#Supported Independent Living Sydney
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aryaleals · 1 month ago
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Reliable SIL Provider in Sydney for Personalised Support
Looking for a trusted SIL Provider Sydney? We offer tailored Supported Independent Living (SIL) services designed to empower individuals with disabilities to live independently. Our focus is on fostering personal growth, community participation, and building essential life skills. With 24/7 support from dedicated staff, we ensure a safe, comfortable, and engaging environment that aligns with each resident’s unique goals. Whether you need short-term or long-term solutions, our personalised care plans make independent living achievable and rewarding. Choose a reliable partner committed to helping you thrive in the vibrant Sydney community.
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phomecare · 10 months ago
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SIL providers sydney
Supported Independent Living (SIL) is a type of disability support service provided to individuals with disabilities who require assistance with daily living tasks. SIL aims to promote independence by offering support tailored to the individual's needs, while also ensuring a safe and comfortable living environment.
Key Features and Objectives:
Personalized Support: SIL is designed to offer personalized support that aligns with the specific needs and preferences of each individual. This may include assistance with tasks such as cooking, cleaning, personal care, and budgeting.
Promoting Independence: The primary goal of SIL is to empower individuals with disabilities to lead more independent lives. The level of support provided is determined by the individual's capabilities and goals.
Accessible Accommodation: SIL is often provided in shared living arrangements or group homes that are adapted to meet the accessibility needs of individuals with disabilities.
Quality of Life: SIL focuses on enhancing the overall quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary assistance to enable them to participate in their communities and pursue their interests.
How Supported Independent Living Works:
Assessment: Individuals undergo assessments to determine their support needs and goals. This assessment helps in creating a personalized support plan.
Support Plan: Based on the assessment, a support plan is developed. The plan outlines the type and level of support required, as well as any specific goals the individual aims to achieve.
Accommodation: Individuals often live in shared accommodation with others who also require support. The accommodation is designed to be accessible and safe.
Support Workers: Trained support workers provide assistance as outlined in the support plan. This can include support with personal care, household tasks, medication management, and more.
Independence and Skill Building: While providing assistance, support workers also aim to develop the individual's skills and capabilities, enabling them to become more self-reliant over time.
Monitoring and Review: The support plan is regularly reviewed to ensure it remains relevant and effective. Adjustments are made based on the individual's progress and changing needs.
Benefits:
Personalized Care: SIL provides tailored support that addresses the unique needs of each individual.
Enhanced Independence: By receiving the right level of assistance, individuals can achieve greater independence in their daily lives.
Safe Environment: Accommodation is adapted to be accessible and safe for individuals with disabilities.
Community Participation: SIL enables individuals to participate more actively in their communities and pursue their interests.
Challenges:
Availability: Access to SIL services may be limited due to demand and resources.
Funding: Adequate funding is crucial to ensure that individuals receive the necessary level of support.
Qualified Staff: The availability of qualified and trained support workers is essential for providing effective SIL services.
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dandelionsresilience · 6 months ago
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Good News - May 15-21
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1. Translocation of 2,000 rhinos in Africa gets underway in “one of the most audacious conservation efforts of modern times”
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“The 2,000 rhinos - more than are currently found in any single wild location in Africa - represent around 12-15% of the continent’s remaining white rhino population. […] “Rhinos perform an important ecological function in the environment as a large grazing herbivore,” says Dale Wepener[….] “The protection of rhino is far more than just looking after rhino; other species that occur in the protected areas will benefit from the protection,” explains Jooste. “This will lead to an increase in diversity and result in much healthier ecosystems.”
2. Florida Corridor Buffers Effects of Climate Change on Wildlife — And People
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“A massive multi-partner effort that has conserved 10 million acres for wildlife in Florida over past decades will help buffer wildlife—and people—from the effects of climate change, a new report says. […] Protecting these corridors is important for wildlife genetics, demography and connectivity […], conducting prescribed fires in the corridor can reduce the risk of more intense wildfires [… and] they can provide buffers against hurricanes and seasonal thunderstorms.”
3. Global life expectancy to increase by nearly 5 years by 2050 despite geopolitical, metabolic, and environmental threats
“Increases are expected to be largest in countries where life expectancy is lower, contributing to a convergence of increased life expectancy across geographies. The trend is largely driven by public health measures that have prevented and improved survival rates from cardiovascular diseases, COVID-19, and a range of communicable, maternal, neonatal, and nutritional diseases (CMNNs).”
4. Valencia has Spain’s longest urban park
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“Jardin del Turia (Turia Garden) is the green spine of the City of Valencia and Spain’s (and possibly Europe’s) longest urban park stretching for a length of 8.5 kilometres [… and] the current administration plans to make Jardin del Turia Europe’s largest city green space by extending it to the sea[….] Almost all Valencia residents (97 per cent) live within 300 metres of an urban green space. […] Jardin del Turia is a true urban oasis that provides exceptional thermal comfort, with a temperature difference of up to three degrees compared to other areas of the city.”
5. This Paint Could Clean Both Itself and the Air
“When an artificial ultraviolet light source shines on [photocatalytic] paint, the nanoparticles react with pollutants to make them break down—theoretically removing them from the nearby air and preventing a discoloring buildup. [… R]esearchers developed a new photocatalytic paint that they claim works using UV rays from ordinary sunlight, making its self-cleaning properties easier to activate. They’ve also shown that they can effectively produce this paint from recycled materials [including fallen leaves].”
