Self-Positive Sailor Scouts

Incredible illustrator @thelatestkate has never been afraid to talk about difficult topics; in the past, she’s shared her personal experiences with depression and leaving her religion, and her courage and candidness are always inspirational to us.

Today, she deals with another serious issue: how to cope if your parents are bullies. Bullying may seem like something that just happens in high school hallways, but it can happen at home, too—and if it’s happening to you, please know that the SparkLife community is always here for you, and that there are places you can turn to for help. 

I’m in love with my shirt.

I got a shirt with pretty much everyone on it! I was so happy! -Miss Usagi

There will be days when you can’t get out of bed, and that’s okay.

Expressing your needs is scary, but I know you will find the strength to do it.

These are some of the things I make and will be selling in the future!

What do you guys think?

Hey guys! I am soon going to be selling jewelry like this, mostly with positive sayings and reminders, but also for gender identities, pride, and for fandoms such as Sailor Moon. A portion of the profits from different pieces of jewelry will be going towards various charities and shelters for LGBT+ youth. If you guys have any suggestions for beads and I should use or would like a customized piece, please message me on my personal. (Same if you have a charity you would like to suggest!)

Please remember that it’s okay to struggle with loving yourself. Everyone does sometimes, it’s a life-long journey. There will be days where it is hard to look in the mirror, but there will be days when you can’t wait to show the world what you’re capable of. With work and patience, those days will become more numerous and, before you know it, you’ll love yourself. You deserve it, and you deserve to tell yourself it’s okay to let it take time.

Sometimes, posting things when you’re feeling down or expressing unhappiness can get you called an “attention-seeker”, often by someone who is using the term negatively. The thing is, everyone needs attention, and no one should make you feel bad for asking for help and expressing your thoughts. People who are seeking attention need compassion and understanding, or just need to talk out their thoughts.

Please remember that!

-Miss Usagi

I got a card today from my grandmother that I’m going to keep forever and look at whenever I need inspiration.