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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Had my first Chicago dog this week from Relish. “Dragged thru the garden” I think is the phrase? This formerly mustard only guy is a convert!

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Solitaire. Ready to face #caturday Although she prefers not to walk on carpets…

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I’ve struggled with what to share this anniversary of #9/11. I lived in NYC. I had a heartbreaking view that morning from the Manhattan Bridge On that darkest day, my boyfriend walked to my apartment and we said our first “I love you” We are still married. Don’t wait. Say the words. Do the thing.

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Saturday morning beauty parlor. Hair and nails today. They love it and line up for it. #caturday

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

In the midst of the 500 year storms we got what is now a once in 500 years perfect July weekend. Even the humidity is low! 🥰🙏 #fairharbor #fireisland #climatechange

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

Happy Caturday!! Finding our light with Domino and Solitaire (named after the Bond girls). They both wanted cuddles with dad, purring in unison. 🥰 #caturday #jamesbond #bondgirls

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Snacks @snacks59.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

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Paul Byrne @theplanetaryguy.com · 19/05/2026

The eruption of Mount St. Helens, seen shortly after 8:32 am Sunday, 18 May 1980, probably along the forest roads of Gifford Pinchot National Forest. The photographer, Richard Lasher, survived the eruption that killed approximately 57 others.

A view down a narrow, unpaved road with the Mount St. Helens eruptive column framed in the middle. A car and motorbike are in the foreground.

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Sandra Newman @sannewman.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

AI CEO GIVING COMMENCEMENT SPEECH: Find a way to say yes to AI, in the vain hope of being spared from the fires in which we will soon incinerate humanity *boos sounding through the auditorium* AI CEO: (chuckling indulgently) Well, well, I didn't expect that reaction. I guess you don't like science

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

Enough.💔 This is beyond disturbing. It’s a painful but necessary read (gift article) Actions we can take: 1- get Olin’s story out 2 - call your representatives and demand an investigation - 202-224-3121 is the Capitol switchboard. 3- thank Reps Garcia and Ramirez for asking q’s 🙏 wapo.st/439XGwm

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She was deported without her toddler. Then ICE blamed her for his killing.

ICE accused Wendy Hernandez Reyes of leaving her child with a violent uncle, but she says her son would still be alive if officers hadn’t detained and deported her.

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Angry @angrystaffer.bsky.social · 17/05/2026

It’s really hard to describe how insane this story is. Of course Patel went snorkeling over the USS Arizona - that’s what happens when you put an irreverent internet troll in charge of a government agency. Disrespectful assclown.

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Democrat Cats @democratcats.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Morning Kitten/Mother’s Day edition

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Brian Stelter @brianstelter.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

Today's special edition of Reliable Sources: Paying tribute to Ted cnn.it/4ncMlVF

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Colorado Socialist ☭🏳️‍⚧️ 🏳️‍🌈 ♿ @leftwardswing.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Now THIS is quite a quote. Right on the bullseye 🎯 "Conservatism is the rejection of empathy for others. Once an issue affects them personally, they adopt the progressive position." --Unknown

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a woman in a red shirt is sitting in a chair and making a funny face with the words that 's it below her

ALT: a woman in a red shirt is sitting in a chair and making a funny face with the words that 's it below her

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

Surgery recovery #caturday Domino giving some love and comfort.

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Fred Guttenberg @fredguttenberg.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

If you were horrified watching elected leaders run & scramble because of gun violence, just imagine how my daughter Jaime felt in school running from an active shooter before she was killed. Now, become a part of the solution & only vote for people determined to address gun violence in America.

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Mrs. Betty Bowers @mrsbettybowers.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Notice how the most celebrated and successful space mission in *decades* was run by at least 50% “DEI hires”—not all white men? And not even all Americans. Maybe diversity *is* strength . . .

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 11/04/2026

Amazing! Thanks Artemis II crew for showing us the way!

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

An astronaut yawned from 175,000 miles away. I yawned back. Twice. Contagious yawning is involuntary empathy — your nervous system mirrors another’s experience. Distance doesn’t matter. Screens don’t matter. Your brain just does it. This is a feature of being human. Did you yawn watching this? 🥱

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

The best and worst of humanity is always on display but rarely as clearly drawn as we’ve seen this week. Who do we want to be? Thanks Artemis II and Integrity ❤️ readingbetweenthelines.beehiiv.com/p/moon-or-sw...