6. Planting Seedlings for a Cooler Rockingham
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“A dedicated group of volunteers recently planted over a thousand native seedlings in Lewington Reserve [… and] re-established canopy cover to areas of the reserve to create cooling shade for the local community and provide homes for native wildlife. […] Planting lots of trees and shrubs in urban areas can help create shade and cool cities, mitigating the impacts of climate change, contributing to biodiversity conservation and building greener, more resilient communities.”
7. Sydney’s first dedicated affordable housing for trans women designed to deliver ‘positive outcomes’
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“Community housing provider and charity Common Equity NSW, […] which is for people on very low to moderate incomes, prides itself on creating inclusive living and promotes the independence and well-being of people and communities […, and] will deliver the first-of-its-kind social housing in a bid to provide a safe place to live for transgender women seeking an affordable home.”
8. Rewilding: How a herd of bison reintroduced to Romania is helping ‘supercharge’ carbon removal
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“170 European Bison reintroduced to Romania’s Țarcu mountains could help capture and store the carbon released by up to 84,000 average US petrol cars each year. […] By grazing a 48 square kilometre area of grassland in a wider landscape of 300 kilometres squared, they helped to capture an additional 54,000 tonnes of carbon each year. That is around 10 times the amount that would be captured by the ecosystem without the bison.”
9. World’s biggest grids could be powered by renewables, with little or no storage
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“[…] 100% renewable supply can then match the load by putting surplus electricity into two kinds of distributed storage worth that [an energy expert] says are worth buying anyway – ice-storage air-conditioning and smart bidirectional charging of electric cars, and recover that energy when needed, filling the last gaps with unobtrusively flexible demand.”
10. Supporting the Long-Term Survival of Copper River Salmon and Alaska Native Traditions
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“With $4.3 million in NOAA funds, the Copper River Watershed Project and The Eyak Corporation will remove fish passage barriers, opening more streams for salmon spawning and subsistence fishing. [… As part of this effort, o]ld narrow culverts that constrict water flow will be replaced with “stream simulation” culverts wide enough to fit the full stream, including its banks. They are also deep to allow contractors to place stones and other material inside to mimic a natural stream bottom.”
May 8-14 news here | (all credit for images and written material can be found at the source linked; I don’t claim credit for anything but curating.)
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ambeauty · 5 months ago
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a few thoughts on the different types of romantic love in the bear
One facet of the show that I feel like is incredibly poignant is the emotional realism. I think I read another post or podcast about "emotional realism" in the bear so I will be borrowing that to talk about emotional realism when it comes to romantic partnerships in the show.
I feel like a lot of people wanted Sydney and Carmy to be this magical soulmate pairing that faced no opposition, trials, or tribulations on their journey to love and let me be the one to tell you right now. That's just not realistic. So in order to showcase how the show portrays different versions of romantic love, I wanted to focus on some couples that are not so triggering when it comes to the idea of romantic partnership within the context of the show.
Natalie x Pete: Natalie and Pete are the epitome and pinnacle of romantic love in the show. BUT, and STRONG BUT, they are not without their challenges. Natalie's family for the most part do not like Pete. They tolerate him, now, but for the longest time and to this day, they talk shit about him, because he's not like them. He's an outsider who has a different way of loving, and they don't understand it. Should Pete have left Natalie because her family didn't accept him?
Natalie's traumatic childhood still makes her feel insecure about her relationship. Plus she has a lot of generational trauma that she is working through to not pass down these things to her daughter. Should Pete leave her because she's insecure and traumatized?
You would answer no.
Richie x Tiff:
Richie and Tiff are divorced but they are still deeply interconnected because of Eva. You know that there is still a deep love between them because of the conversation on the bench. Tiffany wants Richie at her wedding because that's her family. Not to embarrass him or make him feel bad, but because she still has a deep love for him as a person. I get the sense that they didn't work out because it took him well into his adult life to figure out what he really wanted to do. Sometimes love isn't enough, especially when a child is involved. Tiffany and Eva deserve stability and at the time Richie wasn't able to provide it for YEARS. So I don't blame Tiff for leaving, but if Richie was in a better place, I know she would've stayed.
Just because you aren't with someone anymore doesn't mean that their importance to your life and the love you have for them just goes away.
Tina x Mr. Marrero
We don't get to spend a lot of time with them but we get to see such a beautiful dynamic between Tina and her husband. Now that they've been given it to me I need more. Tina and her husband are doing their very best to take care of their son and live a content life. They aren't rich but they've created a warm and comforting environment that is built on the foundation of their love. When Tina loses her job, it shakes up everything. Mr. Marrero is focused on his duty to take care of the household on his modest income. And Tina is so independent and knows that they need her income in order to survive. Her husband supports her through this transition even if it's stress on him and her. They work as team to get through this life change. Should he have left Tina the moment she became frustrated with finding employment? Should Tina have left him because his income alone wasn't enough to sustain them?
Again the answer is no.
The emotional realism of the bear shows that relationships of any kind are never perfect and never without challenges. Familial, platonic, or romantic. Sydney and Carmen are no different. While I support whatever decision Sydney makes, I do believe that what they are going through is their biggest trial yet. Syd and Carmy have failed to communicate in a healthy way for 3 seasons. And once these miscommunications finally bubble over it's going to be catastrophic. In one way or another. Who knows? At the end of the day what's important is that they do learn how to communicate because whether they stay business partners or become more or less, there will be obstacles that they will need to work through and grow from together.
