#to feed their desire for entertainment and relevancy

[bigfatbreak]

Hello I love your art!!! I was reading through your changeling au and Felix mentions that fae are creatures of mirth. They literally need attention to survive. But what kind of attention? I guess I'm wondering because Adrien has been in the public eye for a while now, but has been personally neglected for even longer. What does that mean for him? Is he starving? Is he in danger of dying? Does he even know it? (I assume not given he doesn't even know he's Fae).

If he is starving / in danger of starving who is the first to realize this?

it depends on the mirth, on the attention, on what it is they seek. Without making things too complicated - I don't like to define everything into neat little boxes after all, there's fun in nuance - Felix is just explaining from his experience, the Fae he was with tended to be "entertained" by certain aspects of their playing, which was the mirth that kept them relevant. Relevancy more than anything is really what keeps their wheels greased.

In Adrien's case though, the reason he's cloying for so many names and to have so many thralls and attendants is because he SHOULD be a more social creature and has been kept woefully alone. He is kinda starving in the way a fae starves - he's relevant, but only in an image his father constructs OF him, which means it isn't REALLY him - and he has no one to play with. No friends, no lovers, and no rivals, makes a very sad fae

[hopefull-mindset]

Design Analysis: Kouyou Ozaki

Have you ever wondered why everyone has assumed Kouyou to be a courtesan or brothel owner when there has been no specification in the main series?

First, there is the fact she refers to herself using “wacchi” (わっち), a pronoun that had been used by Geisha and Oiran alike in the Edo Period. Second is that, while she doesn’t have as many layers or hair ornaments, her large Obi is still tied at the front, and wears a Uchikake over her kimono. An Uchikake by itself is not an indicator, but I would think she has it to accentuate what she’s meant to resemble.

An Oiran is a general term for a high-ranking courtesan who has taken up some traditional arts and refined in their entertainment skills, putting them above the common prostitute. The term “Oiran” (花魁) means “flower leader”. It was said to be used by Kamuro and Shinzo to refer to the older courtesans and eventually became their title. It is theorized to come from the phrase "oira no tokoro no nēsan" (おいらの所の姉さん), but there is no exact and official origin of why they’re referred to as such.

They are exclusive because of their price ranges and the highest ranking had a degree of choice in who they had in their company. They get confused with Geisha often because of their similar skill sets and when you don’t know what you’re looking for visually, but in addition, this is mostly the fault of the Occupation of Japan with many coupling both of them into what they’d call “Geesha Girls” and mistaking Geishas for prostitutes. Many even called themselves a Geisha to bring in business, but Geisha’s legally couldn’t promote sex (that didn’t stop them though sometimes if they needed the cash). They are not distinctive only because one of them can practice sex work and the other cannot. Besides my previous comments on accessories, layering, and their distinctive Obi, Oirans have more extravagant coloring and designs on their clothing.

Not to be confused with the Tayū, whom Oiran had taken after in their clothing. Tayū are not as relevant in pop culture, so do not worry about trying to tell the difference in fictional media because they’re 100% going to be an Oiran unless specified. If you would like to learn more about Tayū and not look at confusing wiki pages, I recommend reading these: Karyukai Workers and Roles, The Look of Oiran Versus Tayuu, and this nice video about a modern day Tayū.

While Shinzo are the new debuting girls late into their training, a stage before that is the Kamuro. Kamuro are young girls sold by their parents to either pay off debts or have fewer mouths to feed, and some were even born into it. On the surface, the deal of their daughter becoming someone so luxurious was desirable and made it easier for them to give her away, but not all of them got that life and had to fight for that position. Kamuro were put under the care of senior courtesans who would teach them the skills they’d need while Kamuro did their chores for them. Kamuro were also considered a social marker of how rich the courtesan was to be able to provide for these girls, but they were limited to only caring for two. It was an exploitative and abusive industry that groomed them into this life. These girls can’t leave because they’re stuck to a never-ending contract that they need to pay off in their work because of the costs of their living, so competition for the top spot wasn’t only for the idealized life promised, but to get a higher paying customer to pay off their contract to escape.

Kouyou’s backstory is heart-wrenching in this context. We don’t have details of how she ended up there or the rest of what happened, but you can’t deny the resemblance between the life of a young girl in the red light district trying to escape her conditions with a man who has promised her freedom and Kouyou wanting to live in the light outside of the Port Mafia’s unlivable darkness with someone who wanted to show her that. Along the same lines, Kyouka can be seen as a Kamuro that Kouyou has taken under her wing and wanted to leave herself. Granted, using sexual favors is manipulation 101 and she could’ve learned this anywhere, but it would make sense if she had learned this from Kouyou as a courtesan. Kamuro weren’t ignorant of what their “Older Sisters” did.

There are many differences between the life of these girls and the bloody one Kouyou had lived in the Port Mafia, and it’s not as if I’m implying she had lived the life they did as we don’t know much, but the similarities can’t be just coincidence. As for “brothel owner”, the Yakuza unsurprisingly stick their nose into the sex work business, so it wouldn’t be too hard to assume Kouyou was looking over these things.

Side comment: “Ane-san” is old-fashioned, so the only time you’ll see it be used instead of just “Ane” or “Onee-san” is in a historical context, or with the Yakuza to refer to the upper echelon female members.

(I refuse to use something not from mayoi, bones art… is ugly)

Kouyou’s crimson hair comes from her name “紅葉”, which can be translated to “Red (Autumn) Leaf”, or roughly “Crimson Blade”. It’s referred to as crimson in the light novels, but we all want to call it deep pink. Either way, both colors are deep-seated in love and she wears it all over. Her uchikake starts light at the top and deepens the lush cherry blossom pink into a bloody red where it drags at the floor with trailing bellflowers (or some type of thin petaled bellflower). Her inner kimono is pure black, except at her shoulder where only a piece of pink is left, and at the bottom are prominent red spider lilies. Their color is emphasized with a transitioning dark shade of purple.

Red spider lilies are infamous because of their connotation with death, but there’s more to it. They’re considered “hell flowers” and could lead the dead to reincarnation. Used in funerals, legends say that seeing someone you will never meet again will have these flowers bloom in your path. They’re flowers that bloom in autumn and the meanings they have are: painful memories, abandonment, passion, independence, giving up, longing, and “never to meet again”.

Kouyou is a mournful soul whose past has never left her, especially in the face of confronting Kyouka’s choice. For these flowers to appear in the inner darkness of her design is significant to how deeply his death had affected her, but also the abandonment of what she regards as her “born nature”. That man had wanted to show her light but had only contributed to the growing darkness that she wasn’t allowed to escape. She had died that day with him, and could only keep walking in the flower field of death she had created. It’s only the piece of light on her shoulder that is left of her past self.

Now, the bellflowers on her uchikake can mean: Loyalty, gratitude, faithful, unchanging, honesty, and discipline.

If the Port Mafia had once been a place of terror and misery, then Mori had changed that for her and made the Port Mafia her home. She is forever grateful for what he has done to make this life livable again and dawns this flower gracefully with light colors. She chooses to wear these light colors over her kimono because even if she resents the hypocrisy of the people who can live in the light without criticism, she still wants some semblance of that dream after her soul has been blackened to that gain. Harukawa, when designing these characters, keeps in mind what organization and type of person they are when color coding them. It’s also with the understanding of what shades will appear darker and lighter in the manga style. Harukawa says that she made sure to give Kouyou light colors and kept her eye from being dark to signify that she’s a good person.

In the manga, her outfit is slightly different from the anime’s design. Her uchikake is paler and does not have any flowers on it, and the flowers on her kimono are much more... vague, so if there are better candidates than my guesses, then be my guest and throw me a bone. From the silhouettes, I will assume that the largest visible flower is a water lily and/or lotus and the flowers growing on the branches are sakura blossoms and/or plum blossoms. It’s fitting considering she is introduced with sakura blossoms falling around her, but they could be plum blossoms too as “花魁” can refer to them in some cases.

Water lilies and Lotus flowers are very recognizable, and I’m sure most of you have seen them around. Their meaning of “purity of heart” comes from how wild water lilies will usually be white. Similarly, lotus flowers are seen as pure because they can bloom in mud without staining themselves. Other meanings water lilies are given are: Rebirth, trust, faith, and kindness. With lotus flowers, they are: Rebirth (again), “to change someone’s mind”, “eases suffering (of the heart)”, and resilience.

Ignoring the meaning of faith and trust since we had already gone over it with the bellflowers, both possible flowers emphasize her good nature and the renewal of life that Mori had blessed her with. Mori had eased the mindless suffering caused by the old boss and changed her mind about what the Port Mafia was to her. She pushed through the muddy waters of the old boss’s darkness and stood her place well in her strength.

Sakura blossoms and plum blossoms introduce two different meanings in their symbolic usage. Plum blossoms bloom in the winter cold in the signal of spring coming, showing the prosperity of life in the hardest of conditions, while sakura blossoms remind us of life’s impermanence and that its beauty can only last for so long. Plum blossoms also can mean: elegance, nobleness, patience, loyalty, hope, and renewal. If these are Sakura blossoms, then they can mean: renewal (again), violence, and hope (again).

