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i used to be very minimalistic in my teen years, everything had to have it's own place and be perfectly organized or i'd start twitching (something undiagnosed, probably. it's fine.) somewhere along the way i started to get very sentimental with my things, i think it came with the thrifting addiction. realizing how much value all those things have and how many lives they lived before i found them is just really interesting to think about. the things you keep says a lot about you, and what better form of expression than filling my space with things that i love and feel connected with? colors and textures that bring me peace? the world is a disaster so keeping small things to spark joy is crucial!!!
Jan 23, 2025
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is it okay that I’ve surrounded myself with so much STUFF? is accumulation always greed? where is the line between excess and simply nesting/ living in a home? is it just a luxury to have the space to store things for repurposing and reusing (ie jars, scraps for art, hobbies of the past — and hopefully the future— once adulthood/capitalism settles down)? or is this actually good for something?
Feb 24, 2024
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What do your possessions mean to you?
Mar 2, 2024
all those packed, roughed up journals and dingy carhart jackets and suitcases covered in stickers you see on pinterest were not created by overconsuming a bunch of bullshit from amazon and decorating them in one night! they're were made from months and years of real and genuine love and use of the objects. curate your aesthetics slowly and more mindfully instead of trying to disingenuously copying everything you see on pinterest for an instant gratification. those tiktoks you see of brand new planners overflowing with random junk is not realistic and impractical. decorate however you want but do it genuinely for yourself, not to recreate an aesthetic you think you need. your stuff will look better in the end if you love it truly and well!!
Jan 3, 2025
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Jan 19, 2025
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alright, tik tok is officially down. whether it comes back or not doesn't matter, due to it likely being purchased by meta and becoming a propaganda machine.
so what do we do now? what do i do with all these feelings?
firstly, delete instagram, facebook, and any other meta/amazon apps. leave your account up, just delete the app. leaving dead accounts open costs more on their end.
second, put your money where your mouth is! no amazon purchases, only buy necessities, and shop small whenever possible. money is power, and we need to prove that THEY are meant to serve US, not the other way around.
third, physically document everything you can. every piece of news, every update that feels relevant, jot it down. doesn't have to be neat, doesn't have to be very descriptive, just take notes! create and keep a timeline!
fourth, participate in your community. talk to strangers, start conversations with anyone and everyone about anything! join a library, educate your friends, volunteer. shelters, food pantries, local politics, etc.
fifth, MAKE ART. create create create. any form any medium it doesn't matter! art is what connects us through time, what marks human struggle and human resilience.
finally, make yourself known. join local protests, sign petitions, go to city council meetings, participate in local law if it's possible in your area. be outspoken on whatever social media takes over, and in real life.
we will get through this, nothing is going to explode overnight, take it day by day, and take care of yourself too. stay educated, stay vigilant, and be brave. do it scared. you are not alone, we must be united in this effort.
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