#path of the nomad

[thelasthippie]

The end of the way is near.

Now the travel become harder..

But I have this little random place to remember always who I am. Where I came and how strong I can be.

Thx to all of you for be here and enjoy this blog.

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[grandwitchbird]

The One Who Got Away [Cyberpunk 2077]

[airteacher]

//Baby Tenzin was shy and scared and anxious. It didn't take much to make him cry.

As he got older he was uptight, close-minded, serious, and his version of fun was studying Air Nomad philosophy in his room away from everyone and everything. His whole identity was wrapped up in being an Air Nomad, an Airbender, Son of Aang, future teacher and spiritual advisor to the Avatar, and the future of the Air Nation. That's all that mattered to him.

Tenzin needed the exposure and guidance those "vacations with Dad" provided or else he was going to be a tight ball of stress and anxiety with a holier-than-thou attitude separating himself from others and being disliked by everyone. These vacations did many things for Tenzin, one being opening his eyes to reality of how he's not just a citizen of the Air Nomads but also a citizen of the world. They helped a lot in creating a more well-rounded and compassionate person out of Tenzin, but they didn't irradicate the attachment to his identity that in one way limited him but in another provided a burning drive to succeed. (That wouldn't happen until Book 2 culminating with the Fog of Lost Souls.)

This feels unfinished but I am stopping here for now.

[chevvy-yates]

I randomly looked what the current Dutch camo pattern is and now I wish to have clothes for Thyjs with that pattern. 😭

Actually thought about it would be cool to have camo pattern of different nations. Well, maybe it is just me who's into that idea anyways. 😬

[fratresdei]

Juicy Question Embedded in Burning Questions

What is spiritual direction? What happens in a spiritual direction session? Is spiritual direction tied to a specific religion? Who sparked your gay awakening? How is spiritual direction different from therapy or chaplaincy? Also, what does "Fratres Dei" mean?

Earlier this year Fratres Dei Spiritual Direction created a series of posts called "FAQ o' the Week." Throughout the series we answered your burning questions about spiritual direction. For your ease of consumption, we've compiled the content of each of these posts right here on this one. And for your reading pleasure, Rachel has added an overshare.

What is Spiritual Direction?

Spiritual direction is “a long, loving look at the real.” It’s the millennia-old practice of partnering with another to navigate one’s spiritual journey or relationship with the sacred. It’s like therapy for your spiritual health (and is not a replacement for mental healthcare). Spiritual directors help the spiritually curious connect with their essential selves. Through counseling-style interaction, directors create a space within which directees may openly, honestly, and safely explore, process, and deepen all parts of their personal spiritual inclinations and longings. Matters addressed by spiritual direction include but are not limited to:

Self Integration / Body-Mind Integration

Discernment

Faith Crisis

Deconstruction

Spiritual or Religious Doubt

Head-Heart Connection

Friendship / Intimacy with the Sacred

Nonreligious Spiritual Growth

Occupational / Caregiver Burnout

Imagination-Based Meditation

Interfaith Relationships

General Spiritual Growth or Refreshment

Body Movement

Spiritual Maturity

Spiritual or Religious Transition

Spiritual or Religious Trauma

Spiritual Practice Exploration

Issues of Anger with the Divine / Misotheism

LGBTQIA+ Spirituality (Affirming)

Ecospirituality

Bodywork

Schedule a free first session in the comments.

Is Spiritual Direction Tied to a Specific Religion?

No. Spiritual direction is the practice of serving as a companion to another as they discern their own personal journey. It is not tied to a specific faith tradition, and the goal is not to push dogma onto the directee. Spiritual direction is an evocative process, as the director seeks to help the directee understand how they encounter spirituality or the sacred. Rather than telling the directee what to think, believe, do, say, or know, the director helps the directee explore aspects of their experience of spirituality or the sacred or of something that points to these. Although teaching and instruction do occur, the director often observes and highlights what happens when a person becomes aware of a dimension of themselves or of the sacred. This results in a deepened intimacy with the self, the universe and its inhabitants, and the sacred.