"What grows together goes together."
thank you @thoughtfulchaos773 for encouraging me to expand on this
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copperbadge · 5 months ago
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Radio Free Monday
Good morning everyone, and welcome to Radio Free Monday!
Ways to Give:
Anon linked to a fundraiser for ridne, who needs to raise $2K for emergency dental treatment; ridne has EDS and needs crowns to protect brittle teeth. You can read more, reblog, and find giving information here.
like-the-midnight-sun linked to a fundraiser for a close friend, Sydney, who is queer, trans, disabled, and currently homeless after leaving an abusive situation; they have a job but are living in their car and need help to keep Felix safe during the day while they're at work. They're raising funds to board Felix during the day so that they can keep their job and get back on their feet; you can read more and support the fundraiser here.
Anon linked to a fundraiser by the Coalition for Responsible Home Education, a nonprofit supporting homeschooled children with a focus on laws protecting their rights, which is pulling together support for a young trans man who recently escaped a (very common) abusive home/homeschooling situation and needs resources to get a start in life. You can read more and support the fundraiser here.
gwydion is raising funds to replace a broken fridge; they've solved a semi-recent plumbing issue but still need to replace the fridge and that's never cheap. You can give via paypal here.
Anon linked to a fundraiser for a nephew, Martin, who is raising funds to get a service dog to help him as he lives with a disability; you can read more and support the fundraiser here.
greaseonmymouth linked to small Scottish independent queer horror publisher Haunt Publishing, which is raising funds for a new frontlist title and to reprint two of their anthologies; the kickstarter has ebook, audio, and print options for rewards, including their entire backlist. This is the kind of indy publisher which launches careers in the UK publishing world, so helping them also helps queer authors. You can read more and support the fundraiser here.
Recurring Needs:
rilee16 is raising funds to get out of an abusive home situation, where their roommate has been harassing them and vandalizing their belongings. You can read more, reblog, and find giving information here.
chingaderita's partner recently lost their job due to a house fire that also destroyed the house; they're raising funds to keep food on the table for a family of nine, to try and get a supply of water to keep clean which is increasingly difficult during a drought, and for medications and bills until they can find new work; they also had an emergency this past weekend which ate into their funds. You can read more, reblog, and support the fundraiser here.
And this has been Radio Free Monday! Thank you for your time. You can post items for my attention at the Radio Free Monday submissions form. If you're new to fundraising, you may want to check out my guide to fundraising here.
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camillasgirl · 2 months ago
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The King and Queen will visit Australia and Samoa
Their Majesties The King and Queen will undertake an Autumn Tour from Friday 18th – Saturday 26th October 2024. This will include a Royal Visit to Australia, State Visit to The Independent State of Samoa and attendance at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2024. 
The King’s visit to Australia will be His Majesty’s first to a Realm as Monarch, whilst the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa is the first The King will attend as Head of the Commonwealth. In both countries, Their Majesties’ engagements will focus on themes designed to celebrate the best of Australia and Samoa, as well as reflecting aspects of The King and Queen’s work.  
Australia 
In Australia, His Majesty, as Head of State, accompanied by Her Majesty The Queen, will visit Parliament House, in Canberra, where Their Majesties will be welcomed by the Prime Minister, Mr Anthony Albanese. His Majesty will address a reception attended by political and community leaders, and prominent Australians who have demonstrated outstanding achievement in a variety of fields, including health, arts, culture and sports. Their Majesties will pay their respects to the Fallen, laying a wreath at the Australian War Memorial and visiting the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander memorial, ‘For Our Country’. The King and Queen will conduct a Fleet Review of the Royal Australian Navy, in Sydney Harbour. 
On the theme of sustainability, The King will visit CSIRO, the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation, meeting firefighters and learning more about the centre’s work to combat the bush fires which devastate millions of hectares of Australian land each year. Their Majesties will tour the National Botanic Gardens, home to the largest living collection of Australian native plants in the world, where they will learn about Indigenous plant use. They will also hear from staff and volunteers about how climate change is affecting biodiversity.
The King, who has this year been receiving treatment for cancer, will meet Professor Georgina Long and Professor Richard Scolyer, both Australians of the Year, and will hear about the work they do to help those affected by melanoma, one of Australia’s most common cancers. 
Meanwhile, Her Majesty’s programme will also reflect the themes of her wider work, including her passion for encouraging reading and literacy and her desire to raise awareness of domestic and family violence. At a library in Sydney, Her Majesty will meet children participating in a Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition workshop. In Canberra, The Queen will join a discussion on domestic and family violence, with some of those whose lives been affected by it, and experts who work in the field. Her Majesty will also meet representatives of GIVIT, a charity which matches donors with those in need, of which she is Patron.
Their Majesties will attend a community BBQ in Western Sydney, sampling a range of produce from across New South Wales, experiencing the cultural diversity of Australian communities and meeting local residents. The King will also meet Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representatives and groups to learn about their work in supporting local community and strengthening culture. 
Samoa
Their Majesties’ State Visit to Samoa will celebrate the warm bilateral relationship between the two countries, which has been further strengthened by Samoa’s hosting of CHOGM 2024. The King and Queen will receive a formal welcome to the country, in the form of an ‘Ava Fa’atupu ceremony, before meeting Samoans at an engagement to highlight aspects of Samoan traditions and culture. His Majesty will also spend time with young people and community and faith leaders. 
