#so i Need to work on ot as much as physically possible

[dragonwysper]

Time sensitive question. I will consider answers in Ten (10) Minutes.

[nyarlathotep-thecrawlingchaos]

You guys really got me to one thousand likes in less than two days.

I don't even know what's happening but it's pulling me out of a really awful writer's block.

I have more ideas than I know what to do with so expect a good bit of content in the future.

You're all incredible 💗 ❤️

Have some Shanks headcanons, ranging from fluffy to spicy. As a treat.

I was a little iffy about Live Action Shanks at first, since he was literally my first manga/anime crush ever. But he grew on me more with every scene.

Especially that final scene where he saw Luffy's wanted poster. I mean....

Lookit that smile 🥹

So anyway.

LA!Shanks X Fem!Reader

Shanks A — Z

A — Afterglow (How are they after sex?)

Holding you close and telling you how much he adores you.

He's going to give you anything you want. Anything.

"Do you need anything, sweetheart? I've got you."

You want a bath, he's going to run it for you, carry you there once it's ready, and help you bathe.

Food or a drink, you just lay down, he's got it.

Shanks is completely and utterly devoted to making you feel like a goddess after sex.

Showering you with soft, tender kisses and caresses and endless praise, rubbing his fingers between your wet folds to prolong your pleasure as long as possible.

If it seems like he's trying to coax you into another round, he probably is. Your're going to have to outright tell him you're if spent, because he can't get enough of you.

B — Backrubs? (Do they like them? Like giving them?)

You can expect it nightly. You're his princess and he's going to pamper you.

He might only have one hand, but dear gods those fingers are magic.

He's not asking anything in return, but if you're offering then he isn't going to turn you down.

Closing his eyes and groaning as your fingers work through the tension in his muscles.

"Oh, you're too good for me, love."

C — Cuddling (Do they enjoy cuddling a lot ot only at certain moments?)

If you're within arm's reach, then Shanks has his arm around you.

His main mode of affection is physical.

Pulling you you to his side, resting his head over yours, tugging you down onto his lap.

He wants you close, as much and as often as you're willing to be, and he does't give a damn who sees.

D — Dance (Are they good at it? Do they enjoy it?)

Not really big on dancing, but if you want to he isn’t going to turn you down.

He'll take any excuse he can get to hold you close.

Tucking your hair behind your ear so he can rest his temple against yours.

His arm curled loosely around your back.

E — Extravagant Gestures (Things they do to make you feel loved)

He would literally move mountains for you if he could.

You tell him your dreams, well now they're his dreams too.

Anything you accomplish, whether alone or with his help, warrants the most lavish of celebrations.

He isn’t particularly materialistic, but what his princess wants, she gets, no questions asked.

"If you wanted the moon, I would make this ship fly so you could stake your claim."

F — Fighting (How do they hand arguments/apologies?)

All puppy-dog eyes and pouts.

Shanks makes it impossible to stay mad at him for any reasonable length of time. He's just too damned adorable.

Wrapping an arm around you and laying his head on your shoulder, refusing to let you go until you listen.

Even if it's a serious argument, the look of utter heartbreak on his face makes you cave every time.

"Come on, sweetheart. Just name it, I'll do anything."

He isn’t too proud to apologize—he knows when he's in the wrong, and he'll do anything in his power to make it up to you.

G — Going Out (What do they do for dates?)

If Shanks is the one doing the planning, you can expect to end up one of two places.

You might be at the nearest tavern, going shot for shot on rum until you can't see straight, singing sea shanties into the dark hours of morning.

Or laid out on a secluded stretch of beach in the moonlight, sharing a bottle or two, wrapped up in each others' arms and lips and forgetting the passage of time entirely.

He's happy doing anything that means he gets to spend time with you, though, so he's fine with going out of his element if you have something else in mind.

H — Heartache (How would they handle it if you broke up with them?)

Don't. Please. Just don't. He'll be inconsolable.

He'll cry. Don't make Shanks cry. That's just heartless.

He won't show it in front of his crew. He'll keep up his usual carefree and aloof facade.

But once he's alone, he'll be in complete shambles.

He'll probably drink himself senseless.

He loves hard, with every fabric of his being, and losing you would utterly destroy him.

I — Intimacy (When are they intimate with you? And how often?)

Literally all the time.

Shanks always kisses you like no one's watching, pulling you flush against him and delving his tongue between your lips and squeezing your rear.

In his eyes, there's no wrong time to show how much he treasures you. How much he wants you.

His ship could be under fire by a full Marine armada and he would still pull you in for a slow, sweet kiss if the mood struck.

In fact he'd probably do it just to show the Marines how completely unbothered he is.

J — Joker (How do they make you laugh)

If Shanks isn't cracking some stupid joke, you're worried something is wrong.

He loves making people laugh, loves seeing people laughing and enjoying life.

And making *you* laugh? That gives him life.

He's gone far as to pull your panties on while you're alone together in the captain's cabin and imitate you being dramatic about something until you're begging him to stop before you choke to death on your own giggles.

K — Kissing (How good? How often?)

If you're within eyeshot, he *has* to kiss you.

He knows that his crew will roll their eyes and tease him about it, but he doesn't care. Your lips are like a drug and he simply can't get enough.

His kisses tend to be light and plauful.

Lightly biting and pulling at your bottom lip.

Flicking his tongue across lips to coax yours out.

Letting his tongue swirl slowly around yours before pulling back and leaving you craving more.

Pulling you into his lap when he deepens the kiss.

Lifting his hand to flip off anyone with the audacity to tell you two to get a room.

"Don't pay them any mind, princess. They're just a bunch of jealous pricks."

L — Lay down (How do they sleep with you? Are they a cuddler or do they prefer their space?)

He has to be against you in bed.

If you roll away in your sleep, he will subconsciously shift closer to you.

Spooning is definitely his favorite—your back and your ass pressed up against him, his arm draped over your waist so he can caress your stomach or lay his palm over one of your soft breasts...absolute *heaven*.

M — Making babies (Do they want to settle down and have kids?)

Shanks is good with kids, being that he's practically an overgrown kid himself half the time.

All the same, he just...isn’t sure.

He loves you to death. Having a family with you would be a dream come true.

But if he had to leave his ship, his crew behind? He just isn’t sure he could do that.

Because he loves them to death, too.

N — Nervous? (How confident are they when it comes to romance?)

Shanks posseses the positively deadly combination of being unnecessarily charming and handsome, and incredibly aware of it.

Thus, his confidence is through the roof.

He knows he doesn't need anything more than a cheeky grin and a soft carress or two to get you in bed.

That being said, he'll spend all day subtly teasing you to the end of your sanity to make sure you want him as much as it's possible to want another person.

O — Oral Fixation (Giving or recieving? And how good are they?)

Absolutely a giver. He's incredible at it and he knows it.

And he's a terrible, terrible tease about it.

Taking you to the edge, making your thighs tremble...and then pulling away to brush his lips to your thighs and give you a cheeky grin.

"Oh, not yet, love. I love hearing you beg for it."

Keeping you on the edge until you're begging to come in complete and utter desperation before he finally lets you.

And then he isn't going to stop until you're begging him to.

He loves recieving just as much.

Really loves it when you pull him down an empty alley and get on your knees.Curling his fingers in your hair, groaning quietly and praising you endlessly.

His breath shaking as he resists the urge to thrust his hips forward and fuck your throat, wanting to enjoy the slow build-up.

"That's it, sweetheart. Look at me. I want to see those pretty eyes while you suck my cock."

P — Pet Peeves (Things they don't like in a partner)

Taking things too seriously. He's always joking around and having a good time, and all he wants is for you to do the same.

