#but they can help diminish pain or one's reaction to pain as well as helping people through difficult emotions

[bumblingbabooshka]

Hiiiii just wanna say I rlly like your oc’s and I’ve got a question :> what was T’Rahni’hk’s birth like? I’ve got that one deleted scene from the first kelvin timeline movie abt Spock’s birth stuck in my head and I wonder what it would be like for people from a different area of Vulcan :)

Most births in her village are done at home or in the nearest temple. T'Rahni'hk was born at home so the doctor and a healer were called.

In my mind - a 'healer' is different from a 'doctor' in that healers are more spiritual and focus primarily on creating a calm atmosphere. For example, this healer lit incense and lead Vaklorvek through a meditative prayer. This is done so that the non-birthing partner's thoughts and emotions do not negatively affect their bondmate. They essentially become a non-entity, emitting only calm and a general familiarity/closeness.

(I headcanon that the wider practice is that bondmates don't stay with their birthing partner and instead immediately go home once they're in the care of doctors so that they can prepare the house for the incoming infant. It's seen as more caring to be useful than to be physically present. However, because the village is so small and the births usually take place at home it's seen as more useful to just be calm and be quiet while the birth is taking place.) While the healer leads the prayer - an attendant (the age of an attendant ranges from child to elder) assists the doctor with whatever's necessary. Sometimes the doctor will call an elder in the family to assist as well. If there's a problem with the child the doctor and the non-birthing partner will typically take them to the nearest hospital. T'Rahni'hk was a very typical baby! Everything went smoothly as far as birth goes. She was born in the middle of the night, she had haphazard tufts of hair and her mother sang her a lullaby which immediately made her stop crying and they slept together until the sun rose.

[rorja]

Hiiiii! We've been absent for a while (rja the only one keeping this blog alive) because we are working on a very long fanfic.  It's a rewritten jjk plot to fill all the plot holes (but also adding new stories..) from Gojo and Geto's high school to their adult days.  There will be two readers, and ofc to avoid confusion they will have names so.. yeah. They're the so hated ocs that we fanfic writers are afraid to put out.  This story has been in our drafts since november of the last year and after so many "let's keep going", "let's rewrite everything" and "okay enough I need a break" we thought it's been time that we need to be brave.  So we wanted to share with you the two ocs and a teaser of the first chapter will come out in a few days.  ⸻YURIKO IORI

First year along with Nanami, Haibara and Marja. She's from the Iori clan and is Utahime's cousin. Her mother had been involved in a scandal about binding vows with curses that brought the elders to condamn her to the death penalty. Yaga, and old friend, pleaded them to spare her daughter and to give her custody to him, promising to take care of her and assuring she would not take the same path as her mother. Yaga took care of her, to the point he sees her as his own daughter. 

Personality: 

After so many years of being criticized because of her mother, she's a natural introvert that hides a lot her feelings. She's an open book only to Yaga and her friend Marja… and later also Gojo: her aloof attitude firstly irritated him, then appealed him and then it will be the fake walls he knew so well she liked to put up to avoid confrontation and dealing with her problems by herself.  When teased, she has the ability to think of very mean clapbacks in few seconds and that is the main object of Geto and Gojo's fun towards her. But in reality, she is very kind and loving to her friends, often taking the role of the one taking care of others however only Shoko sees her as a little cat that hisses but instead wants cuddles (and wants to be spoiled).  She's very smart, being one of the best first year student along with Nanami, her only weakness being math. Like Utahime, she loves music and plays the guitar alone in her dorm room and can be always heard humming songs. 

Relationships:

Marja's best friend. Her friendship with Nanami was born thanks to their time spent studying together. Haibara admires her ability to be so organized and smart, often preaching she's born a natural leader which frustrates her because she never received compliments like that. (He's find her also scary when she's angry). 

Her relationship with Gojo at first is only based on bickering, due to his arrogant personality that teases her to get a reaction and attention that he wants so badly but doesn't understand why. After the star plasma vessel arc, they get even more awkward. Even if both of them focus more on mission to avoid the school ground and process what they had been through, Gojo will manifest his dislike and worry of her career by calling her weak or diminishing her achievements causing many fights and long period of silence between the two. Everything will change after Geto's betrayal, Gojo's pain will finally show his true colors that will make friends that spend the nights together talking and reflecting about everything to the point of finally admitting their feelings for each other. 

Fun facts: 

She's an october libra as she was born October 16th. Though she's not fond of astronomy, she likes to indulge Marja. 

Yuriko would often be caught by Yaga trying to help both Marja and Haibara cheating midst their exams, throwing at them paper balls with the correct answers (which are useless because she has a terrible chicken writing)

Marja is responsible for her most used nickname: Riko-chan. Then later used by the whole group as an inside joke to make fun of her.

She is the only one that knows how to manipulate (fully on the term!) Marja. 

Yuriko is a bit of a perfectionist; something that is very well-known among the group, making her get along well Nanami. Indeed, he was the first one she befriended at school and the two of them would be often spotted on campus studying together. ⸻MARJA SATOU

First year along with Haibara, Nanami and Yuriko. She comes from the Satou clan and is the only heir, though she's not that well accepted in the family because her father is a foreigner, making her only half japanese. Regardless, she does not get along with her father, often scared of him to a fault because of the insane pressure due to her unusual cused tcursed technique and his tight connection with an italian cult. Her past is the reason behind the binding vow limiting her own technique.

Personality:

Marja is a very energetic girl, but her energy is mainly focused on having fun with her friends or pulling Yaga's last strings of patience. The group first hang together because of her: indeed, it all started when Marja and Shoko got paired up in the morgue and they started to work together. On her part, Marja is an ambivert girl that at first glance could pass up for an introvert, but it's when she gains confidence that her real personality takes an unexpected turn and it gets revealed her playful, laid-back and lazy true persona. Naturally this side comes out mostly with Yuriko. She shares some personality traits with Haibara, which is the main reason they get along so well to be called by the others 'twins'. Marja is quick to adapt to every situation she's in, without as much as to blink. It comes natural to her. But underneath her carefree personality, she hides a more mature side which is not often on display, not even with her best friend Yuriko and that is something that finds its root in her troubling past. Marja doesn't seem to take her job as jujutsu sorcerer seriously, but her words often tend to contradicts what she really feels or thinks. Her complexity lies in the fact that her morals are not defined nor she has firm beliefs, which is something that she carries from her childhood and could end up clouding her judgment.

Relationships:

Yuriko's best friend. She loves hanging out with Haibara, often preaching they are platonic soulmates or twin siblings in another life. Marja also gets really along with Shoko, as the two of them would spend most of their time closed inside the morgue either to tend to their researches or learning bits of medicine with the same professor. The only person Marja doesn't get along with is Gojo Satoru, for their personalities would often clash and crash. Nonetheless, their bickering could be considered as that of a siblings relationship, as none of the two gets taken seriously by the group.

Her relationship with Geto begins one-sided, for Marja develops a crush on the boy the months that followed the school's start. Their relationship begin very subtly but steadily, and somewhere along the road Suguru starts to feel the same way about the girl. Back in high school, Geto is seen to care for and spoil the girl a lot, even in something small as sharing their meal. Even so, Marja tends to be a bit clueless to Suguru's own way of showing his affection, believing that the boy treats her the same way as the other members of the group. After the blood vessel incident, both of them start to drift apart but after Geto's defection things only seem to worsen: on the very night Suguru massacred a whole village, he ended up hurting Marja as well which is something he would feel guilty about his whole life. On the days that followed his betrayl, it becomes painfully aware to everyone how much Suguru loved Marja, as he kept some polaroids of her between his poetry books. They of course don't see each other for a long time, and even though they share the same feelings, they will never have the chance to confess to each other. 

Fun facts: 

she absolutely despises Gojo Satoru and when she noticed that Yuriko had crush for the very same guy, she almost killed herself. For this very reason Marja is responsible for most of Satoru's nicknames: from snowflake to mess of limbs. She gets very creative when it comes to badmouth the guy.

She was born on June 27th, making of her a cancer. She likes to indulge in western astronomy and likes to make it everyone's problem (mostly Yuriko, who is always the victim no.1 of Marja's interests!)

She uses a family's heirloom that controls the wind to fight, for her cursed technique is quite useless in combat.

Marja is known to have a weird interest for the human's brain, whether it is in dissecting bodies together with Shoko in the lab or having a small figure of a brain on her desk.

Yuriko is responsible for her most used nickname: Ricchan. Then later used by the whole group as an inside joke to make fun of her.

If you have any kind of questions, please ask us because we want to talk (yap!!) about this project so badly and a post isn't enough!

[eternal-echoes]

“Following the abuse, some girls cease to be interested in men altogether, guarding their hearts against any relationships. These reflexes are understandable reactions to shelter one's heart from further pain.

If a woman does not gradually learn how to trust again, her ability to give and receive love will atrophy.”

-Jason and Crystalina Evert, How to Find Your Soulmate Without Losing Your Soul

(Emphasis is mine)

I think this is also another reason why Miyo initially wouldn’t confide to Kiyoka about her nightmares; she was still traumatized from her abusive childhood that she wasn’t well enough to receive Kiyoka’s love. The abuse diminished her self-worth so much that she didn’t think she deserves the love that Kiyoka is freely giving her. That seems to be the reason why she doesn't understand the concept of family:

But I believe it's only after Yoshirou's words to her that led her to start to heal:

She needed to heal from her family wounds first and that had to start with mending the ties with the Usuba household in order to move forward with Kiyoka. And getting the definition of what a family is from her blood family helped with the healing process as well.

Not only that,

knowing that Yoshirou understands the pain of having told someone they didn't really mean that hurt someone and now regret it helped her realize that someone sympathizes with her; that sympathy enabled her to regain her sense of self that was stolen from her by her abusive household.

Like a broken vase put together by a glue, she can now accept Kiyoka's kindness and love for her when she realized that she exists and worth caring for.

[bittrlys]

I don't hate the main cast of tdp but dam do I think the series has a lot of wasted potential for them.

Yeah this is gonna be a rant and a long one at that so sorry and a warning here.

