She Uprising

03/05/2026

You’re not “too emotional” - You’ve just never been taught
what to do after the feeling hits.

To the one learning to sit with what they feel instead of reacting to it…

I’ve been learning something lately that’s quietly changing the way I move through my emotions.

Not by ignoring them.
Not by pushing them away.
But by giving them space.

You know those moments when something hits you instantly?
That tight feeling in your chest… the rush of thoughts… the urge to respond, explain, fix, or pull away?

For a long time, I believed that feeling meant something needed my immediate attention.
That I had to act on it right away.

But I’m starting to understand something different.

Sometimes, what we feel in that moment isn’t the full truth…
it’s just the first wave.

And what happens next depends on whether we attach ourselves to it… or allow it to pass through us.

This isn’t about blaming ourselves for how we feel.
Some of us learned to stay alert because we had to.
Some of us carry patterns that were once there to protect us.

So this is not about being perfect.

It’s about becoming aware.

It’s about noticing when the feeling rises… and giving yourself a moment before deciding what it means.

Because not every feeling needs a reaction.
Not every thought needs to be followed.
Not every moment of discomfort is something we need to fix.

Sometimes, it just needs to move.

And when we give ourselves that space… even just a few seconds… we begin to respond differently.

More gently.
More intentionally.
More in alignment with who we’re becoming.

I’m still learning this.

Some days I catch it.
Some days I don’t.

But every time I pause instead of react… I feel a little more grounded in myself.

And maybe that’s the shift.

Not becoming someone who doesn’t feel…but becoming someone who doesn’t lose themselves in every feeling.

- She Uprising 🩷

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Save this for the moments your feelings feel louder than your truth.

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08/03/2026

To the person reading this right now…

You are enough.
You always have been.

I know life can sometimes make you question your worth - especially when you feel unseen, unheard, or misunderstood.

But your presence in this world matters more than you realise.

You deserve kindness.
You deserve respect.
You deserve to take up space.

If today feels heavy, please be gentle with yourself.

Take things one step at a time.

And if no one has told you lately…

I'm really glad you're here. 🤗🩷

- She Uprising

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If you needed this reminder today, I see you. 🩷

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04/02/2026

She Uprising is slowly starting to add a small collection of nervous-system supportive recipes to our website - meals that are quick, simple, wholesome, and grounding.

This Peanut Satay Chicken is the second recipe we've added.
It's warm, nourishing, and one of those meals that feels comforting without being heavy - perfect for days when everything feels a bit much.

We'll be adding more recipes gently over time.
No rush. No pressure.
Just meals that support calm, nourishment, and everyday life.

You can find this recipe (and the growing collection) on our website here:
www.sheuprising.com.au/recipes

And if you have a go-to meal that you love, feel free to comment or message me. ☺️

This recipe was generously shared by Tash B for our She Uprising Community. 🩷

18/01/2026

Some days don’t need answers.
They just need gentleness.

This is Words I Leave Here -
a space for the things we don’t want to keep carrying alone.

If you feel called, you’re welcome to leave your own words below.
No fixing. No polishing. Just honesty. 🩷

Save this for a day when it feels heavy.

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18/01/2026

Just because you’re ready, doesn’t mean they are.

Not every conversation is meant to happen right now.

Even when something is true.
Even when it matters.
Even when you’ve finally found the words.

Integration takes time.
And emotional capacity isn’t always available -
in us or in others.

Just because you can articulate something
doesn’t mean the other person can receive it.

And just because someone asks questions
doesn’t mean they’re resourced for the answers.

Consent in communication isn’t only about permission.
It’s about readiness.
Capacity.
Safety.

Sometimes, the most respectful choice
is to pause - not because the truth is wrong,
but because the moment isn’t integrated yet.

You’re allowed to wait.
You’re allowed to choose who hears your story.
You’re allowed to notice when a conversation feels too much -
for either side.

Not everything needs to be processed out loud.
Some things need space first. 🩷

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🩷 Save this for when timing matters.

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08/12/2025

When you learn self-regulation... everything changes.

Self-regularion is one of the most underrated parts of healing - and yet it changes everything.

When you learn to calm your nervous system in real time, your reactions soften, your patience strengthens, and situations that once felt unbearable become things you can move through with so much more grace.

This isn’t about being perfect.
It's about noticing the moment your body wants to panic, to explode, to shut down - and to choosing a different response.