The silent treatment. It drives him absolutely insane. Just talk to him if there's something wrong, he wants to fix it.

Flirting with other men to make him jealous. Just don't. It's the one thing that truly gets under his skin, that could actually get him honestly angry with you.

Q — Quiet Time (How much alone time do they need, or do they want to be with you 24/7?)

Gives you your distance if you need it, but he does so begrudgingly.

He knows life is short—he got his arm bit off by a giant sea monster, for gods' sake—and he wants to spend as much time as he can with you.

Whether you're out having fun, fighting alongside each other, or curled up together in a hammock sharing a bottle of rum and enjoying a lazy afternoon.

He loves being with you, and he'll take any excuse he can get.

R — Romance (How romantic are they? Do they have to force it or does it come natural?)

Shanks's version of romance isn't fancy dinners and extravagant date nights.

It's lying on a beach watching the sunset with you.

Pushing you into the water and diving in after you, kissing you while you're both sopping wet.

Making love under a full moon.

Telling you every opportunity he gets how much he adores you.

"You know you're my greatest treasure, don't you, sweetheart?"

It's hard not to know when he tells you at least three times a day.

But the way he looks into your eyes when he says it still manages to melt your heart every time.

S — Spending Money (How much do they like to spend on you?)

Shanks isn't really much for materialism or consumerism.

You'll have to tell him if there's something you want, and he's not going to have any oroblem with getting it for you.

Every so often, something is going to catch his eye at some market in a port town.

Something that reminds him of you or that he thinks you'll like.

And he'll buy it without hesitation and give it to you with a big, goofy grin the second he sees you.

It's not all the time, but it makes it that much more special when it does happen.

T — Trust (Are they trusting of you? Jealous?)

He absolutely trusts you—that's how love is supposed to work.

But he can get a little jealous.

You wouldn't know it from the way he carries himself and jokes about it, but he does get a little insecure about missing an entire limb.

This can lead to him getting a little defensive and possessive if other men approach you—he's going to make sure it's known that you're his lover, and he'll always fight for you.

U — Underwear (What kind do they wear, and what kind do they like on you?)

Loose-fitting boxers are more comfortable.

He doesn't care what kind of underwear you wear, as long as it comes off easily.

And if you whisper in his ear that you're *not* wearing any?

You'd best buckle up, because he's putting you over his shoulder and carrying you off to the nearest private, or even semi-private location he can find to take advantage of this information.

V — Vulnerable (How vulnerable are they with you? Is it easy for them to open up to you?)

He is one hundred percent an open book with you.

You know everything about him. His life, his secrets, his aspirations.

He doesn't want anything to ever come up that could frighten you off, so he lays everything on the table surprisingly quickly.

W — Wine and Dine (Do they prefer meals at home or going out with you? Who does more of the cooking?)

He would much rather cook, preferably with you. He's not the best at it, but he's not awful either, given that he's had to be self-sufficient for a good bit of his life.

And if you're good at it, he's not to proud to take advice.

Any time spent with you is a wonderful time to him.

If you go out, it's probably going to be street food or tavern fare—fancy restaurants aren't his forte, and he's frankly not sure he would even have anything appropriate to wear.

X — X-Rated (How good are they in bed? What do they like?)

Hopefully you like being teased literally to the edge of sanity.

Major kink for edging you, making you beg for it.

And dear sweet fuck, is he good at it.

Whispering all the things he's going to do to you throughout the course of the day.

Pulling you down an alley or into a broom closet, pinning you to the wall and teasing you through your panties, stopping just short of letting you cum.

Subtle glances and touches.

He *loves* seeing you writhing in his bed, desperate for his touch while he kisses your neck, just trailing his fingertips up and down your inner thigh.

Holding you down by your hips so you can't even grind against him.

"Such an eager little thing. Just be patient, princess. You're going to get what you want."

Kissing down your breasts, taking time to stop and tease your nipples.

Pushing your thighs apart with his knees so he can circle a finger around your entrance, chuckling a little at your moans and whimpers before finally pushing it in.

Sitting up on his knees to watch you arch your hips, rubbing against your g-spot just long enough to get you gasping.

Pulling his finger back out and slowly circling it around your clit instead, before shifting back between your thighs and giving the sensitive bud a few teasing licks, watching you shiver in anticipation.

Keeping it slow and sensual, enjoying every second of being between your thighs, building your pleasure at a slow and steady pace that drives you crazy.

Holding onto your hip keep you from grinding against his tongue.

Pulling back the second you crest toward orgasm, chuckling at your whimpering and begging as he trails his lips across your inner thigh.

"You're just so adorable when you're desperate for it."

Keeping it going for what feels like hours, before finally tugging you in close and not relenting until you're trembling and falling apart beneath him.

Feeling you throbbing under his tongue and tighten up around his fingers is like a high for him.

Not stopping until your body goes limp and the only sounds you can make are a few little whimpers.

Soft, tender kisses amd whispered praises at your neck and lips and shoulders, his fingers combing through your hair, letting you recover for just a minute, even though he's aching for you.

Grinding his cock against your wet folds a few times before sliding slowly into you, groaning quietly in your ear.

"Oh, fuck, you're tight, love..."

Absolutely savors every second of being inside you, moving in long slow strokes, brushing his thumb across your cheek while he kisses you.

If you ask for it harder, he's going to give it to you—he's done with teasing you now. This is about you now, about what his princess wants.

And if you want it rough, then you're coming out of it with your neck and chest half-covered in hickies, and he's not stopping until he's sure you won't be able to walk tomorrow morning.

Holding back just long enough so you can climax at the same time, grunting out a quiet swear and pulling your hips flush against his to come deep inside you.

Slow, deep kisses while you both catch your breath and come down.

But don't be surprised if he's gearing up for another round soon. He really can never get enough of you.

Y — Yearning (How long will they pursue the person they're interested in before losing interest?)

It depends. If it's purely lust based, he's not going to pursue it very long and just move on.

If the feelings run deeper, though, he's absolutely shameless about it.

Relentless flirting and corny pick-up lines.

"Pardon me miss—do you have a map? It seems I've gotten lost in your eyes and I can’t find my way out."

Will absolutely get on his knees and beg you to give him a chance if he has to.

Puppy dog eyes in full effect.

It's pretty much pointless trying to resist.

Z — Zen (What do they do to wind down and relax? Do they prefer to do it alone or with you?)

A bottle of rum, a hammock stretched between a couple palm trees on some remote beach only he knows about, and his arm curled around you while you lie back against his chest.

Kissing your temple and playing with your hair.

He's always more relaxed when he has you with him.

[cloudraker]

heyo! I saw ur post and wanted to ask for tfp decepticons with a winged! S/o

preferably with megatron, soundwave or shockwave and knockout! Like how they would react and act around them, or like how they would use reader to their advantage? (Not in a bad way)

Reader has a long wingspan (18 ft) and is bigger than a normal human? Like smaller than Arcee but bigger than average.

