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axellis-archv-2 · 2 years
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a moment abt overhalliday if you dont mind but its in the tags bc im embarrassed sowwy..
#its like its like . sorry everything ive drawn/written up in this point is like not even kidding like maybe 2 years into the timeline#that i have in my brain#butlike in the early stages hes like . well . well hes an asshole#likehes . of the opinion that the world is always out to Get Him in a sense so hes very closed off && treats every interaction as if its an#exchange && that if he gives as minimal as possible then he doesnt potentially owe anybody anything#but at the same time deep down he cares So Much to the point that sometimes it can hurt so he runs a mechanic shop for absolutely free#bc it both helps those in need && he probably doesnt owe anybody anything . except running a shop costs $$#so he goes into the only thinghe can even see himself doing which is underground dirtywork . delivering packages w ransoms etc#he doesnt do Mercenary work per se or assassinations bc that could earn him enemies && he doesnt want enemies#at the end of the day he just wants to be left alone#he develops the healing heatgun at some point && starts being like a very respected engineer to the point that now a lott of people talk#but like everybody also talks about his bad attitude bc he just fixes you up && then tells you to gtfo#in my head if we're going into Actual Canon hed probably meet ramattrα via ram like . hiring him outright for a job#bc someone recc'd halliday && one of the points that probably intrigued him was halliday refusing to be paid for mechanic/healing jobs#the only services he wanted money on was if he was doing “other labor” && ramattrα probably wanted to test && see if this was true#&& like sure enough doing an examination at his workshop just had him to be told to leave once halliday was done#but then being asked to accompany him on a mission halliday was like “Thats where it starts costing”#etc etc etc im sorry for the long ramble in the tags .#sorry to the ppl who click “more” on the tags && get met w this#📗 my post#🎆 ramattrα#🧯 overhalliday (s/i)#<- there his special little tag
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bertena · 3 months
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Finding Your Spiritual Tribe as an Adult Female: Challenges and Pathways to Connection
The Challenge of Spiritual Connection As we navigate through the complexities of adult life, finding and nurturing a spiritual connection often becomes a deeply personal journey. For many adult women, this journey includes seeking out a tribe—a group of like-minded individuals who share similar spiritual beliefs and practices. However, this quest for a spiritual tribe can be fraught with…
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amethystamaris · 4 months
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Harmonize, Innovate, Illuminate: Mastering Artistic Advocacy — Replay Highlights from May Week 2
A Note from Amethyst Amaris Greetings, beloved gems, I am deeply humbled and filled with gratitude for the overwhelming praise and support you’ve shown for our Harmony Workshops. These sessions have become a beacon of knowledge, creativity, and empowerment, offering a unique blend of industry insights, creative freedom, business direction, and empowering identity work. It is truly an honor to…
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reachlovenheal · 5 months
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Best Reiki Healing In Raipur Bhilai Chhattisgarh
Reiki Healing / By lovenheal
Introduction: In a world where stress and tension often dominate our lives, many seek solace in holistic healing practices. Among these, Reiki stands out as a gentle yet powerful technique that aims to restore balance and harmony within the body, mind, and spirit. Originating in Japan in the early 20th century, Reiki has gained popularity worldwide as a complementary therapy for promoting relaxation, reducing stress, and enhancing overall well-being. In this blog, we delve into the fascinating realm of Reiki healing, exploring its principles, techniques, and benefits.
Understanding Reiki: At its core, Reiki is based on the belief in the existence of a universal life force energy that flows through all living beings. This energy, known as “ki” in Japanese or “chi” in Chinese, is essential for maintaining vitality and health. However, various factors such as stress, illness, and emotional trauma can disrupt the flow of this energy, leading to imbalances and ailments.
Reiki practitioners channel this universal energy through their hands, acting as conduits to transmit it to the recipient. The process involves placing hands lightly on or near specific areas of the body, with the intention of promoting relaxation, reducing pain, and supporting the body’s natural healing abilities. Unlike conventional massage therapies, Reiki does not involve manipulation of muscles or tissues but focuses on facilitating energetic realignment.
The Reiki Healing Process: Receiving a Reiki session is a deeply relaxing and meditative experience. Clients typically lie down fully clothed on a massage table, while the practitioner gently places their hands in various positions on or above the body. Each hand position corresponds to specific energy centers, known as chakras, as well as areas of physical or emotional tension.
