#Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

[quotelr]

Get out of your own way... stop the paralysis by analysis... dream your dream... then, WAKE UP and bring it to life!

Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

[rubypomegranates]

"We all make mistakes, have struggles, and even regret things in our past. But you are not your mistakes, you are not your struggles, and you are here NOW with the power to shape your day and your future."

Steve Maraboli "Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience"

[perfectquote]

I find the best way to love someone is not to change them, but instead, help them reveal the greatest version of themselves.

Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

[fromdarzaitoleeza]

Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

[quotefeeling]

I find the best way to love someone is not to change them, but instead, help them reveal the greatest version of themselves.

Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

[thoughtkick]

I find the best way to love someone is not to change them, but instead, help them reveal the greatest version of themselves.

Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

[perfectfeelings]

I find the best way to love someone is not to change them, but instead, help them reveal the greatest version of themselves.

Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

[thehopefulquotes]

I find the best way to love someone is not to change them, but instead, help them reveal the greatest version of themselves.

Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

[perfeqt]

I find the best way to love someone is not to change them, but instead, help them reveal the greatest version of themselves.

Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

[surqrised]

I find the best way to love someone is not to change them, but instead, help them reveal the greatest version of themselves.

Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

[buckbuckbarnesstuff]

Ongoing/Unfinished series

Get yourself a snack, enjoy these wonderful series and leave some love for the creative writers :)

♤ - includes sexual themes

Also, his hair is so perfect

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Time after time [60.6k+] @intrepidacious

Bucky x time witch!Reader

Summary: After what starts out as a fairly normal mission, you find yourself stuck in a time loop. Which would already be bad enough in itself if it didn’t also mean having to watch Bucky die over and over again.

{personal comment: Everything about this is perfect. From the characters, to the tiniest details. I'm in love}

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Reflections @breadqueen95

Bucky x Hydra experiment!Reader

Summary: Steve and Natasha lead the fight against Hydra in 2014, they had no way of knowing just how many secrets there were left to uncover. They suddenly have one more person to add to their list as they search for Bucky Barnes.

Fast forward to 2018. Bucky Barnes is living with the team at the Avengers Compound, trying to settle into life as an Avenger and as a free man. Steve and Natasha, with the help of the third part of their leadership trio Tony Stark, have finally managed to track down the human subject that escaped four years ago.

And you...you've been on the run for four years. Desperately avoiding any detection by hiding your identity, resisting your memories, and suppressing any flicker of power raging to get out. What happens when an unexpected arrival forces you to face everything you've been running from?

{personal comment: This is the first series I've read on this app and it's still stuck in my head. It’s that good}

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Smog & Spirits @artficlly ♤

Gangsterboss!Bucky x Witch!Reader (fantasy 1920s Gang au)

Summary: Barnes, the leader of Sootstone's Smog Boys, needs a favour. A nasty curse has been cast on him, and he needs a witch to help him break it.

{personal comment: I'm so excited about this. I love the reader's powers and the storyline is so interesting. I'll be patiently waiting for more of this delicious piece}

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Friendship is Mandatory @sarahwroteathing

Bucky x reader

Summary: With the help of a new therapist and a recklessly kind and unapologetically damaged new roommate, Bucky learns how to start living instead of just surviving.

{personal comment: I enjoyed the insights in Bucky's therapy session and how they grew a friendship. Also I love the reader's sarcasm. Would certainly love to read more of this}

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Moth to a Flame @tmpestuous

College!Bucky x College!Reader

Summary: Bucky Barnes was the love of your life, and you were his. There was no denying it. But after two years of dating, you found yourselves on different paths and decided it was best to go your separate ways. The only problem was how drawn you’d always be to him even after moving on.

{personal comment: I was so anxious when I started this and it gave me so many feelings. I truly appreciate and love how soft and sweet Bucky stays even after the breakup and the way they still interact and communicate with each other. It’s beautiful and I'm so excited to read more}

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All We've Got is Time @hispeculiartreasure

40s!Window Washer!Bucky x Typist!Reader

Summary: In a world where Bucky never falls off a train and Steve lives after crashing the plane, Bucky is trying to adjust to a new peace-time normal. Spring 1946, Reader starts a brand new typist position in one of the many New York office buildings after being displaced from her factory job once the war ended. An unconventional friendship starts which leads to all the romance and fluff.

{personal comment: This is such a wonderful series, so deeply touching and meaningful. I love all these characters and interactions and even if this won't ever be continued, I'll keep it in my heart and hope people will stumble upon it, it deserves more recognition}

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Ashes to Embers @redwing4life ♤

Firefighter!Neighbor!Bucky x reader

Summary: When an unfortunate event forces you to confront the crush you’ve had on your neighbour since you moved in, you learn that Bucky knows you better than you know yourself. As the two of you grow closer, how does he deal with his past without pushing you away?