What Happens in a Spiritual Direction Session?

Every session is as varied as the number of people on earth, but here’s a description of what generally happens in a session:

Many directors will start with some kind of centering practice to help the directee settle into the space. I (Rachel) personally like to use a body-based approach to centering practices, as this invites the whole person, body and mind, into the session. I believe that when the body feels safe and welcome in the spiritual direction space, the session is infinitely more fruitful. (Furthermore, if the body doesn’t feel safe, I don’t think the session should happen at all.)

From there, the director and directee will discuss whatever aspect of the directee’s spiritual life they would like to focus on. If they are not sure exactly what that is, the director might guide an exploratory meditative practice to help the directee discern.

Sometimes the session simply has a “talk therapy” structure. Other times, if the directee believes it would be beneficial, the director may use modalities to encourage deeper exploration. In my own practice, I enjoy utilizing freeform imagination-based meditation as well as body-centric discernment techniques. Spiritual direction is best served agenda-free, as each directee will benefit from different approaches and styles. Part of the joy of spiritual direction is discovering what those unique styles may be and how the directee can use them long after the session is over.

Spiritual Direction vs. Therapy

Spiritual direction and mental health counseling walk a fine line, because your spiritual health impacts your mental health, and your mental health impacts your spiritual health. However, spiritual direction and therapy serve different primary functions. Spiritual direction seeks to serve the whole person, body and mind, by helping the directee cultivate their spirituality. Spirituality helps individuals and communities find meaning and cohesion in all areas of life, which includes mental health. However, in the same way that you wouldn’t go to your PCP for surgery, spiritual direction is not a one stop shop for mental and emotional wellness. While some spiritual directors are licensed mental health counselors, not all are. While it may be appropriate to discuss mental health challenges in a spiritual direction setting, a spiritual director will not diagnose or treat mental illness. Part of spiritual direction training involves learning when it is appropriate to refer the directee to a mental health counselor.

That said, these two forms of care work beautifully in tandem with one another. Many individuals greatly benefit from alternating between spiritual direction and therapy sessions for holistic care. 

Spiritual Direction vs. Chaplaincy

As someone who has served as a hospital chaplain, a hospice chaplain, and a spiritual director, I think chaplaincy and spiritual direction are close cousins. So close, that I sometimes think the two terms could be used interchangeably. (I’d be interested to hear any hot takes from other chaplains or spiritual directors about that. Please share your thoughts in the comments.) I had a friend who once jokingly described spiritual direction as “chaplaincy for people who aren’t in crisis,” and I honestly struggle to find a better definition.

While spiritual direction certainly can provide care for people in crisis, the context for spiritual direction is typically less specific than that of chaplaincy. With plenty of exceptions, chaplaincy usually is practiced in the context of hospitals, hospice, schools, the military, etc. There are heavily emotionally charged circumstances in each of these settings, and chaplains serve as spiritual support for individuals in the thick of these circumstances. Again, while spiritual direction also could be helpful in and around these settings, spiritual direction tends to be less specialized in its scope. Spiritual direction lends itself to difficult times, neutral times, and euphoric times. It can serve as a temporary space of discernment for specific issues or life decisions, and it can be a normal part of one’s routine for general spiritual growth.

Again with plenty of exceptions, interactions with chaplains can be relatively brief (especially in a hospital setting), and relationships with spiritual directors tend to be more ongoing. There is nuance between the training and skill sets required for chaplaincy and spiritual direction, especially when chaplains need to prepare for specific contexts. But insofar as both fields invite interfaith and exploratory approaches to spirituality without direct instruction or dogma, they feel like different sides of the same coin to me. What do you think? Let us know in the comments.

What Does "Fratres Dei" Mean?

