones—327 school shootings in the 2021-22 school year alone.

• Child neglect is rampant, linked to poverty, domestic violence, and mental health crises.

• As of 2024, raising a child costs $23,000 per year—a total of $414,000 from birth to age 18.

And yet, these same people who scream about “protecting life” will refuse to lift a single finger to support the children they force into the world.

4—The Irony of the “Heartbeat Law”

• A fetus at six weeks doesn’t have a developed brain, thoughts, or consciousness—it’s a cluster of cells emitting electrical pulses.

• Brain death is legal death. If an adult loses all brain function, we remove life support. Yet we’re forced to sustain pregnancies where brain activity doesn’t even exist yet.

How is it legal to take someone off life support, but not to provide lifesaving reproductive healthcare?

Because this was never about “saving lives.” It was about control.

And this is only the beginning—abortion is only the first step. If this administration keeps chipping away at our rights, how long until we lose everything we’ve fought for?

Freedom of Religion

Trump’s latest move? A task force dedicated to eliminating so-called “anti-Christian bias.”

Let’s be clear: Christianity was never under threat.

• 63% of the U.S. population identifies as Christian.

• No one is outlawing churches.

• No one is banning Bibles.

This isn’t about “protecting religion.” It’s about favoring one religion over all others.

I am a Pagan. I do not hate Christianity, but I refuse to accept a government that places one faith above the rest. If this continues, religious freedom will become a distant memory.

Disability Rights

This one is personal. My mother is disabled. She cannot work. She is in pain every single day, relying on government assistance just to survive.

And I am terrified that Trump will take that away.

• His administration previously proposed cuts that would reduce disability benefits by 38% to 66%.

• He attempted to slash SNAP benefits by 25-30%.

• Tightened eligibility rules could leave countless people without the aid they desperately need.

If you rely on disability benefits, pay attention. We need to prepare for the worst.

My family has already started homesteading and researching alternative ways to survive. If you want resources on homesteading or natural remedies, let me know.

On ICE & Immigration

This is how the Holocaust started.

Mass deportations. Detention camps. Families ripped apart. Sound familiar?

• Trump’s administration is conducting large-scale raids.

• Plans are in place for a detention facility at Guantánamo Bay to hold 30,000 migrants.

History is repeating itself, and people are letting it happen.

Our President

How is this man still in office?

This election was stolen—ballots burned, votes suppressed. A felon, rapist, and Nazi is sitting in the White House, and our government let it happen.

We are not united. We are more divided than ever.

And if you still stand with him after everything, then you are complicit in evil.

Closing Thoughts

This is the reality we are living in. For some, it is life or death.

I won’t say I don’t have privilege—I do. And I wish everyone had the same privileges, regardless of race, gender, or faith.

I want a better world. A safer world. A world without hate.

It may take time, but this hell will end.

Until then—

Stay strong. Stay smart. Stay alive.

We will get through this.

TL;DR

America is in crisis, and ignoring it won’t make it go away.

• LGBTQ+ Rights: Hate crimes and anti-trans laws are rising. People are suffering and dying just for existing.

• Abortion & Women’s Rights: Overturning Roe v. Wade endangers lives. Pregnancy is deadly for young girls, miscarriages are criminalized, and forced births fuel poverty and neglect. It’s about control, not life.

• Religious Freedom: Christianity isn’t under attack—but other religions are. Government favoritism threatens true religious freedom.

• Disability Rights: Trump’s policies aim to cut disability and food assistance, leaving vulnerable people, like the author’s mother, at risk of losing everything.

• Immigration & ICE: Mass deportations and family separations echo horrifying historical events.

• Trump & the Future: A corrupt, fascist leader has stolen power, and the country is crumbling.

This is life or death. Stay aware, stay strong, and don’t stop fighting.

Links

As a white woman, I can only speak to my own experiences, but I refuse to let this conversation be one-sided. The struggles of POC, especially Black, Indigenous, and immigrant communities, are deeply tied to the fight for justice. Their voices matter, and they deserve to be heard. If you want to support and uplift them, here are some resources to listen, learn, and take action.

General Support & Awareness

• The Movement for Black Lives – Coalition of Black-led organizations advocating for racial justice.

• Color of Change – A nonprofit fighting racial injustice in media, politics, and corporate policies.

• NAACP – Civil rights organization dedicated to justice for Black Americans.

Indigenous Rights & Activism

• Indigenous Environmental Network – Advocates for environmental justice and Indigenous land protection.

• Native American Rights Fund – Legal organization defending Native American rights.

