#and if they act outside of that box they're dangerous or scary

[mla0]

ok serious post though. can people stop being so weird about michael andersen. people will see a mentally ill person who is depressed and needs above-average care and will woobify them to the point of erasing anything about their character outside of So Innocent, So Pure. like it is legitimately so weird as a mentally ill person to see how people characterize him; not only are his flaws erased, but so are just... any realistic or interesting parts about his character, outside of being "soft"? it's especially weird because canonically, michael really ISN'T an overly soft, kind, etc. person. he can be a snappy dick, he can react in realistic or even harmful ways to different situations, and that's part of why i like him- because mental illness isn't just being sad or vulnerable. but i think some of the fandom has forgotten the memo. i don't want perfect overly-cutesified portrayals of mental illness in stories, i want things that are actually realistic and treats us like people. the story itself does that in my opinion, but the fandom can be fucking wild sometimes man.

[theoxenfree]

Do you care about what others think of you? Sometimes, I really dislike myself for being so sensitive.

Unfortunately, if I ever have to confront a man who is not a family member, I know I won’t be able to do so without facing consequences. It’s not that I’m physically weak as a short woman; rather, I believe the law wouldn’t protect me adequately, and he might not face proper repercussions for his actions. Additionally, I would likely encounter severe victim-blaming, gaslighting, and guilt-tripping. Essentially, there is little support from the legal system unless one has money.

I wish I had been born in the USA. While that country also poses risks for women, it seems like a much better option than my own. Here, people prioritize protecting the country’s tarnished reputation over acknowledging the harsh realities we face. The way men in my country sexualize Russian women is truly disturbing. I still recall a boy asking a friend about a girl, questioning if she was Russian, a euphemism that implies prostitution because of her light coloured hair, and speculating about her price( basically they think white women are easy especially russian). I had no one to share this experience with without fear of judgment, which is why I’m confiding in you.

To the girls, especially white women dating 1st generation South Asian men, please keep in mind that our society is often regressive, and it’s very rare for people in our country to marry outside their religion, caste, and social circle.

Sorry,for trauma dumping, I won't do it again.

hello! I'm assuming you're same anon who asked me about how I handle shit men, yes? if not, I apologize.

to answer your question: sometimes I care what others think about me.

do I care that people think I'm highly efficient at my job and able to do what needs to be done in emergencies? absolutely.

do I care that I have a great rapport with the doctors and anestheists and other hospital staff? yes.

do I care that people know I'm a safe person to approach if someone is in danger? yes.

do I care whether my friends think I'm a good friend or not? yes.

do I care if men find me sexually attractive or approachable? no. do I care if I hurt shitty men's feelings and call them out? no.

but, I'm human. so, I do have my moments where I care if people perceive me as this big, scary woman without any softness bc that's not who I am at my core. and, people who know me find the dichotomy between how I look vs how I actually am absolutely fascinating.

the amount of times I've had people say they're genuinely "surprised" that I enjoy hobbies like writing, reading, crafts, and video games is insane bc they all assume I'm just into hardcore stuff, y'know?

so, the answer to your question is a very complex yes and no. bc I'm a woman born into a society where I don't fit into the neat, nuclear box of traits that I should have and outwardly exhibit. people either love it or hate it and that's on that.

onto your overall ask: thank you for confiding your life experiences in me and telling me these things. sometimes, it is easy to forget that the world is as large as the cultures, societies, and people in it and that it's not all homogenous.

I know what I have to say isn't helpful in the slightest, but I am not... worldly enough to give you a strong opinion on these matters since my life experience is limited to living in the U.S., but you're doing what you can with the system that is in place where you are.

I believe that it's the small things that we do to make changes that amount to larger ones in the end. subtle acts of kindness to other women, hard conversations where we are firm in our convictions and we don't let men gain an upper hand over us when we speak. protecting other women however we can.

the fears that you have about repercussions are very real, and I wish more than anything that they didn't exist and that you could speak out how you want and need to. but, please don't forget that, sometimes, you don't need to be the loudest person in the room.

at the end of the day, as much as I could encourage you to go for the eyes, I understand that not everyone will be able to do that and receive an outcome that won't be overall detrimental.

so, what I'll tell you is: simply do what you want and care for the women around you. and, above all else, be safe.

you're so much stronger and resilient than you give yourself credit for. I sincerely wish you didn't have to be, and that the place where you lived would protect you and other women better, but thank you for what you do do and taking care of yourself in the process

the euphemism about russian women is fucking awful, btw. I'm terribly sorry you had to hear something like that. but ty for taking the time to write this out to me and share it.

