#Curiosity-driven learning
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recsspecs · 5 months ago
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In psychology, this is known as the Dunning-Kruger effect.
Poor students lack insight into their own limitations – as they would have to know about the vast amount of knowledge out there to be able to see how little they know in comparison. That means that those who are not very good at something tend to be overly confident, while those who have made an effort tend to underestimate their abilities. Poor students also have no trouble finding a question to write about: they neither lack opinions nor the confidence that they have already thought them through. They also won’t have trouble finding confirming evidence in the literature as they usually lack both interest and skill to detect and think through disconfirming facts and arguments.
- How to Take Smart Notes (Sönke Ahrens)
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cyber-soul-smartz · 1 year ago
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Cultivating a Holistic Mindset for Effective Manifestation
Cultivating a Holistic Mindset through Meditation Reasoner, H. When most people say that our thoughts create our reality, they often think it is just one isolated thought repeated several times. But the truth is, our entire mindset, with its multitude of thoughts, plays a significant role. Each thought is a building block, a crucial foundation for constructing our mindset. This is why…
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kidsblossom · 1 year ago
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Exploring the Wonders of Messy Science: Engaging Experiments for Curious Toddlers
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Are you ready to embark on an adventure of discovery with your little one? Welcome to the world of messy science, where playful scientific activities ignite curiosity-driven learning in curious toddlers. From colorful concoctions to fizzy reactions, messy science experiments offer endless opportunities for exploration and fun.
Playful scientific activities are not just about learning facts from a book; they're about hands-on experiences that stimulate all the senses. Toddlers are naturally curious, eager to touch, taste, and explore everything around them. Messy science experiments provide the perfect outlet for their boundless curiosity, allowing them to engage with the world in a tangible way.
One of the greatest benefits of messy science for toddlers is the opportunity for open-ended exploration. Unlike structured activities, messy science experiments encourage children to ask questions, make predictions, and draw their own conclusions. Whether they're mixing colors to create a rainbow or observing the effects of baking soda and vinegar, toddlers are actively engaged in the scientific process from start to finish.
Curiosity-driven learning lies at the heart of messy science. When children are genuinely interested in a topic, they are more motivated to learn and retain information. By allowing toddlers to take the lead in their scientific explorations, parents and caregivers can foster a lifelong love of learning. Plus, messy science experiments provide valuable opportunities for problem-solving and critical thinking skills development.
But what exactly does messy science look like for toddlers? Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Sensory Exploration:
Set up a sensory bin filled with items like water beads, rice, or kinetic sand. Encourage your toddler to explore different textures and sensations through touch and manipulation.
Color Mixing:
Fill several containers with water and add a few drops of food coloring to each one. Let your toddler experiment with mixing primary colors to create secondary colors.
Fizzy Reactions:
Combine baking soda and vinegar in a shallow container and watch as it fizzes and bubbles. Add a few drops of food coloring to make the reaction even more colorful.
Messy Art:
Spread a large piece of paper or canvas on the ground and let your toddler explore painting with their hands, feet, or even whole body. The process is just as important as the final product!
DIY Slime:
Mix together equal parts glue and liquid starch to create a stretchy, squishy slime that will provide hours of sensory fun.
Remember, the goal of messy science is not to create perfect results, but to encourage exploration, experimentation, and creativity. Embrace the messiness and enjoy the journey of discovery alongside your curious toddler. Who knows what amazing discoveries you'll make together?
Conclusion
In conclusion, messy science offers a world of excitement and wonder for curious toddlers. Through playful scientific activities, children can engage in hands-on exploration that sparks their natural curiosity and fosters a love of learning. So roll up your sleeves, gather your supplies, and get ready to dive into the messy world of science with your little one. The possibilities are endless!
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whentherewerebicycles · 10 months ago
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this sucks lol
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barbeyprep · 1 month ago
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A love for learning begins in childhood. Daycare and preschool in New York, offer children an environment where curiosity is encouraged, and everyday moments are transformed into meaningful learning experiences. These experiences play a vital role in building the foundation for lifelong growth and exploration.
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financia012 · 9 months ago
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The Best Piece of Advice I Ever Received
Daily writing promptWhat’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received?View all responses In life, we often stumble upon words of wisdom that stick with us, shaping our decisions and guiding our actions. For me, the best piece of advice I ever received was simple yet profound: “Never stop learning.” The Importance of Lifelong Learning This advice was given to me by a mentor, and over time, I…
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iamthedukeofurl · 1 year ago
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So this is just my take, but the key to understanding Kabru Dungeon Meshi is understanding that the Touden's party was one of the top parties in the dungeon.
You eventually learn the mission they were on when they encountered the red dragon, and it involved going as far into the dungeon as anybody had gone before. Their party lineup was two top-level mages, Marcille and Falin (okay, Marcille's practical magic skills are kind of questionable, but we're told that Falin was extremely talented within her areas of specialty) Two excellent fighters: Shuro and Namari, and Chilchuck, who considering that he runs the guild, is likely one of the most experienced half-foot trapsmiths working on the island. Laios is party leader, and while he's not the greatest fighter, he's quite good, and his obsessive knowledge of monsters means that he can guide the others. You see how Laois's knowledge helps the party already, now imagine if they had a support caster, a dwarf whose almost certainly a much better fighter than Senshi, and another tallman who is almost certainly a much better fighter than Laois all working on that knowledge.
So with that in mind, lets revisit Kabru and his obsession. Kabru knows people, and can read them very well. He's also got a wider perspective on the nature and danger of dungeons due to his backstory. Kabru isn't here to get rich delving the dungeon, he's here to Solve A Problem. He's a relatively recent arrival to the island, that or his mismatched skillset means that he and his party are much slower to progress through it than the Touden's party. Either way, he spots the Touden party as The Party To Watch when it comes to conquering the dungeon. Laois, as party leader, is obviously of particular concern. So, Kabru turns all his insight onto Laois and he gets...nothing. Laois cares about money from a pragmatic standpoint, but isn't especially concerned with it. He's easily conned. He's not driven by hatred, greed, or ambition. There's some curiosity there, but it's not the driving curiosity of an obsessive academic, Laois is an enthusiastic hobbyist who has figured out how to make his particular interest into a valuable skillset. Kabru is looking for the protagonist of an epic fantasy tale, and he finds...just a guy. A guy who didn't feel at home anywhere, and found a place and a life where he was welcome and valued. A guy whose skillset and companions puts him first in a race he doesn't even know he's running. And if you're Kabru, that's infuriating and fascinating in equal measure.
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bunni-v1 · 4 months ago
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May we get some crk thoughts, my liege? I too have a hyperfixation—
Shadow Milk Cookie Headcannons (SFW & NSFW)
🍓Thank you for the excuse to write this shit, I feel less insane being asked to do it lol. I still think this might taint my public image, so lets hope none of my future employers fuck with tumblr. Anyway only smc since he's who I'm obsessing over. I was gonna add pv, but I write wayyyy too much to include both of them on one post. Maybe I'll do him if someone asks nicely. I'll have a mix of both sfw and nsfw so beware lol.
MDNI (I'll find u)
TW: Shadow Milk Cookie; Obsessive behaviors; Stalking mentioned; Nsfw under the cut; unedited
Info: Shadow Milk Cookie x Reader; Sfw & Nsfw headcannons
Credit for Beast Bite Idea: @rollingeevee (go give them love I adore this AU)
-To start I'm gonna say, he's insane, like genuinely. He leans into a lot of yandere-esque behaviors, but I firmly believe he's not a full-on yandere, just really fucked up in the head (trauma and such, poor thing, wah wah wah.)
-Pre-Corruption Shadow Milk surely had a lot of admirers, but admiration is very different from genuine love and connection. He was, in a very literal sense, on a different level than all the cookies on earthbread. He's immortal, a god meant to care for all cookies, romantic relationships with cookies (other than the other heroes) just aren't an option in his mind. (For the sake of these, none of the beasts have had any romantic interaction with him, because I don't wanna deal with that can of worms rn.)
-All that to say, it's highly unlikely he has much experience in relationships. Maybe he's had flings, and some sexual encounters, but I doubt he would commit to someone he would inevitably lose to time. And, sure, he certainly could artificially extend their lifetime... but that's unethical and unfair to his partner. The burden of immortality is not one a regular cookie is baked to bear.
-So when he is inevitably corrupted and sealed away, romance isn't really a thought on his mind. He's very fixated on escaping that stupid tree and enacting his revenge. Which he does, at least in part, and with his freedom comes half of his powers and ensuing chaos.
-There are not many ways he could meet you if I'm quite honest, so I'll leave that up to personal interpretation. However you do meet him, though, you have to be intriguing. He gets bored of people easily, so you have to stand out -- be that in your demeanor or the way you speak or how you challenge him, it just has to be interesting. Once he's interested he's hooked.
-He's rather... mmm... obsessive? He likely stalks you for a while before he makes any moves. He wants to learn your patterns, the cookies you surround yourself with, the things you like, your job, your favorite foods, what flowers you like, and how do you feel about his chaos? He'll even manipulate things around you, just to see how you might react. (Is it fucked up? Yeah, lol! But isn't it equally endearing? He seems to think so.)