In the context of these flowers appearing on her kimono, they mean something different than the renewal of a new era Mori had brought. The remark at the beginning of chapter 17 gives us a personal meaning for Kouyou to what sakura flowers are to her. They are the blooming hope of a girl’s wishes, but they eventually have to drop not long after growing up and facing their reality. Remaining a bud is impossible, so Kouyou, in defiance of this eventual fate of this girl, sees slashing the girl’s heart to be more merciful than the long, doomed drop they all have to face. Kouyou is a bloomed Sakura flower who has already dropped, and her change had started there, not when she bloomed. Even if a part of her had died, she still clings with no real hope.

This is the only image we have of her kimono without anything covering it. This is right at the end of the Guild Arc where they are celebrating their accomplishment. Kouyou sheds her outer bright colors because there is no room for that in this setting and trusts Chuuya and Mori enough to shed any pretenses. They’ve all dressed casually, so she would too. The leaves are meant to be red maple leaves that also show up in the flashback of Kouyou of you look carefully. As I’ve said before, these have to do with her name. The vague firework-like design that shows up are either enlarged spider lilies or chrysanthemum flowers. Assuming these are the white kind, they mean: truth, loyal love, admiration, and sincere heart. However, the yellow kind can mean “slighted love”.

She is sincere inside and out, even if some of that sincerity isn't as pretty as what it looks like from a distance. “A flower that blooms in the dark can only survive within the dark” is a sentiment she lives by after all. If it is a yellow chrysanthemum, then its meaning is what you’d expect from her lonely heart.

Bonus round

Welcome if you have read this far, this is where I stray from her main outfit and talk about outfits that only appear once. This first kimono is what she wore when staying put in the Armed Detective Agency’s capture so that Kyouka would be able to live out a dream she can’t bring herself to live out. The white kimono is covered with columbine flowers. They can mean: risk-taking, good fortune, faith, folly, hope, and specifically for white columbines, “I’m concerned for this person”. Negative/inverse meanings include: The emblem of deceived lovers, ingratitude, and faithlessness.

What this means in Kouyou’s overall situation shouldn’t be too mind-boggling. She is in this room for Kyouka’s sake and is fairly concerned about how this plan of many risks will play out, but has faith in Dazai’s abilities. She is her most stripped version of herself and works with good intentions with Dazai under this idea, so she only wears light. Kouyou though is only left to her thoughts, her own past in that room. She is glad for Kyouka, but it only leaves fear that Atsushi won't be able to live up to something he promised so she ensures that he is committed to helping her into the light and strong in a way that man wasn't able to be. 

The second one is from the chapter art with Kouyou and Mori leading Soukoku away from each other. It’s an outfit that reflects her mindset during her time with the old boss, an inverted palette from what she’s currently wearing. She hasn’t fully embraced her environment yet. Unfortunately, almost all of the flowers and plants are a bit too vague for me to point out. There is only one flower I think I recognize on her right sleeve that looks like a bird, and it is called an Egret Orchid. The only meaning of significance here is: “I think of you even in my dreams.” Some sources will say, “My thoughts will follow you into your dreams”, but I think this made more sense in this context.

This sentiment is regarding that man who had told her such an innocent lie. She not only hid her sorrowful, pure yet broken heart inside the guise of flowering darkness but weaponized this sorrow in her violence and climbed the ranks of the Port Mafia. He is a source of regret, hate, and sadness. He is her only semblance of what hope and love could resemble, and it has become a corrupted and negative thing to her in his death. Pure darkness is the only thing can trust for people like her… but she still ponders what that life will be. His influence had never left her, whether it was for better or worse. 

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Alright um

I don’t typically do analysis like this as I don’t find clothing all that interesting to look into, but there is merit to thinking about what a character is wearing even on a surface level. It can be a show of their social rank, their job, their interests, their personalties, their culture, etc. but there isn’t always a deeper meaning to their clothing on a theming sense and I can’t find it in me to usually be interested in doing it myself. In most media, the clothing only indicates the era the characters are from and how marketable they can be.

Luckily, BSD is one of those stories that do put heavy consideration on what the characters are wearing and how their clothing changes overtime for some. Obvious examples include Harukawa’s color pallet consideration to indicate what type of person they are and what organization they are from, Dazai’s clothing swap when he leaves the Port Mafia, Chuuya’s many outfits as show of his growth in belonging to the Port Mafia, the coat passed down from Mori to Dazai to Akutagawa, and the Yin-Yang coloring of Atsushi and Akutagawa that stays consistent even in Beast where they swap.

When doing clothing analysis you’re almost expected to overanalyze and stray into your own interpretations of what certain things mean, when sometimes there isn’t any intended meaning. None of that is a bad thing though! You don’t have to rely on an author or artistic word to analyze a thing, but I tend to have a hard time with just making claims like that. So I picked this concept for Kouyou because I have my own ideas for the thought process behind her design that felt right and find it intriguing enough to share. I had actually asked a friend if I could take her from their hands since they had been planning to do their own clothing analysis, but got stuck. So thank you for letting me steal it!

I’m not a historian or whatever, but I do like sharing what I do know about certain topics! Unexpectedly, this took more out of me than I thought. I’ve written more in a shorter time, but I got stuck with having to write about one certain topic than the character entirely. I will probably never do something like this again, at least not with flower meanings. Who knew how much work it was to actually explain what they mean in context in such a big bunch?

The day I finish that Odasaku analysis is when I’ll read The Golden Demon.

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[psychewritesbs]

Any thoughts on the current Takaba vs Kenjaku face-off?

Hola anon! Yesssss I have thoughts. So many thoughts because, while not necessarily amongst my top 5 chapters in jjk, chapters 240 and 241 are sooooooo damn good in their exploration of both Takaba's and Kenny's sense of self.

Thing is... I already liked Takaba, but after this set of chapters, it's not necessarily that I love him more, but rather I appreciate how relatable he is.

In a nutshell, my reaction to this chapter this week was:

fucking Gege 😭����

I taco'bout it under the cut!

Let's start with 240 though...

Chapter 240: Foolish Survivor, Live On—Battle of Equals

I think it's very relevant that Gege just gave us Gojo and Kashimo's death served on a cold platter of "I wanted to feel I belonged in a world where I felt no one could understand me" because I am totally loving Takaba's sense of self revolving around the same need and desire.

So I love that he found in Kenny someone who understood him so well, to the point that his jokes were rendered ineffective because Kenny could see right through the joke's weakness.

Similarly, I am loving what Takaba is doing for Kenny.

In chapter 239 Kenny mockingly asks Hanezoki to be friends...

... and specifically says that to be his friend, such a person must never bore him and must be his equal. This is also interesting in the sense that Kenny calls Granny Tengen his friend, so I'm curious to see Gege expand on this.

Now, this is relevant because Kenny is basically a 1,000 year old brain. When you've lived that long and you've seen everything there is to be seen in terms of human drama, I imagine life can get pretty boring. So what is it that drives someone who's seen it all to get up every morning and face yet another day in the world?

What is their raison d'être? Their reason for living and existing...

So I love Kenny's state of mind "being written all over his face" because it goes right back to the intellectual curiosity that drives his actions and Takaba is the one who is reigniting that intellectual curiosity that drives Kenny.

Kenny is smart and wants to laugh. The fact he knows so much about comedy shows he's found in comedy something worth exploring. I mean... imagine Kenny as Kaori, Yuji's mom, pregnant af, watching comedy shows to pass the time because it feeds her intellectual curiosity.

Similarly, think of how Kashimo asked Sukuna about what brings him enough satisfaction to turn himself into a cursed object to cross the ages, to which Sukuna's simple response is "the ephemeral taste of human flesh is enough to pass the time until death".

This is interesting in and of itself given the recent ask about which element each of the three big clans represents (mind/body/soul). It kind of feels like Sukuna represents body and Kenny represents mind. But I digress....

Chapter 240 then ends with Takaba having an identity crisis--that is, he's come face to face with the very source of his own woes the way it happened for Gojo.

If he is to go on living, Takaba needs to re-assess his sense of self.

Chapter 240: Foolish Survivor, Win and Remain—Bridging opposites

The chapter opens showing us a Takaba we hadn't seen up until now--harsh and critical, he takes things too seriously. Little did we know, this is part of his sense of self.

And I just loved this juxtaposition of these two conflicting parts of Takaba's personality (someone who takes things too seriously but who is also capable of being one hell of a goofy mf) because it showed that

a) two seemingly contradictory elements can coexist as one and the same, and

b) when we get out of balance (i.e. choosing to prioritize one of these contradictions over the other like Takaba being so focused on doing comedy right that he's forgotten that the spirit of comedy is being lighthearted), we lose sight of what's truly important.

