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bazpitch · 5 years ago

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a few gay thoughts on wayward son (aka i am disappointed) / a rainbow rowell tutorial: bury ur gay (relationships) by turning them into a dumpster fire

i am very mad and disappointed with wayward son for a lot of reasons and im pretentious so here’s an entire essay about SOME THINGS i hate ab the gay related stuff because this is a better way to spend my time than doing the thousand things i have to do for school and because i am a gender studies minor and a lesbian who spent my most formative years on tumblr! also im sooo sorry im not articulate in this because i am very tired and very angry.

something i don’t talk about in this was the absolute trainwreck of a plot, but just wanted to say that the plot is a trainwreck and the end is a complete cash grab.

i really don’t know how to start this because i have a lot of thoughts, but i think that i’m going to focus on how there was literally no (healthy) snowbaz

okay, i may be wearing rose colored lenses for this one, but, in my opinion, snowbaz was a lot more nuanced in carry on, simply because there was a lot more development in their relationship, with the entire enemies to lovers procession. they both had to learn to trust eachother and other things that are necessary for literally every relationship which is fantastic. whether they were functioning and healthy and not toxic (considering how they were enemies like two months b4 the end of the novel) at the end is a whole other debate but i will not get into that here. basically, what i am saying is that we DO see some healthy development within carry on. for example, by being vulnerable with simon, baz learns to open up to other people.

however, within wayward son, we do NOT. we just get 350 pages of complete bullshit with random bits of ‘baz hates me’ and ‘simon hates me’ sprinkled throughout. THIS MAKES SENSE! i am not saying that it is not realistic for simon and baz to be insecure! however, i AM saying that there is zero communication and it is very unhealthy and bad!!!

i find it concerning that rainbow literally did not write one heart to heart into wayward son in which they both voice their concerns regarding their insecurities. like being in a relationship where you’re convinced the other person secretly hates you is horrible !! it feels fucking shitty !!! not communicating about this is not angsty it’s super bad and you’re fucking yourself and your relationship over and i don’t know HOW rainbow plans to convince us that baz and simon do not at least need a break in the next book, considering that there is already TrOuBle at WaTfOrD apparently, which makes me think that like this book, next book won’t focus much on snowbaz.

personally, i would’ve preferred a book that had a plot that didn’t seem mad-libbed (which is a whole other thing), and actually, like carry on, had some healthy emotional development. like first we had carry on: emotional vulnerability n this could’ve been wayward son: healthy communication. i am not saying that it was not realistic for simon and baz to be extremely closed off in this book and not communicating a lot, as they were in extremely high pressure situations for much of it. (which i may add did not connect at all; for example are they really not getting shit for blowing up all of those vampires at that festival? and what the fuck was the end with the silicon valley tech bros? like ex machina did it better who cares. i wouldve preferred that part to be left out and for a few trump jokes to be thrown in)

overall, i wish this book focused more on each character’s emotional development and was thus more character driven than plot driven. a book that was character driven would’ve connected way better to the first book as well, as we would’ve gotten to focus on lucy and maybe read about old characters such as fiona and nico. (also speaking of fiona is baz really not like. does he just never talk about the fact that his aunt that he loves murders members of his species. i would’ve rather read about his thoughts on this rather than some 300 year old hag eye fucking him, who literally is not old enough to drink in the us)

i’m very tired but ultimately i love carry on because of the gay and the gay in this was underdeveloped bad and also sad. something i want to talk ab more but am too lazy to talk about rn is how younger lgbtq ppl might see the romance within this book, because now i do know that it is unhealthy and i genuinely do not think that in this universe baz and simon should be together for right now at least, but a few years ago i definitely would have glorified it.

@ rainbow just let the gays be happy. that is why we read this. we already have enough media with emotionally stunted gays in unhealthy relationships we did not need this. like literally all i wanted from this was happy gays

#wayward son spoilers #carry on #rainbow rowell #wayward son

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bigyack-com · 5 years ago

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Fiji Beat South Africa to Win First HSBC Sydney Sevens

Fiji beat South Africa 21-19 in a thrilling cup final on Sunday, to claim their first ever HSBC Sydney Sevens title. Fiji nearly had the dream start in their first Cup final of the season, but JC Pretorius and Selvyn Davids managed to hold Meli Derenalagi over the line. It would only be a temporary respite, though, because as the rain began to fall again the ball skewed out the side of a breakdown and Napolioni Bolaca reacted quickest to score the opening try. A barnstorming run from Zain Davids created the momentum for Pretorius to score with Fiji suffering a double blow with Josua Vakurunabili yellow-carded for a tackle earlier in the move. Fiji managed to hold out in his absence and then increased their advantage when a powerful hand-off from Bolaca gave him the space to run-in his second of the final.

