#health care advocate

[maggieslighte]

Zebra Hope

I wasn’t disagnosed with a connective tissue disorder that affects every part of my body until I was 52! Misdiagnosis and gaslighting have colored 54 years of my life, so what makes my current doctor so different? This doctor took over my care when my previous doctor left town. She was young, and she expressed that she hadn’t had patients with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome before. I shared all of the…

[hersfable]

"Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it." – Henry David Thoreau

𝐌𝐲 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐫𝐚.

In 2025, instead of planning and dreaming, I want to take action to get to where I want to be. I have very few goals that I want to achieve this year, and most of them are intentions than real goals. I hope this will set me up for succes and make me feel motivated to do every single day.

𝐌𝐲 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓.

Graduating,

Passing my car theory exam,

Finding a fun job next to being a student and babysitter,

Writing a short novel, *at least start

Fixing my sleep schedule,

Growing my social circle and finding love,

Saving more money for travels,

Cutting down on junkfood,

Making reading part of my daily routine,

Being consistent with skincare routine,

Stop skipping practices, even if i feel tired.

𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐓𝐨-𝐃𝐨 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞.

☐ Make a practical and manageable morning and evening routine ☐ Make a study plan from now till exams ☐ Start moving my sleep time from 8 am to 7 am and go to bed at 22:30 ☐ Track daily progress through journaling ☐ Make a list of affirmations

[study-diaries]

Progress is still progress!

It doesn't matter if you hadn't done the things you were supposed to do. It doesn't matter that if you finished 1 thing out of 4 things. You don't have 3 more things to do, you have 1 less thing to complete.

It doesn't matter if you had relapsed after a day or 3 of productivity and healing into a spiral again. What matters is that you get back up and start again. Because now you're a bit stronger and more resilient than before.

It doesn't matter if all you did today was getting out of bed, eat and change your clothes while you did nothing else. Appreciate yourself and give yourself the credit you deserve for doing those small things.

It doesn't matter if the only thing you did today was to focus on existing and on yourself alone. Be proud of surviving till the end of the day because you made it through knowing that there was a possibility of you not making it.

Progress is still progress. It doesn't matter if you take small or big steps. You're taking a step and that's all that matters.

[favoritedreams]

𝑆ℎ𝑜𝑤𝑒𝑟 𝑟𝑜𝑢𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑒 － 𝐴 𝑔𝑢𝑖𝑑𝑒 𝑡𝑜 𝑠𝑚𝑒𝑙𝑙𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑑𝑖𝑣𝑖𝑛𝑒 𝑗𝑢𝑠𝑡 𝑏𝑦 𝑙𝑎𝑦𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑛𝑔

𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐚𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 . 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐨𝐝𝐲 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐥𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐤𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞.

Start off with a clean foundation- By using an unscented bar of soap. Take your time with this step as it is very important. It is best to wash about twice for this step . Make sure to wash with a washcloth.

Next, apply your scented scrubs or body wash - Now that you're clean from your first layer, apply your favourite scented body washes over top with a loofah, an African net cloth, a silicone body brush, or whatever exfoliating tool you have.

* You've just finished a crucial step without realising it , you've double cleansed. Similar to skin care, double cleansing ensures that your skin is clean and prepped . Before going the additional mile, it is important to start with a a clean surface.

Rinsing with cold water- it’s a game changer from someone who loves hot showers and use to find the idea of taking a cold one crazy. It has so many benefits , I feel more fresh and committed to my routine. This is just personal preference.

Put on lotion - A little tip if you use body oil mix in with your lotion , this method is is also your base to smelling good for a longer period of time .

Put on deodorant - Self explanatory

Perfume of you choice - Finish your routine by smelling good in your favorite scent and you’re done !

**Make sure your scents match , avoid mixing any scent’s together that do not go together , finding your signature scent takes time but keep scents in range **

𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞

Dr. Bronner's Unscented Bar soap - Wash twice with washcloth

Dove body wash Shea butter and vanilla scent - Wash twice with more of an exfoliating tool . Ex ( loofah , African net , Silicone brush )

Tree hut Brown sugar scrub - exfoliate twice a week at most

Vaseline coco radiant Lotion + body oil

Any vanilla scent perfume

Follow @favoritedreams for more ♡︎

[constantlymisgendered]

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[diaryofanenchantedprincess]

Daily reminder 🤍

You are worthy of receiving love. Just like that. For who you are right now at this very moment. You have been worth being loved every step, every minute of your life and you always will be. Let that sink in.

