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Can we make the world a better place?

What a gift to become affirming before a loved one comes out. What a gift to myself in my own asexuality journey to not once question if God loves me as I am. What a gift to give one who isn't yet out—for them to know that you affirm the Imago Dei within their queer self.

Here’s the link to the latest recalls in Canada, from our government’s website. I’m pleased to see them make note at the top of the page that Tylenol (acetaminophen) is perfectly safe for pregnant women. #CanadianRecalls

“If you’re always trying to be normal, you will never know how amazing you can be.” Maya Angelou You’re here to take up space, to speak, to feel, to show up fully… just as you. And that version of you is more than enough. 🧡 #kindness #positivity Picture by @katieabey

I've been shocked & horrified by how derisively the student's off-topic question was shut down on Monday it's been sitting heavy with me this week After appropriately redirecting the student, moderator Bruce McAllister followed it up with a statement full of flippant contempt (thread)

I drew this to acknowledge the brave #flotilla on its way to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza.

“Life is tough, my darling, but so are you.” Stephanie Bennett-Henry Some days take everything we’ve got. But even then, a little light, a little clarity, a little belief… can carry us through. Positivity is trusting that better days will come. 🧡 #kindness #positivity Art by @anxiety.positive

A couple friends from AB are living in the US right now and they see the writing on the wall. Talked to them last night and they’re looking at selling their house to get back — not to AB though; and I can’t blame them.

Ever look back at what you used to believe and think, “wow”? Deconstruction shows us just how far we’ve come. No shame in the journey. Every step brought you here. And here is exactly where you’re meant to be. 💙

I've been working on getting a Project Management certificate from Google this month while I wait for my start date at my new job. The last module is "Accelerate Your Job Search with AI." It's unclear if this is a required module for the final certificate or not.

“It is blasphemy to wish to make God an accomplice in hating.” — Søren Kierkegaard Let’s all be careful out there!

Long before belief or disbelief, there’s the deeper work of asking: What kind of world are we living in, and what might it mean? Publishes tomorrow on Substack.

“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we’ll ever do.” Brené Brown Acceptance isn’t about perfection, it’s about kindness to ourselves. Gentleness lets us grow in ways we may never imagined. 🧡 #kindness #SelfAcceptance Picture by Katie Abey

Scientists are uncovering the complex, grammar-like structure of mountain chickadee calls, revealing that these social songbirds use varied vocal elements to convey detailed information about identity, food, threats, and dominance.

... And I remember when I (that is, proofreader "I") was only required to be outraged by "alright" and the conflation of "that" and "which" lol www.theguardian.com/books/2025/a...

If you’ll be at #WildGooseFestival in North Carolina at the end of this month, I’ll be talking more about what’s quoted here — Because understanding the divisibility of attraction types can lead to a more expansive view of pleasure. I hope you’ll join me! #asexuality

you never want to be too eager about your first Away mission, that's for gonna get you killed by a weird alien plant or something. but you also don't want to be too anxious, that's gonna be bad for your career and also probably get you killed. Ideally you want to be going in completely neutral.

I get told often by people that this is one of their favourite cartoons of mine. So I thought I would share it again. All love. 🧡

Okay, that's pretty damn funny

Be kind to yourself. Self-compassion isn’t weakness—it’s strength. Learn how to cultivate it in your life. Read here:

It’s definitely a specialty piece, but I think the old dragon really epitomizes the “System” nature of Lego. I love that some designer looked at the alligator head and tail and said “you know, we could put a whole different animal in between those”

I drew this many years ago depicting a housewife bearing her cross.

Jesus doesn’t have many tears left before he submerges. I painted this a while back, but it feels even more relevant today. The image is meant to convey the urgency of crises and is a cry for peace. It's a part of my Images Of Christ series.

PSA! 🚨🚨🚨 Hey, so if you have an Instagram account, go check your settings. I just found out about an interactive map that shares user locations. In my case, it was VERY public as I use my account for author posts and updates. Meta added this feature without asking permission or notification. 🧵⬇️

“Being emotionally agile means being willing to experience all of our emotions with curiosity, compassion, and especially the courage to be with them.” Susan David You don’t need to fix it straight away. You’re allowed to feel it. All of it. 🧡 #kindness #positivity Art by @anxiety.positive

I call this Jesus and Kids Graffiti. Hold the Church accountable. This original drawing is available.