So Takaba's trying to get back at why he became an entertainer in the first place...

... and the lengths he was willing to go through to be accepted and feel like he was understood by his peers... idk. It's so fucking real...

This is also the antithesis of everything Sukuna stands for.

But what I personally think is neat about Takaba is that, while he did act goofy so that others found him relatable, I really do think he's one hell of a genuinely goofy mf for a couple of reasons. First, an overly serious personality type has to be balanced out by an unserious personality (in Jungian psych it's all about wholeness by bridging opposites). Second, he seems to genuinely be interested in comedy and the craft of comedy.

Takaba's problem was then that his overly serious persona would kill all the fun out of comedy, while on the other hand, the part of him that wanted to be accepted did not want to take things seriously because it meant getting rejected.

It's almost like Takaba never got these two parts of himself to work together and so they worked against each other.

And can I just say that I absolutely loved this interaction between Takaba's current self and his child self? Representing Takaba in his younger years felt like Gege was writing about how this was the formative period when Takaba's conflict between his two personalities started. Gege already did something similar with Gojo in his teen years and this is just so masterful and beautiful because I don't even know how to put into words that Gege is writing about a process of healing through dialogue with the inner child.

I'm screaming in depth psychology nerd.

Above all, I love how this chapter in particular gets at the conflict we've seen repeated in other characters in jjk--i.e. Gojo felt isolated but did not realize that was partly because he built barriers around himself.

It's like Gege is showing us how we see ourselves (our sense of self) is the very source of our own tragedies because we're largely blind to anything that is outside of conscious awareness because we push it into the shadow.

It's just... *chef's kiss*

fucking Gege 😭👌

So I LOVED seeing Takaba own his need to be known and understood because that's so fucking human.

But even better was how he brought together that goofy mf he tapped into due to his need to be understood with his earnest and serious nature.

Also, his level of self-awareness...

And to bring it all back full circle...

Will Kenny laugh? Looks like Kenny is excited to see what Takaba has in store, so that's already a good sign.

idk, again, this isn't my favorite chapter ever and at the same time... man... what a fantastic character exploration.

There's something here about how Takaba may be the only one who gets this whole sense of self thing right.

The other thing I'll say is that Gege has a tendency to make his characters relatable in their last moments. There's something here that I can't quite put my finger on quite just yet that goes back to the idea that "how we live is how we die" and jjk characters have a tendency to go out in such a way that reflects how they lived their lives.

Whatever the case, I'm on #Team Takaba and am rooting for him from the sidelines.

Thanks for stopping by anon!

[collegeboysam]

personally I love your fic because it doesn’t fall into cliche, I love that your Lucerys is jealous it feeds me. The list of suitors for Luke is a little tired and a bit of a Twitter meme so not telling you what to do but I’d hate for your fic to fall into a few loud voices that push for the same tropes over and over.

Thank you soo much loving the story and letting me know! 🥰🥰 It really means a lot and keeps me excited to continue updating it!

I personally don't mind cliches, as I think if something is good then it's worth repeating many times, in many ways. I like about 5 thropes and it's all I consume on repeat across all my interests hahahaha so I'm a cliche enjoyer for sure, can't turn on my people 😌. But I appreciate the compliment and thank you dearly for it, since I know you mean it in possitive way 💕💕💕

The rest of the reply got super long so I'll throw it under a "read more" to not clog the timeline:

As you saw, Luke is quite jealous too and there will be more of it, so hopefully you'll continue to enjoy that side of him 😏. He's just so much better at hiding it (so far), he's way more patient than Aemond, but he also has his limits, since he's never had to deal with Aemond showing interest in anyone. Aemond is not paticullarly interested in courting and wooing. As a man of those times, he does not need to, what he wants is power and strenght, not a wife. (Besides, we know he's obsessed with Lucerys, that's where most of his sexual desires stem from, as almost all of the women he has slept with looked like Luke in one way or another.) He would have only gotten a wife if it had served him to obtain something he wanted, but being part of the small council put him in a way better position. Marrying a woman won't give him a state nor a castle, so there is no need to do it. For Aemond, in this storyline, a wife would have only been a bother before the main plot started.

But Alicent is obviosly quite interested in the matter lol and you can be sure she will be pushing for it lmao she's Hand of the Queen, too, which makes it easier to chat ladies into approaching him (she knows how her son is, she's aware Aemond won't go out of his way to start any pleasantries.) Aemond might do certain things to entertain his mother's enthusiasm on the matter, even if he means nothing of it, but Lucerys doesn't know that :)))))) and sooooo many high borns are coming to King's Landing...and perhaps instructed to make the most of the ocassion by the head of their houses. Yes, the Queen's son is the one to officially get bethroted and the one with the Velaryon seat and affluence, but there are other Targaryen who are still single (Aemond, Daeron, Joff) who would serve as much of an ideal union. Having a dragonrider in the family is no joke, it's a connection to the Throne, it means eventual children in their bloodline who could potentially have dragons one day. Targaryen rarely marry out of the family for that reason, is a great chance to try to get tied to one of them.

Many are coming to King's Landing for Lucerys, but you know how Westeros is. Other interests are afoot and Luke is not gonna fucking like it hahahaha

I gotta tell you tho the second part of the message reads as being judged on America's Next Top Model or Drag Race and it gave me a good laugh (in a good way). Tyra Banks pulled my photo at the end but I gotta watch it next week for the "who wants to wed and bed Luke for personal gain" challenge 😌.

The list a little longer than the two characters I answered for, since the anon wanted to know for Dalton and Cregan particullarly, I only named those two. Cregan won't persue Luke and Dalton will, so that's as far as I went into it. Oh, and a Martell character! But I guess it's not too hard to figure out who it could be by the timeline the story is set into. Didn't add anyone else to the answer since many are originally minor characters in asoaif (but will be relevant in the fic) since I guessed it's not that interesting to know that Amaury Peake, Gwayne Hightower or Ser Erwin Lannister, a knight, will be appearing and having important roles. Can't imagine they got many fans who will get hype to read about them in a Lucemond fic hahahaha but hopefully once I post scenes where these and other "less known" characters appear and interact with the main characters, it will gain people's interest all the same.

I don't really know which characters are more common to ship on twitter since I'm not on asoiaf/hotd twitter, but this is a bit of a relief for Dalton. I was actually worried people would get mad/dislike the detail of adding him to the pool of characters who would use Luke's situation for their advantage, since...well, Dalton is an A class piece of shit. And interesting one for sure, worth exploring! But still an asshole. We still don't have him in the show so there is no way to do an mix of book!Dalton with whatever they go with for show!Dalton. I only have book version to go with and we know he's suuuch a fucking dick. Interesting and quite the character, but a psycho dickhead all the same. I was kinda nervous people would be uhh bothered, maybe? that some of the suitors are less than stellar. Dalton is a rapist, he has like 22 saltwives he has kidnapped after killing their families, he's obviosly not a lovely match. I know the fandom adores Luke and was sweating a little, worrying people would not like me putting Dalton in his way. If Dalton and Lucerys together are more popular on twiter (which I didn't know omg good for the twitter enjoyers, toxic yaoi lives long and prosper) then it's a relief, since I now think people won't be bothered by Deepsea Dipshit wanting to add Luke to his harem (which lmao Lucerys himself is not gonna he pleased nor flattered about, you saw how he is.)

Don't worry about people maybe influencing the story? If that's what you mean. The main draft is already written from start to end, I go over it and add scenes and make already written parts longer before posting new chapters, but it's already been planned from start to end. So, even if I wanted to, I really can't add things or characters people may like to see, since it wouldn't fit with the main plot nor the ending I have planned. If it turns out that details/characters people hoped to see do happen to be in the story then it's a win-win! But apart from coincidence, I really can't add much to aplease everyone.

Hopefully if people have nice ideas they would like to see, I can with (their permission) add them to future Lucemond fics! But the fate of "You May Bury My Body" has been decided for a while hahaha and hopefully people enjoy the ride 😌

Once again, thank you so much for the ask! As you can see, i enjoy discussing it with readers, sorry I got so carried away replying lmao look at this bible of an answer. And I hope you enjoy the upcoming parts!

Once the entire list of suitors has appeared and interacted in future chapters, I hope you come back and let me know if I passed the vibe check and if it's no longer tired 😜 I really don't wanna be Tiffany being yelled by Tyra that you were rooting for me, everyone was rooting for me, how dare I!

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Why Are Smartphone Users Gushing Over Glance Widget? Here’s The Shocking Truth!

In the fast-paced world of smartphones, where innovation is the name of the game, there's a new player in town that's causing quite a stir: the Glance widget. This unassuming little feature has quickly become the talk of the town, with users gushing over its incredible potential and game-changing capabilities.

But what exactly is the Glance widget, and why is it generating so much buzz? In this blog post, we'll dive deep into the world of Glance, exploring the reasons behind its sudden rise to fame and uncovering the shocking truth about why smartphone users simply can't get enough of it.