Immigrant & Refugee Support

• RAICES – Legal aid and advocacy for immigrants and refugees.

• United We Dream – The largest immigrant youth-led network in the U.S.

LGBTQ+ POC Support

• National Black Justice Coalition – Advocates for Black LGBTQ+ rights.

• The Okra Project – Provides meals and support for Black trans people.

Mental Health & Crisis Support

• Therapy for Black Girls – Mental health resources for Black women.

• BEAM (Black Emotional and Mental Health Collective) – Supports mental health in Black communities.

Education & Financial Support

• The Loveland Foundation – Funds therapy for Black women and girls.

• Native Forward Scholars Fund – Financial aid for Indigenous students.

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The Mind and the Body

Before you dive in, I want to issue a gentle warning. This piece ventures into deep, existential thinking—territory that can sometimes evoke discomfort or unease. If you’re not in the best mental space right now, I recommend holding off on this discussion. Your well-being is important, and it’s always okay to step back to care for yourself.

Trigger Warnings: Mentions of death, suicide.

Now, let’s begin.

I’ve always had a habit of falling into deep thought, endlessly cycling through questions. Some of them may seem trivial or absurd, but they all stem from a genuine curiosity, a desire to understand this strange, magnificent world. Other thoughts, though, plunge me into an overwhelming awareness of life itself.

“How did language and writing develop?”

“With every breath I take, someone is born and someone dies.”

This awareness can be paralyzing—the sense that time is constantly passing, that life and death are intertwined and inescapable. It’s the realization that at every moment, we are surrounded by both beginnings and endings.

“What are other people thinking?”

“How do their minds work?”

“Do they perceive the world the same way I do?”

It’s not just that others have thoughts—it’s that those thoughts are entirely distinct from our own. We take for granted that we each experience the world through a unique lens, but the mind is a vast and mysterious place. Your brain is lighting up with neurons as you read this, perhaps hearing your own internal voice recite these words. But what about everyone else? Their minds are just as intricate, yet completely different.

The human brain is an enigma—a marvel of evolution. Think about serial killers, for example. Their minds are wired to follow horrifying patterns. But why? What triggers that desire for destruction within them? How can someone detach from empathy, from the sanctity of life, for their own pleasure? What part of their brain lights up with the thrill of causing pain?

It’s a chilling thought: that some people find joy in the suffering of others. It’s a question that leads me down paths of self-awareness and true crime fascination alike.

But let’s pivot to an even more profound question: How did everything begin? We often turn to the Big Bang Theory, but that only scratches the surface. How did life—this pulsating, self-aware organism—first take shape? What ignited the spark that led to the world we inhabit today?

Sometimes I find myself overwhelmed by the fact that we, humans, seem to be the only species burdened by this level of self-awareness. Animals exist in a more blissful state, free from the existential weight we carry. Or are they? I wonder if they know more than we give them credit for.

We, on the other hand, are nothing more than neurons piloting a flesh vessel—a “meat suit,” as some call it. All our thoughts, our personalities, our sense of self are dictated by this three-pound organ in our skulls.

It reminds me of a meme: a conversation between God and an angel about the creation of humans. “You messed up a perfectly good monkey, that’s what you did. Look at it. It’s got anxiety.”

It’s funny but also profound. In giving us intelligence, perhaps something was lost. A once-simple being, now laden with stress, worry, and endless introspection.

I even learned that we aren’t the only creatures capable of suicide. According to research on animal behavior, “Animal suicide is when an animal intentionally ends its own life through its actions. It implies higher cognitive capacities, such as a concept of self, death, and future intention.” It seems intelligence can be just as dangerous as ignorance.

That’s a sobering thought, isn’t it? With all this awareness, are we ever truly safe?

Here’s the truth: safety is a relative concept. These thoughts—about life, death, the mind, and the body—have brewed in my mind for years. They can be unsettling, but they’re just that: thoughts. In reality, you are safe. You’re likely reading this from the comfort of your home or surrounded by people who love you. You are safe. You are grounded. You are loved.

If today’s discussion has been heavy for you, I encourage you to reach out for support. The world can be overwhelming, but you’re not alone.

988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Languages: English, Spanish

Hours: Available 24/7

988lifeline.org

I invite you to share your thoughts—whether it’s a theory of your own or a question. This space is for dialogue and discovery. I don’t claim to be an expert; I’m just deeply curious about the universe we inhabit. Let’s learn together.

Animal Suicide Wiki

Last Note: I also want to explore how certain behaviors and traits we exhibit as humans mirror those found in other animal kingdoms—a topic that’s been discussed many times before, but one I think deserves further reflection.

