#Communication and Network Concepts

[squoobest]

a very niche celebrity frostyfest (now on dvd~!)

[doingmylevelbest]

Help I just gave a presentations on comics and graphic novels in relation to object oriented ontology (it doesn’t matter there’s too much to explain)

But then someone in my class raised their hand to ask me a question afterward, and they asked me if I knew of this comic artist (im not saying the name because the artist does in fact have tumblr and i don’t want to push boundaries on the artist or my classmate)-

I said the name was familiar (it was) and I might know who the artist was if I saw the art (I did) AND MY CLASSMATE JUST GOES-

“Yeah that’s my dad.”

HELLO?!?!!!

and then after my presentation my classmate turned to me and was showing me the artist’s port folio and my mind was actively exploding - and THEN they said that Richard Case (who was the artist for grant morrisons doom patrol, which is one of the many volumes I passed around my class) is a close family friend.

What.

I know the comic industry is extremely close knit- like the owner of the comic store in town regularly talks (extremely casually, might I say) about chatting with mark waid and Alan Moore often and istg I think my brain is on fire when I hear that.

But like- HM?!?

Anyway if anyone has any connections or networking tips they’d like to share to help a poor girl out I would love to hear them!! I’m interested in comic writing and have studied a couple comic scripts but the internet can only get me so far!

Gosh I’m never getting over this.

Fucking Richard Case is a close family- FUCK.

[hyenabreezy]

What If There Was a Saturday Morning Fighting Games Cartoon?: Yomi Layer EX

Synopsis: In the year of 6236, there is no war, there is no prejudice, there is only...FIGHTING GAMES. The spirit of Fighting Games has spread through the entire planet, allowing only the very best of the best to form a spiritual connection to the characters they choose. These elite few do not simply play their characters anymore like everyone else. They eat dinner with them, see movies with them, train with them. They are no longer their main, they have come to life in the eyes of their player as MAINZ. After waking up from a centuries long coma, How will the bright-eyed newcomer known as DAYBRAKE adapt to this passionate new world?

[femmefatalevibe]

Hi! I've heard the tip 'listen to understand, not to respond' before, but when I try to do that I never know what to say because I didn't prepare anything so the conversation gets awkward and dies. Any tips on how to listen to understand without killing the vibe?

Hi love! Try recapping/sharing the key takeaways from what your conversation partner said to display that you're actively listening and are invested in what they have to say.

Use these golden nuggets as a template for follow-up questions related to what they're currently discussing. Think of the 5 Ws and H to frame your questions: When, (With) Who, Where, What (happened/the outcome), Why, and How (did you feel about it, did it end/support your intention or goal, etc.).

Hope this helps xx

[100-art]

Liquid Crystal Art

[ssaalexblake]

Sometimes I lay awake at night and listen to trains go by at like 2am and wonder why the hell they're doing that bc we don't get trains past like 10pm

[sing-me-under]

I don’t know why, but I get really tired of fics where they’re like “Bruce has been sheltered his entire life and has absolutely no sense for normal people” as though he didn’t go on a world tour in literally every iteration of his existence before becoming Batman. Yes, he was absolutely sheltered as a teenager, and maybe he still held onto some naïveté in his early Batman years, but Batman literally faces every fucking crime there is, and I bet that little Bruce stubbornly traumatized himself with true crime shows and case studies. One does not become Batman and stay sheltered. Yes, unlike most people, he had the safety net of a home and a fat bank account to return to, but that really only applied in the States with legal identification. This man just kinda traveled the world with like the bare minimum and built a name and network for himself from scratch from pure skill, stubbornness, and his weird Mary Sue aura where everyone wants to fuck him. I can guarantee he’s nearly starved to death on multiple occasions, has slept in the worst conditions possible, and actually been fucking tortured in every sense of the word. You don’t need to be born and raised in poverty to have experienced food insecurities and the worst that humanity has to offer.

Anyway, this is just me just being fed up with the fics and posts where they treat Bruce as if he’s never experienced a single hardship in his life beyond the death of his parents when he was 8 years old. Bruce Wayne is the most empathetic, self-sacrificing motherfucker in Existence. He’s still an over controlling asshole, but he’s self aware and tries to understand why criminals do crime things.

