#Relational Capital

[cabi-leodrann]

That's a big boy right here. Vent post I did a while ago, finally felt the courage to post it I hope it'll reach the people who needed to read this. Edit: Took my sweet time to do it, because I kept forgetting- But the original comic that inspired this one has been found! Thank you very much!

[capsulelabs08]

Metrics for HEI Intellectual Capital Assessments

  In Higher Education Institutions (HEIs), gauging Intellectual Capital (IC) isn’t just essential—it’s imperative. Simply tallying publications or leaning on generic commendations barely scratches the surface. A deeper exploration into the alchemy of intellectual capital creation is essential because it empowers HEIs to create an additional revenue stream and  dominate their domain. Deciphering…

[bamsara]

why do 'evil' and 'mean' versions of fictional characters usually wear dark clothing with piercings and some sort of goth punk aesthetic. all the mean people i've met have high lights and wear y2k clothes from shein

[nando161mando]

When I'm in the PR department and I have to invent a new way to say "3 jobs and broke" for the 50th time:

[frodo-a-gogo]

Let us be brutally honest with ourselves and with eachother for a moment. If he weren't obese you motherfuckers would be capable of percieving evrart claires sexy sexy moral ambiguity and complex charms

[summersreality]

how “feminists” look at me when I say that feminism shouldn’t be centered around how many female CEOs exist because that’s a capitalist value and capitalism directly benefits from the oppression of women.

how “feminists” look at me when I mention that the 🌽 industry isn’t in any way empowering for women. there is no way to prove consent was given. there is no proof that the woman wasn’t trafficked. there’s no proof that the woman isn’t a minor. OF reinforces that women and our bodies can be bought for a couple of dollars a month.

how “feminists” look at me when I say that if SW is the only way for a woman to make money, then it’s not a choice but a last resort.

how “feminists” look at me when I say that even though all women have a right to decide what they want doesn’t mean that some of those choices aren’t influenced by misogyny.

how “feminists” look at me when I say no, I will in fact not support or respect any religions that believe women are sinful and an inferior gender just because they were born as women.

how “feminists” look at me when I say that only feeling empowered when you’re in full glam and conforming to beauty standards you are in fact not empowered but instead cowering under the pressure and expectations put on you.

how “feminists” look at me when I say that using Afghan womens’ oppression and dehumanization as study motivation isn’t as cute as they think.

how “feminists” look at me when I say that it’s useless to only complain about “pick me girls” instead of recognizing why they act that way (the pressure to get male validation)

[fluffyartbl0g]

PFTDGEHSJSJDYTE I CANT BELIEVE MONKEY D. LUFFY HAS TAKEN OVER TUMBLR!!!

At first sight I was like, oh cool! I see they’ve added a Luffy tab on my dashboard, because I love one piece. And then I look down the luffy tag,,, AND THERE ARE SO MANY PEOPLE WHO JUST. DON’T KNOW WHO HE IS XD. That must mean THEY’VE JUST ADDED HIM TO EVERYONE’S DASHBOARDS WAHAHAHA!

First of all, it’s pronounced loo-fee. Second of all, he’s from hit series One Piece and you better not forget it!!!

[lvl10blvkmage]

[troythecatfish]

[maxdibert]

Imagine being Severus Snape and having seven anxiety attacks a day during the week leading up to the start of the school year because of the intrusive thoughts about all the trouble Harry Potter is going to get himself into and how you’ll have to save his arse while simultaneously teaching classes, grading essays, marking exams, doing night patrols, brewing potions, and serving as Dumbledore’s informant. It’s literally the most relatable depiction of precarious adulthood in the entire bloody book series.

[babbimetal]

SONG 3 LET'S GOOOO

[kari-hehe]

🤩👍🏻

[xeavy]

"Finally a day off"

My Day off:

Adulting is overrated 😭

[nando161mando]

[mouthtapedguy]

Please ensure Senator McConnell is entombed with Mr. Burns' will

[dipperdesperado]

Notes Toward Finding Community, Or, How to Find Community When You Feel Isolated

Neoliberalism sucks for a ton of reasons. From the enclosure of every common, to the commodification of every creation, it feels like a muzzle on humanity that gets tighter and tighter. One of the most underexplored aspects of neoliberalism is the way in which it creates and reinforces isolation. People don’t really have communities outside of consumption or compulsion. This is problematic for a ton of reasons, namely that it prevents us from fulfilling our basic needs. Humans are social creatures. People need to have connections with folks. People may not all need the same levels or intensity of connections, but connections are important nonetheless. To lack in the ability to socialize meaningfully is to ensure worse health outcomes, mentally, emotionally, and physically. But, I don’t mean to freak you out. I think that there are steps we can take to star building community, bridging gaps with the people around us.

Think About What You Want

When folks feel very isolated, it can be easy to accept anything. If we’re in a vulnerable state, that could leave us open for ending up in precarious situations. One way to fight against this is to start from the position of imagining what community looks like. Is the type of space we want to occupy based around interests (fandom, hobbies)? Religions, spiritualities, social issues? If we are able to list the things that excite us, we have a good idea of what to look for, and can focus our efforts towards finding those spaces.

Find the Watering Holes

With the spaces we’re interested in on hand, youcan find where folks gather. Every community has virtual and/or in-person spaces. For example, if you’re a film fan, you can look for indie cinemas, folks putting on screenings, or look into film societies where you live. For activism, I’ve written a whole guide on how to get started. Looking for those spaces will allow you to start getting integrated in the space. Really think about how you can occupy the same physical and digital spaces of people who are into what you’re into.

Go Meet Folks

Now, this may be difficult, depending on your disposition. The quickest way to meet folks is to put yourself out there. It’s always vulnerable to put yourself on the line in this way, but it’s super necessary. When you’re in spaces with similar folks, you have talking points built in! You don’t have to worry if the folks around you will like movies at film club. If you are enjoyable to be around, through being nice, interesting, and/or being an active listener, you’ll be making connections in no time. If you’re not willing to talk to folks, it’ll be hard to make connections. Being open is an asset towards the end of getting connected. At the very least, consistently go to events and spaces in your interest area(s). Maybe you’ll bump into an extroverted person that can show you the ropes.

Be the Change You Want to See

As you get out there, think about how you can start catalyzing community. Maybe you host a dinner for neighbors. Maybe you start a book club. Or even a neighborhood garden, or cleanup event. In this way, you’re flipping the issue on its head. You’re creating the space to meet folks yourself. It’s like being a magnet, drawing others to you.

We need community. It’s a necessary thing, you know? So, hopefully, keeping these things in mind helps in that regard.