#after that- you need conflict resolutions skills and to know how to communicate

[snekdood]

ppl who larp about the Revolution™ almost seem to expect someone *else* to take the leading role in it all so they can sit inside on their asses and do jack shit, they know they have no meaningful skills to offer and would only slow people down, but expect to *somehow* magically radicalize most americans into doing all the work for them because awww dey're just such a weak wittle babu that needs to be pwotected and defwended awlways uwu

like. come on. get a grip. if everything went your way and someone actually stronger than you came along to take the lead, you're likely not being invited, and you'll likely be left behind... which means left to the alt right, who will no doubt come to your house to see if you're perpetuating anything "woke", and you gotta know they wont just ask, they'll barge in and look through everything even your computer.

though, you should really focus on your plan. your first step: get along with people enough to even actually convince them its a good idea, and we all know you'll never dare to try that shit. you cant even be on here w/o blocking someone like me for even suggesting you are approaching this like a child playing war and you have NO FUCKING IDEA WHAT YOU'RE DOING.

you think you want a second holocaust (which is essentially letting trump win, i mean hitler got the majority vote in germany. thats how he rose to power. didn't just materialize out of thin air), but you dont seem to grasp the gravity of what that entails, or even that you'd be thrown in the camps with everyone else, all to stick it to jewish ppl and "the libs", even if it means you and all the ones you love die along with them. you are a net negative to humanity and quite frankly should be on a fucking watch list.

[turnedpalefromlackofsun]

what if i dont even have a condition and its just more american propaganda floated by the CIA to try to keep asian americans out of college (not asians cuz international tuition go brrrr)

they tried with race policy and soft propaganda in high impact cities.

i wouldnt put it past them.

[butterflydm]

Wheel of Time 3x05 Deep Dive (show spoilers)

Spoilers through 3x05 of the show, plus spoilers for the trailer for 3x06 and some light speculation.

One thing that came to me that this episode is actually about a classic issue from the novels as well -- it's about the dangers of not communicating important information.

Something that I didn't realize during my original watch is that Moiraine seems to really be avoiding Rand this entire episode. She's basically doing anything except talking with Rand, maybe because she needs to settle things in her mind first? It is unfortunate, because if she'd talked to him, and been open and honest with him about things relating to Lanfear, maybe she could have spared Egwene the pain that she walked into at the end.

And that gets echoed in several other threads as well -- Rand and Egwene are both holding important pieces of the puzzle that, if they combined them, would untangle them both from their emotional mess -- Rand would be able to explain why Lanfear might be stalking Egwene and Egwene could show Rand that Lanfear isn't the sweet damsel that she's pretending to be when she's with him. But they aren't talking to each other, because they are an extremely conflict-averse couple and always have been, from the very beginning, when Egwene avoided talking to Rand about her ceremony and Nynaeve's offer to teach her to become a Wisdom and then Rand used sex to try to deflect from Egwene starting that uncomfortable conversation later on. If they think a conversation might cause conflict, they both work to try to avoid it as long as possible.

We know from 3x01 that Rand and Egwene spent a month sleeping in the same bed on the ship to Tar Valon without ever talking about the status of their relationship or any related issues, and they have continued that trend with a vengeance so far, all the way up until everything cracks open (I'm assuming that it'll all crack open in 3x06, anyway).

We learn in 1x07 that the pattern of their fights is -- Rand goes to Egwene afterwards, he apologizes* and they engage in make-up sex. It doesn't sound like they've ever had a habit of actually talking out their differences. But because their previous lives were low-stress and low-tension, they were able to rub along just fine. But the second a major bump appeared in the road (Nynaeve's apprenticeship offer), Egwene avoids the uncomfortable conversation as long as possible and then Rand deflects with sex to try to keep it at bay as well. They have never had good conflict-resolution skills in their relationship; it's all avoidance and sex.

(*if one party is ALWAYS the one who apologizes, then you are not resolving your differences, you're just delaying them by pretending that there's no conflict)

We see a similar issue happening with Moiraine and Siuan, in that both Moiraine and Siuan avoid explaining just how badly things are going, because (after their semi-breakup) they are both needing to present the image of being able to handle their side of the agreement -- Moiraine is in charge of the Dragon; Siuan is in charge of the Tower. When the truth is that both of them have had events spiral wildly out of their control. But they can't admit it to each other.

And on Rand's side of things, in addition to not being able to tell Egwene about Selene/Lanfear; it doesn't look like he's talked to Moiraine about Mierin Sedai and his emotional reactions to Lanfear as a result of 'meeting' Mierin. If he had, then perhaps Moiraine would have revealed to him the 3x01 deal, and let him know that Lanfear actively attacked him and his friends fairly recently.

So, yeah. Lack of communication. I'll see if the other plot threads touch on that as well or if it's mainly an Egwene-Rand-Moiraine-Siuan thing.

The scene with Moiraine struggling to control the sa'angreal is very beautiful. It's clear that it's letting her draw too much of the One Power and is overwhelming her. She does seem to feel a need to master it -- maybe because of something that she experienced in the rings. We only got to see a small fraction of what she witnessed, after all.

I am curious about what narrow path she is going to be trying to take in the near future.

Lan saves her from burning out, pretty sure, and we see the destruction that she has (inadvertently?) caused as a result of her uncontrolled channeling. And we're reminded that channeling more of the One Power than you can handle causes a sort of euphoric hunger to draw more (like how Amalisa felt when she was linked to Nynaeve and Egwene and drew too much, killing herself and the other women). Lan tries to get Moiraine to open up to him about what happened in the rings, but she's not ready.

"I cannot teach someone unwilling to learn."

Aviendha drawing the negative attention of her Wise Ones by first echoing the Shaido's rejection of Rand - he's not one of us; and then trying to escape from any blame when they point out to her that she had the opportunity to teach Rand more about their culture and failed to make an impact, so is it really his fault that he doesn't know enough?

(which reminds me of Rand telling the Maidens, and especially Aviendha, that all they do is glare at him and roll their eyes. Aviendha had a month on a ship with Rand but spent all her time teaching Aiel culture to Elayne instead of to her potential Car'a'carn - she did not lack opportunity to teach Rand, she chose not to do it... because she was running away from her duty)

And from the PoV of the Wise Ones -- Rand has shown himself to be willing to follow their customs and laws as soon as he is made aware of what is expected of him, contrary to what Aviendha claims here. He presents himself the way that Aviendha presented herself, he respected their ways and made it through the columns and has the appropriate marks. He knows more about Aiel history than Aviendha currently does. He is the Car'a'carn and Aviendha is showing foolish stubbornness by trying to pretend that it matters that Rand doesn't 'act Aiel enough' when it is literally part of the prophecy that he will not be raised "by the blood".

And so, in order for her to learn wisdom, they instruct her to teach Rand from the moment he wakes up until he goes to his blankets at night (she is going to do this in the brattiest way possible, which is probably not going to be earning her any 'wisdom' points in the Wise Ones' eyes).

Cold Rocks Hold is pretty. <3

We learn some more about Aiel culture -- Rhuarc must ask permission to come under Lian's roof, even though she's his wife. We get properly introduced to an Aiel polyamorous marriage here, with Lian kissing both Rhuarc and Bair in greeting (and we've seen Rhuarc call Bair "shade of my heart" previously), and Rhuarc introducing them both as his wives.

And we learn that some Aiel familial terms are not the same as wetlander terms, as Rhuarc introduces us to his "greatdaughter" Alsera. Who immediately goes to Rand, and the two of them have such an adorable introduction, where she asks him if he's the Car'a'carn, he confirms it by showing her his tattoos, and he playfully chases her into the Hold (with more children joining after).

And we can see how everyone waits for the ceremony to be complete, even though Alsera is clearly itching to give Rhuarc a hug.

I really love that Rand seems willing to embrace the Aiel as a potential source of family here. And I think that Rand really needed those endearing moments with Rhuarc's greatdaughter to place on the balancing scale against the mess with Lanfear.

Bair continuing her campaign to separate Rand and Egwene by directly telling Egwene, "The time for watching [Rand] is through, Egwene Sedai." Third episode in a row where she's been trying to gently pull them apart, bless her.

So! Bair's motives in trying to separate Rand and Egwene. I talked after the last episode about how I think part of it is that she didn't see Egwene when she and the others dreamed about Rand coming to Rhuidean. I think she also is inclined to try to separate them simply because (she thinks) Egwene is an Aes Sedai. Rand spending time with the children of the Hold, or learning about Aiel culture from Aviendha, is greatly preferable to him staying bound to an Aes Sedai, who may not share the Aiel's priorities.

Hmm, yeah, it sounds like Moiraine overheard Bair telling Egwene "We're going to walk the Dream. Will you join us?" but that happened after Rand had already left with Alsera. So I am not certain if Rand knows about the dreamwalking stuff. I guess we'll find out for sure in 3x06.

Over into Siuan's plotline. I think that she's reading one of Moiraine's old letters (we know that Moiraine was writing regularly, back when she was pretending that the Dragon Reborn was learning how to channel from Logain, and there are probably many older letters as well, from before she found Rand).

Elaida is actually a very clear communicator here. Maybe, uh, too clear. She definitely doesn't suffer from the communication breakdown that Siuan-Moiraine-Rand-Egwene are going through in this episode.

What we get with Elaida and Siuan here is political intrigue, with the fate of the world on the table as stakes. Let us, for the moment, assume that Elaida is absolutely on the level (the end of the episode does imply she's probably not a Darkfriend) - she is doing everything that she does because she genuinely believes that her way of handling the Dragon Reborn, that Tower Law, is the correct way. That Siuan has corrupted the Amyrlin Seat because [insert class-based claims here], etc.

Siuan, on the other hand, has to play her cards very carefully, because if her full hand were revealed -- that she has been conspiring with Moiraine for years, that she became Amyrlin for the express purpose of subverting Tower Law -- the people that she leads would turn on her.

Siuan's purpose... has failed.

Alanna also attests to this later in the episode -- she believes that the Green Ajah has failed as well. The Black Ajah is ready for the Last Battle. The White Tower is not. The Green Ajah is not. They are already running behind. Siuan doesn't know how many Black Ajah might remain in the Tower. She doesn't know who she can trust. She knows that there are so many more members of the Black Ajah than she had guessed -- but how many? Who?

She doesn't know. Her hounds have been loosed. Does she know where they've gone?

Siuan's exact words: where is Elayne? "She's on a journey of my choosing. Well protected. I've already let Queen Morgase know."

...yeah, none of that actually says that Siuan knows where Elayne is -- Mat has gone with them, which Siuan may count as adequate protection, given that she's taken the measure of him, plus Elayne can channel and Nynaeve... well, maybe she can channel too if the right circumstances come up.

It actually seems more likely to me that Min gave Siuan the head's up vs Nynaeve or Elayne doing it (and Min didn't know what their destination was going to be, so she couldn't have informed Siuan about that).

"People don't change. Mother, you may have fooled many but I know what you are. River trash."