During a Reiki session, recipients often report sensations of warmth, tingling, or subtle vibrations as the energy flows through them. Some may also experience emotional release or a sense of profound peace and well-being. The duration of a session can vary, ranging from 30 minutes to an hour or more, depending on the client’s needs and preferences.
Benefits of Reiki Healing: The benefits of Reiki extend beyond physical relaxation to encompass mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects of well-being. Some potential benefits of Reiki healing include:
Stress Reduction: Reiki promotes deep relaxation, helping to alleviate stress and anxiety by calming the nervous system and inducing a state of inner peace.
Pain Relief: Reiki may help reduce pain and discomfort associated with various conditions, such as chronic illnesses, injuries, or post-operative recovery.
Emotional Healing: By releasing blocked energy and negative emotions, Reiki can support emotional healing and promote a sense of balance and clarity.
Enhancing Vitality: Reiki revitalizes the body’s natural energy flow, boosting vitality, and resilience on physical, mental, and emotional levels.
Spiritual Growth: Many practitioners view Reiki as a spiritual practice that fosters personal growth, self-awareness, and connection to the divine or universal consciousness.
Conclusion: In a fast-paced world where the demands of daily life can take a toll on our well-being, Reiki offers a sanctuary of healing and renewal. Whether used as a standalone therapy or in conjunction with other holistic practices, Reiki has the potential to promote profound healing and transformation on multiple levels. As more people embrace the wisdom of ancient healing arts, Reiki continues to shine as a beacon of light, guiding us toward wholeness, balance, and harmony.
ReachLovenHeal Pvt Ltd ( Reiki Healing, Reiki Courses, Black Magic Reversal ), Pune, Maharashtra, India.
Lovenheal Reiki healing Center in Pune is one of the best places for Reiki healing in India. The center offers Reiki training, healing sessions, and workshops. It has a team of experienced Reiki masters who have helped many people heal from various ailments. The center also offers distance healing for people who cannot visit in person.
Lovenheal Reiki healing Center in Pune is experienced Reiki practitioners who provide healing sessions to clients. Lovenheal also offers Reiki training for those who want to learn this technique.
The team of Reiki masters at the center is dedicated to helping clients achieve physical, emotional, and spiritual balance.
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rootedyogapnw · 8 months
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somethingnubian · 9 months
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Harmonizing Life with Moon Magic and Chakra Healing: Alluvial Business Consulting's Transformative Journey
Healing: More Than Just a Word
Hey Nubians So, let’s dive into the heart of Alluvial Business Consulting (one of my many side hustles that I am thankful for) and its refreshing new niche that’s all about tapping into the moon’s mystic cycles, the art of healing, and the power of chakra balancing. This shift isn’t just a change; it’s a transformation, a deep connection to our roots and rhythms, aligning our energies with the…
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anakrojak · 11 months
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What is in store for Anak Rojak...
Hello sweethearts! So what can be expected from Anak Rojak?
There are a lot of new projects and avenues I am taking up right now. I will still be holding workshops at Steen, Papier & Schaar (Verwersdijk 2, 2611 NH Delftt) but they will be held according to a sign up basis. This means that you can contact me directly on instagram > anakrojak or through email > [email protected] and sign up for the next workshop if you are more drawn to a group gathering. Once a group has signed up of 3 or more people, then a date will be finalized with all parties. However, I will now be adding 'solo momo's', where you can sign up to book a session with just me. My availability for both workshops and solo momo's is every Wednesday evening from 19.30-21.30 pm. Workshop sessions will last the whole two hours but solo momo's will start at one hour but can be extended into two if neccesary.
'Solo momo' in other words, solo moments, is a chance to be heard and seen in a different capacity then you often find yourself in. It is not therapy or coaching but merely a safe space to unfold, unwind, and connect. Once a session is booked, I will ask you to write me some themes that have been floating around your mind and with that i will curate an evening based on you. Both workshops and solo momo's will be held at Lies and Fien's studio/store where we will have a soft and quiet space to ground ourselves. For those outside of the Netherlands or who may find it difficult to come to the studio, are open to write me and set up an online meeting. Both workshops and solo momo's will include discussions, journalling, meditation, tarot reading, question card games and more!
Outside of this, you will soon be able to find me on Operator Radio (https://operator-radio.com/). I will be starting a morning radioshow on Wednesday mornings called "The Eye of the Storm". In this podcast I will be conversating with guests about how their mixedness is something that helped them but also held them back. I will mediate conversation on themes like identity, belonging, womanhood, decolonisation, breaking the cycle etc. There will also be a segment on music and how different songs or sounds play at our heartstrings in different ways with questions for the audience to be followed up the next episode!