First things first, let's define what we're talking about. 

The Glance widget is a revolutionary new feature that transforms your phone's lock screen into an interactive, personalized hub of information and entertainment. Unlike traditional lock screen widgets, which are often static and limited in scope, the Glance widget is a dynamic powerhouse that brings your lock screen to life.

Imagine this: You pick up your phone, and instead of the usual bland lock screen, you're greeted with a vibrant display of your favorite content, tailored specifically to your interests. Whether you're a news junkie, a sports fanatic, or a social media butterfly, the Glance widget has got you covered, serving up a constantly updating feed of the stuff you care about most.

But the Glance widget isn't just about looks – it's also incredibly functional. With just a simple glance (see what we did there?), you can stay on top of the latest headlines, catch up on your favorite teams' scores, or even discover new and trending content, all without ever unlocking your phone.

It's this combination of form and function that has smartphone users gushing over the Glance widget. In a world where we're constantly bombarded with information and notifications, the Glance widget cuts through the noise, delivering only the most relevant and engaging content straight to your lock screen.

But the benefits of the Glance widget don't stop there. One of the key reasons why users are falling head over heels for this feature is its unparalleled level of personalization. From the moment you enable the Glance widget on your phone, it starts learning your preferences, analyzing your behavior and adapting to your unique tastes.

The more you engage with the Glance widget, the smarter it gets, continuously refining its recommendations and serving up content that it knows you'll love. It's like having a personal assistant that's always one step ahead, anticipating your needs and desires before you even realize them yourself.

And let's not forget about the social aspect of the Glance widget. In today's hyper-connected world, we're all looking for ways to stay plugged in and engaged with our friends, family, and communities. The Glance widget makes this easier than ever, providing a platform for users to connect, share, and interact with each other in meaningful ways.

Imagine being able to see what your friends are reading, watching, or listening to, all from the comfort of your lock screen. With the Glance widget, you can join in on the conversation, discover new perspectives, and feel like you're part of something bigger – all without ever leaving your phone.

But perhaps the most shocking truth about the Glance widget is just how easy it is to use. Unlike some other lock screen widgets or interactive widgets that require complex setup processes or technical know-how, the Glance widget is incredibly user-friendly and intuitive.

To enable the Glance widget on your phone, simply follow these steps:

Open your phone's Settings app

Scroll down and tap on "Display"

Look for the "Lock screen" or "Widgets" option

Find and select "Glance" from the list of available widgets

Customize your Glance widget settings to your liking

And that's it! With just a few taps, you'll have transformed your lock screen into a dynamic, personalized hub of information and entertainment, powered by the incredible Glance widget.

But the Glance widget isn't just a flash in the pan – it's a sign of things to come. As smartphones continue to evolve and users demand more from their devices, features like the Glance widget are poised to become the new normal, redefining the way we interact with our phones and the world around us.

In fact, many experts predict that lock screen widgets and interactive widgets like Glance will soon become standard features on all smartphones, much like cameras or touchscreens. And it's not hard to see why – with their ability to streamline information, personalize content, and connect users in meaningful ways, these widgets are the future of mobile computing.

So, if you're one of the many smartphone users who haven't yet experienced the magic of the Glance widget, what are you waiting for? Enable this incredible feature on your phone today, and discover a whole new way to interact with your device and stay connected to the things that matter most.

But don't just take our word for it – here's what some satisfied Glance widget users have to say:

"I never realized how much time I was wasting unlocking my phone and searching for content until I started using the Glance widget. Now, everything I need is right there on my lock screen, and I can't imagine going back to the way things were before." - Sarah, 28

"The Glance widget has completely changed the way I consume news and stay up-to-date with the world. I love how it learns my preferences and serves up content that's always relevant and engaging. It's like having a personal news curator in my pocket!" - Michael, 35

"As someone who's always on the go, the Glance widget has been a game-changer for me. Being able to quickly glance at my lock screen and see updates from my favorite sports teams, news outlets, and social media accounts has made my life so much easier. I don't know how I ever lived without it!" - Jessica, 42

The stories go on and on, but the message is clear: the Glance widget is a force to be reckoned with, and its popularity shows no signs of slowing down. So, if you're ready to join the revolution and see what all the fuss is about, give the Glance widget a try today. Trust us – you won't be disappointed.

In conclusion, the shocking truth about the Glance widget is that it's not just another gimmicky feature or passing fad – it's a glimpse into the future of mobile computing, and a sign of the incredible things to come.

With its ability to transform your lock screen into a personalized hub of information and entertainment, the Glance widget is changing the game, one smartphone at a time. So, whether you're a die-hard techie or a casual user, there's never been a better time to experience the magic of Glance for yourself.

Embrace the future, embrace the Glance widget – and get ready to have your mind blown. Happy Glancing, smartphone users!

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Exploring the Efficacy of Social Media Marketing: Does It Really Work?

In the age of digital dominance, social media has emerged as a powerhouse in the realm of marketing. Its unparalleled reach and influence have revolutionized the way businesses connect with their audiences. From startups to multinational corporations, everyone seems to be leveraging the power of platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn to promote their products and services. enrolling in Digital Marketing Training in Coimbatore can provide valuable insights and practical skills to navigate the intricacies of these platforms effectively. But amidst the buzz and hype surrounding social media marketing (SMM), one lingering question persists: Does it really work?

In this blog post, we embark on a journey to unravel the efficacy of social media marketing, dissecting its impact, challenges, and untapped potential.

Understanding Social Media Marketing

Before delving into its efficacy, let's first grasp the essence of social media marketing. At its core, SMM encompasses a spectrum of strategies aimed at promoting brands, engaging audiences, and driving desired actions through various social media platforms. These strategies may include organic content creation, paid advertising, influencer collaborations, community engagement, and more.

The Promises of Social Media Marketing

Proponents of social media marketing extol its myriad benefits. Here are some of the promises often associated with SMM:

Unmatched Reach: With billions of active users across different platforms, social media offers unparalleled reach, enabling businesses to connect with diverse audiences worldwide.

Targeted Advertising: Advanced targeting options allow marketers to tailor their campaigns to specific demographics, interests, behaviors, and even location, ensuring messages reach the right audience at the right time.

Engagement and Interaction: Social media fosters direct engagement between brands and consumers, facilitating conversations, feedback, and relationship-building, thereby enhancing brand loyalty and trust.

Data-driven Insights: Robust analytics tools provide valuable insights into audience behavior, preferences, and campaign performance, empowering marketers to refine their strategies for optimal results.

The Reality Check

While the promises of social media marketing are enticing, the reality often paints a more nuanced picture. Here are some factors to consider:

Saturation and Competition: The sheer volume of content on social media poses a challenge for brands striving to stand out amidst the noise. With countless businesses vying for attention, capturing and retaining audience interest can be an uphill battle.

Algorithmic Changes: Social media algorithms constantly evolve, impacting the visibility of organic content and the effectiveness of paid advertising. Marketers must stay abreast of these changes and adapt their strategies accordingly to maintain relevance and effectiveness.

Ad Fatigue: As users are inundated with advertisements across their feeds, they may develop ad fatigue, becoming desensitized or even resentful towards intrusive promotional content. Crafting engaging, authentic, and non-intrusive ads is crucial to mitigate this risk.

Measurement Challenges: While social media analytics provide valuable insights, measuring the true impact of SMM on key business metrics such as sales, conversions, and ROI can be complex. Attribution modeling and tracking mechanisms may fall short in accurately attributing outcomes to specific social media efforts.

Navigating the Landscape

Despite these challenges, social media marketing remains a potent tool in the marketer's arsenal. To maximize its efficacy, consider the following strategies:

Content Quality and Relevance: Focus on creating high-quality, relevant content that resonates with your target audience. Strive to provide value, entertainment, or solutions to their pain points rather than resorting to overtly promotional tactics.

Audience Understanding: Invest time and effort in understanding your audience demographics, preferences, and behaviors. Tailor your content and messaging to address their needs and interests effectively.

Engagement and Community Building: Foster genuine interactions with your audience by responding to comments, messages, and feedback promptly. Cultivate a sense of community around your brand, encouraging user-generated content and advocacy.

Data-driven Iteration: Continuously monitor and analyze your social media metrics to identify trends, patterns, and areas for improvement. Experiment with different content formats, posting times, and ad strategies, and iterate based on performance insights. Consider enrolling in Digital Marketing Online Training to gain the skills and knowledge needed for effective social media marketing.

In conclusion, while the efficacy of social media marketing may vary depending on various factors, it undeniably holds immense potential for businesses seeking to expand their reach, engage audiences, and drive meaningful outcomes. By understanding its nuances, embracing best practices, and staying adaptable in a dynamic digital landscape, businesses can harness the power of social media to achieve their marketing objectives effectively.

As we navigate the ever-evolving terrain of social media marketing, one thing remains clear: in a world where attention is the most coveted currency, mastering the art and science of SMM can be the difference between obscurity and success in the digital age.

