#Embracing imperfection

[stars-obsessed]

Finding a new brush you like is better than sex, drinking, and weed (or whatever else gives you immense pleasure here) combined. Have a Donnie, his expressions are ✨the best✨

[therealistrreal]

Navigating the Storm

Life Chronicles: Navigating the storm A New Chapter in the Chaos Welcome back to Life Chronicles. Today, we dive headfirst into the gritty reality of life—the highs, the lows, and everything in between about daily challenges, managing stress, personal growth. This isn’t a fairytale, it’s real life, and it’s messy. We’re here to embrace it all on this real life blog Morning: The Weight of a New…

[turiyatitta]

The Myth of Perfection

A Reflection on Human Nature and Spirituality Perfection is a concept that many aspire to, yet one that remains fundamentally unattainable. The allure of becoming flawless is often reinforced by societal expectations, self-help narratives, and spiritual teachings that promise transcendence over our shortcomings. We yearn for mastery, imagining a state where all undesirable traits have been…

[wisterianwoman]

From Shame and Abuse To Belonging and Authenticity

Trauma and abuse can instill shame within us, leading to a distorted self-image and a belief that we are inherently flawed or unworthy. To heal, we must challenge the false narratives we've internalized and rediscover our innate worth and resilience.

Walk from shame, trauma, and narcissistic abuse to belonging and authenticity in this informative exploration. Glean insights into trauma, narcissistic abuse, and the quest for belonging, and find empowerment through self-reflection, self-care, and reclaiming your identity. living in silence Time to get sensitive. I really, really struggle with feeling like I belong. When I open my mouth to say…

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Embracing Imperfection: A Journey to Overcoming Atelophobia

Atelophobia, the fear of imperfection, is a concept deeply entrenched in the societal fabric of today’s world. The relentless pursuit of perfection is often romanticized and revered, creating an environment where the fear of not measuring up to unrealistic standards becomes a distressing reality for many. The societal pressure for flawlessness permeates various aspects of life, from physical…

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Overcoming Procrastination: My Journey to Making My First YouTube Video

What have you been putting off doing? Why? Written by Delvin Procrastination is a familiar foe that often stands between us and our goals. It can manifest as fear, self-doubt, or simply an overwhelming sense of uncertainty. In my case, I have been procrastinating on making my first YouTube video. However, I have found solace in blogging as a stepping stone towards facing my fears and eventually…

[omegaphilosophia]

Exploring the Paradox: The Convergence of Heaven and Nihilism

In a seemingly paradoxical twist, the concepts of heaven and nihilism intersect at the edges of human understanding, offering contrasting perspectives on the nature of meaning and perfection. While heaven is often associated with ultimate fulfillment and perfection, nihilism challenges the inherent meaning of existence. In this thought-provoking blog post, we will delve into the intriguing convergence of heaven and nihilism, exploring how these seemingly opposing viewpoints shed light on our quest for meaning.

Heaven as the Culmination of Meaning: Heaven, often portrayed as a realm of perfection and ultimate fulfillment, represents the pinnacle of human aspirations for a meaningful existence. It embodies the ideal state of being, where all desires are met, and harmony prevails. From this perspective, heaven is viewed as the endpoint of the search for meaning, encompassing abundance and fulfillment in every aspect of existence.

Nihilism: The Perfection of Nothingness: In contrast, nihilism challenges the very notion of inherent meaning and purpose. It posits that life is devoid of objective significance, highlighting the absence of inherent value and purpose in the universe. From a nihilistic perspective, perfection lies not in abundance, but rather in the recognition of nothingness as the ultimate truth. Nihilism embraces the idea that in the absence of imposed meaning, one is free to define their own sense of perfection.

The Paradox of Perfect Nothingness: The convergence of heaven and nihilism reveals a paradoxical perspective on the nature of perfection. While heaven embodies perfection through abundance and fulfillment, nihilism perceives perfection as the acceptance and embrace of nothingness. This paradox challenges our conventional understanding of perfection, inviting us to contemplate alternative interpretations of meaning and fulfillment.