Rayla: there was so much potential rayla that all gets diminished in the series in my opinion at least. For example rayla is pretty discriminatory towards humans but that's not addressed or brought into light as much as it is when its Callum being discriminatory towards elves. I wanted to know more about raylas moonshadow culture and how that heavily influenced her actions in leaving Callum for two years, I wanted to see what she was doing in those two years, why did she come back if she didnt find viren, what are her views on her being ghosted and having her only living father figure ghost her as well, what are her views on runaan or her anger towards her parent or her fears in having to deal with what might happen to Callum and his possessions or her fears of water (I absolutely hate how that was fully conquered off screen) or how she can be hypocritical at times but the narrative doesn't acknowledge it properly or ever. (I hate the fandoms perception of morally upstanding rayla and the prescription that rayllum is a healthy ship when it isn't and it lacks communication so badly it makes me want to cry)

Callum: he also had so much potential like I hate how we don't see much of callum's views on being an orphan, him maybe getting jealous at rayla for having parental figures that are alive, or his feelings towards runnan (they're touched in a comic but not the show and I hate that even more), or how he wants to keep everyone he cares about close to him and fears losing them, or how much of an over thinker Callum truly is, or how he could of had a proper arc with aaravos where he sees how humans were mistreated during history, or him interacting with ezran a lot more or how Callum has an interesting amount of Parallels with characters he kind of hates like runaan, finnegran and viren+Claudia. Sure Callum gets a lot more justice done within the narrative but the bar is in hell for that (also your last ask post explained perfectly well why I hated how the show handled rayla dismissing callum's worries)

I don't know a lot of callum's and rayla's arc very much center eachother to the point that there is no substance outside of what they both serve to rayllum .

Soren: probably handled really well but the way his arc was done so dirty in season 4 made me cringe like why put him in PJ's and make him a joke for such important character events?!?! I wanted to see a proper Soren reaction to Viren being alive, I wanted to see guilt eat him away at the state Claudia is in, I wanted to see him have conflicted feelings when it came to Viren and Claudia how he rejects them but also just wants a family or wants them back, I wanted to see the true breakdown of sorens character and how he uses humour as a way to cope or try to soften situations. I wanted soren to maybe play a role in Claudia's redemption help reach out for her, I wanted someone to see Soren and the pain he is in and offer comfort. (I do think that Soren was done the koat justice out of all the main hero cast this season)

Ezran: i wanted to see a lot with ezran like how he felt towards zubeia sending assassins to kill him and king Harrow, or how he feels towards runnan (yeah it's touched upon but not in the main show) or how he struggles to take on royal duties and tries to get as much freedom as possible but fails, or how he is trying to choose wisdom and peace above all but a pacifist can't always successfully avoid conflict and must pick up a weapon at times, or how he felt about rayla leaving or Callum throwing himself into studies and changing after such an event or how he handles being an orphan. Also does ezran ever search who the orphan queen is? Are they similar? Or does ezran get blinded by hate and labels it justice? How is his relationship with Callum? It seems like ezran has become an isolated character stuck in a role that isn't built for him and being strapped of any innocence and naivety at a young age. Finally, what is ezrans connections to animals and we should of gotten a deeper dive on how that effects him or how he uses it.

Zym should talk more the dragon is a plot device and he has no arc or depth going for him

Yes, my feelings on the main heroes of the show are they're fine on paper but the execution (namely, how little consequences they face and how stark it is in contrast to the suffering of the villains who are allegedly taking 'easy shortcuts') leaves me wanting.

Something you touched on which I also dislike is important information or character beats being stored in supplementary material. If I don't want to drop a hundred plus on books I'm missing out on things that matter? Okay! My city's library doesn't stock all of them. Even through questionable means they're not all available. Yet if you never read, say, the book one novelization, you would miss out on the damning humans v. unicorns lore, and you're left frustrated at how the show discusses the topic of human suffering and denial of magic. This is why, while aware of this side lore, I prefer to keep my analysis centred on the show's presented narrative ... and then you're left going, "Why the hell is Rayla doing that?" for example.

Rayla feels frustratingly lacking in an internal life. As you said, a lot of her feelings on things are just not covered. I don't pay attention to the fandom at large (I see their Viren opinions and start composing manifestos in my head) but it's tough with female characters. They're often either idealized or vilified, and either way there's little care for their complexities. Even real fans of the character, in response to typical sexist fandom backlash, tend to be quite defensive. I've been there, I know the feeling, but. I wish there were more honest conversations about Rayla's issues and the way she treats Callum.

Callum really should have had more to do with Aaravos, I agree. He could have learned a lot and been taken to interesting places. At least when it comes to Callum, he at least has his pursuit of magic as a strong thread throughout the show and its his personal journey that has nothing to do with anyone else. It's given him one of the most notable character journeys on the hero side of things. (He's also allowed to actually suffer a bit.) Still, the "Rayla is his guiding star" thing is emblematic to the way he -- and Rayla -- are both burdened by their relationship. I'm really not an anti-ship grouch and indeed I enjoy a good Romeo and Juliet ship but maybe the emphasis needs to be on "good."

Maybe if they'd been written as an intended couple from the start of the show there would have been more thought to how their stories would have to eventually meld while retaining their characters. There's an interesting thing this season to how Rayla (who is alone in the world post-banishment) is scared of ending up like that ship's captain and not choosing love versus Callum realizing he should be less motivated by fear and instead by love and how they're almost conflicting motivations to arrive at the same conclusion (prioritizing love.) Yet the specific framing doesn't exactly work for me.

I hope now that they're together the relationship drama part of their stories is going to be over, at least for a good long while. They can start communicating better, be a cool battle couple, and focus on their own stories while supporting each other.

Soren did get the best stuff this season, I agree, and as ever, it's because Viren and Claudia carry the dramatic weight of the series so being closer to them increases the quality of a character's story. Hah. But seriously, I really disliked how much of a joke Soren has felt like and how disconnected he feels from the heroes. He's felt like a prop so letting him have real feelings again that take priority in the story is really nice.

Ezran ... yeah. Like Rayla, I feel they aren't so interested in his internal world. "Being king is hard" or "being king is noble" is so 101. It's like there has got to be more to this kid than that and espousing various morality speeches. That he's single-minded and hardheaded and intent on quietly suffering are not uninteresting traits, but I don't know, maybe he feels so flat because as you said he's very isolated. He lacks a peer to confide in. His brother's always off doing his own thing and Bait and Zym are just pets, and I don't think he'd want to put too much on his adult advisors because he's so determined to do things by himself. Possibly giving Ezran a friend that he can both communicate himself to and have fun with would help inject some life into his character. If he's not very curious about the world around him, fine, but what if his friend was? What if his friend challenged him? I think Aanya could be a decent choice for this but she has her own country to run, so.

"STOP BARKING, ZYM" should be on T-shirt. At this point it feels like they don't want us to get too attached to him as a character because Aaravos is going to ritually sacrifice him. Which would be funny!

Thank you for the ask! ♥ (I got really excited at how you colour-coded their names haha it's so cute.) You brought up a lot of points I have thought about myself. I'm going to go into more of what I want from the character's stories eventually, but reading through your message a unifying theme for me is just "we need more insight into their feelings." And unfortunately a lot of the feelings I most want explored may not reflect well on Xadia (Rayla's banishment, Callum with the history of humanity, Ezran with Thunder/Zubeia/Runaan) so they probably won't ever get into that stuff. Alas!

[depressedhouseplant]

🔞 Just Fucking Write - Day 127 🔞

Prompt: Soobin Y/N full version

Tags: Unprotected sex (wrap it up kids), narrator is female, age gap (narrator is 10 yrs older than Soobin), nipple play, semi-public sex (also my brand apparently), “good boy”

A/N: Here’s the full piece. The newest part is at the bottom. Thank cold medicine & prescription pain meds for this one

“Is your MILFy co-worker here again?” Yeonjun stage whispered.

“I don’t think she has any kids,” Soobin replied.

“He’s right, I don’t have any kids. Can I help you Yeonjun or are you just taking up space at the counter?” I walked up behind him.

“No, I was just leaving. Have a good shift,” he scurried out of the shop in spite of it being empty. I stifled a laugh.

“You didn’t have to scare him,” Soobin tried to look offended and failed.

“I didn’t, but it’s fun,” I smiled as I walked behind the counter.

“And he was trying to compliment you. I think,” Soobin added.

“Just because I’m in my 30s doesn’t mean I’ve decided to reproduce,” I pointed out.

“I don’t assume,” he replied.

“So if you were going to compliment me, what would you say?” I leaned back against the counter.

“Oh, um…” he started.

“It’s okay. You don’t have to if you’re not into me,” I replied.

“No, I am, I’m just really bad at this even with girls…women…my age. I try to say something nice and it ends up coming across the wrong way,” he said.

“Nothing you can say will offend me if it’s meant with good intentions,” I said. It was mostly true. But he had let slip that he was into me.

“So I can just say what I’m thinking?” he asked.

“Say what you’re thinking,” I confirmed.

“You’re really fucking hot and I really want you on my dick,” he immediately slapped his hand over his mouth. I couldn’t help but laugh at his reaction. I stepped over to him and pulled his hand off his mouth.

“Well if we’re being honest, I’ve wondered what these long fingers would feel like in my pussy,” I wrapped our fingers together. He looked at our hands then looked at me, still somewhat like a deer in headlights.

“You have?” he squeaked.

“Mmhmm,” I noised, close enough now that our bodies were touching. “Want to know what else I’ve thought about?”

“Please,” he whined. I was feeling a distinct bulge forming at my hip.

“I’ve thought about what it would be like for you to come inside me, to feel all of you,” I continued.

“No condom?” he questioned. I shook my head.

“You trust me that much?” he asked.

“I trust that you’re clean. I’ve taken the proper precautions to make sure I don’t make a baby before I want one,” I replied. He nodded, even though I could tell he wasn’t totally sure what I meant.

“How about you change that sign to closed and we try one of the things we’ve been thinking about?” I ran my finger across his jaw and smirked.

“Yes, closed, yes, we are closed for the time being,” he agreed, scrambling to change the sign and close the blinds. I smiled. Too cute.

“Which thing did you want to try?” he asked when he got back over to where I was standing.

“I think I want to see how good you are with your hands,” I let my lips graze over his. “I assume you’ve fingered a girl before?”

“I have. And myself,” he nodded, then turned bright red.

“You really have no filter when you’re horny,” I teased.

“I barely have one when I’m not,” he replied.

“Fair enough,” I led him to the back and into the office.

“Here?” he asked as I unlocked the door.

“What? Don’t want to get bodily fluids on the boss’ chair?” I sat down and spread my legs. The effect was diminished because I was wearing pants, but he got the idea.

“And when the boss happens to be my dad?” Soobin asked.

