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Violet Coal

@violetcoalwrites.bsky.social
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Working-class writer. ND sex worker. Sharing stories of survival, trauma, & triumph. Crafting essays, fiction & more. Trying to thrive not survive. Words not body. She/her.

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Disability News Service @johnpring.bsky.social · 13/03/2026
Ministers are facing questions over why the Department for Work and Pensions is using a screening process to filter out potential recruits with health conditions while repeatedly complaining that too many disabled and older people are not in jobs. #DWP www.disabilitynewsservice.com/concern-over...
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Concern over ‘Fit4Jobs’ questionnaire that filters out DWP recruits with health conditions
Ministers are facing questions over why the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is using a strict screening process to filter out potential recruits with health conditions, while repeatedly comp…
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
Thank you... it was a huge head-fuck tbh but I'm recovering well enough and feeling positive. Hard life things have stabilised a lot and should continue to do so now, especially with improving health 🫶
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Owen Jones @owenjones.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
This is a massive scandal. Labour has invented a made-up tactical vote organisation to trick Gorton and Denton into voting for them. How can this even be legal?
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
I'm very grateful for the 6 gifts that have been kindly bought for my children 🥰
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
Truly does. In the process they also build trust with potentially traumatised patients. that is wonderful. I'm going to write to the practice about how much more accessible health care is to me because of this GP. I feel it is so important for them to hear how their attitudes can do so much.
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
He said "I'm not ruling out that they may be related to ongoing issues. But you need an ultrasound scan - because they may not be related." This dr is the first GP i have met who has taken my health seriously, actually chased me up on things, and genuinely seemed like he knows what he is doing.
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
in the sand for a long time, ignoring what I had worried were concerning symptoms. Just stress, phew.l! Or maybe not. To my surprise, my usual GP - a different DR - rang me the next day. "Mildly anaemic? No, much more than that. I'm prescribing supplements." And about my period issues - (3/4)
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
about how they dont supply anything that will help me here. Just said i'd grab my own iron tablets from a supermarket, as it seemed he was hinting at me. I told him about issues i've had with my periods recently. He said they were down to stress. A relief to hear after I had buried my head (2/4)
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
My gp is amazing. I had blood tests recently. Another doctor called, not my usual. He said i'm mildly anaemic - my choice if I get supplements. Asked if my diet changed, I said we are temporarily reliant on foodbanks. "Ok. Just eat more veg and red meat." I didn't bother saying anything (1/4)
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 17/12/2025
UC have been difficult but I supposedly get UC on 22nd. I dont know how much. They're still moving goal posts. It's hard. On my gift list, I have decorations, gifts i wish I could buy my children, & some of their safe foods. Please consider helping, if you can. www.amazon.co.uk/registries/g...
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Christmas list - Violet and family | Amazon Gift List
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
Another, I have 2 amazing, super-smart friends who give me strength and support. Lastly, I need to get my kids as far away from this repulsive oppressive bullshit as I can. I have to be noisy even when I dont want to be.
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
Thankfully, I have some privileges on my side. One being that I barely drink, because when I do I binge. I'm aware of how my family used alcohol as a coping mechanism & were systemically & societally blamed for their miserable existences. I'm triggered by this blame, so I mostly avoid drink.
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
He never had a chance of appealing, the system designed to make that too difficult for a disabled alcoholic. He died malnourished, 30yo. He begged them to help him. I used to think it was the tories (a victim of austerity.) Now I experience Labour actively pushing me into the same places.
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
I cleared out my brothers insect-infested room after he died in a squalid little bedsit. I discovered endless shopping lists, food he wished he could eat, & letters he scrawled in reply to the job centre's cold & callous letters where they had deemed him a liar and announced his benefits were gone.
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 15/12/2025
I have had to claim UC again recently during a period of ill health. They've been monstrous to deal with. It has felt they have actively done anything they can to make applying as difficult as possible. Assuming I survive, I have a fire in belly and a lot of receipts. Fuck that system.
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Kelly @broadwaybabyto.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
The regime wants to gut the law that allows women to get loans and mortgages without needing a male co signor. This can’t be allowed to happen. Without financial freedom, women become trapped with their fathers & husbands. They become property again.
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
violetcoalwrites.wordpress.com Here is my blog, @workingclasshistory.com
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Claiming Power in Pleasure
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 11/12/2025
🥰🥰 thank you so much!!
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 06/12/2025
I've been blocked from seeing my kids again this weekend. My ex is probably a psychopath (i know it is a term that is overused but not this in this case, imo) Please. It you can help me access christmas with my children, I will repay as soon as i can, either back personally or pay it forward.
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nora "the tea kobold" rude (they/them ze/hir) @nora.zone · 05/12/2025
im starting a rumor that pantone has beef with an ink company and that's why they did this
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
Wow!
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Charley Hall @charleyhallart.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
🐎 KELPIE 🐎 Also known as and related to water horses and backahast - one of my favourite mythological creatures. If you choose to ride a kelpie, I hope you're good at holding your breath. #digitalart #artsky #kelpie #illustration #fantasyart
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
I hope they do not shut you down again
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
This is my friend motaz, his page got shut down because of how this place operates. This is his new account and he needs support.
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Maika Monroe is a phenomenal actor i love her so much.
