if i look back, i am lost
No title available
Sade Olutola
DEAR READER
JBB: An Artblog!
cherry valley forever
Today's Document
titsay
Janaina Medeiros
YOU ARE THE REASON
he wasn't even looking at me and he found me
Xuebing Du
art blog(derogatory)
Aqua Utopia｜海の底で記憶を紡ぐ
tumblr dot com
izzy's playlists!
wallacepolsom
styofa doing anything
PR's Tumblrdome
KIROKAZE
seen from Indonesia
seen from Malaysia
seen from United States
seen from Italy
seen from Australia
seen from Malaysia
seen from Netherlands
seen from United States
seen from Sweden
seen from United States
seen from Belgium
seen from Australia
seen from Italy
seen from Malaysia
seen from Malaysia
seen from Germany
seen from United States
seen from Australia
seen from Australia
seen from United Kingdom
@astral-pr0jectile
Item: The Scream Rarity: ⏶ Common
What is the scariest game you've ever played?
Feed your dashboard by answering my question, blogger.
I guess the scariest game in a sense would be Silent Hill f, I'm not really that easily scared these years so I'm not sure what counts as scariest.
Thank you for the question.
body language descriptions please?
(eg: she cocked her head)
thank you 💗💗💗
Body Language Descriptions
-> feel free to edit and adjust pronouns as you see fit.
Anxiety/Nervousness
She fidgeted with the hem of her shirt, her fingers tugging nervously at the fabric as she struggled to find the right words.
They bit their lower lip.
He looked away, unable to meet her gaze, a clear indication of his guilt.
She absentmindedly rubbed her neck.
He chewed his nails, a nervous habit that he couldn't seem to quit.
They rubbed their hands together nervously.
He tightened his jaw.
She felt beads of sweat forming on her brow, betraying her calm facade as her heart raced.
Frustration/Impatience
Their fists clenched at their sides.
He tapped his fingers rhythmically against the table, a clear sign of impatience as he waited for her to finish.
He rolled his eyes, the gesture full of exasperation as he dismissed her words.
She let out a heavy sigh, the sound heavy with resignation as she faced the inevitable.
He threw his hands up in defeat.
Curiosity
He leaned forward in his chair, eager to hear more, his eyes sparkling with curiosity.
She raised an eyebrow, her expression skeptical as she questioned his intentions.
She tilted her head slightly.
He watched intently, his eyes wide with wonder as he took in every detail of her story.
Confidence/Assertiveness
He stood tall with his shoulders back, projecting confidence even in the face of uncertainty.
They sat on the edge of their seat.
She gestured wildly, her hands moving animatedly as she tried to express her excitement.
He stood with his hands on his hips, exuding an air of authority and control over the situation.
They held their chin up high, projecting self-assurance even in the face of adversity.
Defensiveness/Resignation
He crossed his arms over his chest, a defensive posture that spoke volumes about his discomfort.
He braced himself against the wall, a protective stance.
She folded her hands in her lap, a sign of restraint as she fought the urge to speak.
They shrank back slightly, their shoulders hunching as if trying to make themselves smaller in the face of criticism.
He held his breath momentarily, steeling himself for the inevitable conflict he sensed was coming.
She covered her face with her hands, overwhelmed by the situation as she tried to block out the world.
Thoughtfulness/Concentration
She furrowed her brow in concentration, her mind clearly racing as she tried to solve the problem at hand.
She nodded slowly, processing the information, her expression thoughtful and contemplative.
He stared blankly into space, lost in thought as he processed what had just been revealed.
He drummed his fingers on the table, the rhythmic sound a sign of his deep contemplation.
She tapped her foot lightly, her mind racing.
Eagerness/Excitement
He paced back and forth, his restless energy manifesting in the constant movement as he considered his options.
She bent forward, her elbows resting on her knees, a sign of intimacy and engagement in the conversation.
She swayed slightly from side to side, a subconscious display of her nervous energy as she waited for the verdict.
He bounced on his toes, his excitement palpable.
She jumped up and down, a spontaneous display of her joy that couldn’t be contained.