Zain Davids crossed for South Africa midway through the second half but his namesake Selvyn was unable to add the conversion, leaving the Dubai champions trailing by two points. They were unable to find another score, Fiji and their huge contingent of fans in the crowd able to celebrate after South Africa knocked on in their own 22 with the final play. Fiji captain Derenalagi said, “First of all I would like to thank the almighty Lord for giving us the strength and the power to come and deliver what we have been planning. Before we entered the field the message I told my team was just to go out there, enjoy it and do the job. We delivered that and I want to thank the soldiers behind me for that great effort you saw here today. 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signalsandsoundwaves · 8 years ago

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Silicon Valley s4ep5

as always spoilers afoot

MONICA IS GONNA BE OKAY THANK GOODNESS

and that conversation between her and laurie was so precious?? and pure?? I love how laurie considers her her best friend.

also you can really see the new drama writers shine with the last scene with gavin and richard. I’m not gonna tell too much but they really, really gave him depth to his character. And yet, they did so in a perfectly gavin-like way. kudos! I hope he comes back a changed person. And he did do a good thing on calling richard out on his tendency to get pissy at people with differing opinions. I mean, this is definitely something Richard needs to work on too.

and I kinda got the vibe that zach woods has been reading the fanfiction in the scene with him blowing up at the blood boy! God I am just really glad that him and richard are working together again

And im not even gonna comment on the whole dinesh/mia thing :o I mean, I actually kinda liked her and im a little sad to see her go. Even if I didnt get too much of a sense of who she was as a person beyond this nebulous threat of a hacker that seemed like a precious bean. I hope she comes back too.

And one last thing--Monica and Erlich?? The weed scene? Honestly I never pegged Monica to be a stoner but seeing that dispensary bottle in her hand meant for the frat boy coworker just made some voice in the back of my head go “Yes. This. This is appropriate. This is fitting her character. I approve”

#silicon valley #my thoughts #sorry if I spoiled u btw :(

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transparentgiverdaze-blog · 7 years ago

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trendingnewsb · 8 years ago

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10 books every entrepreneur should read in 2017

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Entrepreneurship is a commitmentnot only to your venture or business, but also to a unique learning process. Where others seek guidance through big universities and established companies, I know many entrepreneurs like myself who have a desire to go their own way and learning becomes a self-guided experience. As a result, Ive gained a whole new dimension to my learning experience, having combined it with what I have chosen to read and what I have learned in the field.

Many entrepreneurs are avid readersnot just out of curiosity, but necessity. I love listening to podcasts and audiobooks because its something I can do while Im on the go whether that is traveling or exercising. Reading is one of the only ways you can learn from the worlds best and brightest, especially those who choose to share their thoughts on paper instead of through a weekly podcast.

Here is an entrepreneurs reading list for 2017 that include ten books that I have been motivating, insightful, and humbling for me. I hope that they leave a positive impression and assist you on your journey toward building something impactful in the world.

1. “All In” by Bill Green

This is a must read for any first-time entrepreneur who thinks building a business is an easy process. Author Bill Green uses “All In” to both inspire entrepreneurs on their quest for greatness and put things in perspective. Starting in a flea market and ending with a publicly traded company, Greens story demonstrates what it means to go all in on an ideaand not stop until the goal is achieved something that stands out for me in terms of the perspective that has helped me in bringing my own business ideas to fruition.

Greens company was Wilmar Industries, a corporation that ended up employing more than 2,300 people. When Wilmar went public in 1996, Fortune rated Wilmar as one of the best IPOs of the year. In 1999, Wilmar was named by Forbes as one of the top 200 Best Small Companies in America. “All In” describes Greens humble beginnings, his bootstrapping mindset and, ultimately, his rise to building a company that today is owned by Home Depot, with revenues topping $1.8 billion.

2. “Top of Mind” by John Hall

In a noisy world of digital marketers, how do you stand out? CEO of Influence & Co. and business thought leader John Hall has some valuable insights. After all, his recipe for staying top of mind with your consumers is the same step-by-step process he used to build Influence & Co to one of Forbes Most Promising Companies In America.

Top of Mind is full of tactics, with insights into how consumer needs and expectations have changed over the past few years; how you can build a brand that serves both your ideal customers and your own employees; and ways to use digital content to build lasting trust with your readers, followers and subscribers. I have put many of these tactics to work already with great success in my own business.

3. “The Miracle Morning for Entrepreneurs” by Hal Elrod and Cameron Herold

Consider this your wake-up call. Few books can change your daily habits as effectively as “The Miracle Morning for Entrepreneurs.” Author Hal Elrods original “The Miracle Morning” was a self-development crash course. In this follow-up page-turner, wisdom is added from Cameron Herold, a bestselling author and widely respected business coach, using the Miracle Morning framework as a foundation.

The book has given me six daily practices to create and sustain positive change in my lifepersonally and professionally. I have found that one of the most difficult challenges is to maintain a balance between building a successful business and taking care of myself. It has taught me that if Im off, then the whole picture is off. The principles in this book have put balance back in my life, which has benefitted my business, helped me feel better, and made my family a lot happier.