Batman deserves to have a backstory where he actually developed and experienced his own coming-of-age as a mature member of society instead of being some vengeful middle school syndrome kid maneuvering a skin sack of nearly 300 lbs of muscle and fancy technology.

[mrtheinsatiable]

Hell yeah automatic renewal on my library book

[scriptwriters-network]

High Concept Screenplay Program ~ Early Bird Script Submission

Deadline is July 15th

The program welcomes all genres and aims to discover, honor and reward different approaches, eclectic points of view and unique voices in screenwriting.

More information.

[wallpapers4screen]

[edgythoughts]

What If DNA Could Store All Human Knowledge 2025

What If DNA Could Store All Human Knowledge 2025

Imagine a future where the entire scope of human knowledge — every book, every film, every scientific discovery, and every moment of recorded history — could be encoded and stored inside something as small and essential as a strand of DNA. This idea is no longer purely science fiction. It is based on emerging scientific breakthroughs that combine the powers of biotechnology and information science. So, what would the world look like if DNA could really store all human knowledge? Let’s dive deep into the concept, its implications, and the possibilities it might unlock for the future of information, humanity, and even consciousness itself. Understanding DNA as a Data Storage Medium DNA, the molecule that carries genetic instructions in all living organisms, is incredibly dense when it comes to information storage. Just four nucleotide bases — adenine (A), thymine (T), cytosine (C), and guanine (G) — can be arranged in sequences that represent binary data (0s and 1s), much like the data stored on your phone or computer. In fact, researchers have already successfully encoded images, videos, entire books, and even operating systems into strands of synthetic DNA. For example, in a famous experiment, scientists encoded Shakespeare’s sonnets, an audio file of Martin Luther King Jr.'s “I Have a Dream” speech, and a JPEG image of the Mona Lisa into DNA and retrieved it back with nearly perfect accuracy. The Benefits of Using DNA to Store Human Knowledge Storing data in DNA comes with several major advantages over traditional digital storage systems: - 🧬 Extreme Density: DNA can store up to 215 petabytes (215 million gigabytes) per gram. - 🧬 Longevity: DNA can last for thousands of years if stored in a cool, dry place. Digital hard drives, in contrast, degrade after a few decades. - 🧬 Stability: Unlike magnetic tapes or SSDs that are prone to failure, DNA remains chemically stable for centuries. - 🧬 Universality: DNA is universal, meaning it can be read and copied by any biological system — making it a kind of "future-proof" data format. Now, imagine being able to store the entire internet inside a test tube. This is not a metaphor — it’s a real projection of future possibilities. How Would This Work in Practice? To make DNA storage practical on a global scale, a few technical challenges would need to be solved: - Encoding data into DNA involves converting binary code into sequences of A, T, C, and G. - Synthetic DNA is created using chemical processes that place these sequences in the desired order. - Reading the information back requires sequencing the DNA and decoding it into digital data. At present, this process is expensive and slow. However, rapid advances in biotechnology and AI-driven lab automation are reducing both cost and time. Within a few decades, we could see commercial DNA data storage systems as viable alternatives to cloud storage and hard drives.