The King’s programme will, in addition, reflect the theme of sustainability and biodiversity, in support of one of the key themes of CHOGM – ‘A Resilient Environment’, and the meeting’s focus on oceans. His Majesty will visit both a mangrove forest and a National Park, witnessing the work which is carried out by local communities to restore and protect both these vital ecosystems. He will also plant a tree in Samoa’s Botanical Garden, marking the opening of a new area within the site, which will be called ‘The King’s Garden’.  Meanwhile Her Majesty’s engagements will again focus on the wider themes of her work. The Queen will visit an aoga faifeau (traditional Samoan Pastor’s School) to see first-hand how pupils are taught to read and write. Her Majesty will also visit the Samoa Victim Support Group, an organisation which assists survivors of domestic violence and sexual abuse, where she will learn more about the services the group provides to those in crisis.
CHOGM 2024
The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa will bring together delegations from 56 countries across Africa, the Caribbean and Americas, Europe, Asia, and the Pacific. The overall theme of this year’s meeting is: ‘One Resilient Common Future: Transforming Our Common Wealth’.
In His Majesty’s first Commonwealth Day message as Sovereign, in March 2023, The King said of the Commonwealth: ‘Its near-boundless potential as a force for good in the world demands our highest ambition; its sheer scale challenges us to unite and be bold.’ CHOGM 2024 will see some of that ambition and unity on display with an emphasis on resilience across 4 key areas – resilient societies and peoples, resilient democratic institutions, a resilient environment and resilient economies. 
As Head of the Commonwealth, The King, accompanied by The Queen, will attend the CHOGM Opening Ceremony and will host a Dinner for Commonwealth Heads of Government. The King will also host a Reception for New Heads of Government and will attend the CHOGM Business Forum to hear about progress on sustainable urbanisation and investment in solutions to tackle climate change. 
Gender Equality and Women’s empowerment is one of CHOGM’s key themes, and Her Majesty will attend a side event to the Women’s Forum on the subject of ‘Advocating for Women and Girls in the Commonwealth’, with a focus on eliminating violence against women and improving health. 
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luckybyler · 1 year ago
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Reply to @girlfictions:
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1. I didn’t skirt it, that why the definition of Zionism was the very first thing in my post. Now, if you choose to reject that definition and want the word to mean whatever you want it to mean that’s on you. If you think the mere existence of Israel as a country is evil and a bad thing to support, then there’s no productive conversation to be had with you anyway.
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Hamas leader's son who became a spy explains what Hamas really wants
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What is Gaza’s Ministry of Health and how does it calculate the war’s death toll?
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Amnesty International Report, 2015
Tunnel shaft inside Shifa
Article from 2014
Hamas’ rules for social media activists, from 2014
Wounded man at Gaza hospital criticizes Hamas for hiding among civilians
Bodies of two hostages found near Al Shifa Hospital
Body of a third hostage, a Tanzanian agricultural intern, found, although not mentioned where
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The second Israel declared independence, 5 Arab countries declared war against them and they won.
List of expulsions and exoduses of Jews
Iraq expelled Jews to Israel
Why there are so many Palestinian refugees
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The point here is not "Israel is a saint country that never does wrong". The point is that Israel is not better or worse than any other country or territory. If a Palestinian or someone with connections to Palestine is allowed to love it in spite of what Hamas and other terrorist groups have done and are currently doing without being demonized, cancelled or called evil; then it's only natural to concede that someone from Israel or with connections to Israel is allowed to love it in spite of what its government has done or does currently without being demonized, cancelled or called evil. Especially after Israel suffered a terrorist attack and is receiving antisemitism all over the world.
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PBS article from 2007 summarizing Hamas and/vs Fatah, including Hamas’ objectives
Hamas and PIJ use of suicide bombings
Hamas spokesperson says tunnels are to protect the fighters and civilians are the responsibility of the UN and Israel
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UNRWA Education: Textbooks and Terror
Review of 2022 UNRWA-Produced Study Materials in the Palestinian Territories
Hamas Original Charter. Excerpt:
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Student speaker at a UPenn rally, the university Noah attends
Pro-Palestine Rally in Sydney, Australia ("Death to Israel", "Intifada", "Gas the Jews")
Rash of international antisemitism carries chilling historical hallmarks
Antisemitic mob storms through Russian airport as flight from Tel Aviv lands
Suspect arrested in death of Jewish protester in Southern California
Pro-Palestine group gives out NYC map calling for 'direct action' on landmarks as city blasts 'hateful rhetoric' and alerts the NYPD
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Are you implying that I'm a nonce? Because shipping two fictional characters is not being a nonce. You know what is noncey?
Threatening someone to release CP of them.
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Reply right before yours:
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made by someone whose first post was said reply, and only has posts reblogging other people's takes re: Noah, Israel, Palestine
They blasted me for saying we live in different realities, then proceeds to praise radicalism and call me a white supremacist.
Exploring hate: How antisemitism fuels white nationalism
The response that worried me (I don't know or care about the ethnicity or religion of this person).
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Glorification of terrorism, dehumanization of the other, refusal to listen to other points of view, inappropriate anger. All of these are signs of radicalization.
Said person reblogged this:
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A letter from Osama Bin Laden went viral on TikTok, with many users of every ethnicity and religion praising it. The letter contains several antisemitic tropes, condems homosexuality and of course, idealizes Sharia Law.