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Pa Toroki: The Heavenly Banquet – A Timeless Lesson for All Ages

At times, reading some books you might wonder and praise the author for crafting such a book by playing his role in helping readers comprehend the other side of the world. Ideally, reading “Pa Toroki: The Heavenly Banquet” by Dr Emmanuel Anyangwe Ngassa; this delightful book is filled with valuable lessons on ambition, strategy, and human nature. Through the cunning antics of Pa Toroki, a determined tortoise who refuses to accept his limitations, this story weaves an allegory that resonates across generations of all ages.

Let’s take a chance and plunge into this article and explore how this book, “Pa Toroki: The Heavenly Banquet” has lessons for all ages.

The Nnang Festival: A Celebration with High Stakes

At the heart of the narrative is the Nnang Festival, a grand event marking the seasonal migration of birds. It’s a time of unity, revelry, and tradition in the animal kingdom as creatures gather to bid farewell before embarking on their journeys. This year’s festival promises something extraordinary: the Heavenly Banquet, a divine feast hosted by God exclusively for creatures that can fly. This celestial gathering is the pinnacle of celebration and an honour reserved only for those who can soar. For Pa Toroki, a grounded tortoise, this restriction becomes an irresistible challenge. The story’s central tension lies in his refusal to be excluded.

Craft of Deception and Strategic Thinking

The beauty of Dr. Ngassa’s storytelling lies in how it highlights the complexity of social interactions. Pa Toroki, realizing he can’t fly, turns to his strengths: wit, patience, and a deep understanding of the weaknesses of others. His target? The young pigeons, are eager to impress and easily swayed by compliments and promises. Pa Toroki begins by feeding them subtle flattery and misinformation, carefully manipulating their emotions until they unwittingly become tools in his grand scheme. Through this interaction, the story teaches that success often hinges on strategy, not just brute strength.

A Mirror to Human Nature

At its core, Pa Toroki: The Heavenly Banquet serves as a mirror to the complexities of human behavior. The tortoise’s ambition is not just a tale of mischievous trickery; it’s a commentary on how ambition and the desire for recognition can drive individuals to take questionable paths. The story’s portrayal of deception, trust, and competition reflects the very dynamics that govern societies, making it a tale that resonates beyond the world of folklore. For younger readers, the story might be a fun adventure filled with clever animals and colourful festivities. But for adults, it offers a deeper reflection on how ambition can sometimes blur ethical lines, how trust can be manipulated, and how those who are most strategic often come out ahead.

Universal Themes Wrapped in Folklore

What makes Pa Toroki: The Heavenly Banquet stand out is its ability to deliver universal messages through a format that’s both engaging and accessible. The rich allegory embedded in the narrative makes it a story that transcends age. Pa Toroki’s journey is a reminder that in life, success often depends on more than just talent or resources; it’s also about how we play the game. The lessons in cunning, strategy, and the power of knowledge are relevant whether you’re a child navigating friendships or an adult managing complex relationships at work.

A Story for All Generations In a world where ambition and competition are ever-present, Pa Toroki: The Heavenly Banquet offers a timeless narrative that speaks to the importance of balancing ambition with integrity. It’s a tale that invites readers to think critically about their own actions, motivations, and the strategies they employ to achieve their goals. By blending folklore with profound life lessons, Dr Ngassa creates a narrative that’s not just entertaining but also deeply insightful—a story that will continue to inspire and provoke thought for years to come.

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OnlyFans Treasure Hunt: How to Find the Accounts Worth Following!

Navigating the vast world of OnlyFans can feel like embarking on a treasure hunt. With so many creators offering diverse content, finding Best OnlyFans accounts worth following can be overwhelming. 

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Define Your Interests and Preferences

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OnlyFans hosts a wide range of content, from fitness and lifestyle to more niche interests like cosplay or fetish. 

Start by listing your preferences:

* Content-Type: Are you interested in general entertainment, adult content, or specific themes like cosplay or BDSM?

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In the age of digital connectivity, social media platforms like Instagram, Tumblr, and Pinterest have become integral parts of our daily lives. While these platforms are often used for social interactions and entertainment, they can also serve a profound purpose in personal development. One such purpose is creating digital vision boards—a powerful tool for manifesting your desires and enhancing your mental health through the strategic use of imagery. Here's how you can repurpose your social media accounts to create a vision board that aligns with your goals and aspirations.

The Power of Vision Boards

A vision board is a visual representation of your dreams and goals. It serves as a constant reminder of what you want to achieve, helping you stay focused and motivated. By regularly seeing images that resonate with your desires, you can train your subconscious mind to work towards those goals, ultimately manifesting them into reality.

Why Use Social Media for Vision Boards?

Accessibility and Convenience: Social media platforms are easily accessible from your phone, tablet, or computer. This means you can work on your vision board anytime, anywhere.

Vast Resources: Platforms like Instagram, Tumblr, and Pinterest offer an almost infinite pool of images, quotes, and ideas that you can curate to reflect your goals and aspirations.

Community Support: Sharing your vision board or even parts of it can connect you with like-minded individuals who can offer support, inspiration, and accountability.

Steps to Create Your Digital Vision Board

1. Choose Your Platform

Each platform has its unique features:

Instagram: Ideal for creating a cohesive, aesthetically pleasing grid of images. Use the “Save to Collection” feature to organize images related to different aspects of your vision.

Tumblr: Great for a more eclectic, personal, and blog-like vision board. You can reblog images, quotes, and articles that inspire you.

Pinterest: Perfect for categorizing and organizing your vision into different boards, each representing a specific goal or area of your life.

2. Define Your Goals

Before diving into image collection, spend some time defining your goals. What do you want to manifest in your life? This could be related to your career, relationships, health, personal growth, or any other area. Be specific and clear about your intentions.

3. Start Collecting Images

Search for images that resonate with your goals. Use keywords that reflect your desires and aspirations. Save or pin images that evoke positive emotions and represent what you want to achieve. Remember, these images should inspire and motivate you every time you see them.

4. Organize and Curate

Instagram: Create a separate account dedicated to your vision board, or use the “Save to Collection” feature to categorize your images.

Tumblr: Use tags to categorize your posts, making it easier to find and focus on specific goals.

Pinterest: Create multiple boards for different areas of your life. For example, you could have separate boards for career goals, health aspirations, travel dreams, and personal growth.

5. Engage and Interact

Follow accounts and boards that align with your goals and values.

Like, comment, and share content that inspires you. This will keep your feed filled with positive and motivating content.

Participate in challenges or groups focused on goal-setting and manifestation.

6. Review and Update Regularly

Your vision board should be a dynamic and evolving representation of your goals. Regularly review and update your boards to reflect your progress, new aspirations, and changing priorities. This keeps your vision board relevant and continuously inspiring.

The Mental Health Benefits

Creating and maintaining a digital vision board can significantly improve your mental health:

Visualization: Regularly seeing images of your goals can enhance your ability to visualize and manifest them.

Positive Reinforcement: Surrounding yourself with positive and aspirational imagery can boost your mood and motivation.

Mindfulness: The process of curating your vision board encourages mindfulness and intentionality in your daily life.

Stress Relief: Focusing on your dreams and goals can provide a sense of purpose and direction, reducing anxiety and stress.

Using social media platforms to create a digital vision board is a powerful way to harness the tools at your fingertips for personal growth and mental well-being. By intentionally curating images that align with your goals, you can create a visual roadmap to your dreams. Start today, and watch how your aspirations begin to manifest, one image at a time.

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How to Increase Your Social Media Following and Spark Engagement

Does the silence on your social media channels sound deafening? You're not alone. Many businesses and individuals struggle to build a thriving online community. But fear not, fellow social media enthusiast! With a strategic approach, you can transform your lonely feeds into bustling hubs of engagement.

Here's your roadmap to increasing your social media following and sparking conversations that matter:

Know Your Tribe, Speak Their Language:

The first step is understanding who you're trying to connect with. Imagine your ideal follower – what are their interests, challenges, and online habits?

Craft buyer personas: Develop profiles that detail your target audience's demographics, motivations, and preferred platforms (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.).

Lurk and Learn: Spend time observing relevant online communities. See what kind of content resonates, what questions are being asked, and what tone feels natural.

Become a Content Connoisseur:

High-quality content is the lifeblood of any successful social media strategy. Here's how to keep your audience hooked:

Variety is Key: Don't be a one-trick pony. Mix things up with informative blog posts, eye-catching visuals (photos, infographics, videos), and interactive polls or quizzes.

Value Over Vanity: Focus on providing content that educates, entertains, or inspires your audience. Share industry insights, offer helpful tips, or showcase behind-the-scenes glimpses of your business.

Embrace the Conversation: Don't just post and disappear! Respond to comments, answer questions, and participate in discussions. This two-way interaction fosters a sense of community.

Post Like a Pro (But Don't Be a Spammer):

There's a delicate balance between staying active and bombarding your audience. Here's how to find your posting sweet spot:

Develop a Schedule: Consistency is key. Aim for a few posts per week on your main platforms and adjust based on your audience's engagement.