Social and Scientific Implications If DNA becomes the ultimate storage device for human knowledge, it could change our society in numerous ways: 1. Revolutionizing Libraries and Archives Physical and digital libraries today consume vast amounts of space, energy, and maintenance. DNA-based libraries would require just a fraction of that space and could survive natural disasters, electromagnetic pulses, or even global internet blackouts. Imagine a tiny capsule carrying every piece of literature, every film, every academic journal — not on a server or in a vault, but in a genetic capsule you could carry in your pocket. 2. Personalized Knowledge Storage People might someday choose to carry personalized knowledge banks encoded in DNA. These could include medical records, learning materials, or even their entire family history. These capsules could be implanted subcutaneously or kept as heirlooms. 3. Integration with Human DNA (A Controversial Twist) The idea of integrating human knowledge directly into a person’s DNA is extremely controversial. But in theory, synthetic sequences could be inserted into non-coding (junk) DNA regions in human cells. This would not impact biological function but could allow for a permanent, inheritable archive of information. While this would raise significant ethical, biological, and privacy concerns, it opens the door to profound possibilities — like transmitting encyclopedic knowledge through generations. Ethical, Legal, and Privacy Concerns This kind of transformative technology doesn’t come without questions: - Who owns the DNA containing human knowledge? - Could it be hacked, corrupted, or stolen? - What if someone stores harmful, illegal, or misleading data? - Should human genomes be used as storage at all? Just like the internet needed laws, standards, and security protocols, DNA data storage will need ethical guidelines and regulatory oversight. Philosophical Questions The concept touches on deep philosophical questions as well: - What is the essence of human knowledge? - If DNA can carry all knowledge, does it bring us closer to a form of digital immortality? - Could one eventually upload parts of their consciousness, memories, or identity using DNA as a carrier? While those questions may remain speculative for now, they are no longer just the musings of science fiction writers — they are becoming real issues that future generations might confront. Potential Drawbacks and Limitations Despite the promise, several barriers still exist: - High Cost: Encoding data into DNA remains expensive and slow. - Read/Write Speeds: Accessing DNA-based data is slower than with digital drives. - Data Mutability: DNA is very stable, but in biological systems, it can mutate. This might be a concern if synthetic DNA interacts with living organisms. However, given the pace of innovation in biotechnology, machine learning, and nanotechnology, these issues may become solvable sooner than we expect. Final Thoughts Storing all human knowledge in DNA is not only feasible — it may become essential. As digital data creation continues to grow exponentially, we’re quickly reaching the physical and economic limits of traditional storage systems. DNA offers a biologically inspired solution with unmatched density, durability, and universality. So, what if DNA could store all human knowledge? The answer might be this: it would change everything — from how we preserve our past to how we shape our future. We would no longer be limited by hard drives or server farms. Instead, we could embed the legacy of humanity into the very fabric of life. And perhaps, one day, a strand of DNA floating in a glass vial could contain the entire story of civilization — all within a few microscopic coils. 📚 Explore our other futuristic topics: - What If Dreams Could Be Recorded and Played Back 2025 https://www.edgythoughts.com/what-if-dreams-could-be-recorded-and-played-back-2025 - What If Humans Could Communicate via Brain-to-Brain Networks 2025 https://www.edgythoughts.com/what-if-humans-could-communicate-via-brain-to-brain-networks-2025 🌐 For more context, visit the Wikipedia page on DNA digital data storage: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DNA_digital_data_storage Read the full article

[casuallyanidiot]

Yandere Eldritch being who has taken over your entire town.

TW. Dead Dove Do Not Eat Horror, confinement, isolation, death, Stockholm syndrome, yandere

You didn’t know when it had happened, but there was something very obviously wrong with your town.

It was the little things like the warped street signs, the inconsistent cracks in the sidewalk, and the way that the uncanny faces of people seemed to stare at you. It didn’t use to be like this, but you found yourself cautious about your new reality on the daily. You did try to leave and call for help, but there was some mysterious force cutting off your network. And when you did try to pack all your bags and high tail it out of there, you would end up just looping straight back on your street no matter what direction you drove in.

So now you made do with the fact that nothing was normal.

You sometimes wonder why whatever has infected all the people decided to leave you alone. Because there was no way it wasn’t a conscious decision. Your favorite flowers would start sprouting out of concrete walls and glass despite the fact it would be the middle of winter one day and a scorching summer the next. Not to mention, those flowers didn’t even grow here to begin with. It was a gesture. If it was meant to tempt or be kind, you weren’t sure. 

The town functioned like nothing was out of the ordinary, though. Well, at least it tried to puppet the barely real bodies of your community to do things they would daily. The grocery store always had food and figures milling about, and even though none of the products ever tasted quite right or had words in a real language, you could tell “it” was trying to keep things running for you.

You’d once tried to hide away in your house, thinking that it was somehow protecting you from whatever was out there. But all you did was make it angry. Constant thunderstorms that shook the ground, and hail that pounded on your roof and walls. When you continued to stay inside, that’s when it made things clear: it was letting you stay as you were. The house shifted dramatically, doors disappearing and walls bending in front of your eyes. 

Come outside. Stop trying to resist.

Privacy was just another one of those far-out concepts now.

