Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 15hOh wow, haven't heard of that happening before! Good to keep in mind. I usually take my blanket off or push it to the side before I'm about to sleep as sometimes waking up under it can feel a bit unusual 000
Reposted by Heather 🌻Mick van Breukelen @mcvb.eu · 11/10/2026I am not the biggest fan of micro blogging. There's too much noise in the feed, and writing is too restricted. However. Sharing updates related to an actual blog.. That's interesting! And I am starting today: Read my first blog in which I share the why and how of my website. mcvb.eu/blog/introdu...mcvb.euIntroducing mcvb.eu — mcvb.euOver the last couple of years, I've had multiple I should write about this thoughts. But I never did, because I didn't have the infrastructure for it. And writing on LinkedIn, on… 232
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 20hGreat idea, can relate! I tend to ramble and I enjoy the freedom of doing that in one long blog post rather than split between several social media posts. It's nice to establish our own corner of the internet. Good luck with your blog, I'm excited to read more! 100
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 20hMy optimistic take on the future of the internet that eventually everyone will be sick of soulless AI content and will seek out blogs that are raw and personal, which is something no AI can replicate or replace 🤖 #blogging 000
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 12/10/2026Check out my new and improved blog! Would love to hear any thoughts about it 😊 gettingtoknowourselves.comgettingtoknowourselves.comSelf-Help Rooted in Research - Getting To Know OurselvesA blog that gives readers tips, tricks, reassurance, and advice, all backed by scientific discoveries and breakthrough studies. 020
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 12/10/2026My blog is gettingtoknowourselves.com (yes, new domain, woo!) and I'm already publishing some posts there! 010
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 12/10/2026Well, it's been a while since I last posted 😅 Life happens. I got really busy and overwhelmed, so I took time away from my blog. Part of me wishes I stuck with it, but I was getting incredibly burnt out, so it was probably the best decision. The good news is I'm back now and ready to start over! 📝 100
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 27/03/2025You don't have to just wait for inspiration to strike. Instead, you can find ways to inspire yourself! Here are a few of my favorite sources of inspo - 🌄 gettingtoknowourselves.net/the-best-sou...gettingtoknowourselves.netThe Best Sources of Inspiration to Spark Your CreativityDiscover the best sources of inspiration to help you stay creative and unlock ideas, solutions, and new ways of thinking. 010
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 24/03/2025Believing in myself has been the hardest thing I've had to do 130
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 19/03/2025Can you truly fake confidence? If so.... How can you act more confident than you actually feel? Let's talk about it in my latest blog! gettingtoknowourselves.net/how-to-look-...gettingtoknowourselves.netHow to Look Confident Even When You’re NervousLearn how to look confident even if you’re not with simple and practical tips you can use in your daily interactions. 010
Reposted by Heather 🌻film-authority.com @film-authority.bsky.social · 13/03/2025Interesting...when I was a kid, I used to empty the clothes out of my wardrobe and sleep under the lot of them; I found the weight comforting! 121
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 13/03/2025Yess, I did similar when I was younger! It's called deep pressure stimulation, where we apply firm, gentle pressure to take us out of fight or flight mode It's also why a pet on our lap or a tight hug can be so soothing 😊 110
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 13/03/2025Did you know? Weighted blankets can reduce stress, anxiety, and even chronic pain. Whenever I need to feel more grounded and calm, I crawl under my weighted blanket like a hibinating bear 🐻 Perhaps one will be your next self-care purchase! gettingtoknowourselves.net/the-benefits...gettingtoknowourselves.netThe Benefits of Weighted Blankets [My Personal Experience]Discover the main benefits of weight blankets and decide whether it’s worth buying one to help you sleep, relax, and even relieve pain. 220
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 11/03/2025Major props to anyone who DOESN'T have anxiety or just a general sense of impending doom Seems near impossible during the current state of things Hope the sun rises soon #stayhealthy #mentalhealthawareness 030
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 10/03/2025The sweaty climb to reach such waterfalls is *ahem* not so enjoyable... But, we have to give a little to take a little when it comes to our beautiful world, right? 020
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 10/03/2025Do you know that feeling to sitting at your desk trying to *force* an idea, solution, or just a spark of creativity? For fresh, inspired ideas, try diffuse thinking 💭 Find out what diffuse thinking is and how to activate it in my latest article - gettingtoknowourselves.net/what-is-diff...gettingtoknowourselves.netWhat is Diffuse Thinking? Trigger It to Boost Your CreativityFind out what diffuse thinking is and check out simple ways to trigger this mental state to improve your creativity. 100
Reposted by Heather 🌻Ziznich @ziznich.bsky.social · 05/03/2025A great entry to the blog today, a fantastic read to get away from the commuting doom scroll on my way to work. Whilst I make videos which are focused around me talking a lot, I struggle with public speaking a lot. It's very different behind a screen with 100 cuts. 021
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 04/03/2025It's a topic that really reasonates with me as someone with social anxiety, and I've done a lot of research to find tips that are actually helpful rather than sticking to generic advice So, don't worry, I won't be telling you to imagine your audience in their underwear 010
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 04/03/2025Your descriptions are just as captivating as your photographs 🌅 110
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 04/03/2025Glad you like it! I'll definitely be making more🐙 010