Please tell me if that’s too much for you! And ty! <3 stay safe

Ofc!! And no worries, it's not too much at all :) Thank you sm for requesting <3

TFP Megatron, Soundwave, Shockwave, and Knock Out with a Winged S/o

Under the cut :)

Megatron

Honestly probably doesn't even notice you're any different at first until you start zipping around

I would say that of the four he's the one that cares the least

That isn't to say he doesn't care at all, far from it! He's got more than a handful of schemes, plots, ploys, etc ready to use when the need should arise

Depending on how you fly and such, he might take your movements into consideration when it comes to his own flight or when training troops. The information gets passed on to Starscream for the latter, but he's still aware of it

He doesn't expect you to be able to keep up with him when he's flying, but he will commend the effort

He does expect your wings to be in peak condition; they're one of your defining features and something that he see as putting you above the rest of your species

If you're at all self conscious about your wings, he scoffs and tells you to take pride in what sets you apart. It's not great advice, but it's something

Soundwave

Enjoys running his fingers through your feathers if you'll let him

Despite being in a relationship, he's still got a job to do. If you're up for it, he'll ask you to do recon or survey areas that need to be scouted in a more subtle way

He's not above using your humanity for the benefit of the Decepticons, but he wouldn't knowingly put you in harms way

Of the four, he's got the easiest time helping you groom your wings due to how thin his digits are

He draws comparisons between you and Laserbeak at times, though he does keep those thoughts to himself

Shockwave

Dude has got plans and ploys in place to test things and ideas

At times it might feel like you're more an experiment than a partner

He's always more than happy to run tests on how far you can fly and how fast, how much weight you can carry and for how long/far

He's also rather interested in your biology, pulling up diagrams of a typical human body and comparing it to yours, trying to figure out why you're different

It might be hard to notice, but he's more careful when it comes to tests. It's one of the few ways he has to show he does actually care about you, and doesn't want to see you hurt if it can be avoided

If there's something you want to train towards physically, you can count on him to come up with the most optimal training program possible

He finds it helpful to have you in the lab and having you zip around and collecting tools for him so he doesn't have to step away from his work

He understands the concept of keeping muscles strong, and makes sure you exercise enough if you're keeping him company in the lab

Knock Out

Dude makes sure you know how pretty your wings are

Makes sure you've got every product you'd ever need to keep them in top condition. Don't ask where he got them from tho

Schedules regular sessions where the two of you just preen and gossip

Also finds it super helpful that you can just fly up and reach the spots he can't and buff them out for him

Absolutely admires the strength you have in your wings. The idea that you have to actually flap them and have enough strength to get yourself off the ground is foreign to him as it's super different for Cybertronians

Not a fan of molting tbh. There's feathers everywhere and guh they're everywhere

Will still (reluctantly) help you deal with it tho

Knock Out makes sure you know he thinks that your wings make you much cooler than other people, and is not above making fun of the Autobots for having 'inferior' humans on their side

[zombholic]

☆ 𝐑𝐎𝐂𝐊𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑 ☆

tw: kinda physical fighting

you wake up to your brothers stupid make believe band conjuring up all the random notes to their stupid instruments to make any sound they possibly can. your blood boiling from getting woken up you barged into your garage, slamming the door open you walked right up behind your older brother, pushing his back roughly.

“what the fuck y/nn! what!” he turned around, shouting at you, his face now covered with annoyance and anger. “can you turn that shit down?! i will tell mom! you woke me up!” you yelled back, basically seeing the steam come out of your ears.

“did we wake the beast from hibernation?” the short haired brunette spoke up, her hands dropping from her bass guitar that was painted a blood red. “fuck off abby you can’t even sing” giving her a dirty look before walking back inside your house “if you guys keep being loud i will break y’all’s faces” you slammed the door shut before going back to your room.

being woken up too early you decided you might as well go hangout with your friends, quickly doing your usual morning routine you threw on some leggings and a oversized hoodie and your bootleg ugg’s you got from like jcpenny’s, they were still cute though. grabbing your car keys you quickly went downstairs to tell your mom you were going out.

meeting up with them at ellie’s house, you guys passed the joint around, giggling mess, dazed eyes looking at each other. “dude, wait oh my god” you spoke up all of a sudden with a mind like einstein, “aren’t all accents just mocking each other?” you sat up causing jesse, dina and ellie to start contemplating as well. “oh my god guys, guess what fucking abby had the audacity to say to me this morning!” you were still very upset. “what muscle mommy say now” dina hollered, literally crying at her nickname for anderson.

“listen shh, she said ‘did we wake the beast from hibernation’ like who the hell is she to talk to me like that in my own house, you rolled your eyes, jesse busted out laughing. “i’m sorry, y/nn, abby can be funny sometimes” “nuh uh! she’s a bitch and i hope she gets ran over by a semi.”

ever since your brother started that little stupid four people band in high school, abby the only one who stuck out like a sore thumb for being the biggest asshole. you guys were always at each other’s throats about something as stupid as eating the last fruit cup. she always managed to hop her ass on every single nerve in my body and she enjoyed it so much, she loved ruthlessly annoying you.

—

it had been a couple of hours and you needing to come back home because your mom was going on her twenty-four night shift at the hospital. opening your front door you saw abby and your brother, naveed, playing on his playstation. those two being too into a really stupid round in fortnite to even notice you, making your way into your room you had changed into a pair of pajama shorts and a tank top, the ac in the house never seeming to work.

slipping on some socks you walked into your kitchen to make some ramen noodles, still hungry from the leftover munchies. kneeling down to grab a pot to boil some water in, right as you got back up you bumped into someone. turning around and groaning in annoyance “personal space weirdo, all up in my bubble” abby gave you a disgusted look after the comment, grabbing some ingredients to make a sandwich “what bubble? your big ass head is a bubble" she went on to making a sandwich. "fuck you abby, i really wanna strangle you sometimes!" you groaned out of frustration.

abby putting down what she was doing, turning her head to look at you with the stern face, getting up and slowly she cornered you into a wall "do it, you're just a bitch who barks" her harsh blue eyes gazed down at you. "fuck you abigail" you pushed at her chest, trying to get out of the suffocating situation. grabbing your wrists she manhandled you to bend over the island, one hand gripping your hands behind your back and her other on the back of your neck.

"abby let me fucking go" you squealed trying to squirm out of her deadly grip, she grabbed a fist full of your hair pulling you onto her front, you could feel her breath on your face "remember how easily i can fucking break you y/n" she let out a chuckle after seeing your eyes go from anger to fear in a span of a couple seconds.

"i am twice your size kid, watch your fucking self” she eyed you up and down before leaving the kitchen.

AUTHORS NOTE: yall im high asf rn so pls tell me if u like this cause im honestly just typing words

[sincerelyyadere]

Beta testing review (no spoilers)

3/10

Toxic, love triangle, nsfw, yandere but in a bad way, omegaverse, alpha x beta x omega, top x switch x top, secrets

TW: nsfw, rape, drugging, abuse

This is the worst shit ive read in a long time, mostly because for 40 fucking episodes nothing was happening. Boring as hell, and you see this black haired guy? Fuck him, hes trash.

And after those 40 episodes of mindless scrolling, couse i was like “well, they said there will be a yandere here…” author thought it was boring too, apparently, and out of nowhere we got rape, drugging, emotional and physical abuse and… yandere? But in the worst way possible. So, in the first half i was hating just the black haired guy, now i hate the violet too. What the actual fuck, how can you manage to make all of your ML undesirable?

Main character on the other hand is perfect. I loved him so much, and i liked his trauma history, how it was unrevealing and how we got to understand his choices better.

Nonetheless, i feel bad saying this, but with all this raping and drugging and god knows what else, at least this shit got sort of interesting, and it was not so boring anymore (i was literally scrolling through sex scenes, how boring can a manhwa be that you skip sex scenes???)

Of course, no trigger warnings in the manhwa itself, but thats a given at this point. At least characters point out that the rape did happen, and dont just act like ot was nothing and just a “rough sex”.

I think i will be reading new episodes as they come out, since i struggled through 70 chapters of this shit, but if any of you want to read this, just skip to chapter 37, i will tell you what was happening before that so you dont waste time:

[SPOILER WARNING]

RECAP

Jihyuk is the main character who works in a bar for exclusive members, his boss is going out w/ his brother who is an omega.