To touch on Elaida and classism -- it does imply that it's possible that Nynaeve's old Wisdom wasn't trying to save face but was telling the truth about being turned away from the White Tower for being a poor country kid, because it seems clear that if Elaida had been in charge when Siuan had arrived, she would have turned Siuan away as a novice. She has a deep disrespect for Siuan as a person that all the 'Mother's in the world can't hide.

So Elaida lays bare that it's not communication that's at issue between our heroes and their antagonists -- there's also the issue of the antagonists holding genuinely bigoted views, and that knowing the truth about what our heroes are doing would not help in fixing the problems between them.

We come back to this with the Dain Bornhold storyline. The fact that Perrin is willing to work with "witches" means that he and Dain could never come to terms as long as Dain holds to his current views even if Dain is able to understand why Perrin killed his father, because Dain has been prejudiced against Aes Sedai since he was a child (presumably, he was once one of those young boys in the Whitecloak camps, as his father was a big league Whitecloak). Communication cannot save you against genuine bigotry and/or hatred, and we see that at play in all four major storylines:

Elaida vs 'lower-class' Siuan

Dain vs 'witches' and anyone who supports them

Liandrin, who has taken her (understandable) trauma over what was done to her and extended her feelings towards all men

Couladin & the Shiado, who reject Rand as the Car'a'carn because he wasn't raised Aiel (relatively minor note in this storyline so far, but it has been shown and mentioned)

So diving into Siuan's suspicions about Elaida being a Darkfriend, and the plot that the group schemes to work out the truth. We learn a lot here -- it does seem like Adelas is perhaps slowly recovering herself, with a lot of help from her sister, and that she is very much herself at heart, just trapped and hurt by whatever damage Nyomi did to her mind.

It also illustrates to us something of the condition that the poor child-bride in Tanchico is potentially in -- she was taken out of one horror and placed into a different horror. Is Liandrin taking care of that girl or did she abandon the girl once her conscience was salved by having Nyomi wipe her memories?

Verin has figured out that Liandrin was able to connect four "hearts" of the Black Ajah -- their groups of three sisters who work together. So, twelve sisters total, only eleven of which actually attacked, which means that one of Liandrin's Black Ajah sisters is still unknown to them.

Now, my personal suspicion is that Liandrin was able to do this because she's acting on Lanfear's behalf, and that Lanfear is the one who wants the collar-and-bracelet... you know, just as a little extra insurance in case her do-over LTT doesn't fall into line the way that she wants him to. This has not been confirmed in the show and it's possible that when we see Liandrin and Lanfear meet up next episode we'll learn that Lanfear had nothing to do with Liandrin's plans to cage the Dragon... but my current theory is that Lanfear is the mastermind behind that plan.

"We cannot mistake suspicion for certainty," Verin warns Leane and Siuan, when it seems like they're becoming way too sure that Elaida definitely has to be a Darkfriend. And so they make plans to lay bait in front of Elaida -- let her know about the Black Ajah Sisters being held in the 13th Depository and then see if she goes to either rescue them or silence them on behalf of the Shadow.

Maksim and Alanna are at odds over the course of this episode, culminating in their big blow-out and then him coming back at the end. Their two different ways of grieving Ihvon and dealing with what happened in 3x01 coming to a head.

This is another example of miscommunication and assumptions hurting people who care about each other, I think. They needed to have that blow-out fight towards the end of the episode so that they could understand where the other person was coming from, but they took the hard way of getting there.

Maksim's grief is... personal. He wants revenge for Ihvon's death. He doesn't understand why Alanna isn't drowning in grief the same way that he is.

Alanna's grief, otoh, is also wrapped up in her sense of failure. She was so incredibly smug in 3x01, before the fight went down. She was proud of herself. They were going to reveal and capture a Black Ajah Sister, still her, and then use her to root out all the rest of the Black Ajah, who Alanna was probably assuming were mostly Red Sisters.

And then... four SITTERS of varying Ajahs all broke ranks and joined Liandrin.

A Green Sister that she knew and trusted (by how Maksim reacted to seeing Jeaine) almost killed her Warders.

Ihvon died.

Because she wasn't ready.

Because she isn't enough and Maksim isn't enough and Ihvon wasn't enough.

There's a line that Alanna says in s2 about how people don't know what they'll be willing to do until they're pushed. And the world is pushing Alanna right now. It's pushing her hard.

What Maksim and Alanna go through in this episode gets us to that place where she admits where her head is at (that she came to the Two Rivers to try to create an army to fight the Shadow, because she feels like the White Tower and the Green Ajah have failed - so you might say that Alanna booking it out of town after the 3x01 cold open was her vote of 'no confidence' in Siuan's leadership) and to get Maksim to move out of his personal grief enough to understand the bigger picture at stake and re-dedicate himself to Alanna and her cause.

Alanna is another of those characters like Liandrin or Lanfear, where it feels like the show has really given her depth that she didn't get in the books.

Alanna and Maksim trying an approximation of their old banter but not being able to actually get any true joy out of it really breaks my heart.

Faile arrives with news that Whitecloak reinforcements are closing in -- Perrin needs to move now if he wants to save the Cauthons before they arrive.

Back when Perrin first talked about rescuing the Cauthons (in 3x03), he mentioned that he wanted to do it with no one getting hurt. And then we got the flashbacks in Rhuidean, where we saw Lewin and his friends express that same hope just before they went off and changed the course of the Aiel's culture forever.

And much like with Lewin and his friends, Perrin & co saved the girls, but they did engage in violence and also had a casualty on their own side (Charlin in the flashback, and Natti Cauthon here) and, additionally, the promise of more violence to come in the future, because violence is a cycle. Engaging in the cycle of violence creates more violence and yet... refusing to engage in the cycle means allowing innocent victims to be hurt.

That's the trap that the Aiel were caught in during their cultural slide from "true" Aiel to the present-day Aiel. And it's the trap that Perrin is caught in now. Lewin decided that he was willing to pay the price of violence in order to protect himself and the people that he cares about; this was not something that his family could accept. And now, the present-day Aiel consider refusing to defend yourself to be one of the highest forms of dishonor ("the only thing less honorable than defending yourself is killing those who refuse to defend themselves").

Aviendha and Rand's (somewhat unwilling) cultural exchange here is a lot of fun to watch. <3

We get more information on the Aiel here (and on Aviendha's viewpoint on the night she shared with Elayne, just as we will get Elayne's viewpoint on it later in the episode) -- Aviendha feels like having only two people in a relationship is "a lot to ask of one person" and says that she pities Egwene for being Rand's solo lover (probably assuming that Rand is high-maintenance because Aviendha is really good at making assumptions up about Rand). We also learn that Aiel eat with their right hands and sit on cushions during meals.

It is a change from the books for Rhuarc, Lian, and Bair to be so openly affectionate with each other in public, but this is a change that has really already been shown to us in having Aviendha be more open to flirting and then sleeping with someone within the span of a month, and how Chiad and Bain are constantly trolling for new participants in Maidens' Kiss. In general, all of the reserved characters in the books are a bit more open in the show, probably because it's just easier to have characters play off each other when they're being allowed to show affection to each other and because the shows don't have the benefit of internal narration.

This scene does show us that, from Aviendha's perspective, she feels like being someone's only lover is a lot of work, and she would want to share that with at least one other person (we've only see throuples so far in the show, but I will leave the door open here for more complex polycule shapes). So it's possible that if she and Elayne do meet again in the future, they will need to talk about their differing expectations for potentially continuing their relationship (though it's also possible that Elayne has already been told this, during their cultural exchange moments on the ship).

Something I find interesting to think about is how long the Aiel have had this belief and this tradition in polyamorous marriage, because it seems firmly ingrained in their culture. Is it a result of the sharp population bottlenecks that the Aiel went through over the course of their history, or is this something that was passed down (likely in transformed form) from the very first Aiel that we saw in the show (Charn's generation)?

I do also want to note that though Aviendha and Rand are low-key antagonistic here, Rand does take Aviendha's note about which hand to eat with, and implements it (which probably annoys Aviendha more, because it shows her that her snide comment to the Wise Ones earlier was a big assumption on her part that doesn't actually have a basis in Rand's character).

We get another thoroughly adorable interaction between Alsera and Rand (her delivery of "I grew the squash, Rand al'Thor" is so so cute/ She is so proud of herself! And Rand is so sweet and sincere in his reaction to her). <3 And Aviendha's face of 'ugh why does he have to be good with kids? I much prefer it when I can just dislike him based on my prejudged notions of him' is hilarious. Aviendha is the much softer version of the other antagonistic relationships we see this episode, the comedy version instead of the more serious and dramatic versions that we get in Siuan vs Elaida or Perrin vs Dain.

So, we have three 'pairings' who are kind of eating together at this meal -- Rhuarc and Lian; Rand and Aviendha; and Lan and Melindhra. Alsera is there to be cute; while Moiraine is melancholy. She still hasn't talked to anyone about her experience in the rings.

Lan and Melindhra is interesting because it's a reflection & inverse of Rand and Aviendha. In both cases, we have someone who is of a people but not of their culture; and we have them introduced to someone who knows that culture and can teach it to them. Aviendha is an unwilling teacher to Rand, assigned to teach him in the hopes that doing so will teach her how to be wise. Melindhra is an eager teacher to Lan, in both Aiel and Malkieri culture.

Is Melindhra flirting with Lan? It is so hard to tell. Lan isn't open to it even if she is -- he didn't have any real interest in following Melindhra out of the tent in 3x03 until he saw the tattoo on her back -- but Melindhra might be. It's clear that she knew who Lan was on sight, and she's explicitly told him that she would throw away everything that she's built among the Aiel if he decided to take up his crown and call for him people to follow him to the Blight to reclaim Malkier.

How much older than Lan is Melindhra? Again, hard to say. We know that she was a 'child' when Malkier fell, while Lan was 'a baby' who remembers nothing of his people. There's a lot about Melindhra that is still a mystery. Her memories of Malkier later are fairly vague, which fits with a child (maybe she was around Alsera's age when Malkier fell).

Moiraine gets up to leave -- Lan almost joins her but she tells him to stay; and Rand notes her departure but doesn't attempt to join her. Though Moiraine and Rand both went through transformative journeys in the last episode, they have not talked about it with each other. If they had... well, Rand's conversation with Lanfear later on in the episode might have gone very differently.

We get Egwene's first lesson with the Wise Ones. And I am definitely personally still trying to figure out the rules of show!TAR, so I will do my best to also attend to the lesson.

Bair tells Egwene that she must "listen, remember, and do as you are told. Above all, you must not enter Tel'aran'rhiod again. Until Melaine or I says you may." Egwene agrees to their terms.

Now the question I have is -- does Egwene believe that she is still abiding by their terms when she helps Moiraine later on in the episode? She does kinda loophole her way around things by only directly entering other people's dreams rather than being in TAR itself, but is that following the spirit of the Wise Ones' instructions and the promise that they asked of her? A promise that she freely agreed to.

What we learn about how TAR works:

anyone can 'touch' TAR but very few can 'truly enter it' - what we are shown in a little bit is that those who 'touch' TAR appear as somewhat ghostly apparitions to Egwene's eyes.

