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Effervescent public health researcher.
Candidate for Master of Public Health, BU School of Public Health ⚕️
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this is America, we will show up for our country. #50501 #nokingsonpresidentsday
A crowd of hundreds to thousands gathered in the icy Boston Common on 2/17/25 to protest the 47th presidential administration. A picture of the trans flag waved in protest in front of the Massachusetts State building.
February 17, 2025 at 11:01 PM
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Ren's Declassified Self Care Survival Guide Continued
FOUR BREATHE Breathing not only helps regulate stress and supports the central nervous system, it gives us back control of our own bodies. * Box Breath * Breathe in for 5, hold for 5, breathe out for 5, hold for 5, repeat * Reduces stress, increases focus * Alternate Nostril Breathing * Block of left nostril, exhale, inhale * Block of right nostril, exhale, inhale * Repeat * Reduces anxiety * 4-7-8 Breath * Inhale 4, hold 7, exhale 8 * For sleep + nervousness * Pursed Lip Breathing * Inhale normally, exhale through pursed lips like you're blowing on a hot drink * Reduces panic An image of flowers in the shape of lungs is to the right of the text FIVE CONNECT WITH COMMUNITY Connecting with community is essential for trans people, especially during challenging times when acceptance, safety, and understanding may feel uncertain. Now more than ever, coming together fosters strength, solidarity, and hope, reinforcing the message that trans lives are valuable, cherished, and resilient. • Art classes / groups • LGBTQ+ Community Centers • Writing circles • Peer-led support groups • Gay bars / dance clubs • Online forums • Music shows / open mics • Queer-owned coffee shops • Meditation circles • LGBTQ-friendly book stores • Book clubs • Gender affirming yoga classes • Gaming groups Two hands are shown touching on the right of the image SIX Support Trans Artists and Creators Supporting trans artists fosters cultural change by amplifying diverse voices and challenging outdated norms. Trans artists bring fresh narratives that encourage understanding, compassion, and inclusivity, allowing audiences to broaden their awareness and challenge biases. SUPPORT MY WORK AND HELP US GET TO ALL 50 STATES (save and share this post to get the word out) HERE TO PEE TRANS COMEDIANS RAISING FUNDS TO FIGHT ANTI-TRANS BATHROOM BILLS IN ALL 50 STATES An arrow points from support my work to "here to pee" Watercolors and paints are in the bottom left of the image. THANK YOU for your attention. Don't go anywhere. We need you for the fight that is to come. I love you and everything is going to be ok. A heart, a bookmark, and a speech bubble adorn the bottom of the image.
November 20, 2024 at 4:07 PM
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it's #TDOR aka Trans Day of Remembrance 2024 🏳️‍⚧️⚧️🕯️
A day to remember the siblings we have lost in the last year. Think of them today and remember: we will make it through this year.

Ren's Declassified Self Care Survival Guide below (cw suicide) not my guide I am just reposting
Ren's DECLASSIFIED SELF CARE SURVIVAL GUIDE @RenQComedy A trans pride flag is in front of a white background One DON'T FUCKING KILL YOURSELF HOT LINES IF YOU ARE IN CRISIS * Trans Lifeline * 877-565-8860 (US) * 877-330-6366 (Canada) * Trevor Project 877-565-8860 * Chat available also WARM LINES THAT DON'T CALL THE POLICE * Blackline * 800-600-5841 * BI&POC LGBTQ+ Black Femme Lens * Trans Lifeline * 877-565-8860 (US) * 877-330-6366 (Canada) * Wildflower Alliance Peer Support Line * 888-407-4515 * Trained peer support specialists * Thrive LifeLine * 313-662-8209 * Trans-led and operated * StrongHearts Native Helpline
844-762-8483 * Centers Indigenous folks TWO SHIFT TO NON-SCREEN ACTIVITIES * Reading / audiobook * Crocheting * Going outside * Crafting * Cleaning / tidying * Meditating * Exercising * Journaling An image of an iPhone with the screen off is pictured below the text. THREE REPEAT AFFIRMATIONS TO HELP YOU GET OUT OF A FIGHT OR FLIGHT STATE * "This is meant to upset me" * "I am safe, and this feeling of panic will subside" * "I am resilient and can bounce back from challenges." * "This too shall pass." * "I am allowed to feel, but I will not stay here forever." * "I am connected to a community of love, understanding, and light." * "It is my birthright to experience joy in this life." * "I am worthy of peace, joy, and fulfillment, just as I am." * "I am safe in my body, and I honor its journey and transformation." * "I am capable of finding peace in difficult moments." * "I trust in my ability to handle whatever comes my way." * "I choose to focus on what I can control and let go of the rest."
November 20, 2024 at 4:02 PM
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i think you guys need this. this is canelo
a chocolate la dog looking wide-eyed at the person taking the hoping for a treat. only the nose and eyes of the dog are visible.
November 15, 2024 at 2:04 AM
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did you guys know possums are immune to venom? #possumenthusiast
November 15, 2024 at 2:01 AM
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what am i reading?
Ring Shout by P. Djèlí Clark
Screenshot of an audio book cover at chapter one, a red background with a pair of black hands in front of a white pointed robe with holes cut out for eyes resembling a KKK robe.
November 15, 2024 at 1:31 AM