{personal comment: Loved Bucky being vulnerable and letting her be there for him. I also enjoyed the teasing and the way it got so heated, damn}

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The Day after Yesterday @bombsonboard

40s!Bucky x reader

Summary: Time travel is volatile, dangerous, playing god. And then sometimes  it drops you in just the right place at the perfect time. It’s a matter of perspective. You decide.

{personal comment: This made me realize just how much I love 40s!Bucky! He's so charming and the storyline is really interesting and I'm dying to read more of it}

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The Bet @bucky-at-bedtime

College!Bucky x College!Reader

Summary: You’ve been at college for a year and have managed to avoid the party lifestyle. That is until you meet Bucky Barnes and he decides to educate you on the benefits of being social.

{personal comment: I love oblivious idiots in love! This is wholesome. Bucky is lovely and I enjoyed the many friendships with the others}

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Point of Ignition @sunriserose1023 ♤

College!Fighter!Bucky x College!Reader

Summary: A fresh start.

That’s what you’re focusing on. You’re leaving your past behind you and starting fresh, joining your best friend at college. You’re focused on your studies and nothing is going to get in the way of you being “normal,” for once.

Enter Bucky Barnes.

The campus bad boy has his sights set on you, but you are determined not to become just another notch in his bedpost. When his best friend falls for your best friend, the two of you are stuck in close proximity, and you are set on staying strictly in the friend zone.

However, the more time you spend with him, the more you like him, and the more time he spends with you, the less he feels like hanging around anyone else. You’re set on being just friends, but Bucky has other ideas on that, and he’s determined to convince you to follow his lead.

{personal comment: So glad I stumbled upon this, I'm obsessed. I love this dynamic between her and Bucky and I can’t wait to read more}

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[quotelr]

Blame is the creed of the disempowered.

Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

[pennyserenade]

God Sejanus is so damn special to me. He’s such a unique character and I love him with my whole heart. He carries this belief that he’s somehow abandoned his people, abandoned himself, when he’s doing all he can to put an end to the games but he’s just a teenage boy with the weight of the world on his shoulders and he still feels like he isn’t doing enough despite doing more than anyone ever has before him and all he wants is a better life not for himself but for everyone suffering and oppressed by the capital and he’s just so important to me, like such a pure good hearted person in a world full of hatred and violence and he still thinks he’s not doing enough when staying as kind as he is and keeping his connection to his home was an act of resistance in and of itself

I could talk about him for hours tbh

i'm very happy to be receiving this ask because he's truly been on my mind for WEEKS. i feel oddly protective of sejanus because i think a lot of people have come to view him as weak and annoying---which, i think, is mostly a reflection of the way coriolanus views him. i do think there are conversations to be had about the fact that the decisions sejanus made weren't always sound, but he was meant to serve a foil to coriolanus. every move coriolanus made was calculated, thought out to even the most minute detail at times, and sejanus' were quick, instinctual, done not to impress because they he they had to be done. when arcahne crane was murdered by her tribute, coriolanus hesitated, had to be told by lucy gray to help, and did so because of the cameras. sejanus knelt down and spread bread crumbs over her body, without a single thought about the cameras. he did not care that no one understood this gesture, or that arachne was someone who never treated him with an inkling of respect. coriolanus thought about that-- he thought how she was evil and deserved to get her throat slit, and he thought about how he wasn't her friend, not really, and he even thought it was ironic that he was painted that way later. sejanus was angry at these people but forgiving, good, and he spoke out vehemently against their games and as often as he did because he hoped against hope; he wanted to reach them because he felt that he could. in all of his anger, sejanus never robbed these people of their humanity the way that they did the district people, because he knew how erroneous it was. the fight would not be worth fighting if he felt, even for a second, that there was no one to listen.

i also love that his identity is shaky; that, even though he has fierce, unapologetic ties to district two, he knows that they don't view him as one of their own. this is one of the parts that i find myself relating to the most when it comes to sejanus. i think many first gen latines can and do feel the same way. it is an odd experienced to be othered by your own and simultaneously hated by what you're 'meant' to be. sejanus could not readily fit in to the capital no matter how hard he might've tried, and he couldn't fit in to the districts because he was too 'capital' in their mind, just for the mere fact that he'd been sent there and taught there. and you do feel endlessly guilt about it -- at least in my experience -- and it is hard to contend with. you can carry on their traditions and love what you are and defend it until you are blue in the face, but what happens when they are in the cage and you stand on the other side, privileged? and like -- this is a real life thing that happened! they put children in cages. i wish with EVERYTHING in me that people would start talking about the parallels between the events in the ballad of songbirds and snakes and trump presidency because that's what it's talking abt!!! it is no coincidence they casted who they casted

[honigimohr]

The truth is, unless you let go, unless you forgive yourself, unless you forgive the situation, unless you realize that the situation is over, you cannot move forward.

Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience, Steve Maraboli

[perfectquote]

I find the best way to love someone is not to change them, but instead, help them reveal the greatest version of themselves.

Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

[woahfredd]

The Sims 4 Radiant Rainbow Legacy Challenge

Goal: Create a legacy family that embraces the full spectrum of the rainbow, with each generation representing a distinct color, building a legacy of artistic expression, inclusivity, and vibrant diversity over 10 generations.

(Also it doesn't matter if you have cc or the expansion packs as the challenge doesn't require them. But if you have cc or the packs you can use them and change the careers if you want.)

Generations:

Red Generation

Founder Sim: Passionate, Outgoing, Romantic

Aspiration: Soulmate

Career: Entertainer (Musician)

Description: The Red Generation is bold, energetic, and unapologetically expressive. The founder Sim is a talented musician who captivates crowds with their fiery performances and devotion to their loved ones.

Orange Generation

Heir Sim: Cheerful, Adventurous, Perfectionist

Aspiration: Master Chef

Career: Culinary Artist

Description: The Orange Generation is warm, creative, and embraces life with zest. The heir Sim is a skilled chef who infuses their dishes with vibrant flavors and a playful spirit, sharing their culinary passions with the community.

Yellow Generation

Heir Sim: Bright, Imaginative, Cheerful

Aspiration: Painter Extraordinaire

Career: Fine Artist (Painter)

Description: The Yellow Generation radiates positivity and optimism. The heir Sim is a talented painter who captures the beauty of the world around them in bold, sun-drenched hues, inspiring others with their artistic vision.

Green Generation

Heir Sim: Responsible, Environmentally Conscious, Good

Aspiration: Conservationist

Career: Scientist (Botanist)

Description: The Green Generation is driven by a deep respect for nature and a desire to protect the environment. The heir Sim is a dedicated botanist who works tirelessly to preserve endangered plant species and educate the community about sustainable living.

Blue Generation

Heir Sim: Introspective, Calm, Intellectual

Aspiration: Renaissance Sim

Career: Writer

Description: The Blue Generation is reflective, thoughtful, and seeks to expand their knowledge. The heir Sim is a talented writer who uses their words to explore the depths of the human experience and inspire others with their insightful narratives.

Indigo Generation

Heir Sim: Mysterious, Spiritual, Introspective

Aspiration: Soulmate

Career: Curator

Description: The Indigo Generation is drawn to the mystical and the unknown, seeking to uncover the hidden connections that bind us all together. The heir Sim is a curator who curates thought-provoking art exhibitions that challenge visitors to explore their own inner worlds.

Violet Generation

Heir Sim: Creative, Eccentric, Imaginative

Aspiration: Painter Extraordinaire

Career: Freelance Visionary

Description: The Violet Generation is a vibrant blend of creativity and individuality. The heir Sim is a freelance visionary who uses their artistic talents to push the boundaries of conventional thinking, inspiring the community with their unique perspectives and bold, imaginative works.

Pink Generation

Heir Sim: Compassionate, Nurturing, Empathetic

Aspiration: Caregiver

Career: Counselor

Description: The Pink Generation is all about spreading love, kindness, and healing. The heir Sim is a compassionate counselor who uses their empathetic nature to support and uplift members of the community, fostering a sense of unity and well-being.

Lavender Generation

Heir Sim: Graceful, Elegant, Thoughtful

Aspiration: Renaissance Sim

Career: Interior Designer

Description: The Lavender Generation exudes a sense of refinement and sophistication. The heir Sim is a talented interior designer who creates spaces that inspire creativity, tranquility, and a deeper appreciation for the beauty in the world around us.

Turquoise Generation

Heir Sim: Adventurous, Curious, Adaptable

Aspiration: Explorer

Career: Scientist (Marine Biologist)

Description: The Turquoise Generation is defined by their insatiable curiosity and spirit of adventure. The heir Sim is a marine biologist who embarks on expeditions to uncover the mysteries of the ocean, sharing their discoveries and inspiring others to protect our precious natural resources.