#Paradoxical approach

[bewareofitalics]

Fiction of any kind was an abominable thing. Elizabeth Murray had been trained up in this belief in her youth and in her age she had not departed from it.

Who taught this to Elizabeth? We know that The Alhambra belonged to her father, and that has fiction in it. Was it her mother? Do we ever learn anything about her? Also what about all those "stories but not novels" that Elizabeth doesn't have a problem with Emily reading?

[v0id-echoes]

just found out Scarlet and Violet are rerunning the Walking Wake and Iron Leaves raids AGAIN soon

first off, here are the times for anyone who still hasn’t caught them, hope you can get them this time :3

but also since it’s clear they care about making these two accessible (surprisingly) given that this is the second time they’ve redone this event, why the hell weren’t they made natively available in Indigo Disk? you could’ve just added them to base game Area Zero with the update, problem solved, wouldn’t that have been easier 😭

[impossible-rat-babies]

the fact that the xp stuff keeps happening on blm is hilarious like. I Will Not engage in content w others on that job. I will not do fates. I will not do MSQ roulette. I Refuse to subject others to I have no idea how to play this job

[spiritshaydra]

Man what is WITH Kirby games and having some of the most badass titles for their boss themes and attack names

[six-demon-bag]

vector space

Pairing: Ernst Schmidt/Sasha Volkov

Fandom: The Cloverfield Paradox

Summary: Schmidt’s vaguely aware of the distant war, but it doesn’t really affect him. That is, until he’s told he has the magic potential to bond to a dragon. He’s conscripted - kidnapped, if anyone asked him - and trapped in the mountains until he bonds to a dragon. A dragon is about the last thing he wants to be stuck with, and especially not these young, hot-headed ones, and he does his best to avoid bonding to one.

Rating: Explicit

Tags: Alternate Universe - Fantasy, dragon volkov, human schmidt, Bonding, Rimming, tonguefucking, Anal Sex, its human shaped though

Word count: 10103

Link: vector space

Excerpt:

“Anyone with the potential to bond to a dragon can be conscripted,” the short one says finally. “You have it.” “What?” Schmidt says, shocked. “I- what? No.” “Yes,” she says impatiently. “I checked. Twice.” Schmidt glares at her for the perceived insult, even though he doesn’t believe her and doesn’t want to have whatever they’re talking about. He knows there’s dragons, everyone knows there’s dragons, but they don’t matter to him. Apparently he should have paid more attention to the laws about them if this is true.

[bellshazes]

finally SOMEBODY gets it. he's even critiquing juul which i find sooooooo affirming.

[paixarina]

am i the only one who always thought that kanata possibly have anger management issues or is it just me

[rearranging-deck-chairs]

i think the villa diodati speech probably had a big effect on how yaz approached the doctor in flux and after

[paradoxical-machine]

GUYS HOW DO I EXPLAIN TO AN 80 YEAR OLD WOMAN THAT I'M NONBINARY

[paldean-ranger-brandy]

Man, going between Long Boy Blind tusk and Asado Desert Father To All tusk is so interesting. There is a tendency among many pokemon to be a lot more aggressive and violent when they feel like they aren't well established. We see it a lot among prey pokemon who know they are the slowest in their herd, or rank lower. A gogoat that leads its herd is going to be leagues easier to deal with than a slow rapidash, for example. It's about having that confidence in yourself and your community to not feel the need to lash out.

The Asado Desert tusk had been establishing itself in the desert for...a long ass time before we tried introducing it to the phanpy herd. He's well established, has a home and a family and a purpose. This blind, weak-ass, long boy just got here, and would probably struggle with getting comfortable anywhere on account of having so many physical ailments working against him. Despite being WAY smaller and weaker, this great tusk is way more dangerous than the one in the desert.

It's nice to start to see some recognizable behaviour patterns from these guys. Makes me feel a little bit less like I'm running in place.