Jihyuk fucks around a lot and then he meets yoo-jun who is of course wealthy as fuck (the black haired guy). He is an alpha in heat so jihyuk helps him and fucks with him. Yoo jin doesnt remember that but he helped jihyuk’s brother years ago, so jihyuk wants to pay him back. Yoojun convinces jihyuk to keep fucking with him, since he needs someone to reguraly fuck. It turns out he imprinted on some omega ages ago and when this omega dumped him, he was left alone with his horniness all over the walls.

Jihyuk agrees to be his fuck buddy, but reluctantly - he is scared of falling in love and he can feel himself falling in love with yoojin, who is still in love with his “hyung” - the omega he was dating.

COINCIDENTALLY JIHYUK HAS A FRIEND WHO IS AN OMEGA. His name is eunsong, but jihyuk calls him hyung of course. Jihyuk doesnt know that this hyung is the same hyung yoojun is in love with. Eunsong however is in love with jihyuk (here we have this shitty triangle).

So jihyuk is in love with yoojin, yoojin is in love with hyung and hyung is in love with jihyuk

So now:

Important facts:

Yoojin will drop everything if he hears that he can see his hyung somewhere which breaks jihyuk’s heart.

Jihyuk took hyjngs virginiy but he doesng remember that

Right befor the action of 37chapter starts, hyung found out that jihyuk is fucking with yoojung. Sp he invites yoojung to some bullshit party and the only condition is that he has to brong a date (to check if what jihyuk and yoojung have is serious - of course they come to the party together)

I think thats all, i really dont reccomend reading it from the begining, but, i guess you can try???

Hope my colourcoding helped😭😭😭

[dissociacrip]

telling medical professionals you want to be using some kind of aid (mobility aids, braces, etc.) on a part-time/contextual basis & their immediate response is "but ummmm de-conditioning" is the main reason i'm extremely reluctant to bring up to any of my doctors that i own a wheelchair, crutches, etc. which i don't use super often since i'm not usually out and about long enough to the point where i feel that i really need them

like, obviously there's going to be a risk of de-conditioning with full-time or very frequent use, sure, but it's almost like they automatically assume using the aid is the "easy" option (what a fucking joke that using crutches or a wheelchair is somehow "easy," it feels fantastic to not have to try to stand and walk when i get ataxic but it's not exactly a breeze) & surely we must be too lazy or unwilling to do anything like PT exercises or other physical activity to compensate for the time spent using the aid in question...it's almost like "exercise" is defined as physical activity you engage in for the express purpose of physical health, and not being forced to go through pain & fatigue or other averse symptoms in contexts where you can't fully dictate what you do with your own body & trying to do so leads to consequences (work, school, etc., biopolitics or whatever)

for example, my muscles aren't getting any stronger by forcing myself through pain at work or elsewhere because the way my body has adapted to distributing force over the years is a major part of the reason why they're weak, i was not given the PT or OT i needed as a child for my condition and that's what happens as a result; the wrong stress is being put on the wrong things & it's negatively impacting me in the now, having something to help in the short-term while working on things i can do to correct the issue in the long-term (like seeing a PT/OT - who actually understands my issues - or going to the gym) should be seen as "i want to be able be at work for even a meagre amount of income without feeling like i'm going to collapse and the pain/fatigue/etc. slowing me down to the point where i worry very often that i'm going to get fired," not like i just wanna take "the easy way out"

i'm just overall sick of this presumption that it's always us not doing enough or not knowing any better, that we can't possibly know what's actually good for us at the end of the day, instead of us trying to navigate our bodies and our lives to the best of our ability with whatever we have at our disposal

but also i don't really care that much if some theoretical person doesn't wanna do the long-term stuff either because that's not my business & i'm not interested in brushing up against doing healthism: mobility/medical aids edition, although i think what people online sometimes do where they recommend using mobility aids willy-nilly without directing the person in question to actual resources about said aids where they can learn how they work, what types their are, what they're best used for, etc. sucks because what i want is for people to be equipped with as much knowledge & guidance as they can to make what they inevitably decide are best decisions possible for their situation

[goodbye-to--a-world]

Hi! I dont usually post stuff like this on tumblr because i like to remain as anon as possible as i like to vent about personal feelings here, but i am very much in a pickle at the moment with my pup, Gus!!! 🥺💗💗💗

Gus is a 6yr old spronger spaniel with lots of personality and love to give!!! 🥺💗🫶🏻

He has developed a growth on his ear/sid of his face that the vets recommended be removed and tested ASAP but unfortunately I have been on sick leave from work for months now due to severe mental health decline and physical as well.

I have set up this gofundme to help raise as much money as i possibly can to help him get the operation and aftercare that he needs 🥺👉🏻👈🏻

This boy is my whole life and i dont know what i would do if i couldn't get him the help he needs because of money. 😭😭

All i ask is for interaction of any sort to boost this so more people see ot and hopefully donate if they have the means to do so! 🥹🫶🏻

There are pictures in the gofundme but I will add more to this post so you can see just how much of a lovely lil man he is 🥺💗

This is my big snuggle bug Mr. Gus 🥺💗 like mother like son because he, too, has hella anxiety issues 😭💗 he deserves the entire world and I'm devastated that I'm unable to provide him with that at this very moment due to finances and health issues :((

Thank you so so much if you've read this and if you interact at all. I apologize for disrupting your scrolling 🥺💗

[pomplalamoose]

To go with your Luke’s SO on their period headcanons, I raise you: traveling around with post-ROTJ Luke for Force artifacts as a fellow Jedi or traveling with the OT crew when your period hits (I have PMDD, so severe mental and physical symptoms two weeks before the period, then awful periods physically) and him determined to take care of you, even if you’re not together yet (he maybe enlists Leia to give him more helpful info?).

OOOOH yes that's a great addition!🫶🏻

Here are some of my thoughts in no particular order because I'm at work and have to be sneaky lmao (and also I really hope you'll feel better soon xx)

For anyone interested, here's the original post

• no matter which Luke we're talking about or at what point your relationship currently is, he always wants to help and be there for you

• he'd be so concerned

• he'd immediately notice you're seriously struggling with something, it doesn't matter if it's physically or mentally or both

• if the two of you are already a thing he'll talk to you about it of course but otherwise?

• he wants to be very respectful and not push you into talking about intimate topics you may not be comfortable with

• after all he has no idea about how this is handled where you are from

• maybe it's just not spoken about with friends or the opposite gender?

• how is he supposed to know?

• he would definitely ask Leia not only about her own experiences to better understand what you're going through but also about where to best get more information and how she thinks he could or should take care of you

• (he may have tried that with Han first but I don't think he'd be much help lol)

• but he doesn't want to pry or, if you're traveling with the OT crew, put you on the spot in front of the others

• so he may even wait some time to see if you come to him first or speak up at your own accord

• when you don't, he can't hold himself back much longer and approaches you during a quiet moment to ask what's wrong

• whether you give him a straight forward answer or tell him you're doing okay is up to you

• (quite possibly you don't want to burden anyone with this and try to keep your suffering to yourself?)

• but I think he'd be a little bit hurt when you end up lying to him

• that won't stop him from worrying and asking you about it again though

• actually quiet the opposite would happen

• he'd keep a secret eye out for you anyways

• most importantly he wants to make sure you're eating and drinking enough

• he also offers to take more frequent breaks for you to rest

• he gives up his bunk or bed roll for you if he thinks it's more comfortable than yours

• he makes up tasks to get you out of irritating or overstimulating situations or straight up motions for you to leave the room when things turn hectic

• he tells Han to shut up when he teases you about being sensitive (or about anything really)

• however he won't accept you outright avoiding him

• you will be taken care of, if you like it or not and he'll tell you so

• I think he'd get pretty worked up about it too, after all you're important to him!