-You have frequent reoccurring dreams about him in this period of time. You've only seen him from a distance at this point, but you can't quite shake him from your thoughts. What's very important here is that you realize that your thoughts are not your own. Acknowledge that he's watching, and make sure that he's aware you're aware. Be that by purposefully doing something he could recognize as acknowledgment, or outright saying that you're aware he's messing with you. He values curiosity and intelligence in a person, if you can break yourself out of his cycle he's 100% sold on you.
-It doesn't take much longer after that for him to make his first official appearance. Bowing gracefully in front of you as he materializes from thin air, smiling like a man driven mad by infatuation.
-Believe it or not, he's really not all that creepy or pushy. He's very playful and charming, and while you have the knowledge he'd been watching you for a long time at this point, it's hard not to fall for him. He flirts with an ease that no other cookie really has, and he's so very funny never failing to get a smile out of you at his jokes.
-Now, this may go against what others characterize him as a lot, but I don't believe he's the type to steal you away and lock you up. Shadow Milk is a cookie who wants to be wanted, he doesn't want his feelings to be entirely one-sided, it would really hurt him to pour himself into someone who does not want to reciprocate his passions.
-He's unbelievably patient with you. Despite what the mental manipulation from earlier implies, he allows you to set the pace and make the moves, mostly nudging you gently in the direction he wants you to go now that he has your attention. Again, he wants you to choose him. He wants you to love him, so he will happily wait as long as it takes for you to realize and accept your longing for him.
-He gives you the flowers you like, and listens to you talk about your exceedingly boring days (with rapt attention, of course, he loves listening to you talk as much as he loves talking). If you ask, he'll take you anywhere you'd like to go on earthbread with a snap of his fingers, showing you sights you'd only dreamed of seeing. (Whether or not these are illusions are still up for debate).
-It's very hard not to fall for him with all this considered, and he knows that of course. He was just waiting for you to confess, and you have to confess. He won't do it even if you make it clear you want him to. It's not something he'd ever admit to you -- or himself -- but he doesn't want to risk even the slightest bit of rejection. It would break him more than he's already been broken, so you'll have to do it for our poor little jester.
-When you do though? Oh, he's over the moon! Practically swooning as he scoops you up and spins you around in celebration. He's so overjoyed. He is wanted, there is someone in this world who loves him genuinely. There's no false platitudes or any worshipping done, just raw affection between the two of you. (Just the tiniest bit of manipulation at the start, but obviously you've dismissed and forgiven that at this point).
-Again, he doesn't immediately take you away from your life if you don't wish to be. He does heavily encourage you to come spend your days with him, though. He can take care of you, he's literally a god, you'll never ever want for anything so long as he can control it (which he can, duh).
-I feel it very important to emphasize that in a relationship with him, you are equal. Even if you literally cannot be equal in stature and power, you are equal in the relationship -- if anything you have more sway over him than he does over you. He's very, very in love with you, and he will do just about anything you ask of him so long as it doesn't interfere with obtaining his souljam.
-Having established that, let's get to the fun stuff.
-Shadow Milk Cookie is very physically and verbally affectionate. If you are around him it's likely he's touching you in some way. Whether that's him literally hanging off you like a baby monkey or just a hand on your arm, he likes to have a physical tether to you.
-Plenty of messy wet kisses all over your cute little face, he loves seeing you get all flustered and feeling your dough burn up from his barrage of affections.
-It's also very common for him to carry you around in various different styles. Over the shoulder, piggback, princess style, like a sack of potatoes... doesn't really matter. It's also a regular occurrence that you fall asleep as he floats around the spire of all knowledge. He doesn't need sleep, and he does not sleep often, but he likes holding you while you do so. It's proof of your trust in him, and he usually uses the time you are sleeping to be more genuinely affectionate. Soft words whispered in your ears bringing you sweet dreams as he runs his hands up and down your back, kissing the crown of your head with such love it would make a grown man blush.
-He calls you cute little nicknames, like shortcake or sweet thing. The most common, and his favorites, are doll/dolly and little star. (Little star is something he hums with such affection it makes you weak in the knees. You know he's feeling more adoring when he uses it.) Talks about how cute you are, how pretty you are, how desirable you are. How any cookie would be so lucky to have you -- too bad they could never compete with him!
-That being said, most of his affections are pretty surface-level stuff at the start of the relationship. At least, what you get to see. He has a hard time opening up to others, he's a very sensitive cookie deep down in his dough. It takes quite a while to get him out of his shell and start showing you who he is as himself.
-Who he is, is a very aching cookie. He lost so much, struggled with his own corruption, and still hasn't fully accepted it himself. He feels as though he has been betrayed and discarded by everything he once loved, it's no wonder he has a hard time showing you such ugly sides of himself.
-You warm him up, melt him slowly, and you get to see peaks of genuine love and adoration behind those heterochromatic eyes. He may never allow you to see all of him at once, but you do get to know him. If you continue to love him despite seeing the uglier side of things, there is a distinct shift in the way he showers you in affection.
-Initially, he's very showy with everything, his love is a spectacle for the two of you to watch. It's almost like he's put himself outside of the relationship rather than in it. After he opens up, it's quieter, more intimate. He's more involved in it, like it's less about showing you how much he loves you, and more about sharing that mutual feeling between the two of you.
-You didn't have much room to show him how much you cared for him, but now you do. He allows you to initiate physical affection and doesn't flinch away at the touch. He accepts your words of admiration for what they are, not questioning your intentions for any reason.
-Kisses are softer, more full of emotion. Less like he's drowning you and more like he's trying to swallow you up. Desperation to have you as close to him as possible can take him over quite frequently during make-out sessions, and they leave you breathless and fuzzy rather than burning and flustered.
-Now, you can't write Shadow Milk without acknowledging how fucking jealous he is all the time. Now, I believe it's less of a jealousy thing (though, that really is something that is frequent), and more of a possessive/protective thing.
-He doesn't get jealous of the average cookie, alright, not unless you show interest for whatever reason. They're not really a threat to him, and why would they be? He's secure enough to know that you wouldn't leave him for some random half-baked simpleton. HOWEVER, he DOES get jealous of the other beasts and especially Pure Vanilla Cookie.
-The other beasts aren't as powerful as him, but they're still powerful and cunning (some of them at least). Truly, on a level of divinity and ability to care for you, they are his closest competition. Even still, he only gets jealous if one of them seems to want to stake a claim on you, or you become too fascinated with one of them.
-If neither is the case, he highly encourages you to form relationships with them. They are cookies that, seemingly, he cares for. While they can be difficult to get along with, if you are someone Shadow Milk deems worth his time, you are someone they will also deem worth their time.
-Ah, I should also mention he gets... pouty about Black Sapphire and Candy Apple. He doesn't see either of them as a threat, so I couldn't say he's jealous... he just gets annoyed when you're being attentive to them when he's around. Black Sapphire is smart enough to set hard boundaries with you to start, for both of your sakes, but your relationship with him is very positive. You are Shadow Milk Cookies partner, after all, you're a very important Cookie and Black Sapphire has no reason to be unkind to you.
-Candy Apple Cookie on the other hand is the one who's jealous here. You find her positively adorable and her little crush on Shadow Milk is nothing but endearing in your eyes, but she very much is huffy about your relationship with him. Of course, she can't do anything to you, that would only turn against her in the end so she just pouts. You can win her over slowly, though, just by being sweet to her and comforting her when Shadow Milk rejects her once again.
-Your relationship with them seemingly pleases Shadow Milk, though you can't really tell if he's happy or not. Sometimes he seems pleased, other times he's pouty, so who really knows other than him.
-However, the cookie that really seriously gets under his skin the most is Pure Vanilla. He does everything in his power to keep the two of you as far away from one another as possible, but it's almost inevitable that you meet PV, especially when he becomes Truthless Recluse.
-Pure Vanilla is everything Shadow Milk is not. Kind, gentle, patient, soft-spoken, and of course truthful. He's very afraid you may meet PV and realize that you do not want to be with him anymore. You would rather have someone like Pure Vanilla Cookie to dote on you in a fashion that he cannot bring himself to do openly yet.
-Of course, you don't, but that doesn't stop the fear from seeping into his dough. The only way to ease him is by being patient and displaying your loyalty through and through. He won't really be calm until Pure Vanilla is take care of, but you can assure him that you won't be leaving him for his other half anytime soon.
-Circling back to his possessive and protective tendencies, Shadow Milk does see you as an object of his affection. He is fully aware you are your own cookie, you are not something he ever wishes to control entirely and remove autonomy from, but you are his. His to keep and love and protect.
-He's very obsessive about your well-being and happiness. If something hurts you (alive or not), it's gone, destroyed. He won't even make a show of it, it just disappears. If you are upset, he is there doing everything to make you feel better. Whatever you want, whatever you need! He's here for you, please rely on him (he needs you to rely on him).
-If you are out and about he keeps an eye on you, which you are aware of. It's rather obvious, so even if he doesn't tell you, you can feel him watching you. Ignoring it becomes easier with time, but if anything happens to you he wastes no time in popping up and taking care of whatever happens.
