Struggling even with self-care? This is for you 👉 medium.com/purposeful-w... I'll be quieter here for a while (the note below explains how come). Want to stay in touch for sure friends? I made a 'home base' online at 👉 loveemmarose.com That's the very best way 💜 #MentalHealth #Reading #Writing

Good stuff is going on in our world! Look at this! How creative us humans can be Care for our planet still needs to be a top priority 💚 #GoodNews #Hope #Uplifting #NatureLovers #Nature #Care Thank you @happyeconews.bsky.social 🙏 Do go follow them if you want to see more fab news…

Have you ever read ‘Small Kindnesses’ by Danusha Laméris below? These words were re-introduced to me y‘day, and I’m grateful A reminder there is far more kindness and beauty in the world daily than news tells us 💗🌸 #Poetry #BeTheChange #LookForTheHelpers #Poem #Flower #Photography #Nature #Spring

Those who know me know I take restful breaks from activity on here sometimes. Here’s why: medium.com/purposeful-w... I hope you can also rest when you need to 🤍✨ It’s healthy for us, and resistance against unhealthy systems that like us earning/spending non-stop 💜 #Reading #Writing #Photography

This is one reason I donate to #PlantTrees for every #poem I share on #Bluesky and #Medium And my website Plus in collaborations I've enjoyed with another #writer It highlights we need #climate care in an ongoing way AND #trees gift us all #CleanAir ~ a basic need we all have #Love #Trees #Nature

Have you discovered @beaveronthego.bsky.social??? They’re having fun, and can also bring smiles to our faces with their adventures! #Photography #Fun #Smiles #Beaver

What a fab quote Mel is sharing! “Avoid negative people. They have a problem with every solution“ ~ Albert Einstein Oh my goodness, yes! Dontcha love folks who are #inspiring problem-solvers. Who see issues and get on with resolving them Thanks @meltheparadox.bsky.social 🙏🤩 #Inspiration #Quote

Hi Bluesky! I apologise now for the groan-worthy nature of this joke… Have you heard about quiet tennis? It’s the same, just without the racquet I know, I know, please direct all complaints to my husband who shared it with me y’day! On a serious note, I hope you enjoy smiles today 💜😊 #Laugh #Joy

A reminder today Joy is okay! When we are lit up Lifts others around :) #Poem #Photography #Hike #Smile #EastCoastKin When feeling low seeing others #joy gave me #hope Some seem to want to drag us down “Hurt people, hurt people” Or we can #rebel Light our faces up with smiles and share joy! 💞

Like Bluesky, the community @medium.com is friendly When online they’re both calm havens I’ll be at some of this event ~ anyone else here on Bluesky going? medium.com/blog/heres-w... P.S. In this context ‘pub’ is short for publications #Writing #Medium #Writers #WritersCommunity #WritingCommunity

An inspiring read! “We don’t know what’s going to happen next” And we each help create our future! “Maybe changing the world is more like caregiving” Yes, yes, yes! Care for ourselves, each other and nature 🤍 #LoveReading #Inspiring #Read #Words #Care #Hope Thank you @rebeccasolnit.bsky.social

News a distraction we cannot control What can do is focus On what matters most Our heartsongs? Our families? Our love growing strong? Discerning Deciding to grow love more love #Love #Poetry #Poem #Photography #Flower #RedWed #Rose #BeTheChange Think our world needs more love? Let’s grow it! 🌱♥️🌱

As a keen #reader I love @medium.com ~ and I’m fussy when it comes to where I spend time! It’s a platform that feels like a calm haven. This look behind the scenes was fascinating ~ I’m thankful for the care and work that goes into places that do still moderate content #Reading #Writing #Learning

Maybe you need to see this today? The message from my writing desk calendar speaks of #hope… thinking ahead to far better times 💛 #Wise #Words #Writing #Uplifts #ThePowerOfWords #LoveReading #Inspiring #Quotes #Indoor #Photography Have any words strengthened your resolve or given you hope lately?

Maybe you’ll enjoy these words by the wonderful writer Donna Ashworth? #Poet #Inspiring #Wise #Words #Empowering #Writing #InternationalWomensDay #IWD #IWD2026 #Strength #InternationalWomen’sDay Generations that went before you were the survivors of tough times ~ you have their strength within 💜

Fucking infuriating Need a day for us Us women give birth Our pain unimaginable Treated as less than Demand better for us #InternationalWomen’sDay #IWD #IWD2026 #Poetry #Poem #Womens #Strength #Empowered #ImageAndVerse #Photography Do you need to demand better from a loved one? Friend? Work? Boss?

Every day Ideally A day women loved A day women cherished Respected Treated well #Poem #InternationalWomensDay #IWD #ImageandVerse #Photography #Stunday #Flower It starts with us loving, cherishing, respecting and treating ourselves well Enjoy doing so wonderful cis and trans women of Bluesky 💜

Hi! I saw an intro like this and loved it, so here’s mine (updated March ‘26!) If you have an intro feel free to share below or say Hi! Love, Emma🌹✨💜 P.S. 225 trees planted so far (I'll share updates in comments below)🌳 #About #Hello The ‘About’ page I mention 👉 loveemmarose.com/about-me-emm...