I'm always open to folks unloading their troubles into my inbox if that's what they need in the moment ❤️

[act-addict-actors-matchups]

@ne-nene-ne said,

[1/2] Hi~ May I pls have a matchup? I'm a ♏, ISFP, 5'0 fem w/ medium length dark hair & eyes. I like wearing sweaters/sweatpants a lot! I love to draw & sing especially! I'd sing softly to my s/o if we're close & alone together. I often take endless pics of the sunset bc it's so pretty! Tbh I'm a loner. I'm shy, quiet, awkward and I like my alone time. I'm friendly and good-willing towards others nonetheless! I've been told I have a positive aura. I'm more chill, silly & playful w/ family!

[2/2] I can joke around w/ them! I have a short temper but I forgive just as quickly. I can be hard on myself bc I feel it's necessary to improve. I'm an appreciative person so I'll say "thank you" like 1000 times lol! I highly value family & honesty! My ideal s/o is someone family-oriented, devoted, and genuine. Bonus points if they're funny too! I'd like someone who I can slowdance to soft, jazz music w/. My love language is Acts of Service! Tysm! Take your time, stay healthy & stay safe! ❤

✧ Thank you so much for requesting a matchup love. Tumblr is not letting me tag you so hopefully you’ll see this. 😔 I wish you well during this challenging time. Hope you keep safe as well! 😷

I’d match you with: . . .

➜ HOW YOU TWO FIRST MET ; Juza Hyodo is that typical cold guy in school that everyone is lowkey scared of. That’s how he seems from outside anyway. You were asked by your biology teacher to borrow the books for the class’s current lesson from the library on the spot so you took a beeline for the shelves as fast as you could. But for god’s sake all the books were placed at the topmost part of the science shelves. You stood there for a good minute while glaring at the books overhead. You knew you were damned for good since there were no chairs nearby that were available and the librarian was nowhere to be seen. You stomped you feet in annoyance until you felt a looming presence behind you. A tall one. When you turned around, you saw Juza grabbing the books at ease and handing it to you. You thanked him quietly which surprised him because you actually didn’t quiver with fear or panic in his presence??? and you genuinely thanked him?? It was not usual for him to hear someone express their gratitude towards him. Even the cashiers from sweet shops he’d like to visit secretly we’re scared of him for heaven’s sake. After murmuring a little “‘S nothing.” he walked away. And that was the end of it. Or so you thought. The second time you met the purple haired boy was in a cafe. You were patiently waiting in the line for this so called Peanut Butter Pound Cake S'mores. According to your friends, it was one of the best desserts the cafe ever had. To test that theory, you decided to check the dessert yourself. Everything was perfectly normal until a young teenage boy of average height with fluffy pink hair and light blue eyes bumped into you, spilling a little of his drink on you. Yes, I’m talking about Muku. Baby boy was so scared and flustered, he apologized to you multiple times like crazy. Luckily it wasn’t anything hot so you didn’t burn yourself. Giving the boy a soft smile, you said it was fine and he shouldn’t worry about it. But he is a kind-hearted and modest boy with the motto "doing one good deed each day" so of course he offered you to give some of the Chocolate-Caramel Sandwich Cookies he had ordered before to apologize properly. Normally you would’ve reject the offer but with the way he was looking at you, you couldn’t find the heart to do so. While waiting for your order together, you learned what the boy’s name was and that he came here with his cousin. When you heard that the first image that popped into your mind was a soft looking person just like him you. After you got your order, the two of you made your way towards their table. And with that, your previous thought was thrown out of the window just like that. There he was, one and only Juza Hyodo, the person who helped you in the library, was sitting in a chair, quietly munching on one of the many sweets in front of him. When Muku announced that he was back, his eyes shot up to him and then shifted towards you. Yeah, it was awkward. Nevertheless, you tried to offer the tall boy a smile, which he just nodded his head, cheeks tilted pink to get his sweet tooth exposed to someone from school. After you sat down, Muku began to explain how he accidentally bumped into you and spilled some of his drink on you. Juza got the picture and said nothing. Though, gradually he started to become more comfortable. Before you knew it, you befriend the young teenage boy with fluffy hair. You told Muku how you two first met, which he only exclaimed how cool his cousin was and how the scene was just like from a shoujo manga. So yeah, your friendship with Juza started that day and slowly but steadily developed into something more. You would see him at school and chat with him, give him snacks to eat together on the rooftop etc.