Writing Worksheets & Templates
will update this every few weeks/months. alternatively, here are all my tagged Writing Worksheets & Templates
Chapter Outline ⚜ Character- or Plot-Driven Story
Death & Sacrifice ⚜ Magic & Rituals ⚜ Plot-Planning
Editing: Sentence Check ⚜ Writing Your Novel: 20 Questions
Tension ⚜ Thought Distortions ⚜ What's at Stake
Character Development
50 Questions ⚜ Backstory ⚜ Character Creation
Antagonist; Villain; Fighting ⚜ Protagonist & Antagonist
Character: Change; Adding Action; Conflict
Character: Creator; Name; Quirks; Flaws; Motivation
Character Profile (by Rick Riordan) ⚜ Character Sheet Template
Character Sketch & Bible ⚜ Interview your Character
Story-Worthy Hero ⚜ "Well-Rounded" Character Worksheet
Worldbuilding
20 Questions ⚜ Decisions & Categories ⚜ Worksheet
Setting ⚜ Dystopian World ⚜ Magic System (AALC Method)
Templates: Geography; World History; City; Fictional Plant
References: Worldbuilding ⚜ Plot ⚜ Character ⚜ Writing Resources PDFs
all posts are queued. send questions/requests here.
Ways to express the vibe of “Oh. Oh.” without writing “Oh. Oh.”
because we all know the line is a classic for good reason but perhaps a bit too cliche
Oh. Oh no, I know what this is.
Well. That’s inconvenient.
Wait, why is…. Oooooh….
Okay, I know what this looks like. But… Oh man, who am I kidding?
Wait… Oh.
“Oh.” A blink. Then, slower, “Oh…”
“Wait…” Fuck.
What? Why would I feel that way when… Oh.
This is going to hurt, isn’t it?
“What the—“ Oh.
Everything aligns just right then. I’ve been a damn idiot.
“Oh my God!” … Oh my god…
Oh. Oh no…
My hands are shaking and suddenly I understand why my throat feels tight and my heart is pounding. I’m an oblivious fool.
Nope, nope. Not happening. … “Fuck.”
Oh. Oh?
Ways That Fear Can Show Up (Without Saying “Fear”)
When it creeps: • Foreboding — the air feels wrong before anything actually happens. • Ominousness — silence that feels almost... purposeful. • Misgiving — your instincts tugging at your sleeve, whispering, "Don't."
When it hits fast: • Shock — your brain blanks • Startled— your heart slams, you inhale • Panic — thoughts fracture; your instincts beg for escape
When it lingers: • Tension — jaw locked, shoulders up near your ears. • Anxiety — background noise that lingers in every thought • Dread — knowing something bad is coming and having to wait for it.
When it turns physical: • Shivers — cold crawling up the spine. • Sweat, dilated pupils, skin gone pale — your own body betrays you. • Weakness — knees like jelly, grip unreliable.
When it overwhelms: • Terror — too big to think around. • Horror — something has gone wrong. • Paralysis — body refusing orders.
When it distorts reality: • Paranoia — patterns where there are none. • Suspicion — every sound feels intentional. • Unease — the sense of being watched without proof.
Writing tips: Let bodies do the talking
Body language is one of the most powerful tools you can use in your writing, especially when it comes to dialogue.
It reveals emotion without needing long explanations, and it gives your characters presence long before they speak.
Here are some physical cues you can use to bring your scenes to life:
Crossed arms / defensive stance → guarded, annoyed, uncertain
Fidgeting with sleeves / tapping fingers → nervous, impatient
Lingering touches / brushing hands → affection, tension, desire
Tightened jaw / clenched fists → anger, restraint, frustration
Averted eyes / looking at the floor → guilt, fear, embarrassment
Stepping back / leaning away → distrust or discomfort
Tilting head / raised eyebrows → curiosity, challenge
Shoulders relaxing / exhaling slowly → relief, vulnerability
When should you rely on body language?
When you want to show an emotion instead of naming it
When dialogue alone feels flat
When you need subtext (what they won’t say out loud)
When two characters feel differently than the words they’re speaking
When you want to make a scene more sensory and grounded
Are they really calm, or is their foot tapping like a warning signal? Are they truly angry, or is it just the way their jaw tightens when they’re hurt? Are they saying “I’m fine,” but refusing to meet anyone’s eyes?
Body language adds layers. It tells the truth when your characters won’t. It can add to the rage bubbling on their lips, letting the reader know when they're just about to blow up.
Use it intentionally, and your scenes will read less like conversations on a stage and more like real people breathing on the page.
