#Improves communication skills

[femmefatalevibe]

Femme Fatale Guide: Game-Changing TED Talks Everyone Should Watch

"How Five Simple Words Can Get You What You Want" by Janine Driver

"Master your Mindset, Overcome Self-Deception, Change your Life" by  Shadé Zahrai

"How to talk to the worst parts of yourself" by Karen Faith

"Think before you speak, hacking the secret of communication" by Catherine Molloy

"The Hidden Code For Transforming Dreams Into Reality" by Mary Morrissey

"Don't Believe Everything You Think" by Lauren Weinstein

"The public speaking lesson you never had" by DK

"Programming your mind for success" by Carrie Green

"How to stop screwing yourself over" by Mel Robbins

"Own Your Behaviours, Master Your Communication, Determine Your Success" by Louise Evans

"The psychology of seduction" by Raj Persaud

"Why we're unhappy -- the expectation gap" by Nat Ware

"Think Fast. Talk Smart" by Matt Abrahams 

"Increase your self-awareness with one simple fix' by Tasha Eurich 

"5 steps to designing the life you want" by Bill Burnett

"Staying stuck or moving forward" by Dr. Lani Nelson Zlupko

"To reach beyond your limits by training your mind" by Marisa Peer

"Emotional laws are the answer for better relationships" by Diana Wais

"Feelings: Handle them before they handle you" by Mandy Saligari

"Cultivating Unconditional Self-Worth" by Adia Gooden 

[miss0atae]

So much progress for Phum and Fang in We Are, episode 11:

The two brothers made so much progress this episode. It was really great to see them embrace more their feelings and trying to get closer to the one they love.

If we start with Phum, he took upon himself to really try to understand Peem and be there when he needed. It is not easy because, we saw, before how he could end up saying the wrong things or hurting Peem because he didn't know how to talk to him. Deep down, Phum wanted to be the one Peem can count on. In this episode, he finally admitted to him.

He tried to ask him questions and understand his problem because he knows how it is to just keep everything for himself and not being able to communicate.

Phum and Peem both are people who need physical touch to feel safe. So Phum gave it to Peem several times during this episode. He offered a place where Peem can relax and forget about his worries.

Of course, the best thing he did in this episode was to finally admit his feelings and said it directly.

This is such a big progress for Phum if we compare him now with how he behaves at the beginning of the series!

Phum isn't the only one who made a lot of progress in this episode. We can also say that Fang did a lot more in this episode. It's not easy to be the reliable brother and to do well. Fang puts himself under so much pression. He is not used to be vulnerable even to his loved ones. In this episode, however, he finally admitted his fear of being "too much".

Lucky for him, Tan clearly understands his boyfriend well, because he reassures him and in this way offered him the possibility to be more vulnerable with him, without fearing to be judge.

We can see how Fang is being put at ease by Tan. He is smiling more. He also started to call Tan, "babe". I believe it's only possible because he feels more confident.

This episode really showed us more how a healthy relationship can make you be more proactive and ignoring your insecurities.

Fang may know just one dish but the way Tan react to it with such passion and love, makes him proud and more confident. Tan provides Fang with trust, communication, and an overall relationship satisfaction.

That's why we could see them share such intimate moments. I have to admit now how they make so much sense together. I also appreciate how the series conveyed it.

[kindnessoverperfection]

I think a lot of discourse boils down to the idea that there's One Right Answer for everything. But the world, and individual people, are far too complex for that.

For example, a very common pattern of conflict I see is this-

"[blank] was very harmful to me, and set me back a lot." "But [blank] was what finally helped me understand and work through everything."

And instead of approaching the subject with curiosity and compassion, it becomes a fight over which is "correct".

A much more helpful conversation is, "How can we provide fuller information to help people figure out what's best for them?"

[puppyeared]

Thinking about my old pkmn ask blog

[theemotionmachine]

The Art of Rejection and Saying No: One of the Most Underrated Social Skills

Learning how to reject people in a direct and polite way is one of the most difficult and underrated social skills in today's world.

Here’s how to tell people “no” and be more clear and upfront about your intentions while minimizing the hurt in others.

Learn more here!

[rexscanonwife]

Wow I can't believe how lovingly Brea and Rex look at each other whenever they're on screen together!! You can really feel how much they care for one another... 🥺💖💖

alternately I decided to have some fun and paint over a screenshot of Rafa bcs I'm sick and tired of Brea not being canon, FILONI!!!

