#red stems

[jillraggett]

Plant of the Day

Tuesday 21 January 2025

The new stems of Cornus sericea 'Cardinal' (red osier dogwood) create bright thickets of yellow to orange-red stems. This suckering, deciduous shrub also provides autumn colour and will grow in most soil conditions in sun or partial shade.

Jill Raggett

[damianwaynerocks]

give me a batman comic where their trauma actually affects them.

bruce gets to be affected by trauma. his parents haunting his narrative and him making it everyone’s problem. his decline after jason died. his hatred of guns. damian does, too. his hallucinations of alfred. the inner turmoil he goes through almost everytime he sees talia.

but it’s literally only them except for a select few comics. with everyone else, everything is forgotten when the next run starts.

give me a dick grayson who is so terrified of loss from losing so many people that he worries himself sick everytime any of his siblings don’t answer a phone call.

give me a jason todd who can’t stand to be in small spaces due to waking up in a coffin and digging himself out of his own grave.

give me a stephanie brown who still thinks about her child everytime she sees a baby.

give me a tim drake who has to force himself not to flinch everytime there’s an explosion because of how many people he killed in the league of assassin bombings.

give me a cassandra cain that reverts back to silence when she gets hit with fear gas.

give me a duke thomas that spends every spare second he has researching potential cures for his parents.

like?? give me a comic where they’re human.

[theoldkyokodied]

Uploading all my Tomgreg art at once from the past few week before season 4 hits, who knows in what kind of mental state i'm gonna be once it does :')

[nenelonomh]

romanticizing this school year

the school year begins for me on the 28th of january, but i know many of you have already returned (unfortunate americans who started in september). anyways, here are some ways that i'm going to romanticize study and academia this year - and you can too!

❣ host study picnics: gather some friends, a blanket, and snacks, and study together in a scenic outdoor spot.

❣ themed study sessions: pick a theme for your study sessions, like “café” with coffee and pastries or “beach day” with tropical drinks and ambient sounds.

❣ personalized school supplies: diy your supplies by crafting unique covers for notebooks, decorating pens, or making your own bookmarks.

❣ monthy playlists: create playlists that capture the mood of each month and listen to them while studying or relaxing.

❣ host themed study nights: pretty much the same as the study sessions - but sleepover style. invite friends over for a study night with a specific theme, complete with decorations and themed snacks.

❣ self-care kits: put together a self-care kit with items like candles, face masks, and cozy socks for a relaxing break from studying.

❣ take nature walks: find a nearby park or garden where you can take breaks and refresh your mind.

❣ capture moments: keep a journal or photo diary of your school year, documenting the little moments and achievements.

❣ decorate your locker: add personal touches to your locker with photos, magnets, and small decorations.

if you do any of these, send me a photo - i'd love to see it! ❤️nene

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[versasfanficwastedump]

i don’t care what you tell me. i don’t care what canon you cite: jason is a responsible gun owner.

his safes are always locked, and he’s got his guns and ammo stored separately. his guns never just sit around loaded except the one he uses for home security and it’s still locked up in a safe by his bed. he doesn’t point it at anyone he isn’t prepared to fatally shoot.

jason uses guns but he’s not an idiot.

[xylemblu]

comic pages for the ever talented @skyspersonalhell 's fanfic with an evboverse meetup, Journal Log from the Void

[copia]

not to get dramatic but one of copia’s dissociative translations in his troubled head was seeing sister imperator’s saucer of pills as a mug of tea and biscuits. he’s clearly an unreliable narrator who sees things we can’t trust to be true; going off of this, can we trust that the mug of tea he was handed before the encore was actually that? who’s got time to down a whole mug of hot tea when you’ve still got three songs to perform? isn’t it a strange beverage to give him out of all the other options? don't get me wrong i'm absolutely not being serious here (also not insinuating that copia is ill like seestor, i'm going down the psychological route) but what i'm saying is he could have been handed medication he didn't want to acknowledge

[scarabdragon]

A scene redraw I made from the new Dead Cells Animated Series Trailer!

Have more doodles planned besides this one, but I figured I'd share this already :)

[hwashitape]

black and white square compilation

[jillraggett]

Plant of the Day

Saturday 19 October 2024

This cultivar of Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla var. flavescens (Swiss chard) had dramatic red stems. This group of cultivated beets can produce an edible crop all year round and are known for their resistance to bolting (running to flower and seed). These plants were being grown on a ‘hugelkultur’ (hill culture) which is a no-dig raised bed filled with biomass (wood, leaves, cardboard and other compost) and finished with soil. This feature holds moisture, builds fertility and maximises the surface area.

Jill Raggett

[onlysushicat]

Teen love !

