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Yamagata, Japan // 癒しの自然風景 ♡

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“There are two ways to be happy: change the situation, or change your mindset towards it”

— Unknown

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Book Review: The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck by Mark Manson

"The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" by Mark Manson is a thought-provoking and candid self-help guide that challenges conventional wisdom about happiness and success. With its raw, honest, and often humorous approach, the book offers a refreshing perspective on personal growth and well-being.

Manson's central premise is the idea that we need to be more selective about what we care about or, in his words, what we choose to give a "f*ck" about. He argues that the key to a fulfilled life is not about chasing endless positivity, but rather about learning to be comfortable with the inevitable hardships and struggles that life presents.

The book is divided into several sections, each exploring different aspects of this philosophy. Manson presents his ideas with a blend of personal anecdotes, psychological research, and philosophical reflections. His writing style is engaging and direct, making complex concepts easily accessible.

One of the standout qualities of "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" is Manson's ability to challenge societal norms and expectations. He pushes readers to question their values, confront their fears, and embrace their flaws. He encourages us to find meaning and purpose in our struggles, rather than avoiding or denying them.

Throughout the book, Manson emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and self-awareness. He encourages readers to take ownership of their actions and their responses to life's challenges. This focus on personal agency and resilience is a refreshing departure from the often sugar-coated advice found in many self-help books.

Despite its provocative title, "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" is not about indifference or apathy. Instead, it's about choosing what matters most to us, letting go of things that don't serve us, and embracing the inevitable challenges of life with courage and authenticity.

In conclusion, "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" by Mark Manson is a powerful and insightful book that challenges readers to rethink their approach to happiness and success. Its candid and straightforward approach, combined with its thought-provoking insights, make it a valuable read for anyone seeking to lead a more fulfilled and authentic life.

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— Mark Manson

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A reverend once told me, “When things are too dangerous to say… sing.”

ELVIS 2022 | dir. Baz Luhrmann

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New FF7 Stickers!! Circle Stickers of the FF7 Soldiers with colorful cat headphones! Made a bun up version of Sephiroth for fun! May do the other turks if people are interested in them

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So uh... I haven't started grinding out the Yokai Event yet. Mainly because I've already done it on my Main and Main-alt and I'm trying to finish up other things, but I do intend to do it for Yuki (my catboi, aka Mari's brother).

There's also some complaints on various social media platforms that BLUs are roflstomping (for lack of a better term 😋) all of the FATEs with their 2-skills and to let them do their thing for a period of time until things return to "normal". (I don't play BLU so... 🤷🏻‍♀️)

I just wanted to throw this out there (Kaiyoko's Guide from Twitter):

A friend of mine and I were trying to recall all the details of this event from when it was last ingame. There was some confusion around a specific detail and it's happening again now. It was all across Reddit last time, but this time I'm seeing it across Twitter, lol.

When you FATE grind in each respective zone/map, you need to have that Minion summoned/out in order to receive medals.

It's hard for me to remember because it was so long ago, but I believe what I did was- I just bought all of the minions in one go. Like, a wee bit of extra FATE grinding really wasn't going to kill me 🙃. (That's 49 medals, because the first minion is 1, and after that they cost 3. Unless they added more minions?)

The alternative is, you can get the first minion and then continuously return to the gold saucer and buy the necessary minion before you go to each zone. Just don't forget, lol 😅

For most zones, you can plan ahead. Like... Outer La Noscea: Blizzaria, USApyon, Noko (can all get Tokens from that map). That's 3 minions you can do on 1 map. So if you bought all 3, you wouldn't have to change maps, you can just FATE grind there and swap out your minions when you get the amount of medals you need. If that make sense? (I know my phrasing is awful sometimes)

(10 Tokens per weapon, except for the first weapon which is 5)

Another example would be, Central Thanalan: Komajiro, Shogunyan, and Jibanyan.

Take a look at Kaiyoko's Guide, it's absolutely perfect!

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“as you get older, you realize that you’re not always right and there’s so many things you could’ve handled better, so many situations where you could’ve been kinder and all you can really do is forgive yourself and let your mistakes make you a better person.”

— Unknown

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Hello! I absolutely love your writing. First time sending in a request. Toshiro x fem! reader please 😊

I was wondering if you could write something, with someone who is also a Sagittarius like he is? Or a fire sign in general? Who shares similar traits like he has. And yet, she's completely fallen for him because he sees the world from a different perspective from her.