-This leads into my next headcanon (inspired by the ever-talented @rollingeevee go check them out!), he has a bite of sorts that he uses as a means of monitoring you. It's something he uses to pinpoint where you are at all times, even when he's not monitoring you actively. The bite acts as a connection between you and him, emotionally and physically tying the two of you together.
-You can feel what he feels through the bite, anger, sadness, joy, pretty much anything he feels you can feel. It also acts as a reminder to you that you should not stray too far from where he is, sending an uncomfortably heavy feeling through your dough. (This is a manifestation of his worry, and it only really happens when he notices you've gone somewhere a little too far from the safety of the spire).
-However, this goes both ways. He can also feel what you feel at the same intensity that you feel it. You can, likely less so, also tell where he is. There is a pull in the back of your mind from the magic telling you where to find him at all times, and it only lets go when you are in proximity of him. If you miss him, he feels the same heavy feeling in his dough reminding him that you would like him by your side.
-Now, finally, we have to address the topic of mortality. Shadow Milk is likely more aware than you ever will be of how mortal you really are. This is why he's so very protective and possessive of you, he doesn't want to lose you prematurely.
-However, if you are okay with it, he is completely fine with artificially extending your life span. In fact, he does it happily. He might even start doing it without asking if the topic hasn't been broached in a certain amount of time. He wants to spend as long as you'll allow him by your side, and if that means breaking a few rules of magic and cookie society then so be it. He's a god after all, he doesn't have to answer to anyone (other than the witches).
-Anyway, let's get to the shit you freaks are really here for. (Me, I'm freaks.)
-I don't really think sexual intimacy is something Shadow Milk desires all that much, but he more so likes it because it's... interesting? I'm sure he derives physical pleasure from sexual intercourse, but less so than the average cookie might. Most of his enjoyment comes from seeing you enjoy yourself.
-It goes without saying, but Shadow Milk Cookie is a freak. He's into pretty much anything under the sun (except maybe one thing...), and so long as you're down to try something he's happy to oblige you.
-He is a switch, but he leans dom most of the time, and you won't get him to sub early on in your relationship. That requires a bit too much trust for him, so he'll need time to be cool with giving you that kind of control over him. But he will bottom for you as your relationship progresses, and that's a whole different side to him.
-Lets start with him in a dominant role, though, since it's more common to get from him.
-Obviously, he's a tease, through and through. He loves to watch you squirm and react to the things he does. Tantalizingly light touches drawn over your dough, teeth grazing your soft body almost piercing but never quite getting deep enough, heated breath blown over your most sensitive spots but never relieving you with his mouth as you so desperately need.
-Truthfully he could spend another thousand years just tracing over you, committing each inch to memory until he's satisfied in knowing every inch of you. Unfortunately, (or fortunately), he's not nearly as patient in the bedroom as he is outside of it. Not with all of you on display for him, so trusting and open, ready for him to defile you. Oh, his sweet, sweet little dolly~
-Even with his impatience, his teasing does not stop. His hands continue to ghost over you, making sure you're still squirming even as he succumbs to his need to taste you.
-Oh, and tastes you he does. He doesn't have to subscribe to regular cookie physical limitations, so he somehow manages to swallow you whole. Jaw unhinging so he can get as much as he needs from you, tongue splitting itself to give you attention everywhere, and god is it long and dexterous. He can reach so very deep and it moves with such precision, it makes you cum embarrassingly fast.
-That is if he allows you to cum in the first place. He's a big fan of edging, which shouldn't be a surprise. He likes to get you so close, then deny you of your pleasure. Your whining and grumbling is the cutest thing on all of earthbread, don't you know? He can't help but edge you when you're so damn cute every time.
-Your pleasure is in his hands, and it requires such relinquishing of power and trust. In a weird way it makes him feel warm and fuzzy inside, especially when you thank him over and over once he finally allows you to come undone after hours of teasing.
-Speaking of, he is a big fan of being praised for the work he does on you. Your moans and pleas are reward enough, but if you mumble out about how good you feel, how much you love him, how amazing he is he'll become drunk on your praise. Chasing after it with fervor, meaning he's going down on you with so much more excitement somehow.
-He's into blood (jam?) play. He likes leaving physical reminders of your relationship all over your body (yes, even ur vag/dick if you let him). With how sharp his teeth are, it's impossible for you not to bleed when he does so, and he does really like the sight of your jam. It's so pretty and so different from his own, another reminder of how different you are, and how much you trust him. (He'll lick it up and purr at the taste.)
-Bruises are also littered about your dough, his grip on you is tight, like you might slip away from him. The treatment is rough and harsh, but it feels so nice to be manhandled by him. The bruises are just nice little reminders of who you belong to. (He gets all proud when other cookies worry about them, like he's done something worthy of praise).
-He likes watching, he's very much a voyeur. Occasionally requests that you pleasure yourself for him so he can watch you struggle to get off, and he'll only help you out when you're near tears begging him.
-He prefers coming across you by himself, without having to request it. Or just feeling waves of pleasure through your bite. He'll watch you quietly fuck yourself without letting you know he's there. (Though, you most certainly can feel his eyes on you, that's what makes it so fun right?) Sometimes he'll join you after, and other and times he'll leave you be, it's 50/50 either way and regardless you still end up happy.
-If anyone else walks in on you when you're alone, he's very unpleasant. Accident or not they'll learn to be more aware of their surroundings next time.
-That doesn't mean he's against being watched though. Actually, he finds the idea of someone else seeing how well he treats you enticing (especially if it's someone like Pure Vanilla hehe). If you are together and someone walks in (or spots you in public), he won't stop. Instead, he'll lock eyes with them and smile big and wide, showing off his favorite little dolly for them.
-He's just so proud of you, and you're so very pretty beneath him, the whole world should get to see how you fall apart for him. He'll even make you look at them just to see how you fluster.
-If the offender tries to do anything other than watch, though, well... I really hope they didn't want to live for much longer. He's very much not a sharer, at all. The idea of anyone even thinking they could touch you and make you feel good both makes him laugh and want to tear them apart at once.
-He's very much into roleplaying and can get really into it. To the point, it loses the sexiness and is just the two of you playing around, which can be a bummer but is usually really fun. He likes things that lean into power dynamics but explicitly avoids god/king and worshipper/subject. A little too close to home for him, and would honestly be too boring and basic for him.
-He loves it when you dress up for him in pretty little outfits, be it lingerie or something more cutesy, he adores it regardless. Going out of your way to pretty up for him is a huge turn-on. He also loves it when you let him dress you up how he likes. Regardless of what you're wearing, it's not coming off the whole night. It will get ruined and he won't apologize for it. Besides, he can just replace it, right?
-Sex is more fun for him, but he can be intimate when he wants to be. Usually, when you're in control, he is at his most gentle. Yes, he's a brat when he bottoms and he'll fight you tooth and nail, but once you get him to submit he's the softest and sweetest you've ever seen him.
-He looks at you like you're the god, wide eyes taking in everything you do with such admiration it might make you crumble on the spot.
-He's much quieter, treating it less like a spectacle. Moans soft and squeaky, like he's not used to using his voice in such a way. He clings to you like a vice at each little movement, almost afraid you might disappear if he lets you go.
-Oh, and he praises you so much. 'So good', 'Thank you', 'You're perfect', and 'I love you' all tumble from him with such genuine gratitude.
-Being allowed to let his guard down and have you take control is cathartic for him, which is why it's so uncommon to have it happen. It's why he fights you for control so hard because this is an intimacy he isn't used to. It is hard for him to allow you to see him so weak, but you never use it against him. You're so very sweet and loving, and it makes him melt like butter in your grasp.
-If you have the bite I mentioned earlier, it only makes things so much more intense. Both of you can feel the raw emotion connecting the two of you, making the pleasure heighten further.
-In fact, when he gives you the bite it's the first time he allows you to top him. To connect you to him makes him very vulnerable, so he would naturally have to be in a vulnerable state already when he does so.
-It's unlike any of his other bites, it's far more painful when he initially bites down, but when his magic flows through it your body feels light and airy. The pleasurable feeling wrapping itself around your spine, and you feel what he's feeling. All that adoration pours into your being at once, and it's overwhelming to really feel how much he loves you.