“Doesn’t that make it hotter? Knowing you’ve done something very, very naughty in daddy’s chair on daddy’s dime?” I leaned back and bit my lip. It’s not like his dad ever came into the store. He owned 15 branches of this particular coffee shop and the only people who used the office were the managers on duty for opening and closing duties. However, the fact Soobin worked at this particular location made it the unofficial flagship store of the Choi Coffee Empire.

Soobin whined and flexed his hands, clearly trying not to press on his cock.

“So? What’ll it be?” I asked, slowly rocking the chair.

“Take your pants off,” he breathed. “And your top. I want to see your tits.”

“I always thought you were a boob guy. Should I just strip completely?” I asked.

“Yes, do that, I mean, please do that,” he agreed. I laughed and kissed him as I stood up to take my clothes off. I’d never had a guy so fully focused on me as I stripped. His eyes traced every curve, every move of my hands, his gaze dripping with desire.

“You can touch me,” I told him when I was fully naked in front of him. His hands and mouth went straight for my left tit. His hand gently massaged it as he licked and sucked on my nipple. My nipples were never very sensitive so I never got much out of nipple play. Soobin, on the other hand, was hard enough to rip his pants.

“Let me help you,” I reached down and opened his pants. I felt a sigh against my chest when they were hanging fully open. “Better?”

“Mmhmm,” he noised, refusing to move off my nipple. I tangled my fingers in his hair. “You know the other one might feel neglected if you keep going like that.”

“Right,” he pulled off and moved to my other nipple. In spite of my lack of sensitivity, slick was running down my thighs. I couldn’t remember the last time I’d had a partner this enthusiastic about my body. It was hot.

I moved my hands down his body and pushed his underwear down. I started lightly stroking his cock. He moaned against my chest. A hard press into the slit prompted him to pick his head up.

“What…was…that?” he panted.

“Just experimenting. Did you like it?” I asked.

“Yeah, yeah, I did,” he nodded. He kissed me, knocking me back into the chair. I spread my legs for him to get in between them better. “Sorry I got distracted by your magnificent tits. You wanted me to finger you?”

“Or fuck me or eat my pussy. I’m open to whatever,” I replied.

“I think I’ll fuck you. Want to feel you. Want to come in you,” he breathed between kisses.

“Good boy,” I grinned as he slid into me. We both groaned at the feeling of him inside of me.

“You feel…so good,” he breathed.

“So do you,” I agreed, pulling him down to kiss me. He was tall enough that he could hold onto the arms of the chair and fuck me while he was on his knees. I wrapped my legs around his hips as he thrust into me.

“This is kind of embarrassing, but I don’t think I’ll last long,” he panted into my mouth.

“Like won’t last the next 10 seconds or won’t last to finish me?” I asked.

“Oh I’ll make sure you finish. Don’t worry,” he assured me. He reached down and started playing with my clit with his thumb.

“Where did you learn that?” I asked.

“Umm…porn?” he admitted. I laughed until he started fucking into me harder. For a kid barely out of college, he knew what he was doing. “Want to feel you come on my cock before I fill you up.”

“You will,” I replied. I was blissfully making out with him when I felt my pussy flutter the first time. Soobin smiled against my lips and rubbed my clit more. Then I felt the second wave.

“Fuck,” I hissed as I came, pulling hard on his hair as he fucked into me. He kept fucking me then I felt his hips jerk and the warmth of his come spreading inside me.

“Told you,” he laughed a little when he rested his forehead against mine. That’s when I realized he was still fully clothed.

“Maybe next time we can both be naked,” I suggested.

“After work? My place? Only if you’re interested of course. I can even cook something,” he replied.

“How about we order takeout and yes, I’m interested,” I grinned.

“Great! I mean, was that too enthusiastic?” he asked.

“It was perfect,” I kissed him. “Yeonjun is gonna have a fit when he finds out you actually fucked me.”

“He might actually die,” Soobin laughed.

“Sounds like a him problem,” I said as Soobin pulled out.

“This…is gonna take a minute to clean up. Wait here,” he said as he tucked himself in and zipped his pants up.

It was naked and fucked out in the office of our shared workplace that I knew I was a little bit in love.

[hurlingsupport]

Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous (Gender Neutral Reader Insert)

Chapter 16: Selfish

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“I know it wasn't easy, but you made the right choice, kid. Thanks to you, we'll be done in no time.” Mitch compliments Darius, a hand on his shoulder that you're well aware does nothing to reassure him.

“We better be. Oh, god! I told you I never wanted kids.” Tiff continues to yelp and squeal as bugs nip at her, flinging her arms in every direction. “Now we have four of them and no guide.”

“We don't need a guide, babe. We have Darius. And he is taking us to… drumroll, please!”

“The watering hole.” Darius mutters.

“A one-stop dino-hunting shop! This kid is something! Didn't I tell you this kid is something, babe?” Mitch's voice is full of glee as you all walk through the dense jungle.

“Are you going to find our friends after this?” You ask, eyes narrowing as Mitch stares at you with a grimace. “Or your tour guide? I think Tiff misses him.”

Mitch's feet come to a sudden stop, and before you know it, the man is standing right in front of you.

“You're as nosey as the pink-haired one.” He sneers. “And there's a reason she's not here, so stop asking questions.”

He pats your shoulder roughly, a tight-lipped smile worn on his face. And as if he said nothing at all, he returns to his place right behind Darius. You all start walking again, hope diminishing. You don't pay too much attention when Sammy coughs, but when Yasmina falls to the ground, you immediately set your eyes on her.

“What?” Tiff hisses.

“Ankle hurts. I need a break.” Yasmina groans.

“Just for a little bit.” Sammy begs. “She can't keep going this fast.”

Before you can help it, your eyes widen at the realization that this is an act. You immediately revert your expression into a look of concern, even as you survey Tiff and Mitch’s reactions. Both adults hold looks full of exasperation, but neither argue.

“Fine! It's exhausting keeping these bugs away.” Tiff shrieks in distress as her words seem to increase the amount of bugs surrounding her. “Why are they only attacking me?!”

Mitch simply smiles at her distress, walking closer to try and deter the bugs. Meanwhile, you and Darius walk over to Yasmina and help sit her on the ground.

“We can't just go along with this.” Yasmina whispers. “We have to do something.”

“We only have two choices.” Darius asserts. “Help them and get back to our families, or don't and stay trapped here.”

“What about Brooklynn and Kenji?” You question. “They're obviously not going to look for them, and who's to say that they'll stay true to their word about us leaving?”

Darius squeezes his eyes shut as if your words pain him. And they must have because he can't even bring himself to look at you. “I - I don't know.”

You watch him struggle to find the words, and yet you know what he's trying to say before he even opens his mouth.

“I don't know what to do.” He admits, eyes wet with tears to come.

It's then that you realize something. Well, you've realized it long ago, but this only solidifies your theory. God, you're so stupid. You knew these people were bad. You knew that they'd only put you all in danger. And what did you do? You just let Darius lead you all into it.

Darius may be the impromptu leader, but that doesn't mean you had to listen to him. You could have convinced everyone to leave, even if he ended up hating you afterward. And still, you listened to him because you didn't want to put the work into changing anything. You were selfish, and look where it's gotten you.

It's happening all over again. The same thing that happened with Ben. You had him in your grasp. You had him. So close, so, so close. And now Brooklynn and Kenji are gone too. You let them go, willingly. And now, you're about to let the others go as well. But you refuse to. You won't let them die like Ben, not ever again. It won't ever happen again. It can't.

Your eyes flit over towards Mitch and Tiff, making sure that they're occupied by the bugs before turning towards the others.

“I know what to do.” You say quietly, and the pit in your stomach deepens as they send hopeful looks your way. “But I'll need your guys’ help.”

“Of course.” Darius says without hesitation. Maybe it's out of guilt, or maybe it's out of trust. You don't care either way because you're sure he'll feel nothing at all if you don't do this.

“I need you guys to distract Mitch and Tiff. It can be anything. You can even scream if you want to, I just need to get behind them.”

Yasmina furrows her brows. “Wait, why?”

Mitch is stronger than Tiff. He's stronger.

“I just need their eyes off me, that's all. And I'll make a run for it, find Brooklynn and Kenji, and we'll save you guys.”

“But–”

“Look, I'm probably the fastest runner since Yasmina's injured, and our only chance of escape is if we get Brooklynn and Kenji back.”

Brooklynn and Kenji are dead. Just like Ben. They're gone just like Ben, and it's your fault. You let it happen.

“We can't do anything like this. We need outside help, we need–”

A hand on your shoulder has you choking on your words. Mitch shushes you, a finger to his lips, which are upturned into a smirk. Looking in the same direction he is, you hear rustling.

“Babe,” he whispers towards Tiff. “You hear that?”

A twig snaps as the rustling grows closer and closer. And with night coming in so quickly, you can only hope that the darkness will help you all escape. Either that, or you hope the rustling is from a big predator.

Heavy footsteps approach steadily, with Mitch and Tiff crouching down to better hide their presence. You'd make a run for it now, but you'd rather the dinosaur make a meal out of the adults than your group.

Your mouth goes dry when Tiff sets down the flat bag she had brought with her, revealing a set of rifles that she wastes no time in preparing. Mitch cocks his gun as a faint snarling becomes apparent. Your dread increases tenfold when Mitch releases a blissful gasp.

“Oh, no.” Darius utters in horror.

A stegosaurus walks into view, entirely unaware of the danger it's put itself in. It lets out a bellow, treading towards some shrubs.

“Perfect. Look at those plates.” Tiff gasps in wonder.

“She's beautiful, isn't she, babe? Just stay clear of its thagomizer.” Mitch warns.

“What?”

“The pointy spikes on its tail, eh, bud?” Mitch pulls Darius close, as if he had just told an inside joke. The boy in question only looks down in shame.

“Whatever.” Tiff huffs. “Just take the shot before it gets away.”

The woman takes aim, the herbivore unknowingly giving the duo a clear shot.

“Don't worry, it won't feel a thing.” Mitch assures Darius, who rips himself away from the man as soon as he's able to.

The older man doesn't mind, instead joining his wife in aiming at the dinosaur just a couple feet ahead. There's a red glint on his face, a reflection of the red scope. It was almost poetic. You would have tucked it away in your mind for things to write about if it weren’t already occupied by how amazing a chance this was to run off.

You listen closely as Mitch spins the dial on his scope, a click, click, click, following it. You grab Darius's wrist, nodding your head in the direction opposite to the stegosaurus when he turns his attention towards you. But he only gives you a wounded look, and you remember his love for dinosaurs. It only takes a hesitant glance towards the adults from you for Darius to whip around whistle loud enough to startle both the dinosaur and the hunters.