Self-regulation is you saying to your inner-child:
"I've got you now. You’re safe with me."

And that moment?
That's healing in its purest form.

I'll soon be sharing simple ways to begin building this skill - because it truly is a skill, and anyone can learn it.
One breath, one pause, one choice at a time. 🩷

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Save this so you can recognise your own progress on the hard days.
And follow to catch the next post with a simple guide to self-regulation you can start using instantly.

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28/11/2025

Flying monkeys aren’t ‘helping’ - they’re enabling.

Sometimes, when you finally close the door on someone who hurt you… they don’t accept it.
Not really.

Instead of taking accountability, instead of respecting your boundaries, they try to find a way around you.

That’s when the flying monkeys appear - friends, acquaintances, new partners, random people who suddenly “reach out,”
always with a vague excuse, always “on their behalf.”
Always crossing a line.

But here’s the thing:
Healthy people don’t need flying monkeys.
They don’t hide behind others.
They don’t outsource their guilt, their consequences, or their access.

If someone wants to speak to you, they reach out directly -
respectfully, transparently, and about the actual reason.
Not through games.
Not through strangers.
Not through pressure.

You are allowed to block.
You are allowed to report.
You are allowed to protect your peace without explaining yourself to anyone.

You are not the villain for having boundaries.
You are the cycle-breaker who finally refuses to play the game.

Stay rooted.
Stay strong.
Stay rising.
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Save this for when someone tries to use a third party to get to you.
Follow for more healing truths.

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19/11/2025

Some people don’t just cross boundaries, they bulldoze straight through them and expect applause.
They undermine you, then act confused when you stop shrinking.
They try to control the narrative, twist the truth, and gaslight anyone who dares to see through it.

They project their own insecurities onto everyone else, then call it “your problem.”
They demand respect while they disrespect you.
They preach honesty while hiding behind lies.
They talk about integrity while behaving in ways that prove they don’t even know what the word means.

And the wildest part?
They truly believe they’re the hero of the story.
The hypocrisy could set itself on fire and still somehow, they’d blame someone else for the smoke.

But here’s the truth:
You don’t have to sit quietly in the middle of someone else’s chaos.
You don’t have to absorb their bitterness, carry their projections, or shrink yourself to keep the peace.

Silence protects the wrong people.
Speaking up protects you.

Some of us are done being polite about toxicity.
Done pretending it’s “miscommunication.”
Done letting anyone make us second-guess our own reality.

Call a pattern a pattern.
Call a behaviour a behaviour.
And walk away from anything that demands your silence to stay standing.

Because the moment you stop protecting toxic people...
is the moment you start protecting yourself.

- She Uprising

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31/10/2025

There comes a point where silence becomes too heavy to carry.

When holding someone else’s secret starts to feel like it’s crushing your soul.
When keeping the peace feels more like losing yourself.

For so long, I thought staying quiet was the “right” thing to do - that it was love, loyalty, or protection.
But it wasn’t.
It was self-abandonment dressed up as peace.

We carry things we shouldn’t have to - the guilt, the shame, the consequences of other people’s choices - and then we wonder why we’re tired to our bones.
Why we can’t breathe.
Why our hearts ache even when life looks “fine.”

But here’s the truth:
You don’t have to carry what isn’t yours anymore.
You don’t have to protect people who wouldn’t protect you.
You don’t have to keep secrets that break you just to keep others comfortable.

You are allowed to let go.
You are allowed to choose yourself.
You are allowed to say no more.

Because the moment you stop carrying what isn’t yours,
you rise - lighter, freer, and stronger than ever before. 🩷

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If you’ve been quiet for too long, let this be your reminder: your voice matters.
Share this if you’re done carrying what was never yours to hold.
Follow to rise with women who are finding their voices again.

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20/10/2025

Sometimes the hardest part isn’t letting go - it’s finally accepting what’s been in front of you all along.

It’s beautiful to see the good in others - it means your heart is pure.
But sometimes, that same heart gets wounded because it keeps trying to love the potential in people rather than the reality they reveal.

You can hold compassion and still have boundaries.
You can forgive and still choose distance.
Because peace comes when you stop editing the truth to fit the story you hoped for. 🩷

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If this resonates, save it as a reminder:
Love people for who they are - not who you wish they’d be.

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