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wisdomandroyalty · 2 years ago
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A Journey with Your Child Exploring Nature
Unveil the magic of your backyard with your child! 🌿 Explore vibrant bird species, captivating insects, and blooming flowers. 🦜🦋 Let curiosity thrive in nature's embrace. #BackyardExploration #NatureWithKids 🌼#WizBlog #Lifestyle
Backyards are magical spaces where people of all ages can unwind and embrace joy. When you step into your backyard oasis, remember that you are never alone. Nature, with its vibrant inhabitants, eagerly awaits to join you in your moments of tranquility and playfulness. So go out there and revel in the shared company of the world around you! Your backyard is a treasure trove of wonder, brimming…
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mbari-blog · 1 month ago
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Send this to another deep-sea lover 🌊🩵⁠ ⁠ The deep sea is the largest living space on Earth. Each dive into the ocean’s inky depths teaches us something new about this environment. MBARI’s advanced underwater technology is revealing the stunning community of life that thrives in the deep, including many species previously unknown to science.⁠ ⁠ Studying our blue backyard has revealed our connection to the ocean—how it sustains us and how our actions affect its future. MBARI scientists, engineers, communications staff, and marine operations crew are driven by a curiosity to learn more about the ocean and a passion to protect its future.⁠
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petite-guignol · 3 months ago
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One thing i really like in FFXIV is the characterization of Azem... a wanderer who travels far and wide, whose insatiable curiosity means they can't keep their nose out of anyone's business. someone who's always quick to offer help, no matter how insignificant or cosmically important the problem. fearless to the point of recklessness, up for anything but especially if its ridiculously dangerous. Driven by a desire to go everywhere, do everything, learn everything, make a friend out of everyone they meet. They even kind of incorporated the fact that the actions of a human-controlled character simply wouldn't make any sense when viewed from an in-universe perspective by making Azem this sort of whimsical and unpredictable character, someone whose opaque motives often confound and infuriate those around them even as they inspire fondness.
idk, as a characterization specifically of the player and their role -- a strange, capricious, joyful creature whose boundless love for the world and everyone in it draws them into story after story -- it's extremely affectionate and sweet, but still manages to ring true.
it just kinda makes me smile when i think about it.
also as a concept it's sort of like, "what if nyarlathotep was nice", which is very cute, also very accurate to RPG players, and extremely funny
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aeth-eris · 4 months ago
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★ the 10th house vs. the 4th house: public vs. private persona ★
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★ aries midheaven | libra ic ★ — public persona: the leader | private persona: the peacemaker
aries midheaven presents itself as bold, ambitious, and fiercely independent. these people thrive in leadership roles, making decisions with confidence and determination. they carry themselves with a competitive edge, pushing forward without waiting for approval. their energy is assertive, strong, and at times, intimidating. they seem to move through the world with unshakable courage, unafraid to take risks or claim their authority. the public sees them as warriors—unstoppable, passionate, and self-driven.
but at home, libra ic craves peace, balance, and connection. behind closed doors, they are softer, more accommodating, and reluctant to start conflicts. they don’t want to argue or push for dominance; they want harmony. they often suppress their personal needs to keep things peaceful within their private life. they showcase aries because the world respects strength, but in truth, they long for a space where they don’t have to fight for everything. they just want to breathe.
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★ taurus midheaven | scorpio ic ★ — public persona: the stable provider | private persona: the emotional storm
taurus midheaven builds an image of unwavering reliability. these people are seen as practical, steady, and committed to long-term success. they carry themselves with a sense of calm and authority, never appearing rushed or easily flustered. they project an aura of stability, preferring consistency over sudden changes. their public image is one of someone who can be trusted, who delivers results, who moves through life with a quiet but powerful sense of control.
but scorpio ic means their private life is a world of intensity and emotional depth. at home, they feel everything too much—possessive, secretive, and struggling with deep trust issues. they don’t let people into their most vulnerable spaces easily, fearing betrayal or exposure. they put on the taurus mask because the world values stability, but in truth, they carry emotional battles no one sees. their strength comes from learning how to hide the storm.
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★ gemini midheaven | sagittarius ic ★ — public persona: the intellectual | private persona: the wanderer
gemini midheaven presents itself as sharp, articulate, and adaptable. these people are known for their intelligence, curiosity, and ability to connect with diverse groups. they thrive in public spaces where communication and quick thinking are valued. their persona is built on wit and knowledge, giving the impression that they are always one step ahead. they rarely appear emotionally invested, preferring to keep things light, engaging, and full of variety.
but sagittarius ic craves escape, adventure, and freedom. at home, they struggle with feeling confined, often seeking physical or mental space to avoid stagnation. they are restless, drawn to different philosophies, and easily bored by routine. they showcase gemini because the world values intellect, but in truth, they long to break free from expectations. the need for stability in their career contrasts with their private desire to run far away from anything that feels limiting.
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★ cancer midheaven | capricorn ic ★ — public persona: the nurturer | private persona: the survivor
cancer midheaven presents itself as caring, emotionally intelligent, and deeply protective. these people are seen as nurturing figures in their public lives, providing support and guidance to others. they build reputations based on their ability to connect with people on a personal level, offering warmth and reassurance. their career choices often center around caregiving, whether through leadership or service-oriented roles. they appear deeply empathetic, willing to put others before themselves.
but capricorn ic means their private life is far more rigid and disciplined. at home, they are serious, structured, and often carry the weight of responsibility alone. they may have grown up in an environment that required them to be stronger than they should have been. they put on the cancer mask because the world values kindness, but in truth, they are hardened by past struggles. their tenderness is a performance, masking an internalized expectation to never break.
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★ leo midheaven | aquarius ic ★ — public persona: the star | private persona: the outsider
leo midheaven carries itself with confidence, warmth, and charisma. these people know how to command attention and are often seen as natural performers or leaders. they exude an energy that makes people look up to them, trusting their vision and authority. they cultivate an image of success, creativity, and self-assuredness, giving off the impression that they belong in the spotlight. in public, they appear bold and fearless, rarely showing insecurity.
but aquarius ic means their private world is much more detached. at home, they feel like outsiders, struggling to connect on an emotional level. they crave independence and may isolate themselves, preferring intellectual stimulation over deep emotional bonds. they showcase leo because the world values confidence, but in truth, they often feel disconnected from the very admiration they receive. they are surrounded by people but privately wonder if anyone truly understands them.
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★ virgo midheaven | pisces ic ★ — public persona: the perfectionist | private persona: the dreamer
virgo midheaven projects a reputation of precision, discipline, and expertise. these people are seen as highly competent, detail-oriented, and hardworking. their public image revolves around their ability to organize and improve everything they touch. they give off an aura of responsibility, always appearing in control of their work and their surroundings. people see them as reliable, capable, and unwilling to accept mediocrity.
but pisces ic means their private world is full of daydreams, emotions, and chaotic thoughts. at home, they struggle with boundaries, often escaping into fantasy to cope with reality. they are deeply sentimental, prone to nostalgia, and more fluid than they appear. they put on the virgo mask because the world values order, but in truth, they exist between dreams and reality, never feeling fully anchored in either. their perfectionism is a shield against the messiness of their inner world.
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★ libra midheaven | aries ic ★ — public persona: the diplomat | private persona: the fighter
libra midheaven presents itself as poised, diplomatic, and socially refined. these individuals know how to keep the peace, say the right things, and maintain a carefully crafted image of grace. they are known for their ability to navigate social dynamics effortlessly, always appearing fair, logical, and accommodating. they build a public reputation of balance and charm, ensuring they are well-liked and respected in professional and social spaces.
but at home, aries ic makes them anything but calm. behind closed doors, they are impulsive, impatient, and prone to sudden bursts of anger. they struggle with emotional regulation, often feeling restless and easily irritated. while they appear measured in public, their private life is filled with moments of raw intensity. they put on the libra mask because the world values diplomacy, but in truth, they long to let their unfiltered passion take control without consequence.
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★ scorpio midheaven | taurus ic ★ — public persona: the strategist | private persona: the comfort-seeker
scorpio midheaven is intense, powerful, and deeply strategic. these people craft a public image of mystery, depth, and control. they are seen as private yet influential, often exuding an air of someone who knows more than they say. they are careful with their reputation, never revealing too much, and maintaining an aura of authority. their career choices often reflect their ability to handle crisis, transformation, or high-pressure environments.
but at home, taurus ic craves stability, softness, and security. behind closed doors, they are deeply rooted in routine, preferring comfort over chaos. they indulge in sensory pleasures—good food, cozy spaces, familiar environments. while they appear emotionally impenetrable to the public, their private life revolves around finding peace. they put on the scorpio mask because the world values strength and secrecy, but in truth, they just want a life that is simple, steady, and safe.
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★ sagittarius midheaven | gemini ic ★ — public persona: the visionary | private persona: the overthinker
sagittarius midheaven carries itself with wisdom, optimism, and an expansive sense of possibility. they are seen as risk-takers, adventurers, and big-picture thinkers. their public persona is one of knowledge and exploration, someone who thrives in leadership roles that require vision, movement, and enthusiasm. they project an image of confidence, as if they are always looking toward the next great thing.
but at home, gemini ic makes their mind restless, scattered, and endlessly searching for answers they’ll never find. behind closed doors, they overthink everything, bouncing between ideas, struggling to sit still. their emotions are intellectualized, rarely processed in a way that feels satisfying. while they appear certain in public, privately, they second-guess themselves constantly. they put on the sagittarius mask because the world values confidence, but in truth, they are mentally exhausted, trapped in a spiral of their own thoughts.
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★ capricorn midheaven | cancer ic ★ — public persona: the authority | private persona: the nurturer
capricorn midheaven builds an image of discipline, control, and high achievement. these people are seen as responsible, determined, and unwavering in their ambition. their career is often their greatest focus, and they hold themselves to impossibly high standards. they carry themselves with a sense of authority, never appearing weak or unfocused. they take their public reputation seriously, ensuring they are seen as competent and respected.
but at home, cancer ic makes them deeply emotional and sentimental. in private, they long for warmth, security, and connection. they hold onto memories, attach themselves to nostalgia, and find comfort in the familiar. while they appear self-sufficient in the public eye, their private self craves love, care, and softness. they put on the capricorn mask because the world values strength, but in truth, they just want to be held without needing to be strong all the time.
