🪤
I’m not sure if anyone else feels the immense anxiety about this incoming year as an American. I have always had a gloom about the world and been a realist but now the line between realism and pessimism is blurring. I’ve looked at plane tickets to different countries, I have a renewed passport, I am worried about the safety of my partner, friends, and family. Tonight’s celebration feels like a last. I am prone to heavy feelings but this feels more realistic as I said, and that is what is worrying me the most. I am unsure of what platforms will get banned or silenced / heavily moderated but I feel like social media is going to have a boom more so than it already has in this upcoming presidency. I think a lot of people of minority will seek refuge in these platforms, this one included, not only as an escape but as a way to exist without hate and seek social connection. These promises made by the one who is to be in charge are terrifying, and if they don’t terrify you, you are either lucky or in denial. I don’t know about all of you, but I am hiding my pride flag after today. I pray for all those who wear theirs proudly in the upcoming year that you will be safe and unharmed. I pray for all those going to be affected by these next four years, including those who are being hurt across the globe. I am no religious affiliate but I pray to whomever may listen.
I hope all of those who read this have a fun and safe celebration tonight and party with lack of worry. Thank you for letting me share my thoughts, they were heavy being carried on my own.
Related Recs
🔕
im with you on the shared fear. woke up very emotional with the impact this election has on so many vulnerable people.
I would honestly say, take a few days to process these results. The emotions are going to be big and heavy, especially with the shared grief of social media. I wouldn’t rely on fear and hesitation entirely, though those emotions are entirely valid.
Ultimately, you will find your people and your curated sense of safety, no matter where you go. breathe, do light research, and focus on possibility and resistance while acknowledging the real possible dangers, will help you balance these two ends of adventure and uncertainty.
Sending everyone in America love and prayers. I am very scared for and with you.. I’m right next door if you need me 🙏🏾
Nov 6, 2024
⭐
What makes me so anxious?
Perhaps it is the fear of loss of control. But, either something is in my hands, and I can do something about it, or it isn't and I can't do anything about it. Maybe writing this down will help? Entry #1
What makes me so anxious?Perhaps it is the fear of loss of control. But, either something is in my hands, and I can do something about it, or it isn't and I can't do anything about it. Maybe writing this down will help?
I feel unease because I fear having to spend time away from her. Maybe they will compell me to shift cities in order to work - and here I was, trying to build something with her. Distance hurts and it sucks to stay apart.
However, it's not like I have no options. May not be comfortable options - but I do have options. So maybe I should not fret so much.
Jan 2, 2025
🪖
I have been trying not to focus on this administration because every time I really think about it and the fact that several of my family members have already lost their jobs because of the literal richest man of earth I have a panic attack but I am so so scared for everyone and everything and I cannot hide it anymore. Anyway fuck transphobia! Long live the USPS! What are we gonna do!
Feb 21, 2025
Top Recs from @sinner
On my walk home from work at night, I pass it. I look into the church and see lights on inside and wonder who is up so late working on research or simply passing the time behind unknown walls. I wish to pass through the iron gates like a phantom in the night and idle as the stars die in my wake; never moving, never ceasing. Insomniacal practice. Haunting those who dare to grow their mind when it should be maintenancing in slumber. I look on with envy as the wisps remind me the gates are there for a reason, and my flesh is not permeable.
The towering architecture only looms over me to press it in.
I pass it and think of what I could have been.
Jan 28, 2025
something about ambient instrumentals have been hitting hard lately
Jan 25, 2025