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Rolling Stone article on it
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evenstarfalls · 2 years ago
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I've always found it interesting how Victor as a character, narratively, is so dependent on Eli's existence, up until this point in the canon, because all we see of him is either shortly before or after Eli appears. We really know very little about his past, so the canon version of Victor Vale is just a product of Eli's influence on his life (in a way) [and of course there is a lot of other things, but it's too much to detail didn't want it to be too long], hope it doesn't sound confusing.
I know I've drafted at least one post talking about the narrative in Villains and how Victor manages to cast it off, but I can't find either of them so I probably left them to die in drafts. Yes! Victor's narrative is very dependent on Eli's. I think in a lot of ways the series is about Victor grappling for control of the narrative. Like if we think about this (very popular) quote:
If Eli really was a hero, and Victor meant to stop him, did that make him a villain?
Of course, Eli's not a hero. But narratively, while Victor is the main protagonist, Eli takes the role of the hero, and Victor the villain. It's a hero story with Eli as the main character. He's the one who researched EOs, who believed in them. He's the one who first got powers, who spent 10 years moving through the world with Victor as his backstory. He passed for not just normal, but a standout. He even wears Clark-Kent-esque glasses as a disguise. Eli is a hero-coded villain.
“He heals. It’s a reflexive ability. In his eyes, I think that makes it somehow pure. Divine. He can’t technically use his power to hurt others.”
Victor is relegated to the second guy, the other guy, the friend turned adversary. He's aware of it, he struggles against it, but the narrative sets him up to fail. He was never the shining star Eli was; he never tried to hide his nature. Victor gains powers and immediately gets locked up for ten years. Even when he came back, his main focus was getting revenge on Eli. It should've been impossible for him to win, because at the end of the day he was mortal and Eli wasn't. The hero narrative ends with the villain in the ground, and the hero living to fight another day. Victor was always doomed by the narrative, a dead man walking.
Sydney Clarke could raise the dead.
Sydney is the character that interrupts their whole narrative. She's not subject to their narrative, and so she's able to save Victor from it. Their narrative plays out in Vicious, and she isn't able to directly stop it, but she resurrects Victor and lets him live beyond it. One of the threads in Vengeful is about Sydney growing up and growing into her power. Eli and their narrative catch back up to Victor and this time narratively she's able to interfere directly: she kills Eli, allowing Victor to cast it off more fully.
“Do you know him?” he asked, eyes alight. Sydney nodded. “How?”
Sydney swallowed. “He’s the one who shot me.”
What's also interesting is that she doesn't come to Victor directly. She meets Eli first, and he tries to kill her. Victor finds her and saves her. She held the power to change their narrative, but it was the choices that they made within the narrative that aligned her with Victor. Eli chose to kill her, and she new narrative came back to bite him in the ass. Victor chose to save her, and in return she saved him.
It was like a magnet, constantly drawing his eye, but Victor forced himself not to stop and look at it. Not to think about what it meant, that Eli Cardale was really, truly dead. The way the knowledge knocked Victor off-balance. A counterweight finally removed.
With Eli dead, Victor's narrative center is gone. The oldest constant in his life, the character he's grappled with for years. That hero narrative has been cast off completely, and now Victor's untethered. We've never seen Victor alone. He's such a solitary character, but he's always been heavily defined by Eli, and usually supported by Mitch and Syndey. In Victorious he finally has a chance to be independent. I don't know what he's going to do with it, but I'm very excited to see where he goes after Vengeful.
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lavampira · 11 months ago
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3, 12, 13, 14 & 26 for alia & minfilia!
couple development questions
tysm sydney!!
3. answered here
12. how much independence do they prefer in a relationship—do they want to share their lives as much as possible with their partner, or do they prefer to mostly do their own thing and let their partner do their own thing?
independence is as important as the time shared together - they’re mostly content to both do their own thing at times, and it’s often a necessity with how much responsibility they have to deal with as well, but still being involved in each other’s day-to-day is a comfort. sometimes d’alia may sit and read by the fireplace while minfilia works, or sometimes they go about their separate schedules and recap over tea before bed, too.
13. what is their go-to for making a partner feel loved?
d’alia likes to give her full focus and engagement to make sure that she knows that she’s heard, valued, and appreciated, but also romantic gestures like gifts or surprise plans to make her feel truly cherished as well.
14. what makes them feel loved? would they build up the courage to ask for it?
the biggest thing for d’alia is reciprocated support, not necessarily that she needs to vent all the time, but at least know and feel that she’s not alone in things. quality time is also important to her, too. for the most part, she doesn’t need to ask because minfilia is quick to both on her own, but it would take her some time to build up to asking for it in cases when she needs it.
26. they have an argument with their partner—what is it about? do things stay respectful, or is there some shouting and accusing going on?
it’s most likely about something risking themselves or taking on too much at once. things definitely stay more respectful, though minfilia might take on a colder, more distant tone when upset, and d’alia snaps with her own little digs, but never any raised voices or accusations between them. when it happens, they withdraw to take time to calm down before talking it out with clearer heads, and it doesn’t last for long.
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tsukithida · 8 months ago
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Hiii guys I am. In need of some help. I’ve been trying to save up for a service dog, but being unable to work makes that really hard. I want so desperately to be able to be more independent, and be able to work and even live on my own someday. If you’re able to donate, I’d appreciate it <3
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kineticpenguin · 2 years ago
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*glances at Facebook*
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Okay. I guess I can see why you do that. Some of my friends were in the Navy, I live in a Navy town, and every politician always says stuff like this to show their support for the sainted Local Business. But who is this person, anyway?