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 03/12/2025
I feel so defeated atm
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
I hope people who can help will support this family to keep their power going
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💜 QUOTE POST TO UPLIFT MA! Reposts got nerfed by Bsky @hoydenspark.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
Black mom of 6 about to lose power in wintery DC! Please help the #SnackKids keep their electricity on! PP: lexis0805 VM: yeah_imlexx +Share if you can't spare +Reply & repost to uplift this #MutualAid request 💕💸Send what you can to #KeepFolksAlive #MABoost #HelpFolksLive2025 #BIPOCMA
Graphic is a photo of an electricity bill with personal details covered. It shows the amount due in red, as 392.65 and threatens to cut off the power if the full amount is not paid by December 8th 2025. Text overlaid says 'Black mom of 6 needs to keep the power on! Anything helps tysm!' with a purple heart emoji. You are directed to support via PP: lexis0805 and VM: yeah_imlexx
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
Thank you
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 30/11/2025
Thanks so much for the shares and donations. I've had a quiet and peaceful weekend with my kids. I really love this painting by my daughter, inspired by the show Uncanny. I only have a WIP from my son's Ender dragon drawing but i'll get a photo of the finished piece tomorrow because it is amazing!
Drawing and painting of mysterious character in red cloak. No features  visible
Drawing of minecraft ender dragon
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Emma Monk @monkemma.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
Wow - this guy must be really, REALLY bad with money if an extra £208 per month will “ruin” his retirement. Let’s take a look at his situation based on what he told the @Telegraph Because this does NOT add up! No, this is not a “poor pensioner” scrabbling around for pennies… 🧵1/9
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 29/11/2025
I know you cannot use the phone but I know a couple here who will make calls for you. Domestic abuse helplines and as mentioned previously the local council, did you ever manage to email them?
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
I haven't stopped working for weeks. I'm learning to juggle my work with my health conditions but I will not begin to see much income until after Christmas. I'm escaping domestic abuse which has left me in very restricted conditions. More of my journey is here www.gofundme.com/f/help-a-mum...
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Donate to Help a Mum Rebuild a Safe, Stable Home for Her Children, organized by Violet Coal
My name is Violet. I’m a mum of two autistic children. I am a surv… Violet Coal needs your support for Help a Mum Rebuild a Safe, Stable Home for Her Children
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
Please share to help us ❤️
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Dr. Glenn Patrick Doyle @drdoylesays.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
You are not "failing" if a recovery tool many people find useful doesn't seem to work for you. Everybody's nervous system, trauma, & recovery needs are unique. Don't get in your head about how your recovery contrasts to others-- just focus on YOUR next recovery supporting choice.
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
Your faithfully, A Dog
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Saigonbond @ogsaigonbond.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
After testing toys powered by AI, researchers found that the playthings can easily verge into risky conversational territory for children, including telling them where to find knives in a kitchen and how to start a fire with matches. Merry Christmas children! 🔪🔥💀🎄 futurism.com/artificial-i...
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AI-Powered Toys Caught Telling 5-Year-Olds How to Find Knives and Start Fires With Matches
AI-powered toys are flying off the shelves -- but they're engaging in horrifically inappropriate conversations with children.
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
But my children deserve some sort of Christmas experience with their mother. Please consider helping us. These four gifts on my list that are reduced dramatically would be fantastic gifts for my kids. I cannot afford to get them, even at their reduced cost. They will be up in price again soon.
Furby toy £27.49 down from £59.99 in black friday amazon deal/ Vatos Science kit £39.99 down from £59.99.mysteries of universe book £8 from £20Leaprfrog kids hoover 24.99 from 37.99
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
It isn't small to us. Thank you so much. It helps us and supports us and I'm very grateful.
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The ALEX Project @ask4alex.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
How to combat SWer burnout part 7
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Thank you for sharing and to everyone else who has
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Please consider helping us. Purchasing a gift or some christmas decorations - there are tinned goods and house supplies on my gift list also as the food bank parcels don't feed us. I'm really sorry to ask, but I have to. Any gift at all will help us so, so much. www.amazon.co.uk/registries/g...?
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Christmas list - Violet and family | Amazon Gift List
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
I haven't stopped working for weeks. I'm learning to juggle my work with my health conditions but I will not begin to see much income until after Christmas. I'm escaping domestic abuse which has left me in very restricted conditions. More of my journey is here www.gofundme.com/f/help-a-mum...
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Donate to Help a Mum Rebuild a Safe, Stable Home for Her Children, organized by Violet Coal
My name is Violet. I’m a mum of two autistic children. I am a surv… Violet Coal needs your support for Help a Mum Rebuild a Safe, Stable Home for Her Children
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
But my children deserve some sort of Christmas experience with their mother. Please consider helping us. These four gifts on my list that are reduced dramatically would be fantastic gifts for my kids. I cannot afford to get them, even at their reduced cost. They will be up in price again soon.
Furby toy £27.49 down from £59.99 in black friday amazon deal/ Vatos Science kit £39.99 down from £59.99.mysteries of universe book £8 from £20Leaprfrog kids hoover 24.99 from 37.99
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
were in a homeless hostel after being finally removed from a house we'd been forced to stay in. The property was in such dire condition that it was condemned by the council. We lost everything, damaged by mould & damp. We had to start again & it has been an uphill battle. Christmas is a privilege,
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CakenSun☀️🍰( CMS OPEN ) @cakensun.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
This time of year is always the hardest emotionally for me. So the games that I'll be re-playing are going to be connected to cycles of Greif, death and life. I may not finish them but I will be lost in the soundtracks and Atmospheres~
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รℓσαɳε ℓყรɓεƭɦ @sloanelysbeth.northsky.social · 26/11/2025
yes.
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
I honestly feel us vulnerables need some sort of a buddy system so we aren't left alone with NHS staff. This is despicable.
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Violet Coal @violetcoalwrites.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Another awful experience with the NHS here. At such a vulnerable time... Wtf is it with classist, ableist health 'care' staff?
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