In Latin, “fratres dei” means “siblings of god.” (The gender-neutral word for “siblings” and “brothers” is the same word.) I chose this name to evoke a sense of esteemed divine companionship, rather than a top–down, hierarchical understanding of divinity. “God” here is interpreted as a higher power, ultimate reality, consciousness, inherent unity, or a personal spiritual center. “God” is a cultural term that an individual may use as a shorthand for each of these things, whether or not they believe in a deity from a specific faith tradition.

Who sparked your gay awakening?

Potiphar's wife from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Have more questions? Please do not hesitate to reach out via DM or the link in bio. Interested in scheduling a FREE spiritual direction consultation session? Schedule in the comments.

Thank you to Evan Dennis on Unsplash for this photo.

[keepfight1n]

@frstwomn asked: “ there’s strength in numbers, you know. you should come with me. “

how many times had he and tommy planned their travels across the country, winding roads & busy cities ── how ironic now to be traveling purely for survival. they were doing what they had to, weren't they? he needed to take care of his brother . . . what did he have left? he wasn't necessarily proud of the things they left in their wake, but this is what it had come to.

there weren't many outside of the QZs, and often those that were tried desperately to get at his throat. he wasn't expecting to run into a group quite as big as this, but he wasn't above striking first before asking questions. it was rare to find another still wondering about that wasn't a threat, and he certainly had enough blood on his hands to show for his defenses. but of all people to run into as the world continued to crumble . . . joel hadn't expected to see her. seems no one was immune to the end of the world.

" with all due respect, ma'am, " and though his voice was void of much understanding, he did mean that. " I'm not sure we're one of the numbers you want. " there wasn't trust in this new world, and she would be wise not to trust him. " we're just passin' through, that's all. "

[johnnyinmysilverhand]

bumble is on the corp life path cause she was a different character at the start but then i went ummmmm (makes new lore that would fit the streetkid path more)

[catachan-jungle-fighter]

John's Subordinates: Demon Lord AU

Nathaniel 'Hound' Grey: A Former Hero who joined John when he was offered a home free of the control of the Kingdom, his War Wolves led by his daughter slipping into 'Heroholm' (A Place regarded as a grand home for heroes and their families where they are allowed to grow and train without threat from outside their Grand walls, but it truly is a gilded cage where only the lucky and the loyal bootlickers of the King are allowed to leave) and 'kidnapping' the man's family and bringing them to Grey in exchange for his service for ten years. Yet even after that ten year period was up, Grey continued serving under John, both men not mentioning the fact his service was long over and he could happily retire to raise his daughters and sons alongside his wife.

Nox 'Mist' Geist: John's daughter by way of a Noblewoman who bought a night with him while he was little more then a slave in the Arena, John stole the girl from her mother once he saw that she was treated like a oddity or curiosity fit only to be trotted out to show off before being sent back to the 'bedroom' she lived within. As they left the Kingdom behind and fled into the depths of the Demon Lands, she began to showcase a blessing of the Forsaken One that was exceptionally rare, the Blessing of the Embrace which let her fade into a mist or fog like form, John doing his best to teach her how to control the blessing even if he couldn't remember much of the lessons he had learned about the last person Blessed with the power.

Redclaw: One of the Eldest of the War Wolves, she once had led the Clan of Nomads who would become the demonically enhanced Lycans that John would claim as his personal forces after beating all the Elders half to death through blunting their claws and fangs on his skin and bludgeoning them with his bare hands, Redclaw having been the only member of the Elder Council who managed to break his skin through a magically enhanced attack. She serves John as his second in command, commanding the Wolves when John isn't available or away for a time, the Elder coming to see John as a child of her own and forcing the man to care for himself far more when he fell into a depression after learning the one he knew as Evra had been slain during the War against the Kingdom.