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★ aquarius midheaven | leo ic ★ — public persona: the innovator | private persona: the performer
aquarius midheaven is unconventional, intelligent, and often seen as ahead of their time. these individuals project an image of uniqueness, always pushing boundaries, challenging norms, and thinking outside the box. they appear independent, rational, and detached from unnecessary drama. their public persona is built around ideas, innovation, and breaking societal expectations. they seem like they don’t need approval.
but at home, leo ic craves recognition, validation, and emotional warmth. behind closed doors, they want to feel special, to be adored, to be seen as someone extraordinary. they secretly long for attention, but they suppress this need in public, pretending to be above such desires. they put on the aquarius mask because the world values intellect and detachment, but in truth, they want to be loved loudly, in a way that makes them feel undeniably important.
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★ pisces midheaven | virgo ic ★ — public persona: the dreamer | private persona: the perfectionist
pisces midheaven presents itself as creative, intuitive, and spiritually aware. these people are seen as visionaries, artists, or healers, capable of seeing beyond logic. they project an image of someone who trusts their instincts, embraces the unknown, and moves through life with fluidity. their public presence is often gentle, adaptable, and even otherworldly.
but virgo ic means their private world is structured, detail-oriented, and critical of every little thing. at home, they obsess over routines, analyzing every flaw, holding themselves to impossible standards. they struggle with control, overcompensating for their public openness by keeping their private life meticulously ordered. they put on the pisces mask because the world values creativity and fluidity, but in truth, they feel safest when things are predictable. their spirituality is real, but their anxiety is always running in the background.
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★ book a reading ★ ★ masterlist 1 ★ ★ masterlist 2 ★
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velmalav · 1 month ago
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Northern Downpour - Frank Langdon
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Northern Downpour – f.l.
masterlist - open to requests!
synopsis: You start having an affair with Dr. Langdon, something purely need driven, or at least that’s what you tell yourselves.
warnings: SMUT 18+, cheating!frank, swearing, 3400+ words
It started on a rainy Tuesday evening.
You’d been in a shitty mood all day. You and your husband, Jake, had had a massive blow-up first thing in the morning. The words exchanged had been rushed and hurtful and in the midst of you hurrying to get ready for your shift in the ER. Words that echoed, rattled you even during the busiest hours of your workday.
There had been a lot of tension in your marriage for months, always stemming from the same issue. Your work. It took a toll, the long hours, and the constant tragedies you absorbed daily didn’t exactly help your mood when you were home. But you’d been trying, really trying, so it was like a punch in the gut when he brought it up again in a way that diminished all of the hard work you were doing. Not only that, but Jake wasn’t exactly the most perceptive guy, especially when it came to your feelings. In the throes of all of your conjoined problems, he’d never once noticed how unhappy you were with him.
You’d never been one to dwell on your own needs and wants; you simply accepted the hard truth that asking for what you want doesn’t make it so. Especially with him. A fact you learned in the early stages of your relationship, and now looking back, wished you’d advocated for yourself more. Because it’s always his needs and what he wants, never a lingering consideration for you. The resentment you harbored for him always took a backseat because deep down, you felt it was silly. Pathetic.
You and Jake hadn’t had consistent sex, or good sex, since the work issues really started kicking off. What started as a simple turn away in bed during a fight escalated into fragility, hesitancy to touch even when you weren’t arguing. You were always the one to try and start something in the bedroom, and as the months progressed, the more he pulled away. Almost like a punishment. And when he did accept your advances, he put nothing into it. No foreplay, no talking, just fifteen minutes in the dark that left you unsatisfied.
The weight of it all hit you in the parking garage after your shift with the realization that you’d have to return to it. Jake hadn’t sent a single text all day, a sign that he had no intention of speaking to you when you arrived home. You sat there, the engine on, staring at the concrete wall through the windshield wondering how many bones you could break if you hit it hard enough.
You’d been contemplating a strong seven or eight when a knuckle tapped on your window. You looked up to see Langdon, your fellow senior resident, standing there with his hand still up in the knocking motion. You rolled down your window.
“Didn’t get enough of me for the day?” you said, the twinge of banter you usually have in your tone defeated to an exhausted, strained one.
He huffed a laugh, resting his arm on the window ledge. “No comment on that,” he quipped back, also sounding just as tired. And tense. “My, uh, car won’t start. Think you could give me a ride home?”
You nodded immediately. The idea of having a little extra time before you had to face Jake is exactly what you need. Langdon threw his bag in the backseat before jogging around to the passenger side. He settled in, leaned back with a sigh and ran a hand through his hair.
“Thanks.”
“Trust me, it’s not a problem,” you replied, turning around to back out of the spot. “Just put your address into my phone.”
“Can you open it for me?” Langdon held the phone towards you.
You waved him off, “It’s 0707, maps is in the top right corner.”
He put the code in quickly. Turned his head, eyes full of curiosity. “Any reason you picked that one?”
You gripped the steering wheel and bit down the urge to roll your eyes at his question. “It’s me and Jake’s anniversary.”
In your peripheral vision, you caught Langdon’s expression. Confused, even more curious. Clearly, you weren’t doing a good job at hiding your bubbling aggravation towards your husband. But thankfully, he didn’t say anything, just finished typing the address in and put your phone back on the dash.
Both of you sat in silence for most of the drive, the only sounds the muffled radio and the rain as it pattered on the windows. You’ve never been close at work, but in that moment you were really hoping he’d start talking. Just to keep your mind off of it all. The longer you stayed in your own thoughts, the more the anxiety grew.
“How’re your kids?” you blurted out when the anxiety got to be too much. Knuckles flushed at the insane grip you had on the wheel.
Langdon whipped his head toward you, whatever reverie he was in seeming hard to shake off. You could’ve sworn he seemed just as volatile in the way he fidgeted with the bracelet on his wrist and the tightness in his jaw.
“Great,” he replied, blank and unassuming. “Tanner made the baseball team, so that’s good.”
“That is good. Good for him.”
A lot of ‘good’ being used by two people who seemed much of the opposite. You side-eyed him when he turned back to the passenger window. There was definitely something off about him, and your question appeared to have made it worse.
“How’s Jake, by the way?” he suddenly asked, voice distant and faraway in his thoughts.
“Fine,” you said all-too-quickly. Holy shit am I bad at pretending tonight. Get it together.
When you didn’t elaborate, Langdon turned back to you with the same curious look he had before. “That’s it?”
“Yep.”
Still facing you, he leaned towards the passenger window, as if sizing you up. Raised eyebrows, parted lips. “Okay,” he finally said. “If you say so.”
“As if you’d care anyway,” you muttered under your breath, not as a dig, but a rogue thought that popped out of your mouth subconsciously. Langdon’s brows reached new heights, shocked by your sudden aggression. “No offense, we just don’t talk about that kind of stuff with each other.”
He nodded in understanding, face neutral again. “True. None taken.” Again, he turned away, resumed fiddling with the bracelet. “But if you wanted to talk about it, I’d listen.”
You shook your head. “No, it’s whatever. Better if I don’t right now anyway.”
It’s your turn to be confused when you arrived at his destination. It’s a ballpark, stocked with two sets of bleachers and dugouts and a small baseball diamond. It must be where his son plays.
“Why did you want to be dropped off here?”
Langdon faced in front of him and stared out into the field, eyes hollow, drained. He sighed in the way you do after an especially rough night with Jake.
“I don’t live far from here,” he stated plainly in the dark, eyes transfixed on the rain now coming down in sheets.
“That’s not what I asked.”
“I don’t want to go home, and no, I don’t want to talk about it.”
You couldn’t help but stare at him. His eyebags were more pronounced, veins protruding from his neck like he was holding a mountain of baggage back. Is this what I look like?
“That’s okay,” you murmured softly, flickering your stare to the rain, too. “But if you ever want to talk about it, I’d listen.”
Langdon snorted; an empty smile appeared on his face. You smiled, too, but you didn’t need a mirror to know it didn’t reach your eyes either. Hypnotized now by the worsening weather, you both stayed like that for a long time. Just staring forward, trying to let your afflictions wash away with the rain. It was refreshing to have someone next to you, just being there, not feeling like they have to say anything to comfort or make you feel like you have to do the same.
“What’re you gonna to do about your car?” you suddenly asked. Breaking the barrier between you and the rest of the world.
He shrugged, stifling a laugh at your random question. “Don’t know. Thought maybe I’d set up camp in the parking garage for a while or something.”
“Can I join?”
You both laughed, genuine ones at that. Spent the next hour dreaming up intangible scenarios to avoid the shitty parts of your life. Planning how you’d both fit in a small four-door Toyota Camry, how efficient it would be to get to work, how you’d hold a big barbeque after a rough shift with the new grill Langdon’s brother-in-law got him for his birthday. For the first time all day, you felt like you could breathe. And you could tell he felt the same.