Well this made me smile! 😁 Anything you need to chuck today?!? #Wise #Words #Cathartic #Swearing #Release #LetGo I'm a fan of what David's saying, language 'n' all, as I've found swearing to be such a healthy stress reliever, as long as we don't aim it at ourselves or other folks in abusive ways

Need a moment of levity? Check out John's joke below. Humour is powerful! And seeing others joy gave me hope when I was struggling #Joke #Humour #Comedy #Daft #Silliness #Uplift #Mood #MentalHealth

Flowing with nature Circadian Rhythms Springtime Our moon cycles Winter, Fall, Summer #Poetry #Poem #Flowing #BlueSkyArtShow #Nature #Photography #River #Water #smArtist #ArtYear Aligning with nature ~ daily, monthly, yearly cycles ~ and flowing with our own internal natural guidance is wise Yes?

Struggling to see, past all this mess the awfulness now? There’s hope here Let’s grow it #Poetry #Hope #Photography #Nature #Flower #Bud In the U.S.? You may like to see this 👉 www.project2029.me/about-us Folks are thinking ahead Envisioning better Working towards it I hope this gives you hope 💜

I hope for you belly laughs too 😁😂 #Silly #Short #Poem #Poetry #ImageAndVerse #SelfCare #Emotional #Health #Wellbeing #Laughter #Uplifting #Smiles #Simple #Pleasures #Laugh Today’s self-care I’m indulging in… watching a comedy show with my family It’ll belly laugh tension right out my body You?

Round and round and round cycles go ‘Til somebody stops them Says no No more war #Choose #Peace #Poetry #Round #Poem #BlueSkyArtShow #ArtYear #SatARTday #smArtist #EastCoastKin #Photography #CycleBreakers #Heal #Disco #Ball #Reflections 🤍 What are we each shining into our world to be passed round?

What self-care are you indulging in today? I moved to this peaceful song to remind me love‘s here… and that we all have power to be loving in our words and actions in the face of.. well, ya know #ChooseLove #Peace #Calm #PeoplePower #Music #Poetry #Lyrics #Art #Power Let me know if you listen 💜✨

In a world of instability Be a haven amidst the storm Love bigger, larger (more than war) Be peaceful Loving Calm #Poetry #War #News #Peace #smArtist #Nature #Photography #Writing #ArtYear #EastCoastKin #SatArtDay #Poem #Reading #Love #BeTheChange #MentalHealth #ChooseLove #BeAHelper #Kind #Calm 🤍

In the midst of needing self-care for ourselves and each other, we still also need care for this home we share Yes? So, I asked a question, sent 3 pages of documentation, and the fab #reading #writing platform @medium.com listened medium.com/blog/how-med... If I can prompt change, you can too! 💚

Fearing revolution? I wrote this note and poem for you 💜 Sharing to keep the love ongoing from Valentines Day… Gift Link: medium.com/the-law-lab/... #Writing #Poetry #ImageAndVerse #Photography #FlowerPhotography #Flower #Pink #Zinnia #Nature #Loving #Words #LoveReading #Calm #Peace

Men yes we love you the men kind and patient the men who choose kindness respect us stand bravely beside us Us women we love you you men #Poem #Stunday #Photography #Nature #Poetry #Love #Healthy #Relationships #Masculinity Dedicating this to the decent men in our world Who make our world better 💜

Sharing for all women who rightfully feel furious alongside me, at times This #book by #DonnaAshworth is a gift! #Stunday #Awakening #Photography #Flower #Nature #ArtYear #EastCoastKin #LoveReading #MentalHealth #Feel #Angry #Feeling is #Healing #Heal #Emotion #Healthy #Expression #Writing See Alt

This quote speaks to me… you, too? “If I were to remain silent, I’d be guilty of complicity” ~ Einstein We all have power to make a difference! There are many more folks in this world who are #kind, I believe, than people spreading hate #Quote #SpeakUp #Photography #Flower #Nature #ChooseLove 💜

#LoveReading #Learning or #Writing like I do? I’m unsure if you know this #News … it’s one reason I and other folks stay away from spending time #reading ~ and money ~ on #Substack www.theguardian.com/media/2026/f... #Writers #WritingCommunity There are alternatives More info: leavesubstack.com

Hi, I've been finding the labeller below helpful in figuring out if accounts are trustworthy (in my view). Plus, more info is supplied too, that we can use our own discernment about. Maybe you'll find it helpful as well? bsky.app/profile/labe... Thank you @labeler.hailey.at

Feeling fearful currently? Are #PanicAttacks plaguing you? This note includes several tips that can help you make it thro' Gift Link: medium.com/bouncin-and-... #MentalHealth #Calm #Anxiety #AnxietyRelief #Reading #Writing #Read #Poetry #Flower #Photography #Nature #Chamomile #Calming #Soothing 🤍