Marcus 'Admantine' Long: the Demon advisor assigned to John, both as a handler and a set of eyes for the Demon King, Marcus was once a Templar in service to the Kingdom's Church who was captured by the previous Demon King and was broken to the point of being more automaton that man. The current Demon King found the man hacking away at a bloody pile of meat and bone, his body soaked in sweat and his eyes bloodshot, Marcus still following the last order the previous King had issued to him about punishing a 'traitor' (one of many such 'traitors' in the Court, the previous King having seen a traitor in every shadow and a Assassin in every courtier). The king has high hopes that spending time around John and his Wolves would drive the Templar to become... more.

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[thelasthippie]

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[bigmanpiwi]

They got no clue where tf they're going

I've been rotating them in my mind like a couple of pebbles in a rock tumbler. I have. So many thoughts about stan and edas relationship specifically.

It's not a typical romantic relationship. I mean, they were only married for 7 hours, so. They're like-minded, kindred spirits... who constantly tried to pull the wool over the others' eyes. Almost every time they have crossed paths (they part ways to lead their own lives and do their own thangs but they always end up stumbling across eachother again through one hairbrained scheme or another) it's like a race to see who could rob the other blind first. And suuuure, maybe they've conned each other a few times, but they never stay mad. They understand the hustle. You can't blame a scorpion for stinging. They're just a couple of wandering nomads who find solace in each other AAAAA IDK WORDS‼️‼️‼️

[theplotmage]

50 Fantasy Prompts: Cultures and Societies. Writers Save this!

1. Luminae

- A society that worships light and revolves around bioluminescent creatures.

- Gesture: Raising both hands to the sky and opening palms to signify receiving light.

- View: Light is considered the purest form of energy and the ultimate source of life.

2. Mistral Nomads

- Wind travelers who harness the power of the breeze for navigation and communication.

- Gesture: Whispering into a small vial and releasing it into the wind, symbolizing sending a message.

- View: The wind carries the voices of ancestors and guides the living.

3. Veilwalkers

- Inhabitants of the mist who can see and manipulate spirits.

- Gesture: Drawing a veil across the face to communicate with spirits.

- View: The world of the living and the dead are separated by a thin veil that can be crossed.

4. Starforged

- People born under specific constellations with unique abilities tied to their birth star.

- Gesture: Touching a constellation tattoo to activate its power.

- View: Stars are the eyes of the gods, watching over and guiding them.

5. Shadecloaks

- Masters of shadow magic, living in perpetual twilight.

- Gesture: Merging fingers into the shadows, symbolizing blending into the darkness.

- View: Shadows are protective, hiding them from danger and giving them strength.

6. Seraphians

- Winged beings who consider themselves guardians of the skies.

- Gesture: Unfurling wings in a greeting, showing trust and openness.

- View: The skies are sacred, and flight is a divine gift.

7. Pyrosages

- Fire-wielders who live in harmony with volcanic landscapes.

- Gesture: Holding a flame in one hand while placing the other hand over the heart, symbolizing passion and life.

- View: Fire is a cleansing force, both destructive and renewing.

8. Aquafolk

- Ocean dwellers with the ability to breathe underwater and communicate with marine life.

- Gesture: Creating ripples in water with a fingertip to convey emotions.

- View: Water is a mirror of the soul, reflecting true feelings and intentions.

9. Silvan Elves

- Forest guardians who blend seamlessly with their environment.

- Gesture: Touching foreheads with a leaf, symbolizing unity with nature.

- View: All life is interconnected through the roots of the great tree.

10. Necrochanters

- A culture deeply connected to the afterlife, able to communicate with and summon spirits.

- Gesture: Drawing a circle with ashes to summon spirits.

- View: Death is not the end but a transformation to another state of being.

11. Stonekin

- Rock-like beings who can manipulate earth and stone.

- Gesture: Pressing a hand to the ground to communicate with the earth.

- View: The earth holds ancient wisdom and the memories of their ancestors.

12. Aetherians

- Masters of air magic, capable of floating and flying at will.