Meaning in Imperfection: A deeper exploration of the convergence of heaven and nihilism prompts us to question whether perfection is inherently tied to meaning. Nihilism invites us to find beauty and significance even within the imperfections and limitations of existence. It challenges us to seek meaning not in an idealized state of perfection but in the acceptance and embrace of our flawed and finite nature.

Embracing the Journey: Rather than perceiving heaven and nihilism as irreconcilable opposites, we can view them as complementary aspects of the human experience. Heaven represents the longing for transcendence and the pursuit of ultimate meaning, while nihilism reminds us of the importance of questioning and critically examining established meanings. Both perspectives contribute to our ongoing journey of personal and collective discovery.

The convergence of heaven and nihilism challenges our preconceived notions of meaning and perfection. While heaven embodies the quest for abundance and fulfillment, nihilism questions the inherent meaning in existence. By exploring their convergence, we open ourselves to a richer understanding of the complexities of the human experience and the diverse interpretations of meaning. In this exploration, we find room to contemplate the significance of imperfection, the power of individual interpretation, and the ongoing search for personal fulfillment in the face of existential uncertainty.

In embracing the paradoxical nature of heaven and nihilism, we embark on a profound philosophical journey, questioning traditional assumptions and exploring the intricacies of human existence. As we navigate this intellectual exploration, we gain insights into the diverse perspectives on meaning, purpose, and perfection, ultimately enhancing our understanding of the intricate tapestry of the human experience.

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Letting Go of Perfectionism

Embracing Imperfection In a world that bombards us with images of perfection, it’s easy to feel inadequate when we fall short of those standards. However, the truth is that nobody is perfect. We all have flaws and imperfections that make us unique. Embracing these imperfections can lead to a sense of inner peace and liberation. I would to explore how meditative practice can help you accept your…

[jadecantcreate]

in the whitchlite carinval. straight up “caking it.” and by “it”, haha, well. lets justr say. My chad

(some gideon exploration & little doodles)

[jackalmeat]

call me darling, call me sweetheart, call me dear

[ub-sessed]

Three years (and a few weeks):

My first tattoo!

[ubejamjar]

day 20 - dance

summer in coerthas is still a cold no amount of grenade lanterns nor fireworks can fix, but i find i don't mind the chill as long as i'm with you.

auraugust promptos

bonus shots of them enjoying the faire together:

[buttercup-art]

i really need to draw Noa with her coat more often

[coldshrugs]

@fooltofancy THANK YOU VIN!!!

ngl, i've kind of wanted to make a tutorial for this for a minute and maybe i will when the posing tools are back but !! it's not really any big secret or trick.

i start with the clavicle bones so i get the set of the shoulders right

the elbows/forearms get bent on the blue axis ONLY. real elbows do not bend in any other way and when i see gposes with elbows moved along the red or green axes, it stands out so starkly to me.

once the elbows are adjusted, then i move to the shoulder/upper arm, and that gets the most adjustment. fine tune clavicle and elbow as needed here to get the position you need.

i move hands as close to the thing they're meant to be touching as possible, adjusting on all three axes. i want the feel of weight and interaction. a little bit of clipping is fine, sometimes even welcomed!

finger placement comes only after the palm is positioned. i am meticulous about this part T^T this is where the feeling comes in. hands carry a lot of emotion and if they're not supporting the body, they are touching something or expressing a feeling. at this point i have a lot of shorthands (pun intended) that i turn to, like specific finger spacing, thumbs flat or gripping, how much to raise knuckles for a loose, relaxed look. etc etc

(also thumbs don't rotate that much irl. blue and green rotations serve you best here, very little red unless it's absolutely necessary)

after all this, it's time to TWIST. the shoulders, elbows, and wrists all have a secondary bone for twisting. tbh, if you're not bastardizing the elbow with non-blue rotations, it doesn't really need adjustment unless gear looks weird. shoulders and wrists get twists in the same directions they've been moved, until things look right. it makes a huge difference!

imo gposing in an anatomically-friendly way seems similar to an artist doing anatomy studies: you do it wrong a lot and then you get much better at doing it in a visually pleasing way. knowing how things should move and what you can cut out helps you move through posing more quickly and confidently 💗

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[thefloatingstone]

Genuinely really enjoy the FNAF Secuirity Breach fans. They're like "this game is so fucking broken I love it" and honestly I respect that a lot.