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Real Talk Fur All
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A Texas furry community that puts community first! We are furries who believe in solidarity, openness, honesty, radical acceptance, and mutual support.

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Real Talk Fur All @realtalkfurall.bsky.social · Sep 24
Real Talk Fur All is a Texas community support and education group started by furries, for furries. We believe that free education, honest communication, and radical acceptance are how our fandom will thrive.

Learn more about RTFA or join our social media channels today!
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is a Texas community support and education group started by furries, for furries. We believe in free education, honest communication, and radical acceptance.
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Last night we broke a record for attendance with over 21 furs coming out to socialize and have fun carving pumpkins!

Nights like these are what make our special little community feel the most real. 🥰🎃😻🎃
Avery, the RTFA mascot, stands in the kitchen next to an island full of pumpkins carved by RTFA members. The pumpkins carved at RTFA's pumpkin carving night lit up in the dark.
October 28, 2025 at 7:35 PM
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We raised $150 for RTFA and found this one-of-a-kind souvenir a great home thanks to the wonderful donor that won our silent auction!

To find out more about RTFA, get involved on telegram, or donate to public education and community safety in the furry fandom:
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podontknow.bsky.social Po 💖🐈‍⬛ Pride of Prides @podontknow.bsky.social · 22d
Here is the ephemera collage from ACFI 2025! It was amazing seeing all the art and creativity on display as always! Please zoom in and take a look at everyone's hard work, and if I've missed tagging someone let me know!
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ACFI 2025 Ephemera Collage ACFI 2025 Ephemera Collage with numbers for crediting artists ACFI 2025 Ephemera Collage artists credits
October 27, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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Genuine Consent (Zine F-02, Friendship Series)

Consent is an important part of all relationships between two people. What makes it genuine?

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Consent is an important part of all relationships between two people. What makes it genuine? What is Genuine Consent? Consent is communication. It is a two-way street, and means something different to everyone. Each person has their own communication styles and needs. What works for you or what has worked in the past might not be right for another person. Consent is not just for physical or romantic relationships, but for every relationship, every time. Genuine Means Informed. Both parties need to know what to expect before things start happening Aware of potential risks - Activity, Personal, Health, etc. Includes limits, boundaries, starting and stopping points. Genuine Means Sober. Both parties are in a clear state of mind and ordinary faculties. If planning to not be sober, consent comes before. Negotiating while inebriated is not genuine consent. *Includes being free of social pressures or coercive situations.
September 24, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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ACFI 2025, our first convention booth for RTFA, was an amazing success! Thank you so much to everyone who stopped by to talk, take zines and resources, and donate for prints! Can't wait to hopefully do it all again in a few months at LSFC!
Rtfa convention booth at ACFI with mascot Avery behind it.
October 15, 2025 at 1:24 AM
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Our ACFI booth is here! We'll be hanging out resource sheets for San Antonio, San Marcos, and Austin along with our community support zines from 10-6 every day!

Find us right across from the board game room.
A picture of the Real Talk Fur All community aid booth at ACFI with Po in fursuit paws
October 10, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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Tomorrow is the first day of #ACFI2025! We could not be more excited over here. 🥳 Stop by our community support booth for zines, local resource information, and FUN!
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realtalkfurall.bsky.social Real Talk Fur All @realtalkfurall.bsky.social · Oct 3
Alcohol and You (Zine C-02, Convention Series)

Parties and drinking sometimes go hand in hand. How can you stay safe so everyone has a good time?

