#Reclaiming Identity

[wickedzeevyln]

Figment

One would mistake Eli as a crab the way he walked down the corridor of their house. As a kid, he used to dash back and forth with great strides, now, he could pace the length of the room in a few steps. A picture of his eight-year old self still hang on the wall, he was sitting by a pool, though he was missing teeth, his smiles stretched across his face and his eyes were the size of a tea plate,…

[seemabhatnagar]

“Reclaiming My Power: Rising from the Ashes of Toxicity to Rediscover Self-Worth”

It is said that people are too concerned with their ‘I’. This is true. But in the absence of I, a person may be alive but emotionally and spiritually numb- a “living dead” state.

The idea that people are overly concerned with their “I” reflects the focus on self-identity and ego. While the ego can drive ambition and individuality, it can also lead to selfishness and disconnection from others.

On the flip side, if the “I” in a person is completely suppressed, it can lead to a loss of self-worth and identity. Without a sense of self, one’s purpose, dreams, and personal joy might fade, leading to a life that feels hollow.

Finding balance is key. Nurturing the self without letting ego dominate allows for a harmonious existence where one can thrive personally while staying connected and empathetic to the world around them. It’s about embracing individuality while fostering community and compassion.

When a person focuses solely on their interests and disregards the needs and feelings of others, it can lead to destructive behavior and egoism. This self-centered mindset can harm relationships, create conflicts, and foster an environment of isolation and mistrust.

Empathy acts as a counterbalance to ego. It allows individuals to connect with others, understand their perspectives, and build meaningful relationships. Without empathy, a person can become detached from the humanity around them, leading to a life driven by selfish desires and devoid of genuine connections.

Maintaining a healthy “I” involves recognizing one’s worth and ambitions while also valuing and respecting the people around us. It’s about finding a balance where self-interest doesn’t overshadow our duty to be kind and considerate members of our communities. This balance fosters personal growth and collective harmony, enriching both the individual and their surroundings.

Conversely, suppressing the self entirely can also be harmful, leading to a loss of identity and purpose. The key is to nurture our own goals and dreams while maintaining empathy and connection with those around us. By doing so, we create a harmonious existence where we can thrive individually and collectively. It’s about finding a balance that allows for personal growth while fostering compassion and community.

It’s not the existence of the “I” or ego itself that’s inherently problematic; it’s how we manage and express it. A healthy sense of self is important for confidence, self-worth, and pursuing personal goals. However, when the “I” becomes overly dominant, leading to a lack of empathy and consideration for others, it can turn destructive.

It’s the attitude and behavior that truly matter. Balancing self-interest with empathy and compassion allows for a harmonious life where personal growth and meaningful connections coexist. So, it’s all about how one chooses to channel their sense of self in relation to others.

In a toxic relationship where your partner has overpowered you to the point of losing your self-worth, it feels like you’re living dead. But recognizing that your partner has no right to diminish your value and mustering the courage to reclaim your confidence and self-worth is where the “I” becomes powerful and positive.

In this context, “I” signifies reclaiming your identity, strength, and self-respect. It’s about standing up for yourself and refusing to be defined by someone else’s negative behavior. By taking steps to regain your confidence, you’re harnessing the positive power of “I” to transform your life for the better.

Empowerment starts with believing in your own worth and taking action to protect it. Your “I” is essential for your mental and emotional well-being, helping you to live a life true to yourself, free from the shadows of a toxic relationship.

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[nonbinarymlm]

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[thee-radio-host-is-a-kookaburra]

had the misfortune of randomly remembering that time in like 2020 when all the twitter babies were making 400 new pan flags bc they found out the creator is an inclusionist

[allisonjamaica]

in case anyone was wondering i’m unwell

[dwllie]

🏳️‍🌈 𓂃 FAG(GOT)FREAK 〰️

— FAG(GOT)FREAK : a gender under the genderfreak gender system related to being a fag(got) and a freak; a fag(got)freak. this gender is only to be used by those in the lgbtq+ community that reclaim the slur fag(got).

coined by us ♡ requested by no one ♡ genderfreak by @losergendered ♡ tagging @accessmogai for a flag id