If you know of anyone, or yourself that would like to be a part of this podcast series, please contact me on instagram or email, i would love to hear about it!
From my heart to yours, Nina.
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boyheros · 2 years
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Fighting for my life thinking about my sa2 role swap au ...... Like one thing im trying to do is keep the original characters' motivations/base personality cuz. If i didn't it would be more personality swap? Or something. Idk. Anywho this makes it hard because sometimes the characters would have no great motivation to be in their swap roles. sonic swapped with shadow .... Shadow has a compelling reason for doing what he did (Maria) even if it gets twisted from his original intentions. sonics schtick most the time is freedom which could fit really well with the fact that the ultimate lifeform ends up locked up for FIFTY YEARSSSS but HOW would that fit in with the eclipse canon. He's gonna make everyone free from what? Being alive? Sheesh
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taratarotgreene · 2 years
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Galactic Dream Healing begins October 27
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chronicbeans · 7 months
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Romantic Yandere Lucifer x Reader Headcanons
I've been tossing this idea around in my brain for days lol.
TW: Yandere Behavior, Obsessive and Possessive Thoughts, Panic and Anxiety, Depression, Blood and Injuries, Denial, Overprotective Behavior
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• When he first met you, it was when he visited the Hazbin Hotel upon Charlie's request. You were sitting at the table with the rest of the staff and guests, acting the most... Well, normal out of all of them, besides Husk. You smiles and waved his way once Charlie mentioned your name.
• It wasn't like those fairy tales, where it is love at first sight. No, he had to talk to you, of course. After everybody else introduced themselves to him, you walk over to him, shake his hand, and introduce yourself. "Hello, your majesty! My name's (Y/N)! It's nice to meet you!" That's when he falls for you. Throughout the small conversation you both have, you treat him like... well, a normal person. Or, at least, as normal as you can treat the King of Hell, himself.
• The moment he leaves and returns home, he feels extremely guilty for falling for you. Especially since it was so quick, and for such a simple reason. He barely knows you! Why can't he stop thinking about you? He silently vows to never go back to the hotel, not because he doesn't support Charlie, but because he's scared of falling for you even more. However... Calling Charlie and asking about the Hazbin Hotel doesn't sound too bad, yes?
• Soon, asking about the hotel turns to asking about the people there... which, in turn, means asking about you. How have you been doing? Have you shown any interest in the activities and workshops at the hotel? What interests do you have. Of course, Lucifer asks the same questions about everybody else, to not seem suspicious, but he's mostly just interested in you...
• He only falls even more as he hears about you. Lucifer hates himself for it. So, he begins to distance himself, again. He goes back to making his rubber ducks, trying to distract himself from his thoughts about you. However, over time, his ducks slowly began having features that remind him of you. You like drawing? Duckie with a pencil and paper. Singing? Duckie that plays music. His mind can't escape you.
• Once the exterminators show, and the fight with Adam commences, he sees you again. Not in the best condition, either. The dust settles, Niffty absolutely brutalizes Adam, and now everybody is looking for you and Alastor. As Lucifer wanders the area in a frantic search for you, he happens to notice a battered hand sticking out from underneath some rubble. Moving it out of the way, he's now in a panic as he realizes it's you. You're alive, thankfully, albeit heavily injured and hanging on by a thread. That, and passed out.
• The next few minutes are spent with him becoming way too protective over you, holding you in his arms and becoming extremely defensive. His obsessive crush has finally reached more twisted levels, and he's mortified by the thought of letting you out of his sight. Even Charlie is starting to catch on that something is not quite... right about her dad. He's holding you tightly and not letting anybody come near you, despite the fact that you clearly need help. Then again, his angelic powers could probably be used to help you heal, but the point still stands. The only person who's allowed to come close is Charlie, and even then, he's keeping a close eye.
• He's now by your side constantly while you're recovering. He almost lost you! It's a very sudden change in his behavior, considering how he bottled up all of his feelings for you for so long... Nobody even knew he cared about you in specific, much less this much. Whenever you wake up in your bed, staring at the hotel, he's the first person you see. Whenever you fall asleep, he's the last thing you see. He's there throughout the entirety of the day, acting much more like your caregiver than your friend's dad. Bringing you food, getting you water, getting you some blankets and pillows... He's even taking care of changing your bloodied bandages out for new ones.