It is not related to the One Power -- Melaine cannot channel but is still an able Dreamwalker (and she and Bair are the only Dreamwalkers among the Taardad).

Entering the dream world is risky. Death in TAR also means death in the real world.

Your thoughts can affect your appearance in TAR, so you must control your thoughts in order to control yourself and your surroundings.

You can set up an outside sound to 'trigger' yourself back to wakefulness. It appears that this works whether or not you're a dreamwalker. as Egwene will also tell this to Moiraine at the end of the episode.

Falling asleep in WoT!verse is so much easier than it sometimes is IRL, lol

Not all dreams take place in TAR, but the Forsaken can stalk people inside their own dreams (this explains why Rand stabbing himself in his own dream back in 1x08 didn't kill or hurt him in the real world, but it would have, if it had happened in TAR). We actually don't know if Rand has ever been in TAR or if it's only ever been the Forsaken going into Rand's own dreamscape.

"You have power over your own dreams. If you want her out, just believe she's out" - is this only true for Dreamwalkers or would this protection work for other people as well? If someone tells Rand that he has the power to keep Lanfear out of his dreams, would he be able to enforce that, or does he need to be a dreamwalker to be able to keep her out? Because that could make a huge difference in how the rest of the season plays out.

The second that Egwene is told that she can just think herself somewhere else, she immediately does it, and she wanders around the TAR version of Tar Valon for a while, before she's found by Lanfear, who sets to torturing Egwene (as herself this time -- the first time that Egwene has seen Lanfear's face, and she doesn't know who this woman is, but is able to piece together that this is also her tormentor from her own dreams). The brass pin drops and Egwene wakes, and Bair and Melaine tell her that she's being stalked by one of the "Shadowsouled" aka one of the Forsaken.

Does Egwene tell Rand about this, given that he's the Forsaken's main target?

No, of course not. Rand and Egwene don't talk about important things basically ever, why would you even think to ask? Egwene views herself as Rand's Protector, so likely views this as something that she needs to solve on her own, without involving him and putting him into additional danger.

From Lanfear's perspective, I think Egwene just made the game interesting by showing that she can enter TAR. Before now, Egwene was the annoying "doe-eyed cow" that Rand insisted on playing boyfriend-girlfriend with, but Lanfear didn't really think of her as a threat (imo). But now she's shown some actual ability and power, which makes Lanfear take her seriously enough to set up her little power-play later in the episode.

We dive more into Elaida's politicking -- Siuan warned her that if she's going to call a vote in the Hall, she better have the votes in hand, and now Elaida is at work doing just that. She's talking with one of the White Ajah Sitters, Alviarin, and getting her temperature on potentially voting against Siuan as the logical choice when it comes to the issue of the Dragon.

Then she spots Adelas, on her own outside her rooms with 'just' an Accepted (and we get the additional information here that Elaida is very much an asshole to everyone that she sees as 'beneath' her, including the novices and Accepted).

I like that Adelas is able to help with the plan (is the key to the plan, even!), even with the injuries to her mind, and Verin's certainty that her sister will be able to help. That relationship has been really emotional for me this season, even though we've only had it in tiny doses.

So, Elaida (if we are assuming that she's not a Darkfriend) must genuinely believe that Verin "needs" her in order for her to say it here -- but Elaida is clearly very good at rationalizing her desires to herself (most Aes Sedai are), so she may just mean it in the sense that she believes all the Aes Sedai here need Elaida to 'save' them from Siuan 'destroying the Tower from within'. Difficult to say.

Mat getting exhausted by dealing with Nynaeve's constant barfing and Elayne's constant cramming for what they might need to know about Tanchico is very understandable when we learn that he's been dealing with this for fourteen days. I love so much that we got an episode with them on the Sea Folk ship! This entire section was lovely and had both touching and melancholy moments while still maintaining an overall upbeat atmosphere.

Things we learn about Tanchico:

It is spread over three hills in Tanchico Bay.

The rich people live at the tops of the hills.

Thievery is fairly common and even the wealthy are not particularly stable in that wealth.

Mat and Elayne snipe at each other, while poor Nynaeve wishes for death. Any differences that Mat and Elayne might have had have definitely been exacerbated by being forced to travel in extremely close quarters for the past two weeks. With the smell of vomit in the background, too, because of Nynaeve. Mat snipes at Elayne for being a spoiled princess and she snipes at him for drinking too much and being stuck in his own head (re: the Old Tongue).

So they are definitely starting out in a rough patch! I am really interested to see how/if this dynamic evolves in the next couple of episodes, or if Mat's screen time will focus more on his established friendships with Nynaeve and Min.

Instead of focusing on understanding Tanchico itself as the way to locate Liandrin, Nynaeve feels like they need to focus on centering what they know about Liandrin and using that instead, but Elayne wonders how much of what they knew about Liandrin was a lie.

Mat is so tired of being stuck below decks, so when Elayne accidentally gives him an excuse (she notes that they appear to be traveling at an 'impossibly' quick rate), he takes it, bolting for the upper decks, thus triggering both him spotting Min and Elayne and Nynaeve beginning their journey of learning about Windfinders being able to channel.

The Sailmistress (Coine din Jubai Wild Winds, per the credits) is angry at them at first but then sees how poorly Nynaeve is handling the travel and gives her some advice on feeling less sea-sick, which does seem to help her, and Coine takes pity on them and gives them permission to stay on the deck.

Min was trying to stay incognito during this trip (so must have been very relieved when she learned that Mat's group was restricted to their room) but now Mat has caught up with her and is relieved to be around neither vomiting nor lectures.

Back in the Two Rivers plotline, we set up that the reinforcements are arriving 'tomorrow', so Perrin really does just have tonight to save the girls. We briefly meet Child Byar -- I'm going to try to see if it looks like he died at the end of the episode or survived.

And then we see Dain trying to do the same thing he did with Aviendha in s2 -- sure, he's locking her up and he's willing to kill her if she tries to escape, but he gives her water while she's a prisoner! This lets him feel like he's a better man than Valda, even though he's helping enable the system that upholds men like Valda. And this is a very true thing that we see in our own world -- Dain thinks of himself as righteous because he isn't 'as extreme' as Valda but... of course we learn in this very scene that the line is much thinner than Dain pretends that it is. When he catches Natti trying to escape, he uses physical violence against her (she is in a cage, you asshole).

When one of the girls channels to protect her mom and then Natti confesses to it (lying to protect one or both of her daughters), he hands Natti over to Valda for him to torture and to murder because as soon as she's a 'witch', she is no longer a person to Dain.

I really like how complex they made Natti in the show. She was lost her own rage and grief when we first met her, and was an awful mother. Then the horrible events of Bel Tine shook her up (and the surrogate parent that the girls had in Mat left, so Natti & Abell didn't have anyone else who could take care of the girls for them) and she took responsibility.

And now, she acts to protect her daughters even at the cost of her own life (which was the same sort of behavior that we saw from Mat in 1x01), yet the damage that she caused her kids (especially Mat, who was hardcore parentified) hasn't been overlooked by the show either -- even in Mat's dreams, he can't quite fully take on the praise that he longs to get from his mom, and deflects away to the safer topic of one of his friends.

Perrin tries to keep Faile out of the rescue, but she's not having it (and good thing; she definitely saves Perrin's life down there) and insists on going with him, and Bain & Chiad back her up. Loial will be waiting with their escape, and Alanna insists that she provide some covering fog for them so that they can sneak in effectively, which deeply upsets Maksim, who thought she would be staying back with Loial where it's safer.

As soon as they're away from the others, Maksim sounds like he's on the verge of crying during their entire conversation/argument, while Alanna tries to stay stoic until she finally unleashes her anger (at herself and all of them for not being ready).

Alanna isn't willing to put her trust into Siuan (politics) or Moiraine (prophecies). Facing off against the Black Ajah convinced her that what they need is firepower. And she has had some recent evidence that there is an untapped powderkeg in the Two Rivers, and she means to find a way to use it against the Dark One.

We don't see the scene where she asks, but Bair is clearly continuing her "please break up" campaign for Randgwene, as she has requested that Egwene come sleep with the Wise Ones to continue her training.

The scene between Rand and Egwene is... awkward. Egwene doesn't mention being stalked by one of the Forsaken in her dreams; Rand maintains his silence about being stalked by one of the Forsaken in his dreams. They are continuing Not To Talk about anything important, just as Rand confessed to Mat & Perrin was the case back in 3x01.

I do feel like the show put Rand into such a Catch-22 with Egwene, where he is damned no matter what. It's clear that both of them are in the relationship for the wrong reasons and that the life and passion is gone, yet they muddle along -- Egwene because she feels an obligation to protect Rand (because she feels like she failed him at the end of s1) and because of her PTSD (we've seen that she clings to her relationship with Rand when she feels unsafe); and Rand because of his overwhelming guilt over falling in love with someone else while Egwene was suffering - he thought that faking his death would mean that she could move on and be happy, and discovered that he was wrong in a very awful way.

There's no situation where Rand feels like he can break up with Egwene, no matter how dead the spark is between them. It has to come from her. And yet she also probably felt like she can't break up with Rand either, because she has to be there to protect him and watch him and if she breaks up with him, then he might back away from her (because the last time she broke up with him, he wanted distance afterwards).

But in 3x01, it was Rand who suggested that Egwene was going to stay behind in the White Tower with Nynaeve and Mat -- I suspect he was trying for a soft breakup, and Egwene pretty firmly rejected the idea of her not staying by his side. And again in this episode, when Egwene floats the idea of her staying with him instead of going with the Wise Ones, he's quick to tell her that she should absolutely go sleep with the Wise Ones instead of him and I'm not even sure he knows exactly what the Wise Ones are teaching her.

Rand has picked up what Bair put down about him and Egwene needing to be on different paths, but he still can't take that final step of opening up the floor to an official breakup -- likely because of how guilty he feels over faking his death and then essentially abandoning Egwene to be kidnapped and sold to the Seanchan on Ishamael's orders (from Rand's PoV).

And I was talking about this with @markantonys but one of the things we noted is that it really feels like the Randgwene relationship is there pretty much entirely 'for' Egwene at this point, while Rand's s3 storyline feels like it would have been basically identical so far if Randgwene got lifted out entirely -- his conflict over having feelings for one of the Forsaken would still be there; his conflict over his identity as being Aiel by blood but Two Rivers by the raising would still be there; his conflict over his destiny as the Dragon Reborn would still be there.

It's Egwene who is being driven by the Randgwene romance - Rand is the reason she goes through the Arches, Rand is the reason she goes to the Aiel Waste, (losing) Rand was even the reason she was pushing herself so hard at the White Tower back in s2. And I just really want Egwene's story to be driven by her own wants and needs, and for her to define herself by who she is, as opposed to being Rand's Protector. Because we know that when Egwene didn't feel the need to protect Rand, when Egwene was pre-trauma... she was okay with the idea of being done with her relationship with Rand and moving on to being Nynaeve's apprentice instead.