➜ PERSONALITY COMPATIBILITY ; Let me just start of by saying that you two are really similar in terms of personality. A loner who is shy, quiet, awkward, likes alone time yet still friendly and good-willing towards others? Yeah, you get to point. When you're dating someone who has almost identical personality traits as you, reading them becomes easier. Juza is honest and critical of himself but is more than willing to work hard on it to improve himself and so are you. You two motive each other become better versions of yourselves, constantly pushing forward hand in hand ad I think that’s a beautiful thing in a relationship. You two have the same values. He deeply values his comrades and family so he would love it whenever he saw you getting along with Muku or Kumon. He’s very protective of those he holds dear, so watching you interact with them and care for them as if they were your own family would make him fall for you even more. The same goes for him as well. He’ d try his utmost best to get along with your family. Physical affection is OUT the window in the first start of your guys' relationship though. And when you guys DO start attempting physical contact, he'd be so stiff. Baby boy really hasn’t had a lot of experience in regards to how to treat others with affection outside of his family. 🥺 but deep down, Juza has a soft side. He’s a bit shy with showing his affections, but he tries his utmost best to convey his love to you― one of them being if you ever needed him support with ANYTHING honestly, he’ll always make it known to you that you have his full support and that he’s always right beside you through everything.

➜ SHARED ACTIVITIES ; With an delinquent-like appearance that often gives people a "scary" impression of him, I feel like Juza would rather spend time inside rather than outside. For those with a serious sweet tooth, baking, especially with a lover has a double benefit: It engages the two of you in an activity you probably don't do often, and you get to enjoy something delicious afterward. You two make an especially decadent dessert when you're feeling ambitious, or simply break out a boxed mix if you're short on time — or baking skills. At first times, there is a lot of trial and error and you guys end up getting covered in flour and such, a cheeky smile present on your face. These are usually the times where you get to hear Juza’s rare laughs as he joined in your joy. Feeling too lazy to bake something? Have a candy tasting. Satisfying your sweet tooth is a foolproof way to survive. Stock up on different colors of Starbursts, Gummi Bears or Worms, Sour Straws, Hi-Chews, and whatever else you are craving— and then eat your way through the rainbow together. Bonus points if you’re lounging off your sugar coma with a movie on the couch afterwards, he doesn’t particularly mind what kind so it’s totally up to you which genre you want to watch. This one is technically not a date but sometimes you, Juza, Muku and Kumon play board games. Depending on how competitive you are, this idea can be a little dangerous. (looking at you monopoly.) But it’s always a blast to spend time with people you love and cherish.

➜ ZODIAC COMPATIBILITY ; Juza’s birthday is on September 27, which makes him a Libra. When Libra and Scorpio come together in a love match, they tend to make a very emotionally connected and mutually satisfying union. Though Scorpio is a brooder who can get lost in the confusing welter of their own emotions, Libra’s proclivity for balance and harmony helps keep Scorpio even. Scorpio can return the favor to Libra with their characteristic powers of focus, a trait that Libra usually lacks. These two are very compatible due to their similar needs in a love relationship: Libra is the Sign of Partnership, and Libra is happiest when in a well-balanced and intimate relationship, while Scorpio thrives on emotional and sexual intimacy with their mate. These two Signs can make a very loyal, close and satisfying partnership. What’s the best aspect of the Libra-Scorpio relationship? The power they find in unity. They can accomplish a lot, whether they come together for a cause in the business or romantic sphere. They are both winners and they won’t give up, making theirs a relationship that takes care of business.

[electricoutdoors]

What Happens to the Military and Police After SHTF – EROL and WROL

What Happens to the Military and Police After SHTF?

There’s always a lot of talk about how we’re going to survive following a SHTF event. What we should store, how much ammo we need, how do we filter water, how should we secure our homes, and on and on. But what about the government? Won’t they still be here after SHTF? Won’t the military still be around to keep everyone under control? Would the police simply go home and not come back?

Those are all good questions that we don’t stop to consider often enough. Let’s take a look at the police and military and think about how they may react after a SHTF event hit. [wc_toggle title=“Table of Contents” padding=“” border_width=“” class=“” layout=“box”]

The Traditional SHTF Scenario, an All Out Free For All

The Military and Police During WROL

What Would Lead to EROL?