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 04/03/2025My newest article is for anyone struggling with public speaking. I'm not just talking about big speeches or presentations, but even regular interactions that cause nerves 🎤🎙️ So, if you're looking for easy tips for public speaking, check it out - gettingtoknowourselves.net/five-simple-...gettingtoknowourselves.netFive Simple Public Speaking Tips for BeginnersLearn how these simple public speaking tips for beginners can help you build confidence and shake off your anxiety when talking publicly. 110
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 03/03/2025👏🏻 getting off Instagram was a game changer for me, and Facebook is next 010
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 03/03/2025New hobby alert 🚨 I'll try not to go overboard with buying yarn and accessories, buuutttt making this little octo has made my Monday bearable 🐙 110
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 28/02/2025Another Friday appears I'm super glad to get through another work week But it's kinda deflating knowing I spend 70% of the week waiting for the other 30% 021
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 27/02/2025Today is definitely a day *sigh*media.tenor.coma dog laying on a couch looking out a window with the words viralhog written below itALT: a dog laying on a couch looking out a window with the words viralhog written below it 011
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 27/02/2025My cat always seems to know when I'm getting tense. She'll sneak over and just flop herself on me 🐱 Pet cuddles are a great example of deep pressure stimulation, which can ease our anxiety and help us relax Read more about it in my latest blog: gettingtoknowourselves.net/what-is-deep... 040
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 27/02/2025Most of the time I have a pretty good idea why I'm anxious But sometimes I don't know what's making me feel that way. The 'there are enemies nearby' music is just louder some days. 020
Reposted by Heather 🌻Jonathan Edward Durham @thisone0verhere.bsky.social · 26/02/2025After you acquire a billion dollars you should have to start the game over at a higher difficulty level 1372659
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 26/02/2025Looking to find the level of peace and contentment my cat has on a fluffy blanket #selfcarecat 040
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 26/02/2025Very concerning.. I do feel that younger generations need to be explicitly taught how to fact-check and shown the importance of finding sources for information 020
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 26/02/2025media.tenor.coma man in a blue shirt and tie is pointing at a bulletin board with a lot of papers on it .ALT: a man in a blue shirt and tie is pointing at a bulletin board with a lot of papers on it . 020
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 26/02/2025Behold, my little ring holder cactus, made from air-dry clay, a screw, and some tinfoil! 🌵 I love him of course. This is one of my first clay projects, and was pretty simple to do I talk about clay sculpturing and other easy hobbies in my lastest blog gettingtoknowourselves.net/10-easy-hobb... 000
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 25/02/2025I mention this in one of my latest blogs about how inspiration works You can read it here - gettingtoknowourselves.net/how-does-ins...gettingtoknowourselves.netHow Does Inspiration Work? [Start Getting Inspired]Discover how inspiration works, explore the psychology behind it, and learn practical strategies to break through creative blocks and spark your creativity 000
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 25/02/2025Cool fact of the day The ancient Greeks referred people who inspired others as 'muses'... And the word 'museum' comes from the Greek 'mouseion, which was a sacred place dedicated to the muses 🖼️ #themoreyouknow 110
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 24/02/2025So.. *drumroll* here it is! gettingtoknowourselves.net My self-improvement blog ❤️🩹 I'll post a new blog every week, and I really appreciate anyone who takes a few minutes to check it out This is the first step of a long journey for me, and I can't wait to share my experiences with you all! 040
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 24/02/2025I started checking out studies, forums, and searched wherever I could for answers. I've learnt a lot in that time, and finally, I'm staying to put it all together to share with others After a few months of writing some blogs and creating my website, I've finally launched it! 010
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 24/02/2025The past few years I've been really trying to improve myself. I wanted to be more productive, fulfilled, and motivated. I was sick of listening to surface-level 'advice' and I decided to take a deeper dive into our minds. That way I could find out what has been *proven* to help people like me. 210
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 23/02/2025Yes! I use to be really arty as a teen but then drifted away from it due to social pressures etc. Now I'm back painting every weekend and it's been so fun and healing Young me would be so proud 010
Reposted by Heather 🌻erika @yeeeerika.bsky.social · 23/02/2025enough with ‘your 30s are for’ my 30s are for rediscovering everything i used to love and realizing 14 year old me was kinda onto something 1240081
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 20/02/2025The BEST thing I did this year was start a personal project (my blog). I love nurturing something and putting my all into it. It's *mine* and I don't have to worry about anyone else's input. Even if I get 0 views or success, it's still mine, and I can't put into words how special that is 010
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 18/02/2025Never before have I seen such 'spiky' snow... It even sounded like little shards of glass when I walked over it! 030
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 18/02/2025Another walk to clear my head #wanderingmind #mountains 040
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 12/02/2025The best part about 'healthy' baking is that you usually need way less ingredients (and skill) to bake something that's still really tasty 🥞🍰 000
Heather 🌻 @knowourselves.bsky.social · 27/01/2025Monday's are especially important for self care Go easy on yourself 000