The thing, as you so liked to call it, had been more affectionate lately. You didn’t know exactly how to describe it, but it had started morphing all the “people” into more attractive versions of themselves. Or at least, what it thought of as attractive to humans. Their faces were more tangible now and less blink-and-you’ll-miss-it, but they were uncanny in a new way. Skin too smooth, too perfect in so many different ways. Symmetrical, full lips, pleasant expressions, soothing voices: all things that on paper would lure someone in, but it had alarm bells ringing in your head nearly all the time now.

“I don’t like this, you know,” You said one day as you sat in the diner. The room was stretched out wider than what it looked like on the outside, and the waitress had an unnaturally wide smile. Before you was a plate of… something. Your guess was pancakes.

“What do you mean?” Several voices asked at once. It came from all around, and the waitress’s mouth barely moved to match the words. 

“ I like you better when you aren’t trying so hard to be something you weren’t.”

There was a pause, and the building slowly unraveled into a jumbled mess of things that you could barely comprehend, the other patrons' faces and bodies melting away into linoleum floors. 

“You’re not human. You don’t have to be. I think I’d prefer that honestly,” You shrugged and poked at your food. From the corner of your eyes, a figure seemed to emerge from the mess of what used to be your favorite restaurant. It was a writhing mass of dark tendrils, reaching for anything nearby. You’re breath caught in your throat.

“Do you really mean that?”

The voice spoke, but there wasn’t any face to accompany it. It reverberated in the base of your spine, racing through your nerves like lightning. Your breath hitched, and you finally gathered enough courage to look at it. It was a mess of things you couldn’t quite make out, but it was almost comforting. 

“This is the first time I’ve actually seen you,” you admitted, a small laugh of disbelief caught in your throat. You couldn’t help but smile. It was the first time it had actually listened to you. 

The being twitched, pulsing as it slid over towards where you were sitting at the booth. It was the only thing that had stayed intact. For something so expressionless, you’d dare to say it seemed shy. 

From the inky mass, one tendril reached out for you, the air around it crackling. You stayed in place as it slid over your hand, and you felt the wonder and relief.

“Will you stay with me? I don’t want to force you, but I’m so alone… you’re the only one who doesn’t disappear when I’m near.”

You blinked as the mass filled the cracks between your hands, folding into the lines of your palms as if trying to memorize you. If it had a hand, you’d be holding it. If it had lips, yours would be slotting against them. If it had a heart, you were certain they’d be painted a similar shade of loneliness. 

You stood up and slowly approached it, holding out your arms as you leaned in, wrapped your arms around its slowly forming figure, and nodded in silence. 

[femmefatalevibe]

Hiii, do u have any advice on how to deal with being a loner/not having many friends? I've always got this deep fear and hatred for being a loner and not having many friends. The friends I had just stop talking to me or the friendship ends. I hate not having anyone to talk to or just hang out with. I hate being a loner it's so lonely. Now I'm in college and I don't feel loneliness that much because I'm busy in classes etc but once I'm done with that I just feel so alone. I've got no friend to call and talk to, no one to hang out outside school.

Hi love!

Well, firstly, I believe your situation is more common than you might realize (it took me a few years into adulthood to realize just how few people most people actually see on a weekly basis). So, know that you're not alone in this dilemma.

A lot of it is just living your life and joining different groups/activities/networking that interest you. Then, make an effort to initiate conversations and ensure you're putting in effort to maintain these relationships to the point they organically evolve into real friendships. With that being said, I also believe it's a numbers' game and people are generally only going to prioritize a few people in their lives while the other relationships die or fall to the wayside.

Some things I think are important are:

Allow the friendship to evolve at a pace that feels natural to both individuals involved – seeming detached or overly eager to hang out can rub some people the wrong way. Sometimes, these aspects of a friendship just click, but there are other times when you can create great second-tier friendships by understanding the other person's boundaries and communicating your own accordingly

Don't pretend to be someone you're not or be overly agreeable. It feels distrustworthy when someone lacks their own opinions/sense of identity

Become interesting by being interested in others, but don't allow conversations to become one-sided on either side (especially in the long run)

Hope this helps xx

[darklilithian]

midheaven.