Timing is Everything: Each platform has its peak engagement times. Research the best times to post for your target audience and platform.

Hashtags: Your Ticket to Discovery:

Think of hashtags as keywords for the social media world. Use relevant hashtags to help people find your content. Here's how to get the most out of them:

Research is King: Look for trending hashtags related to your niche and audience. Tools like Hashtagify.me can be helpful for this.

Don't Overstuff: A few well-chosen hashtags are better than a laundry list. Stick to 5-10 relevant ones.

The Power of Collaboration:

Teaming up with others can be a win-win situation. Consider these collaborative strategies:

Partner with Influencers: Find influencers in your niche with a loyal following that aligns with your target audience. Partner with them for co-created content, shoutouts, or joint giveaways.

Cross-Promote: Leverage your existing audience on one platform to promote your presence on others. Encourage them to follow you everywhere!

The Allure of Giveaways and Contests:

Who doesn't love free stuff? Running contests and giveaways is a fantastic way to attract new followers and boost engagement. Here are some tips:

Offer Relevant Prizes: Choose prizes that your target audience genuinely desires.

Outline Clear Rules: Make sure everyone understands how to participate and how winners will be chosen.

Promote Wisely: Spread the word about your contest across your social media platforms and relevant online communities.

Paid Advertising Can Help Too:

Social media platforms offer targeted advertising options. Consider allocating a small budget to promote your content or reach a wider audience. This can be a great way to jumpstart your growth.

Be Patient and Track Your Progress:

Building a strong social media following takes time and dedication. Don't get discouraged if you don't see results overnight. Here's how to stay focused:

Track Your Analytics: Most social media platforms offer built-in analytics tools. Use them to monitor your progress, see what resonates with your audience, and identify areas for improvement.

Adapt and Experiment: Don't be afraid to experiment with different content formats, posting times, and hashtags. See what works best for your audience and adjust your strategy accordingly.

The Power of Community:

Social media is more than just broadcasting messages. It's about building relationships! Here are some ways to foster a sense of community:

Respond to Comments: Every interaction matters. Acknowledge and respond to comments in a timely manner.

Host Live Sessions: Q&A sessions, live tutorials, or behind-the-scenes glimpses can

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Micro Moments: Winning The Customer Journey In A Mobile - First World

In today’s fast-paced digital world, capturing the attention of customers can be a challenging task. With mobile devices becoming more prevalent in our everyday lives, businesses need to adapt their marketing strategies to win over consumers in these micro-moments. Join us as we explore how to navigate the customer journey in this mobile-first world and create memorable experiences that keep them coming back for more.

Introduction To The Concept Of Micro-Moments And Its Relevance In A Mobile-First World

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, people are constantly connected to their mobile devices. From browsing social media to searching for information, our smartphones have become an integral part of our daily lives. This shift towards mobile dependency has also changed the way consumers interact with brands. With easy access to information at their fingertips, customers now expect instant gratification and personalized experiences from businesses.

It is in this context that the concept of micro-moments emerges as a crucial aspect for businesses to consider when developing their marketing strategies. So, what exactly are micro-moments? In simple terms, they refer to those brief instances when a person turns to their phone or other devices to satisfy a need – whether it’s for information, entertainment, or purchasing a product/service.

Google identified four types of micro-moments – “I-want-to-know,” “I-want-to-go,” “I-want-to-do,” and “I-want-to-buy.” These moments occur throughout the customer journey and can happen anytime, anywhere. They may last for just a few seconds but have a significant impact on consumer behavior and decision-making.

The relevance of micro-moments becomes even more apparent in today’s mobile-first world where smartphone usage surpasses desktop usage. The rise of mobile devices has not only increased the number of opportunities for brands to connect with potential customers but has also shortened attention spans. According to research by Google, 91% of smartphone users turn to their phones for ideas while doing tasks; 82% use them while making decisions in-store; and 69% search before making big purchases.

Understanding The Customer Journey And How Micro-Moments Fit In

Understanding the customer journey is essential for businesses to succeed in today’s mobile-first world. With the rise of smartphones and constant connectivity, consumers have become more empowered and demanding when it comes to their purchasing decisions. As a result, the traditional linear customer journey has evolved into a complex and unpredictable web of interactions.

The customer journey can be defined as the series of steps a consumer takes before, during, and after purchasing a product or service. It starts with awareness, where consumers become aware of their needs or desires. This is followed by consideration, where they research and compare different options before making a decision. There is the purchase stage and post-purchase experience where customers evaluate their satisfaction with the product or service.

However, with the increase in smartphone usage and on-the-go browsing habits, micro-moments have emerged as crucial touchpoints in the customer journey. These are small but critical moments when consumers turn to their devices for information or action during the buying process. These moments happen quickly and often unexpectedly, making them difficult for brands to predict or control.

So how do micro-moments fit into this complex customer journey? They play an essential role in influencing consumer behavior at each stage of the journey. In the awareness stage, micro-moments occur when consumers are searching for information about a product or service they need. For example, if someone sees an advertisement on social media promoting a new phone model while scrolling through their feed, they may immediately search for reviews and specifications on their phone.

The Impact Of Mobile On Consumer Behavior And Decision Making In Today’s Market

The rise of mobile devices has completely transformed the way consumers interact with brands and make purchasing decisions. Today, it is almost impossible to imagine a world without smartphones, as they have become an integral part of our daily lives. With the increasing use of mobile devices, consumer behavior and decision making have also undergone a significant shift.

One of the biggest impacts of mobile on consumer behavior is the concept of “micro-moments.” These are brief windows of time when consumers turn to their phones for information or to complete a task. Whether it’s searching for a product, reading reviews, or comparing prices, these micro-moments present opportunities for businesses to engage with potential customers.

In today’s market, consumers are constantly connected to their devices and expect immediate access to information. This means that businesses must be present in these micro-moments if they want to capture the attention and loyalty of consumers. A study by Google found that 91% of smartphone users turn to their phones for ideas while doing a task. This presents a huge opportunity for businesses to influence consumer behavior through targeted advertising and personalized experiences.

Key Elements Of A Successful Micro-Moment Strategy: Be There, Be Useful, Be Quick

In today’s fast-paced digital world, customers are constantly on the go and have shorter attention spans, making it crucial for businesses to capture their attention in a matter of seconds. This is where micro-moments come into play – those small instances when consumers turn to their mobile devices to fulfill an immediate need. These moments present a significant opportunity for businesses to connect with potential customers and influence their decision-making process.

To successfully capitalize on micro-moments, businesses need to have a well-defined strategy in place. Here are the key elements for creating a successful micro-moment strategy: be there, be useful, and be quick.

1. Be There: The first step towards winning at micro-moments is being present at the right time and place. When customers reach out for information or seek solutions on their mobile devices, it is essential that your business shows up in search results or social media feeds. This means having a strong online presence across all relevant channels such as search engines, social media platforms, review sites, and maps.

To ensure you are always “there” during critical moments when consumers are looking for answers or products/services like yours, you need to optimize your content with relevant keywords and phrases that align with customer intent. This will help your business rank higher in search engine results pages (SERPs) and increase visibility among potential customers.

2. Be Useful: Being present is not enough; your brand needs to add value during these micro-moments by providing useful information or solutions that meet customer needs immediately. For instance, if someone searches for “best restaurants near me,” your business should appear in the local pack of top-rated eateries along with reviews and menus.

Additionally, consider incorporating features like click-to-call buttons or chatbots on your website so that customers can quickly get the information they need without having to navigate through multiple webpages or wait on hold over the phone.

3. Be Quick: Micro-moments are all about instant gratification. Customers expect quick and efficient solutions to their needs, and if your business fails to deliver, they will move on to the next best option. Therefore, it is crucial to optimize your website for mobile devices and ensure it has a user-friendly interface that loads quickly.

Moreover, consider leveraging technologies like Google AMP (Accelerated Mobile Pages) or Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) to provide a seamless and fast browsing experience for users on their mobile devices.

Micro-moments present a significant opportunity for businesses to engage with customers in real-time and influence their purchasing decisions. By implementing a micro-moment strategy that focuses on being there, being useful, and being quick, brands can effectively win over customers in this mobile-first world.

Examples Of Brands That Have Successfully Utilized Micro-Moments To Win The Customer Journey

Micro-moments have become a crucial aspect of the customer journey in today’s mobile-first world. In fact, many successful brands have recognized the importance of these moments and have incorporated them into their marketing strategies. Here are some examples of brands that have effectively utilized micro-moments to win over customers.

1. Starbucks

The coffee giant, Starbucks, has been a pioneer in utilizing micro-moments to create a seamless customer experience. With the help of its popular mobile app, Starbucks has enabled customers to place orders, make payments and collect loyalty points all within a few taps on their mobile devices. This not only saves time for customers but also creates a personalized and convenient experience that keeps them coming back for more.