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Australia? I'd understand if it was a weird location error because I am in a port town in Washington, abbreviated WA, and Australia has Western Australia, also abbreviated WA. But this lady is from Sydney, NSW.
Now, at this point I was kinda tempted to make a snarky comment, because of a fun fact: Many of the Independence-class Littoral Combat Ships the US Navy bought were built by Austal USA, the American subsidiary of Austal, an Australian shipbuilder. Basically it's an Australian company with some local rebranding so the government trusts the foreigners enough with their sensitive tech.
The Littoral Combat Ships are... bad. REALLY BAD. So bad, in fact, that the US Navy is trying to get rid of them. Even if the imagined mission for them still existed, the ships all have the fundamental problem of falling apart at the seams. It has all been a big blunder, the Navy wants them gone, Congress doesn't because Soviet-style make-work projects are fine as long as they're for the military.
But, I gave her page a glance, and she seems okay, and technically, the Austal-built LCS were not, in fact, built in Australia. They were built in Mobile, Alabama. So just another day in the algorithm being weird.
If you've read this far, thanks for allowing me to waste your time.
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authorspirit · 1 year ago
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Sydney Lambert (born Sage)
Romantic, loves outdoors, clumsy.
Renaissance sim.
Mermaid.
Sydney Lambert is the mother of twins Graham and Melody and wife to Jay Lambert. Though she looks stern, she actually is more of a worried mother who is scared of not doing the right thing, rather than an actual severe person. It showed in the education provided to her children, whom she would always support no matter the path they chose. But she did unintentionnally favored Graham, considered a genius by the family, and forgot Melody who always seemed more independant in her eyes.
Sydney Lambert was a humble lifeguard working at a Sulani beach when the eyes of a prince met hers. She comes from humble backgrounds and being a lifeguard was not her ideal job - but it helped that she was born a mermaid. Jay Lambert is the fourth child of the then monarch Dahlia Lambert. Even if the chances of him succeeding someday were slim, it still meant a lot of pressure for her to marry into such a family. Thankfully, Jay is not a very severe person. He always tended to do his thing on his own but was still close to his mother. Dahlia was always sweet to Sydney, so the pressure Sydney felt was always coming from herself. This made her always agreeing with anything concerning Jay's family so of course she would agree to live with Jay's mom until her death. Things are not so bad as Jay is technically a duke and that makes her a duchess. But this inner pressure she puts on herself has become greater than ever since her daughter Melody announced her unexpected pregnancy. Melody was only a teen, close to graduate high school and she had a secret boyfriend that is already at uni?! Damage control was needed and Jay agreed: the boyfriend has to live with them and take responsibility. But can Sydney even trust that boyfriend coming out of nowhere?
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agentnico · 1 year ago
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Past Lives (2023) Review
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This. This is romance. Not that silly Sydney Sweeney/Glen Powell romp coming later this year where they go to a wedding and pretend to be a couple just to spite their exes. Like honestly, we've already been through Fifty Shades of Grey. And Darker. And flipping Freed! Now we've got this ridiculous Anyone But You. Yikes. Thankfully Past Lives has come out this year and reminds us that solid mature love stories can be made.
Plot: Nora and Hae Sung, two deeply connected childhood friends, are thrust apart after Nora's family emigrates from South Korea. Decades later, they are reunited for one fateful week as they confront destiny, love and the choices that make a life.
A new A24 movie. Plot twist - it's good. Honestly, A24's track record in recent years has been insanely solid! It's delightful to see, as they give such a strong voice to indie filmmaking, and support independent cinema by believing in them and providing them a platform to be seen by the world. The most notable recent example has been Ari Aster's wacko psychological attack on the senses with his odyssey of Beau Is Afraid. Love or hate that movie, one has to appreciate that a movie like that would not have been possible would it not have been for A24. Taking such a risk by literally allowing filmmakers to really go out there with their ideas is wonderful and as such any new A24 release always sparks my attention.
Past Lives is very much a film that shines through with its simplicity and restraint. First-time director Celine Song seems to really understand that idea of human connection, and as such for the most part, trusts her actors to make the magic happen. Many scenes involve characters exchanging long lines of dialogue and then simply staring into one another eyes in silence, and it never felt awkward or off, but simply very real. The actors' body language in particular was impressive, with the simple twitches of the eye or light nodding of the head expressing so much emotion and deeper meaning. Again, this is a very simple plot, yet it manages to become this rich and complex tale of identity, lost love, sought closure, and found purpose, with elements of spiritualism and inner psychology; and it's all due to Celine Song having the proper understanding of when to allow silence to speak. Yet despite the frequent bouts of silence, not a moment feels wasted. Every shot and sentence is meticulously edited to give us exactly what we need to feel each moment with its full emotional power. Speaking of the shots, the cinematography is crisp and powerful, managing to capture the beauty of lonely cities, reflecting the inner psyche of its central characters.
Again, Past Lives isn't in any way groundbreaking or mind-blowing. In fact, the movie can be fully summed up using the quote that Ke Huy Quan says in Everything Everywhere All at Once - "In another life, I would have really liked just doing laundry and taxes with you." It's that idea of what-if that I'm sure every single one of you had where you look back into your memories and wonder what if you did something different and how that would have changed your present. In terms of Everything Everywhere that very much is an exaggerated version with multiverses and alternate realities, but the idea is the same. Also, Past Lives delves into the Buddhist idea of reincarnation, and how some people are not meant to be with each other in this life, but in another do get together. In the movie's context, it's about connections and the inarticulate way we cannot understand why we have these people in our lives.