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Spirituality - A “High” Discussion

Table of Contents:

⁃ Introduction

⁃ Reincarnation

⁃ Spirits and Demons

⁃ Witchcraft and Tarot

⁃ Spirituality Beyond

Introduction

Let me start by saying these are just my musings, and yes, I’m high as I write this. There’s something about the calm focus that marijuana provides—it helps me unravel thoughts I’ve always wanted to explore.

Spirituality is a subject that has fascinated me for as long as I can remember. It’s discussed across the world in different forms, all trying to touch on something vast, something beyond our immediate reality. I’ve always believed there’s more to existence than what we can see. Call it delusion, but to me, it’s a concept worth exploring deeply.

There are countless ways spirituality weaves itself into our lives, and today, I want to dive into a few of them. Whether you believe or not, these discussions are for anyone who’s curious about what might lie beyond the material world.

Reincarnation

Reincarnation is defined as “the rebirth of a soul in a new body,” but to me, it’s more than that. The term “old soul” doesn’t just refer to wisdom—it refers to a depth you can see in someone’s eyes. Some souls, I believe, have been here before.

I’m often told I’m an old soul, though I don’t remember my past lives. But I’ve always felt like I’ve been here before. Even as a baby, my parents said I made eye contact immediately, as if I already knew what this world had to offer. Contrast that with new souls—there’s pure wonder in their gaze, an eagerness to experience life for the first time.

What if the challenges we face in life are lessons for our souls? Some lives are filled with struggle, while others breeze through without much difficulty. I’ve noticed that troubled individuals often carry the weight of an older soul, as though they’ve lived through many lifetimes of hardship.

There’s even a theory that birthmarks and phobias are remnants of how we died in previous lives. It’s fascinating, isn’t it? There’s no right or wrong answer when it comes to these beliefs, and that’s the beauty of it. I’d love to hear your thoughts and stories—whether you agree or not!

Spirits and Demons

Are spirits and demons real? Absolutely. Spirits are all around us, whether we acknowledge them or not. I’ve experienced them firsthand, and there’s physical evidence out there too, for those willing to look.

My earliest memory of seeing spirits was at the age of four. I could see spirit orbs and point them out to my parents, who eventually started taking photos of the spots I indicated. Sure enough, there were orbs in the pictures, even though they were invisible to the naked eye.

Once, I woke up in the middle of the night craving a snack and saw a full apparition in the hallway. It wasn’t a dream—I remember running to my parents, sobbing in fear.

People say demon possession is exaggerated by Hollywood, but I believe it’s real. There’s so much negativity in the world that I think certain events can stir up malevolent energy. But talking about demons is almost taboo—maybe because of fear, maybe because of disbelief. What do you think?

Witchcraft and Tarot

The word “witchcraft” tends to freak people out. They imagine evil rituals or warty witches flying on broomsticks. But what if I told you witchcraft is real—just not in the way you think?

Witchcraft, at its core, is simply intention manifested. You don’t need a cauldron or a black cat. Every time you give yourself a pep talk, you’re manifesting a good outcome. Every time you make a wish before blowing on a dandelion, that’s witchcraft in its purest form.

Does it always work? No. Sometimes, the universe has other plans. But practicing witchcraft is about aligning with those universal forces and understanding when something isn’t meant to be.

Then, there’s tarot. I own a deck myself, and the accuracy is sometimes eerie. I’ll pull cards seemingly at random, and somehow they always match my situation. It’s fascinating to me, and I’d love to know if anyone else has had similar experiences—or if you think it’s all coincidence.

Spirituality Beyond

At the heart of it, spirituality is about recognizing that there’s something greater than us. It’s the belief that there’s more to being human than just our sensory experiences, that we’re part of something cosmic or divine.

This opens the door to discussions far beyond Earthly spirituality—like the belief in extraterrestrial life. It’s almost impossible to think we’re the only planet with life in the vastness of the universe. Life and death are part of an endless cycle, and to think we’re the only ones participating in that cycle seems narrow-minded to me.

Closing

I needed a space to jot down these thoughts, to sort through my personal experiences and ponder the world beyond. But this is an open-ended discussion, and I want to hear what you think.

I’m often lost in deep thoughts, and while some of the topics I think about might give others an existential crisis, I’ve managed to hold on to my sanity (thankfully). I know how to separate reality from belief, theory, and thought. I’ve always been curious more than anything—intelligence might be overrated, but curiosity? That’s where the magic happens.

Feel free to comment with your own experiences or questions. Let’s explore this vast universe together.

Thank you for reading.