Taglist♡: @me-myself-and-my-fos @tiny-cloud-of-flowers @sunstar-of-the-north @dearly-beeloved @sosoftandsweet @changeling-selfship @little-miss-selfships @drjohndisco @bob-in-tekken-8

[mangysah]

I need more people to understand the complexities and the character potential of Spinel being the weirdass losergirl failure that she truly is. Hiding amidst all her cutesy charms. No really I’m serious

[akakusomarusora]

shoutout to all my self-shippers who like characters who aren't super popular. who self-ship from series that many would consider niche, particularly those with a very small or even non-existent english-speaking fanbase. you guys are the coolest people ever

[gem-femmes]

10 Conversation Topics to Create a Deep Connection

In my previous post about gatekeeping yourself, I outlined some conversation topics that make you seem open but actually reveal nothing important about your life and personality.

Sometimes, when you trust someone and want to build a deeper relationship with them, you want the opposite. Topics that reveal significant and personal information about your life tend to be more intimate and complex.

These topics are also more revealing. They can lead to deeper connections, but they also make you more vulnerable.

Sharing these details might give others deeper insight into your personality, values, and life circumstances. Here are some examples:

Family relationships: Discussing your relationships with family members, any family conflicts, or dynamics.

Financial situation: Talking about your income, debts, savings, or financial challenges.

Romantic relationships: Sharing details about your romantic life, relationship struggles, or future plans with a partner.

Health issues: Revealing personal or family health problems, mental health struggles, or past trauma.

Career challenges: Discussing difficulties or setbacks in your career, workplace conflicts, or future career plans.

Life goals and aspirations: Talking about your long-term goals, dreams, or the deeper reasons behind your choices in life.

Past failures or regrets: Opening up about mistakes you've made, things you regret, or failures that have impacted you significantly.

Personal beliefs and values: Sharing your core beliefs, religious views, political opinions, or moral values, especially if they’re deeply personal or controversial.

Significant life events: Discussing events that have had a major impact on your life, such as a divorce, death of a loved one, or a life-changing decision.

Inner thoughts and feelings: Expressing your deepest fears, anxieties, hopes, or emotional struggles.

Be careful and use these topics wisely - share them only with people you trust and feel comfortable with.

Remember, when in doubt, always gatekeep yourself. 🥀✨❤️

[mav-the-artist]

"I shall be the instrument of Armageddon."

[femmefatalevibe]

Any idea to know what to do and say in terms of conflict?

Depersonalize others' comments & actions

Perceive the person's intentions – are they seeking war or peace?

If their intentions are sound, enter the conversation with the mindset of two individuals vs. a problem – decouple their humanity, emotions, wants, and needs from external factors & situations

Seek to understand, not win through your conversation

Approach the conversation from a solutions-oriented POV

Remember that compromise means both parties walk away happy or at least content with the outcome – self-sacrifice has no place in conflict resolution or negotiation

Hope this helps xx

[trinket-squeaks]

I need to make more friends in creative spaces, I gotta start being able to ramble for hours about cool fursona designs I saw or and fantasy world concepts I'm pondering and be able to ask for advice on how to improve on this or how to start learning that. I just desperately miss the sense of actual connection I use to feel when I was online in my teens. I need to find more weirdos who won't judge me for being new at creating art and content and who will appreciate the niche I'm trying to fill.

[codexbrainhasbrokenfree]

If you want, we'll do it just like the old days. No matter how long it takes... I'll be by your side.

[punks-never-die205]

Who of them has the biggest girth? As i just learned that it's the source of sexual pleasure 😉

Hahahahahhaha - ah, haha, sorry anon, sorry. I can’t let that stand.

Neither girth nor length are the source of sexual pleasure. Communication and honesty are the keys.

Everyone’s - let say Orgasmic Lock, has a different combination. But while someone might natural be a good “key” for someone, with a little effort we all have a fully functional set of lock picks.

Using those means a little practice and fiddling, and being open to communication and understanding that sometimes the process can be messy and embarrassing.

Now, that out of the way, I think Kid does, but Killer’s a close second. Wire and Heat are a little more slender, but also longer - especially Wire who is just so fucking tall.

[16star]

12/24/23 Thought it'd be fun to do one of these an reflect on my improvement this year :]

[ja3yun]

after getting arrested it's a prison love story.... and it's heeyn trying to fuck over the phone... the guards would be disgusted lmao

LMAOO pls phone sex in a prison is CRAZY 😭 just out in the open like that