• At first, you just assumed that he was worried and wanted to help you recover. It'd make sense. You almost died, after all. The behavior doesn't stop after you're fully recovered, though... in fact, it gets worse, somehow. He makes sure that you aren't in danger, be it real or perceived. Somebody who he doesn't know talking to you is just as big of a threat in his eyes as somebody pointing a gun at your face. He's immediately standing by your side, glaring the stranger down.
• He may not be that intimidating, but he's the King of Hell. Many people know how strong he is, even if they don't find him to actually be intimidating to look at. So, they back off, usually. Those who don't get a brief look at his demon form, before getting knocked out. No, no... He doesn't kill them. He can't kill anybody when you are around. He'll wait until later.
• He's a yandere that would never cross any physical boundaries with you. He's spent years isolating himself from people, so as sad as it is to say, he's pretty used to not getting any sort of affection. He doesn't need compliments, hugs, or cuddles ( at least, that's what he tells himself). However, if and when you start showing affection towards him, he's going to need it constantly. He needs reassurance, comfort, a shoulder to cry on, somebody to give affection to... And you are now the only person he feels he's able to do so, with.
• He's going to want to own your soul, so be on the lookout for any tricks he might pull. Well, it's more correct to say he doesn't want to own your soul, but feels like he must. He doesn't like the idea of being in a relationship with such an intense power dynamic, but he's so frightened by the idea that Heaven might take you away, that he feels that he simply must own your soul. He feels that, if he does, it's less likely you'd even be able to go to Heaven, since you're technically owned by him. And he knows he's never going up. Even you just mentioning Heaven throws him into a panic... Don't say that word, alright?
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amethystamaris · 5 months
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Harmonize, Innovate, Illuminate: Creative Resonance Across Time — Replay Highlights from April Week 4, Week 5 & May Introductions
Harmonize, Innovate, Illuminate: Creative Resonance Across Time — Replay Highlights from April Week 4, Week 5 & May Introductions A Heartfelt Thank You First and foremost, a heartfelt thank you to each of you for your unwavering support, dedication, and investment in our journey together through the Harmony Workshops. Your enthusiasm and commitment have been the cornerstone of our success and…
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caringyourself · 5 months
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reachlovenheal · 5 months
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Best Reiki Healing In Thiruvananthapuram Kochi Kerala
Reiki Healing / By lovenheal
Introduction: In the bustling tapestry of modern life, finding moments of serenity and balance can feel like a distant dream. Yet, amidst the chaos, ancient practices like Reiki offer a beacon of hope, gently guiding us back to a state of harmony and well-being. Join us on a journey into the world of Reiki healing, where the gentle touch of universal energy illuminates paths to inner peace and renewal.
Unveiling the Essence of Reiki: At its essence, Reiki is more than just a healing technique—it’s a sacred art rooted in the belief that a universal life force flows through all living things. Originating in Japan in the early 20th century, Reiki harnesses this divine energy to promote holistic healing on physical, emotional, and spiritual levels. The word “Reiki” itself is derived from two Japanese words: “Rei,” meaning universal or divine, and “Ki,” representing the life force energy that animates all beings.
Central to Reiki philosophy is the understanding that imbalances or blockages in the flow of ki can manifest as illness or distress within the body, mind, or spirit. By channeling Reiki energy through the hands, practitioners aim to dissolve these blockages, restoring harmony and facilitating the body’s natural healing processes.
The Dance of Healing Hands: A Reiki session unfolds as a serene dance of healing hands, where the practitioner gently lays their hands on or slightly above the recipient’s body. Each touch serves as a conduit for the flow of healing energy, allowing it to penetrate deeply into the recipient’s being. As the energy moves through the body, recipients often experience sensations of warmth, tingling, or relaxation, signaling the gentle realignment of their energetic pathways.
Unlike conventional therapies that target specific symptoms or ailments, Reiki addresses the root cause of imbalance, promoting holistic healing on multiple levels. Whether seeking relief from physical pain, emotional turmoil, or spiritual disconnection, Reiki offers a gentle yet profound path toward restoration and renewal.
The Boundless Benefits of Reiki: The benefits of Reiki extend far beyond mere symptom relief, touching the very essence of our being. Some of the transformative effects of Reiki healing include:
Stress Reduction: Reiki induces a deep state of relaxation, calming the mind and soothing the nervous system, thereby alleviating stress and tension.
Pain Management: By promoting the body’s natural healing mechanisms, Reiki can help reduce pain and discomfort, supporting overall well-being.