- Gesture: Raising arms and fingers to mimic the flow of air currents.

- View: The air is filled with invisible threads that connect all living beings.

13. Chronomancers

- Time-benders who can manipulate past, present, and future.

- Gesture: Tapping a timepiece rhythmically to alter time flow.

- View: Time is fluid and can be molded to fit the needs of the moment.

14. Dreamforgers

- People who can enter and manipulate dreams.

- Gesture: Weaving fingers in intricate patterns while in a trance.

- View: Dreams are a bridge between realities, holding power and prophecy.

15. Sunseekers

- Pilgrims who follow the path of the sun, gaining strength from its light.

- Gesture: Holding a hand above the heart to swear oaths under the sun’s gaze.

- View: The sun’s light is a witness to all promises, giving them sacred weight.

16. Frostborn

- Ice-dwellers with control over cold and frost.

- Gesture: Exhaling a cold breath to signify agreement or truth.

- View: Ice preserves and protects, holding the essence of life.

17. Songhearts

- A musical culture that uses songs and sound for magic.

- Gesture: Placing a hand over the throat and singing a single note to show sincerity.

- View: Music is the language of the heart and the most honest form of communication.

18. Runecarvers

- Inscribers of powerful runes that grant various abilities.

- Gesture: Tracing runes in the air or on surfaces to cast spells.

- View: Runes are the written words of the gods, containing immense power.

19. Stormcallers

- Masters of weather, able to summon and control storms.

- Gesture: Raising a staff to the sky to summon storms.

- View: Storms are the breath of the gods, bringing both fury and renewal.

20. Plainsriders

- Nomadic horsemen known for their speed and agility.

- Gesture: Drawing a circle in the dirt with a foot to mark territory or signal peace.

- View: The open plains are a vast, sacred expanse that must be respected.

21. Mycologians

- Mushroom-like beings who can communicate through spores.

- Gesture: Spreading spores by tapping a mushroom cap to communicate.

- View: Fungi are the bridge between life and decay, recycling energy.

22. Glimmerfolk

- Glittering, gem-encrusted people who can harness the power of precious stones.

- Gesture: Touching gemstones to channel their energy.

- View: Crystals are vessels of ancient power and knowledge.

23. Thornclad

- A warrior culture clad in thorny armor, known for their fierce combat skills.

- Gesture: Clasping hands with thorned gloves to signify a bond or agreement.

- View: Pain and resilience are intertwined, symbolizing strength.

24. Celestials

- Star-born beings with a deep connection to the cosmos.

- Gesture: Drawing constellations in the air with glowing fingers.

- View: The night sky is a map of destiny, guiding their every action.

25. Inkshapers

- People who can bring drawings and tattoos to life.

- Gesture: Drawing a symbol on their skin to activate a spell.

- View: Ink and art are extensions of the soul, capable of bringing thoughts to life.

26. Mirageweavers

- Desert dwellers who can create illusions and mirages.

- Gesture: Waving hands to create illusions and mirages.

- View: Reality is fluid and can be shaped by perception and will.

27. Echoers

- A culture that communicates and fights using echoes and soundwaves.

- Gesture: Clapping or snapping fingers to create soundwaves for communication.

- View: Sound is a powerful force that can shape the world around them.

28. Ironveins

- Metal manipulators who can shape and control metal at will.

- Gesture: Clenching fists to channel metal manipulation.

- View: Metal is a living force, constantly evolving and reacting.

29. Wyrmkin

- Dragon-like people with scales and the ability to breathe fire.

- Gesture: Exhaling a plume of smoke or fire to show respect or power.

- View: Dragons are the ultimate beings, embodying wisdom and might.

30. Duskborn

- Night-dwellers who gain strength from the moon.

- Gesture: Holding a candle to their chest, symbolizing the light within the darkness.

- View: Darkness is not to be feared, but embraced as a part of the natural cycle.