• it's then that you might actually talk about what's been going on and you get all the reassurance you could possibly need

• he would never think of taking care of you as too much work or it taking too much effort

• he infiltrated the Death Star and risked his life for someone he didn't even know at the time and you think helping you through a hard time would be too bothersome for him? Oh PLEASE

• bonus thought while we're on the topic: take a look at this

• that's something Luke would do once you are in a committed relationship, like I can genuinely see him doing that and it's beautiful

[baizhoobies]

Kunikida x gn!Reader Headcanons

A/N: so me and my girlfriend broke up recently and I’ve been super down and in desperate need of some fluff to feel better. So whilst I catch back up on finishing requests, have some wholesome Kunikida headcanons - he’d make the best boyfriend. I’m very sorry for being slow, just life hiccups, thank you for your patience! N E ways, enjoy this short little thing!

Warnings: none!

- Kunikida is the type of man who values quality time together; as someone who is super busy with work, any time off the clock and with you is treasured and cherished greatly.

- If you work at the ADA, its obvious to say that he won’t act super coupley with you; he will however, glance over at you a lot (to check if you’re working pfffttt) - though he finds himself staring at you for longer than intended (this man is in love love okay?)

- He will occasionally drop a forehead kiss when he is passing by, or instead of holding hands, he will link your pinky fingers together when no one is looking.

- If you work at the same desk as him, either side of him or opposite, please please play footsies with him; he may scold you but he secretly loves it when you affectionately kick him or rub your leg against him.

- Kunikida will bring you coffee, or tea, or something caffeinated, especially if you had a bad night sleep - but rest assured, he will also scold you if you have too much caffeine because “its not good for you” smh

- oh yeah, get used to getting scolded - but I guess you could call it a love language of his

- If you don’t work at the ADA, Kunikida makes a special note that he is to come straight home to see you immediately after work. With the exception of emergencies, (like idk the ADA being threatened by an enemy organisation every other week) he will make sure that absolutely everything is done at work so that he can put it behind him and focus on you.

- After work, if you ask him to pick up some milk from the store, he’s on it, it’s written in his notebook and he will absolutely not forget; also, I just know that he would pick up some flowers for you whilst there’s are the store

- He gives me househusband vibes honestly, he shares the load of housework (if not takes on majority of the responsibility, not that you wouldn’t do it, but he has a system). If he comes home from work before you, expect the place to be spotless, not only for his wellbeing, but he likes seeing your face light up in surprise.

- I mentioned that he isn’t into PDA at work, but its totally opposite outside of hours. In fact, I believe he is quite clingy. Constantly touching you kind of clingy. If you are cooking, his arms are around your waist, head in the nook of your neck and he just holds you for a long while

“Darling, I’m trying to cook”

“Hmm” *hugs tighter*

- Speaking of cooking, he would also be a fantastic chef. He would scope out the best recipes and follow each instruction to a tee. Though, as much as he enjoys cooking, his favourite meals are the ones you make, because they come from you.

- Kunikida’s love language is definitely more physical than it is in words. Don’t get me wrong, he would tell you he loves you, but he’s not exactly versed in romance. That being said, if you want cuddles and/or kisses? You got it on TAP. Any moment, at any time, BOOM its yours - if you catch him in a good mood, he may also be generous with his hugs and kisses at work - but don’t push your luck.

- If you ever so much as compliment him, he will explode. Bright red, a little speechless (or at least incoherent) and will mumble something about how lovely you are - trying his best to return the compliment.

- As per his notebook, he will have his nightly routine to the exact second, its very important for him, and you, to have a schedule that ensures you both get the best rest possible to work efficiently the next day.

- What he always fails to take in account when writing his schedule is the extra 10 minutes the two of you share just holding each other in the morning. He knows he should get out of bed 8am sharp, but there’s something about you holding him, your head against his chest, your legs entwined with each other, and the way you softly breath in your sleep is what convinces him to stay in just a little longer. - he may even stay 20 minutes longer in bed if you are big spoon, its harder for him to pull away.

- Needless to say, he has a lot of quirks which I will go into in future posts but…his love for you is genuine and he’d never want you to doubt it for even a minute.

[yanderes-galore]

Platonic Yandere! Ultimis! Richtofan (Cod: Zombies) with Daughter! Darling perhaps? Daughter darling is a oddball and baffles others with her special and sole interests for nature— plants, insects, and wildlife. She’s quiet, sweet, a tad timid, and has strict boundaries whenever it comes to physical contact. Fortunately her father is one of those very few to have that certain privilege— which is very surprisingly and still hard for others to believe that she is actually this maniac’s kid (have you heard of his lines?). It’s very startling to see him shift his psychotic scientist persona to a sickeningly sweet and doting father when his daughter is in his sight. The only problematic thing is that he shelters her too much and is very coddling despite her being old enough to leave the nest. Or imagine him going more incredibly insane if she suddenly died.

I actually really like this idea... how darling has a natural curiosity and wants to explore while Richtofen likes experiments? This'll work!

Yandere! Platonic! Ultimis! Richtofen with Daughter! Darling

Pairing: Platonic

Possible Trigger Warnings: Female Darling, Manipulation, Obsession, Overprotective behavior, Sadism, Experimentation, Richtofen is still unhinged, Death, Violence, Dubious family dynamic, Babying, Plummeting mental state, Delusional behavior, Grief.

It really doesn't matter if you're his biological or adopted daughter, it's mind-boggling for everyone that Richtofen has a kid.

Especially in the Ultimis timeline.

You've always been such a sweet and timid girl who has a special interest in nature around her.

You always wanted to know more about animals and plants of all sorts.

This trait was sort of shared with your father, he likes to experiment after all.

It makes sense that you've always been such an isolated and closed off kid.

Richtofen, your father, has really been the only person you've known.

You haven't seen your mother growing up... it's always been just you and your father.

As a result Richtofen has grown attached to his one and only daughter.

While Richtofen preferred to experiment on teleportation or people... he loves to watch you take in your surroundings.

He likes your curiosity and finds it adorable when you show him something you've discovered.

You two have similarities... just without the sadism and insanity.

You trust your father with your life.

You cling to him and tell him you love him... something that makes him melt.

Since you were young he's always enjoyed swinging you in his arms and praising you.

It's really hard for others to accept the fact Richtofen, a maniac, has such a sweet daughter.

But Richtofen wasn't always insane....

It was when he found Element 115 that he lost his mind.

Why you seem so innocent is most likely due to him sheltering you since you were young.

Yes... Richtofen appears as an unhinged and sexually charged man...

Despite this you still love him.

He loves you, too.

It's jarring how fast he can drop his sadistic scientist persona to tend to you.

The issue is he treats you like a child all the time.

While you may be fine with it as you're used to him... you're an adult woman by the time the missions start.

The other team members question Richtofen on his obsessive coddling towards you.

Richtofen responds by snapping at them.

Why should they care how he treats his daughter?

Richtofen is eerily sweet with you, calling you nicknames and holding you close.

He treats you like a doll, one who's fragile and needs to be protected.

You not feeling comfortable around the others only aids him as he has an excuse to manipulate you to his side.

He loves to squish your cheeks, hold you close, and just treat you as though you're a small child despite your possible annoyance.

This could be because of the Element 115 affecting his perception and obsession over you.

If you try to show independence, Richtofen feels betrayed.

Are you going to leave your father?

You can still explore the world... with him.

Fine, he'll allow you to meet other people... with him.

Is it so hard to just... not leave him?

Why the sudden change now... he loves you! Don't leave him!

Now, Ultimis Richtofen is unhinged as is.

Even though he has a daughter his persona only every changes around you.

Then there's the possibility of him losing you....

This can happen in a few ways throughout the journey.