It didn’t last as long as you’d hoped. Once the laughs had died down, they were replaced with the inevitably of your responsibilities. Your respective families would be wondering where you were soon. The realization was like a knife, quick and fast, jumpstarting your anxiety again. You glanced over at Langdon to see he was already staring at you, eyes scouring, as if trying to read your thoughts.
“My husband hates my job,” you uttered abruptly. Your gaze flickered to your lap. “And I think he hates me, too.”
“Doubt that. Well, the second part at least,” Langdon said, hard eyes softening. There was a vulnerability in him after he said that. Shoulders slumped, eyebrows sloping downward. “Do you hate him?”
His tone was nonchalant, but the question was a boulder. “I-…I don’t know.”
You’d considered how you were feeling about him, but not nearly enough to have really fleshed it out. All of your focus had been on Jake, and how we was feeling, and how you needed to fix things.
“If it’s any consolation, my marriage isn’t doing any better,” Langdon muttered, tone now filled to the brim with bitterness.
“It isn’t,” you whispered, gnawing at your cheek.
“It feels pathetic sometimes,” he continued on as if you’d not said anything at all. “She’s supportive, she’s there, but I just—”
His sentence ends strangled, unable to fully emerge. You couldn’t tell if it was because he thought he’d said too much or because it was just too difficult to admit out loud. Probably both. Something about the rigidity in his words, in his body language, feels familiar. You’d had the same tautness anytime you thought about the conversation you wanted to have with Jake about your intimacies.
“Feel like you’re asking for too much?” you finished for him, posing it as more of a guess.
Langdon snapped his eyes to yours, a quiet understanding between you. He slowly nodded, as if he was processing something. Then he spoke words that went straight to your chest, an undirected stab.
“I feel like I shouldn���t have to ask her to just…want me.”
Your face fell, again unable to hide the obvious emotion etched on your face. The car felt like a cage all of a sudden, almost as if you’d said the words yourself. Not sure how to respond, you just nodded, hoping your eyes showed the cognizance you failed to vocalize.
Langdon took a beat to digest your acknowledgement before he pushed the car door open and fled out into the rain. You watched him, pitiful tears clinging to your lashes as you felt sorry for yourself. And him.
He stood with his hands in his jacket pockets in the glow of the headlights, his back to you. You could see how slick his hair already was from the storm, strands blowing in the harsh winds. This was the opposite of how you’d known him; he’d never seemed the angsty type, just a normal resident with a bad mouth and an attention-deficient disorder. And seeing him like this, it changed the way you saw him. Less shallow, and pitifully, more attractive.
Which is part of the reason you also stepped out of the car, slammed the door, and approached him with absolutely no hesitation. He turned at your presence seconds before you lassoed a hand to the back of his neck and jerked his mouth onto yours.
It was rash, dangerous, ethically just fucking wrong. You weren’t thinking about anything but what it would feel like to have someone crave you. You weren’t asking for someone to want you; you were demanding it.
Langdon was surprised, body stuttering, but he didn’t miss a beat. His wet hands grasped your back like a lifeline, lips parting to take a single breath only to slam back onto yours. Your other hand trickled its way into his hair, balling up a section to yank towards you. You hadn’t felt this turned on in a long time, unable to stop yourself from moaning directly into his mouth as his teeth ground into your bottom lip.
“Backseat,” he fumbled out breathlessly. He kept his hands on you wherever he could as you both booked it to the car, haphazardly discarding your soaked jackets behind the seats.
You fell into the back seat first, back against the opposite door, legs stretched out as he climbed in between them. The undressing was vicious, carnal, fingers tearing at the fabric of your clothes. Once you were both just in your underwear, Langdon gripped your hair, yanking down so your head thudded against the seat before reconnecting your lips. His other hand roamed down the column of your throat as if to feel your unsteady breaths.
You parted your lips to bring his tongue to yours, devouring every inch of his mouth like you’d never taste it again. And maybe you wouldn’t. Then you felt something spongy slide onto your tongue, eyes flashing open at the spearmint flavor.
“Didn’t have time to spit it out,” Langdon said, hovering just above you, rain droplets bleeding onto your cheeks. You responded by pulling him in again, tongue exchanging the gum back to him, causing him to let out an aroused groan.
Your hands scoured his back, fighting the urge to scratch into the skin. He lifted your leg to wrap around his back, the other following suit. He pulled back to start licking at the column of your throat, sucking softly to garner a moan from you.
“Can’t leave marks,” you rasped out, but your head fell back against the seat anyway. Langdon hummed in agreement then kissed lower until his lips enveloped your left nipple. The silver nipple ring you had on danced between his tongue, causing you to indent your nails into his shoulder blade and release a loud moan.
“Fuck, sorry,” you gasped out at the realization you’d left crescent moons in his skin.
“If I could have you the way I want, I’d let you,” he responded in the midst of sucking, and as fucked up as it is, it only made you wetter.
As his teeth gnashed at your nipple, one of his hands travelled lower until it found your panties, finger stalled above the fabric, right where you need him. He drew circles on your clit, and though it wasn’t direct contact, your hips jutted forward for him without thought. You could feel his growing smile on your nipple at your reaction.
“Frank, I need you. Now.” you demanded, despite the brittleness of your voice. Langdon sprang into action, ripped open a condom he found in the center console, and shimmied out of his boxers. You helped him put it on when you noticed how shaky his hands were and pushed your damp panties to the side.
Then he’s lined himself up, towering over you with beads of rain or sweat dripping onto your heated skin. You wrapped your hands around the base of him, wanting to feel him bottom out inside you.
“Holy shit,” Frank stammered as his hips meet yours, the arm that held him up faltering. You exhaled at the feeling, all of the worries and frustration from earlier leaking out of your body like a balloon. It’s wrong – definitely wrong, but it feels so good. “God, you’re so wet.”
He started to thrust, hard, right out of the gate. You pushed yourself up on your elbows and gripped the back of his neck. Your foreheads were touching, but you both closed your eyes, chasing after the high and avoiding all of the guilt that comes with it.
Strings of curse words leapt between you, you rocked into him to quicken his pace and kneaded circles on your clit. Then you dared to open your eyes, feeling Langdon’s hot spearmint breath fanning your face. Eyes shut, his lips were parted in ecstasy, neck thrust up to expose his throat. There’s nothing else in the world but you two in that moment, just you, him, and the blissful feeling of him thrusting in and out. You dipped down, glistening lips meeting his throat, teeth grazing there.
Langdon moaned in response, and his eyes flashed open. You leaned back up to level yourself to him, and without words, opened your mouth.
His pace faltered at your ask and his eyes were swimming as if intoxicated by you. He wrapped his mouth around yours, tongue gliding out to pass the gum. You accepted it immediately, leave the kiss with a pop and stared right into his defenseless eyes.
It was completely accidental, or at least you convince yourself of it, that right in the moment after you pass the gum, Langdon reached his high, tumbling forward with a groan. All he managed to choke out was a slurred, “fuck, I’m—” before it happened. He had you pinned to the seat, faces inches apart, thrusting through his orgasm. The recognition of what you’d just done sent you tumbling over the edge, your hips jutted into his with an unholy string of moans.
Only a minute passed of you both regaining your composure before reality set in. Langdon pulled himself upright into the opposite seat, unable to meet your eyes as he pulled the condom off and tossed it out the window. You remained lying there, eyes transfixed at the ceiling.
What the fuck have we done?
The air was thick and heavy when you both redressed. The car being so small, it was difficult to do so without brushing against one another, every movement another shocking reminder of the betrayal. You silently passed him a brush from your work bag without looking at him. He took it and began to cover his tracks.
“We fucked up,” you state with a voice overflowing with dread.
Langdon was quiet for a long time. You finally looked over to see him gripping the brush with white knuckles.
“Yeah,” he murmured. “We did.”
Silence returned, stifling the conversation but igniting all the worries you had been trying to escape. The worst part was even in the thoughts of regret and self-pity and excuses, deep down it felt like a façade. Like that’s what you were supposed to feel. Because as awful as what you’d done was, you’d felt wanted for just a few minutes. And given the option to take it back, you wouldn’t.
“I regret it, but I…I don’t,” you found yourself saying, not necessarily to him, but just to say it. To analyze if this was real, if you truly felt that way.
Langdon’s head turned; guilty eyes fastened to yours. He leaned towards you, a palm reaching to wipe off the rain splattered to the side of your face. A simple gesture, not something you’d usually dwell on, but at this moment, it’s an unspoken agreement. He wanted it, too, and in the dark parts of him he doesn’t let anyone else access, he still did.
You both found a way to curb the need you’d been too scared to ask for, and though it wasn’t a sensible way to get it, it was now out there as an option. And, as much as you hated to admit it, an easier one.
So with a newfound arrangement, a deep-seeded, unspoken one, you drove him home. And then you went back to your turbulent home, your turbulent husband, and went to bed alone.
Despite every fiber in your being screaming that it was all wrong, you went to sleep knowing you’d be giving Langdon rides home for as long as he needed them.
