#literary expression

[tofubutter27]

Life is just water that trickles away, it will all soon pass, and be forgotten.

So why not live to the fullest, before the last drop falls?

Enjoy the sunshine, hear the birds sing, feel the rustle of the leaves.

Embrace your inner peace, and remove yourself from anything that brings unhappiness.

[theenglishnook]

Dancing with Words: A Symphony of Writing Forms

Dancing with Words: A Symphony of Writing Forms In the realm of language, writing forms are the vibrant strokes that paint the canvas of expression, allowing writers to create worlds, weave tales, and evoke emotions. Each writing form is a unique dance, offering storytellers a diverse array of steps to choreograph their literary masterpieces. Let’s embark on a whimsical journey through the…

[birdofaquill]

Being of Truth

Veritas, goddess of truth, will what we say be bathed in an sincere glow or shall our words be for none to know?

Mighty be the honest speech and damned be those dressed in disguise, so why is it I no longer trust my ears and eyes?

If what we say can set us free and truth be the good mans key, when can I be as genuine as the being of truth?

[m3ntal-hiatus]

the one thing that gege has served us well with is knowing that they��re very aware of how old these kids are

their actions and thoughts can be mature, sure, given their circumstances, but they’re still kids. in every other way.

yuuji is naively optimistic about his delicate situation. never fully understanding what exactly he was up against. he had no perspective or even a clue to what dying by his rash decision (to eat sukuna’s finger) meant in the slightest, because he’s just a kid.

he took it in stride and that’s what kids do — “okay, what now?”

asking questions, overly excited about menial things, overprotective, rash towards anything that threatens his friends, pouty, a need to find his purpose, feeling responsible for everything… the list goes on and on, but these things all describe yuuji in the sense that they also describe a teen.

gege is so deliberate with rehashing this point so thoroughly, without fail, and without making it overly obvious.

take how they made yuuji react to his first near-death experience with the cursed womb in season one, for example. beforehand, he was confidently and calmly assuring gojo he was prepared to die when his time came. and he was.

he thought he was.

but as soon as he at death’s door, ready to step inside, he started to chicken out. yuuji felt scared, because he was too young to realize he wasn’t ready to accept his own mortality. and, like a kid, he rejected it as soon as he was forced to come to terms with it.

sukuna was there to inadvertently “help” yuuji keep on going with his running up to death’s doorstep, ding-dong-ditching it, and getting away with it each time. yuuji was learning to be scared of death — of both himself and others near and dear to him — and sukuna was accidentally lending him his hand by using his reversed curse technique.

what’s more, is nanami’s own hand in it all. he’s the first one to directly point out; “you’re just a child. let an adult handle this.”

it wasn’t meant to be mean nor cruel, but rather just a factual statement — yuuji is a child, and shouldn’t be treated as anything more. nanami took preserving yuuji’s young, impressionable mind to heart. by god, did he follow through, too.

gojo also played his part, as well. his spiel was protecting one’s youth: “no one’s youth should ever be stripped from them.”

whether from nanami or gojo, gege uses their motives of protecting yuuji to showcase and remind their audience of just how young our main character is; of how spoiling someone’s innocence can just about be the worst crime someone can commit.

[mycological-mariner]

One thing I find deeply frustrating is whenever you go “This piece of medía looks really good and like something I would enjoy however when I tried to get into it, I found it contains a great deal of things that I find extremely triggering which sucks because it otherwise sounds like something I’d really enjoy” and someone goes “Oh that sucks, I’m sorry you’re missing out it is REALLY GOOD and you WOULD love it!”

[indexcard]

something i'm realising is i actually like horror movies a lot more than action movies, because the violence in horror is so outlandish whereas in action movies you have to reckon with the fact that the likeable protagonist also just goes around killing or at least incapacitating people. deeply uncool

[outstanding-quotes]

My mother used to say that spirits are as lost as we are. She believed in accidental ghosts. One might show up at your door, needing assistance in crossing over, yet not knowing themselves what they needed, or how to let go or even ask for help.

Justin Torres, Blackouts

[marietheran]

the weird thing about the not-uncommon literary characters displaying significant autistic traits is how those traits are tend to be so much more... aesthetic as portrayed in books. in real life the social recluse is not appealingly mysterious but utterly ignored.

[cannivalisms]

"cannibalism is so mainstream now" yeah well that sure didn't help me when i told an offline coursemate that i was thinking about exploring it for my dissertation

[tofubutter27]

The tides are coming down now, softly, gently, slowly… and soon, your feet will touch the shores again.

[americanrecord]

i think i might end up needing like one more beta reader ... if anybody is interested ...message meeee or reply to this or secret third option idk

[kiisblog]

Liberating the Pen: A Writer's Revelation.

