#building connection

[howdoesone]

How does one flirt with a mime without breaking the silent pact?

Flirting with a mime presents a unique and playful challenge. Unlike verbal communication, flirting with a mime requires you to rely entirely on non-verbal cues and physical gestures. This silent interaction can be both intriguing and engaging, providing an opportunity to explore the depths of human connection without uttering a single word. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to flirt with a…

[protocolkh]

Navigating the World of Networking: Creating Genuine Connections

In today’s interconnected world, networking has become a cornerstone of success. But it’s not just about collecting business cards or adding connections on social media. True networking is about forming meaningful relationships that can benefit both parties involved.

When you network, you are not only focusing on what you can get from other people; you are also focusing on developing relationships that are founded on mutual trust and respect. These relationships have the potential to give you with guidance and support along your journey, as well as open doors to new opportunities and provide useful insights.

1. Start with Authenticity

2. Be a Good Listener

3. Offer Value

4. Follow Up

5. Be Patient

Check here to learn more

[onestepaheadlearningcenter]

It is common for parents and their children to clash over a seemingly endless list of issues, leading to conflicts. But talking to kids can help change that.

[anxi04]

give me a damian and tim who act like they hate each other but they’re just constantly on the same wavelength

they’re not allowed to patrol together cause criminals start ending up even more traumatized than before. tim makes the plans and damian executes them FLAWLESSLY

their missions together end with a blown up building, a flawlessly completed mission (even with said blown up building), damian with a new stray, and tim with a new criminal connection. also with damian trying to stab tim who’s paying for their ice cream instead of going back to the cave for their report

[trans-axolotl]

nothing makes me more insane than the phrase "selling your body" btw. like was i not also selling my body at every other job i've had where i had to be on my feet all day, lifting boxes, working in a warehouse, etc. why is it that sex work is uniquely labeled as "selling your body" while every other job is sorted into another category, no matter how much that job might have a physical impact on your body. lmao.

[seductivecharms]

Texting Tactics: 3 Steps to Spark a Meaningful Conversation with Your Crush

Texting has become an essential part of modern dating and can be a powerful tool for building connections with someone you're interested in. However, initiating a meaningful conversation with your crush can sometimes feel daunting.

How can you grab their attention, foster a genuine connection, and keep the conversation flowing? In this article, we will explore three steps that can help you navigate the world of texting and make a lasting impression on your crush.

Step 1: Piquing His Interest

The first step to sparking a meaningful conversation with your crush is to grab their attention right from the start. An intriguing opener can make them curious and eager to engage in a conversation with you. Here are some tips to pique his interest:

1.1 Grabbing his attention with an intriguing opener:

Avoid generic greetings and instead, opt for something unique and attention-grabbing.

Incorporate elements of mystery or surprise to make him want to know more.

Tailor your opening message based on his interests or recent experiences to show that you've been paying attention.

1.2 Injecting humor and playfulness into your messages:

Humor can be a powerful tool to create a relaxed and enjoyable conversation.

Use light-hearted jokes or playful banter to create a positive atmosphere.

Remember to be yourself and let your natural sense of humor shine through.

1.3 Asking open-ended questions that encourage thoughtful responses:

Open-ended questions prompt your crush to provide more than a simple yes or no answer.

Ask questions that delve into his passions, hobbies, or opinions.

Show genuine curiosity and actively listen to his responses.

Step 2: Building Connection

Building a connection with your crush is crucial for the conversation to evolve into something more meaningful. This step involves showing genuine interest in his life, sharing personal stories, and fostering intimacy.

Let's explore how to accomplish this:

2.1 Showing genuine interest in his life and experiences:

Ask about his day, his interests, or his goals to demonstrate that you care about what matters to him.

Show empathy and support when he shares something personal or challenging.

Remember details from previous conversations to make him feel valued and understood.

2.2 Sharing personal stories and experiences to foster intimacy:

Opening up about your own life can create a sense of vulnerability and trust.

Share stories that showcase your personality, values, and passions.

Encourage him to share his own experiences by relating them to your own.

