Pynk Spots

Nic

Nix (she/they) gives advice from her neuroqueer anti-capitalist perspective. Like talking to your favorite aunt...if that aunt were a tired, disabled, autistic, anarcho-communist 😘

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Support Palestine: Reposted with Update

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12/28/23 • 102 min

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Before diving into my healing from chronic illness series, I wanted to put out something to show support for Palestine given the horrific recent (and ongoing, and historical) actions of Israel.
So, I am reposting the episode* I did with activist Jacob Z back in 2021 with an epilogue update, which starts at 1:16:30, to give an update on the situation and calls to action and additional resources for those who want to help.
To participate in the Feb 25, 2024 book club for The Hundred Years' War on Palestine, join the Discord server here.
*The reposted portion has been edited down a bit (mostly to remove my meanderings) but you can still hear the original audio here.
Calls to Action

Attend demonstrations.
Contact (email) representatives.
If in a union, have union endorse ceasefire.
Engage in disruptive action (blocking arms shipments, etc.).
Boycott businesses that support Israel.
Join a solidarity organization.
Never vote for Israel-supporting politicians.
Never stop talking about how fucked up this is.

Resources
Organizations

Palestinian Youth Movement
Jewish Voices for Peace (easy links for action!)
BDS Movement Boycott (list of companies who support Israel's genocidal actions)

Media (Podcasts, News, etc.)

Videos

Michael Brooks on Israel/Palestine: "It's not complicated" (YouTube)
ISRAEL'S ALLIANCES TO DESTABILIZE MIDDLE EAST Max Ajl (YouTube)

PDFs/Articles

Understanding Antisemitism: An Offering to Our Movement (PDF) | Jews for Racial & Economic Justice
The Jerusalem Declaration on Antisemitism (PDF) | JerusalemDeclaration.org

Books

An Army Like No Other: How the Israel Defense Force Made a Nation | by Haim Bresheeth-Zabner

Health Updates & Autistic Rants: SIBO, REM Sleep, and a Lack of Specialized Care

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10/14/21 • 70 min

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Note from Nic: This episode was done on Tuesday but when I went to upload my data plan was 10 minutes short so I waited until today to upload in order to not get charged. This conflicts with some things I say in the episode about what day this is coming out so wanted to clear up any potential confusion around that. Also, episodes will be posted on Thursdays now!
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This week I take a break from advice to share some updates about my "healing journey" (barf) and share information I've learned about what my root cause health issue might be as well as information I've found out about the particularities around autism, digestion, and sleep. Relatedly, I also go on a rant or two about my continued frustrations at how autistic people are treated with the same protocols as neurotypicals, and how it is impossible to find medical professionals who understand and/or specialize in working with autistic adults.
I'm low on questions so if you have one, now would be a great time to ask!
Resources Referenced:

SIBO: A doctor's guide to the root cause of Bloating and IBS (YouTube Video)
Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams by Matthew Walker (Thriftbooks)

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How Do I Stop Staring at My Crush?

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04/07/21 • 85 min

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Today's question comes from Valerie via Instagram:

I have a random question. This morning I was doing some overthinking (as per usual) and I remembered an episode where you discussed that when you were interested in someone you’d stare at them. I always thought I was the only one who did this and I was wondering what steps you might’ve taken to overcome this?

I answer Valerie's question in my typical roundabout way, first delving into why we may find it hard to stop staring at a crush, what makes staring so irresistible in the first place, and then tips on how to stop. I incorporate, as always, my autistic, neurodivergent perspective on this topic.
Resources

Love, Actually: The science behind lust, attraction, and companionship (Harvard)
What the ADHD Brain Wants, And Why (Dr. Ellen Littman)
Blinded By Love: The Neuroscience of Crushes, Obsessions, and Rejection (Julia Ravey Science)

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Random Thoughts: Brain Fog, Anxiety, Recruiters, Medical Appts & Edibles

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03/18/22 • 52 min

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Hey kiddos! I needed a chill episode so it's a mixed bag of me just talking about my health journey and my attempts to find work. Hope y'all like it!
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How Do I Overcome Imposter Syndrome?

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08/31/21 • 57 min

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Riikka from our Discord community writes:
I'd like to hear you talk about impostor syndrome, what is your relationship with it and how to fight it. I'm looking for jobs right now & I feel extremely uncomfortable talking about my skills and achievements and I'm constantly downplaying them.

As someone who has (mostly) overcome imposter feelings, I was thrilled to give my top 6 tips for overcoming imposter phenomenon/syndrome:

Recognize it as a trauma response, rather than a logical fact
Get a hobby you are bad at
Gather empirical evidence of your greatness
Make a list of your strengths
Develop a sense of self
Get over yourself!

Resources
Fundraiser:

Professer Flower's (Lua's) Channel - follow for updates about fundraiser!
Gina's GoFundMe page - donate/share!

Imposter Phenomenon Resources:

Feel like a fraud? (American Psychological Association)
Yes, Impostor Syndrome Is Real. Here's How to Deal With It (Time.com)
The Imposter Phenomenon in High Achieving Women: Dynamics and Therapeutic Intervention (1978 paper by Imes & Clance)

I'm a Barbie Grrrl: My Exhaustion Over Leftist Barbie Discourse + Updates!!!