A muffled shot goes off, a small branch falling to the ground. Mitch had missed, and now the stegosaurus knew that something was amiss. The reptile roars in fury, stomping towards you all with the newfound objective of defending itself.

Everyone screams in fright as the stegosaurus almost hits them head on. However, it seems the attack is in your groups’ favor, as it splits you apart from Mitch and Tiff. That feeling of relief doesn't last long, however, as the four of you quickly fall into the danger zone of its tail and rush to run away; now from both the dinosaur and the hunters.

You almost lose your footing when the stegosaurus's stomps shake the ground beneath you, but when Tiff enters your vision it's easy for you to switch directions. Your feet hit the ground harder and harder until the dinosaur's cries are long behind you. You only falter in your running when you hear Sammy cry out with an accompanying thud.

Mitch is in front of you, gaining a grasp on Darius, and when you turn the other direction you watch Tiff get ahold of Yasmina. And yet you keep running towards the woman, making eye contact with Yasmina. It's quick and sudden when the girl grabs Tiff in return, holding her wrists in place as you jump atop of the woman's back.

Your legs wrap around her waist, and you squeeze her neck in your arm, locking your hold with the other. You were the tallest out of this bunch. You were also the oldest, even if only by a couple months for certain people. You squeeze and squeeze, even when Yasmina loses her grip and Tiff's nails start clawing at you through your sweater.

Mitch is stronger than Tiff. Mitch is stronger than Tiff. Mitch is stronger–

A gunshot rings out, and you find your grip on Tiff going slack. Still, as soon as you hit the ground, you're running, just like you said you would. Just like you told them. You run and run, and you keep running even after that. There's liquid dripping down your face, perhaps a mixture of sweat and tears. You feel gross. Lightheaded, too. You can hardly breathe, and– oh, wait. That isn't sweat is it?

Your pace slows, only for a second, and then you're running as fast as you can once more. It's just a nosebleed. You always get those, this would be the third time. He must've shot the bridge of your nose, that's all. So instead you breathe through your mouth, despite how much it hurts when the skin on your face stretches with your mouth.

There are chirps around you, and they become especially apparent when your pace slows. Chirps and shrills you know come from Compies. Why are they here? Why are they nipping at you? You need to go faster. Faster.

You yelp when one jumps onto your shoulder, taking a bite at your neck. You throw the dinosaur off and continue at a faster pace. Your feet only stop hitting the ground when you see some familiar tents. You practically throw yourself into the bathroom yurt, hurriedly crawling towards the cabinets. You pry them open with trembling hands, searching and searching for…

For what? You're fine. You just have a nosebleed. But that shot definitely nicked your bridge, so you'll need bandages for that. You'll be fine. No, no, you are fine. And so is Darius. And Sammy and Yasmina. Maybe even Brooklynn and Kenji. But not Ben. No, not Ben. Not ever again.

Your fingers grasp a rectangular kit, coated in a red fabric with a white cross on it. Just what you're looking for. It's all you need, and then you'll go look for Brooklynn and Kenji. Just like you said you would. You pull out the bandages hastily. You should disinfect them. You should disinfect your wound. But you can't think of doing that. Not when you pull them to your face and feel the bloody mess that it is. You're almost happy that you're sprawled across the floor, just so that you can't see your mangled form in the mirror. This entire time, you didn't even realize you were only seeing out of your left eye.

Your bridge was certainly damaged, but it's a gash rather than a minor scrape. It explains the blood gushing both from your nostrils and the top of your nose. But further, on the right side of your face, it's pouring blood. But that's normal, isn't it?

Head injuries bleed more than other injuries because of all the blood vessels located there. It's probably not severe. It's fine. Still, you can't help but sob as you stuff the newfound laceration with bandages in an attempt to slow the bleeding. There's so much blood. It's on your hands, under your nails, on your sweater, on the floor. Another sob rips from your throat as the sound of chirping reappears outside the yurt. They know you're dying.

Still, after stuffing the wound, you clumsily grab the scissors from the kit, snipping the bandages short. After that, you begin to wrap it around your head. It's not tight enough, though. You're not sure how head wrappings work. And it doesn't help that your face is wet with a mixture of tears, sweat, and blood. So much blood. Your hands fall to your sides, and you find yourself slumping against the counter. Still, the chirps from outside encourage you to crawl towards the stall.

Weakly, more than you've ever been before, you pull the curtain shut and fall onto the toilet. Your chest rises and falls at a slow pace, too slow. You're going to die, aren't you? You spare a glance down at your hands, fingers twitching even though you want them to be in your face. You want your hands in your face so that you can look at the blood, and the grime, and the dirt. But your finger only twitches.

Your eyes - no, your eye is wet with tears. You don't have a right eye anymore. The realization just makes more tears fall. God, you're so selfish. You're sitting here, crying in those hunters’ yurt while everyone else is out there struggling for their lives! You were supposed to find Brooklynn and Kenji! Get up! Get up!

Your finger twitches. A droplet of blood falls from your pinkie. And you cry. You cry because no matter what you did, nothing ended up right. Nothing ever does. Now you're going to die. Cold and alone.

A scream escapes your lungs, not one full of rage or anger, but rather misery. You're alone. After all of this, you're still alone. But you don't want to be alone. You didn't ever want to be alone. Especially not with your body failing you as you lie still in a bathroom stall. That's the way a druggie dies. That's the way you fear your parents are going to die. And you never wanted to be like them.

Your leg kicks involuntarily, or maybe you told it to do that, you're not sure anymore.

You want your mom. Or even your father. You want to be held. If only one more time. You had to have been held as a baby. Maybe when you were born, your parents were actually people. Maybe they had chores to do, dishes to wash. Maybe your mother held you, laughing about how small you were. You feel small now. Could she hold you the same way? You want her to. You want her to hold your hand just as she did when you were young. Before the needles. Before the injections. Before trash began piling against the walls. Before roaches started claiming your home as their own. Before you had to rely on the EBT card in the mail to buy food for yourself.

Before any of that, you want the woman before that. You know she was a person once, and your father must have been too. You wish your father could lift you up on his shoulders and make you feel as tall as he is. You want him to ruffle your head and whine about your dislike for sports, only to give you notebooks on Christmas because he knows you like writing.

You wish you could rant about your stories to them, about the relationships between the characters and how much of the story is left. Even if you knew they weren't very into it, it would have been nice to know they were listening. To know that they cared enough to smile and ask questions.

You wish they would look at you. You wish so badly that the fog would lift, that their high would end, and that they'd look at you and see how terrible they've been. That they'd see your pain. That they'd see how much you're suffering. Please look. Please look at me. Look at me dammit! Can't you see how badly you're hurting me?

The worst part is that they don't even mean to. They don't even understand that you're hurting. They don't know how many nights you went hungry before you realized you would have to cook your own meals. They don't know how long the dishes piled up before you realized they wouldn't clean them anymore. They don't know anything, and it's horrible.

Your breath is shaky. It feels as if no matter how much air you suck in, it's not enough to fill your lungs. You're dying. You're dying, don't you know?

And yet, despite everything you haven't experienced and everything you want to experience, you're happy. You're happy because at least you'll be with Ben. Isn't that sad? You think it is, but you don't care. You remember the warmth you felt when you dreamed of being with him, and it's enough to comfort you. At least someone looked at you. At least someone saw you. And then they died, and soon you will too. But at least you can stay with him and Bumpy. You won't ever stumble upon their rotting bodies on this island. At the very least, your death wasn't caused by a poke and a high. At least, at least, at least…

You feel warm. Warmer than you should be. And you can hear, distantly, the absence of chirps and instead the sound of a voice. And yet, you feel horrified. Please, please just go. Why can't they let you be selfish, just this once. Please. You don't want to live anymore. You just want to be with Ben and Bumpy. You don't want to wonder if your parents will ever look at you again, you don't want to wonder what to cook for yourself again, you don't want to research how to get rid of mold. You just want to be happy. Is that such a selfish desire?

It apparently is because now your limp body is being lifted up into warm arms. And, maybe it isn't such a bad thing. You're going to die anyway. In warm arms, holding you tight. Holding you as if you were something precious. More tears escape because at least you're not alone. At least the person holding you is warm, loving, and oh so familiar. And distantly, you think you may be dead already. Because you're sure you've heard Ben.

[tarnished-butsogrand]

Well, lately I feel like the wave of hate towards Liam was increasing, I thought it would decrease, that he would finally find peace and that this treatment of him wouldn't affect me, because he'll never read it, right? But I have a huge zeal for Liam's memory and this massive hate has been tormenting me. In my country (Brazil) I had to read a tweet about "not knowing if it would be better if Liam was alive tormenting Zayn on tour or if he was dead making Zayn pretend to care about him, since even dead he doesn't let Zayn and his fans have peace". That was a lot of X (disgusting social media) that I don't have anymore because I couldn't handle so much hate on Liam there.

Now I ask myself, why isn't Liam worthy of empathy like the other ex-1D members are? Why is Liam called an abuser (without evidence), but Zayn was prosecuted for hitting Gigi's mother and Louis hit a woman at an airport. Why is Liam accused of cheating on his girlfriends and Niall, who cheated and even got a song from her, wasn't attacked for it? Why is Liam accused of racism when HS was accused of Zionism and nothing happened? Why is Liam always attacked by solo fans as if his idols were an example of morality and ethics? Please, Lizzo publicly attacked Liam without even knowing him, a CONVICTED sexual harasser.

And I feel even more outraged by the fact that people still pretend that Niall and Harry were Liam's friends when in fact they only thought about protecting their own careers. Liam only had help from Louis, and still Louis was more destroyed than everyone else, even though he did so much for Liam. Zayn only feels guilty, and I feel sorry for him, but now nothing helps. They can pay a thousand tributes at shows, this pain will not diminish and he will have to deal with it for the rest of his life.

I'm tired of this empathy with those who never really loved Liam, who didn't even treat him with respect, with those who only used him when he was publicly positive marketing and then discarded him like trash. It wouldn't hurt to tweet asking them to treat Liam well, to be less cruel on the internet, but they didn't even do that. They don't deserve my respect, my empathy, or my forgiveness. I don't wish them anything bad, I want them to feel how Liam felt and I'm not ashamed of that.

(I don't need to send this anonymously, I'm not afraid, Liam was never afraid to say how he felt and be honest.)