Which is exactly the kind of thing that Bair has been trying to push ever since she and Egwene had their first solo conversations -- that Egwene needed to take her own journey, that she needs to understand herself, that her path is not aligned with Rand's, that the time for watching Rand is over -- but Egwene keeps going back to the same patterns over and over again.

Hopefully, their upcoming conversation in 3x06 is worth all the build-up and really shakes up this dynamic because the Randgwene relationship has been the weakest and yet the most persistent part of S3 for me so far, the only part that has felt like it detracts more than it adds to the characters, and I would like not to feel that way about a relationship that has been so highlighted.

But the whole way this conversation is framed -- Rand enters the tent and audibly sighs, before he notices that Egwene is packing up her things. He mentions that they "haven't had a moment alone since Rhuidean" (since they've been traveling the last two weeks, presumably, and this night in Cold Rocks Hold would have been their first time actually being 'together alone' in the same room since the night in the Tar Valon inn where his mirror images tried to murder her) and yet when Egwene offers to stay, he tells her that she should go be with the Wise Ones.

It's funny how both the Randgwene kiss and the Randfear kiss are very hesitant on Rand's part, but for almost completely opposite reasons. Here, Randgwene are continuing to avoid actually communicating with each other, while the Randfear kiss is Rand finally believing that Lanfear is still the person that he fell in love with in s2 -- that her heart is Selene | Mierin, and that she wants to stop being Lanfear by breaking her Dark Oaths and helping kill the Dark One.

And as soon as Egwene leaves, we see the weight of what he's going through (all the things that he isn't telling Egwene about) immediately weighing Rand down.

Moiraine sits and ponders her orb some more, when Lan comes to talk with her, and it's a good talk. But it really does feel like her experience in the rings has shaken Moiraine in a way that she doesn't know how to process -- she's learned that she won't be at the Last Battle and she's trying to figure out how to live with knowing that she isn't going to get to see the great work of her life actually come to fruition. She's going to need to trust Rand to follow through on it without her. Lan gives her companionship and comfort and some time just sitting with her and being her best friend.

Just as Moiraine is thinking about coming to terms with the possibility of her death being fated, we get a scene where Mat comes face to face with that potential knowledge as well -- he wakes to find Min feverishly drawing her viewing of him hanging, because she is trying to work out how to stop it. Which... that is exactly the warning that Bair gave back in 3x04 - about the trap that knowing too much about the future can make people fall into. So I wonder if Min's attempts to stop her viewing might end up leading to it happening?

We will see!

"It's lucky for us that your visions don't really come true, do they?"

I was so puzzled after the first three episodes, when Mat didn't bring up Min's viewing about Rand at all, when that was the centerpiece of his emotional arc in s2, so I was really glad to get this conversation and to hear where Mat's head is at -- he does remember the viewing, but he also remembers how, yes, he was terrified that he'd killed Rand but then Rand didn't die. So that means that Min's visions are flawed, which meant that he could focus more on the whole 'sold me out to the Forsaken' thing.

But we also see when he turns away that he is worried about her viewing -- probably because it echoes some of what he saw in Ishamael's "you're a horrible person" tea that he drank back in s2. We says here that he wouldn't kill himself but then we see him react to seeing that people get hanged for crimes in Tanchico, so that will probably up his worry factor in the upcoming episodes.

Both Rand and Mat having those moments of 'breaking' a bit when no one is looking at them -- they need their friendship so much! I really do miss getting to have Rand and Mat interact. I know that after two seasons of them getting to have some great duo scenes together, that it makes sense to spread their interactions around to other cast members too, but I just really miss them together!

Because they got permission to sleep on deck, they (and we) get to witness the gorgeous channeling by the ship's resident Windfinder (Jorin, per the credits). We learn that the Sea Folk deliberately have led the White Tower to believe that they are inherently weak in the One Power, too weak to become full sisters, as a way of protecting themselves from getting drafted into joining. Elayne can't quite understand why they don't want the training of the Tower but she is also very obviously enchanted by watching Jorin at work.

One of the great things about TSR (and this season) is that the world opens up to show us all of these ways of interacting with the One Power that isn't about going to the magic school and doing magic school things. You don't have to separate from your community in order to learn magic -- you can do it while still embedded in your community. Something that both Nynaeve and Elayne might find reassuring to think about.

Nynaeve also gets another lesson in potentially learning to access her Power -- Coine tells her to think of it as being like the sea. You can't control the sea, only the ways that you move with the sea.

Mat comes back to the room that he was previously sharing with Nynaeve and Elayne, with Min in tow. Elayne vaguely recalls her as a servant from the White Tower, and Mat quickly reveals that she was acting as the Amylin's spy. Then Nynaeve mentions that Min is the person that confirmed to Rand that he was the Dragon (which means that Rand told them about that), and Mat also reveals that Min had a viewing that Mat would kill Rand, which didn't come true.

"So I guess, in a way, that you're not good at any of your jobs." That cracked me up the first time I heard it and still cracks me up now.

But it means that everyone is basically on the same page, except that Nynaeve & Elayne don't know about Min's most recent viewing, and are probably assuming that she's there on Siuan's behalf, and they basically only allow her into the group on Mat's word that she can be trusted.

The Liandrin Grudge Squad has been released into Tanchico!

The next plotline to resolve is Siuan's set-up of Elaida, to try to figure out whether or not she's Black Ajah. From what we see in this episode, Elaida does not appear to be Black Ajah. But she does seem to be pretty hardcore -- she kills Amico as soon as she's sure that Amico isn't going to speak, and she makes it clear that she doesn't negotiate. A Gray Man shows up and kills Joiya before she can reveal the last member of Liandrin's hearts, and attacks Elaida. Siuan heals Elaida while Leane kills the Gray Man.

Elaida's main take-away from this encounter is "You led me here" aka that Siuan set her up.

Siuan's main take-away is "Maybe I misjuged [Elaida]" by assuming that she was Black Ajah simply because she's an asshole.

Our next plotline resolution is the Two Rivers plotline, with Perrin & co sneaking into the camp. They successfully make it to the girls and free them, but Natti isn't there, so Perrin assigns Bain & Chiad to get the girls out of the camp while he and Faile search for Natti.

We see that the Whitecloaks have been killing wolves and it is soon reveled to both us and Perrin that the Whitecloaks (Valda) killed Natti as well.

Fighty-fight stuff happens, with Faile putting up a very good showing against multiple Whitecloaks while Perrin struggles against Dain (who still feels very self-righteous even after handing over a woman to be burnt alive) until Faile comes to get Dain off him.

Alanna gets pincushioned by Whitecloaks before Maksim returns to re-affirm his commitment to her as a Warder. Together they kill about a dozen Whitecloaks, I think, but Alanna, Maksim, and Perrin all get injured.

One thing that this episode does exquisitely well is lay bare exactly how deliberately manipulative Lanfear is being, and how much she is feeding into what she can tell Rand wants her to be in order to win him over to her (again, I go back to my feeling that this is exactly what she did to 'win' Lews Therin in the first place). Now, I did not trust Lanfear's softness in 3x02 or 3x03 in her dreams with Rand, and I was 100% sure she was lying about Rand being the one to put them into the Cairhienin inn in 3x03, and I feel like this next encounter proves that, as when she enters a dream of his imagining (and it's not her grabbing him the second he falls asleep), he is alone on a mountain overlooking his home (the one that he's been told over and over isn't allowed to be his home anymore).

And we see how soft and vulnerable she is with Rand... and then how much she's twisting the knife and enjoying screwing with Egwene's head when we see Egwene's side of things. That is exactly what Selene was talking about when she said that she reflected the things back to her past lover that he wanted from her, and hid the rest of herself in darkness. She is doing the exact same thing with Rand.

Like Moghedien and Sammael said in 3x03, Lanfear is using her old playbook all over again, hoping it will work with a younger and more naive 'version' of LTT. She shows him the parts of herself that he will desire, and hides her cruelty away from him, where he can't see it.

"I see you come here a lot," Lanfear tells Rand here, which reveals to him (and the audience) that she's spying on his dreams even when she doesn't show herself to him.

Rand did fall for Selene -- for the woman that he thought Selene was. That's been the driving force of his guilt with Egwene, I believe. If his feelings for Selene hadn't been real, I think it would have been much easier for him to talk about it with Egwene.

But then he found out that Selene was a lie. That she was really Lanfear. And he has been struggling with that knowledge ever since. Lanfear made a mis-step in the episodes immediately afterwards, when she went hardcore dommy-mommy, which only made Rand feel that Selene had been a total lie. But Lanfear realized that she was hitting the wrong note with Rand, and she recalibrated. She's been playing sweet vulnerable Selene in his head for the last month, working on getting him to remember that version of her.

Even that wasn't enough -- we know this because he was resisting her urging him on towards Tear; that he was even telling Moiraine about Lanfear's visits to him in his dreams.

And then he saw Mierin. That's something that he could point to that couldn't be a manipulation from Lanfear. Mierin was something true. And it's something that he wants to be true, because her manipulations of him in s2 really did work to make him care deeply about her, and he wants that woman to be real.

He wishes that woman were real.

But she's not.

After her moment with Rand, Moiraine goes to Egwene, to see if Egwene can help her give a message to Siuan in her dreams, and after checking that it's important, Egwene agrees to help, and she takes Moiraine to see Siuan, who is waiting in a sun-drenched version of their fisherwoman's hut in Tear.

I am not entirely certain how much the show wants us to think of these shared dreams as actual dreams vs real-world conversations. I won't worry about that right now. We'll see what the next episode brings us.

First we have the Moiraine & Siuan conversation, where they talk about some things and avoid others.

"You cannot afford to fail again" is a line that the trailers heavily implied would be Moiraine speaking to Rand, but is actually her talking to Siuan.

What Moiraine tells Siuan -- you must get the Tower ready to follow the Dragon. The fate of the world depends on it. What you did to me hurt me deeply, even if I agree that I might have done something worse in the same circumstances. I don't think we'll have time in this life to fix things between us, but maybe in the next. I love you.

What she doesn't tell Siuan -- I will not make it to the Last Battle. I don't know when I'll die, but I fear it might be soon. I failed too. I found the Dragon, but I cannot control him or his actions.

What Siuan tells Moiraine -- I deeply regret some of what I've done, even if I didn't see any other choice at the time. Part of me wishes that we could have remained ignorant and happy, even if it had doomed the world.

What Siuan doesn't tell Moiraine -- how fragile things are at the Tower. That if she tries to push this agenda of theirs, everything might come crashing down around her head.

It is a lovely and emotional scene.

Then we have Egwene stepping through her friends' dreams and let's all be glad that Nynaeve wasn't dreaming of having sex with Lan and was instead having an innocent dream of her fake daughter, because that could have gotten really awkward really quickly.

It doesn't seem like Egwene's friends are aware that she's in their dreams, so presumably Rand isn't aware of her screaming in the last dream either (he doesn't react), and Lanfear is only aware because she's also trespassing in Rand's dream.