─ ཐི ⋅ ♰ ⋅ ཋྀ ─

the midheaven represents one's career, legacy, and public image. it also showcases details towards our achievements, the persona we withhold, and the type of careers we often find ourselves drawn to. it's located in the tenth house cusp which highlights core themes that are related to hard work, discipline, and challenges. it is directly opposite from the imum coeli which represents how one's desires or needs appears to be within their private home and domestic life.

⁺₊ ʚ aries

native is known for their pioneering spirit within the public eye as they are a natural-born leader with a strong ambition to accomplish their goals. independence is something that comes naturally to them and they prefer to work alone on their own accord at a quick pace. they may not be receptive towards having to receive orders from others, which could cause conflict within the workforce if they work with other people. they can be competitive individuals with an intense desire to succeed and are able to adapt to their work at a resilient pace due to their strong work ethic. they are easily able to possess a natural authoritative nature that can grant them multiple opportunities to rise towards higher positions in their career and even lead one of their own. it's important that these natives take upon leadership roles that will fuel growth in their career and inspire others in some way. they are likely to thrive in a career that ignite a deep passion and encourage them to take charge as their own individual boss.

⁺₊ ʚ taurus

native is known for their hard work within the public eye as they are persistent to achieve their goals. for them, through their work to enjoy the finer things life has to offer. they are drawn towards work that inspires their creativity and fulfills their pleasure towards luxury and beauty. they are likely to have a steady, slow approach towards building a career. they are very determined to succeed but may also be susceptible towards burnout or laziness if they are not motivated. with a refined taste for aesthetics, they relish partaking in work that inspires them to use their knack of knowledge related to art and beauty where they can showcase it to others. they can create and maintain a sufficient amount of income through various creative ways, including those that does not require much effort to do so. it's important that these natives create foundations that offers them a strong, evergrowing flow of income that'll provide security in their life. they are likely to thrive in a career that offers them stability and long-term financial growth that are able to last for future generations.

⁺₊ ʚ gemini

native is known for their excelled communication within the public eye as they are very skilled at expressing their own thoughts and ideas with others. their effective social skills allows them to effortlessly network and connect with other people. they easily cultivate strong connections that can be of great benefit to them in the long run and have a quick wit that grants them the ability to solve complex problems with very unique solutions. they enjoy being mentally stimulated with work that requires them to think outside of the box and are likely to delve into a series of research that grants them more knowledge. they are quite curious and enjoy learning new things that challenges them to further expand on their own intellect. if there is too much unfocused energy, there could be a sense of indecisiveness within their career. it's important that they take any distracted energies they may withold and transfer them into productive projects that will provide them prosperity with their work. they are likely to thrive in a career that encourages them to showcase their intellective and creative ideas or concepts with other people.

⁺₊ ʚ cancer

native is known for their empathetic approach within the public eye as they are intuitive and can easily pick up on the emotions of those whom are in their environments. they are protective over the people they care about and are likely to keep their home or private life hidden from the spotlight. if underdeveloped, they can come off as overly controlling or possessive towards their loved ones. they desire emotional fulfillment within their work, which can definitely be lead as the driving force in their career. there is an emphasis on how emotions and stability is a staple piece for how they decide to show up in their work. they may have experienced hidden anxiety due to an overwhelming pressure when it comes to taking on far more than they can handle. their compassion can become their demise if there's failure to check in every now and then on their own well-being. it's important that these natives feel emotionally safe when it comes to their work. they are likely to thrive in a career where they can use their empathy and intuition to contribute to those in need.

⁺₊ ʚ leo

native is known for their confidence within the public eye as they inspire others with their work. they are deeply ambitious with a willingness to put in much work to become successful in their careers. they are clever and inventive with the way they create their work, which often captures many people's attention. they don't often shy away from challenges that are presented to them and face them instead with true courage. their commitment is one of their greatest advantages that lets them overcome hurdles, which also inspires people to do the same as well. there could be one-sided competition from competitors who are jealous towards the amount of positive attention they receive from others. too much self-indulgence could also occur if they happen to become overly obsessive with having the spotlight. it's important that these natives maintain a balance between their desire to be recognized and their desire to fully express themselves in creative ways that showcases their truest self. they are likely to thrive in a career that allows them to incorporate inventive concepts into their creative pursuits that is able to inspire the masses.