2.3 Engaging in active listening and responding empathetically:

Actively listen to what he says, showing genuine interest and attention.

Respond with empathy and understanding, acknowledging his feelings and thoughts.

Avoid dominating the conversation and give him space to express himself.

Step 3: Creating Momentum

To keep the conversation alive and meaningful, it's essential to create momentum and keep things engaging. This step involves adding value to the conversation with interesting topics, suggesting future plans or activities, and balancing the conversation dynamics.

Let's dive deeper into these strategies:

3.1 Adding value to the conversation with interesting topics:

Discuss current events, shared hobbies, or mutual interests to keep the conversation engaging.

Share interesting articles, videos, or other media that you think he might enjoy.

Be open to learning from each other and exploring new topics together.

3.2 Suggesting future plans or activities to keep the interaction going:

Propose casual activities, such as grabbing a coffee or trying out a new restaurant together.

Plan virtual activities like watching a movie simultaneously or playing an online game together.

By suggesting future plans or activities, you show your crush that you're interested in spending more time with them and deepening your connection.

3.3 Balancing the conversation by allowing him to contribute and take the lead:

It's important to create a balanced conversation where both of you have equal opportunities to share and lead the discussion.

Give him space to express his thoughts, ideas, and opinions without interrupting or dominating the conversation.

Show genuine curiosity in his perspective and encourage him to take the lead in steering the conversation towards topics of his interest.

Conclusion

Initiating a meaningful text conversation with your crush doesn't have to be an overwhelming task. By following these three steps, you can spark a connection that goes beyond casual small talk and creates a foundation for a deeper relationship.

Remember to pique his interest with an intriguing opener, build a genuine connection by showing interest and sharing personal stories, and create momentum by adding value and suggesting future plans. Ultimately, be yourself, stay confident, and let the conversation flow naturally.

If you're looking for more ideas and conversation topics to keep the texting momentum going with your crush, be sure to check out our blog post titled Good Conversation Topics for Texting a Guy.

In that article, we dive into a variety of engaging topics that can help you keep the conversation lively and meaningful. From hobbies and interests to travel and dreams, we've got you covered with plenty of ideas to inspire your text conversations.

Visit our blog and explore the post to discover exciting conversation starters that will captivate your crush's interest and foster a deeper connection. Remember, the key is to be genuine, curious, and open-minded in your texting interactions.

[benzedrine-calmstheitch]

hey good news it turns out that people DO want you in their life and they ARE happy to see you

[puretopia]

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[randomness-is-my-order]

something about how wei wuxian was the kind of person to always join someone on the “crowded broad road” if only so he could be the “crowd” for that one person, but in the end, there was no one to deter him from the path of the single plank. it’s the way wei wuxian wanted to carry lan wangji when his leg was injured, when no one else would step in to help but wei wuxian did because someone had to. it’s the way he goaded wen chao and executed a strategy so everyone could get out alive because the “every man for himself” mentality wouldn’t help them out of that situation. it’s the way he immediately assured jiang cheng when he felt isolated in his family, the way wwx always stood up for yanli. it’s the way wei wuxian helped wen qing and the remnants with everything he had and the way he fought xue yang to justice because xiao xingchen deserved that defence, even in death. wei wuxian was always a reliable figure for people in need of his help, even in the future with the juniors coming to always look to him when faced with an issue–not because he would spoonfeed them solutions, but because he would never abandon them and leave them to fend for themselves. it’s the way, after his first life, wei wuxian finally gets this unhindered reciprocated support in the form of lan wangji and how he will never have to leave the broad road again because they will never leave each other’s side even in the afterlife.