So Egwene gets some insight into what all of her friends and thinking and feeling -- Nynaeve is feeling wistful of that life that she and Lan never really had; Elayne is dreaming of freedom and embracing this beautiful new way of channeling that she just learned about and Aviendha being there with her; Mat dreams about a better life for his sisters, and for his mother to be proud of him; Perrin dreams about being a blacksmith, about Hopper, and about Faile being part of his simple life in the Two Rivers.

At first, Egwene thinks that Rand is dreaming about home, then she sees that he's dreaming about the woman that Egwene just realized earlier that day has been torturing her for the last month. Who is also one of the Forsaken. And who looks Egwene directly in the eyes and clearly knows that she's present.

And we have to wait until the next episode to get the fallout from Egwene's discovery.

[khaire-traveler]

⚖️ Subtle Themis Worship ⚔️

Try veiling

When you have a big decision/judgement to make, blindfold yourself for a moment; be in a place where you're alone and can think quietly

Vote if you can

Get a candle that reminds you of her (no altar needed)

Keep a picture of her in your wallet

Wear jewelry that reminds you of her

Stay up to date on local politics

Join a local activism group; LGBT rights, POC rights, women's rights, etc.

Support humanitarian organizations or homeless shelters

Have a stuffed animal lion: have a stuffed animal of any creature you associate with justice, order, custom, prophecy, or judgement

Have imagery of the earth/sky, scales, blindfolds, swords, or lions around

Volunteer at a homeless shelter; volunteer at a soup kitchen

Spread the word about injustice, especially related to humanitarian causes

Speak your mind; be honest and direct with others; note that honest does not mean cruel

Get more comfortable with the idea of conflict; look into healthy conflict resolution skills

Join a debate team; spectate or participate in formal debates

Write letters you will never send to people who have done you wrong; burn them (SAFELY!!!)

Try to get involved with your local community; help run events, join groups/clubs, meet new people, etc.

Cook a warm meal for someone in need

Ask someone in need for the things they need most; buy/give them those things if you can

Practice restraint and grounding, especially when it comes to people who annoy you

Try to stay away from gossip; don't spread rumors about others, especially those that you're unsure the integrity of

Get curious about the world around you and the way things work; encourage yourself to question things

Trust yourself; listen to your gut

Work on setting boundaries with others and yourself

Let people know when they've done something that hurt you; ask them to change their behavior or wording

Feel free to give people chances to change, but if they continue not to make changes, don't put yourself through the extra work of keeping them around

Release things that no longer serve you

Work on accepting constructive criticism; try not to take criticism too personally

Get to know yourself better; feel confident in the fact that you know yourself better than others

Keep a self-growth journal; write down things relating to self improvement, how you're feeling, goals you're working towards, etc.

Learn any discreet form of divination; cartomancy, carromancy, pyromancy, tea leaves, etc.

Hold onto family heirlooms

Practice family traditions or create new ones c:

Learn self-defense; learn how to properly use weapons; pepper spray, pocket knife, etc.

Clean up after yourself; don't litter in the environment; pick up litter you come across

Try your best to take the advice you give to others (easier said than done, I know)

Practice patience and mindfulness; release control over the things that you can't control

Ground yourself if you're feeling anxious or stressed over an issue; learn about healthy coping skills for stress or anxiety if you don't know any

Take regular breaks from screens; walk around outside, and enjoy yourself; get some fresh air

Take a walk/hike outside; connect with nature

Drink a calming, soothing, or grounding tea

Take care of yourself after a hard day; be kind and gentle with yourself; engage in comforting activities

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I'll likely add more going forward, but for the time being, this is my list of discreet ways to worship Themis. I hope others find this helpful! Take care, everyone. 🧡

Link to Subtle Worship Master list

[tenebris-lux]

The Way of Kings had a letter asking for help against Rayse (Odium). Words of Radiance had the response. I’m still not clear on who that was.

But Oathbringer had THREE responses, I presume to similar letters as the first.

(SPOILERS for bigger cosmere stuff, Mistborn, Oathbringer, and Dawnshard.)

Letter 1

Dearest Cephandrius,

I received your communication, of course.

I noticed its arrival immediately, just as I noticed your many intrusions into my land.

You think yourself so clever, but my eyes are not those of some petty noble, to be clouded by a false nose and some dirt on the cheeks.

You mustn’t worry yourself about Rayse. It is a pity about Aona and Skai, but they were foolish—violating our pact from the very beginning.

Your skills are admirable, but you are merely a man. You had your chance to be more, and refused it.

No good can come of two Shards settling in one location. It was agreed that we would not interfere with one another, and it disappoints me that so few of the Shards have kept to this original agreement.

As for Uli Da, it was obvious from the outset that she was going to be a problem. Good riddance.

Regardless, this is not your concern. You turned your back on divinity. If Rayse becomes and issue, he will be dealt with.

And so will you.

It’s tricky for me to guess who wrote this one, but my guess is Autonomy, mainly because of these lines from Khriss in Arcanum Unbounded:

That fits in with the “many intrusions into my land.” However, it contradicts her behavior in Mistborn Era 2, where she was trying to expand into Scadrial, thus interfering with Harmony. That’s the main reason I’m not confident, but the clip above also says that Autonomy is very hypocritical.

That’s just my best guess with my limited knowledge. I’m not completely sold that it’s her. She does interfere with other Shards, but it’d be funny if the lines here are just part of her hypocrisy.

We didn’t see the letter “Cephandrius” wrote, so this is the only mention I’ve seen of “Uli Da.” Here’s my guess:

Also from Arcanum Unbounded.

Letter 2

Cephandrius, bearer of the First Gem,

You must know better than to approach us by relying upon presumption of past relationship.

You have spoken to one who cannot respond. We, instead, will take your communication to us—though we know not how you located us upon this world.

We are indeed intrigued, for we thought it well hidden. Insignificant among our many realms.

As the waves of the sea must continue to surge, so must our will continue resolute.

Alone.

Did you expect anything else from us? We need not suffer the interference of another. Rayse is contained, and we care not for his prison.

Indeed, we admire his initiative. Perhaps if you had approached the correct one of us with your plea, it would have found favorable audience.

But we stand in the sea, pleased with our domains. Leave us alone.

We also instruct that you should not return to Obrodai. We have claimed that world, and a new avatar of our being is beginning to manifest there.

She is young yet, and—as a precaution—she has been instilled with an intense and overpowering dislike of you.

This is all we will say at this time. If you wish more, seek these waters in person and overcome the tests we have created.

Only in this will you earn our respect.

Not much that I can pick up, but that is definitely the Sleepless. Several chapters after the penultimate snippet, we glimpse someone going through some waters with a lot of obstacles, only to encounter the Sleepless stopping her.

Dunno about Obrodai.

Letter 3

Friend,

Your letter is most intriguing, even revelatory.

I would have thought, before attaining my current station, that a deity could not be surprised.

Obviously, this is not true. I can be surprised. I can perhaps even be naive, I think.

I am the least equipped, of all, to aid you in this endeavor. I am finding that the powers I hold are in such conflict that the most simple of actions can be difficult.

I am also made uncertain by your subterfuge. Why have you not made yourself known to me before this? How is it you can hide? Who are you truly, and how do you know so much about Adonalsium?

If you would speak to me further, I request open honesty. Return to my lands, approach my servants, and I will see what I can do for your quest.

Obviously Harmony (Sazed).

[lansangprincess]

Would you be okay with jere hooking up with another girl on a break as long as jelly were endgame?

Great question!

Similar to my opinion with the long-held Ross/Rachel "We were on a break" debate, for me, it doesn't actually matter if the technicalities of the situation "proved" that a couple was on a break or not. The point was there was huge miscommunication and deeply hurt feelings. That doesn't go away even if there was an "objectively correct" version of the event.

As for any situation, I would need some more context on how the show would handle this scenario because I personally don't see Jere hooking up with anyone that quickly post-break up, not even in a self-destructive way. So for me to wonder if I would be okay with it is really dependent on if the situation was believable in the first place.

BUT at the end of the day, if Jelly were endgame even after that low point in their relationship, it would signify that their communication skills and conflict resolution skills have triumphed once again and they were able to make it work with both partners owning up to their mistakes and finding a way to move forward that makes both of them comfortable. So I guess I would be okay?

I know this isn't the straightforward answer you were probably looking for but I really can't say much on it if I don't know how the writers are going to handle it lol sorry.

[boardingschoolraipur]

5 Tips for Parents to Help Their Kids Adjust to a Coed Boarding School

Educating your child in a Boarding School In Chhattisgarh, particularly a coed boarding school, is a major decision. Although it provides great opportunities for academic improvement, self-reliance, and interpersonal development, the process is daunting for most students. Parents have a crucial role to play in helping their children settle down and prosper in the new environment.

Coed boarding schools place boys and girls together in academic, residential, and co-curricular settings, creating a diverse and dynamic environment. Such an environment mandates that students socially and emotionally adjust as well as juggle academic responsibilities.

If you are planning to send your child to the Best CoEd Boarding School or one of the Top Boarding Schools in Chhattisgarh, knowing how to assist your child during this transition period is important. This article presents 5 actionable tips for parents to facilitate their children's smooth settling and optimal board school experience.

1. Communicate Freely About Expectations and Emotions

The key to a successful transition starts with open and honest communication. Prior to your child's departure for a Private Boarding School, sit down and talk about what life will be like, such as daily routines, academic life, and social interactions with the opposite sex.

Ask your child to share any fears or concerns with being away from home and dealing with the opposite sex.

Establish realistic expectations regarding the difficulties and rewards of boarding school life.

Reassure them that it's okay to feel homesick or apprehensive at first.

Routine follow-ups after admission are also crucial. Designate a conducive environment where your child is at ease opening up on their experiences and issues without fear of reprisal.

Such regular communication aids in establishing confidence and enables parents to intervene early, making your child feel secure in the course of adapting to life at a Boarding School In Chhattisgarh.

2. Encourage Independence While Providing Support

One of the principal benefits of going to a Best CoEd Boarding School is becoming independent. But this new independence can be daunting at first.

Parents ought:

To encourage the child to become accountable for personal activities such as time management, homework completion, and personal hygiene.

To assist decision-making without dominating, building self-esteem.

Offer assistance with handling social interactions, particularly in a coed environment where social interaction between girls and boys is prevalent.

Balancing independence and emotional support assists children in developing resilience and adapting well to boarding school life.

3. Assist Your Child in Developing Social Skills and Healthy Relationships

Social adjustment is a major difficulty in coed boarding schools. Your child will be interacting with students of different backgrounds and genders, and that calls for strong interpersonal skills.

Parents can:

Talk to your child about respectful behavior and the essence of boundaries in friendships and relationships.

Encourage engagement in extracurricular activities such as sports, clubs, or the arts, which instill teamwork and social integration.

Provide tips on conflict resolution and communication.

Establishing a supportive social network can add value to your child's boarding school experience. The Top Boarding Schools in Chhattisgarh are structured in a way that promotes mutual respect and openness, facilitating students to make long-lasting relationships.

4. Prepare for Academic Challenges and Provide Resources

Academic standards tend to be more rigorous in boarding schools than in regular day schools. Adapting to this can be a stressful experience.

Parents need to:

Get familiar with the school's curriculum and academic standards.