⁺₊ ʚ virgo

native is known for their diligence within the public eye as they acquire a keen attention to details that can be used to solve complex problems. they are very committed towards their work and put in a lot of effort to perfect them. they are extremely intelligent and enjoy learning new things can be applied, especially if it can help improve the lives of others. they are likely to create methodical steps that allows them to pursue their goals in an efficient way, and their practical and analytical approach allows them to maintain a steady focus on their tasks with no distraction. their hard work can lead to them mastering their career and obtaining achievements in the long term through determined efforts. perfectionism can result in over-criticism towards themselves and their work, which can deter their focus from accomplishing goals at a sufficient pace. it's important that these natives understand that perfection is not necessary when it comes their work, true authenticity is what makes art complete. they are likely to thive in a career that require them to use their logic and critical thinking to help people improve in their own lives.

⁺₊ ʚ libra

native is known for their diplomacy within the public eye as they seek to maintain fairness amongst people. they are a diplomat who likes to immerse themselves in the different viewpoints and perspectives that people have because it allows them to gain a broader comprehension of the way others think. their capacity to understand differed opinions and beliefs of others makes it easy for them to bring groups of people together, which can be a great source of healing for many. being surrounded by aesthetics that are pleasing to the eye could inspire them to delve into innovative ideas where they make art of their own. their sociable nature can come with some negative effects, potential people pleasing tendencies could result in them being taken advantage of by those with negative intentions. they need to ensure there's a steady balance between their desire to connect with others while making sure they do not fall victim. it's important that these natives utilize their natural charm and social skills to create art amongst bringing people together. they are likely to thrive in a career that encourages them to delve into the creative arts or maintain harmony amongst the collective.

⁺₊ ʚ scorpio

native is known for their transformation within the public eye as they've faced much changes that have showed drastic impacts in their career. they are a mysterious enigma who's quite secretive when it comes to discussing their private life that goes on behind the scenes. they are independent and could care less for authority or being told what to do. they're either extremely loved or hated by people, and many strong opinions can be based off of their mere existence alone. they feel most alive when they're chasing after goals that grants them some kind of profound transformation in their own life. passion runs in their veins and these individuals will stop at nothing to achieve their desires. although their intense drive can be of great benefit to them, it can also lead to excessive burnout once they finally master whatever they were chasing after to begin with. it's important that these natives partake in work that inspires them to undergo deep metamorphosis related to the complex aspects that human existence has to offer. they are likely to thrive in a career that involves death, transformation, and uncovering utmost dark hidden truths.

⁺₊ ʚ sagittarius

native is known for their expansiveness within the public eye, as they crave gaining knowledge that they are able to share with others. they are very optimistic and withold enthusiasm towards learning more about the world around them. their versatility can provide them with multiple opportunities to cultivate significant success in their career. they often seek much adventure and building connections with people from different cultures. they become dissatisfied if they are in an environment that attempts to restrict their ability to explore or learn from a fresh perspective. they are easily adaptable to situations or spaces that are new to them due to their easily acceptable nature and can meet many people they are able to become closer with over time. their versatility can lead to many triumphs in their careers, but it can also lead to having no particular aim when it comes to finding the right path to pursue. it's important that these natives acquire the wisdom that they've gained through their experiences to educate or even enlighten people who can learn from their information. they are likely to thrive in a career that grants them with the freedom to travel and expand their perspectives about the world where they could share with others and teach them.

⁺₊ ʚ capricorn

native is known for their ambition within the public eye, as they are resilient towards achieving long-term goals. logic, discipline, and structure are potent themes when it relates towards the way they decide to approach their work. their strong ethic makes them very notable individuals who are often acknowledged for their accomplishments due to their precise dedication. they undergo significant growth through their career that can drastically reflect their career status or reputation from the collective. they are competitve and are able to find much strength in powering through challenges or roadblocks they face with courage. taking on a series of different responsibilities comes to them easily because they like to feel a deep sense of responsibility when it comes to their work. although their immense drive can provide much success in their career, it can lead to much losses as well in their connections if they isolate themselves or neglect their loved ones. it's important that these natives establishes a strong sense of duty within their work and become a leader. they are likely to thrive in a career that values discipline and practicality which provides them with long-term success.