4. “Grit” by Angela Duckworth

Can success be reduced to a process? Pioneering psychologist and New York Times bestselling author Angela Duckworth thinks it can. She calls it grit. “Grit” does an incredible job of exploring what makes someone exceptionaland, as Duckworth has discovered, it certainly isnt talent or inherent intelligence.

She argues that the most successful people discover their own genius through the daily habit of persistence while always remembering to lead with what they are most passionate about. I thoroughly enjoyed the personal stories as well as interviews with peak performers and industry leaders, ranging from JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon to Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll.

5. “A Paperboys Fable” by Deep Patel

This book struck me for its title because it made me think about my first job and the other ventures I tried when I was younger.

Part story, part riveting interviews with professors, entrepreneurs, CEOs and more, “A Paperboys Fable” creatively shares some of the most tried and true lessons learned in business. Like the Arbinger Institutes Leadership and Self-Deception, what makes “A Paperboys Fable” a worthwhile read is its ability to take high-level and timeless business lessons and make them both easy to understand for beginners and poignant reminders for us more seasoned entrepreneurs.

6. “Rich20Something” by Daniel DiPiazza

The brand, Rich20Something, was started by Daniel DiPiazza, a recognized digital marketer and influencer. A website, a massively popular Instagram page, and now a book packed with lessons, “Rich20Something” is DiPiazzas story of being a typical twenty-something, unsure of what to do in life, and how he built a brand around the hustling mentality that can turn any young entrepreneur into a success.

Unlike the conventional corporate ladder path, “Rich20Something” is essentially a guide to hacking your way to wherever you want to go. DiPiazza shares his own advice from the trenches along with anecdotes from other successful entrepreneurs and mentors and step-by-step techniques for building businesses around my personal skill set. Its helped me beyond the dream and make things happen.

7. “Managing the Mental Game” by Jeff Boss

Who better to learn mental fortitude from than a former Navy SEAL? In Managing the Mental Game,” Boss reflects on his experiences as a SEAL and walks readers through techniques that build self-confidence, mental endurance and positive habits.

The book is comprised of over 23 mental exercises, covering topics such as how to deal with stress, how to avoid common mental traps, how to handle uncertainty and even the neuroscience behind change. Ive used these in my daily work life to deal with those unexpected issues and barriers that seem to pop up with a startup, which has provided me with a much more measured and logical approach when these do happen.

8. “Disrupted” by Dan Lyons

What is Silicon Valley really like? After 25 years at Newsweek, journalist Dan Lyons lost his job to younger talent. Shortly thereafter, he found himself working for a famed Silicon Valley startup, Hubspot, which had over $100 million in venture capital. “Disrupted” is Lyons take on the idealized entrepreneurship scene in California. As a resident of Silicon Valley, this book hit home in terms of familiar situations and advice on how to navigate the territory here.

One part crash course on entrepreneurship, two parts humorous stories and unfortunate conclusions, this book shows that heavily funded startups arent all they seem to be from the outside. According to Lyons, Its a world where bad ideas are rewarded, where companies blow money on lavish perks, and where everyone is trying to hang on just long enough to reach an IPO and cash out.

9. “Be Obsessed or Be Average” by Grant Cardone

Grant Cardone is a success story, to say the least. In addition to having one of the strongest personal brands, Cardone has made a name for himself by building five successful companies and turning himself into a multimillionaire. “Be Obsessed or Be Average” is like his other NYT bestseller,The 10x Rule a humbling reminder of just how much you have to want success in order to e ventually have it. It reads just like Cardone sounds in his videos and on his podcastfull of energy and motivation. His quotes have stayed top of mind long after finishing the book, which have been inspirational when faced with some critical issues in my business.

From Cardones perspective, success ultimately comes down to three basic rules: first, be willing to set crazy goals, and aim to reach them, every single day; second, value your money and make it work for you; and, third, use your haters as fuel. These rules have worked for me and many colleagues, so they will work for you, too.

10. “The Fire Starter Sessions” by Danielle LaPorte

Theres a reason “The Fire Starter Sessions” has sold over a million copies. Author Danielle LaPorte explains that many of the things we believe about the road to success are actually wrong, and that we end up driving ourselves mad by searching for things that dont actually exist.

Some of the controversial topics covered in this book include the fact that life balance is a myth, that our principles and beliefs might be the very things holding us back, and that happiness has far more to do with how we feel while were working and not necessarily the achievement of our goals. “The Fire Starter Sessions” offers helpful reminders for any entrepreneur who wants to build a meaningful future. Its certainly given me a lot of food for thought on how Ive looked at my own business and leadership style.

John Rampton is serial entrepreneur who now focuses on helping people to build amazing products and services that scale. He is founder of the online payments company Due. If you’re looking for even more to read, check out his book: “Self Employed: 50 Signs That You Might Be an Entrepreneur.“

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