Promote quality study habits and effective time management skills.

Make sure your child is aware of available academic resources, e.g., tutoring or counseling.

Proactive management facilitates the students to balance their workload without getting overwhelmed. Most Private Boarding Schools in Chhattisgarh have excellent study resources, which can make study routine less daunting.

5. Encourage Healthy Living and Well-being

Physical and mental well-being is important during this adjustment phase. Life in boarding school tends to upset routines regarding sleep, diet, and exercise.

Parents can:

Insist on a balanced diet and daily physical exercise.

Promote mindfulness exercises, relaxation methods, and proper sleep.

Monitor for indicators of stress or anxiety and professional assistance if necessary.

A healthy lifestyle promotes academic achievement and emotional stability as your child excels in a coed boarding setup.

Conclusion

Adapting to a Boarding School In Chhattisgarh, particularly a coed one, is a combination of emotional, social, and academic adjustment. Through open communication, independence, facilitating integration, readying for studies, and instilling good habits, parents can make a huge difference in the successful integration of their child.

If you seek a reliable Best CoEd Boarding School that knows such requirements and provides a supportive, well-developed education, then The Great India School is the Private Boarding School committed to delivering outstanding Boarding School CoEd experiences in Chhattisgarh.

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Mastering the Art of Service: Training That Transforms Every Interaction

In fast-paced industries, smooth customer interactions can be the make-or-break point. It’s not only about answering calls or sending replies—it’s about how every phrase, tone, and pause creates an endless impression. Clients remember how they were treated long after they forget what was said. That’s why businesses now see service excellence as a skill, not a personality trait. Like any skill, structured, consistent training is needed to become second nature.

Building Confidence with Customer Service Rep Training

Professional communication is a lot more than "please" and "thank you." A structured Customer service rep training program covers crucial ground like listening actively, managing difficult conversations, and handling customer needs with speed and accuracy. When reps understand the why behind their words, they stop reciting scripts and start connecting. This shift is what transforms basic support into real service—because confidence doesn’t come from guessing; it comes from training done right.

Why Digital Delivery is Winning Over Traditional Classrooms

Modern training isn’t bound by four walls or a Monday morning calendar invite. Online learning makes knowledge available at the pace and place that suits the learner best. Whether it’s replaying a tricky module or finishing a course over lunch, flexibility fuels retention. And when employees retain what they learn, they apply it in meaningful ways. Digital modules are also trackable, measurable, and consistent—making them the silent backbone of efficient upskilling.

Elevating Teams with a Customer Service Training Course

When customer satisfaction is tied directly to business success, every frontline team member becomes a brand ambassador. That’s why a Customer service training course isn't just useful—it's essential. It lays the foundation for courtesy, efficiency, and conflict resolution, creating smoother workflows and happier customers. This training isn’t about role-play and fluff—it’s about equipping teams with tools to navigate real-world service challenges without losing their cool or their customers.

How Service and Safety Training Work Hand in Hand

A surprising truth: great service isn’t just about charm—it’s about awareness, boundaries, and control. And that aligns closely with safety culture. By integrating soft-skill training with safety compliance, organizations develop professionals who are calm under pressure and clear in communication. When a Customer service training course is paired with safety modules, the result is a more aware, respectful workforce. This isn't just efficiency—it’s an evolution in how professionals are trained.

Customer satisfaction doesn’t magically happen—it’s built by trained professionals who know how to respond, resolve, and respect. Structured programs from platforms like onlinesafetytraining.ca enable that growth through focused, relevant, and accessible learning. Whether enhancing a team’s interpersonal finesse or aligning service tone with workplace safety, these digital courses offer real-world value. The goal isn’t to create robots—it’s to develop responsive, thoughtful humans who turn every customer moment into an opportunity for excellence.

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The Heart of the Office: Nurturing Professional Relationships in the American Workplace

In today’s fast-paced, digitally connected, and culturally diverse U.S. work environment, professional relationships are more than just the glue that holds projects together — they are the heartbeat of productivity, innovation, and well-being. Whether you’re working in a skyscraper in New York City, a tech hub in Austin, or remotely from a cozy home office in Montana, the quality of your professional relationships can shape your career trajectory and emotional satisfaction at work.

Let’s delve into the human side of the workplace — the part that’s often overshadowed by KPIs and deadlines — and explore how nurturing authentic professional relationships can bring meaning, success, and fulfillment to your work life.

Why Professional Relationships Matter

In American corporate culture, independence and individual achievement are highly valued. But there’s a growing realization that no one truly succeeds alone. Even the most brilliant mind needs a team, a mentor, a network. Professional relationships are the silent fuel that drives:

Collaboration and innovation

Job satisfaction and emotional well-being

Career development and promotions

Conflict resolution and workplace harmony

Imagine walking into an office where no one says “Good morning,” emails feel cold, and help is offered begrudgingly — even if your salary is six figures, how long could you thrive in such a place?

The truth is, we are wired for connection, even at work.

Emotional Intelligence: The Foundation of Every Strong Work Relationship

In the U.S., where workplace diversity spans age, race, background, and ideology, emotional intelligence (EQ) is arguably more critical than technical skill. EQ helps us:

Read the room

Respond to conflict with maturity

Communicate with empathy

Support our colleagues genuinely

Take the case of Lisa, a manager in a Boston-based marketing firm. She noticed her junior teammate John, normally energetic, had been withdrawn and missing deadlines. Instead of reprimanding him, she invited him for coffee and simply asked, “Is everything okay?” That simple moment of empathy built a lasting trust — and John became one of the most loyal and high-performing members on her team.

Lesson? EQ builds loyalty — and loyal people build strong companies.

Building Trust: The Unseen Currency of Professional Growth

In a society that often rewards speed and results, trust might seem like a luxury. But in truth, it’s the currency of workplace credibility. Without trust, there’s no delegation, no feedback, no shared wins.

To build trust:

Keep your word. If you promise to send that report by Friday, do it.

Be consistent. People feel safer when they know what to expect from you.

Own your mistakes. Accountability shows maturity.

Give credit. A simple “This was Maria’s idea” can go a long way.

In America’s competitive work landscape, people remember how you made them feel far longer than they remember your job title.

Navigating Difficult Relationships with Grace

Not every workplace interaction will be smooth. You may clash with someone whose style is too aggressive, too passive, or simply incompatible with yours. But professional maturity means learning to coexist respectfully, even with those we wouldn’t choose as friends.

Here are some practical tools:

Assume good intent. Maybe that abrupt email wasn’t meant to be rude — maybe it was typed in a rush.

Use “I” statements. Instead of “You never listen,” try “I feel unheard in our meetings.”

Set boundaries calmly. It’s okay to say, “Let’s revisit this after I’ve had a chance to review it.”

Seek mediation if needed. HR is there for a reason.

In a culture that values direct communication, handling tension with grace is a sign of leadership, not weakness.

Mentorship: The Soul of Career Advancement

In American professional culture, mentorship is often the secret weapon behind successful careers. Whether formal or informal, having a mentor can make the difference between stagnation and success.

Mentors provide:

Guidance through organizational politics

Encouragement during setbacks

Opportunities you may not see yourself

But don’t just wait to be mentored — be a mentor too. Helping others grow adds depth to your own career and cements your legacy in the workplace.

Remote Work: Building Relationships in a Virtual World

The rise of remote work in the U.S. has redefined what “relationship-building” means. Without watercooler chats or impromptu hallway conversations, we must be more intentional.

Here’s how:

Use video calls wisely. Seeing faces matters.

Send check-in messages without an agenda. A simple “How’s your day going?” builds rapport.

Celebrate virtually. Birthdays, milestones, even Friday wins — make them count.

Create virtual spaces for casual conversation. Like Slack channels for hobbies.

Technology shouldn't diminish humanity — it should enhance it.

Cultural Sensitivity: Embracing Diversity at Work

The American workforce is a melting pot. Your colleague might be a first-generation immigrant, a veteran, or someone navigating a disability. Sensitivity to backgrounds and identities isn’t just “politically correct” — it’s deeply respectful and professionally essential.

Ways to practice this:

Avoid assumptions. Ask before you assume someone celebrates a particular holiday.

Use inclusive language. Gender-neutral greetings like “Hi everyone” go a long way.

Be curious, not judgmental. Learn about others' experiences without turning them into spectacles.

Diversity thrives when respect is mutual.

Appreciation: The Magic of a Simple “Thank You”

In the grind of American hustle culture, appreciation is often overlooked. But saying “Thank you,” “Great job,” or “I’m glad you’re on this team” can transform someone’s day — and their attitude toward work.

Managers: Recognize effort, not just outcomes.

Teammates: Celebrate each other’s wins publicly.

Leaders: Create a culture where kindness is not weakness, but strength.

Gratitude is the shortest distance between two people, even at work.

Boundaries: Healthy Relationships Need Healthy Lines

Respecting boundaries is vital to maintaining positive workplace dynamics. In the U.S., where work-life balance is increasingly championed, overstepping can sour even the best relationships.

How to respect boundaries:

Don’t text colleagues late unless it’s urgent.

Don’t assume availability outside work hours.

Respect privacy — some people don’t want to talk about their personal lives at work.

And for yourself: set boundaries early, kindly, and clearly. It’s not rude — it’s professional.

When to Let Go: Ending Toxic Work Relationships

Sometimes, despite your best efforts, a work relationship becomes toxic. This could involve manipulation, bullying, or passive-aggressiveness. If you find yourself constantly drained, doubting your worth, or walking on eggshells, it may be time to step back or escalate.

Your peace of mind is non-negotiable.

Document interactions. Speak to HR. Lean on allies. Know your rights.

Letting go of toxic ties is not a failure — it’s self-respect.

Conclusion: Humanity Belongs in the Workplace

American workplaces are evolving. From cubicles to couches, from boardrooms to Zoom rooms — what remains constant is the human need for connection, trust, and respect.

Professional relationships aren’t just about networking or climbing the ladder. They are about creating spaces where people feel seen, heard, and valued. Where collaboration feels like friendship. Where even disagreements are rooted in mutual respect.

So whether you’re a seasoned executive or an intern on your first day — remember this:

The strength of your work is tied to the strength of your relationships. Nurture them with sincerity, empathy, and courage.

Because at the heart of every great company, every breakthrough idea, and every fulfilling job — there is a relationship that made it possible.

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Marriage Counseling to Strengthen Your Connection

Marriage is a beautiful journey filled with love, joy, and companionship. However, every relationship faces challenges, and sometimes couples struggle to navigate through difficult times. If you and your partner are experiencing communication issues, trust concerns, or conflicts that seem unresolved, seeking professional help through Marriage Counseling in Queens, NY, can be a transformative step towards a healthier and contented relationship.

Why Think About Marriage Counseling?

Marriage counseling provides a safe and construction environment where couples can openly discuss their issues with the guidance of a trained therapist. Some common reasons couples seek therapy include:

Communication Fences:

Difficulty expressing love and needs without conflict.

Trust Matters:

Rebuilding trust after disloyalty or dishonesty.