31. Crystalhearts

- A society with crystalline bodies that can refract light and energy.

- Gesture: Touching their heart crystal to show honesty and purity.

- View: Crystals are the heart of their being, reflecting their true selves.

32. Skyforgers

- Builders of floating cities and airships.

- Gesture: Hammering an invisible anvil to craft objects from thin air.

- View: The sky is a forge, and they are its smiths, creating wonders from the air.

33. Leafkin

- Plant-based beings who can photosynthesize and communicate with flora.

- Gesture: Placing a leaf in the palm to connect with nature.

- View: Leaves and trees are the lifeblood of the earth, nourishing all.

34. Sandshapers

- Desert people who can control and shape sand.

- Gesture: Drawing patterns in the sand to communicate or cast spells.

- View: Sand is a canvas for their magic, constantly shifting and changing.

35. Moonshadow Elves

- Elves who live in the shadows of the moon, skilled in stealth and night magic.

- Gesture: Casting moonlight on their face to invoke lunar power.

- View: The moon is a guide and protector, influencing their magic and lives.

36. Bloodrunes

- Warriors who use their own blood to inscribe powerful runes.

- Gesture: Pricking a finger to draw blood and create runes.

- View: Blood is the essence of life, and through it, they gain power.

37. Dreambinders

- People who can link their dreams to reality.

- Gesture: Twining fingers together to weave dreams into reality.

- View: Dreams are powerful forces that can shape and change the world.

38. Thunderclans

- Tribes who worship and control thunder and lightning.

- Gesture: Stamping feet or clapping hands to summon thunder.

- View: Thunder is the voice of the gods, a call to action and power.

39. Feywilders

- Inhabitants of the fey realm with unpredictable and chaotic magic.

- Gesture: Dancing in a circle to invoke fey magic.

- View: The fey are mischievous yet powerful, their magic a blend of chaos and beauty.

40. Mirrorborn

- People who can step through and manipulate mirrors.

- Gesture: Touching mirrors to travel or communicate.

- View: Mirrors are portals to other realities, reflecting infinite possibilities.

41. Wispwalkers

- Ethereal beings who guide lost souls.

- Gesture: Holding a wisp of light to guide lost souls.

- View: Wisps are guides and protectors, leading them through darkness.

42. Frostweavers

- Ice artisans who create intricate and magical ice sculptures.

- Gesture: Weaving ice crystals into intricate patterns.

- View: Ice is a delicate and beautiful force, capable of great power.

43. Starwardens

- Celestial knights who protect the realms from cosmic threats.

- Gesture: Drawing star maps in the air to invoke celestial power.

- View: The stars are guardians, watching over and protecting them.

44. Emberkin

- Fire-dwellers with control over embers and ash.

- Gesture: Snapping fingers to produce sparks and embers.

- View: Embers hold the remnants of fire’s spirit, representing both the end and beginning of the flame.

45. Oceanborne

- Sea nomads who can control the tides and waves.

- Gesture: Drawing water symbols in the air to summon sea spirits.

- View: The sea is a vast, living entity, a source of mystery and power.

46. Windwhisperer

- Communicators with the wind, able to send messages across great distances.

- View: The sky is a living entity, responsive to the voices of those who respect it.

- Gesture: Moving gracefully to mimic the flow of the wind.

47. Etherseekers

- Gesture: Holding out their hands to draw ether into themselves.

- View: The ether is a vast reservoir of magic, accessible to those who seek it.

48. Twilight Guardians:

- Gesture: Holding a lantern to light the way through twilight.

- View: Twilight is a sacred time, a bridge between day and night.

49. Windwalkers

- Gesture: Moving gracefully to mimic the flow of the wind.

- View: The wind is a messenger of the gods, carrying whispers of destiny and change.

50. Eclipsewatchers

-Gesture: Covering one eye while the other remains open to signify balance

- View: Eclipses represent the merging of light and dark, a time of balance and reflection.