#Helpful Resources

[stil-lindigo]

I want to spread awareness about the scams that have been going around Tumblr taking advantage of innocent people’s suffering.

These scams operate by finding GoFundMe’s and copy-pasting the stories onto a tumblr post where they will link their PayPal account at the bottom for people to send money too.

They’ll send out DMs and messages to people’s inboxes asking them to donate saying that the donation link is in the pinned post.

These scam blogs are always just a few days or weeks old and they retweet pro-Palestinian posts to make themselves look more legitimate. If you attempt to confront them about it they will instantly block you.

I’ve received a large amount of these scam messages in the past week, a few of which had a concerning amount of notes, and want to raise people’s awareness that way they people who actually need help can receive it.

This is the link to a longer post I’ve made with a few ways to identify possible scams:

https://www.tumblr.com/skwidiot/743482587289468928/important-scammers-are-stealing-palestinian?source=share

link to the longer post

(please reblog and share, i've unfortunately been exploited by one of these scammers.)

[6vaguebook]

Hey guys, you will not BELIEVE what I just found

This site. Has free courses. On E VE R Y T H I N G

I could now, feasibly, learn E V E R Y T H I N G

I can not begin to describe how excited I am right now

[thomastanker02]

Resources to help those affected by hurricanes Milton and Helene.

[caught-between-black-and-white]

Weird coping / distraction / skill thing I do.

Often I need some distraction, but it is very difficult for me to do something when I'm having a real hard time.

I love writing, but most of the time I can’t write down my thoughts. It’s too exhausting and I have no idea how to put it into words.

So here’s a random thing I’m doing.

I watch YouTube videos whenever I need distraction, because movies and series can be very stressful for me as well. But just watching videos is not enough to provide real distraction.

So I combine it with writing, but I don’t really have to use my head, which is helpful.

I mainly use my phone and the pen it has, but you can of course also do it on paper.

So, I click on a random video and then start writing down the most random sentences the creator says.

Just some parts of sentences or words as if I’m quoting them.

I just take random things from the video and write them down, not the whole script, just something in between. When I’m done writing one thing, I’ll just take the next sentence I hear.

This doesn’t require much attention, I don’t have to focus completely on the video and my hand has something to do. Besides, hand writing is a very satisfying thing for me.

It’s a very simple distraction and makes little sense, which is good, because when I feel bad, I don’t want anything meaningful, but just something that I don’t need to move for or something that I really need concentration for.

It can also be fun to read the nonsense later. Maybe it helps someone the way it helps me. <3

[megamindfandombookclub]

A Complete Guide to 'Limited HTML' on AO3 CodenameCarrot

[1-800-ishi]

CONTACT YOUR GOVERNMENT AND DEMAND A CEASEFIRE FOR PALESTINE:

For Eu look up: Voices in Europe for peace

For Usa look up: US campaign for Palestinian rights

BOYCOTT LIST: Hewlett Packard Inc (HP Inc), Chevron (including Caltex and Texaco brands), Siemens, Carrefour, AXA, SodaStream, Ahava, RE/MAX, PUMA, Coca Cola, Starbucks, McDonalds and Isreali produce in your supermarkets

OTHER RESOUCES: https://Arab.org/clicktohelp/ https://gazaesims.com

These are important!!

[spiced-wine-fic]

[thomastanker02]

Some resources to help Ukraine

[drawingden]

How to Paint Light by jonhuangart

[lamah0urani]

Our dreams have been destroyed, and we have nothing left...😞

🫂You're our last hope in this life🫂

I'm Lama from Gaza, I'm 24 years old, and my husband is Mohammad... We got married in 2022 in a house full of love and happiness. Our house was beautiful, we chose everything in it carefully... We were waiting for the end of the day to go there after a tiring day of work, but the occupation did not leave us. 😔😭💔

This house was bombed with all hatred. Here we are after the genocide. We have nothing... We lost our house, our work, and our car.😭😞

We were displaced to Rafah in a tent that could not accommodate 5 people, and after the displacement from Rafah, we were displaced to Mawasi Khan Yunis again. It was a very difficult period... but now we are in Mawasi Khan Yunis in a tent that does not protect us from the cold of winter or the heat of summer.😞😭

This is our tent, its floor is made of cardboard, as you can see, and I suffer from severe eczema due to the pollution of the air and the materials used, and the medicine is very expensive.😭💔

Urgent: My husband needs a very necessary operation and medication. Please help my husband in order for his health to improve. He is in pain.😞😭🫂🙏🙏

Help us and donate to us. You are our last hope and the lifeline of this life. 🫂🙏

We need you...Donate to us and save what is left of us.😞🙏🙏

Link campaign ⬇️ ⬇️⬇️

https://gofund.me/8f634db2

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@gazavetters

[northgazaupdates]

UPDATE: *NEW* NEW LINK!

Yahya and his family were displaced by the IOF, and are currently residing in Deir al-Balah, south-central Gaza.

Life as displaced Gazans was already extremely difficult for them. Food is very scarce, and their living conditions leave them exposed to the elements. Here is the frequent condition of their tent now that the winter rains have come:

Then, Yahya’s father was injured. Some cartilage was damaged in his neck, and doctors say he requires IMMEDIATE surgery to avoid permanent paralysis.

Yahya and his family previously had another campaign, but it was suddenly shut down by GFM with no explanation. They have created a new one, but it has EXTREMELY LOW FUNDS.

The surgery is a stifling $16,000 USD. Yahya and his family have no hope of paying for it without your help.

I am currently watching an elderly loved one lose their mobility, and it is an extremely heartbreaking and isolating situation. I cannot imagine what Yahya and his family are going through, having no social or financial support and only minimal medical care.