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10/15/23 • 60 min

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Hi Barbie! 👋 Whew, the Barbie movie really caused a stir on all sides of the political spectrum, didn't it! The right is losing their minds over this cornucopia of "toxic femininity" while the left (leftist women, specifically) can't seem to tear it apart fast enough for not being a radical feminist manifesto that will topple the patriarchy. Many of us, who enjoyed the film as a campy, queer, femme summer romp are tired. So tired. We just wanted to have fun and celebrate this cultural moment.
So today, I go on a partially unhinged rant (that was, in my defense, actually asked for) to talk about my feelings around the Barbie Discourse (TM), what the movie meant to me, and at not one but TWO points I shed my own real human tears about it.
Link to TikTok Where Dad Reviews Barbie: I think my dad really liked Barbie #barbie #barbiemovie #moviereview #... | barbie movie review | TikTok
Before all that, I give some MAJOR life updates and talk about what's up next for Pynk Spots, which is the release (finally!) of my healing journey series - a project that bloomed from one focused episode to what will now be a series of at least nine. I'm scared, I'm excited, I'm ready to go on this journey with all of you and can't wait to share what's next! 🖤

URGENT Call to Action + Moving Past the 'Harris or Trump' Ultimatum

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09/20/24 • 77 min

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PLEASE HELP MARCELLUS WILLIAMS: savemarcellus.org. He will be executed on Sept. 24th, 2024 if we can't convince Gov. Parson of Missouri to stop it. Please call, email, post, and share.
In the main episode, Nic talks about the current presidential election and how Democrats are playing chicken with voters, attempting to win over Republicans while neglecting their progressive base. Despite these dangerous and offensive tactics, the anyone who attempts to critique Harris or demand better before committing their vote is screamed at and told, "Enjoy four more years of Trump, then!"
This episode explores the dangers of this one-sided electoral strategy and critiques the loud calls to "vote blue," which often ignore the complexities of voter concerns and facilitate the Democratic Party's pulling the nation further to the right as they YET AGAIN run on a campaign of, "Vote for me because I'm not him."

15 Red Flags to Watch Out For in All Relationships

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01/20/22 • 72 min

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Emerging organically from recent conversations with friends, Nic talks about red flags to watch out for that often appear early in relationships and can serve as forewarning of potential escalating abuse or unhealthy dynamics later on, or may be so subtle that they are often dismissed or overlooked.
This episode is intended to help people figure out if they may be in an unhealthy relationship that isn't serving them, or even to see if they might be replicating unhealthy behaviors themselves.
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Processing Resentment at a Parent & The Impact of Capitalism on Family Relationships

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10/28/21 • 88 min

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This week I have a personal chat about my experience with resentment towards parents prompted by an awesome submission from community member Pia who is processing some recent information about their dad and their family dynamic.
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I Feel Like a Ghost - Am I Disassociating?

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02/06/21 • 71 min

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Today I am flying solo for my first Pynk Spots advice episode! I answer a question from Anonymous (she/her):
My depression and anxiety have been exacerbated by quarantine. I’ve heard disassociating and disassociation in mental health communities but haven’t researched it much.

In a conversation with a friend, I mentioned that I have been having a hard time and feel like I’ve been disassociating. She immediately told me that is not a term I should use for ‘zoning out’ (not what I said) because it’s a mental health condition that her sister has and it’s really serious and scary.

I thought it was a broader term than the symptoms she described that her sister has so now I’m confused, and I’m also hurt that she felt the need to jump in and focus on that instead of being with me in a vulnerable moment. I often feel like a ghost when I’m alone for an extended period of time, or when I’m feeling very depressed I find myself disconnecting from how my body feels.

I know you have talked about disassociating before and was wondering if you would be comfortable talking about your experiences and help me to understand if this is what is happening to me, as I don’t want to appropriate the term if it’s not. Also, am I right in feeling hurt about my friend taking that time to have an educational moment with me?

We dig deep on disassociation, what it is and what it looks like, what causes us to disassociate, and I give a lot of personal testimony along the way.

Resources

Dr. Devon Price's Essay "Therapy Isn't For Everyone" (Medium.com)
Dissociation and dissociative disorders (mind.org.uk)
Dissociation And Dissociative Disorders (Mental Health America)
Dissociation FAQs (International Society for the Study of Trauma and Dissociation)

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How many episodes does Pynk Spots have?

Pynk Spots currently has 49 episodes available.

What topics does Pynk Spots cover?

The podcast is about Leftist, Communist, Society & Culture, Lgbtq, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education, Queer, Advice, Anarchist and Neurodivergent.

What is the most popular episode on Pynk Spots?

The episode title 'How to Explain a Gap in Employment' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Pynk Spots?

The average episode length on Pynk Spots is 80 minutes.

How often are episodes of Pynk Spots released?

Episodes of Pynk Spots are typically released every 14 days.

When was the first episode of Pynk Spots?

The first episode of Pynk Spots was released on Dec 2, 2020.

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