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phoenixrisingastro · 5 months ago
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Sun In The Houses: Your Core Identity and Purpose 🌞
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In astrology, the Sun represents your core self—it’s who you are when the masks come off. Think of it as the light that shines from within, guiding your sense of purpose, vitality, and how you express yourself in the world. The house the Sun sits in your birth chart shows where your energy and focus naturally flow, shaping how you seek fulfillment and recognition in life.
Sun in the 1st House : The Natural Leader 🌟🦁
Core Vibe: People with their Sun in the 1st house are born to shine. They exude confidence and often take center stage without trying. These individuals are highly self-aware, and their personality is impossible to ignore.
Strengths: Natural charisma, leadership qualities, and a commanding presence.
Challenges: They can sometimes overshadow others or struggle with needing external validation.
Example: Think of someone who walks into a room, and all eyes are drawn to them—not because they’re loud, but because their energy is magnetic.
Sun in the 2nd House : The Builder 💰🏡
Core Vibe: Stability and security are everything to these individuals. The Sun in the 2nd house emphasizes self-worth and material success, often driving them to create a comfortable, abundant life.
Strengths: Strong work ethic, resourceful, and values-driven.
Challenges: Can tie their self-worth too much to money or possessions.
Example: A person who builds a life they’re proud of through sheer determination, whether it’s a thriving career or a beautiful home.
Sun in the 3rd House : The Communicator ✍️📚
Core Vibe: The mind is their playground. These individuals thrive on sharing ideas, learning, and connecting with others. They have a natural curiosity and a way with words.
Strengths: Excellent communication skills, quick thinkers, and great storytellers.
Challenges: Can spread themselves too thin or struggle with follow-through on ideas.
Example: Picture someone who always has something interesting to say, whether it’s at a dinner party or on social media—they’re your go-to for fascinating insights.
Sun in the 4th House : The Protector 🏠❤️
Core Vibe: Home is where their heart (and energy) lies. The Sun in the 4th house makes someone deeply connected to their roots, family, and inner emotional world.
Strengths: Nurturing, emotionally strong, and deeply loyal to their loved ones.
Challenges: They may prioritize family to the point of neglecting their own needs.
Example: The person who always creates a safe space for others, whether it’s a warm home or an emotional sanctuary.
Sun in the 5th House : The Creative 🎨🎭
Core Vibe: Life is a stage, and they’re here to perform! The Sun in the 5th house fuels creativity, playfulness, and a love for self-expression.
Strengths: Artistic, magnetic, and fun-loving with a natural ability to inspire others.
Challenges: They might struggle with being overly dramatic or needing constant attention.
Example: The person who turns every hobby into a masterpiece or lights up the room with their enthusiasm.
Sun in the 6th House : The Helper 🛠️💪
Core Vibe: Service is their middle name. These individuals thrive when they’re helping others or perfecting their craft. Their energy is often tied to routines and self-improvement.
Strengths: Hardworking, practical, and health-conscious.
Challenges: They can overwork themselves or focus too much on the details.
Example: A person who quietly gets things done and ensures everyone else’s life runs smoothly—whether they’re a team player or a selfless friend.
Sun in the 7th House : The Partner 🤝💍
Core Vibe: Relationships are the cornerstone of their identity. The Sun in the 7th house shines through partnerships, making these individuals thrive in collaboration and connection.
Strengths: Diplomatic, charming, and relationship-oriented.
Challenges: They may rely too heavily on others for their sense of self.
Example: Someone who’s always the perfect plus-one, building their life alongside others and excelling in partnerships.
Sun in the 8th House : The Transformer 🔥🔮
Core Vibe: Depth is everything to them. These individuals are drawn to life’s mysteries, embracing themes of transformation, intimacy, and personal growth.
Strengths: Emotionally intense, intuitive, and unafraid of life’s darker corners.
Challenges: They can struggle with trust issues or an obsession with control.
Example: Someone who’s not afraid to dive into the deep end, whether it’s in love, healing, or spiritual exploration.
Sun in the 9th House : The Explorer 🌍✈️
Core Vibe: Adventure and knowledge are their lifeblood. Sun in the 9th house individuals thrive on expanding their horizons, whether through travel, philosophy, or higher learning.
Strengths: Open-minded, inspiring, and always seeking growth.
Challenges: Can come across as preachy or struggle with commitment.
Example: The world traveler or eternal student who always has a story to share and a lesson to teach.
Sun in the 10th House : The Achiever 🏆📈
Core Vibe: Career and legacy define them. The Sun in the 10th house drives individuals to leave a mark on the world, often through hard work and leadership.
Strengths: Ambitious, disciplined, and highly respected.
Challenges: They may struggle with work-life balance or fear failure.
Example: Someone whose name is synonymous with success—they build empires and inspire others to dream big.
Sun in the 11th House : The Visionary 🌠🤝
Core Vibe: They shine brightest in groups and communities, bringing people together with shared dreams and ideals. These individuals are forward-thinkers and natural humanitarians.
Strengths: Innovative, sociable, and inclusive.
Challenges: They can feel isolated when they don’t fit in or struggle with overly idealistic goals.
Example: Someone who organizes movements, rallies communities, or is always part of something bigger than themselves.
Sun in the 12th House : The Mystic 🌙🌀
Core Vibe: Privacy and introspection guide their energy. These individuals are deeply spiritual and connected to the unseen, often thriving in solitude or behind the scenes.
Strengths: Intuitive, compassionate, and spiritually wise.
Challenges: They may feel misunderstood or struggle with self-doubt.
Example: The quiet artist, healer, or dreamer who changes the world in subtle but profound ways.
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Which house does your Sun fall in, and how does it show up in your life? Share your placements 👇 🌟
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lotuswish · 4 months ago
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˗ˏˋ what loving you feels like to them (pt. 6 - octavinelle) 𓆝 .ᐟ
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synopsis: have you ever wondered what falling in love feels like for each twisted wonderland boy? this series explores love from their perspective—how their personalities, experiences, and desires shape what loving you means to them.
featured character(s): azul ashengrotto, jade leech, floyd leech.
content warning(s): none.
a/n: what loving you feels like to them might occasionally use the same words, but those words mean something a little different for each of them. it might sound familiar, but it's still their own!
link(s): (masterlist) (pt. 1 - scarabia) (pt. 2 - savanaclaw) (pt. 3 - heartslabyul) (pt. 4 - ignihyde) (pt. 5 - pomefiore) (pt. 6 - you are here) (pt. 7 - diasomnia)
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azul ashengrotto
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loving you feels like being swept away by an unstoppable current for azul ashengrotto—inevitable, overwhelming, and carrying him to places he never dared to dream of. for someone who has spent most of his life meticulously planning, calculating, and staying two steps ahead, love is a variable he cannot fully predict or control. it’s both exhilarating and unnerving, a kind of risk he would never have dared to take before you came into his life.
azul has always carried a deep-seated insecurity beneath his polished exterior. years of being ridiculed as a child for his appearance have made him fiercely determined to prove his worth through power, success, and control. yet loving you doesn’t feel like a negotiation or a transaction—it feels like surrendering to something he can’t quantify. it’s raw and messy and completely unlike the smooth, calculated persona he presents to the world. you don’t look at him for what he can offer, for his intellect or his business acumen; you see him, the parts of himself he tries to hide, and you love him for them. that terrifies him. but it also makes him feel something he’s never felt before: truly enough.
loving you feels like the gentle pull of the moon on the tides, constant and inescapable, drawing him toward something he never thought he could have. it’s the way you make him feel safe enough to lower his walls, to let go of the mask he’s worn for so long. around you, he can be vulnerable without fear of being judged. you’re the one who notices when his smiles don’t quite reach his eyes, the one who knows when he’s tired of putting on a show. with you, he doesn’t have to be the untouchable azul ashengrotto; he can just be azul.
at the same time, loving you stirs a fierce protectiveness within him. he’s spent years honing his ability to turn the tables on anyone who dares challenge him, but with you, it’s different. he doesn’t want to shield you out of strategy or obligation; he wants to protect you because you matter to him in ways he’s still learning to put into words. you’re more than a part of his world—you’ve become his most cherished treasure, something he would protect with everything he has.
for azul, loving you feels like finding a pearl in the depths of the sea—a treasure so rare and precious that he can hardly believe it’s his. it’s a reminder that even in a world driven by deals and ambition, there are things that can’t be earned or bargained for, things that simply exist in their beauty. loving you is terrifying and freeing all at once, and though it challenges everything he thought he knew about himself, he wouldn’t trade it for anything. you are the one thing he never saw coming, the one thing he never wants to lose.
jade leech
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loving you feels like curiosity turned obsession for jade leech.
to jade, love is something foreign and utterly fascinating. it’s a deep ocean he’s never fully explored, and you are the mystery hidden beneath its surface. his love for you isn’t loud or obvious; it’s quiet, calculated, and deliberate, like the way he nurtures rare plants in his terrariums. loving you is a process, one he savors as much as he analyzes, peeling back the layers of who you are, uncovering your quirks, your fears, and your dreams. for jade, this discovery is intoxicating, a puzzle he never tires of solving.