Character Flaws and Their Meanings
Impulsiveness : Acts on instinct without careful planning. Perfectionism : Sets unrealistically high standards, leading to self-criticism. Indecisiveness : Struggles to commit to decisions or choose a path. Arrogance : Overestimates one’s abilities and dismisses others. Pessimism : Habitually expects negative outcomes in most situations. Cynicism : Distrusts the motives and sincerity of others. Overconfidence : Places excessive faith in one’s skills, often underestimating risks. Stubbornness : Resists change and refuses to adapt to new ideas. Jealousy : Feels envious of others' success or possessions. Insecurity : Experiences frequent self-doubt and a lack of confidence. Procrastination : Tends to delay tasks, often leading to missed opportunities. Passivity : Avoids taking initiative and relies on others to act. Aggressiveness : Responds with hostility or force rather than reason. Selfishness : Prioritizes personal gain over the welfare of others. Fragility : Is overly sensitive to criticism and easily discouraged. Egotism : Constantly focuses on oneself and one’s own importance. Defensiveness : Quickly rejects or rationalizes away critique or new information. Manipulativeness : Exploits others to fulfill personal needs or desires. Recklessness : Shows a careless disregard for potential risks or consequences. Resentfulness : Holds lingering bitterness and grudges over perceived wrongs. Distractibility : Finds it hard to maintain focus amid competing interests. Impatience : Lacks the willingness to wait, often spoiling opportunities to learn. Perfunctory : Performs actions in a mechanical, uninspired manner. Self-Doubt : Consistently questions personal abilities and decisions. Arbitraryness : Makes decisions based on whim rather than reason or evidence. Rigidity : Is inflexible and unwilling to consider alternative viewpoints. Gullibility : Trusts too easily, often leading to being misled or deceived. Obsession : Becomes excessively fixated on particular ideas or details. Aloofness : Maintains emotional distance, appearing detached or indifferent. Intolerance : Refuses to accept differing perspectives or lifestyles.
Writing Advice for Brainstorming
Mix genres and time periods: Experiment by combining elements from different eras or genres to create unique settings and narratives.
Use "what if" scenarios: Pose unexpected questions (e.g., What if time travel operated on emotions rather than mechanics?) to spark novel ideas.
Draw from diverse mediums: Engage with art, music, or even scientific papers to inspire unexpected plot twists.
Embrace absurdity: Let illogical or surreal ideas guide you; sometimes the wildest thoughts lead to compelling stories.
Reverse clichés: Identify common tropes in your favorite genres and deliberately invert them to create fresh perspectives.
Incorporate personal anomalies: Transform your idiosyncrasies and personal struggles into rich, multi-dimensional characters.
Use mind-mapping: Visually plot your ideas in a freeform way to uncover hidden connections between disparate elements.
Terms of Endearment
List of various terms of endearment that can be used in different languages. A lot of them are gender neutral. Now in alphabetical order.
Afrikaans
Lief (love)
Liefie (lovey)
Arabic
Habibi حبيبي (m) (my love)
Habibti حبيبتي (f) (my love)
Ya hayati يا حياتي (my life)
Ya qalbi يا قلبي (my heart)
Ya ruhi يا روحي (my soul)
Hubbi/hobbi حبي (my love)
Catalan:
Estimat (m) /estimada (f) (dear)
Amor/amor meu (love/my love)
Sol (sun) (used more like "és un sol" ('they're a sun'??) and normally used when talking about well-behaved children lmao.
"Reiet meu" could also be used (means 'my little king') (m)
"Carinyo" (from spanish Cariño i guess)
"Bonic (m)/bonica (f)" (means nice or pretty (physically)) ("bonica" in feminine is more common as a term of endearment)
Vida (life) (can also be "videta" (diminutive version))
Bombó (that's like a chocolate sweet lmao)(used normally with women)
Princesa (means princess) (f)
Czech
Zlato (gold, my precious)
Lásko (love)
Miláčku (dearest, little dear)
Danish
Skat (treasure)
Engel (angel)
Smukke (pretty/beautiful)
Elskede/elskling (beloved)