The unkindness towards Liam that I have been witness to in the comparatively short while I have been in the One Direction online fandom is genuinely so heartbreaking. Even in his death, he cannot be left alone. Even in his death, people cannot find compassion for him.

And all these posts and tweets about Liam tormenting Zayn or any other member of the band- what's tormenting them is not Liam but their conscience. I am genuinely sorry for all the Zayn fans who have had to bear witness to him paying Liam a small tribute at the end of every show, I understand how difficult it must be for them to excuse their behaviour towards Liam when their own idol has chosen to walk a very different path.

What you said about the difference in people's reactions towards the allegations made against Liam versus the physical assault cases against Zayn and Louis has been running through my mind for a long time. It's almost like people don't want to believe anything bad when it comes to anyone else but with Liam -. Everyone else is innocent until proven guilty but Liam's always guilty until proven innocent. I am not saying that those allegations are false but he deserved to have a chance to say his own piece too. But now he will never get to. People overlook so much when it comes to anyone else but with Liam, they'll find the tiniest fault and make it into an opinion about his character.

You are right about everything else you've said. I have nothing more to add. In an ideal world everyone who had a part to play in this whole debacle would get what they deserve and maybe then people would learn empathy. But we don't live in an ideal world, and that's just sad.

Sending you love ❣️

[zenkor123]

What is the plot of your main fic?

Trigger warning: Morphling.

Following the cafeteria incident Peeta begins making progress on his recovery but that is disrupted when Arthur Cartright is killed by PK insurgents in D2. Delly lashes out at everyone and when Peeta tries to console her she calls him a mutt and failed project saying he isn't Peeta at all. Peeta has a moment of doubt wondering if the current treatment plan will work.

Coin sees an opportunity in this, she has long harbored a Jealousy of Katniss for being the MJ instead of her when it is Panem's destiny to rise under her leadership as she is the rebellion not Katniss. She figures out a way to punish Katniss for this.

Give Peeta D13 citizenship utilize Peeta’s identity problems to utilize him. Coin deems that Katniss will escape Peeta whenever possible she hopes to drive to her to a state of self loathing alone with no one. People will wonder why Katniss was ever the Mockingjay and how it was ever possible, Katniss's place in history will be replaced by Coin.

She allocates resources away from treating hijacking and towards turning Peeta Mellark and Annie Odair into workers with the caveat that no one is allowed to mention Peeta's memory/identity.

Katniss is uncomfortable with Peeta walking in an about 13 and protests to Coin, who wants Katniss to endorse her program and make a disparaging comment. With contempt Coin sneers that Katniss is an unstable and selfish girl who 'abandoned' Peeta. Katniss says that Peeta is a mutt, he isn't Peeta and Johanna's right saying that 'you can have her' to Coin.

This was recorded so all of 13 could hear this and turn against the MJ. The message Katniss even if she wasn't responsible for Peeta is morally ill suited to be the MJ. She abandoned her supposed lover but goes into action for people she does not know. The isolation of Katniss begins, with Haymitch joining a branch of the morphling industry of 13 called the victors cell, blasting Katniss for "giving Peeta to Coin" and stating that his mentoring is finished as he cannot help her.

Peeta also joins the morphling cartel, not sure of who he is, but trusting in his doctors, a plan to expose him to triggers until the triggers are diminished is crafted by his doctors. In late September he sees hours of footage of himself after the rescue and his strangulation of Katniss, and is given an incapacitator which will knock him out if he is too far out of it. Numerous treatments are given for his episodes-PTSD therapy for his time in the capitol, Constant talks from doctors, keeping himself occupied at all times, various pills, physical therapy that include exposure to something analogous to physical pain.

They also ensure work to combat Peeta's DID like symptoms ensuring that Peeta know that who he is now is who he is and he isn't a separate person when he has his episodes. He is him. But beyond that his identity is up to him, and what that results in isn't pretty to say the least. He remembers bad memories more then positive memories becoming convinced that 13 without any utilitarian purpose refused to give up on him.

Peeta Mellark works 20 hours a day, and is later drafted to the D13 military against his protests, he makes new friends and reconnects with old ones, exploring sides of 13 Katniss hadn't noticed.

When Peeta becomes BFF with Annie and Finnick Katniss is isolated from them as well as from Johanna who goes nude in front of Peeta leading to hostile reactions from Katniss. Gale makes no effort to approach her. Her refuge from Peeta training to kill Snow, is defiled as well when Peeta is compelled to show up to training.

Both Katniss and Peeta show hostility to each other along with attempts at cordiality followed by general cordiality. Peeta is a stranger to Katniss, Peeta may be good at putting on a mask of sanity but to Katniss the damage from his identity problems, the mental instability of Peeta are apparent. The knife of Katniss's grief twists again as Katniss and Peeta both view Peeta's old self as gone, and hearing Peeta describe what it means for him, describing it as a second chance in life only furthers her desire to kill Snow and bite the nightlock. While remnants of the Jacker conditioning initially shape Peeta's sense of an imminent danger from Katniss even with that gone, with identity issues, and damage to his ability to recall memories from his hijacking(the memories are there they are difficult to summon), whatever self treatment he does to reconstruct what is true or false about his past often brings him farther from the truth then he was originally or gives him selected aspects of the true timeline.

Yet his nueral pathways continued to repair itself naturally feeding his efforts despite the memory damage that made him forget his favorite color, mortal fear of episodes, memory triggered headaches, and bitterness at those memories being "lost." Comparing his observations of Katniss to his memories, associating everything from the color of floors, and fighting through memory triggered episodes were the most effective methods used in his self treatment along with critical evaluation.

Gale makes it clear he will only be friends with Katniss, Johanna makes up with Katniss, and she tries to befriend Delly, Finnick makes Peeta give her baked treats he made. So this continues until Prim begins taking up morphling and Peeta has a lethal episode on the 7th(possibly orchestrated by Coin) and Katniss snaps blowing up the den Peeta works in, Katniss blasts Coin and tries to resign as the Mockingjay. Coin sustains damage and is forced to resume treatment of hijacking but Katniss is institutionalized. Katniss manages to secure treatment for Peeta's hijacking, and taking off of Johanna, Peeta and Haymitch of Morphling with the help of D6. The districts distrust of Coin grows. Put together by Coin Katniss and Peeta must navigate a new arena District 13

[medusapelagia]

20 AU-gust: Reconnection

Rating: Teen and up Relationship: Steve Harrington/Eddie Munson WT: sickfic, hospital, Medical Inaccuracies WC: 1673

He knew it.

He fucking knew it.

And he came the same.

Fuck.

It’s Dustin’s wedding. He couldn’t exactly be absent being the best man. What hurts is that obviously, Eddie is one of the groomsmen.

He should have known it, or at least asked. But he didn’t because he is a fucking coward, so now he is sitting next to Eddie at the stupid rehearsal dinner while the boy keeps making small talk with one of Suzy's bridesmaids.

He sighs, is not every day that you meet a famous music star so he is not surprised that everyone is trying to get Eddie’s attention, what it’s really annoying is that he is trying to ignore him and he has no one to talk to.

Three years.

Three fucking years since the last time they saw each other.

He fucking remembers that.

He remembers every stupid detail. 

How hard it was raining, how cool Eddie was with his shirt unbuttoned and his tattoo in full view, how the fuck his heart ached when Eddie broke it.

“I’m not ready to come out Stevie.” he has told him “My career is just at the beginning. Maybe later on, when I’ll be more famous and I’ll have more fans, but right now my situation is… delicate.”

His situation was delicate.

His.

Not Steve’s.

As if he hadn’t come out to his parents losing everything just to follow Eddie to LA and help him make it big.

It worked, oh god it fucking worked, even too well.

He remembers how he went from club to club asking them to let the Corroded Coffin play. How he used all the charm that he had. How he worked night and day to make enough money to pay for that horrible one-bedroom apartment just above the Chinese restaurant. His clothes still smell of a Chinese restaurant even years after they left the apartment.

He looks around the room, everyone else seems to have fun.

Well, at least the food is good, so that’s what he is doing, keeping his stomach full trying to forget about all that happened.

He looks at his plate.

Risotto.

He loves risotto.

He looks for a moment toward the happy couple table, knowing that Dustin chose it for him, but he is involved in a conversation with his future-in-law so he starts eating while everyone else is still chatting.

The risotto is very good, maybe the cook is Italian.

“Man, are you ok?” someone asks him and he turns toward one of the other guests.

“Yes. Why?”

“You are red. Like… really red.”

Red? He is angry but not so angry to…

At that moment the waiter comes back with another plate “This one is without shrimp. Who is allergic?”

Steve’s hand lets the fork fall to the ground as soon as he feels his throat start to swell.

He needs his bag, he has an Epipen somewhere. But he didn’t carry his bag! It’s in his room.

Oh god.

He is going to die of an allergic reaction the day before Dustin’s wedding. Dustin is going to kill him.

Suddenly he feels cold hands on his face and a familiar voice talking to him “Steve. Stevie, look at me. Where is your Epipen?” 

“Room.” He manages to babble.

“Shit. Someone go to his room! NOW! Hey, hey, is going to be ok. Keep your eyes on me ok? Steve? Stevie? Where the fuck is that Epipen?”

He is so stupid. How could he have left the Epipen in his room? He knows that he is fucking allergic! He knows that he needs to have one with him always.

He can’t breathe, his chest feels tight and he is going to black out.

At least the last thing he will see are Eddie’s eyes.

God, he is such a sap for that boy.

He takes what he thinks is his last breath and then he feels someone holding his leg and a sharp pain in his thigh.

Immediately his muscle starts to relax and he starts to take some fast breathing.

“Slow… try to breathe slowly… you are fine. Everything is fine. Just keep breathing, ok sweetheart?”

He opens his eyes and Eddie is still holding his leg, the Epipen is sticking out from his slack.

“Steve? Can you hear me?”

He nods, the swelling in his throat is diminishing but he doesn’t feel good enough to talk.

“Ok. I’ll take you to the hospital.” He says, picking him up bridal style.

Dustin is almost crying “Oh my god! Steve! I told you that there were shrimp in the risotto! Why didn’t you ask the waiter when he gave it to you?”

Because he was too busy trying to ignore the boy that now is taking him to his car as quickly as he can.

“I should come with you.”

“Will be fine, Dust. Stay with your family, we will see you tomorrow at the altar, ok?”

“But you and Steve…”

“We can be adults for a few hours. Now we really have to go. Enjoy the party.”

