For #MotivationalMonday​ I celebrate the humongous effort by the Furs For Life Seattle team in raising over 18.5K for the Children's Miracle Network Hospitals. I was so glad to be a part of it!

Giving back to the community can take lots of forms, whether it's contributing monetary, time or service!

For #MotivationalMonday I talk about how it's OK to get nervous when you want things you've worked hard on to go well!

I still get nervous all the time, and I use that energy to help me do my best throughout the experience!

What's an experience you were nervous about recently? I wanna know! ^^

For #MotivationalMonday, turning back clocks means an extra bonus hour!

But if you *really* look at what you spend time on today, you might find a bonus hour more than just once a year!

What would you spend a bonus hour on? For me, it might be enjoying more music and dancing! How about you? :D

With the weather getting chillier, very little beats the deliciousness of a home cooked meal! For #MotivationalMonday I'm curious - what's a unique meal that you like preparing?

My unique dish? Spaghetti with corned beef instead of ground beef and brown sugar and chili powder in the tomato sauce!

For today's #MotivationalMonday, try motivating others by sharing a positive word of affirmation and appreciation!

Often a lot of what creators make gets thrown out into the void without feedback.

Like a piece of art, or a dance video, or a music mix? Let the person know - it could make their day!

I was involved with Fastest Furs Fall Fest speedrunning, which raised over $17K for Trans Lifeline!

I've heard we are protagonists of our story, NPCs of everyone else's. But NPCs can profoundly impact a story.

Be the best NPCs you can be for others. Lead with curiosity, gratitude, and kindness!

For #MotivationalMonday, I take a moment to enjoy the sunrise outside, and just take in the miracle of the moment. It's calming, grounding and helps fill me with gratitude.

Take opportunities to take it all in when you can! What's something that you like to do to give yourself moments of calm?

For #MotivationalMonday, I got my flu and COVID vaccines today - ouchie! But an important step to keeping my body safe and protected and to also keep those around me safe as well!

If you haven't gotten them yet, see if your local pharmacy welcomes walk ins, or schedule an appointment if necessary!

For #MotivationalMonday, I think about an image I've seen on social media of the MS Paper Clip saying that the ideal conditions we're waiting for before doing something might never happen.

So GO! Do the Thing! Whether it's joining a class, taking a trip, or seeing someone important. Don't wait!

For #MotivationalMonday, I remind you to walk through life with curiosity and an open mind - be open to new experiences and trying new things!

If that has you feeling nervous, reach out to someone to learn more! And if you're the recipient of a curious question, welcome it with gentle kindness.

For #MotivationalMonday I am thankful for being able to catch up with some buddies while I was at Furry Migration!

In a world of hustle and notifications and busy-ness, it was nice to just sit down and talk with a buddy 1-on-1 to share a chat!

When was last time you had a good chat with a buddy?

For #MotivationalMonday​, I encourage every buddy to ask for what they want, even if it takes a little bit of courage. You never know what might happen!

What's something that you'd wanna ask for, in work, in play, or in life, but maybe you might be too shy to ask? I believe in you - you can do it!

For #MotivationalMonday I reflect on how it can feel a little tough sometimes (especially nowadays) to bring your dreams to life.

But don't go it alone!

Find other people who are passionate about similar things as you - and collectively you can share experiences and figure things out together!

For #MotivationalMonday a good buddy's mom passed over the weekend 😟 A reminder that we never know when our time will be.

Maya Angelou said that people will never forget how you made them feel - Choose kindness and gratitude where you can!

What would you want people to remember after you're gone?

For #MotivationalMonday I think about how awesome it is to be able to use your imagination and create something! Art, music, sculpture, writing, games, dance... lots of ways people enjoy expressing themselves!

And you don't have to worry about it being perfect. Create for you. You deserve it! <3

It was so much fun at @anthroweekendutah.org last weekend! Thank you to the AWU team for a GREAT con!

When I got to see a buddy I haven't seen in years for lunch, I got my #MotivationalMonday idea!

If there's a buddy you haven't seen in a while, reach out! Be curious and share in their joy!

For #MotivationalMonday and sometimes that can get buddies feeling a little down or even scared if they prefer sunnier days.

Storms in your mind can also feel pretty scary, but they too will pass! Feeling that way is perfectly normal, just like the weather! Just breathe through. It'll get better :)

For #MotivationalMonday, I'm curious - what's something you do to express yourself creatively and feed yourself joy?

For some it's art, others it's photography, and yet others it's music!

Remember - it's OK to give yourself permission to do something you enjoy, just for yourself, not for others!

For #MotivationalMonday I talk about how powerful it can be to cheer each other on!

Sharing words of affirmation to recognize others' efforts, celebrate others' wins, and compliment others' creations doesn't cost anything!

And who knows, you might get some of that kindness reflected back to you :)