Kæreste (dearest and also used for the term girlfriend/boyfriend)
Snut (sorta like babe, a bit outdated)
Dejlige (wonderful)
Smuksak (beautiful but only for endearment)
Pus (cute pitiful thing)
Pusling (Pus in diminutive)
Musling (mouse diminutive)
Putte[animal] (cuddle[animal of choice], most used is: animal, mouse and pig, but other animals or objects happen)
Kære (loved one)
Allerkæreste (most loved, argumentative)
Basse (cute fat, might come from bear, mostly used for children and men)
Dutch
Schatje (treasure)
Liefje (loved one)
Lieverd (loved one)
Lieveling (loved one)
English
Dear
Pet
Baby
Babe
Honey
Darling
My love
Sunshine
Sweetheart
Sweet cheeks
Prince/Princess
Farsi
Joon/Jaan جان (life)
Azizam عزیزم (my dear)
Asalam عسلم (my honey)
Golam گلم (flower)
Filipino (from various local languages, all gender neutral)
Mahal, sinta (tagalog) (love)
alternatively add "ko" or "aking" to turn it into "my love" (e.g. mahal ko, sinta ko; aking mahal, aking sinta) with "aking" being used more often when talking about the one you love to a 3rd party;
or turn it into a verb (e.g. aking minamahal, kasintahan) to make it "lover"
Paraluman, irog, liyag, giliw (tagalog) (darling) these are older terms though, you won't hear or see them being used unless you're lovers with someone 🌟Extra🌟
Tangi (tagalog) (only one)
Tinatangi (tagalog) (the one i hold dear/the only one for me)
Tinadhana - fated (from the root word "tadhana" meaning fate, which in and of itself should also be a term of endearment and I stand by that)
Hinigugma (bisaya) (beloved) (very old)
Palangga/pangga/langga or "ga" for short and sometimes pagingging (ilonggo) (love) (can also be used platonically or between family members)
Kalasahan (tausug) (beloved) (this is pronounced with an emphasis in the SA syllable (as in kalaSAhan) instead of the LA like in the tagalog word LAsa (which means taste)
Jowa (filipino slang) (significant other/boyfriend/girlfriend)
Bebe, bebe ko, beh, bhe, bhie, bih (filipino slang) (babe)
Lablabs (filipino slang) (literally "love-love" in a heavy filipino accent)
Finnish
Aarteeni (my treasure)
Armaani (my darling (A bit old fashioned to say.))
Höpönassu/höpönassukka/höpsö (silly)
Kalleimpani (my most valued one)
Kulta/kultaseni/kultu/kultsi/kultsipuppeli (gold; darling (These are ordered from least syrupy to most syrupy.)
Mielitietty/mielitiettyni (favourite/my favourite (Formal, usually used when speaking about your loved one to someone else.))
Murmeli (marmot)
Muru/murunen (crumb; honey)
Mussukka (sweetie)
Pikkuinen (little one (Used for children and animals.))
Rakas/rakkaani (love/my love; dear)
Sydänkäpyseni/sydänkäpynen (my heart cone/heart cone; sweetheart)
Söpöliini (cutie)
French
Mon amour (my love)
Mon cœur (my heart)
Chéri (m) / Chérie (f) (darling)
Chou (used like "honey", but directly translates to cabbage)
Mon lapin (my bunny)
Ma vie (my life)
L'/amour de ma vie (love of my life)
Ma poupée (f) (my doll)
Gàidhlig (Scottish)
A chuisle (a hoo-sluh)/ A ghràidh (a ghrah-ee) (my love)
Mo chridhe (moh hree-uh) (my heart)
A chiall mo chridhe (a heel moh hree-uh) (my dearest darling)
Both romantic or otherwise, i.e. they don't have specific romantic connotations.
Leannan (lyen-an) (sweetheart)
M' eudail (may-thal) (darling, romantic)
Luaidheag (luah-yak) (darling, the way a wee old lady talks to a child)
German
Liebling (beloved/favourite)
Schatz (treasure, I would say the most common one between established couples)
Liebes (loved one) (not that romantic, can be used by older people)
Liebster (m) (loved one, bit old-fashioned)
Liebste (f) (loved one, bit old-fashioned)
Hase / Hasi (bunny)
Maus (mouse)
Spatz (sparrow)
Bär / Bärchen (bear)
Engel / Engelchen (angel)
Prinzessin (f) (princess)
Sonnenschein (sunshine)
Kleines (f/n) (little one, can be used in a cute way for women, (while actually being neutral), but can also sound degrading or offensive)
Greek
Αγάπη /Αγάπη μου (love /my love) (the first can also be used among friends, usually between women, but both are very often used in romantic relationships)
Ψυχή μου (my soul) (mostly romantic but can be used by a parent to their kid)
Hebrew
Chaim sheli חיים שלי (my life)
Neshama sheli נשמה שלי (my soul)
Lev sheli לב שלי (my heart)