Eddie gets in the car and starts to drive as a bat out of hell.

“Are you still with me big boy?”

Steve nods, too tired to answer.

“Good. Now we are taking a trip to the ER and then I’ll take you back in no time. I know that you need your beauty sleep before the ceremony.” He winks at him trying to lighten the mood.

Eddie parks outside the ER, and enters screaming for help, a kind nurse brings a wheelchair and Steve feels so bad that he doesn’t complain and lets her pull him around the hospital.

They give him another shot and keep him under observation for a couple of hours until the swelling is completely down and his oxygen level is back to normal.

“Pay more attention next time. Anaphylaxis can be deadly.” the doctor scolds him before discharging him from the hospital.

He is ready to call a taxi, when he sees Eddie who is running toward him “You ok?” he asks anxiously.

“Yeah. Sorry for the chaos. You should not have waited for me. I could have called a taxi.” he says, getting in the car.

“Are you fucking serious right now? You almost died in front of me and you thought that I was going to leave you here?!”

“It wouldn’t have been the first time.” he murmurs.

“Are we really doing this, Steve?”

“You left me! You broke my fucking heart!”

“And I’m sorry! But that doesn’t mean that I don’t care about you, Steve!”

“If you did, you wouldn’t have waited three years to talk to me. And only because you thought that I was going to die.”

“I don’t want to fight with you, Steve. Especially not now.”

“Admit that you don’t want to talk with me and we will be fine.”

“You never call either.” he rebukes.

“You were the one that broke up with me!”

“And I thought you didn’t want to have anything to do with me anymore.”

Actually… he didn’t. But now that he saw Eddie again his heart bleeds like the last time that they saw each other… and maybe… maybe being friends is better than nothing.

There is a dark silence between the two of them, but when they get back to the hotel Eddie takes Steve’s hand “Can I sleep with you?”

“I’m too fucked up to have sex, Eddie.”

“No. I just… I just want to be there in case you need help. I bought another Epipen while I was waiting for you. I… I don’t want you to be alone. I can sleep on the couch, I don’t fucking care. Please.”

It makes sense. Still. It hurts.

“Steve?”

“Ok. But you sleep on the couch.”

They get into Steve’s room and he undresses quickly in front of Eddie without thinking. It’s only when he hears a deep moan from Eddie’s mouth that he turns and remembers that he is not alone in the room.

“Sorry.”

“You are still stunning.” Eddie replies, looking at him with no shame.

“Glad you notice. It’s a pity that you are not into men.”

“I came out.”

“What?”

“I came out. Two years ago.”

Oh. Two years ago. One year after he broke up with Steve.

“Cool. Who is the lucky man?”

“You.”

“What?”

“You are the love of my life and I was selfish and stupid and Dustin and I made all this complicated plan to make you fall for me again, but then I felt selfish again. You were doing so well without me, why should I come back into your life with all my shit? I’m not a nice person, Steve. I’m childish and selfish, and fucking in love with you, but I’m no good for you.”

“That’s the worst declaration ever.” Steve snorts, sitting on his bed.

“It is. And I’m the worst boyfriend ever. And I broke your heart. But I swear that if you give me another chance I’ll do my best to avoid repeating the same mistakes. I wanted to start with something big, like asking you to come with me to the Grammys.” Eddie says with a smirk.

“I am dead on my feet. Can we talk about that tomorrow?” Steve asks, getting ready for bed.

“Of course baby. You take all the time that you need and I’ll wait for you. Are you tucked in as you like?”

“You remember?”

“Of course I do.” Eddie replies, getting closer and moving the sheets to keep him comfortable and then he kisses his forehead as he was used to “Shit. Sorry. I didn’t mean it.”

“I liked it.” Steve replies, his eyes almost closed “I missed you, Eddie.”

“I missed you too baby.”

The next day, when Eddie catches the bride's bouquet, he offers it to Steve.

He smiles, still unsure of where they are but still deeply in love with the boy who broke his heart and promised not to do it again.

The next day, when Eddie catches the bride's bouquet, he offers it to Steve. He smiles, still unsure of where they are but still deeply in love with the boy who broke his heart and promised not to do it again.

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Mint Oil for Oral Health | Benefits | Side Effects | Interactions | Who Should Avoid | Takeaway

Mint oil, derived from the leaves of the mint plant, has been used for centuries for its refreshing flavour and medicinal properties. Today, it is widely recognized for its benefits in oral health, making it a popular ingredient in toothpaste, mouthwash, and other dental care products. However, like any natural remedy, mint oil has its benefits, side effects, and interactions that should be considered. This blog will explore the comprehensive aspects of using mint oil for oral health, focusing on its benefits, potential side effects, interactions with other substances, who should avoid it, and the key takeaways for its use.

Benefits of Mint Oil for Oral Health

Mint oil offers a range of benefits for oral health, making it a valuable addition to daily dental care routines. Here are some of the key advantages:

1. Freshens Breath

One of the most well-known benefits of mint oil is its ability to freshen breath. The strong, refreshing scent of mint oil can help mask bad breath and provide a clean, pleasant taste in the mouth. This is why mint oil is a common ingredient in toothpaste and mouthwash.

2. Antibacterial Properties

Mint oil has natural antibacterial properties, which can help reduce harmful bacteria in the mouth. These bacteria are often responsible for causing bad breath, plaque build-up, and gum disease. Regular use of products containing mint oil can help maintain a healthier oral environment by reducing the presence of these bacteria.

3. Reduces Inflammation

Mint oil’s anti-inflammatory properties can be beneficial for people suffering from gum inflammation, known as gingivitis. Applying diluted mint oil to the gums can help reduce swelling and discomfort, promoting overall gum health.

4. Supports Healthy Gums

In addition to reducing inflammation, mint oil can help strengthen the gums. Its antimicrobial properties prevent infections that could lead to gum disease, while its soothing effects help maintain gum health over time.

5. Soothes Toothaches

Mint oil has been traditionally used as a natural remedy for toothaches. The cooling effect of menthol, a major component of mint oil, can provide temporary relief from tooth pain by numbing the affected area.

6. Promotes Oral Hygiene

Incorporating mint oil into your daily oral hygiene routine can help prevent cavities and keep your teeth and gums healthy. Its antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties work together to create a cleaner, healthier mouth.

Side Effects of Mint Oil

While mint oil offers numerous benefits for oral health, it is essential to be aware of potential side effects, especially when used improperly or in excessive amounts.

1. Irritation of Mouth and Gums

Mint oil is potent, and using it in undiluted form can cause irritation or a burning sensation in the mouth and gums. It’s important to dilute mint oil with a carrier oil (such as coconut or olive oil) before applying it to sensitive areas in the mouth.

2. Allergic Reactions

Some individuals may be allergic to mint oil. Symptoms of an allergic reaction can include itching, swelling, redness, or hives in the mouth or on the skin. If you experience any of these symptoms, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional.

3. Heartburn and Acid Reflux

Mint oil can relax the lower esophageal sphincter, which may lead to heartburn or acid reflux in some individuals. If you have a history of these conditions, it’s advisable to use mint oil with caution or avoid it altogether.

4. Dry Mouth

In some cases, mint oil can cause dry mouth, especially if used in large amounts. This can lead to discomfort and increase the risk of cavities and gum disease, as saliva is essential for maintaining oral health.

Interactions with Other Substances

Mint oil can interact with certain medications and substances, which may either diminish its effectiveness or cause unwanted side effects. Here are some interactions to be aware of:

1. Medications for Acid Reflux

As mentioned earlier, mint oil can relax the lower esophageal sphincter, potentially exacerbating symptoms of acid reflux. If you are taking medications for this condition, using mint oil might reduce their effectiveness or worsen your symptoms.

2. Homeopathic Remedies

Mint oil may interfere with the absorption or effectiveness of certain homeopathic remedies, particularly those that are menthol-sensitive. If you are using homeopathic treatments, consult your healthcare provider before incorporating mint oil into your regimen.

3. Iron Supplements

Mint oil can inhibit the absorption of iron in the digestive system. If you are taking iron supplements, it’s advisable to avoid using mint oil orally or ensure there is a sufficient time gap between using the oil and taking the supplement.

4. Herbal Supplements

Mint oil may interact with other herbal supplements, particularly those that affect digestion or circulation. If you are using herbal supplements, consult with a healthcare professional to ensure there are no adverse interactions.

Who Should Avoid Mint Oil?

While mint oil can be beneficial for many, certain individuals should avoid its use or use it with caution.

1. Pregnant or Breastfeeding Women

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should use mint oil cautiously, as its effects during pregnancy and lactation are not well-studied. It’s best to consult a healthcare provider before using mint oil during these periods.

2. Infants and Young Children

Mint oil should not be used on infants or young children, as it can cause severe respiratory issues, including breathing difficulties. The strong scent and potency of mint oil can be overwhelming for a child’s delicate respiratory system.

3. Individuals with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)

People with GERD or chronic acid reflux should avoid mint oil, as it can relax the lower esophageal sphincter and worsen symptoms. If you experience frequent heartburn, it’s best to avoid using mint oil internally.

4. Those with Mint Allergies

Individuals who are allergic to mint or menthol should avoid mint oil entirely to prevent allergic reactions. Even topical use of diluted mint oil can trigger symptoms in those with sensitivities.

Takeaway

Mint oil is a powerful natural remedy that offers numerous benefits for oral health, from freshening breath to supporting healthy gums. However, like any essential oil, it’s important to use it with care and be aware of potential side effects and interactions. Whether you’re adding mint oil to your daily oral care routine or using it as a targeted treatment, ensuring you source high-quality oil is key.

For those seeking trusted mint oil wholesalers in India, Neeraj Chemical is a name that stands out. With a commitment to quality and ethical sourcing, Neeraj Chemical provides pure and effective mint oil that can enhance your oral health regimen. By incorporating mint oil thoughtfully and with awareness of its potential effects, you can enjoy its many benefits while maintaining a healthy and vibrant smile.

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1 and 22!!

1. Could be a lot of characters really but I guess the main two are both good candidates here

though of course everyone's interpretations are gonna be different and headcanons influence that a lot too!

I think a lot of people tend to write off the depth of these two though, and not necessarily on purpose...

