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Life after a Layoff

Finding a new job takes a lot of effort. I’ve been recently laid off from Shopify (along with 20% of my friends) and have been spending the past three weeks applying for jobs, connecting with friends, and searching for that next thing. It’s exhausting work. This is my first layoff (and probably not my last) and the approaches I’ve used in the past to find a new job don’t really apply right…

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It’s been a trying couple of weeks .. loss affects everyone in different ways. I’m usually pretty zen about change but it’s weird, when I go running, my emotions open up wide. I don’t recommend bawling while trail running - easy to trip! 😬 (at Lapham Peak Unit, Kettle Moraine State Forest) https://www.instagram.com/p/CovFaDgvSNL/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Reminders, ADHD, and Siri

Reminders, ADHD, and Siri

I heavily rely upon Siri (and Google Home sometimes) to set reminders for myself. I have ADHD. I have hundreds of thoughts flying through my brain throughout the day, all at the same priority and speed. Once in a while, I catch onto something that I need to remember. ADHD brain says “oh hey, it’s important, there’s no way you’ll forget it!” – where my mindful brain says “lol, you’ve already…

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I am always amazed at how quickly my body overheats in the cold weather! Over-dressing is so easy to do, and you have to be careful to not get too sweaty. All it takes is a twisted ankle and you’ll cool off too fast while damp and potentially get frostbite by the time you make it to safety. (at Lapham Peak Unit, Kettle Moraine State Forest) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmSd0QoP4w6/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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As much as I complain about winter, I love feeling like a kid running in snow! (at Lapham Peak Unit, Kettle Moraine State Forest) https://www.instagram.com/p/CmSdXmNP0hu/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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The weather was perfect this morning for another epic popsicle beard! (at Lapham Peak Unit, Kettle Moraine State Forest) https://www.instagram.com/p/CK_7njxJ0o2/?igshid=57i15uqdg7ku

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My official Worldwide WordPress 5k now that I have the shirt 🤣😂

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Feeling 🍊today #wwwp5k day 3 (at Lapham Peak Unit, Kettle Moraine State Forest) https://www.instagram.com/p/CIWJ4stJi6e/?igshid=7duxvod5h9g8

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Showing off my WordPress 🏳️‍🌈! https://www.instagram.com/p/CBGiQmNplRD/?igshid=wmi6g318x67b

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#Blackout for Minneapolis. For Louisville. For Toronto. For Brooklyn. #Blackout for Us All.

To the #Blackout Community and Tumblr at large, 

We know you must have a lot of questions or are feeling distressed about the news. The world has been dealing with a lot this year, and it is an especially harrowing time for Black Americans and Black folks abroad. We know your biggest question right now could be summed up by a quote from Toni Morrison:

“What can I do where I am?”

Here at #TheBlackout, we have decided to help you start finding an answer to that question - we feel that we need each other. We need unity, organization, a clear sense of direction, but more importantly, a space where you can be yourself without judgement or fear.

So, in addition to boosting your art and businesses, our highest priority right now is to provide you all with resources to help you start from where you are.

This is a masterpost of places you can donate, find mental health + spaces for radical self-care, and just do something fun. We will be adding on as things change. 

Donate/Boost/Sign:

Minneapolis Freedom Bail Fund  & Louisville Community Bail Fund 

Reclaim the Block

Black Visions Collective

The Official GoFundMe of George Floyd’s Family

Official Petition for Breonna Taylor 

Justice for Regis Official Fund

Justice for Tony McDade Petition

Black Lives Matter Network

Mental Health Resources:

Ethel’s Club - Black-owned and operated social club offering access to Black therapists and a multitude of creative events for People of Color. 

Crisis Text Line - A different approach to crisis intervention, Crisis Text Line offers you help when you text 741-741. You’ll be able to chat with someone who is willing to listen and provide you with additional resources.

Shine Text. – Black-owned! Sign up to receive cheerful texts and tips every day. 

Therapy For Black Girls - A Black-owned a directory to help you find Black therapists in your area. 

Tips for Organizing/Protesting:

Knowing your rights - ACLU

How To Prepare for a Protest. (Remember to wear a mask in or to protect yourself!)

A Twitter thread of suggested readings

Fun Online Communities and Things to Do:

Some of our favorite online communities. 

Nerd Culture: @blacknerdproblems, @superheroesincolor

Poetry and Literary Spaces: Cave Canem Literary Balms program for Black poets,  Nuyorician Online Open Mic Events, Well-Read Black Girl

Podcasts: Therapy For Black Girls, Strong Black Legends by Netflix’s Strong Black Lead, The Read with Crissle and Kid Fury.

Hobbies: #BlackBirdersWeek by BlackAFinSTEM (5/31 - 6/8), Wellness Week by Black Girl Gamers. 

Join us for the 5/31 Emergency #Blackout/#BlackoutDay here on Tumblr and Twitter.

Update (5/30/2020 4:41 PM EST): Our original post included a memorial link to Tony McDade. We corrected the link to an ongoing petition. As of this posting, there is no official memorial fund collections for Tony McDade.

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Indigo Bunting finally caught in action https://www.instagram.com/p/CAgyku-Jp-Q/?igshid=1kxxqxgun34gt

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Chicago Sunrise (at Chicago Downtown) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9ReZXOJ0IM/?igshid=dg8mmxmpmq3d

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13 miles in 19°F windy weather went better than I had expected! 🤩🥶🏃💨 #running #coldweatherrunning (at Wales, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/B8mbB8xpFNe/?igshid=1h5g1am7lst31

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My running shoes are really screwed up! https://www.instagram.com/p/B7mf44QJdfI/?igshid=1fowiqi56xzo5

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Sunrise in Atlanta looked like a painting yesterday (at Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Buckhead Place) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7dzhsLpGCm/?igshid=hp71wvhcfpjx

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Quite the post-sunset sky tonight! (at Delafield , Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6T7K90Jw-s/?igshid=gqey51s6ep7d

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I think I might be getting good at this bread thing #breadbaking #baking #breadporn (at Wales, Wisconsin) https://www.instagram.com/p/B5dxllYJGTg/?igshid=1mg7poh3ibnf4