It's dangerous from the start once he decides to bring you along.

You could die in so many ways...

Or he could lose you in another dimension.

Either way... the moment Richtofen loses track of you his mental state plummets.

Richtofen's mental state has always been hanging from a thread.

You, his daughter, grounded him.

If he loses you he becomes volatile and possible self-destructive.

Those around him become scared when Richtofen's emotions become unstable.

He's worse than he was before, possibly even delusional.

Regardless on how Richtofen loses you he starts to hear your voice.

No doubt he heard voices before but now he's convinced you're still out there.

If he lost you through another dimension that may be true.

Yet if you died? Then Richtofen's just more insane than he was....

He's nearly inconsolable.

He flips from acts of rage, often blaming his team if he lost you.

He may even violently attack them if he's delusional enough.

He may also cry spontaneously due to his mental state.

I wouldn't put it past him if he tried to use Element 115 to try and bring you back.

Losing you makes Richtofen a mess.

The thought of losing you puts his mind in a spiral.

This is what causes his overprotective behavior.

You're his daughter... he'll protect you.

He can't trust the others, his experiments, to protect you.

Richtofen liked how it was before...

He liked it when it was just the two of you... maybe it still can be?

Who cares what the others think... they can be sacrificed when he completes his goal.

All Richtofen cares for is you, you and him will be all that remain by the end of this quest in his mind.

[hippielittlemetalhead]

I should be working on my Punk!Steve thingy and I will but first I am running on enough caffeine to stop an elephant's heart and 3 hours of sleep and I had a ✨thought✨.

Son of Hades Steve but more Bianca di Angelo than Nico. He's charming and charismatic but even if people like him there's still that sense of Other and people fear what he's capable of (King Steve) and the stereotype that he's bad luck and not like other demigods and almost less human than them (relationship with Nancy and the bullshit scene). His parents know and his stepdad refuses to acknowledge him more than he needs to and his mom resents him for ruining her marriage even though she's the one who revenge cheated in retaliation for her husband sleeping with another secretary. So they send him to Camp Half Blood as soon as possible and he is there the majority of the year.

And

Son of Artemis Eddie. BECAUSE in many ancient civilizations the words/phrases we translate to virgin would be closer to unwed young woman rather than never slept with someone. Because Artemis has a lover, Orion but upon his death vows to never wed and declares herself a maiden/virgin goddess. So either like copying Athena in PJO or via the occasional ONS she has a handful of kids. We'll say for easiness sake she 99.9999% of the time has girls that she keeps as part of her hunters. The occasional .0001% that's a boy she sends to the father or the camp. Eddie was left on his father's doorstep in a soft grey woven bassinet and swaddled in silver cloth that seemed to glow with the light of the full moon. His dad isn't the best but once he was delivered Artemis didn't really check in with him and only finds out he'd been sent to his Uncle Wayne (who can see through the Mist) when one of her hunters who was working with CHB sees and recognizes him as a child of her Lady and reports back to Artemis. She claims him at the campfire the next full moon and he immediately starts calling only the Apollo kids cousins and they sort of adopt him as one of their own right back when he proves to be terrible at anything related to either his mother or uncle except taking care of kids (he is great at helping with little ones who are new to the camp or have to visit the infirmary) and/or animals, being the type to take little lost campers under his wing and a talent for music that would rival the most gifted of Apollo's cabin.

A la PJO style we meet our heroes around the ages 11-12, Steve had been in and out of the camp routinely since he was literally a toddler. He was found at daycare by a kind nymph who went by Claudia and her satyr toddler (Dustin 😏) and told the Harringtons about the camp. She did not expect them to basically send their 3 year old to boarding school most of the summer.

Dustin later found Eddie on his own since he was now technically 9 to Eddie's 12 but still physically pretty toddler looking it took some effort and Claudia had to intervene when she finally found her son and explain to the nice mortal man and his demigod nephew about Eddie being of Greek god descent and that with the rise of monsters trying to get at him already he should go to the camp for a bit to train. Dustin would stay at the camp with Eddie partially as punishment for running off and partially to help him acclimate and make sure Eddie was on time for when Claudia helped Wayne Iris message Eddie. Eddie is maybe 13 and been at camp for about a year when he gets claimed.

That's all I've got really besides Steve and Eddie try being friends cause they're both odd kids out w/who their parents are but it's a little out of nowhere after a year knowing of each other rather than knowing each other but also Steve has powers and charisma and that makes him worth hanging out with to majority of campers where Eddie can get kids to stop crying and is a Disney princess with how much animals like him. There's some animosity cause Steve is jealous Dustin is spending so much time with Eddie, especially when they and some of the other campers and younger satyrs discover DND and Eddie feels rejected cause they didn't click at all and his emotionally traumatized little ass made that Steve's fault. Till they're 16 and 17 and assigned a quest with Dustin as their satyr and third and they have to learn to get along and realize how much they have in common like the fear of what comes next when they age out of being campers and yeah Steddie happens and Dustin is smug.

Also Eddie learns completely by accident he can basically use music as a weapon DND bard style and he is way too happy about it and so pissed he didn't think of that sooner.

[totallyexhausted]

Just thought about the fact that...

You could argue that Katzuki is imprinting a delusional ideation on Miri and his family due to the fact that he was abandoned as a child, and his own wife/ child (keep in mind, we know he has/had a child but we don’t know at what age the child was separated from him as Katzuki seems to have prior knowledge of caring for children- this could have come from his upbringing if he acted as the leader/ older brother to younger children, or perhaps his child was Miri’s age or older when they were taken, either by Katzuki’s will, job, or death) were either killed or “lost/ mentally shifted” in his line of duty. His backstory with his wife/ child were probably the traumatic even that lead him into his line of work. It could have been a hit on him that caused his wife/ child to be in the crossfire, the hit could have been followed out by someone close to him now. However, his imprinting of acting father to Miri, his comments of “their genes/ other mothers” could be interpreted as either a coping mechanism or a delusional break leading to a bigger shift in his mentality. He could be stepping in the role of his ex-wife, Miri acting as his lost child, in order for him to cope with his past; or using them as a crutch, or physically believe/ see himself as Miri’s biological father. Either way, it would mean a HUGE psychological break for him later... The fact that he is all sunshine and gumdrops (and needs to be protected at all costs, in my opinion) could mean that he HAS to keep busy, he has to work in order to keep memories at bay. However, he could be convincing himself of things that aren’t true (i.e. him and Rei are married; Miri is biologically theirs; etc.) which would be an interesting concept as yes, it would mean a shift in his mentality later as realization hits, but also it would be all down to how Rei responds and views their situation. In EP6, it sounds as though Katzuki is Bi, although we haven’t had much proof yet; but we know nothing of Rei’s sexuality or past or feelings. So, if Katzuki were to “break” which given he’s a sunshine character, I believe he will before the end of the season and Rei will finally understand how Katzuki feels and his thoughts and all the shit he keeps bottled up inside will come pouring out, I wonder where that will leave him and Rei. 

As Kyo (can’t remember his full name) pointed out in previous episodes, he’s glad Katzuki was distracted; and he seems to be sending money to either is ex, his child/ orphanage, or possibly, his ex’ family. But by Katzuki being distracted, this would suggest he is prone, just as we view Rei every day, to a depressing demeanor. I’m sure he’s contemplated suicide after the death of his family- usually sunshine character’s hide their deepest darkest thoughts; so, I wonder on the term that brought Rei and Katzuki together and whether Rei has seen Katzuki- the true Katzuki, not the sparkle and sunshine version of himself trying to convince everyone he’s happy. I feel like if Rei were to see the real Katzuki, the non-distracted, veil is lifted type of feeling/ thoughts/ action- well, there’d be al ot of emotions between the two. Especially given that we know Rei had a horrible upbringing just as Katzuki (ironically, this doesn’t mean that Rei has bad feelings towards his father/ Boss); so, all-in-all, I’m interested in seeing the breaking point of Katzuki, seeing Rei’s thoughts/ feelings towards his father/ past/ current situation, and how, if at all, their relationship will shift/ change over time. Idk though, just my thoughts. 