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Alcohol and You. Parties and drinking sometimes go hand in hand. How can you stay safe so everyone has a good time? Drinking 101. ‘One drink’ is 5oz wine, 12oz beer or 1.5oz of hard alcohol. Risk Reducers: Eating Food, Drinking Water, Sipping and Savoring your drink. Risk Increasers: Drinking rapidly, Empty stomach, Mixing alcohol with other substances. *Try to drink water between each alcoholic drink you consume. Drunkenness. Most people reach intoxication after consuming 2 drinks in an hour. Effects start within 10 minutes, but peak about 1 hour after you drink on an empty stomach. *Wait for it before drinking more. Effects of Intoxication: Delayed Reactions, Lowered Inhibitions, Reduced Coordination, Impaired Judgement. Take Care. A person’s reaction time and coordination deteriorate as their blood alcohol level rises. Even if a person is good at masking obvious symptoms of intoxication, their physical capabilities are compromised. In fact, people with a high tolerance are arguably more risky because it’s difficult for others to tell when they’re impaired.
October 8, 2025 at 9:57 PM
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Sneak peek of the first batch of prints we'll be handing out at the booth! =^-^= #ACFI2025 @furryinvasion.bsky.social
A kitchen island covered in prints on trans and gay flags with hate will not save us and cat and mouse designs on them. Two small tables covered in prints on trans and gay flags with hate will not save us and cat and mouse designs on them. A messy desk covered in prints on trans and gay flags with hate will not save us and cat and mouse designs on them.
October 6, 2025 at 6:22 PM
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Alcohol and You (Zine C-02, Convention Series)

Parties and drinking sometimes go hand in hand. How can you stay safe so everyone has a good time?

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Alcohol and You. Parties and drinking sometimes go hand in hand. How can you stay safe so everyone has a good time? Drinking 101. ‘One drink’ is 5oz wine, 12oz beer or 1.5oz of hard alcohol. Risk Reducers: Eating Food, Drinking Water, Sipping and Savoring your drink. Risk Increasers: Drinking rapidly, Empty stomach, Mixing alcohol with other substances. *Try to drink water between each alcoholic drink you consume. Drunkenness. Most people reach intoxication after consuming 2 drinks in an hour. Effects start within 10 minutes, but peak about 1 hour after you drink on an empty stomach. *Wait for it before drinking more. Effects of Intoxication: Delayed Reactions, Lowered Inhibitions, Reduced Coordination, Impaired Judgement. Take Care. A person’s reaction time and coordination deteriorate as their blood alcohol level rises. Even if a person is good at masking obvious symptoms of intoxication, their physical capabilities are compromised. In fact, people with a high tolerance are arguably more risky because it’s difficult for others to tell when they’re impaired.
October 3, 2025 at 12:58 AM
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8 Days Left Until @furryinvasion.bsky.social! 🎉🎉

RTFA is a Texas furry group about having fun, sharing community resources, and publishing educational zines. Look for our booth at #ACFI2025!
October 1, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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9 Days Left Until @furryinvasion.bsky.social! RTFA will be debuting our community information booth with local resources and zines to help YOU make #ACFI2025 your best con ever! See you there!
realtalkfurall.bsky.social Real Talk Fur All @realtalkfurall.bsky.social · Sep 24
Rooming Together (Zine C-01, Convention Series)

Rooming with new friends can be an exciting way to learn about one another! How do you make sure your space is safe and fun for all?

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Rooming with new friends can be an exciting way to learn about one another! How do you make sure your space is safe and fun for all? Communicate Ahead of Time. Who books the room? Who pays, how much, and when? Will there be parties, friends over, or anything else that might come as a surprise? Is anybody bringing anything potentially triggering? (Alcohol, other substances, adult items, etc.?) *Remember, everybody starts with a different idea of what a comfortable space is. Talk it out together, and if something makes you worried talk about it as soon as you feel it! Communicate At the Con. Create a group chat for the room and use it to share who is in the room and when to know what the vibe will be like when you return! If you’re ever not sure if something will be okay, ask! If you think something will be okay and it isn’t, apologize. *Remember, everyone is here to have a good time, including you! Your wants and needs matter, and all your friends’ do too! Be Responsible For Yourself. Do you get hangry? Bring food Do you need quiet time? Bring earplugs or headphones Do you have enough space for your belongings? Pack smart Do you need the bathroom first in the morning? Tell people! *Ask for what you need, and be ready to accommodate the needs of your roommates, too!
September 30, 2025 at 9:10 PM
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Our local meet last night was so much fun! We folded zines for #ACFI2025 and ate Okonomiyaki together. 💖
A table with two plates of Okonomiyaki and a bunch of folded zine pamphlets of community safety education for ACFI 2025
September 30, 2025 at 8:23 PM
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This is an amazing guide, #1 is great not just for homeless teens but for anyone that feels powerless and afraid as a queer person in the US and doesn't know where to start.
scarleteen.com Scarleteen @scarleteen.com · Sep 26
LGTBQ+ youth disproportionately experience homelessness compared to their straight and cis peers. In the US, up to 40% of unhoused youth identify as LGBTQ+.