[cenfitto]

i miss viktor oh my god they robbed us i was nutting in my jorts when this shit came on in season 1 with the fucking framing to pose the arm over his shoulder oh my god. can you imagine up at 3am to watch this on release and here comes a direct foreshadow teaser for your fucking Boy. i am chasing that high for the rest of my life like actually. and then they DONT EVEN FOLLOW THROUGH ON IT. WHY IS HE MAGIC. FUCK. WE COULD HAVE HAD IT ALL

[leafatlaw]

Me watching parkour civilization for the 1st time: 'The book was written in parkour' thats so funny, sure this series is a little silly but its got alot of funny moments even with all the vine booms :)

Me, another watch through and two weeks later: See everybody gets the capitalism metaphor in prkciv but- what most people dont realize is that it goes beyond that: the prison industrial complex. See, the people in parkour prison are forced to parkour not only for food but constantly and in many difficult ways. AND because we know that parkour operates as a form of currency in this world, the prisoners are being forced to do something that should result in them being paid, for nothing ! Which bares resemblance to how in the real world, privately owned prisons are able to make a profit by---

[hellspawnmotel]

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[ricky-mortis]

Curtwen Week Day 6: Happy Ending

[welcometogrouchland]

It's mostly the fault of poor editorial practices that B&R is so heavily misaligned continuity-wise w/ the main batman book. But walk with me for a minute:

You are Damian Wayne. You are 14 years old and have had one of the worst years of your life last year. Which is saying a lot.

Your brother, one of the people you were closest to, got shot in the head and forgot who you were. Your best friend went to space for a week and came back 3/4 years older than you, taking away your previously established dynamic and leaving you to have to bond all over again w/ a new one. You may or may not have gone wayyy too far with your new superhero team, who now all hate you, because you fucked up big time*

And worst of all, when you do try to do the right thing, you end up forced to watch Alfred, a father figure to you, the only one at your birthday that year, the person who has been so patient, loving and trusting with you, even when you probably didnt deserve it...die. you watch him die, and feel it's all your fault.

And your dad never corrects you on that last point. So you run away.

First to your mom who can tell something's up with you, she knows you don't give up that easy, you decide not to stay with her because you remembered how actually, neither of your parents are good at communicating with you despite their best efforts, so now you're 14 and flying solo.

And you do fly solo. For a while. Make new friends, new enemies. You think you're better off for it. You've got your best friend and your brother back. They're not around as much. It's fine.

And eventually your dad tells you that it's not your fault that Alfred died. Bit late but it's appreciated. Really. There's a bit of a hiccup where you get possessed by a demon and wage war against your father but after that, all in all, you two are...together again.

You start to think maybe you want to give him another chance, for the two of you to be father and son.

And in a change of pace, it works out! It's going good, mostly. He insists you go to highschool, you resist, feel like he wants you to be something that you're not (wants you to be normal), but eventually you acquiesce for your own reasons. He cheers you on at soccer and nosies around at your fundraising events with the other parents and gives you a stern talking to about your choice of girlfriend. Because he cares.

Except all the while this is going on, your dad is currently having his brain slowly taken over by an evil version of himself that he created and every time you look away he's slowly tearing your family apart (your brothers are just barely keeping it together. The ones who didn't get lobotmized that is Jesus Christ). You keep taking his side in these conflicts, for whatever reason. Maybe because he promised it would be different this time, and it isn't** and you're going to stick with him until he keeps his word for once.

But at the end of the day?

It's like your brother says. You're not the one who saves him. Broadly speaking, you've made things worse and needed others to come save you. And what else is Robin really for? You thought it was about redemption and teamwork but guess you're wrong. It's about saving your self destructive, apparently two-faced and erratic father. And you can't even do that right.

* TT (2016) by Adam Glass is a racist ooc mess, but unfortunately it's still canon so I'm referencing here, though like a lot of works authors clearly wish weren't canon but are, it's been subsequently glossed over. Win? Maybe? Or not?

** again Zdarky's characterization of Damian is so outdated as to be ooc, and considering the way he constantly and explicitly uses it to illustrate Tim's strengths as robin, I'd argue there's. Also implications there. But the batshit insanity of the main batbook compared to B&R rn is crucial for this post, so I'm attempting to justify it. This time..

[mxwhore]

Idk if you already got this request a while back but ever since I saw your sphinx Martin I would think what about a Harpy Jon to go with him

i hadnt actually! very fun to think about