and yet, it’s not just fascination. loving you feels like control slipping from his grasp in a way he never anticipated. jade is meticulous, always composed, always in control of himself and his surroundings. but with you, there are moments when he feels unbalanced, when the depth of his emotions surprises even him. it’s as if the current is pulling him somewhere unknown, somewhere dangerous, yet he can’t resist being swept along. loving you is a contradiction: it makes him feel both completely exposed and utterly alive.
for someone who rarely shows his true intentions, loving you feels like a quiet surrender. you see sides of him no one else does, the softness beneath the sharp edges, the warmth behind the cold, polite exterior. it’s disarming and thrilling all at once. you make him feel seen, not just as azul’s clever right-hand man or as the more composed leech twin, but as jade. you notice the details no one else bothers to see, and in return, jade finds himself wanting to give you everything, to open up the world to you as if you were the only person in it.
yet, there's also a possessiveness to his love, a quiet but unyielding need to keep you close. jade is not one to display his emotions openly, but beneath the calm exterior lies an intensity he keeps carefully hidden. loving you is like uncovering a sunken ship filled with untold treasures—a rare discovery he'll guard fiercely, no matter what. his protectiveness is subtle, woven into the fabric of his interactions with you, but it's unshakable all the same.
loving you feels like tending to a rare and delicate flower—something beautiful that requires both care and patience. you are the one thing in his life that cannot be manipulated or controlled, and instead of frustrating him, it fascinates him. he finds joy in watching you bloom, in learning how to nurture the connection between you. loving you is more than fascination; it’s a game he never wants to win, a puzzle he never wants to solve—because the joy isn’t in the answer, but in the endless discovery of you.
floyd leech
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loving you feels like chaos and calm all at once for floyd leech.
floyd’s life has always been shaped by his whims, his moods, and his insatiable need to avoid monotony. to him, the world is a game, and people are pieces he moves and discards when they stop being interesting. but you? you’re different. you’re the one thing he can’t figure out, the one person he doesn’t want to toss aside. loving you feels like the kind of chaos he craves, but it also unsettles him in ways he’s never experienced before.
floyd thrives on extremes. he’s not used to balance or moderation, and his feelings for you are no exception. loving you is all-consuming—intense, raw, and sometimes overwhelming. it’s like the ocean at its most turbulent, waves crashing against his heart with a force that leaves him breathless. you challenge him, intrigue him, and keep him guessing, and that’s what he loves most. with you, there’s no risk of boredom, no stale routine. every moment feels alive, charged with a kind of energy he thought only existed in fleeting thrills.
loving you is something he never thought he’d allow, something that sneaks past his defenses and takes root before he even realizes it. floyd has never been one to settle down or feel tethered to anyone, yet with you, he doesn’t feel trapped. he feels seen. you don’t flinch at his unpredictability or try to smooth out his rough edges. you accept him as he is—moods, sharp teeth, and all—and that makes him want to keep you close, tighter than he’s ever held (squeezed) anything before.
it’s not easy for floyd to process emotions like this. he’s used to acting on impulse, but loving you makes him hesitate. it makes him think about what it means to want someone so deeply, to be afraid of losing them. it brings out a possessive side of him, but it’s more than just wanting to keep you close. it’s the fear of you walking away, of you deciding that the chaos he brings isn’t worth it. the idea of losing you is one of the few things that can genuinely make him feel vulnerable.
for floyd, loving you feels like a temptest—untamed, intense, and utterly consuming. it’s a force of chaos that turns his world upside down, and he wouldn’t trade it for anything. you’re the only one who can keep up with him, the only one who doesn’t try to dull his edges, and for that, he loves you with every ounce of his chaotic, unpredictable heart. you’re his favorite thing in the world, the one person he never gets tired of, and he’ll make sure you know it every single day.
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stellarsecrets86 · 6 months ago
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Moon in Houses in Groom Persona Chart
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Moon in groom pc represents the depth of emotions of your future person.His nurturing style, relationship with mother, domestic life, instincts and reactions and many more.
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Moon in the 1st House
The groom is deeply sensitive and wears his heart on his sleeve. Mood swings may be common, while he becomes intuitive and influential in his environment. The groom seeks emotional confirmation in love and, very probably, needs a nurturing relationship with his life partner. This placement of the Moon usually describes an individual who is concerned with being expressive and who values, above all, the feeling of being appreciated by others. Moon here can make him empathetic and protective, but he might struggle over-identifying with his feelings. His spouse would have to be understanding of his reassurance needs and emotional grounding.
Moon in the 2nd House
Emotional security relates to material stability here. The groom finds comfort in financial success and tangible achievements, as he often channels this into marriage as a provider. This placement can indicate a person who is traditional and attaches emotional significance to the creation of a safe and comfortable home. He may be possessive in love, seeking reassurance through shared resources and stability. While he's reliable and deeply caring, his attachment to material success could lead to emotional ups and downs if financial stability wavers.
Moon in the 3rd House
The groom is emotionally attached to communication, learning, and close relationships, such as siblings or neighbors. He expresses his feelings through words and values intellectual rapport in marriage. A partner who can have meaningful conversations and stimulate his mind will win his heart. This placement indicates a natural curiosity and emotional investment in learning and sharing ideas. However, his mood can change in accordance with the surrounding interactions, and he may sometimes overthink some minor things. His spouse should note that mental stimulation is what keeps him secure.
Moon in the 4th House
This is a very strong placement, as the Moon is considered to be in its own house-the 4th house. The groom is attached to his roots, family, and home. Marriage for him is about creating a nurturing and emotionally safe environment. He may idealize his home life, prioritizing traditions and family values. His spouse will notice his protective nature and his desire to provide comfort. However, he may also hold onto past emotional wounds, which could occasionally affect the marriage. He thrives with a partner who appreciates the sanctity of home and supports his need for emotional grounding.
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Moon in the 5th House
The groom is emotionally driven by creativity, romance, and self-expression. He is passionate, sensitive, loving, and very much invested in his partner's happiness. This placement usually describes a person who derives emotional fulfillment through children or creative work. He may have a dramatic flair in expressing his emotions, making him an exciting yet sometimes unpredictable partner. His wife will need to appreciate his romantic nature but, at the same time, balance the tendency to go overboard with emotional display regarding matters of the heart.
Moon in the 6th House
The groom derives emotional fulfillment from service and mundane activities. He may be more involved with serving his partner in practical ways, such as handling household chores or attending to their needs. While he is caring and detailed, he may at times pay too much attention to perfection or get emotionally involved in minor issues. This placement indicates that the Moon is strongly connected with health and work; therefore, his mood may be directly influenced by his productivity or ability to be helpful. His partner should value his dependability and encourage him not to take everything so seriously.
Moon in the 7th House
For a man, his emotional makeup is linked to his partnerships, particularly marriage. He seeks emotional balance through his spouse and values harmony in the relationship. This placement presents the romantic and sensitive partner, very responsive to his spouse's needs. Yet, he may occasionally lean too much on his partner for emotional security, which makes him dependent. He flourishes under conditions where mutual support and understanding are paramount in a relationship. His wife will see him as sympathetic and committed but at the same time should not make him overly dependent on her.
Moon in the 8th House
This is an emotionally explosive and transformative placement. The bridegroom has very intense feelings and can be very intuitive, almost psychic. In marriage, he desires deep emotional and physical intimacy. He is looking for a connection with deeper meaning and is not afraid to explore the underbelly or taboo areas of life with his mate. He may have difficulty in opening up emotionally or trusting his partner not to hurt him. A partner who can hold their own with him yet offers dependability will make him feel secure. Finances, joint resources can be an area fraught with emotional highs and lows also.
Moon in 9th House
Emotionally connected to adventure, philosophy, and higher learning, the groom seeks a spouse who shares his love for exploration and growth. He feels emotionally satisfied with travel, spiritual pursuits, or intellectual discussions. This placement would offer an open-minded partner who values experiences over material possessions. His idealism could sometimes bring emotional turbulence or dissatisfaction if his goals seem unreachable. His spouse needs to appreciate his big dreams while helping him stay present.
Moon in the 10th House
The groom's emotions are intertwined with his career and social standing. He is at ease in circumstances where he feels respected in society for his work. For him, marriage could be an experience that one shares in their path towards objectives and aspirations. He is so responsible and seriously committed to the duty of being a provider that at times, work takes priority over personal relationships. His spouse will admire his dedication but should encourage him to find a healthy balance between work and home.
Moon in the 11th House
The groom's emotional world is set around friendships, social causes, and long-term goals. He values a partnership that supports his ideals and dreams. This placement indicates someone who is emotionally invested in making the world a better place, often involving their spouse in these efforts. However, his focus on the future might make him seem detached at times. A spouse who shares his vision and encourages emotional intimacy will create a harmonious relationship.
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Moon in the 12th House
This placement suggests a deeply introspective and spiritual person. The groom feels emotions on an unconscious level, making him intuitive and empathetic but also sometimes alone or emotionally withdrawn. Marriage for him is a sacred bond, often tied to spiritual growth or healing. He feels it best not to expose his feelings openly, which may lead to misunderstandings. A spouse who provides patience and emotional openness will help him thrive in the relationship. This placement often indicates a karmic connection in marriage, emphasizing soul-leve
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