I was having a conversation with my brother, and he made me realise something today. That's when I knew, I had been doing it wrong the whole time. He recently started a YouTube channel, so he was editing a video for it. I sat beside him, observing what he was doing because I wanted to learn some things about editing from him. At certain times, I advised him to change some parts of the video, and he told me this:

"You need not instruct me on what needs to be done. When I'm creating something, I do it for a reason, with a vision in my head. Your advice that you gave with a good intention fails to align with my purpose. How you edit the video doesn't matter. It's the idea that matters. I am not chasing aesthetics to please others, unlike the influencers and self-proclaimed 'content creators' who create on popular demand. My aim is simple: to manifest the unfiltered idea that resides in my mind."

His words initially triggered me, so I tried to throw in a bunch of shallow arguments as a defence mechanism for getting offended. But in the midst of all this, it suddenly hit me. What he said was right all along. 

Art is a form of self expression. It is such a personal and intricate journey. When you create, it should be for yourself, not to conform to others' expectations. It's this individuality that gives rise to different tastes and interests. Some may appreciate your art, while others may not. What truly counts is your own satisfaction with your work.

This conversation with my brother suddenly changed my perspective on writing. My constant insecurity about my writing, in addition to my low self-esteem, had hindered my creative process. I realised that I had always been writing for an audience, those invisible figures in my head who judged every line I wrote.

This revelation hit me like a ton of bricks. I think I forgot how important it was to stay true to my own ideas and vision and understanding that not everyone will appreciate or resonate with it. 

So, my point is, the key to true creative fulfilment is to write and create for oneself and that is the only way to lift the burden of external validation, leaving only the joy of self-expression. 

[annetarnishable]

Agatha Christie's sequel, a thriller featuring the diabolical railroad tycoon Archibald Snodtraxx, wasn't nearly as popular as the original ;)

[gennsoup]

Do you ever feel like the best of you is something you're still hoping to grow into?

Andrea Gibson, "What do you think about this weather?"

[witsserviceablesubstitute]

Tumblr is the queering the text website and queer interpretation of media is expected here (and honestly a nice reprieve from the hostile homophobia getting bolder in the mainstream). However, I've been seeing a common knee-jerk reaction circulating and wanted to offer a rebuttal:

The Crisis of Male Friendship

[blueheartbooks]

Embracing Nietzschean Philosophy: Exploring "Thus Spake Zarathustra"

Friedrich Nietzsche's "Thus Spake Zarathustra: A Book for All and None" is a profound and provocative work that challenges conventional beliefs and invites readers to reexamine their values and assumptions about life, morality, and the human condition. Originally published in 1883, this philosophical masterpiece explores themes such as the death of God, the eternal recurrence, the will to power, and the Ubermensch (or "overman"), presenting Nietzsche's vision of a new way of thinking and living in the modern world.

At the heart of "Thus Spake Zarathustra" is the character of Zarathustra, a fictionalized version of the ancient Persian prophet Zoroaster, who descends from his mountain retreat to share his wisdom with humanity. Through a series of discourses, parables, and aphorisms, Zarathustra challenges his listeners to transcend their limitations, embrace their innermost desires, and strive for self-mastery and self-overcoming. Nietzsche's use of allegory and metaphor imbues the text with richness and depth, inviting readers to engage with its philosophical themes on multiple levels.

One of the most striking features of "Thus Spake Zarathustra" is its lyrical and poetic style, which sets it apart from Nietzsche's more academic works. Translated by Thomas Common, the text retains much of its original beauty and power, capturing Nietzsche's philosophical insights with clarity and elegance. Common's translation allows readers to immerse themselves in Nietzsche's thought-provoking ideas and experience the full force of his rhetorical flourishes and linguistic innovations.

Moreover, "Thus Spake Zarathustra" is notable for its critique of traditional morality and religion, which Nietzsche argues have stifled human potential and constrained individual freedom. Through Zarathustra's teachings, Nietzsche advocates for a radical revaluation of all values, urging readers to embrace a more expansive and life-affirming ethos that celebrates creativity, authenticity, and self-expression. Nietzsche's rejection of conventional norms and his embrace of existential freedom continue to resonate with readers today, inspiring countless individuals to question authority and forge their own path in life.

In addition to its philosophical depth and literary merit, "Thus Spake Zarathustra" has had a profound impact on art, literature, and culture, influencing thinkers such as Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung, and Friedrich Engels, as well as artists, musicians, and writers from around the world. Its themes of self-discovery, self-transcendence, and the pursuit of meaning continue to inspire and challenge readers to this day, making "Thus Spake Zarathustra" a timeless classic that speaks to the eternal quest for wisdom and self-realization.

In conclusion, "Thus Spake Zarathustra: A Book for All and None" by Friedrich Nietzsche, translated by Thomas Common, is a thought-provoking and intellectually stimulating work that continues to captivate readers with its profound insights, poetic language, and revolutionary ideas. Nietzsche's vision of the Ubermensch and his call to embrace the fullness of life remain as relevant today as they were when the book was first published, offering a powerful antidote to the nihilism and despair of the modern age.

Friedrich Nietzsche's "Thus Spake Zarathustra: A Book for All and None" is available in Amazon in paperback 23.99$ and hardcover 29.99$ editions.

Number of pages: 471

Language: English

Rating: 11/10                                           

Link of the book!

Review By: King's Cat