That’s why this series was created - to provide support, essential tips, and resources to youth who are so often overlooked by the system.
September 27, 2025 at 1:49 AM
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Rooming Together (Zine C-01, Convention Series)

Rooming with new friends can be an exciting way to learn about one another! How do you make sure your space is safe and fun for all?

linktr.ee/realtalkfurall
Rooming with new friends can be an exciting way to learn about one another! How do you make sure your space is safe and fun for all? Communicate Ahead of Time. Who books the room? Who pays, how much, and when? Will there be parties, friends over, or anything else that might come as a surprise? Is anybody bringing anything potentially triggering? (Alcohol, other substances, adult items, etc.?) *Remember, everybody starts with a different idea of what a comfortable space is. Talk it out together, and if something makes you worried talk about it as soon as you feel it! Communicate At the Con. Create a group chat for the room and use it to share who is in the room and when to know what the vibe will be like when you return! If you’re ever not sure if something will be okay, ask! If you think something will be okay and it isn’t, apologize. *Remember, everyone is here to have a good time, including you! Your wants and needs matter, and all your friends’ do too! Be Responsible For Yourself. Do you get hangry? Bring food Do you need quiet time? Bring earplugs or headphones Do you have enough space for your belongings? Pack smart Do you need the bathroom first in the morning? Tell people! *Ask for what you need, and be ready to accommodate the needs of your roommates, too!
September 24, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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Genuine Consent (Zine F-02, Friendship Series)

Consent is an important part of all relationships between two people. What makes it genuine?

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Consent is an important part of all relationships between two people. What makes it genuine? What is Genuine Consent? Consent is communication. It is a two-way street, and means something different to everyone. Each person has their own communication styles and needs. What works for you or what has worked in the past might not be right for another person. Consent is not just for physical or romantic relationships, but for every relationship, every time. Genuine Means Informed. Both parties need to know what to expect before things start happening Aware of potential risks - Activity, Personal, Health, etc. Includes limits, boundaries, starting and stopping points. Genuine Means Sober. Both parties are in a clear state of mind and ordinary faculties. If planning to not be sober, consent comes before. Negotiating while inebriated is not genuine consent. *Includes being free of social pressures or coercive situations.
September 24, 2025 at 7:36 PM
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External Validation (Zine H-01, Happiness Series)

It feels good to be liked by others, but do I want it too much?

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It feels good to be liked by others, but do I want it too much? What is External Validation? External Validation is validation that comes from things outside of your control like jobs, friends, family, social media, and community members. *Internal Validation is confirming your beliefs, actions, and self-worth from within. It means living by your personal values and lets us accept our accomplishments and learn from our mistakes. How Does It Start? Many people receive too little validation in childhood. This hampers emotional awareness and the ability to regulate emotions. Symptoms include: Difficulty Trusting Others High Levels of Anxiety Fear of Rejection Unpredictable Behaviors Over-apologizing, or feeling like you've done something wrong when you haven't. Is External Validation Bad? External validation feels good, and is healthy in moderation! Validation from friends and loved ones gives us support and encouragement. It helps us celebrate our wins and fulfil our needs for community and socialization.
September 24, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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Cliques and Bullying (Zine F-01, Friendship Series)

When friends aren’t acting like friends, how can you tell? What should you do?

