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drawing people i see in the city (60/?)

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I’m a man and I make a lot of posts about the harmful things men do, posts about how fathers are less likely to be involved in their children’s lives but more likely to kill them, posts about domestic abuse and gendered violence experienced by women, posts about shitty corners of the Internet populated by men who hate women. This is not because I, a man, think men are inherently predisposed to evil. It’s because I’m sick of other men trying to make it all men. I’m sick of dudes acting like they have no idea why women are growing less and less interested in starting families with them and dating. It is because you cannot say “not all men, not me” and not speak about the men who are doing it and acknowledge gender gaps in violence and abuse and apathy. It is because I hope other men see this and stop downplaying women’s experiences and realize, hey, it might not be you but it is other men. It is misogyny. It is our culture. It is not inherent. You have the power to change your mindset and your behavior and be aware of the world around you.

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HEARTACHE OF CHAOS - OMENS Part 2 / ???

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Yay! Another part done! I'll try to keep this weekly to atleast finish this darn ol comic in a month or so but...so far I'm having fun! Thanks to my patreon once again for casting their votes over who gets poked in the eye and offering up their ocs once again!

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Here's another one. Hi!!!

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Reminder that the "normal" cisgender male amount to fantasize about being a woman is never.

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my theory: the spirals in fluttershy's mane remind me of someone having their hair twirled by a significant other

Oh you never forget your first steps towards playful toying.

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ENTOMOLOGY

If I had the time, strength, skill, and ungodly patience I would've drawn heartache of chaos comics with humanized characters set in a victorian era esque age, but I lack the bravery so you get this warm up doodle for now

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Knights by LUOLIN

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LA Cares AIDS campaign (c.1984) starring Zelda Rubinstein Zelda Rubinstein was a little person (the term she preferred) who began acting in her 40's. Her big break came in 1982 with her role as Tangina Barrons in the film Poltergeist.

In 1984, she was the the central figure in a series of advertisements, directed towards gay men specifically, promoting safer sex and AIDS awareness. Rubinstein did so at risk to her own career, especially so shortly after her rise to fame, and admitted later that she did "pay a price, career-wise." "I lost a friend to AIDS, one of the first public figures that died of AIDS," the actress said in an interview with The Advocate. "I knew it was not the kind of disease that would stay in anybody's backyard. It would climb the fences, get over the fences into all of our homes. It was not limited to one group of people." She attended the first AIDS Project Los Angeles AIDS Walk. (Source:Wikipedia)

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Moldy/unmoldy doomed yaoi or yuri?

you got it boss, here’s your doomed strawberry yuri

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THE HEARTACHE OF CHAOS - INFECTION AU Harmony Status :

We found a few...except. For one. We need to get a hold of the harmony stones and fast! Or atleast a cockatrice, I don't know how much longer the others can take the madness, it needs to be stopped, one way or another.

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Fluttershy in your infection AU: Discord took the sanity in the divorce

(Love this AU btw it’s so pretty)

Celestia said there was importance in really letting out your emotions during tough times. Twilight is a good listener, but seldom able to give good reassurance, especially in this state...

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mmm....infection au? 🤔

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''Meowford Hills'' by Catlde Hassam

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"5 Essential Steps to Heal Childhood Emotional Trauma and Embrace Self-Love"

Self-Reflection Monday 

How does one summon the courage to confront the emotional traumas from childhood? Do we cloak it in invisibility and walk past it every day as if it doesn't exist? Or do we bravely bring it out, front and center, and not only heal it, but understand how it has shaped our daily decisions?  

As I delved into the myriad choices and relationships in my life, a troubling pattern emerged-a relentless need for validation. This was not just about the occasional sweet texts and phone calls, but a constant demand for grand gestures and even location sharing. 

Why is that? 

Call me crazy, but I like to think it's due to that little dark-skinned girl, who was me, feeling unloved and ugly years ago.

I was the youngest and the darkest. Trust me when I say, colorism, a form of discrimination based on skin color, is real. When you spend your life hearing, "your sister is beautiful, she has lovely skin." All the boys wanted her; I couldn't blame them; my sister is beautiful. But what did I hear?

Silence.

No words of encouragement, no validating statements. Just what I've done wrong. Who I should be (which wasn't who I am). 

Now, more than two decades later, I can clearly see how that unfulfilled need from my childhood, the relentless need for validation, has been a silent force guiding my life choices. 

Back to my original question of healing—How?

Step one: Acknowledgment. 

To heal, we must first admit that something is broken. At times, this can be easier said than done. In my case, it has been a long road of ruminating and carefully examining my life choices. One resounding fact in my journey: I take accountability for my own ongoing pain. I chose the cloak of invisibility for years. One validating situation after another-- it's like putting tape on a leaking drain without determining where the hole is. 

It's going to keep leaking. 

Step Two: Understanding. 

This journey of healing isn't meant to place blame on those who may have caused trauma. Pain is a part of life; whatever has happened in the past, it is our responsibility to understand how those events affected us and reprogram our lives away from that pain. Back to my childhood-- I know those around me didn't blatantly think "let's destroy Keekee's self-esteem," back to taking accountability for our pain-- times like these, we must learn to be our own supporter. 

Step Three: Know your Triggers 

To reprogram our minds, we must identify and understand what may cause us to backslide into old ways of thinking. For me, it is invalidating situations. When my core need for validation isn't met, I spiral into self-deprecating thoughts. This is the old program-- the one that needs to be replaced. Reprogramming our minds means consciously challenging these negative thoughts and replacing them with positive affirmations. Just because it wasn't said, doesn't mean it is not true. Do you feel beautiful? Then guess what-- you are!

Step Four: Self-Compassion

Self-love is not selfish; it's mandatory. You are your biggest supporter. Celebrate your victories, no matter the size. As I embark on this healing journey, a few of my go-to practices to reduce reliving my trauma are journaling whenever a complex emotion arises. My journal, I've proudly named the "mommy book," has not only daily emotional check-ins, but mental health check-ins with my children as well. This self-compassion is a form of self-care that we all deserve, a gentle reminder that we are worthy of our own care and love. 

A big part of my life now is prioritizing fitness and a healthy diet. It has been a long road in my weight loss journey and overall healing, but it's all a part of that leak. Exercise and a healthy diet not only contribute to physical well-being but also play a significant role in mental health. The previous go-to of having a complex emotion and eating it away just isn't conducive to this new life. I am at my best when I've exercised and focused on whole foods. 

Step Five: Build a Community

Having supportive people in your life is a must. At the beginning of my journey, I began to isolate myself, which only worsened the inner negative programming. Do not make this mistake; allow others to challenge these errors of thinking. Building a community of support is not a sign of weakness, but a testament to our shared humanity and the strength we draw from each other. 

Conclusion

This list is not exhaustive. There are many other methods for self-healing from emotional trauma. While you may choose to seek the guidance of a therapist, the key point is to take that first step toward healing.

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Source: "5 Essential Steps to Heal Childhood Emotional Trauma and Embrace Self-Love"

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Does Pinkie still stick around Fluttershy to help her out? It seems like those two and Twilight are the only ones that have a chance to stop Discord

"If I start growing a third eye, it's your fault..." -Fluttershy

Oh yeah, Pinkie is more than happy to stick around her good friend Fluttershy. With one being immune whilst the other seems to be thriving in the chaos? There's no stopping the ragtag team in stopping discord in his reign. Twi gets breaks!