[fangirlstorycreator]

Hey Bestie 🖤 Now here's a question for you. How would your favorite TIG characters react if you caught them crying during a very emotional movie? I'm excited to read your opinions. I love you ☺️ 🖤

Thank you so much for sending me a question bestie! I love you too 🤗💚💚💚

CK Terry Silver

In my personal opinion, I think Terry wouldn't be afraid to show that side of him around his girlfriend. He has wanted for so long to be his true self, and now he can when your around. No fear of rejection or comment like John used to do, he feels safe around you. So if you were to walk in on him watching a film that makes him cry, I think he would be honest about it and possible even laugh at the fact that he can cry at something like that. You would give him a cuddle and watch the rest of the film with him, letting Terry go through any emotion he wants, tears or no tears 💚

KK3 Terry Silver:

Even though they are the same man, I think KK3 Terry would behave differently to you walking in on him watching a sad film. If you were to see him cry, I think he would be quite boyish and charming about it, playing it off like he wasn't being serious. For someone as hard as Terry, its probably strange for him to cry, especially at something like a film, so he's probably just as suprised as you are. But even if you comfort him and stay to watch it, he'd probably still just be playful and brush it off like it was nothing 💚

Max Parrish:

I can see Max trying to change the subject, he has this teenage boyish charm to him that makes him think that he's so strong and clever, but when the tears start to flow, he simply cant help himself. The film will probably be something including a dog or a cute animal, and if you were to walk in on him, he'd instantly try to play it cool. He'd probably wipe his tears away very quickly, stumble over his words and put on a face to make him look cool, he'd try to do a smalder, but it wouldn't work on you 💚

Terry McCain:

I can see Terry being quite hard when it comes to keeping in those kind of emotions, but on the odd occasion, something will catch him off guard. If you were to walk in on his watching a sad film, it may be something that reminds him of a partner he lost in the force, and it would be cutting him up on the inside. Of course you would comfort him and he would instantly take you in his arms, but it would take a lot to upset this man to the point of tears 💚

Cash:

I just know Cash would try to hide this, he is someone who believes he needs to be strong all the time, so when the tears flow, its something he doesn't want people to see. If you walked in to see him cry at a film, something tells me it wouldn't be lots of tears streaming his face, more a couple just falling from his eyes. As soon as he'd see you, he'd wipe them away and pretend you didn't see them, but you did. You wouldn't have to talk to him, you would just sit beside him and pull his head into your chest as you cuddle him. Cash is more of a physical man than a verbal man when it comes to emotions like that 💚

General Taligaro:

Taligaro is a very strong man who is always working to defend the lands and the royal palace, his main emotion when he's doing that tends to be anger. But when he's with you, happiness is all he feels. Let's say he's gone to the theater with you in the local town, and he watches a play that makes him cry, he wouldn't know what to do with himself, crying is so rare to him. He would be in public and he would probably feel really uncomfortable with what his body is doing, but you would be right there holding his hand and wiping his tears away, instantly calming him down. Once you were in private, he would talk to you about his crying and you would comfort him so he wouldn't feel so confused or ot of place 💚

Jan Valek:

Being a vampire, crying isn't something that comes naturally to him, especially being the man he is. Nothing scares him, so why would he cry? But maybe if he saw something that made him think about the future? I can see him watching something where a couple grow old together and one dies at the end, leaving the other on their own, I think watching that might make him think of you and him. He loves you to death and the thought of not having you would be horrendous, if you walked in and saw that, you would of course hold him in your arms to make sure he's ok. He may even be confused as to how he can cry, maybe wiping them with his finger and looking at them, not believing he was capable of creating tears 💚

[asanda0625]

The future is bright!!

The future of occupational therapy (OT) is bright, full of possibilities and exciting challenges that will reshape the way we practice. As I reflect on my journey and the future that lies ahead, I find myself both eager and curious about the innovations that will define our profession. OT has always been rooted in holistic care, valuing the person as a whole and considering the full spectrum of their physical, emotional, and social needs. But as the world evolves, so must we. The question isn’t just how we adapt to these changes, but how we can actively shape the future of OT in ways that better serve our clients and our communities.

During my fieldwork, I’ve had moments where I had to stop and think differently about how I approach therapy. There were times when what I was doing just wasn’t enough to meet a client’s needs. These were challenging moments but necessary ones. They pushed me to grow as a person and as a future OT. One of the most exciting things about the future of OT is how technology is changing the field. Tools like artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), and telehealth are opening new ways to help people. AI can help track client progress more accurately, while VR allows clients to practice real-life skills in a safe, virtual environment. Telehealth, especially after the pandemic, has shown how we can connect with clients who live far away or can’t come into the clinic easily.

One client has significantly impacted how I think about therapy. He has schizophrenia and PTSD, and his symptoms started after he experienced a traumatic event during his army training. When I first began working with him, I realized that focusing solely on his mental health symptoms wasn't enough; his emotional well-being, particularly managing stress and anxiety, needed just as much attention. This led me to provide him with simple tools, like a stress ball and breathing exercises, to help him manage these challenges in his daily life. These small interventions helped me see how crucial it is to address the emotional aspects of therapy, focusing not only on what’s outwardly visible but also on the inner emotional experiences of our clients.

Looking back on my experiences, I can see how much I’ve grown, both personally and professionally. I used to think OT was mostly about applying the right techniques, but now I realize it’s much more than that. It’s about constantly reflecting on what works, being open to change, and always focusing on the unique needs of each client. This shift in how I think about OT has had a big impact on how I approach my work.

Feedback from my supervisors has played a key role in my development. It has helped me see where I can improve and has encouraged me to think more critically about my practice. Professional growth, I’ve learned, isn’t just about learning new skills—it’s about being open to feedback and being willing to change how you do things. It’s about doing what’s best for the client, even if it means stepping outside of your comfort zone.

As I look to the future of OT, I’m excited about what’s to come. The field is growing, and with it, the ways we can help people are expanding too. Whether it’s through new technology or better understanding the emotional needs of our clients, OT is moving forward in meaningful ways. But as we embrace these changes, we need to stay grounded in the values that make our work special: empathy, creativity, and a deep commitment to helping others.

The future of OT is bright, but it is also one that requires us to be proactive. We must be ready to lead the way, to embrace innovation while staying grounded in the values that define our profession. For me, that means continuing to reflect on my practice, staying curious about new developments, and always keeping the well-being of my clients at the centre of my work. How are you preparing to embrace the future of OT? What steps are you taking to ensure that your practice remains relevant and impactful in the years to come? These are the questions we must all ask ourselves as we move forward together, toward a future full of possibility.

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Understanding the Role of Occupational Therapy in Mental Health Recovery

Occupational therapy plays a crucial role in mental health by enhancing individuals' ability to manage and improve their daily functioning and overall well-being. Occupational therapists help clients develop essential coping strategies and life skills needed for daily living, and they promote engagement in meaningful activities to boost mood and self-esteem. Through functional assessments, therapists evaluate the impact of mental health issues on daily life and set tailored intervention goals. They employ various therapeutic techniques, such as cognitive-behavioral approaches and mindfulness, to support mental health. Additionally, occupational therapists provide vital support and advocacy, helping clients access community resources and addressing their needs effectively (Creek, J. (2003). Occupational Therapy and Mental Health. Elsevier Health Sciences)

Below are some of the examples of OT roles in mental health:

The assessment plan for my patient with mental conditions

My patient is a 87 year old female with dementia and psychosis as comorbidity, on the first day my plan was to collect as much information as I can so I used the interview, collateral information from the file and other staff members and also the assessments forms which are WASP auditory memory test and mental state examination(MSE) to collect more assessment findings in order for me to draft the problem list and make an interrelatedness on how the affected client factors might have an influence in occupational imbalance.

