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Detective Jack Campbell was awarded a commendation for his exceptional support and compassion for the survivor of a 2019 sexual assault case he worked. #thankyou#commendation
Detective Jack Campbell was awarded a commendation for his exceptional support and compassion for the survivor of a 2019 sexual assault case he worked. #thankyou#commendation
WORD TO THE WISE>> During this coronavirus crisis, keep an eye on every move of my old industry: health insurers. Behind the PR spin, they will be doing everything they can to deny care & maintain profits, while making it look like they’re heroes. Here’s what to look for: (1/10)
Elizabeth Warren was the perfect test case: as smart or smarter than Hillary, just as prepared, just as qualified.
AND she didn't have her baggage,
AND she was a known progressive hero,
AND she turned out to be a fantastic campaigner.
And still. and still. and still.
I had no idea how much I needed to hear this. All of this. I've been going through a rough patch with writing, and this was a balm for my blistered soul.
@CleverlyTitled My therapist used to have me visualize what shape and color my anxiety/depression was, then instead of trying to wrangle or bury it, try to imagine making space for it inside of me. It seems weird but it can help to accept this thing that's part of me until the feelings pass. ❤️
@CleverlyTitled If this hasn't occurred to you, the "new thing" is a HUGE life change. That might be a source of your heightened anxiety. I know it's not much help, but try to cut yourself a little slack. Maybe visualize giving your tornado some space so isn't stuck inside the sphere?