#action steps

1) Sign the petition

Signing the petition may not result in AMC reversing their decision about cancellation but it will let the network know there is a fan base for the show. Showing interest will give AMC further incentive to integrate the Talamasca cast into the other shows and, hopefully green light a reboot.

2) Call and or email AMC Plus:

844-995-0749 [email protected]

Calling and or emailing is another way to let AMC know there is a fan base upset about the cancellation.

3) Boycott future AMC Immortal Universe Projects

The abrupt cancellation of Talamasca calls into question AMC Immortal Universe’s ability to produce shows, beyond the IWTV/TVL series, that capture the spirit of Anne Rice’s work. The purpose of the boycott is to demand a reboot of Talamasca with the same cast so that AMC Immortal Universe can demonstrate they have the ability to produce a great show that respects the spirit of Anne Rice’s work.

Nine times out of ten…no one wants to see a haphazard production of Night Island or Memnoch the Devil. And poorly crafted, shoddy productions are what we will continue to receive if our voices are not heard.

These are just my suggestions for anyone who wants to advocate for the show💕No pressure 💕We all have free will 💕

A message from NAAFA:

For years, fat people have utilized and celebrated Southwest Airlines for having the most equitable seating policy of any major airline. Last summer, they announced that they’ll be shifting to assigned seating. At their most recent shareholders meeting, they announced more details about their plans to change their planes and their boarding procedures. But they still made no mention at all of how these changes will impact their Customer of Size policy.

The Customer of Size policy at Southwest hinges on people being able to choose their own seats. Without information about how changes will specifically impact those who need an additional seat, we cannot rest assured that the policy will continue to work. We are also concerned that reconfiguring planes for premium (more expensive) seating with extra legroom will eliminate affordable seating in the front rows, which can be essential to accessibility for larger fat flyers and some disabled passengers.

Southwest needs to commit to working with advocates from fat community and disabled community to ensure that we remain welcome and accommodated on their planes. 

We have tried to make Southwest executives aware of our need for clarity and information through social media, petitions and media outreach. We will continue to put pressure on Southwest and request a meeting with executives in hopes that they will eventually address this issue and continue with a best in the industry passenger of size policy as they roll out their assigned seating program next year.

Join us in urging Southwest to make a public commitment to keep flying accessible for Customers of Size and for disabled passengers. Sign the petition today!

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how to get out of the planning stage and take action

hiii angel!

so sorry this reply is a little late, currently have over 20 asks in my tumblr inbox and 39 submissions for glowettee hotline, + i've been busy with school!! <3 trying my best here 😭😭

i totally get where you're coming from. for the longest time, i've chatted with so many lovely souls who plan every detail down to the tiniest nuance but still find themselves stuck in that comfortable space called the planning stage. it's such a familiar feeling – the allure of a perfect plan is hard to resist, yet the leap from paper to action often feels like a giant jump into the unknown.

first off, it’s important to remember that planning is a beautiful part of who we are. i adore mapping out goals, assignments, and habits because it gives a sense of structure and purpose. however, when our plans become so intricate that they keep us from living and experimenting in the real world, they can inadvertently hold us back. so, here are some tips that might help you step out of the planning cocoon and into the vibrant dance of doing.

tip number one: break the step into a micro-action. instead of looking at a major goal as a single massive project, try to identify the tiniestttt action that will move you forward. for example, if your goal is to start a new habit like journaling, begin by simply writing one sentence a day. that small step feels almost trivial, but it lowers the barrier and starts a chain reaction. each micro-action is a little celebration of progress, and before you know it, you’re writing a full entry without even noticing how natural it has become. this is really helpful especially when you tend to procrastinate, (like mee) breaking down a task can be sooo helpful, and checking off little sub-tasks, getting closer to completing the base-task is so satisfying, just make sure to not have too many sub-tasks as it can get kind of overwhelming.

tip number two: embrace the idea of imperfection. our plans often feel like a promise to ourselves that everything must be flawlessly executed. but truthfully, life thrives on surprises and little missteps. give yourself the grace to experiment and to be imperfect. if you try something and it doesn’t go as planned, see it as a delightful learning curve rather than a failure. each imperfect attempt is closer to your goals, one that adds character and charm to your journey.