This is very mature filmmaking, with serious themes and poetic connotations, which I very much enjoyed. My one gripe and this is definitely just me, but John Magaro's character of the modern-day husband of Nora - he seemed too nice to be true. Like his woman is so over this old friend from childhood where romance is definitely insinuated, and he's just so accepting of it. I would have personally been really jealous, but no, Magaro was just like "I trust ya". That's not me complaining about the film, it's just me questioning his character's thought process and overly trusting nature. Regardless, Past Lives is an honest, delicate, and ambling movie that doesn't try to be anything bigger than what it is - a simple story of love.
Overall score: 7/10
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wavevisa001 · 1 day ago
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Canada vs. Australia: Best Destination for International Students Seeking Immigration in 2024.
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Are you planning to study abroad with dreams of permanent residency (PR) after graduation? If so, you’re likely considering two top destinations: Canada and Australia. Both countries are popular for their high-quality education systems, vibrant multicultural environments, and clear immigration pathways. With recent updates to immigration policies in 2024, let’s explore which country is the better choice for your aspirations.
PR Pathways: Canada vs. Australia
Canada Canada offers numerous PR pathways, even for those with occupations not traditionally considered “in-demand.” Key options include:
Canadian Experience Class (CEC): A pathway under the Express Entry system for skilled workers with at least one year of Canadian work experience.
Provincial Nominee Program (PNP): Provinces nominate candidates based on local labor needs, increasing your PR chances.
Advantages:
No age restrictions for PR applications.
Open to a broad range of occupations under Express Entry, unlike Australia’s more restrictive Skilled Occupation List (SOL).
Australia Australia’s immigration system heavily focuses on specific skilled occupations. Popular pathways include:
Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189): Requires your occupation to be on the Skilled Occupation List.
Skilled Work Regional Visa (subclass 491): For regional work with potential PR pathways after meeting specific criteria.
Disadvantages:
Applicants must be 45 or younger (with some exceptions).
Heavy dependence on the SOL, which prioritizes STEM and trade-related fields.
Verdict: Canada provides more flexibility in PR pathways, particularly for those outside STEM fields, making it a preferred choice for many international students.
Work Opportunities While Studying
Canada
On-Campus: Unlimited work hours.
Off-Campus: Up to 24 hours/week during academic terms; unlimited during scheduled breaks.
Post-Graduation Work: Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) offers up to three years of work authorization based on the duration of your study program.
Australia
Work hours are capped at 48 hours every two weeks during classes, with no on-campus/off-campus distinction.
Unlimited work hours during breaks for most students.
Post-Graduation Work Visa: Offers 2–3 years of work authorization.
Verdict: Canada’s policies on unlimited on-campus work and longer post-graduation work permits give it a slight edge.
Study Permit Costs and Requirements
Canada
Cost: CAD 150.
Processing Time: Approximately three months.
Requirements:
Proof of acceptance from a designated learning institution (DLI).
Proof of financial support (minimum CAD 20,635).
Provincial Attestation Letter (PAL).
Australia
Cost: AUD 1,600 (approximately CAD 1,465).
Processing Time: About 61 days
Requirements:
Proof of acceptance from a CRICOS-registered institution.
Proof of financial support (AUD 29,710 or CAD 27,328).
Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC).
Verdict: While both countries have rigorous requirements, Canada’s lower costs and financial support thresholds make it more accessible for many students.
Cost of Living
When it comes to affordability, Canada and Australia vary depending on factors like housing, food, and transportation.
Housing
Canada: Cities like Toronto and Vancouver are more expensive, with median rents for a two-bedroom apartment at CAD 2,500 and CAD 2,829, respectively.
Australia: Sydney (AUD 2,880 or CAD 2,639) and Melbourne (AUD 2,200 or CAD 2,016) are comparable to Canada’s major cities.
Food & Groceries
Groceries in Canada are approximately 6.9% cheaper than in Australia. Monthly grocery costs range from CAD 248–330, while Australian costs average AUD 430 (CAD 393).
Transportation
Canada has slightly cheaper public transit fares than Australia, with fares in major cities like Toronto and Montreal at CAD 3.75 compared to Melbourne’s AUD 5.30 (CAD 4.83).
Verdict: Canada’s lower grocery and transportation costs make it a better choice for budget-conscious students.
Globally Ranked Universities
Both countries offer world-renowned universities, but Australia boasts nine universities in the QS Top 100 Rankings 2025, compared to four in Canada.
Top Canadian Universities:
University of Toronto (25th).
McGill University (29th).
University of British Columbia (38th).
University of Alberta (96th).
Top Australian Universities:
University of Melbourne (13th).
University of Sydney (18th).
University of New South Wales (19th).
Verdict: For students prioritizing globally ranked institutions, Australia may offer more options.
Conclusion: Canada vs. Australia
If your ultimate goal is to secure permanent residency and gain valuable work experience, Canada often emerges as the better option. Its inclusive immigration policies, longer post-graduation work permits, and broader range of PR pathways make it a favorite for international students.
However, if you’re focused on attending a top-ranked university and don’t mind navigating a more selective PR process, Australia may align better with your goals.
Pro Tip: For personalized assistance with student visas, immigration pathways, and finding the best opportunities in Canada or Australia, trust Wave Visas Immigration. With expert guidance, you can navigate the complexities of studying and immigrating with ease!
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pillars-of-growth · 3 days ago
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What Are the Benefits of Australian PR for Software Engineers?