Frequent Quarrels:

Repetitive conflicts that seem to have no intention.

Intimacy Be Abouts:

Spiritual or physical distance between partners.

Existence Transitions:

Major life changes such as parenthood, career change, or mislaying.

How Marriage Counseling Assists

A skilled marriage counselor in Queens, NY, utilizes proven therapeutic approaches such as the Gottman Method, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Treatment to help couples:

Develop healthy communication designs.

Strengthen emotional connection and confidence.

Learn conflict resolution techniques.

Address underlying spiritual wounds.

Improve intimacy and comprehension.

Finding the Just Marriage Counselor in Queens, NY

Choosing the right therapist is crucial for successful marriage counseling. Look for licensed professionals with experience in couple’s therapy. Reading analysis, checking credentials, and scheduling an initial consultation can help determine if the counselor is the right fit for you.

Take the First Step This Day

If your marriage is going through a rough patch, know that help is available. Marriage counseling in Queens, NY, offers a supportive space for couples to rebuild their relationship and find renewed love and happiness. Take the first step towards a good physical state, and stronger partnership by reaching out to a professional marriage counselor today.

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From Entry-Level to Executive: Your Guide to Climbing the Customer Care Career Ladder

In today’s customer-centric world, careers in customer care are thriving. Whether you’re just stepping into the workforce or have aspirations of leading a team, the customer care industry offers a structured pathway for professional growth. Let’s explore how you can advance your career from entry-level positions to executive roles in this dynamic field.

1. The Foundation: Entry-Level Positions

Most careers in customer care begin with entry-level roles like Customer Service Representatives (CSRs). Here, your primary responsibility is to interact with customers, solve their problems, and provide a positive experience.

Skills Needed:

Strong communication skills

Patience and empathy

Basic technical know-how

Pro Tip: This is the stage where you build your customer care fundamentals. Pay close attention to customer feedback and use it to hone your problem-solving skills.

2. Climbing the Ladder: Mid-Level Management

After gaining experience, the next step is transitioning into roles such as Team Leader or Supervisor. These positions require managing a team of CSRs, ensuring performance targets are met, and motivating employees to deliver exceptional service.

Skills Needed:

Leadership and mentoring abilities

Performance analysis and reporting

Conflict resolution

Pro Tip: Leverage your on-ground experience to connect with your team and drive improvements in service quality.

3. Reaching New Heights: Senior and Executive Roles

For those with a vision to lead at the top, senior positions like Operations Manager or Customer Care Director await. These roles involve strategizing, overseeing multiple teams, and ensuring the alignment of customer care with organizational goals.

Skills Needed:

Strategic planning

Advanced analytical and decision-making abilities

Expertise in customer relationship management (CRM) tools

Pro Tip: Stay updated with industry trends and emerging customer care technologies to maintain a competitive edge.

4. Continuous Learning and Growth

The customer care industry evolves rapidly, and continuous learning is crucial to staying ahead. Enroll in workshops, certifications, or leadership development programs to enhance your skills. Networking within the industry can also provide valuable insights and opportunities.

5. Why Choose Concentrix?

If you’re looking for a company that fosters growth and offers unparalleled opportunities in customer care, Concentrix is an ideal choice. With its focus on employee development, innovative solutions, and a global footprint, Concentrix provides a nurturing environment for those passionate about excelling in customer care.

Why Concentrix?

Comprehensive training programs for all career levels

Opportunities for rapid growth and career advancement

A culture that values innovation and employee well-being

Take your first step into a rewarding customer care career  with Concentrix and witness your journey transform from an entry-level associate to a seasoned executive leader.

ConclusionThe customer care industry offers a clear and fulfilling career path for those committed to learning and growth. Whether you’re starting at the bottom or aiming for the top, dedication, skill-building, and the right opportunities can take you far. Start today, and who knows? Your next step might just lead you to an executive role in a global organization like Concentrix.

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CTS A _ week 12 - compulsory question 3

I would like to collaborate with the faculty of music diploma. I'm quite interested in music majors because of my personal reasons. I like to sing and learn deeply about the music industry by sharing my ideas and my skills in there. I think it will have an interesting outcome if I do collaboration by making music videos with the rotoscope technique. With the interest of people in music, it will be really effective if I use my CTS - A methods. For example, I use collaborative skills to communicate my ideas to my audiences and explain an easy-to-understand explanation about the process of my ideas to them. Also apply assertions & conflict resolution to resolve disagreements when in discussion time. 

I want my project final to be a music rotoscope video that contains a lot of design visuals by focusing on the aesthetics of the elements, typography, and movements to interact and communicate with audiences while also giving a pleasing visual outcome.

So apparently, I did like to apply visual appeal first to give an interesting impression to my target audiences, and after that, give aesthetic consistency in the visual elements in my rotoscope music video. Normally, if audiences get interested in our project, they probably want to have access to know deeply about us and need more information to collect before doing a new collaboration with their target. So I was thinking about giving information with structure words from developing a website for audiences to easily access and get detail information about our project and faculty. This also helps me to develop my personal branding to be more known.

CTS - A helped me to understand more about the type of job that I want more deeply, like ui/ux design. like make me know how to use visual design, interact with design thinking, and empathize with my audience so I can understand what they want and need. ( for example, concerning about the color of the elements to give friendly interfaces and communicate it with audiences.)

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References:

By Tristina Oppliger,flatironschool."UX design is iterative, meaning the designer’s work is rarely "done.” Instead, they continuously test and improve products over time." 10 June 2021, https://flatironschool.com/blog/what-is-ux-ui-design/ . Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.

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Behind the Scenes of Aviation: Careers in Ticketing and Passenger Services

The aviation industry is known for its glamour and excitement, but much of the work that ensures smooth operations happens behind the scenes. From managing reservations to ensuring a comfortable flight experience for passengers, there are a variety of crucial roles that contribute to the industry’s success. If you're considering a career in aviation, roles in ticketing and passenger services are an excellent place to start. With training from a respected Aviation Institute in Udaipur, you can gain the skills necessary to thrive in this dynamic and rewarding sector.

The Vital Role of Ticketing in Aviation

Understanding the Responsibilities of Ticketing Agents

Ticketing agents are essential members of the airline team, responsible for helping passengers with flight reservations, ticket sales, and other related services. These professionals ensure that the booking process is seamless, accurate, and customer-friendly, providing essential services both before and after the flight.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Handling Reservations: Assisting passengers with flight bookings, cancellations, and changes.

Ticketing Systems: Using advanced software to process bookings, check seat availability, and issue tickets.

Training at a top-tier Aviation Institute in Udaipur will help you become proficient in handling these tasks and equip you with a strong understanding of the technical systems used in the industry.

Skills Required for Ticketing Jobs

To succeed in Air Line Ticketing jobs in Udaipur, ticketing agents need a range of skills that combine customer service, technical knowledge, and efficiency. Below are some of the key skills needed for success in ticketing:

Customer Service Expertise

Effective Communication: Clear communication is crucial when assisting passengers with their inquiries, bookings, and concerns.

Problem-Solving: Ticketing agents often need to find solutions for scheduling conflicts, cancellations, and other passenger issues.

Technical Know-How

Familiarity with Booking Systems: Proficiency in booking platforms like Amadeus and Sabre ensures smooth operation and quick issue resolution.

Attention to Detail: Accuracy in booking details, including dates, times, and personal information, is critical to avoid complications.

Training programs at Aviation Institute in Udaipur offer courses designed to build these key skills, ensuring you are prepared for a successful career in airline ticketing.

The Essential Role of Passenger Services in Aviation

What Does Passenger Services Entail?

Passenger service roles cover a wide variety of tasks, all focused on ensuring that passengers have a positive, seamless experience during their journey. From assisting with check-ins to addressing any in-flight needs, professionals in this field play a key role in passenger satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Check-In and Boarding: Assisting passengers at check-in counters, confirming ticket details, and facilitating boarding procedures.

Baggage Handling: Ensuring that passengers’ luggage is properly checked, stored, and delivered.

Professionals working in passenger services must be adaptable, customer-focused, and well-versed in airport protocols. These roles can be an exciting entry point for those looking to get involved in the aviation industry.

Skills Needed for Passenger Service Roles

In passenger services, success relies on a combination of practical and interpersonal skills. To thrive in these roles, individuals must be able to work quickly, communicate clearly, and address customer concerns with care.

Key Skills for Success:

Multitasking: Handling multiple passengers, baggage, and requests at the same time during busy hours.

Empathy and Patience: Providing comfort and assistance to stressed or frustrated passengers, particularly during flight delays or cancellations.

Attention to Detail: Ensuring that all documentation, boarding passes, and baggage tags are correctly issued.

Courses at a Cabin Crew institute in Udaipur or an Aviation Institute in Udaipur can help you master these skills, preparing you for a rewarding career in passenger services.

Training for Airline Ticketing and Passenger Services Careers

Preparing for Success in the Aviation Industry

Aviation offers exciting job opportunities in ticketing and passenger services, and the key to landing one of these roles is the right training. Whether you’re pursuing Air Line Ticketing jobs in Udaipur or preparing for a position in passenger services, enrolling in a comprehensive aviation program can help you build the foundation you need for career success.

What You’ll Learn in Aviation Courses:

Ticketing Systems: Understanding the tools and software used in the industry.

Passenger Service Procedures: Gaining practical knowledge of check-in, baggage handling, and customer interaction.

Communication Skills: Learning how to interact with passengers effectively and resolve issues.

An Aviation Institute in Udaipur provides professional training with expert instructors, giving you the skills and certification needed to excel in this field.

Exploring Career Paths in Ticketing and Passenger Services

Career Opportunities Beyond Ticketing

The aviation industry offers a wide range of career paths for those interested in ticketing and passenger services. In addition to entry-level positions like ticketing agents and check-in staff, there are many opportunities for advancement into roles such as:

Ticketing Supervisor/Manager: Overseeing ticketing operations and ensuring the efficiency of the sales process.

Airport Operations Manager: Managing overall airport operations, including passenger services, security, and logistical functions.

Customer Service Manager: Leading a team that handles customer inquiries, complaints, and service quality control.

With training from a reputable Aviation Institute in Udaipur, you can also explore opportunities to advance into managerial roles within these fields.

The Growing Demand for Skilled Airline Professionals

As the aviation industry continues to expand, so does the demand for skilled professionals in ticketing and passenger services. With more people traveling, airlines and airports are continuously seeking well-trained individuals who can deliver exceptional customer service and ensure smooth operations.

Training at a Cabin Crew institute in Udaipur or an Aviation Institute in Udaipur helps you tap into these growing opportunities and become a valuable part of the aviation workforce.

Conclusion: A Rewarding Career Awaits in Aviation

Whether you're interested in airline ticketing or passenger services, the aviation industry offers a wide range of exciting career options. Training at an Aviation Institute in Udaipur prepares you to meet the industry's demands with the necessary skills and confidence. By acquiring expertise in areas such as customer service, technical proficiency, and operational management, you'll be ready to take on roles in ticketing, check-in, baggage handling, and beyond.