⁺₊ ʚ aquarius

native is known for their innovative nature within the public eye, as they showcase groundbreaking ideas that changes the world. they are very innovative and often create unique original ideas that challenges the status quo. the traditional path is not one that they're quite fond of, instead they aspire to create their own that truly aligns within their desires. they are good at problem-solving in a way that may require them to think outside of the box and create fresh, eccentric ideas. people usually find themselves inspired by them due to their distinctive nature when it comes to the way they show up in their work. their originality brings great benefits, but it also brings quite some challenges as well. for instance, they may not mesh well with authority due to clashes when it comes to traditions that challenges their nonconformist beliefs. it's important that these natives challenge progressive concepts that inspires the collective to think on a newfound level. they are likely to thrive in a career that supports originality and making a change or impact in the world in a significant way.

⁺₊ ʚ pisces

native is known for their creativity within the public eye, as they have quite a dreamy-like essence that can be used to tap into their work. they are very imaginative and enjoy the concept of using art to express themselves in a mystical way enchants others. they are compassionate and can be drawn towards fields where they are able to use their intuition to help others in need. they prefer to work alone and on their own time that they desire to do so. they either work at an irregular pace or if they're truly passionate, do so with more efficiency due to having more focus on their work. they are likely to undergo various shifts in their career that changes and reflects their self-growth on a deep transformative level. if they are distracted, they may have a harder time adjusting to a career that fits best for them and can spend quite some time looking for the right fit. it's important that these natives hone their intuitive skills to partake in work which uplifts and services others. they are likely to thrive in a career in which they can express their creativity and positively affect others.

[stealingpotatoes]

Happy Birthday! I love your art! Not an ask but I actually had this stuck in my head when I saw the pinterest post about your name. Imperial officer: Sir, we've located the rebel artist on the holonet, they're stealingpotatoes...

Thrawn: I'm curious. How are they able to steal potatoes from a communications network?

Imperial officer: No sir. their name is stealingpotatoes. Thrawn: ...Get me Commander Vanto. First Ezra Bridger stomps around calling himself Jabba the Hutt, now this. Ar'alani was right...

the concept of me existing in the same universe as thrawn is incredibly funny given the context i usually draw him in

[zazaiafe2]

Full post about letting go in shifting

1) Letting go or the mysterious puzzle of shifting

Letting go is one of the most misunderstood concepts in the shifting community.

Many exhaust themselves asking: “How do I let go?”… which is ironically counterproductive, as it triggers the mind even more.

For some, it happens naturally. For others, it’s like a lock.

Spoiler: letting go isn’t a permanent state you need to maintain 24/7. It’s a key moment happening at a precise instant.

About half the people who shift on command (12 people on the survey sample) said they sometimes have a very “empty” mind (there were 26 participants, and they could pick multiple answers, that’s why the stats add up like this). Imagination also seems common among people who shift on command, likely because of the immersive aspect it creates.

2) Letting go: no need to "think about nothing" all the time

Based on many testimonies (including my own surveys):Many shifters say they had doubts, intrusive thoughts, even anxiety before successfully shifting.

The common pattern is that, at the critical moment of shifting, a switch occurs where:

- The environment becomes secondary.

- Thoughts naturally slow down.

- The brain shifts into a state of internal release.

It’s not a total absence of thought.

Rather: -> a distancing from one’s thoughts.

3) Letting go = temporary deactivation of the controlling ego

When shifting, the problem isn’t thinking itself but trying to consciously control every detail.

The analytical mind (the ego, the "controller") loves staying in charge.

-> Metaphor:

Imagine you’re a passenger on a boat.

Your ego wants to steer.

Letting go is the moment you allow your subconscious to take the wheel.

Letting go = trusting that the current will take you where you want to go without forcing the rudder.

4) Emotional state matters more than we think

Many believe that "intention" alone is enough.(It can be in some precise case)

In reality, emotional state (not just positive vs. negative, but stimulating vs. calming) plays a central role.

Interesting paradox:

Calm emotions (serenity, slight sadness, contemplative state) often seem more favorable than highly activated emotions (anger, extreme euphoria, anxiety).

