Ann Abbey Therapy

Trust your inner voice.
Your truth lives within you.
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It is that time of year. It is time to rest and take a break. It is important for everyone to take a break and recharge.

I will be out of the office from June 23 through July 2, 2023.

During that time, if you need to reach out please do so. I will return your message when I am back in the office. If it is an emergency, please call 911 or go to your local emergency room. If you are not in immeadiate danger, but would like someone to talk to, you can reach the National Su***de Prevention Line at 800-273-8255.

Pride 2023! May you have a space or a moment to celebrate yourself and all the beauty you offer the world by being who you are.

My wish for you is for you to be you, be loved and be safe.

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If you are feelings things related to recent events, it is okay to have feelings about it.

Whether you know someone at MSU's campus or not, are an alum or not, live in Michigan or live anywhere, have been directly or indirectly impacted by past mass shootings, if you are human...

How to take care of yourself and each other as you process this, again?

There is no right way to process the many thoughts and feelings. Do what you need.

If you need some ideas, swipe to the next slide or read post below.

Some Ideas...

-tune into yourself
-go gently
-limit time on social media
-Give yourself space to feel or not
-Talk to a friend or not
-talk about what happened or talk about something else instead
-go to work or stay home
-find a blanket and wrap yourself
-Make a cup of tea or glass of water

-Reach out for support.

Theme was rain/water.

I loved this theme. It spoke directly to my love of the water’s edge. I skipped the rain, leaned directly into the water and played with the waves. I also tried nearly identical paint on three different paper weights. I had been curious how the paper impacted things. It was fun to play and I learned a lot about which paper I prefer.

Reminders through art:
✨Lean into what you love
✨Be curious and explore
✨Play and have some fun

You just may learn something about yourself. ✨



🎨inspired by:

We are still painting. I find I look forward to it every night. All of us in the house have been battling winter illness these last few weeks. It’s a good reminder to slow down, do what we can and what’s left can wait. Rest and fluids most important.

I am still playing catch up. On work, on painting, on posting. Last week’s theme was night/light. I was pleasantly surprised how both of these turned out.

✨Remember, we can walk away and let things dry.

✨A new perspective is found when we can pause and then reflect.

✨We can offer ourselves and each other modifications - especially when we need them. My updated goal is 100 pieces in 100 days, while painting on the days that i am healthy.



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When we are open, we can be surprised by sparks.

I don’t like winter. My body gets uncomfortable in the cold. I want sun and warmth and softness. So I was conflicted about this past week’s theme of fall/winter. I let go and kept painting because watercolors bring me peace. I saw an image from where and did a live tutorial. I didn’t have time to watch but did my own inspired by it and was pleasantly surprised by my trees and my first attempt at people. I also attempted versions of trees that others do well. Many of those I need to work on - I may, I may not. However, I did find some winter trees that my soul said yes too. Inspired by a therapeutic weekend at the water back in early December, I found a way to love winter. From the warmth of the indoors, I sure do love these winter trees.

Day 15/100

Let’s talk perfectionism. Many of us struggle with it, including myself. One of the reasons I connected with watercolor was because it can not be controlled and the more I try, the more the piece resists.

I love my concept of the inspiration photo (2) AND I am continuing my search for tape that does not tear my paper/paint. I will not let it lessen my enjoyment of the process. Sitting down to paint every night has been good for me and that is success. Let’s adjust our idea of success to one we each choose, instead of the perfectionism’s need that was handed down to us.

Anyone with some tape suggestions, please send em my way.

I threw in a quick bonus piece that I did to hang in my bathroom (3).

6/100

It is a new year! I am glad you are here.

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This is a challenge I can get behind. I have been wanting to paint more regularly. It started unexpectedly at on Friday. Then I saw the loose and gentle challenge posted by an artist I follow .

My desire is to paint more, with no need to paint every day of the challenge. There is no pressure to produce, accomplish or achieve. Only permission to paint and play.

Thank you for being who you are & sharing your vulnerability. It was an honor to connect with you this year.

With gratitude,
Ann
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It is that time of year. It is time to take a break. It is important for everyone to take a break and recharge.

I will be out of the office from December 22, 2022 through January 3, 2023.

During that time, if you need to reach out please do so. I will return your message when I am back in the office. If it is an emergency, please call 911 or go to your local emergency room. If you are not in immeadiate danger, but would like someone to talk to, you can reach the National Su***de Prevention Line at 800-273-8255.
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Wishing you peace, joy & warmth throughout this holiday season.


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A reminder on how to show up for q***r folks during the holiday season. And everyday.

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Tips on how to show up and be supportive of the LGBTQIA+ community this holiday season and always.
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✨Offer to listen if they are feeling anxious about the holidays

✨Remind them it's okay to set boundaries with family & friends

✨Respect boundaries if they don't feel comfortable attending an event

✨Extend an invitation to join your holiday if it's a safe space

✨Don't assume they are out to all family & accidentally out them

✨Ask if there are certain topics off limits around other family or friends

✨Defend them if offensive comments or questions are made/asked

✨Avoid making gendered assumptions around dating & identity

✨Treat them with the same respect you would any other person

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✨If you are struggling or feel like you just need to talk, DM or call me at 248-554-7398.

What to do when the paint tape tears the paper? Surrender and accept that tape sucks. Find a different use for that tape. Try a different tape.

Sometimes you need to follow the permission you give to others. Permission to rest.

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I'll be be donating 30% of profits from each hoodie order directly to folks' gender-affirming surgery funds to help them get closer to their fundraising goal!

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Starting off by reminding you it can actually be very simple to support the trans kid in your life, if you just listen and show respect ok.

It's . Today, my trans kid turns 20. They came out at 11. We listened and supported them. These days, they lead a very normal existence. This is what tends to happen when we affirm trans kids: they grow into trans adults and go on about their lives. The end.

We Voted!
Let's keep showing up for human rights!
Our work does not end here.
Keep having the hard conversations.
Keep advocating for your loved ones.
Keep standing with humans you know and humans you don't.
Keep fighting for human rights.
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like your loved one's rights depend on it.

Because they do. You may be directly affected by today's election results. You may not. If not, use your vote anyway. Your loved one's rights depend on it.


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For those that don’t know… adoptees can be and are pro-choice. We are not evidence for someone else's cause. We support every human's right to healthcare and to their own bodies.

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Protect lives of your loved ones. Protect reproductive rights in Michigan. VOTE tomorrow!!!! VOTE YES on Proposal 3!!

Reproductive rights are human rights!!!







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You know your truth.

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You are one of a kind.

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You grow more and more each day.

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Love yourself with the same passion as you love others.

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You deserve to be loved by someone who sees the real you.

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Stop saying sorry for being who you are.

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Release thoughts of comparison.

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Be the person you want to be.

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