Moreover, Starbucks leverages location-based targeting to send notifications about new products or offers when customers are near one of their stores. This taps into the “I want to go” micro-moment where customers are looking for something specific and provides them with relevant information at the right time.

2. Sephora

Beauty retailer Sephora has also excelled in using micro-moments to enhance their customer journey. The brand’s “Virtual Artist” feature on their app allows users to try on different makeup looks by simply scanning their face with their phone’s camera. This caters to the “I want-to-do” moment where customers are looking for inspiration or solutions related to beauty.

Additionally, Sephora’s use of user-generated content (UGC) from social media influencers encourages customers’ discovery phase by showcasing real-life results and experiences with their products.

These examples show how brands have successfully utilized micro-moments to create a seamless and personalized customer journey. By understanding their audience’s needs and providing relevant information at the right time through various touchpoints such as apps and social media platforms, these brands have been able to win over customers in today’s mobile-first world.

Tools And Techniques For Identifying And Capitalizing On Micro-Moments

In today’s fast-paced, mobile-first world, customers are constantly on-the-go and looking for quick solutions to their needs. This has led to the rise of micro-moments – small interactions that occur when a customer turns to their smartphone for immediate information or assistance.

To effectively win the customer journey in this mobile-first world, businesses need to understand these micro-moments and how to capitalize on them. This is where tools and techniques for identifying and capitalizing on micro-moments come into play.

1. Google Analytics

Google Analytics is a powerful tool that allows businesses to track user behavior on their website. It can provide valuable insights into which pages are most visited by mobile users, what actions they take, and where they drop off in the customer journey. By analyzing this data, businesses can identify key micro-moments and optimize their website accordingly.

2. Mobile Heatmaps

Mobile heatmaps visually represent the areas of a webpage that receive the most clicks or engagement from users. These heatmaps can be used to determine which elements of a page are most important in capturing attention during micro-moments. By knowing where customers are clicking or tapping, businesses can strategically place important information or calls-to-action in those areas.

3. Social Listening Tools

Social media is one of the primary channels through which customers express their needs and wants in real-time. By utilizing social listening tools, businesses can monitor conversations happening around their brand or industry and identify potential micro-moments to engage with customers. This could include responding to queries or providing relevant information at the right time.

4. Mobile Surveys

Conducting short surveys targeted towards mobile users can provide valuable insights into their preferences, pain points, and behaviors during micro-moments. Businesses can then use this information to tailor their offerings and messaging specifically for these moments.

5. Push Notifications

Push notifications have become an effective way for businesses to reach customers in real-time and capitalize on micro-moments. By sending personalized and timely messages, businesses can nudge customers towards taking a desired action or providing them with relevant information.

In addition to these tools, there are also various techniques that businesses can use to identify and capitalize on micro-moments. These include creating mobile-friendly content, optimizing for local search, leveraging user-generated content, and using rich snippets to enhance visibility on search engines.

By utilizing these tools and techniques, businesses can stay ahead of the competition and effectively win the customer journey in a mobile-first world by understanding and capitalizing on micro-moments.

Conclusion

As our world becomes increasingly mobile-driven, businesses must adapt to meet the needs and behaviors of their customers. Micro-moments provide a unique opportunity for brands to connect with consumers on a more personal level and win their loyalty in this fast-paced digital landscape. By understanding and utilizing these moments effectively, businesses can enhance the customer journey and ultimately drive success in today’s mobile-first world. So don’t miss out – start incorporating micro-moments into your marketing strategy now!

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Unleashing the Power of Pinterest Advertising: The Underrated Platform for Exceptional ROI

Introduction: In the vast landscape of social media platforms, there is one advertising channel that often flies under the radar - Pinterest. While platforms like Facebook and Instagram dominate the advertising scene, Pinterest remains an underrated gem for brands seeking exceptional ROI. In this blog, we will explore the power of Pinterest advertising, backed by research that showcases its ability to generate higher return on investment (ROI) and lower cost per conversion compared to other social platforms. Let's delve into this untapped potential and discover why Pinterest should be a part of your advertising strategy.

The Visual Storytelling Advantage: Pinterest is a unique platform that revolves around visual storytelling, making it a haven for creative advertisers. With over 400 million active users, Pinterest offers a vast pool of engaged users actively seeking inspiration and ideas. By tapping into this visually-driven platform, brands have the opportunity to showcase their products, services, and lifestyle in a captivating and immersive manner. The power of visual content on Pinterest cannot be underestimated, as it has the potential to evoke strong emotions and drive users to take action.

High Intent and Active User Base: Unlike other social platforms where users primarily browse for entertainment, Pinterest users come with a purpose - to discover and plan for future projects, purchases, and experiences. This high intent user base makes Pinterest an ideal platform for brands looking to connect with users who are actively seeking inspiration and information related to their niche. By leveraging the platform's robust search functionality and highly curated content, advertisers can reach users at the right moment of their purchase journey, increasing the likelihood of conversion.

Exceptional ROI and Lower Cost per Conversion: Research has shown that ads on Pinterest generate a 2x higher ROI compared to other social platforms. This indicates that brands investing in Pinterest advertising are reaping significant rewards for their marketing efforts. Additionally, the cost per conversion on Pinterest is 2.3x lower compared to other social platforms, making it a cost-effective choice for advertisers. These impressive statistics highlight the untapped potential of Pinterest advertising, where brands can achieve better results with a smaller investment.

Targeted Reach and Niche Audiences: Pinterest offers powerful targeting capabilities, allowing advertisers to reach their desired audience with precision. With options to target based on interests, keywords, demographics, and even specific audience segments, brands can ensure that their ads are seen by the right people. This level of targeting not only helps in maximizing the effectiveness of campaigns but also allows brands to connect with niche audiences that align with their products or services. By reaching the right people at the right time, brands can drive higher engagement, increase conversions, and build brand loyalty.

Longevity of Content: Unlike other social platforms where content may quickly get buried in users' feeds, Pinterest content has a longer lifespan. Pins can continue to generate engagement and drive traffic months or even years after they are initially posted. This long-term visibility provides brands with ongoing exposure, allowing their content to be discovered and shared by users over time. By creating evergreen content and utilizing the platform's features like boards and rich pins, advertisers can ensure that their brand stays relevant and visible to their target audience.

Conclusion: Pinterest advertising is an untapped opportunity for brands seeking exceptional ROI and lower cost per conversion. With its emphasis on visual storytelling, active user base, targeted reach, and long-lasting content, Pinterest offers a unique platform for advertisers to connect with their target audience in a meaningful and engaging way. By incorporating Pinterest into their advertising strategy, brands can unlock a wealth of opportunities to drive conversions, increase brand visibility, and foster lasting customer relationships. Embrace the power of Pinterest advertising and discover the untapped potential that awaits your brand.

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Tapping into the benefits of Digital Signage in Retail Stores

Thirteen milliseconds. That’s the lightning speed at which our brain identifies images, according to research by MIT neuroscientists. So, the first 5-7 seconds spent in front of a product makes the customer decide to buy it. Understandably, strong visuals can affect purchasing decisions. And if you add enhanced customer engagement, it will eventually boost sales revenue. Here’s another fun fact: almost 70-80% of purchasing decisions are made ‘in the store’. Simply put, brands can modernize in-store experience using dynamic ads to set the cash registers ringing!

A phenomenon called digital signage

Static content is fast becoming a thing of the past. This is where the role of digital signage in retail comes into play. It goes beyond informing consumers about a product, and adapts to their behaviour and preferences. Hence, physical stores have introduced smart digital technologies with the best cloud based software to influence purchasing decisions. As users read product reviews, company info, and feeds before buying a product, digital signage is the bridge to online and offline experience and offers the perfect opportunity to occupy an untapped space.

Omnipresent branding

Best digital signage solution in India doesn’t just get the desired footfalls. Targeted and engaging dynamic content expedites customer journeys. While just one screen can display a variety of products, retailers can place branding in many places simultaneously, especially when customers are most likely to be receptive to advertising.

Making shop windows more appealing

A store window has the potential to persuade consumers to step inside. A customer’s first glance is always attracted by what the store has to offer. An eye-catching display will certainly make it work better and faster. For instance, you walk past L'Oréal Paris India’s outlet and realise that their New Casting Crème Gloss Ultra Visible Hair Color will give your dark hair the vibrant shade you’ve always wanted. And where printed signs would have looked ordinary, and consumed more time and effort, dynamic digital signage can easily catch the attention of thousands of passersby as they watch L'Oréal’s ads on one of 1,000 screens that run on Wauly’s proprietary digital signage software.

Convey the Brand Story

Everyone loves fascinating and inspiring success stories. Earlier, retailers had limited and costly means to share their brand’s history. With retail digital signage, however, there’s no space, time or content format constraints.

Revamping social media presence

Social media has the power to influence and entice shoppers. But the challenge lies in creating effective dynamic content, rolling it out and getting people to like and share it. Digital signage makes it easier to repurpose social media content and get the audience’s undivided attention.