My role on that was to have a better understanding of the client holistically and then start establishing the treatment plan and aims that are client-centred to the client in order to provide quality of life and implementing treatment that is meaningful to the client.

My Role as an occupational therapist in providing intervention for this patient

The role that I will play in establishing a treatment plan for her will be to Engage the patient in activities that stimulate memory, problem-solving, and other cognitive functions like reminiscence group. Assist in creating a structured daily routine that incorporates familiar tasks. Simplify tasks to match her cognitive level, allowing her to participate as much as possible. Introduce sensory-based activities, such as music therapy, aromatherapy, or tactile stimulation. Focus on maintaining mobility and physical health through gentle exercises, such as chair-based exercises or walking routines, tailored to her physical ability. Facilitate social interaction by involving her in group activities within the institution or one-on-one interactions. Engage her in meaningful activities related to her previous role as a nurse, such as role-playing caregiving scenarios, or even teaching others simple health tips. Work with the institution to modify the environment to make it more dementia-friendly.

Conclusion

Occupational therapy practitioners use a wellness and recovery-oriented approach because it is congruent with the profession’s person-centered and occupation-based practice, engages clients in their health management, and promotes independence in living a balanced and satisfying life.Berg et al. (2018) 

References

Center for Behavioral Health Statistics and Quality. (2017). 2016 National Survey on Drug Use and Health: Detailed tables. Rockville, MD: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

2. Gibson, R. W., D’Amico, M., Jaffe, L., & Arbesman, M. (2011). Occupational therapy interventions for recovery in the areas of community integration and normative life roles for adults with serious mental illness: A systematic review. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 65, 247–256.

3. Noyes, S., Sokolow, H., & Arbesman, M. (2018). Evidence for occupational therapy intervention with employment and education for adults with serious mental illness: A systematic review. American Journal of Occupational Therapy, 72, 7205190010.

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Midterm Reflections: SDG guide to make an impact in the community

It's 2015, and the United Nations has just called a universal call to action to end poverty and inequality, protect the planet, and ensure all people enjoy health, justice, and peace. Who will respond to this call? (WHO)

WELCOME BACK TO BLOG 3, WEEK 3

Can you believe it's already midterms? That means we're halfway through the block, and by now, I have begun to understand the multi-dimensional layer it takes to be a community OT. As I grow fonder of the community, I keep asking myself how can I make a significant impact with the little time I have left. The task sometimes seems almost impossible and overwhelming, as there’s so much to do and so much more that can be done… This blog will highlight the work I intend to do in the community using the Sustainable Developmental Goals (SDG) as a guide.

Before I begin, let me briefly inform you about the SDG- In 2015, the United Nations came together to create a plan for a better future called the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It comprises of 17 goals to make the world fairer, safer, and more prosperous by 2030 (UN). The SDGs build on the progress made by the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), launched in 2000. The MDGs made a big difference in reducing poverty, improving healthcare, and promoting education globally, with the exception of developing sub-Saharan Africa, leaving millions of people still lagging behind. This is why an urgent global call to action was required…

The SDGs are a call upon governments, businesses, and individuals to work together to ensure quality education and healthcare and promote peace and justice, among many other goals, as explained in the link below:

This one is related to South Africa and is more relevant to us.

So, what are we, as community OTs, doing to work towards these goals?

In my last blog, I mentioned how my mornings occur at the New Clinic where we do health promotion. Here, we inform the patients about OT, screen for possible clients, and educate and rehabilitate those in need. We see a variety of cases from psychological, physical, and pediatrics, such as mums with postpartum depression, workers with low back pain, elderly people with arthritis, and kids with developmental delays. This aligns with SDG 3, “Good Health and Wellbeing’’, in which we aim to promote physical and mental health and well-being for all ages. This goal concerns maternal and child health; you can read more about that in my first blog! We also run an active aging group for elderly ladies to promote healthy aging, prevent age-related diseases, and encourage social participation.

The next goal we intend to work towards is SDG 4: “Quality Education.” This goal aims to ensure all learners have access to ECD centers such as creches (4.2) to prepare them for primary school. In Kenville, there are many creches, but the kids are often under-stimulated and do nothing all day. As OTs at the creches, our role is to stimulate and bridge that gap to prepare the kids for primary school. We do this by using play, building cost-effective and stimulating toys, and upskilling teachers to support the learners better. The goal also aims to improve youth literacy and numeracy skills (4,6). At the Kenville primary school, we see many learners unable to read, write, and count. As OTs, we can use alternative and fun learning methods to help learners meet their grade requirements and write legibly.

Moreover, we try to promote SDG8, “Decent Work and Economic Growth.” With our individual clients, we provide vocational rehab for those who are struggling to work due to an illness or injury such as pain, edema, or a hand injury. At the New Clinic, we run a project called KITE, which employs a local community member to work to sell donated clothes to earn an income. We have also been trying to run a job skills program to upskill community members and teach them financial literacy skills. We also aim to tackle youth unemployment by running a study skills group and career guidance for high school learners to educate them about careers and colleges, to improve their marks, and to be able to meet university requirements.

Another goal we intend to work towards is SDG10: “reduced inequalities.” At Kenville, we see income and social inequalities such as poverty, gender-based violence, xenophobia, and the effects of patriarchy on women. This perpetuates a cycle of poverty and marginalization. As OTs, we try to reduce inequalities by focusing on advocacy, education, and social inclusion. At the high school, we discuss pressing issues such as bullying, substance abuse, and teenage pregnancy to help combat these issues. We also run expressive groups for the youth to provide a safe space for the kids and to promote self-esteem and a sense of equality within the community. This links with the last goal as well…

Lastly, we aim to work towards SDG11, “Sustainable Cities and Communities”. This goal aims to make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and sustainable. Kenville has a lot of litter and pollution; we can try to start community clean-up initiatives and environmental education programs; this can be done with the youth soccer kids as they are the ones playing on the fields. We can collaborate with local organizations and businesses to make community resources more sustainable and safer. Our goal for this block is to get a shipping container to work from and improve the youth soccer field (i.e., build goals and clean space). We also need to ensure our programs implemented are sustainable and continue even without us present through caregiver/ teacher/social worker education or, better yet, advocate for an OT post within the community. As OTs, we can also make and provide assistive devices and adapt the home environment to make it more inclusive and safe for people with disabilities.

As you can see, OTs have an active role within communities in helping meet sustainable developmental goals. For the last 3 weeks, we have ''unconsciously'' been working hard, in accordance with the SDG, to help create communal change, promote health, reduce inequalities, provide quality education and work opportunities, and achieve a sustainable and safe community.  By focusing on these five SDGs, we aim to create a ripple effect of positive change within our community. It's important to note that each goal has many sub-goals; we, as OTs, work within our capacity to meet these goals as much as possible, despite the various barriers - such as corruption, poor service delivery, discrimination and occupational ennui of clients- yet our impact is still significant. Considering we have 5 years until our goals should be met, there is so much to do, indicating the need for more/permanent OT services at the community level. Seeing the importance of the SDG to promote health, justice, and peace, as well as the link between the SDG and our OT role, I ask you, have you responded to the UN's call as a future or graduate OT?

Until the next blog

Peace ✌️