Emotional Healing: Reiki facilitates the release of stored emotions and trauma, fostering emotional balance and resilience.
Enhanced Vitality: Through its revitalizing energy, Reiki boosts vitality and promotes a sense of inner strength and empowerment.
Spiritual Awakening: Many practitioners experience profound spiritual insights and connections during Reiki sessions, deepening their sense of purpose and inner peace.
Conclusion: In a world often overshadowed by chaos and uncertainty, Reiki shines as a beacon of light, offering solace, healing, and renewal to all who seek it. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of modern life or embarking on a journey of self-discovery, Reiki stands ready to illuminate your path, guiding you toward a life of balance, harmony, and wholeness.
ReachLovenHeal Pvt Ltd ( Reiki Healing, Reiki Courses, Black Magic Reversal ), Pune, Maharashtra, India.
Lovenheal Reiki healing Center in Pune is one of the best places for Reiki healing in India. The center offers Reiki training, healing sessions, and workshops. It has a team of experienced Reiki masters who have helped many people heal from various ailments. The center also offers distance healing for people who cannot visit in person.
Lovenheal Reiki healing Center in Pune is experienced Reiki practitioners who provide healing sessions to clients. Lovenheal also offers Reiki training for those who want to learn this technique.
The team of Reiki masters at the center is dedicated to helping clients achieve physical, emotional, and spiritual balance.
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palmettoshenanigans · 4 months
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I know the old "AFTG is badly written" jokes but hold the FUCK on for one goddamn second
I have been writing for almost 20 years. I got my college degree in English and the only reason my specialization wasn't creative writing is because I had bad time management skills and missed my chance to do my final creative writing workshop. I'm autistic and Storycrafting and Wordsmithing are my special interests. I understand writing pretty well.
AFTG opened my fucking eyes to a blind spot of the utter craftsmanship of writing sticky characters that infect you with brain worms, and here it is:
The Conflict of Material and Form
AKA the Character Creation version of Nature versus Nurture
"This isn't who I truly am. This is who I've had to become, what I've had to fashion myself into to survive. The original me is buried in there somewhere, if only you knew how to look. If only you knew to look beyond the mask."
Easily exemplified with our fave lil guys-
Neil Abram Josten:
Material: smartass with a smart mouth, attitude problem, cares about people deeply, sharp tongue to cut a bitch with, kinda feral, a lil unhinged, oblivious idiot
Form: quiet and hidden, liar liar pants of fire, run rabbit run, docile and tame, hyper-vigilant and hyper-observant
Andrew Joseph Minyard:
Material: caring, protective, strong sense of justice, gentle even, cares deeply, give me sugar or give me death, yearning
Form: cold, apathetic, ruthless and unforgiving, allow me to introduce you to my knife, regret? don't know her, i want nothing nothing nothing
Why am I using 'material and form' instead of 'nature and nurture'? Because I am a subscriber to "Characters are not meant to be real people; they are mirages of real people meant to encapsulate a function or idea that serves the story". But use whatever terms click with your noggin.
This isn't about 'want vs need'. This isn't about 'lie believed and truth learned'. This is about Presentation and Basic Action - how would this character react here? Which part are they reacting from?
With Material vs. Form, one isn't the 'true' version and the other the 'false' version of the character. They are both true and real in their own right. The Secret Sauce is that the Material and the Form fight 1v1! And regardless of which part wins, there will be consequences and rewards; so which rewards do we want and which consequences are we willing to suffer? And this fight happens beat by beat, scene by scene, plot point by plot point.
At one point in TFC Neil laments his inability to shut his fucking mouth because his Form of 'don't stand out dipshit' and his Material of 'initiate smartass.exe' are disagreeing with how to respond to his circumstances! It's that fucking meme "My healed and unhealed versions of myself deciding who is going to handle this situation" but as Storycraft!
Now, I don't think this is a new idea by any means. But sometimes to make the essence of an idea truly stick, it must be presented in multiple different ways until one triggers a "Eureka! By Jove! Aha!", and this was the way that truly made this concept stick for me. And why did it stick? Because AFTG is a labor of deep love and passion for Characters and all their complexity and inner machinations, and that depth of devotion had to manifest as some good ass writing somehow my homies in christ.
I have a collection of my favorite Storycrafting Wisdoms and one of them is effectively:
"Put Compelling Characters into a Compelling Situation and see what happens."
And Nora does Compelling Characters beautifully
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