A lot of people think of Moon as being the sweet type who's secretly scary when mad and super strong blablabla but...like

she wasn't able to stand up to her own brother until it was too late...She's a very passive person. She kept trying passive means of getting him to stop until she finally forced a communication that just resulted in him getting mad at her and blaming her for ruining everything...as an admin over Pebbles she realistically had the power to try to stop things much sooner or more forcefully

but she just isn't really a forceful person...she isn't secretly really powerful and strong and someone you shouldn't mess with...she's just tired and sad and irritable and frustrated and hurt but trying her best to be happy and live as well as she can

She tries really hard to be kind and good and fair and do her job properly and be helpful...

And maybe that's good enough, idk...it makes me feel better at least

That maybe you don't have to be secretly really strong or whatever for people to take you seriously and respect you. Maybe it's okay to be weak and kind. idk

And Pebbles...he has a lot of remorse for his actions. The guilt is literally eating him up from the inside. He's not just mean and angry and hates everyone!!!! He just is incapable of asking for help. He's too prideful. But he's prideful in the sense that he cannot stand anyone looking down on him or pitying him...and he can't admit he was wrong. So he just kinda gives up. He resigns himself to his fate without even trying to reach out to his local group again and apologize...

He is clearly very pained thinking about what he's done. Even in arti's timeline, he remarks he hopes that [the rot] won't spread to moon. He's generally concerned about how she is doing, but he doesn't have the courage to ask. He's very scared, I think. He tends to internalize things and withdraw into himself. It makes the rot really fitting lol...

By the time he is able to accept asking you for help, his structure has started collapsing. It takes him a REEAAALLLY long time to overcome that flaw of his.

But I also really don't like the idea that he's some helpless little baby or whatever...it kinda diminishes the inner turmoil he is experiencing and the weight of his guilt. He did this. He hurt himself and his sister. He damaged things irreparably. To try and absolve him of his sins rubs me the wrong way. Pebbles is such a great character because he is flawed. Because he is not a good person. Because he does bad things and hurts others. Because that's how real people act. The exploration of his feelings of guilt and how he represses his emotions to try and cope with them would be far less interesting had he not done something substantial enough to warrant this sort of reaction...

So please don't try and take his agency away!

Of course I havent played saint yet (though ive read somewhat about it) and I can't always remember all the dialogues off the top of my head so take it with a grain of salt haha...

everyone will have different headcanons and views and stuff though haha once again...

lemme make another post for the other one...

[immortalmint]

Son of a--

Dog. It's a dog. We added a plus one to our family, and he is a fluffy big sweetie boy who unfortunately thinks sneaking off to poop on the carpet is an excellent way to do business. We're working on this, and I am very, very tired.

Our boy is a rescue from the pound, likely just under a year old. He's a gentle giant, who sometimes doesn't realize he's too big for the puppy jump when he gets overeager and wants to say "Hello!" He doesn't bite, he rarely even play-nips, and he'll let you take his prized ball right out of his mouth without protest. Boy puts his head in your hands to beg for pets, rolls over for belly rubs at the mere hint of you stopping by, and oh, is he eager to please!

But our boy has been through something. We knew about the rough medical start. Dogs picked up by Animal Control don't have the best diet "in the wild." Boy went through nearly a month of GI treatment and got very skinny before he was well enough to neuter and adopt out.

We didn't know about "his life before," but we've gotten some very strong hints. My spouse was brushing their hair, facing the mirror (not even looking at the dog), when boy was standing nearby and suddenly dropped his front legs to a crawl, then backed away in the most scared and submissive gesture I've ever seen in a dog. Broke my damn heart. Someone beat this dog. Someone hit this sweet, affectionate boy with <unknown> object.

I was walking around with my laptop, which hasn't been a problem when it's tucked under my arm, but I had it open in my hands and boy started backing away from me. I put it down immediately and pet/comforted sweetie boy. We're still learning the things that remind him of the bad times, and avoiding/mitigating them the best we can as we work toward building happier memories for our boy.

I had to explain the situation to my children, and more than ever, I'm thankful for The Owl House. I talked to them about Hunter and his startled/scared reactions from the way Belos treated him. We discussed how being with patient, kind friends/family helped Hunter feel safe and loved. I'm grateful to the show for its positive portrayal of an abuse survivor. I'm grateful we had a show on television that gives people--that gives children--a way to discuss and relate to painful topics in a way that doesn't diminish the people experiencing them.

We're gonna give our sweet dog the happy family life he deserves. And get him to do his business outside all the time. Patience. All good things with patience...

[the-sacred-now]

There's a mental/emotional process that it can be helpful to proceed through--I've hesitated to bring it into this conversation because I've never used it to process something personal of this magnitude--but other people have, and it scales up as well as down.

1 - First, shock, surprise, being taken aback or caught off guard, or even if there's no surprise, anything that might be called the emotional "moment of impact." This may be a moment or a continual state. If you're feeling it, it's probably appropriate. If you're resisting it, it's probably stuck in the pipes and you need to let it happen. If you're stuck here, try reaching for the next step.

2 - Next step: a tangled ball of many stages of grief. Rage. Horror. Despair. Terror. Numbness. Grief. In short--pain. Once again, if you're feeling it, it's probably appropriate to feel, and if you're resisting it, it's probably stuck in the pipes and you need to let it happen. If you're stuck here, or looping between the previous step and this one, reach for even the smallest grain of this:

3 - Next--acceptance feels like the wrong word. Too final. This is a process that can be repeated many times, and can be used to approach utterly unacceptable things. It's more like saying "how it has been is how it has been, no matter how much pain I feel. I can never feel enough pain to make the past and present be something else. Even if everyone in the world hurt as much as possible, it is so." It is a bowing of your head to the facts, and the unbearable weight of the facts. The closest statement I can give to it is, "It is what it is," but that feels diminishing. This is not meant to be diminishing. It is simply stopping trying to use your pain and will to resist reality.

(This step does not require putting down grief. There may be a feeling of relief or calm, there may not be.)

(Some people try to skip step one or step two to get to "It is what it is." There is no power in this evasion. This is a physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional process, not an escape hatch from experiencing humanity.)

4 - Next, bowing to the reality that the past is done, and the present swiftly slipping into the past with every second--what do you want the future to be? Standing with the weight of your pain, but no longer wasting the force of your will on what is untouchable, consider, what future do I choose?

Take a moment to see it. Imagine it. Inhale it. Exhale it. And then, if there is a step to take, and you can take it, step towards the future you choose.

(Some people try to skip steps one and two and, with or without step three, go straight here. This is usually powerless "positive thinking" that is more like denial.)

(Some people do step one and two, then skip step three and go right into saying, "What can I do?" This is FAR more useful than denial, but is still more likely to lead to reactions more than actions. Reactions are more likely to be snatched at than chosen, more likely to be unwise or harmful. When they are useful and good, this kind of reach for any scrap of agency is usually unsustainable.)

There may not be a next step to take. It's still worth making that choice, inside yourself. Because of what it does for your body and brain if nothing else. Begin to teach yourself to move through this process, as many times as you need to. If it's too much to start with pain that echoes across decades and around the world, practice with smaller duress, like an upsetting conversation or a crappy day. This practice creates a version of you that is increasingly resilient against becoming trapped by despair--and far readier to bring courage, creativity, discernment, and action to the collective.

There is still hope. Say it out loud. Palestine will be free. The Palestinian people will celebrate their culture and heritage with each other. We will love and be loved. Do not fall into the trap of despair.

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EFT Tapping for Anxiety: Discover the Best Techniques at Vitality Living College

Anxiety is a pervasive and frequently overpowering inclination that influences numerous people around the world. From hustling thoughts to actual strain, anxiety can upset day to day existence, making it hard to center, unwind, or appreciate exercises. Fortunately, there are viable therapeutic strategies to assist with overseeing anxiety, and quite possibly of the most well known approach today is EFT Tapping. In this article, we will investigate how EFT Tapping for anxiety functions and why Vitality Living College is famous for offering the best EFT Tapping for Anxiety courses.

What is EFT Tapping?

EFT Tapping is a strong and straightforward self improvement procedure that mixes components of mental therapy and pressure point massage. It includes tenderly tapping on unambiguous meridian focuses on the body, essentially on the face and chest area, while zeroing in on the anxiety or close to home pain. The tapping stimulates energy pathways known as meridians, which are accepted to reestablish harmony and energy stream in the body.

The strategy depends on the possibility that negative feelings, like anxiety, are brought about by disturbances in the body's energy framework. EFT Tapping intends to address these close to home blockages, which can alleviate anxiety and bring a feeling of quiet and relaxation.

How Does EFT Tapping for Anxiety Work?

EFT Tapping for anxiety is easy to learn and can be performed by anybody, anyplace. It works by tapping on unambiguous focuses on the body while contemplating the wellspring of anxiety or stress. The tapping activity conveys quieting messages to the cerebrum, assisting with reseting the body's personal reactions.

The fundamental stages of EFT Tapping include:

Recognize the Anxiety Trigger: Start by zeroing in on the issue causing anxiety. This could be a particular occasion, stress, or felt that triggers sensations of dread or disquiet.

Rate the Force of Your Anxiety: On a scale from 0 to 10, rate the power of the anxiety or stress you're feeling. This helps track the viability of the method.

Begin Tapping: Tap on the meridian focuses utilizing your fingertips. These focuses incorporate the highest point of the head, the eyebrows, the side of the eyes, under the eyes, under the nose, the jawline, the collarbone, and under the arm. As you tap, you keep on zeroing in on your anxiety while repeating an arrangement statement, for example, "Despite the fact that I feel restless, I profoundly and totally acknowledge myself."

Rethink the Anxiety Level: After a series of tapping, rate your anxiety once more. On the off chance that the force has diminished, you can keep tapping until you accomplish a good feeling.

The Advantages of EFT Tapping for Anxiety

EFT Tapping has acquired far and wide attention for its capacity to diminish anxiety and advance profound prosperity. A portion of the vital advantages of utilizing EFT Tapping for anxiety include:

Immediate Alleviation: One of the main benefits of EFT Tapping is the potential for immediate outcomes. Many individuals report feeling a feeling of quiet and relaxation after only a couple of moments of tapping.

Harmless and Medication Free: Dissimilar to conventional anxiety treatments that might require medication or therapy, EFT Tapping is a natural, sans drug alternative. It gives a protected and open method for overseeing anxiety without depending on drug mediations.

Strengthening: EFT Tapping permits people to assume command over their own profound prosperity. Once scholarly, it tends to be rehearsed anyplace, whenever, giving immediate help during snapshots of anxiety.