Amen.

As I complete another interview with someone doing their thesis/dissertation, I realize this is becoming more popular. Before Autcraft, people wrote about limiting screen time but now countless papers are about the benefits of video games and online play for autistic people.

#Jesus Overturning is a celebration of Jesus' activism. A reminder that with love, it is also a moral duty to flip tables when we see things that are corrupt, immoral, and unjust. I think it’s a good reminder for us all. What tables are you going to flip? (No matter how small)

Untangling care from control.
Dismantling the myth that love means sacrifice. Moving from codependency to interdependence:
buff.ly/qQUQlW4 #queerhealing #codependency #relationaltrauma #interdependence #therapyinsights

Just saw that the local axe throwing club is about to host a regular D&D campaign. I'm not sure yet if the schedule would work for me, but it sounds fun! I haven't played with a regular group in forever. (Hence all the solo games for me, outside of teaching my kids.)

St. James the Greater dropped his nets, followed Jesus, and never turned back. The first apostolic martyr, the pilgrim saint. His feast is today.

From the aces that brought you the annual “BREAKING (GARLIC) BREAD & CAKE: A CHRISTIAN ACE/ARO DISCUSSION” 💚♠️🤍✝️ The three of us are proud to present another discussion for Disability Pride Month: NEURODIVERGENT PROGRESSIVE CHRISTIANITY! Please register below this week so we can get your questions!

It's been a challenging past few weeks but I'm excited to announce that I'll be hosting a discussion with @nocturnalxlight.bsky.social and @jennadewitt.bsky.social for progressive folks at the intersection of neurodivergence and Christianity, link to sign up is below!

Is Superman just another superhero? Or a modern Moses? Explore how Kal-El was shaped by Jewish tradition, from his name to his mission. open.substack.com/pub/judsonta...

“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” Ralph Waldo Emerson It’s your life. It doesn’t need to make sense to anyone else. You’re allowed to live it your way. 🧡 #kindness #positivity Picture by @Anxiety.Positive

Bee kind 🐝 🎨 #paintedrocks #kindnessrocks #jwpaintedrocks

Hard day today… nature came in handy for healing… take a walk. Share some small kindness with the world… stay sane yall. #orcoastrocks #orcrs #tillcorocks #natureheals #kindnessrocks

What if defining consciousness isn’t about science or soul—but about semantics, social choices, and how we decide who’s “in”? aeon.co/essays/how-j...

Someone, somewhere is going through exactly what you went through all those years ago. And they probably feel like they're alone. Write something kind for them 🌈👇 #healingjourney

Good stories remind us that we can be better than what we are.

“With their extraordinary intelligence, octopuses show us that wisdom comes in many forms, often in places we least expect it.” Finn B. Grönlund A gentle reminder that we can adapt, feel deeply, and keep moving even when it’s tough. 🐙 #kindness #positivity #learning Picture by @positivelypresent

“Change is not only likely, it’s inevitable.” Barbara Sher Some may notice you’ve changed. Some might not understand it. But you were never meant to stay the same. 🧡 #kindness #positivity #growth

Hypocrisy is when you place demands on others that you don't do yourself.

The devs behind Runescap publicly admitting microtransactions are hurting their brand, and they're prepared to lose money to scale back, is an unexpectedly great way to start the week

1/2 In prayer I asked, “Sometimes I can’t feel God’s presence.” Jesus said, “You don’t need to. You connect through me, that is the whole point.” Then I saw the energy flowing from the person in prayer through Jesus connecting with God the Father... contemplativejournal.blog/2025/07/21/t...

Shameful that we're at this part of the whole scandalous situation.

Freedom doesn’t feel loud. It feels like walking under grey skies with no destination, hearing your breath, feeling the fog the air, and realizing you don’t need to prove anything. It feels like being a body, not a brand. #hiking

“You alone are enough. You have nothing to prove to anybody.” Maya Angelou For the moments that feel too much. For the times you second-guess yourself. This is your reminder… keep going gently. 🧡 #kindness #positivity Picture by @the_splintered_mind_