tip number three: set a playful deadline. if the thought of beginning feels overwhelming, create a fun, short timeframe for starting. set a timer for 15 or 20 minutes and that period is solely dedicated to moving from planning into doing. it’s like a little challenge to yourself, a mini-adventure that transforms the abstract into something tangible. when you’re engaged in this light, timed action, the pressure of perfection fades into the background. i tried this multiple times, for example, after i planned out a workout routine that totaled up to 35 minutes, i ended up procrastinating and not doing it, until i decided to set a timer for 10 minutes and i did a few exercises from the routine i planned, and accomplished about 6 of them! it make me feel so good and a day later i ended up doing the full routine, and now i do it everyday <33

tip number four: share your dream out loud. there’s something incredibly powerful about voicing your plans. it doesn't matter if you chat with a friend, jot your intentions in a personal note, or even share a snippet on your blog, you invite accountability into your space. hearing your plans out loud can make them feel more real, shifting them from thoughts into your life’s reality. i see a lot of tumblr blogs do it, for example the 100-day productivity challenge, it's super common on here. it not only adds commitment but might also bring unexpected encouragement or fresh perspectives from someone who gets you.

tip number five: create an action ritual. sometimes, a gentle ritual can signal your brain that it’s time to switch from planning mode to action mode. for me, it might be making a delciiousss smoothie (i love doing this), or playing a specific calming spotify playlist, or simply taking a few deep breaths before diving in. if you try to create a little ritual, you’re setting a clear boundary, a small, charming ceremony that honors both your planning side and your doing side.

tip number six: allow for what i call a “trial and error” mindset. instead of pressing yourself to hit the bullseye on the first try, treat every action as a cutseyy experiment. consider each attempt a hypothesis, and your goal is simply to learn something new from each experiment. this mindset not only reduces the fear of failure but also makes the journey more about self-discovery than about ticking off checklists. over time, each experiment, regardless of the outcome, becomes a stepping stone toward more confident actions.

tip number seven: mix planning with spontaneity. while it might sound contradictory, mixing your structured plans with unscheduled moments of spontaneity can really shake things up. allow yourself a bit of wiggle room in your schedule, moments where you simply go with the flow. these spontaneous choices can open up creative pathways that a strictly planned day might suppress. sometimes, the best discoveries come when you let go and simply enjoy the moment.

tip number eight: reflect on your “why.” before diving into any action, it can help to take a step back and remind yourself why you started planning in the first place. reconnect with the heart of your goal, the emotion behind it, this can be for personal growth, academic success, or simply the joy of creating something new. that connection, that inner spark, can serve as a strong motivator to nudge you out of over-analysis and into real action.

little note from mindy: planning is an art form and a comfort zone, but it’s not the destination. it’s a gentle stepping stone to a world of possibilities where every little step forward counts. your plans are a lovely blueprint, and nothing is more exciting than watching those blueprints come to life bit by bit. take a deep breath, trust in your instincts, and let your actions bloom and flow naturally.

i hope these tips bring a bit of encouragement and help you balance between the beauty of planning and the thrill of doing. sometimes, the journey itself is a mix of trials, errors, and surprising successes. but i assure you, it's all a part of the process.

thank you for sharing your thoughts and for trusting me with your question. your journey is uniquely yours, and your honesty in sharing these challenges is something to celebrate. keep planning, keep dreaming, and most importantly, find joy in taking those small yet bold steps forward.

love, mindy

Here’s an action step we can all take: The Senate Committee on Homeland Security is taking calls about Steve Bannon's appointment to the National Security Council. Call: 202-224-4751 and say basically "Hi my name is ______. I am an American citizen, and I am opposed to Stephen Bannon on the National Security Council."  

A petition created by Dr. Natasha Larmie (@fatdoctoruk) addresses the needs of the UK to stop punishing kids for being fat. Here is her call to action:

“We are calling upon West Sussex County Council to order an internal investigation in to why such blatant weight-based discrimination was allowed to occur over the course of 10 years, and why both children did not receive the correct care and support that they deserved. Furthermore we are calling on the government to act now to address the way that weight stigma impacts everyone, especially the most vulnerable members of our society.”

http://chng.it/kKZmqmpmRh