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Therese

@ruecler.bsky.social

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Lover of nature, photographer, artist. Meditation and the quiet life. News junkie on the side, passionate about our democracy. Former Oncology nurse and cancer survivor. #angret

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Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Nov 6

we all need to take a breath. Focus on what's important near you. Loved ones, animals, the beauty of nature. Sometimes it's the small things that will save us.

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Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · 19h

Sometimes it’s easy to fall into the outrage machine. I have quite frequently. But remember to come back within to the place where peace resides. Take a breath, notice the beauty around. Reset. #peace #meditation #photography
below: Devils Lake Oregon

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Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · 28d

When we sit, breathe and take in the present moment, we have arrived to ourselves. Relax
The biggest gift to yourself is being present, even if just for a few moments. And in that moment send love and compassion to yourself! #meditation #ohotography #metta
below: Rialto beach Olympic NP

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Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Aug 14

Hoh Rainforest , Olympic National Park.
Like being in a cathedral. Have a peaceful evening.
#photography
#forestbathimg

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Aug 8

Take a moment to immerse yourself in what’s around you. Find one thing of beauty to notice. It’s there if you look or listen. Have a peaceful day.
#meditation
#flowers

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Aug 8

I haven’t been on media much. Every time I do,I have to deal with the creeping despair I feel. Sometimes hope seems rather elusive. Then I have to remember to go back to the breath and take a dip in nature. It helps.
Below Ruby Beach Washington
#meditation #nature #photography

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Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Jun 14

To all you brave souls showing up tomorrow in whatever way you can, may you be safe and free from harm. May you be peaceful. Thank you for supporting democracy #noKings #democracy

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Jun 12

One of the absolute joys of this season is the blooms. Colors, scents, the architecture of nature. Take a moment if you can, to go outside and drink it in. #photography #meditation #flowers

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Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · May 3

Happy Saturday! Now is a good time to take a break from the news.
Take a long slow breath & focus on the beauty around you. Have a peaceful day, wherever you are.
#meditation #peace #photography
Below: wisteria, Berkeley

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Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Apr 30

Take heart, these are trying times, but find your center. Keep up the good work protesting, writing letters, volunteering. We are in this together. It is noticed. This is our strength.

below: Redwood trees, strong & lasting.

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Apr 16

In these turbulent times, it is helpful to develop resilience.
One way is to start a daily gratitude practice.
There is always something to be grateful for. The fact that you can breathe air, feel a breeze on your cheek is a miracle.
Below:Sabino Canyon #meditation #peace #photography

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Apr 15

We are going to have to keep taking to the streets peacefully to stop what’s going on. Trump now talking with El Salvadore to send more people and “home growns” to their prisons. If this does not scare you, it should. they won’t stop at brown people. look up Russian Gulags. #protest

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Apr 14

I hope all those REI execs are voted out of their positions. They are a disgrace to what that company stands for.

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Apr 6

Proud of all the people who showed p for today’s protest in Portland Oregon. Many many seniors there. We have to keep doing this. #protests

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Apr 3

often it seems very hard to embrace the now, but this is the way.
Have a peaceful day.

Below: the cascades peeking up through the clouds. #meditation.
#peace #photography

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Mar 14

The wonder of nature never ceases to thrill me and helps take my disquiet down a few notches.
Don’t forget we have amazement if we just look out our windows or go to any place that has nature.
Have a peaceful day.
Below: Trumpeter Swans Ridgefield.
#peace #photography

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Mar 12

We need to remember we are not alone. There is strength in numbers.

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Mar 8

this deserves to be public knowledge. #firings

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Mar 3

“In times of uncertainty—both globally and personally—it becomes even more vital to ground ourselves in wisdom, kindness, and deep inner nourishment.” Niki Migliafore
Have a peaceful day
#peace #photography
below: redwood forest

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Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Mar 3

For those of you wishing to support Ukraine directly, here is their site. No cuts taken with middleman. Goes directly to them.
u24.gov.ua/projects
#Ukraine #supportUkraine #SlavaUkraine

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Feb 22

Here’s a mindful “recipe” to try: for every dip you have to take in the news, cleanse your mind with thoughts or images of peace, beauty or joy. it helps me cope. May you have peace & calm in your life.
#mindfulness #peace #photography
below: Sonoma Coast at sunset

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Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Feb 21

Bill introduced in Congress for a national abortion ban. Women of reproductive age who need reproductive freedom should consider having plan B on hand if they need it. #WomensRights #ReproductiveFreedom
#misogyny #fightback

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Feb 13

W need to protect scientific research and science now more than ever.

Therese @ruecler.bsky.social · Feb 11

Birds bring me joy. I was in Costa Rica recently, loved the diversity & colors. May we all have that which bring us joy. May you have a peaceful evening. #birds #CostaRica #peace