Experiencing #PanicAttacks? Well, what I didn't share yesterday was that I stopped driving for a while some time ago, as #Anxiety had narrowed my world I share to give you #Hope if you feel full of #Fear currently ~ like I used to ~ that it's possible to #FeelBetter 💜 #MentalHealth #Healing #Heal

Peter’s kind wishes, along with soothing ocean sounds and the snow falling felt calming to me ☺️ Perhaps you’ll appreciate this video, too? #Calming #Soothing #Nature #Kindness #Snow Do go and give Peter’s post the love 🥰

Have you sung lately Bluesky friends? I did today ~ at top volume! ~ driving home after a walk and coffee with a friend. It felt sooo good! Turns out there’s a reason why I felt fab 😁 Gift link: medium.com/wise-well/we... #Singing #Music #Health #Uplift #MentalHealth #Joy #Happy #Mood #Boost #Sing

Need peace? Having read this essay, that was recommended in a writing group, I decided to give the app mentioned in it a try I’ve tried similar before; however, there is something about this app that’s had me actually using it 🙌 Gift Link: medium.com/age-of-aware... #MentalHealth #Gratitude #Calm

What a beautifully effective self-care suggestion from Cultivate Wellbeing Have you found them here yet friends? Thank you @guiltfreeselfcare.ca 🙏🤍 #SelfCare #SelfLove #Somatic #Ease #Peace #Calm #Release #Tension #Healing #Relax #Relaxing Do go follow Cultivate Wellbeing for fab self-care tips!

#Overwhelmed #Stressed #OnEdge #Snappy? This brilliant #read explains how come many of us have rightfully felt #NotOkay currently AND it includes helpful actionable tips 💜 Gift link: medium.com/@malynnda.st... #MentalHealth #Calm #Reading #Learn #Writing #NervousSystem #Trauma #SelfCare #SelfLove

“Remember, most people are good” And SO many people are showing up with more heart and more courage thro’ this time Thank you if you are, as we all need each other ~ we inspire each other with our brave love 💜✨ #ImageAndVerse #Poem #Poetry #Photography #Flower #Nature #ArtYear #Stunday (See Alt)

Have you seen Lee Harris? I don’t agree with all he says; however his shares were something I watched often during part of my spiritual journey This Feb monthly share might hold some value for you? youtu.be/4MYVGC-ER58?... #Calm #Soul #Peace #Healing #Awakening #Heart #Love #SelfCare #SelfLove

I hope you’ve enjoyed a day of Soul Rest today… and if not this Sunday, maybe clearing your schedule as much as you’re able next Sunday is possible 🤍 #Poem #Reading #BookSky #ImageAndVerse #Photography #Nature #Flower P.S. A touch of summer sunshine feels needed🌻 #Writing credit Donna Ashworth

Have you discovered @mindfullinked.bsky.social yet Bluesky friends??? Sharing wise somatic practices, what they post often helps me Maybe they’ll help you too? 🩵 #Calm #Relax #Body #Mind #Emotions #Somatic #MentalHealth #Wellbeing #Health #FeelBetter #Wise #Words Thank you Mindful Linked 🙏☺️

To #balance my last post, here‘s #beautiful #words from a #book I’m enjoying #reading while restfully #wintering Along with some of natures beauty! 💗 A reminder to elevate #joy #hope and #love over the awful #Read #Uplifting #Writing #Booksky #SelfCare #Photography #Flower #NaturePhotography

Going to leave this here today, too, if striking isn't an option for you there's plenty of other ways we can help improve our world ♥️ Gift Link: medium.com/purposeful-w... #Strike #Striking #BeTheChange #BeAHelper #Calm #Peaceful #Loving #Healing #Photography #Writing #Activism #NaturePhotography

Feeling hopeless? Well, I thought it was time to share this note again, to help restore hope. Gift Link: medium.com/purposeful-w... #Hope #Writing #Reading #Uplift #Depression #MentalHealth #FeelBetter #Calm #Anxiety #Feel #Peaceful #Poetry#Flower #Photography #NaturePhotography #smArtist #ArtYear

This gentleman, Tony Stubblebine, is the CEO of Medium. And this ‘doing the best thing’ stance is one reason I choose @medium.com to #learn, #read and share some of my #writing Plus, “we don't allow things like hateful content or racist slurs on Medium… clear and unmovable for us as a company” 👏👏👏

#Music #Art #Poetry #Creativity #Photography #Writing inspires, calms, moves us, strengthens resolve, unites us and more ~ and it’s needed thro’ this time “This is precisely the time when artists go to work - not when everything is fine, but in times of dread” ~ Toni Morrison #Musicians #Creatives

“I know what you must be thinking We are powerless to change things But don't give up 'Cause we got love…” 🎶 ~ Jessica Mauboy These lyrics by caught my attention in a #dance class I attended, to help move #tension out my body Maybe you need them, too? #Music #SelfCare #Photography #Nature #Love 💚