The subconscious shifts better when it isn’t overwhelmed emotionally.

-> The mind needs to be able to glide, not fight, the emotion.

5) Why does letting go support shifting?

Neurocognitive hypothesis (based on research I've done):

Shifting seems to involve switching brain modes:

- Default Mode Network (DMN): self-centered, ruminative thinking, focused on self-awareness (of the CR).

- Low-latent mode (hypnagogic, hypnopompic):

-> opens up to broadened perceptions, new reality and identity perceptions.

Letting go helps transition into this receptive mode where assumption can truly take root.

Key moment:

-> "My mind disconnects and lets my identity glide into my DR."

⚠ Note: It’s not black and white. The DMN can help with preparation and constructing the DR, but at the key moment of shifting, it seems more favorable when the DMN activity drops, allowing easier passage.

6) Letting go ≠ abandoning intention

Many believe you have to completely forget you want to shift.

Wrong: it's more accurate to say you need to:

Maintain a soft, implicit intention.

But without trying to force or constantly check.

Sometimes, simple immersive visualizations, calming sensory affirmations, or just "being mentally in your DR" are enough.

❀ The key:

-> The intention is in the background, stable. The active mind is on pause.

7) The extreme example: stress can make shifting harder

Imagine trying to shift while being chased with a knife:

Even with the best affirmations, your brain would be overwhelmed by survival mode.

Why? Because the body is in a state of maximal activation of the limbic system.

The more emotionally overloaded you are → the harder it is to access the subtle shifting process; it gets locked.

That's why:

-> Calm conditions aren’t mandatory, but they are highly favorable.(Some profile are highly emotionally resilient which could change things a bit)

My favorite meditation for relaxation

8) Letting go isn’t "emptiness", it’s a selective opening

Many believe you have to “stop thinking” to let go. But that’s almost impossible. (For most profile)

In reality, it's often about redirecting your attention:

- Less analytical/logical thinking

- More immersive, sensory, narrative thinking

Examples:

- Feeling your DR without trying to visualize every detail

- Letting yourself be immersed in imagined sensations (sounds, smells, touch, etc.)

It’s not the absence of mental content, but rather mental content adapted to shifting.

If I can give an example: it's like floating in the middle of water. Your mind relaxes, thoughts come and go like waves, but you know the current will guide you to the right place.

9) Letting go and the “floating effect”

Many shifters describe an inner floating feeling just before shifting:

- A sense of weightlessness

- Sensory blur

- Light, pleasant dissociation

Why? The brain seems to enter a “low cognitive friction” mode:

-> Mental barriers between realities become thinner

-> The rigid ego temporarily falls asleep

Allowing this drifting feeling to naturally emerge can greatly facilitate shifting.

I would even say for some, sensory deprivation or certain sensory experiences might help them enter these states.

10) Accepting the imperfection of the mind

The trap of perfect letting go:

Many people get stuck because they want to be mentally perfect before shifting.

But:

- The mind fluctuates.

- Intrusive thoughts exist.

- Shifting doesn’t require unrealistic mental purity.

What to aim for:

-> Mental flexibility, not perfection.

Sometimes, intrusive thoughts fade away on their own by letting the DR sensations come to the foreground.

11) The importance of micro-moments of shift

We often believe that shifting requires hours of preparation.

But in reality:

Shifting often happens in a few key seconds when:

- The state of relaxation is reached.

- DR attention becomes dominant.

- The mind slides without being pulled back forcefully to CR.

These moments are subtle, but become recognizable with experience.

The more you practice identifying these mini-shifts, the more you develop a flexible "entry window."

12) Conclusion: don’t panic about letting go

You don’t need to be mentally perfect to shift.

Letting go is occasional, not permanent.

It’s a release of control at the key moment.

You can totally:

- Have doubts.

- Have intrusive thoughts.

But succeed in disconnecting at the right moment.

-> The most important: cultivate moments of gentle receptivity, no need for absolute control.

Bonus) Alpha, theta waves as well as binaural or isochronic sounds also seem ideal to induce a favorable state (not mandatory especially if you prefer not to have sound but it may help).

Link 1 (alpha waves)

Link 2(theta waves)

Link 3(isochronic tones)

(translated from my TikTok)