Both seem to love the sky, have strong morals, are respectful, are stubborn and unbending when it comes to protecting those they care for, trains a lot to protect those who cannot protect themself, can be soft and/or playful with those they care for, anxious when they feel their loved ones are in danger, and reserved about keeping their heart (love) to themselves.

But in this case, for fem! reader, an incident happens one day, that causes her to lose control of her emotions and they just spill out like word vomit. She finds herself mortified. She doesn't want to lose him because she lost herself in the moment or out of selfishness.

Sorry if that's too detailed 😖 the rules say to add details. You're the pro, feel free to pluck out whatever makes sense and leave out whatever doesn't 💝

Fluffy or romantic ending please 🙏🏻. If you think it could potentially go into smut territory, I'll take that too!

Hiiiii! I love all the details omgggg <3 Also, I am so so so soooo sorry for finishing sooo late, it's been in my drafts for months <3

You had manage to keep your feelings hidden inside of you, they were true, but reserved. You couldn't possibly ever admit your love for Toshiro Hitsugaya, it's something you are going to keep to yourself until your grave.

You were never reckless on the battlefield, but you were always plenty anxious. Anxious to lose your friends and anxious of them getting hurt, especially Captain Hitsugaya.

Captain Hitsugaya, you, and his squad are out in the World of the Living on a mission when the arrancars decide to attack.

Smoke fills the air as the sky starts to darken to a light grey. You tighten your grasp around your sword handle, panting heavily as your chest rumbles.

"Are they ever going to give up?" Rangiku sighs out, clearly annoyed and exhausted. Toshiro shoots her a sharp glare and clears his throat.

"Stay focused, Rangiku. Take the other squad members to deal with Findorr and Harribel. Y/n and I will take care of Grimmjow," Toshiro states with a demanding voice.

Rangiku nods her head and disappears off the to other side town to deal with the other arrancars, squad members backing her up.

You glance over at Toshiro then over at Grimmjow, a strand of his eletric blue hair hanging down over his face.

"Let's have some fun," Grimmjow chuckles out, eyes full of darkness as he leaps forward, swinging his sword. Toshiro and you easily dodge Grimmjow's attack.

The two of you spin around, expecting to face Grimmjow, but he's nowhere in sight.

Then, your eyes widen and you turn your head around.

It's too late.

Grimmjow's already swinging his sword straight at Toshiro, there's not enough time for him to block the attack.

Your body moves before you can even think; it's not like you had to think about it though. You would lay your life on the line for Toshiro at anytime.

A startled gasp leaves your lips as the sword drives through your lower stomach instead of Toshiro.

"No," Toshiro mumbles underneath his breath, heart ramming against his chest as time moves ever so slowly. Toshiro had no idea that time was like water, moving so slowly.

He watches as the blood spreads throughout your uniform and Grimmjow rips his sword out of your body.

Your weak body now collaspes on the ground, unable to hold itself up. Toshiro glances over at where Grimmjow once was, but he's gone, disappeared back to Hueco Mundo with the rest of the arrancars.

Toshiro kneels down beside you as you pant heavily, sweat beads on your forehead as you stare up at the sky that's now clearing of the grey color, going back to its original blue color.

"Y/n, why would you do that?" Toshiro raises his voice, eyebrows furrowing. Concern fills his icy blue eyes as he pants heavily and your face scrunches up in agony.

Your eyes immediately fill up with burning tears as you gaze over at him, trying to hold yourself together. Your stomach is twisting into uneasy knots, your mind flooding with thoughts.

If you were going die...you can't die without confessing your feelings for Toshiro.

"Because...I'm in love with you," your voice breaks as the tears stream down your cheeks. His eyes widen and the cold wind slaps against his skin.

"What?" Toshiro breathes out, eyes glued onto your mortified face.

"I couldn't lose you," you groan out, pain rippling through your torso and spreading like a wildfire. You squirm on the ground and Toshiro's eyes rake over your face.

He can't lose you. Not like this.

Toshiro stares at you for a moment, gazing into your beautiful, teary eyes. He slowly reaches out his hand in the moment of silence and your stomach twists.

You suddenly ease as Toshiro places his hand on your cheek, thumb caressing your skin. Your skin is so soft against his thumb and he relishes in the moment.