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Australia has emerged as a global hub for technology professionals, with its thriving IT sector, high demand for skilled workers, and a reputation for innovation. For software engineers seeking career growth and a better quality of life, obtaining Australian Permanent Residency (PR) is a game-changing opportunity. With Australia PR for Software Engineers, you gain access to numerous benefits that enhance both your professional and personal life.
In this blog, we will explore the advantages of Australia PR for software engineers and why partnering with immigration experts can help streamline the process.
What Is Australian PR?
Australian PR grants individuals the right to live, work, and study anywhere in Australia on a permanent basis. PR holders enjoy benefits similar to Australian citizens, including healthcare, social security, and the ability to sponsor family members for migration. For software engineers, this status is particularly appealing due to Australia’s strong focus on technology-driven growth and innovation.
Benefits of Australian PR for Software Engineers
1. Work Without Restrictions
With Australia PR, software engineers can work for any employer and switch jobs freely without needing additional sponsorship. This freedom is especially beneficial for IT professionals, as the tech industry often thrives on flexibility and dynamic career progression.
2. Access to High-Demand Jobs
Australia has a significant demand for skilled software engineers, as technology plays a vital role in sectors such as healthcare, finance, education, and entertainment. Software engineers with permanent residency are well-positioned to access these high-paying roles. PR holders are often preferred by employers since they don’t require visa sponsorship, making it easier to secure top-tier opportunities.
3. Opportunity for Career Growth
Australia’s robust IT sector is fueled by global companies, innovative startups, and government-supported tech initiatives. PR holders can build rewarding careers by accessing advanced technologies, upskilling opportunities, and exposure to international markets.
Pathways for Software Engineers to Obtain PR
Obtaining Australia PR for software engineers typically involves the Skilled Migration Program, which includes visa subclasses like:
Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189): For skilled workers who do not require employer or state sponsorship.
Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190): Requires nomination by a state or territory government.
Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491): A pathway to PR for those willing to work in regional areas.
Key Steps in the Process:
Skills Assessment: Software engineers must undergo a skills assessment by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) to validate their qualifications and experience.
Expression of Interest (EOI): Submit an EOI through the SkillSelect system.
Receive an Invitation: Based on your points score (calculated using age, experience, English proficiency, etc.), you may receive an invitation to apply for a PR visa.
Apply for PR: Complete the visa application with required documentation, including health and character checks.
Partnering with immigration experts can make this process smoother by ensuring that your documentation is accurate and your application aligns with immigration requirements.
Professional Benefits for Software Engineers
1. Global Recognition of Skills
Australian PR signals that you meet the high standards of the ACS, enhancing your professional credibility. This recognition can open doors to international roles and collaborations.
2. Networking Opportunities
With PR status, software engineers can attend industry conferences, workshops, and networking events without restrictions, building connections that further their careers.
3. Access to Australian Startups and Tech Hubs
Cities like Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane are home to vibrant tech ecosystems. PR holders can easily collaborate with Australian startups, take on freelance projects, or even start their own businesses without the limitations imposed by temporary visas.
Personal Benefits of Australian PR
1. Permanent Residency for Your Family
Australia PR allows software engineers to sponsor their spouses, children, and other eligible family members. Your loved ones can join you in Australia and enjoy the same benefits, including access to healthcare, education, and social security.
2. Access to Medicare
PR holders are eligible for Medicare, Australia’s universal healthcare system, which provides affordable medical services. This benefit significantly reduces healthcare costs for you and your family.
3. Education Opportunities
If you have children, they can access Australia’s world-class education system, including public schools and prestigious universities, often at reduced rates compared to international students.
4. Pathway to Citizenship
After holding PR for a certain period (typically four years), software engineers can apply for Australian citizenship. Citizenship comes with additional rights, such as the ability to vote and access to certain government benefits.
Lifestyle Benefits
1. High Quality of Life
Australia is renowned for its excellent quality of life, featuring clean cities, low crime rates, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance. For software engineers used to long hours in competitive environments, Australia offers a refreshing change.
2. Multicultural Society
Australia is a diverse and inclusive society. As a software engineer, you’ll find a welcoming community of professionals from around the globe, making it easier to adapt and thrive.
3. Outdoor Lifestyle
From beaches to national parks, Australia offers countless opportunities for outdoor adventures. PR holders have the freedom to explore this beautiful country without any travel restrictions.
Why Work with Immigration Experts?
Navigating the PR application process can be complex, especially for first-time applicants. Immigration experts can:
Assess Your Eligibility: They evaluate your qualifications and work experience to determine the best visa pathway.
Streamline the Skills Assessment: Immigration experts can guide you through the ACS process to ensure a positive outcome.
Maximize Your Points Score: By advising on English tests, state nominations, and other factors, they help improve your chances of success.
Handle Documentation: Immigration experts ensure that your application is accurate and complete, reducing the likelihood of delays or rejections.
Conclusion
Australia PR for software engineer offers unparalleled benefits, from career advancement to family security and a higher quality of life. With PR status, software engineers gain access to a thriving job market, world-class healthcare, and educational opportunities. Moreover, the freedom to live and work anywhere in Australia allows you to explore its dynamic tech industry and multicultural society. While the process of obtaining PR may seem daunting, working with immigration experts ensures a seamless experience. By guiding you through every step, from skills assessment with ACS to visa application, they help you unlock the full potential of life and work in Australia. Start your journey today and embrace the opportunities waiting for you in this remarkable country.
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