[g0fckur531f]

[citrusroseblog]

adrian: also from now on we’ll be using code names a: you can address me as eagle 1 a: hibiki, code name: “been there, done that” a: atsushi is “currently doing that” *high five* a: shinjiro is “it happened once in a dream” a: kiki — “if i had to pick a girl” a: and luke? you’re eagle 2 luke: oh thank god

[abyssalpriest]

"Great Death" are you for real. Ive been fucking calling him "Lord Death" since before I even knew he was a real person let alone a spirit this damn life

"In some texts, Mahākāla is described as a fearsome god, a "demon who steals the vital essence (of people)" and who feeds on flesh and blood, though he is also said to only devour those who committed sins against the Three Jewels of Buddhism."

"In China, the god was also associated with fertility and sexuality"

bruh why the fuck do i doubt lev is who he says he is

Like i fucking clicked on the "大黒天" name(s) (chinese and japanese) because i was like "fucking sky character spotted!!!!!!" and now im just like. bruh

[fairytalesandfandoms]

Me too, Karkat, me too

(something I never thought I'd say)

[superconductivebean]

#226

COME OOOOOONNNNNNNN

it is already looking like a 3 dlc pack for the first one!!

[allaboutthemoonlight]

How to Build Self Discipline

Cultivating self-discipline is the way towards personal growth and achieving long-term goals. To me, it’s really all about making choices that honor your well-being and identity.

Understand that self-discipline is about self love and respect

It’s not about punishment or deprivation, but rather caring for yourself enough to make choices that align with your long-term well-being and goals.

You’re showing yourself the respect you deserve by honoring and committing to changes you want to make.

It’s all about recognizing your worth and having the motivation and courage to pursue what’s really best for you, even when it requires a lot of effort and decision-making.

Frame your identity in a way that includes discipline

How we act directly ties to our identities and how we believe we are. If you believe you’re a successful individual, you’ll live a life framed by confidence and determination. If you believe you’re someone who is lazy and unmotivated, you’ll struggle to find the drive to pursue your goals and aspirations.

Gaining discipline is all about acting as the person you believe you are and moving through life in a way that’s consistent with your determined identity. The key here is to try to imagine who you are at your highest self in a disciplined state of mind.

To start this, ask yourself these questions and slowly arrange your life in a way so there’s no distance between who you are now and your highest self:

What does your day look like

What do you eat

What do you wear

What does your week look like

What does your work day look like

What hobbies do you have

What’s your morning and night routine

Who are you surrounded by

What do you say yes and no to

Have systems in your life

I recently wrote a post about habits and mentioned the idea of systems versus goals. Here, I want to delve a bit deeper into that concept within the context of self-discipline.

To me, another way to truly live a disciplined life is to establish starting systems, something that will propel you past hurdles and reduce the friction that accompanies change.

Let’s say you want to improve your eating habits and cultivate discipline in consuming less sugar while incorporating more whole foods into your diet. You could begin by implementing a system of prepping healthy snacks or meals in advance at the start of each week, or however you see fit. By having these snacks readily available, you eliminate the need for decision-making, making it easier to adhere to your goal.

Anything that serves as a reminder or facilitates consistent action toward your desired outcome is a valuable system in your life.

Be okay with not doing something and embrace the mindset of small wins

This may seem paradoxical in the context of developing self-discipline, but being okay with not doing something is crucial. There are times in life when we need tough love and motivation, but there are also moments when compassion is the driving force that propels us forward.

When you don’t follow through with something, whether it’s going for a run or preparing a healthy dinner, it’s important to be okay with it. You don’t need to shame yourself or feel guilty for not taking action because that will only reinforce negative thought patterns, making it harder to create the change you desire.

Consider this: if you miss a planned run and spiral into self-criticism, you’re more likely to avoid running altogether. However, if you approach the situation with understanding and compassion, you’ll be more inclined to try again next time.

This is where small daily victories come into play. Sometimes, all we need is one small step forward to develop a new habit and maintain consistency. Whatever you're striving to improve or change, if it feels daunting, tell yourself, "Just for today, I'll do a 15-minute workout instead of the full hour," or "Just for today, I'll read 5 pages instead of the entire chapter," and celebrate these as small victories. Doing so not only helps you establish new habits but also allows you to acknowledge the progress you've made and the trust you've built within yourself.

—Luna