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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 25

monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 22

I can’t control the chaos out there, but I can spark power, purpose, and possibility in women who are ready to rise. #WomenWhoRise #PowerfulWomen #NoMoreShrinking #Unapologetic #OwnYourVoice

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 22

They say sunflowers are yellow.
But I wasn’t feeling yellow that day.
I was listening—softly—
to a blue that kept showing up in my chest.

So I followed it.
Not because it made sense,
but because it felt like the truest conversation I could have.
#art #blue #sunflowers

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 22

No more waiting.
No more rehearsing.
This is the moment you step into yourself.

For the woman who’s done shrinking, done spinning, done doubting—
I Am. Period. is a FREE mini-guide to help you walk in your power.
Not someday. Now.

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#MidlifeWoman #BoomerWomen #SovereignAF

monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 22

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 18

And if we’re going to keep going, let’s break some rules.
Let’s laugh. Let’s dance. Let’s reclaim what they told us we could never have.
#genx #boomers #70s open.substack.com/pub/monicahe...

monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 17

Comparison walked into my living room and said,
“That shelf is nice, but hers is better.”
I handed it a to-go cup and showed it the door. #genx #boomers #70s

monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 17

#genx #boomers #70s

monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 16

What if “fine” is just fear dressed in politeness? You don’t need more coping. You need a breakthrough. #genx #boomers #70s
monicahebert.substack.com/p/dont-ignor...

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Dr. Hilary Agro, PhD 🍄 @hilaryagro.com · Apr 16

I can't emphasize enough that the most important thing journalists can do right now is publish exactly this kind of article

Headline: ICE came for their neighbor so these Tennesseans formed a human chain to protect him

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 15

In today’s essay I present how I learned to go from out of control temper tantrums to a bestie with anger. #anger #nomanagment #bff

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 14

“Wanting More Is Holy.”

They told us desire was dangerous.
That contentment meant shrinking.
That asking for more made us greedy.

I say: Bullshit.

Desire is divine.
Wanting is sacred.
And I won’t apologize for craving more life.

🖤 Read it here: open.substack.com/pub/monicahe...
#genx #boomers

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 13

Fear says the future is too big.

But maybe it’s not about building a new life.

Maybe it’s about reshaping what you’ve already survived into something meaningful. #genx #boomers #70s
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Re-Claim Your Dreams Workbook

Feeling stuck? Lost your spark? This workbook isn’t just advice—it’s your step-by-step guide to finally reclaiming what’s yours.You had dreams once. Big ones. But life happened. Responsibilities, expe...

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 12

Starting something new feels like stepping off a cliff. I used to think that meant I wasn’t ready. The dream doesn’t scare you because it’s too big. It scares you because it’s yours.

What if you took one brave step today—and let it be small?
bit.ly/41B52bd #genx #boomers #70s

Building Believable Faith

A handy tutorial to help you build your faith muscle. No preaching. No scolding. Just Grandma showing you how she has built her faith.

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 12

Be honest: Have you ever said “I’m fine” when you were absolutely not? #genx #boomers #70s #realtalk

monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 12

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 12

Grateful for generous friends backing my work so more women can repurpose their lives + reclaim their midlife dreams. #genx #boomers #70s

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 11

Waving hello to the weekend from the Porch 💙
Still reclaiming. Still repurposing. Still walking (with my dog + my dreams).
You don’t need a plan to start. Just a little peace in your step.
#genx #boomers #70s

monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 11

I almost canceled dinner tonight.
Told myself I was tired.
But really?
I was afraid of what it means to be seen.

Then it hit me:
I’ve wrapped myself in solitude so tight, I called it peace.

But that's block.

More money = more life.
More joy.
More me.

And I’m ready for it.
#genx #boomers #70s

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 11

Once I realized I was addicted to post engagement the way I used to be addicted to Lay’s chips… I shut it all down. Now? I’m painting. I’m laughing. And I feel free as hell.
#genx #boomers #70s

monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 11

’m at the bottom.
And I’m giggling.
Because I had no idea I could feel this good down here.

I’m painting. I’m writing. I’m not chasing a damn thing.
Peace showed up early.
Joy came without proof.

The top?
She’s coming.
But I’m already celebrating. 🪑💛
#genx #boomers #70s

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 10

Meet Barbara. She didn’t burn her life down—she repurposed it.
No reinvention. No retreat to Bali. Just a quiet, powerful return to herself.

This 3-part story is unfolding now.
🪑 Chapter One: live now bit.ly/42imnr3
#genx #boomers #70s #nostalgia #memories

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 10

She was happy. She lived for herself & enjoyed her own company. They called it loneliness.
She knew it was freedom ~F.E. Marie

#genx #boomers #70s #nostalgia #memories

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 8

This week, I finally gathered all the resources I’ve created—the workbooks, the guidebooks, the soul tools—and set them out in one place for you to find, explore, and take what you need.

I’m calling it the Toolbox Library. #genx #boomers #70s monicahebert.substack.com/p/come-take-...

Come Take a Look at What I’ve Set Out for You

Sometimes, you don’t need more advice. You just need to know where to start.

monicahebert.substack.com

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monirose.bsky.social @monirose.bsky.social · Apr 8

We can’t fight the good fight if we’re running on fumes.

Resisting the current administration matters.
So does taking care of your nervous system.

You’re allowed to rest.

Because the more grounded we are, the stronger we show up. #genx #boomers #70s #nostalgia #memories

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