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When friends aren’t acting like friends, how can you tell? What should you do? What is Bullying? Bullying is when a person repeatedly and knowingly uses words or actions to cause distress to others. Often, a bully wants someone to feel powerless or helpless. A bully can be any gender, age, size, race, group, or identity. Bullying can be physical, verbal, or relational (attacking reputation and/or relationships.) What is a Clique? Cliques are a form of relational and social bullying. A clique is a group that leaves people out on purpose. They promote judgmental and bullying behaviors. Cliques stifle criticism, disagreements, and thoughts that go against their leader(s). Cliques use access, influence, and/or peer pressure to enforce their beliefs. Why are Cliques Formed? People lead cliques out of a desire for security, approval, and influence, which they attempt to gain by controlling others. People join cliques to find friends who are similar to them or have interests in common, and stay in them for a sense of belonging. Groups of friends can develop into cliques over time.
September 24, 2025 at 7:29 PM
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Handling Your Triggers (Zine B-01, Bravery Series)

We don’t always act how we’d like when we get triggered. How can you get the help you need?

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We don’t always act how we’d like when we get triggered. How can you get the help you need? 1: Pause and Breathe. Take the time you need to calm down, center yourself, and employ coping skills 2: Identify the Trigger. What was said or done that triggered you? Was it connected to a past experience, fear, or unmet need? What are the specific feelings that it made you feel? (sad, hurt, afraid, dismissed, etc.) 3: Examine Your Reaction. How did you respond in the moment? Was your reaction outsized for the situation? Were there underlying assumptions or stories you told yourself about the situation?
September 24, 2025 at 7:26 PM
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Real Talk Fur All is a Texas community support and education group started by furries, for furries. We believe that free education, honest communication, and radical acceptance are how our fandom will thrive.

Learn more about RTFA or join our social media channels today!
linktr.ee/realtalkfurall
Real Talk Fur All | Instagram | Linktree
is a Texas community support and education group started by furries, for furries. We believe in free education, honest communication, and radical acceptance.
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September 24, 2025 at 7:25 PM
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Rooming Together (Zine C-01, Convention Series)

Rooming with new friends can be an exciting way to learn about one another! How do you make sure your space is safe and fun for all?

linktr.ee/realtalkfurall
Rooming with new friends can be an exciting way to learn about one another! How do you make sure your space is safe and fun for all? Communicate Ahead of Time. Who books the room? Who pays, how much, and when? Will there be parties, friends over, or anything else that might come as a surprise? Is anybody bringing anything potentially triggering? (Alcohol, other substances, adult items, etc.?) *Remember, everybody starts with a different idea of what a comfortable space is. Talk it out together, and if something makes you worried talk about it as soon as you feel it! Communicate At the Con. Create a group chat for the room and use it to share who is in the room and when to know what the vibe will be like when you return! If you’re ever not sure if something will be okay, ask! If you think something will be okay and it isn’t, apologize. *Remember, everyone is here to have a good time, including you! Your wants and needs matter, and all your friends’ do too! Be Responsible For Yourself. Do you get hangry? Bring food Do you need quiet time? Bring earplugs or headphones Do you have enough space for your belongings? Pack smart Do you need the bathroom first in the morning? Tell people! *Ask for what you need, and be ready to accommodate the needs of your roommates, too!
September 24, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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scarleteen.com
We want to make sure that you know about -- and share -- some more safe direct help resources available on Scarleteen and elsewhere, as well as some content on our site that might now or soon be particularly relevant to you if you live in the United States. (1/9)
List of resources all of which are available in plain text in this post thread. List of resources all of which are available in plain text in this post thread. List of resources all of which are available in plain text in this post thread.
November 18, 2024 at 10:28 PM
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thespine.steampoweredgiraffe.com
Lot of protests today at capital buildings. For those who can’t do that, calling our representatives seems to be helpful.

You can get “5 Calls” app, put in your address, get a list of issues to pick from, then gives you a script to follow. 1 minute calls, super easy. Calls better than email.
‎5 Calls: Contact Your Congress
‎**As seen on MSNBC...**
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February 5, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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loreandordure.com
In case it helps someone:

The phrase “We don’t do / say that here” is immensely useful in managing people who feel emboldened to try to push boundaries and test behaviour norms in your spaces.
It’s a bland statement of fact, doesn’t contain an accusation, and can be used by anyone including peers.
February 1, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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Our website is up and we are live! Follow for event announcements, update information, and more!

Find out more about who we are, what we believe, and a link to our Telegram at www.realtalkfurs.org
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January 31, 2025 at 9:53 PM