It is safe to give love. You will not run out of it for giving it out. On the contrary, your capacity to hold love in your heart grows as you give love. You won’t run out. I promise.

It is the most natural thing to give, receive and want love. Please don’t deprive yourself of that beautiful gift.

[cryptidjeepers]

lot of homophobes using june as men's mental health month as a gotcha at pride and i just gotta say. those fuckers never gave a shit about mens mental health. this past week, i have not seen a single post from these men about mental health from the so-called mental health advocates. its only used as a strawman's argument about pride overshadowing men's mental health. (also its not hard to see that they mean straight, cis men's mental health)

conservatives are obsessed with men and boys not seeking help with mental health issues or even expressing emotion. if they do theyll be called gay, a pansy, weak, etc. its so transparent to me how often conservatives will co-op certain things to weaponize against things they hate. you know who does care about men's mental health? the gay and trans men that have been on the other side of vitrolic attacks by former friends, family members, and politicians for their entire lives. If there is a group of people that understand the importance of mental health, it is transgender men. pride and mental health are not inserparable. fuck off with that.

[mymitochondriaforpresident]

Honestly it was less so about actually leaving the monarchy than the choice for Wille to leave the monarchy, that makes it all the more powerful.

[ivyandana]

Day 1/21 of Self Love Affirmations

I am worthy of love and abundance in all areas of my life. I release all doubts and fears, knowing that I am more than enough. I nourish my mind, body, and soul with love and compassion. Love fills me and radiates outward. I am a magnet for positivity, confidence, and love.

-IVY

[hauntedxd0ll]

I'm not sure how I'm feeling right now. I'm so confused, hurt, and disgusted. last night, I found out some unforgivable came out that a friend of 15 years has done and i will now be no contact with them. please leave some self-care tips I can do or some serotonin to brighten my day or just some positivity.

[thehobbitchronicles]

better days are coming

better days are coming

better days are coming

better days are coming

[hersfable]

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." – Eleanor Roosevelt

𝐁𝐞𝐚𝐮𝐭𝐲.

I embrace my beauty and feel confident in my skin.

My beauty shines from within, and it radiates outward.

I appreciate the way I look.

I am worthy of feeling beautiful every single day.

I am proud of the person I am becoming.

My beauty grows as I nurture myself with kindness.

𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞.

I am deserving of deep, genuine love and connection.

Love flows to me effortlessly and abundantly.

I attract loving, kind, and supportive people into my life.

I give love freely and receive love with an open heart.

I trust in the power of love to guide me in all aspects of life.

𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬.

I am focused, disciplined, and capable of achieving my goals.

Learning comes easily to me, and I embrace the process of growth.

I trust in my ability to master any challenge.

I am confident in my potential and I am always improving.

Success is the result of my hard work, dedication, and perseverance.

Every challenge I face is an opportunity to learn and grow.

[study-diaries]

Reminder!

Your worth is NOT defined by:

Grades

Appearance

Weight

Height

Nationality

Gender

Race

Religion

Work

Degree

Illness

Disability (mental/physical)

Income

Your worth is not defined by anything. You are definitely worth it. You are enough. Don't let anyone tell you otherwise.

[minaa-munch]

Do you really think Kakashi should have been made Jonin? He was very young right?

"..."

Fair point. But given that Konoha represented the Land of Fire's militia, age was hardly worth noting as a concern. The village churned out soldiers after all. Kakashi was incredibly gifted and had all the skills befitting a Jōnin - from battle tact to ninjutsu. He was quite similar to Minato, in that sense. On that note, I believe his promotion was also during war times (ironically, also similar to Minato's) so it was probably a necessity.

But that doesn't change the fact that he wasn't ready - and that too, not because of his age, per se. Kakashi was a deeply traumatized and emotionally stunted individual. Where he definitely had the skillset of a Jōnin, he lacked the foresight and the emotional maturity of one.

So yes, Kakashi was rightfully promoted to the rank -- was it the ideal scenario? No. Did they have other options? Probably not.

[mariposas8494]

It’s hard, but I get it 🫶🏻

Reach out if you need help or just want to vent, I CARE ABOUT YOU!❤️

[diaryofanenchantedprincess]

i love you body. i love you anxiety for always being on high alert because you want to protect me. i love you hunger for reminding me that i need nourishment and when i’m feeling down or stressed, you remind me to have a snack as a lil treat. i love you jealousy for showing me that i am not stuck and that i want to grow and have something just like they do. i love you tiredness for the way you show me that rest is just as important as doing things, if not more.