Please give what you can to this family. You are their only hope to save their beloved father’s mobility!

[heph]

Yall ever think about how Ford had to relearn how to be a normal human being after 30 years of isolation

[techsavvy-agcy]

How to create content people save and revisit

How to create content people save and revisit

Within the immense ocean of online material, where millions of articles, videos, and social media posts struggle for visibility, how can you guarantee that yours stands out? The key is not in demanding engagement, but in earning it. This means moving from a "needy" mentality, always pursuing likes and shares, to a "needed" mindset, offering real value that people actively seek.

This goes beyond crafting "good" content; it focuses on developing essential content. To comprehend how to do this, we can look to Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs, applying its key principles to the online environment. By addressing core human wants and fears, your content can become crucial.

Physiological Needs: Addressing the Immediate and Tangible

At the foundation of Maslow's hierarchy are physiological needs – the essential building blocks for human survival, like food, water, and shelter. When it comes to content, this translates to addressing pressing, tangible problems and delivering practical solutions.

Example: Think of your content as a lifeline, helping people navigate everyday hurdles and find instant gratification. Picture it as a form of "digital nourishment" – something that instantly quenches a thirst for knowledge or eases a pressing worry.

Let's say someone's searching for "how to fix a leaky tap." What they're after is a straightforward guide, a list of tools they'll need, and a short, simple video showing them how it's done - not a deep dive into the philosophy of plumbing!

Needy Content: What we don't need is a blog post called "The Art of Plumbing: A Journey of Discovery" that's big on abstract concepts but short on practical advice.

Needed Content: We need a "DIY Leaky Faucet Repair: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners." This guide should include a clear visual tutorial, a printable list of materials, and troubleshooting tips. This kind of content addresses an immediate problem, saving the user time, cash, and headaches.

Safety Needs: Building Trust and Providing Security

When physiological needs are addressed, safety becomes a major focus. This includes aspects such as physical security, financial safety, health, and a sense of order. In the digital environment, content that responds to safety needs enhances trust, reduces anxiety, and delivers trustworthy, verified information.

Your writing should act as a reliable manual, providing consolation and clarity in a world that is often overtaken by uncertainty and false information.  It positions you as an authority figure that people can trust to protect them from potential threats.

Example: Reflect on the vast quantity of health information accessible on the internet, much of which is contradictory or misleading. Individuals looking for guidance on a specific health issue require reliable, evidence-based information rather than anecdotal assertions.

Needy Content: A social media update claiming a "miracle cure" for a chronic condition, lacking any scientific validation or credible references.

Needed Content: A comprehensive article titled "Understanding [Health Condition]: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Evidence-Based Treatment Options" – thoroughly researched, referencing medical journals, and developed in collaboration with healthcare experts. This type of content instils a sense of trust and dependability, enabling individuals to make well-informed choices regarding their health. Likewise, an article titled "How to Identify Phishing Scams: Safeguarding Your Digital Identity" directly tackles a safety issue by offering practical measures to evade online threats.

Social Needs: Fostering Connection and Belonging

People are fundamentally social beings, driven by the need for connection, belonging, and love. In the context of content, this means developing experiences that cultivate community, enable interaction, and allow individuals to feel acknowledged and part of something bigger than themselves.

Your content should act as a trigger for connection, fostering conversation, shared experiences, and a sense of collective identity. It goes beyond a simple one-way message and actively invites engagement and empathy.

Example: Reflect on the isolation that numerous people encounter in niche hobbies or tough life situations. They seek connections with others who have similar experiences.

Needy Content: A dedicated forum or Facebook group titled "First-Time 

Needed Content: Sharing Your Journey and Tips," where new parents can pose questions, express their worries, celebrate achievements, and provide support to each other. This type of content fosters a feeling of belonging and community, addressing a basic human desire for connection. Likewise, a content series that highlights interviews with community members, sharing their stories and experiences, can cultivate a profound sense of shared identity and mutual understanding.

You can transform your material into something people can't live without if you can understand and meet these fundamental human wants. Give up pleading for attention and concentrate on becoming truly indispensable. People will naturally want to interact with you when you provide actual value, solve their problems, establish connections, and foster trust. This will ensure that your material is not just seen but also truly appreciated.

[theluzvre]

red wax seals png. made by me. credit not necessary!

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[imastoryteller]

20 Ways to Show Extreme Fear in Your Writing

As I dive into researching signs of fear for my horror WIP, I wanted to share some of the most compelling and visceral reactions I’ve come across. Whether you’re writing a chilling scene or crafting a character’s panic, these 20 signs of fear can help bring tension and realism to your story.

Physical Reactions

Hyperventilating — sucking in air but never feeling like it’s enough

Chest tightens — feels like a weight or hands pressing down

Limbs shaking violently, knees buckling

Complete loss of muscle control — collapsing or unable to stand

Cold sweat soaking through clothes

Heart hammering so hard they feel it in their throat or head

Tunnel vision — the world narrowing down to one terrifying focal point

Ringing in the ears or sudden deafness, like the world drops away

Dizziness / feeling faint / vision blurring

Dry mouth — unable to speak or even scream

Uncontrollable Behavior

Screaming / sobbing / gasping — involuntary vocal outbursts

Panic run — bolting without thinking, tripping over everything

Clawing at their own skin / chest / throat — like trying to escape their body

Begging / pleading out loud even if no one’s there

Repeating words or phrases — “No, no, no” / “This isn’t happening”

Hiding instinctively — diving under tables, closets, or corners

Desperate grabbing — reaching for someone, anything solid

Loss of bladder or bowel control (for extreme terror)

Total mental shutdown — frozen, slack-jawed, staring blankly

Memory blackout — later can’t recall what happened during the worst moment