EROL after SHTF

Would the Police and Military Go Along With EROL?

The Real Dangers of EROL

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WROL and EROL

The Traditional SHTF Scenario, an All Out Free For All

There are two different types of situations that I feel will drive the reaction from local, state and federal government agencies. The first comes with a traditional style SHTF event. In this scenario, the world has ended as we know it. It may be because of an EMP, some kind of catastrophic viral outbreak or anything else you can think of that would cause a SHTF. How we got here doesn’t really matter. What does matter is that the government has ceased to function as we know it, law enforcement isn’t coming when you dial 911 and so on.

This type of situation is probably what most people think of when we think about SHTF and what would probably lead to WROL (without rule of law).

The Military and Police During WROL

Many people who haven’t served in the military, or had a lot of exposure to them, think they are robots, or slaves, or some other kind of human automaton that will blindly follow orders regardless of what those orders are. This couldn’t be farther from the truth. You really need to look past the uniform and see the person under it!

Military and police personnel have families and lives outside of their jobs. When a SHTF kicks off they’re going to be just as concerned about their families as you are. They aren’t going to have time to come help if you call for help, or go running out to lock down the streets to stop rioters.

I don’t think the military will have much of an impact if something truly life-altering happens. Those that live on base may retreat back within the gates and try to secure themselves there, but those that live downtown are going to go to their families. The same can be expected from the police.

When SHTF comes it really will be everyone for themselves. Police and military acting in any kind of official capacity will be almost non-existent.

What Would Lead to EROL?

These types of events could be something like a gradual decline brought about by widespread social unrest and rioting or even a slow financial collapse where the dollar is slowly devalued until a roll of toilet paper costs more than a night out at the movies with the family. In these situations, the government is going to see the SHTF event coming and take what it sees as an appropriate action to try to protect the population of the country. This will most likely lead to EROL (enhanced rule of law).

EROL after SHTF

EROL is the exact opposite of what many of us think of when we imagine SHTF. Instead of there being no one to enforce laws, the military and police are enforcing a more aggressive form of law.

In this scenario, the government has tried to control a societal collapse in the only way that they really can, by implementing a police state. Armed law enforcement and military members on busy corners, military-style patrols on the streets, checkpoints and mandatory curfews are just a couple of the things you could expect in an EROL. In EROL the use of deadly force may even be authorized against curfew breakers.

The cities would have it the worst. A police and military presence would likely be visible around the clock.

The further you get from major population centers, the less impact you would see from EROL. Small towns may not see much of a change at all other than the occasional roving checkpoint or convoy passing through.

Would the Police and Military Go Along With EROL?

This obviously goes against everything that we believe in as Americans but it’s very likely to occur at the beginning stages of almost any SHTF event.

I believe an EROL would have a lot of buy-in from military and police personnel in the beginning. When the two options are to either keep the public under control and as safe as you can or let the country become a free for all, most are going to take the first option.

Leaders understand that their people would never go along with an order that involves widespread violence against the American people, so the chances of that occurring near the beginning of EROL is almost non-existent. My concern with EROL really comes after it’s been implemented for an extended period of time.

The Real Dangers of EROL

There are two major dangers that I see with EROL beyond the obvious.

The first comes during a best-case scenario. Imagine that the increased military and police presence were able to stop any widespread violence and the country was able to start moving in the right direction again.

When do you take the military and police off the streets? There’s no clear-cut answer to this question. When has a government ever given back rights after it has taken them from the public? If you look at history, the answer is sadly almost never. This means that now that we are going back in the right direction, we may never recover the rights that we had to forfeit. It’s a scary thought.

My worst fear comes from an extended EROL. In this scenario, there is no end in sight. The military and police presence hasn’t made anything better.

The longer the military is used to police the public, the more they’re going to see them as the “enemy”. The more often their buddies are injured by rioters, the more they’re spit on by protesters, the more they're hated by the public in the streets and in the media, the more likely they are to use violence in response to civilians.

Look at the police forces in major cities. Many of them have seen the public as the “enemy” for decades. Imagine what it would be like in a SHTF environment. This sort of experience drives an “us and them” mentality that you would never want to see between civilians and the U.S. military!

Do you let America devolve into anarchy after a SHTF or do you start taking away people’s rights in an attempt to keep some kind of order? It’s a difficult question that I sincerely hope we never have to answer.

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