The aviation world is vast, and with the right education and training, you can find success in this thriving industry. Start your journey today by enrolling in a comprehensive training program to unlock your potential in the exciting world of aviation!

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Best Defence Institute in India Admissions Open For 2025-26

If you dream of serving your country in the armed forces, now is an exciting time! The Manasa Defence Academy has opened admissions for the 2025-26 academic year. This prestigious institute has a fantastic reputation for providing high-quality training and education to aspiring candidates.

Imagine stepping into a world where you are trained to be physically fit, mentally sharp, and prepared to face the challenges of a career in defence. At Manasa Defence Academy, students receive not just academic guidance but also life skills essential for a successful career in the military.

Why Choose Manasa Defence Academy?

Experienced Faculty: The academy prides itself on its team of experienced trainers who have served in the armed forces. Their firsthand experience brings a wealth of knowledge to the students.

Comprehensive Curriculum: The training includes rigorous physical fitness sessions, defence studies, and personality development programs aimed at shaping well-rounded candidates.

Proven Track Record: With a strong track record of successful placements, many students have gone on to excel in various defence services. This success is a testament to the effectiveness of the training received at the academy.

Supportive Environment: Enrolling at Manasa Defence Academy is not just about study; it’s about being part of a supportive community that motivates each other to achieve their goals.

Manasa Defence Academy offers exceptional training in defence to its students.

At Manasa Defence Academy, the focus is on holistic development. The training is not just about preparing for examinations; it emphasizes physical strength, mental resilience, and character building.

Key Features of Training at Manasa Defence Academy

Physical Training Programs: These sessions ensure that students are in top shape. Through various exercises and drills, students build their stamina, strength, and agility which are crucial for a career in defence.

Mock Tests and Assessments: Regular assessments help students track their progress and identify areas that need improvement, making it easier for them to stay on course.

Personality Development Classes: Apart from academics and physical training, personality development is vital. The academy conducts workshops to enhance communication skills, leadership capabilities, and conflict resolution, preparing students for both interviews and real-life challenges.

Outdoor Activities and Camps: Experiential learning is emphasized; hence, the academy organizes various outdoor activities and camps. These excursions not only promote teamwork but also give students a taste of field conditions they might face in their future roles.

Personal Experiences from Current Students

Talking to some current students at Manasa Defence Academy, the enthusiasm is contagious. "The environment here is so motivational. My trainers are always there to guide me, and I can't wait to serve my country," says Rohan, a second-year student. Others echo similar feelings, expressing how the academy has changed their lives.

Whether it's the friendships formed over shared struggles or the thrill of training, every student has something positive to say. The bonds created here often last a lifetime, and the experiences are cherished long after they graduate.

Final Thoughts

As admissions open for the 2025-26 academic year, the Manasa Defence Academy stands out as the best choice for anyone looking to pursue a career in the armed forces. With a blend of rigorous training, personal development, and a supportive community, it is a fantastic place to start your journey.

If you or someone you know is interested, don't hesitate to reach out and get more details on the admission process. Take that first step towards a fulfilling career in defence – your country awaits your service!

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Best Arbitration Lawyers in India: Your Guide to Efficient Dispute Resolution

Introduction to Arbitration

Arbitration is a popular method of resolving disputes, especially in commercial or business scenarios. It offers an alternative to court proceedings, where both parties agree to let an arbitrator – a neutral third party – settle their dispute. You might wonder, why not just go to court? Well, arbitration is faster, more flexible, and often less expensive. And when you have one of the best arbitration lawyers in India by your side, you can ensure that the process runs smoothly and fairly.

Why Choose Arbitration Over Litigation?

The conventional method of settling conflicts is litigation, but it frequently has high costs in terms of stress, money, and time. A more simplified procedure is provided via arbitration. It's similar to selecting a fast lane over a congested highway. Arbitration can provide a binding settlement without the drawn-out judicial processes, provided you have the correct attorney. Have you ever wished there was a faster route out while you were caught in a line? That easier, quicker route is arbitration.

What Does an Arbitration Lawyer Do?

"What exactly does an arbitration lawyer do?" one may wonder. Arbitration attorneys are specialists in resolving conflicts. From case preparation to appearing on your behalf before the arbiter, they serve as your mentor during the arbitration procedure. They guarantee the protection of your rights and the provision of all information required for the arbitrator to render a just ruling. In many cases, having an experienced attorney on your side might be the difference between success and failure.

How to Choose the Best Arbitration Lawyer in India

There are a number of things to take into account while selecting the top arbitration lawyer in India. Look for experience first. Does the attorney have experience representing clients in arbitration proceedings like yours? Second, it's important to communicate.

Qualifications of Top Arbitration Lawyers

The best arbitration lawyers in India usually have a strong academic foundation and have received specific training in arbitration and conflict resolution. They have years of expertise managing both local and international arbitration disputes, and they are members of reputable legal organizations. You will always have a greater chance of victory if your attorney is knowledgeable with the ins and outs of arbitration law as well as legal technicalities.

What Makes a Good Arbitration Lawyer?

An effective arbitration attorney is a strategic thinker as well as a legal specialist.They understand the nuances of arbitration law, but they also know how to negotiate and persuade. Being able to see the bigger picture and anticipate the other party’s moves is what separates the best from the rest. Would you trust a chess player who can’t think two moves ahead? Similarly, your arbitration lawyer needs to think steps ahead to protect your interests.

The Arbitration Process in India

When both parties consent to arbitrate, the arbitration procedure starts. Both parties submit their arguments and supporting documentation after the arbitrator has been chosen. The arbitrator then makes a decision, which is legally binding. From beginning to end, the procedure is typically quicker than going to court.  A seasoned arbitration lawyer will ensure that your case is well-prepared and effectively presented to the arbitrator.

Benefits of Hiring an Expert Arbitration Lawyer

Hiring an expert arbitration lawyer comes with numerous benefits. They can help you save time, reduce costs, and avoid the complexities of litigation. A skilled lawyer will also guide you through the arbitration agreement, ensuring that everything is in your favor. With an expert by your side, you are more likely to achieve a favorable outcome.

Common Types of Arbitration Cases in India

Arbitration is commonly used in disputes involving business contracts, real estate, and construction. However, it’s not limited to commercial cases – even personal disputes like family or employment matters can be resolved through arbitration. In India, arbitration has become a go-to solution for resolving issues related to corporate transactions, shareholder agreements, and trade disputes.

Challenges Faced in Arbitration

Even while arbitration is typically more effective than litigation, there are certain difficulties. Issues like selecting a neutral arbitrator or ensuring that both parties comply with the decision can complicate the process. Additionally, the arbitration agreement itself must be carefully drafted to avoid any loopholes. This is where having the best arbitration lawyers in India makes a significant difference.

How Arbitration Lawyers Help Navigate Complex Cases

Arbitration cases can become complex, especially when large sums of money or international contracts are involved. An expert arbitration lawyer will navigate these complexities by ensuring that all legal procedures are followed, the evidence is well-organized, and the arbitrator understands the key points of the case.

The Cost of Hiring an Arbitration Lawyer

One common concern is the cost of hiring an arbitration lawyer. While fees vary depending on the lawyer’s experience and the complexity of the case, remember that quality legal representation is an investment. Hiring the best lawyer may seem expensive upfront, but the value they bring in terms of time and money saved, and a potentially favorable outcome, is invaluable.

The Role of Vishnu Mehra & Co. Law Offices

When looking for the best arbitration lawyers in India, Vishnu Mehra & Co. Law Offices is a name you can trust. With decades of experience and a strong reputation, their legal team specializes in arbitration and dispute resolution, ensuring that clients receive the best possible representation.

Final Thoughts on Choosing the Best Arbitration Lawyer

Choosing the right arbitration lawyer can make a world of difference in how your dispute is resolved. From saving time to ensuring a fair outcome, the benefits of hiring the best arbitration lawyers in India cannot be overstated. So, when you find yourself facing a conflict, make sure you have the right lawyer by your side to help you navigate the complex waters of arbitration.

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eunoia India: The Science of Conflict Resolution at Their Marriage Counselling Center in Bhubaneswar

In any relationship, conflicts are inevitable. However, how these conflicts are resolved often determines the strength and longevity of the relationship. eunoia India, a leading Marriage Counselling Center in Bhubaneswar, is dedicated to helping couples navigate these challenges through effective conflict resolution strategies. With a blend of scientific techniques and compassionate guidance, they provide the tools needed to restore harmony and understanding in relationships.

The Importance of Conflict Resolution in Marriages

Conflicts, misunderstandings, and disagreements are common in any marriage. While these can arise from various sources like financial stress, communication gaps, or differing expectations, the way couples approach conflict is crucial. Without proper resolution, these issues can snowball into deeper resentment and emotional distance.

eunoia India's Marriage Counselling Center in Bhubaneswar offers couples a safe space to address and resolve these issues. Their approach is rooted in scientific principles, ensuring that every session is designed to build lasting solutions that strengthen relationships over time. By focusing on communication, emotional intelligence, and mutual respect, they help couples regain trust and rekindle their connection.

The Science Behind Conflict Resolution

At eunoia India, the counselors use evidence-based methods to address the root causes of conflicts in marriages. Their techniques are grounded in psychology, neuroscience, and communication theory, which provide a structured and results-driven approach to counseling.

For instance, they incorporate cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help individuals recognize negative thought patterns that might be contributing to the conflict. By shifting these thought processes, couples can approach disagreements with a more open and solution-oriented mindset. Furthermore, eunoia India’s Marriage Counselling Center in Bhubaneswar emphasizes the importance of emotional regulation, teaching couples how to manage their emotions during heated discussions to prevent escalation.

What Sets eunoia India Apart?

One of the key strengths of eunoia India is its tailored approach to each couple’s unique needs. Recognizing that no two relationships are alike, they customize their conflict resolution strategies to suit individual dynamics. This personalized touch ensures that both partners feel heard and understood, leading to more effective and lasting outcomes.

Moreover, eunoia India's Marriage Counselling Center in Bhubaneswar offers a non-judgmental and confidential environment. Couples are encouraged to express their concerns openly, knowing they will receive empathetic and professional guidance. The counselors are highly trained in marital issues and have extensive experience in helping couples from diverse backgrounds.

Lasting Impact on Marriages

The impact of eunoia India's services goes beyond just resolving immediate conflicts. By teaching couples how to communicate effectively, manage stress, and develop empathy, they equip them with skills that can be applied throughout their relationship. Many couples report a renewed sense of closeness and understanding after attending counseling sessions at the center.

In addition to conflict resolution, eunoia India also offers counselling for other marital issues such as intimacy challenges, family dynamics, and parenting concerns. This holistic approach helps couples address multiple facets of their relationship, ensuring a well-rounded and comprehensive counseling experience.

Conclusion

eunoia India’s Marriage Counselling Center in Bhubaneswar stands out as a leader in the science of conflict resolution. By combining proven psychological techniques with personalized care, they empower couples to navigate the complexities of marriage with confidence and compassion. If you are facing challenges in your relationship, eunoia India provides the support and expertise you need to build a stronger, more fulfilling marriage.