[nenelonomh]

obsession in academia

!look a new nenelonomh academia post. oh, she's calling us out.

as the new year frivolity fizzles out, and we return to our routines, it is important to recognize and address obsession and "unhealthy consistency". many academics and type-a personalities struggle during the holiday season - viewing it as trivial or trying too hard to optimize their free time.

this mindset encourages burn out - before the academic year has even begun!

obsession in academia, often referred to as 'studyholism' or 'grade obsession,' is a common phenomenon experienced by students. over this holiday break, i definitely experienced some obsession over my studies - racking up a whopping 38 hours of study time over my december break - whilst i was waitressing full-time hours and trying to fit in holiday activities. luckily, i was able to recognize this - and spend less time on school.

i am defining this academic obsession as an excessive focus or preoccupation with academic achievement and performance. this obsession can manifest in various ways, such as relentless pursuit of high grades, constant studying at the expense of other aspects of life, and an overwhelming fear of failure. individuals who experience academic obsession may prioritize their academic pursuits above their physical health, mental well-being, social relationships, and personal interests.

type-a personalities : you have to be more careful

academic obsession is closely linked to type-a personalities, which are characterized by high levels of ambition, competitiveness, and a strong drive for success. type-a individuals often set extremely high standards for themselves and are highly goal-oriented. this intense focus on achievement can lead them to become obsessed with their academic performance, constantly striving for perfection and fearing failure. as a result, they may engage in excessive studying and neglect other important aspects of their lives, such as physical health, mental well-being, and social relationships.

this connects to the concept of "negative consistency," where individuals, particularly those with type-a personalities, may continue to push themselves relentlessly even during periods meant for rest and relaxation, such as the holiday season. instead of taking breaks to recharge, they maintain their intense work habits, leading to burnout. this negative consistency can result in chronic stress, exhaustion, and a diminished ability to enjoy leisure activities or spend quality time with loved ones.

recognizing this obsession

causes

❣ immense pressure to achieve high grades due to personal aspirations or fear of failure.

❣ parents, teachers, and society at large (community) may place high expectations on academic performance.

❣ the need for scholarships or financial aid can drive you to obsess over grades - financial anxiety.

❣ the competitive nature of academia can lead you to focus excessively on outperforming their peers.

❣ students often internalize the belief that their self-worth is tied to their academic performance. this can stem from a desire to meet personal goals or avoid feelings of inadequacy.

effects

❣ obsession can lead to anxiety, and depression. the constant pressure to perform can take a toll on your mental well-being.

❣ when you focus solely on grades, and prioritize memorization over understanding, you can hinder deep learning and critical thinking skills.

❣ excessive studying can lead to a lack of social interactions, affecting your relationships with your peers and family.

❣ stress and lack of sleep can result in various physical health issues, such as headaches, fatigue, and weakened immune systems.

prevention strategies

prevention strategies for academic obsession focus on promoting balance and well-being.

setting realistic and balanced goals - to help reduce the pressure to achieve perfection.

learning mindfulness techniques and stress management strategies - to provide tools to cope with academic pressures.

helping to create a supportive academic environment where all students feel valued for their efforts, not just their grades.

participating in extracurricular activities and hobbies - to develop a well-rounded identity and offer a healthy diversion from academic stress.

by implementing these strategies, we can help students (ourselves) develop a more balanced and sustainable relationship with academic endeavors.

i hope this was helpful! if you have any questions, send an ask to my inbox!

🫶nene

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[franco-barbis-sweetness]

Check out my Franco halloween pumpkin guys

[jillraggett]

Plant of the Day

Friday 1 March 2024

It was only a few days ago I wrote about Iris 'Blue Note' (Reticulata) but my friend had such a lovely display of this small, early bulb, protected by a frame of Cornus alba (dogwood) stems, that here it is again!

Jill Raggett

[nenelonomh]

how the algorithms are erasing culture & ruining our lives

watch this video by ashley embers, oh my. (link above)

though i don't fully agree with her end statements for this video - it is an important watch since it explains exceptionally how algorithms work and how they are affecting us (as individuals) and humanity as a whole.

here's some quotes that i adore

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"... steadily consuming more ours of our day to the point that we're spending more time online than we are offline ... if social media had a net positive effect on our lives, this wouldn't be a problem."

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"as time goes on we feel more and more of our autonomy being stripped away from us and replaced by an algorithm that claims to know us better than ourselves."

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"the internet, once celebrated for connecting diverse cultures is now blending said cultures into a monotonous sameness, breaking them down into their lowest common denominator as the algorithm optimized for engagement."

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"we love to wash our hands from these menial tasks that take mental energy. doing these things by yourself requires you to go out and find what you like whether that's from a bookstore, a group of friends, or an online forum. without the algorithm you would have to navigate your own route, butter up the bank teller or actually organize your inbox for the first time in your life. point being - it all takes intentionality. intentionality, we would love to offload to someone else because we have enough things to worry about, but the truth is the integration of these algorithms wasn't just for our benefit. in fact, the primary incentives of incorporating algorithms don't even take into account what's good for us."

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"they're not showing you your family and friends, they're showing you newness because the algorithms rely on newness to keep you scrolling. the problem with social networks is that their shareholders require constant growth to sustain themselves and this means that making the same profit every year is actually a failure, even if you're making millions of dollars, and this is is why social networks are just not focused on connection anymore when their priority is growth - and what drives more growth; and more profit: more attention. they're coming for every second of your life."

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i seriously think the video is worth the watch - even if you turn it on in the background whilst you're getting ready to leave the house, or cleaning your room.

let me know what you think if you watch it! conversation about topics like this is just as important as hearing them out. ❤️nene

[thenicestthingiveseen]

I’m very excited for Nora to roll up to the White House after spending 48 hours hacking an email server off 8 Red Bull and a weed gummy.