Long haul Advantages: Customary act of EFT Tapping can assist people with overseeing continuous anxiety and forestall future episodes. By tending to the main drivers of anxiety and adjusting the body's energy framework, EFT can advance long haul profound solidness.

All encompassing Methodology: EFT Tapping tends to the profound parts of anxiety as well as recognizes the association between the body and psyche. By adjusting energy, EFT can uphold generally prosperity.

Why Vitality Living College Offers the Best EFT Tapping for Anxiety

With regards to learning EFT Tapping for anxiety, searching out a legitimate and experienced preparing provider is fundamental. Vitality Living College is generally viewed as one of the most mind-blowing spots to learn EFT Tapping, on account of its far reaching approach and master teachers. Here's the reason Vitality Living College is the ideal decision for anybody hoping to dominate EFT Tapping for anxiety:

Experienced and Confirmed Coaches: At Vitality Living College, you'll gain from guaranteed EFT specialists and mentors who have long periods of involvement with involving EFT for anxiety alleviation. They bring pragmatic bits of knowledge and mastery, guaranteeing you get top notch preparing.

Complete EFT Courses: Vitality Living College offers a scope of courses intended to show EFT Tapping for anxiety in a reasonable, bit by bit way. Whether you're a fledgling or hoping to extend your insight, there's a course to suit your necessities.

Customized Learning: One of the remarkable parts of Vitality Living College is its customized way to deal with educating. Educators carve out opportunity to comprehend your particular necessities and designer their direction to guarantee you can apply EFT Tapping really for anxiety help.

On the web and In-Person Preparing: Vitality Living College offers adaptable learning choices, incorporating both on the web and in-person classes. This permits you to learn at your own speed and accommodation, whether from the comfort of your home or in a study hall setting.

Strong People group: When you pick Vitality Living College, you'll join a local area of similar people who are likewise figuring out how to utilize EFT Tapping for anxiety. The steady climate cultivates development, association, and sharing of encounters, making your learning process more pleasant.

Demonstrated History: Vitality Living College has a demonstrated history of assisting people with accomplishing critical decreases in anxiety through EFT Tapping. Many graduates have proceeded to become effective EFT specialists, offering backing to others battling with anxiety.

Progressing Backing: Vitality Living College doesn't stop at giving preparation. They offer continuous help to understudies through studios, assets, and nonstop learning open doors. This guarantees that you stay certain about involving EFT Tapping techniques for anxiety help long after your course is finished.

EFT Tapping for Anxiety: A Groundbreaking Instrument

For those battling with anxiety, EFT Tapping can be a groundbreaking instrument that offers enduring help. Whether you're managing infrequent episodes of anxiety or ongoing pressure, this straightforward yet strong method can assist you with recovering control of your close to home prosperity.

At Vitality Living College, you will figure out how to take advantage of the capability of EFT Tapping for anxiety in a manner that is both open and compelling. You'll acquire the abilities and certainty to utilize EFT Tapping as an individual instrument for profound delivery, offering you a natural and harmless method for overseeing anxiety.

With the best EFT Tapping courses and experienced coaches, Vitality Living College gives the best climate to you to discover the groundbreaking advantages of EFT Tapping. Try not to allow anxiety to control your life - venture out toward profound opportunity today by signing up for a course at Vitality Living College and learning the best techniques for EFT Tapping for anxiety.

Why Pick EFT Tapping for Anxiety?

While there are various treatments accessible for anxiety, EFT Tapping stands apart for its adequacy and effortlessness. It gives an all encompassing way to deal with overseeing anxiety, tending to both the profound and actual parts of the condition. As additional individuals discover the advantages of EFT Tapping for anxiety, its prominence keeps on developing, with many searching out the best preparation chances to become familiar with the procedure.

At Vitality Living College, you are mastering an expertise as well as embracing a better approach for understanding and dealing with your feelings. EFT Tapping engages you to conquer anxiety and carry on with a more adjusted and serene life. Whether you need to apply the strategy for individual use or seek after a vocation as an EFT expert, Vitality Living College offers the help, preparing, and assets you really want to succeed.

Final Thoughts

In the present speedy world, anxiety has turned into a typical battle for some people. Fortunately, techniques like EFT Tapping offer a comprehensive and compelling method for overseeing anxiety and recover profound prosperity. With its emphasis on energy balance and profound opportunity, EFT Tapping is a useful asset for those looking for help from anxiety. Vitality Living College remains at the forefront of EFT Tapping education, offering probably the best EFT Tapping for Anxiety courses accessible. With experienced educators, a scope obviously choices, and a steady local area, Vitality Living College gives all that you really want to dominate EFT Tapping and experience its significant advantages.

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The Connection Between Emotional Distress and Personal Injury Claims

When individuals suffer a personal injury, the physical harm is often the most apparent consequence. However, the emotional and psychological impact of such an event can be just as debilitating, if not more so. Emotional distress is a common companion to personal injury, and it is essential to recognize the connection between the two when pursuing a personal injury claim. This article aims to explore the relationship between emotional distress and personal injury claims, shedding light on the often-overlooked aspect of personal injury cases.

The Nature of Emotional Distress

Emotional distress is a broad term that encompasses a range of emotional and psychological reactions to a traumatic event, such as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and even suicidal thoughts. These conditions can arise from the physical pain, disability, and loss of quality of life that often accompany a personal injury. Moreover, the emotional toll of a personal injury can be exacerbated by the stress of dealing with medical bills, lost wages, and the uncertainty of one's future. As such, emotional distress is a legitimate and compensable Macon personal injury lawyer.

The Impact of Emotional Distress on Daily Life

Emotional distress can significantly impact an individual's daily life, making everyday tasks and activities a challenge. For instance, someone suffering from PTSD may experience flashbacks, nightmares, or avoidance behaviors, making it difficult to maintain relationships, work, or even leave their home. Similarly, depression and anxiety can lead to social withdrawal, decreased motivation, and a diminished capacity for enjoyment. By acknowledging the emotional distress component of a personal injury claim, individuals can seek compensation for the full extent of their losses, including the impact on their mental health and well-being.

Establishing Emotional Distress in a Personal Injury Claim

To establish emotional distress in a personal injury claim, it is crucial to provide evidence of the emotional and psychological impact of the injury. This can be achieved through various means, including medical records, expert testimony from mental health professionals, and personal statements from the individual and their loved ones. Additionally, documentation of any related expenses, such as therapy sessions or medication, can help demonstrate the financial burden of emotional distress. By presenting a comprehensive picture of the emotional distress suffered, individuals can strengthen their claim and increase the likelihood of receiving fair compensation.

Calculating Compensation for Emotional Distress

Calculating compensation for emotional distress can be a complex task, as it involves assigning a monetary value to the emotional and psychological harm suffered. In general, courts consider factors such as the severity of the emotional distress, the duration of the suffering, and the impact on daily life when determining compensation. In some cases, expert testimony from economists or mental health professionals may be necessary to establish the extent of the emotional distress and the corresponding compensation. By working with an experienced personal injury attorney, individuals can ensure that their emotional distress is properly valued and compensated.

The Importance of Seeking Professional Help

It is essential for individuals who have suffered a personal injury to seek professional help for their emotional distress. Mental health professionals, such as therapists or counselors, can provide valuable support and guidance throughout the recovery process. Furthermore, seeking professional help can also serve as evidence of the emotional distress suffered, which can be beneficial when pursuing a personal injury claim. By prioritizing their mental health and well-being, individuals can take the first steps towards healing and recovery.

Conclusion: Recognizing the Connection Between Emotional Distress and Personal Injury Claims

In conclusion, emotional distress is a legitimate and compensable aspect of personal injury claims. By acknowledging the connection between emotional distress and personal injury, individuals can seek compensation for the full extent of their losses, including the impact on their mental health and well-being. It is essential to work with an experienced personal injury attorney who understands the complexities of emotional distress and can help navigate the claims process. By doing so, individuals can ensure that their emotional distress is properly valued and compensated, allowing them to move forward on the path to recovery and healing.

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Must Experience the Massage Therapy Near Me in North York

The massage therapy is considered a highly effective, non-invasive treatment for physical pains, and even a single session of massage therapy they provide can naturally reduce physical pains, stresses, anxieties, and depression. The massage therapy near me uses many different massage techniques, but in general, all massage therapy treatments they provide their patients involve manipulating the muscles and other soft tissues of the body through gentle compression and tension.

The differing massage therapies provided by the massage therapy near me in North York, make use of a wide range of purposes concerning physical health for the instant relief from body pains, rehabilitation from physical injuries, alleviation of general stresses, relaxation boost, and reduction of anxiety and depression problems, as also for complementing one's general well-being of body and mind.

The massage therapy treatment services offered by massage therapy near me in North York are broadly considered as a complementary and alternative part of the wider treatment, as well as overall physical healing, of the human body, and is broadly acknowledged to have few serious risks when offered and administered suitably by a qualified massage therapist, and all the massage therapy techniques they offer are generally utilized for a range of relaxation and health improvement purposes.

This is because during a massage therapy session at the massage therapy near me in North York, the rate of the heart and breathing decreases, blood pressure decreases, stress hormones are enormously reduced, muscles relax, and serotonin, that brain chemical which positively affects emotions and thoughts is naturally increased. The therapies given by the massage therapy work through the relaxation response of the body when gentle pressure is exercised on different muscles and this relaxation response naturally produces benefits to the physical and emotional wellbeing of a person.

Through direct stimulation of the muscles by these massage therapies helps blocks the brain signals that produce bodily pains and stimulates the release of beneficial brain chemicals like serotonin and endorphins that encourage positive changes to the body. Ideal physical therapies for individuals who do not respond favourably to conventional treatments of chronic lower back pains are provided by massage therapy, as the therapies they provide produce progressive relaxation of the back muscles through gentle pressure and direct manipulation to relieve pains and improve lower back flexibility.

The massage therapy near me North York has well trained and qualified therapists who are experts in giving patients various techniques of massage therapies that entail very minimal risks. Patients of the massage therapy near me may experience mild side effects, such as tenderness or temporary pains in the muscles and discomforts in a massaged area, very slight bruising or swelling and possibly even a sensitivity or allergic reaction to certain massage oils.

The different massage therapies enhance the blood and lymph circulation that relaxes and normalizes the soft tissues of various body parts, which relax the nerves and deeper connective tissues. These therapies also reduce the physical effect of stress and diminishes the risks associated with repeated stress such as high blood pressure, cardiac problems, anxieties, insomnia, persistent fatigue, sexual dysfunctions, digestive disorders, and psychological issues.