[PT: fag(got)freak~ fag(got)freak: a gender under the genderfreak gender system related to being a fag(got) and a freak; a fag(got)freak. this gender is only to be used by those in the lgbtq+ community that reclaim the slur fag(got). coined by us. requested by no one. genderfreak by losergendered. tagging accessmogai for a flag id. /END PT]

[nemaliwrites]

feligami this, felinette that - who is thinking about FELIBUG WITH ME

Félix and Sentibug… taking back their humanity together…making sure no one else is used and discarded like they were….their birth may not have been their own but their lives can be

[die-tenebris]

don't wanna derail the post I saw this discussion on- it was all in the notes anyway, so it certainly isn't op's problem. I'm gonna say this with so much love:

Calling somebody a 'theyfab' is not punching up. If someone's being transmisogynistic, say that, or call them a bigot. Naming the tangible harm done to you will always be the most effective thing to do.

The cis people who created that term made it with the explicit intent to mock and insult people's identities. No matter what you mean when you say it, this is its origin and to most people, its only meaning. It describes nothing about the discrimination you face.

People afab are marginalized, especially if they're queer. You cannot "punch up" on a fellow oppressed group. I understand the specific vitriol that they inflict on you hurts.

You don't need a word to call somebody, you need and deserve adequate justice for the tangible harm done to you; and my heart aches that nobody queer- especially trans women- ever seems to receive that.

I'm aware I can't make anybody do anything, so I'm not gonna try to tell you not to use that word. I just want to say it can't ever address, undo, or heal any harm done to you. It can only redirect it.

[calloutgender]

Pooner (reclaimed) pride flag

A term often used to describe trans men who are subjectively viewed as not passing or are thought to not put effort into passing

[shitpostingkats]

Thinking about how the seasalt theme is called 'At Dusk, I Will Think Of You' and their team-up attack in remind is called 'Thinking Of You' and I just

[codgod]

i will honestly never understand the urge to reclaim the r slur like . it’s got the fucking ooze on it why would you want to even touch that

[mynqzo]

Why do you like vampires specifically, what do you like of them?

the sucking and fucking

[bloodfiresandabram]

do u think neil develops an emotional attachment to pictures. he was never allowed to be permanent before and the only photos of him before palmetto are from forced posed portraits to appear proper and “normal” while in baltimore and then temporary passports and ID’s that hid who he was and were tossed the moment his identity changed, and then he’s a fox and he’s permanent and legal and real and he can have pictures of himself pinned up on the fox wall he can take photos with his foxes and have selfies and polaroids and evidence that not only does he exist but he also gets to stay.

[vasito-de-leche]

Arcana is so trans to me but not the mtf trans but like eldritch horror being realized that she likes to be perceived as a mortal woman

nonnie we are holding hands, we share the same vision, the same dream, the same eldritch transgenderism <3

there was a tweet recently (I think it was a tweet?) about a very specific type of character design--non sexualized, nude humanoids presented as otherwordly and entirely alien, off kilter, merging monstruous characteristics and that's exactly what I love and think about when it comes to the thing Arcana summons, the Guiding One's Creation

Arcana is so transgender to me in a very specific way of using the feminine figure as a way of both luring and keeping everyone at bay <33333

[mr-weirdo-mcgee]

I wanna look like this when I say I'm a lesbian and make people utterly confused.

[dwllie]

⚧️ 𓂃 TRANNYFREAK 〰️

— TRANNYFREAK : a gender under the genderfreak gender system related to being a tranny and a freak; a trannyfreak. this gender is only to be used by those that identify as transgender and reclaim the slur tranny.

coined by us ♡ requested by no one ♡ genderfreak by @losergendered ♡ flag colors picked from this tranny flag ♡ tagging @accessmogai for a flag id

[PT: trannyfreak~ trannyfreak: a gender under the genderfreak gender system related to being a tranny and a freak; a trannyfreak. this gender is only to be used by those that identify as transgender and reclaim the slur tranny. coined by us. requested by no one. genderfreak by losergendered. flag colors picked from this tranny flag. tagging accessmogai for a flag id. /END PT]