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The Moon or the The Swamp

Same night. Same planet. Same species.

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Harlow’s Musings @harlowsmusings.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Ana Navarro didn’t hold back, calling it disgraceful for a president, in the middle of a war, to attack a decorated veteran while having dodged service himself. She framed it as a pattern of cruelty, unchecked impulses, and reckless rhetoric.

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

Happy St Patrick’s Day Chocolate Guinness Cake by @nigella.bsky.social Absolutely delish - easy to make, lots of flavor, moist and chocolate for days! 🥰 #marchmonthlybake

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

Four managers shaped how I work and lead. Nancy. Kathy. Nati. Candy. Their lesson: take the work seriously. But don’t take it all so seriously. Which women shaped you in the workplace? Reply with a name and one thing they gave you 💙 Happy International Women’s Day #iwd2026 #womeninleadership

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 07/03/2026

Solitaire lolling on a #caturday Saturday. Which isn’t too different from any other day. For a cat. 🤔

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

Anyone else get the survey from Instagram about awareness and feelings toward their teen user policies? Came to me on Friday. Clearly linked to the trial in LA. @karaswisher.bsky.social @pivotpod.bsky.social

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Empathy is a feature, not a bug, in our “operating system” and foundational to Christianity. Is it a surprise that Evangelicals sold their souls to their own devil for power and acquiring wealth. Gift link Christians Against Empathy Aren’t Who They Think They Are www.nytimes.com/2026/02/19/o...

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Opinion | Christians Against Empathy Aren’t Who They Think They Are

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

This might be controversial but… 99.6% of therapists say news consumption negatively affects patients mental health. Our brains don’t distinguish watch the emotional suffering of others and our own. It can leave our nervous system overwhelmed and for HSPs it goes deeper. What’s your experience?

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

The dawn of conscience… Oz Offers Forceful Call for Vaccination as Measles Becomes More Dire www.nytimes.com/2026/02/09/w...

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Oz Offers Forceful Call for Vaccination as Measles Becomes More Dire

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Will the media just feed the 3 million pages of the Epstein files into AI for a synthesis? Imagine the prompt: digest and synthesize this and deliver a ten word headline. Are they ready for this moment? #epsteinfiles #chatgpt #anthropic #gemini

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

I still remember the howls of laughter in the theater during the fake orgasm scene. At the time, we had never seen anything so honest like that on film. The long establishing shot after the zinger was filled with sound of the audience still laughing loudly. #TCMWatchParty #WhenHarryMetSally

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

20 words that try to describe how I felt watching Alex Pretti’s murder. Additions welcome… Aghast Horrified Shocked Dismayed Disturbed Alarmed Angry Agitated Disgusted Sad Sickened Pissed Off Perturbed Mortified Murder (I’ve witnessed…) Extremists Inexcusable Shameful Sham Shambolic

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

The news doesn’t stay outside the workplace. This week’s Reading Between the Lines reflects on how leaders can meet their teams with empathy after deeply unsettling events—without forcing agreement or silence. youtu.be/XwFZosz_hbs?...

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When the News Follows Us Into Work

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 17/01/2026

Caturday means a trip to the vet for the monthly Solensia shots for our senior trio. Noticed an improvement I. Their arthritic hips each time.

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

Heading to Salt Lake City for a segment in the morning on Good Things Utah about toxic empathy. Any one experienced this where they over empathize with one side and not the other?

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

Happy New Year everyone! Wishing all great things for 2026. ❤️🙏 I want to get tired of all the winning this year. 😏

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

It’s like how we are attracted to the bad boys when they make the worst partners. Great piece from @adamgrant.bsky.social (gifted - enjoy!) Why We Fall for Narcissistic Leaders, Starting in Grade School www.nytimes.com/2025/12/29/o...

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Opinion | Why We Fall for Narcissistic Leaders, Starting in Grade School

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 28/12/2025

Nice #2 on my 2025 Empathy Naughty & Nice List: Ahmed al-Ahmed stepping in during violence to protect others. Empathy isn’t soft. Sometimes it’s courageous.

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Rob, Empathy Activist, Author @empathyactivist.bsky.social · 27/12/2025

Who benefits when we are afraid? This is Naughty No. 2 on my 2025 Empathy Naughty & Nice List: Fear-based politics. Fear shuts down curiosity and turns people into threats instead of humans. Politicians weaponize empathy to foment fear so we vote for them and they keep control.

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