You're in so much pain and he wants nothing to do other than to take it all away.

"I can't lose you either, y/n," Toshiro speaks up, swiftly stepping into action. His arms wrap up your body and lift you up into his tiny, but yet very strong arms.

But that was all that Toshiro had to say to convey his feelings. He couldn't lose you either...

Your eyes are wide in shock as you stare at Toshiro, so desperate to save you. Your face is hot though from his words and you gulp, slowly starting to remember how much pain you're in...after all there is a hole in your torso right now.

"Thank you," you mumble out, resting your head against his chest as he carries you off to safety in his arms.

You eventually passed out from the pain on the way back to the Soul Society. Toshiro took his opportunity to kiss your forehead with a warm and soft kiss...

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Sparring

Reader with some kind of position that sees action. Turk? Soldier? Catches a bored Rufus' eye.

Now that's a man I'd like to toy with, you thought when you saw your boss smile. You covered your mouth in embarrassment, as if the words had written themselves across your face. Don't hold your breath, you told yourself, and returned to focusing on your job.

Roughly a week a half later, President Rufus cast you an appraising side glance. "I'm bored. I heard you're good. Let's see. Meet me in the training simulator in an hour."

Luck dropped an opportunity on you. Slightly overwhelmed but determined to make this a worthwhile match, your muscles tensed in your chosen stance. There was no need to be so serious (the bullets wouldn't be real) but you couldn't shake that it would be wise to impress him. If you prooved a worthy opponent, maybe you would get this opportunity again. As you stared at each other, you felt an invisible Tseng prickle your back, judging this endeavour.

"Stop playing around and letting the president slack off," he might say.

Okay, but are you allowed to say no to said president?

Rufus caught you off guard initially with his unusual and calculating style. After thirty seconds of being evasive, you started to see a pattern in his movements. This time, it wasn't enough. He had you on the ground after a minute with a muzzle pointed down at you.

"Not bad," he pronounced, pulling the gun back, "for a first try."

Before you could jump up and demand a second round, he turned and confidently strode out of the simulator.

Just as his words implied, he let you have many more "tries" after that embarrassing defeat. He had a few more tricks up his sleeve but that was surpsingly it. It was how practiced he was and the way he made blasting around look so easy that was the intimidating part. After the initial caution of fighting the actual president wore off, you settled into analyzing and reacting accordingly. Slowly, you became more aggressive than defensive. It was, however, difficult not to rush at him head-on and forcibly remove that smirk of his with your own hands. Just seeing him on the ground once, just once. You would stand over him, stealing that removed smirk and wearing it yourself.

This 'playing' with the president went on for a while. Tseng even took notice and warned you not to hurt your mutual boss too badly. Actually, he wasn't the only one who noticed. The especially exciting recordings of your sparring sessions had begun to circulate Shinra Tower. The rank and file and executives were gossiping alike. Thankfully, you weren't aware. The pressure of an audience would have thrown you off your trajectory to knocking the arrogant man on his ass.

Before too long, you had an idea. Your own trick. You let the next session play out as usual. Then, when he grabbed your shoulder to counter your attack, you turned it around. You ignored the presumptuous and pleased shiver and threw him, hard. He landed with a grunt but was already about to retaliate. Thankfully, you had been practicing with Rude on the side. You pinned the arm holding the shotgun. Just to make doubly sure, you flipped him onto his stomach and pinned both arms behind his back. Firmly, but gently--Tseng could thank you later--you kneeled with your full weight.

A few long seconds passed. "I yield," he said flatly.

You let him go. He got up and dusted himself off.

"Now, that's what I'm looking for." His usual smirk returned. Your confusion prompted him to explain (but not really explain), "You're getting a promotion."

What, you mouthed to yourself.

He left. The next day you got an offer for the position of the president's personal bodyguard.

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“When people talk, listen completely. Most people never listen.”

— Ernest Hemingway

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“If you cant get someone off your mind they are probably supposed to be there.”

— Unknown

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drew fanart of 1600 yr old octopus from a mosaic bc it was good

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Hi, I just stumbled over your blog, it's all so beautiful 💙

Would you consider drawing a tiger dragon?

Much love 💙🐉✨

#83 - 虎皇 (hǔ huáng / tiger emporer) - You may find her living amongst tigers, a magical and benevolent ruler 🐅🧡🖤