Pump up the entertainment quotient

Digital signage doesn't have to be boring. You can have fun with customers, jump on real-time marketing trends, use it for launches and more. When adding content becomes easier, you’ll find a million ways to come up with ideas to entertain your customers. Just like Indian Oil Petrol Pump stations that have placed interactive kiosks showing the customer membership updates based on their frequent visits. What’s more, even the details of membership points, or facilities and offers not only inform them but entertain them as they wait at the station.

Engage and get them involved

The purpose of digital signage is also to provide timely and relevant information to the customers, enhancing their overall experience. It can engage and trigger the curiosity of a consumer. This, in turn, will mean more enquiries and eventually increase in sales. Take the example of a well-established resort franchise line, Tamara. It has effectively made use of digital signage by engaging the visitor at the reception area and in the lobby showing its social media feeds, virtual tour of the resort and nearby attractions, too.

Increasing sales

Guide customers to specific products, upsell items or provide emergency information. This reduces staff costs and gives the customers the option to be in charge of their own experience. Dynamic QR codes also facilitate linking them to online engagement and purchase opportunities, thus providing a multi-faceted experience that customers value.

Internal communication

Digital signage can also improve internal communication with the staff. Axis Bank has a new soft skills training program for its employees. Waulite Digital Signage Company can provide solutions to reach the staff in break rooms and allow them to consume ambient content in a more relaxed manner.

There’s no denying that brands can enhance retail experience using digital signage, which can create an impactful digital presence and achieve enhanced targeted advertising. To make the best of it, fill the enquiry form and reach out to our sales team as the time to enhance your retail experience is now!

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Top 5 pros and cons of AI-generated content

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Top 5 pros and cons of AI-generated content

In today’s digital age, the creation of AI-generated content has become increasingly accessible and efficient. This isn’t just about automating tasks but also about opening up new avenues for creativity and content generation across various industries, including marketing, education, and entertainment.

Creating AI-generated content is pretty straightforward: you need your desired text format, your topic, and your related keywords. Your tool of choice, like ChatGPT, will then sift through the internet to compile all relevant content in your selected format.  

In this article, we’ll go over the top 5 pros and cons of AI-generated content, including:

The 5 pros

Automation and efficiency

AI-generated content dramatically enhances automation and efficiency in content creation, enabling rapid production of text, images, and other media types. 

This automation allows for the generation of large volumes of content in a fraction of the time it would take humans, making it ideal for applications requiring quick updates or the production of content at scale, such as news reporting, social media content, and more. 

This efficiency not only speeds up content creation processes but also helps in meeting the constant demand for fresh content across various platforms.

Natural language understanding

AI’s ability to understand and interpret human language has transformed content creation. With advancements in natural language processing (NLP), AI can analyze text for sentiment, extract meaning, summarize large documents, and even generate human-like responses to queries. 

This capability makes AI invaluable for creating content that is contextually relevant and tailored to the intended audience, enhancing engagement and effectiveness.

Language translation and multilingual communication

AI has revolutionized language translation and multilingual communication, breaking down language barriers and enabling content creators to reach a global audience. 

AI-driven translation services can quickly and accurately translate content into multiple languages, ensuring that the message is consistent across different cultures and linguistic groups. This opens up new opportunities for businesses and content creators to expand their reach and connect with users worldwide.

Creativity and innovation

AI-generated content is not just about efficiency; it also opens up new avenues for creativity and innovation. 

AI algorithms can generate unique art, write creative stories, compose music, and even develop new concepts by combining elements in ways that humans might not consider. This capability can be used to inspire human creators, augment their creativity, and push the boundaries of traditional content creation.

Personalization

One of the most significant advantages of AI-generated content is its ability to personalize content at scale. 

AI can analyze data from user interactions to understand preferences and behaviors, enabling the creation of highly personalized content for individual users. 

This personalization enhances user engagement and satisfaction, as content is tailored to meet the specific interests and needs of each user, from personalized news feeds to tailored marketing messages.

The 5 cons

Resource intensiveness

While AI-generated content offers numerous benefits, it is also resource-intensive. Developing, training, and maintaining AI models require significant computational power, specialized hardware, and substantial energy consumption. 

These requirements can make AI content generation costly and less accessible to smaller organizations or individuals, potentially widening the digital divide.

Ethical and biased outputs

AI-generated content can perpetuate biases present in the data it was trained on, leading to ethical concerns and potentially biased outputs. 

These biases can manifest in various forms, such as racial, gender, or ideological biases, affecting the fairness and neutrality of the content produced. Addressing these issues requires continuous effort to ensure diverse training data and the development of algorithms that can identify and mitigate biases.

Security and privacy concerns

The use of AI in content generation raises security and privacy concerns, particularly regarding the data used to train AI models. 

There’s a risk of sensitive information being inadvertently included in training datasets, leading to privacy breaches. Additionally, the generated content itself can be used for malicious purposes, such as creating deepfake videos or spreading disinformation, posing significant challenges to content integrity and trust.

Over-reliance and human dependency

An over-reliance on AI for content generation can lead to a dependency that might stifle human creativity and critical thinking. 

As organizations and individuals become more dependent on AI tools, there’s a risk of diminishing the value of human insight and the unique perspectives that humans bring to content creation. 

Balancing the use of AI with the irreplaceable elements of human creativity is essential to avoid over-dependence.

Lack of accountability

AI-generated content often lacks clear accountability, especially when it comes to errors or the propagation of harmful content. 

Determining responsibility for AI’s actions can be challenging, as it involves developers, users, and the AI itself. 

This lack of accountability complicates efforts to regulate AI content generation and address any negative outcomes, making it crucial to establish clear guidelines and ethical standards for AI use in content creation.

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Top 5 Social Advertising Platforms For E-commerce Sellers

In today's digital landscape, e-commerce has become a thriving ecosystem, offering immense opportunities for sellers to showcase their products to a global audience. However, with the ever-increasing competition, merely having a great product isn't enough; reaching the right audience is paramount. This is where social advertising platforms play a crucial role. Among the plethora of options available, choosing the right platform can significantly impact the success of an e-commerce venture. Here, we delve into the top five social advertising platforms that every e-commerce seller should consider harnessing for optimal results.

Facebook

With over 2.8 billion monthly active users, Facebook remains the undisputed titan of social media platforms. Its robust advertising tools allow e-commerce sellers to target specific demographics based on interests, behaviors, and demographics. Facebook's Pixl integration enables sellers to track conversions effectively, optimize ad performance, and retarget potential customers, thereby maximizing ROI. Moreover, Facebook's dynamic product ads feature facilitates the automatic promotion of relevant products to users who have shown interest, further enhancing conversion rates.

Instagram

As a subsidiary of Facebook, Instagram seamlessly integrates with its parent platform's advertising infrastructure, offering e-commerce sellers access to a visually-driven audience of over one billion users. With a focus on aesthetics and storytelling, Instagram enables sellers to showcase their products in a highly engaging manner, fostering brand awareness and customer loyalty. The platform's shoppable posts feature allows users to browse and purchase products directly from their feed, streamlining the path to purchase and driving sales.

 Pinterest

Often overlooked but immensely powerful, Pinterest boasts a user base of over 450 million monthly active users, primarily composed of users seeking inspiration and ideas for their next purchase. E-commerce sellers can leverage Pinterest's visual discovery engine to reach users actively searching for products similar to theirs. By creating visually compelling pins and leveraging Pinterest's shopping ads, sellers can tap into a high-intent audience, driving traffic and conversions to their e-commerce stores.

 TikTok

With its explosive growth and unparalleled reach among Gen Z and Millennials, TikTok has emerged as a formidable force in the realm of social media advertising. E-commerce sellers can harness TikTok's engaging short-form video content to showcase their products in creative and entertaining ways, resonating with the platform's youthful user base. TikTok's highly targeted advertising options, such as In-Feed Ads and TopView, enable sellers to reach their desired audience segments effectively, driving brand awareness and fostering virality.

 Snapchat

Catering to a younger demographic, Snapchat offers e-commerce sellers a unique opportunity to engage with the coveted Gen Z audience through its immersive augmented reality (AR) experiences and interactive ad formats. With features like Snap Ads, Collection Ads, and Dynamic Ads, sellers can deliver personalized and interactive content tailored to individual user preferences, driving engagement and conversions. Additionally, Snapchat's robust analytics tools provide valuable insights into ad performance, allowing sellers to refine their strategies for optimal results.

In conclusion, the world of e-commerce advertising is vast and dynamic, with social media platforms serving as invaluable channels for reaching and engaging with potential customers. By strategically leveraging the top five social advertising platforms—Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, and Snapchat—e-commerce sellers can amplify their reach, drive sales, and ultimately, propel their businesses to new heights of success in the digital age. So, whether you're a burgeoning startup or an established brand, embracing the power of social advertising is essential for staying ahead in today's competitive e-commerce landscape