Ahoovi אהובי (m) (my love)
Ahoovati אהובתי (f) (my love)
Hindi
Meri jaan मेरी जान (f) (my life)
Mera jaan (m/n) (my life)
Rani रानी (f) (queen)
Hungarian
Kedvesem (my dear)
Szerelmem (my love)
Drága (precious)
Édesem (my sweetie)
Kicsim (my little one)
Babám (my baby)
Kincsem (my treasure)
Indonesian
Sayang (to love/love, can be used as 'honey', doesn't have to be romantic)
Cintaku (my love, mostly used romantically)
Irish
A stór (darling)
A stórín (little darling, sweetie. More commonly used for children, but can be used romantically too)
A chroí (heart, you can say "mo chroí" too, that means "my heart")
A ghrá (love)
Aingeal (angel, used both romantically, and for people who've done something nice for you (think "you're a doll"))
A ghrá geal (directly translates to "bright love", but means something more like "honey" or "darling")
Mo ghrá amháin (my one, my one love, my true love)
Mo chailín/mo bhuachaill (my girl/my boy, we say this in place of "girlfriend" or "boyfriend" because there's no proper words for those)
Mo bhean/mo fhear (my woman/my man, like the above, but more seriously, usually said by married couples as a short form of "bean chéile" (wife) and "fear chéile" (husband))
A réaltín (star/little star, used both romantically and to refer to children)
Italian
Tesoro (treasure)
Amore mio (my love)
Cuore (heart)
Vita mia (my life)
Cucciola (puppy/cub) (mostly used for women, but you could say "cucciolo" for men)
Piccola (little one) (mostly for women, "piccolo" would be the male version)
Cara/caro (dear) (now mostly used by grandmas for grandkids but perfect for couples in the past or old couples nowadays
Bimba (f) (child)
Patata/patatina (potato/little potato) (again mostly women when used romantically, "patato/patatino" for men, but they can also be used for pets, babies, your kids or anyone that you find cute)
Tata/tato (short version of papata/patato)
Polpetta/polpettina (meatball/little meatball) (very uncommon, but I've heard it used for girls)
Topolina (little mouse) (very uncommon, but could be used for girls)
Bambola (doll)
Korean
Jagiya 자기야 (honey/baby)
Aegiya 애기야 (baby/little one)
Gongjunim 공주님 (f) (princess)
Wangjanim 왕자님 (m) (prince)
Nae Sarang 내 사랑 (my love)
Gwiyomi 귀요미 (cutie)
Yeobo 여보 (darling, loved one to a spouse)
Malay
Sayang (dear/darling)
Polish
Kochanie (my beloved)
Myszko (f) (little mouse for women romantic, or for young daughters)
Misiu (m) (diminutive bear, romantic for men)
Misiaczku (another form of the above but more intersex)
Słoneczko (diminutive for sun, can be for children but also romantic for women)
Pączusiu (diminutive doughnut, romantic partner)
Bąbelku (bubble diminutive for young children, toddlers or infants)
Duszko moja (very outdated, meaning my soul, for women)
Serce moje (also old school, meaning my heart, unisex)
Gwiazdeczko (diminutive star, for girls and romantic female partner)
Kotek/Kotku (kitten, unisex)
Mała (literally: little (f), for women, can be romantic but also offensive if used by strangers)
Skarbie (my treasure, unisex)
Rybciu (diminutive for fish, little fish, for women)
żabko (diminutive for frog, little frog, for women)
Portuguese
Meu querido (m)/ minha querida (f) (my darling)
Meu amor (my love)
Princesa (f) (princess)
Meu docinho (my sweetheart)
Coração (heart)
Amado (m)/Amada (f) (my beloved)
Meu (m)/ minha (f) mais que tudo (my above overall) Meu tesouro (my treasure)
Paixão (passion)
Meu bem/ meu benzinho (my goodness)
Meu doce/meu docinho (my sweet/ my little sweet)
Brazilian Portuguese
Amor (love)
Querido (m) / Querida (f) (darling)
Bebê (baby)
Meu bem (untraslatable; something between "my dear" and "my treasure")
Meu docinho de coco (my coconut candy - really old slang, nowadays used only for fun)
Patroa (f) (it means a female boss; not ironic not aggressive, but used by men to describe their wives affectionately, eg. "I can't go today, my patroa is waiting for me at home")
Gato/gatinho (m) / gata/gatinha (f) (cat/little cat; if a person is pretty, they are called a "cat")
Minha vida (my life)
Meu xodó (my crush)
Bebê (baby)
Docinho (sweetie)
Chuchu (honey)
Fofura (cutie)
Querida (dear)
Lindinha (beautiful/cutie)
Meu anjo (my angel)
Mozão or Mor (love, more like slang)
Romanian
Iubi (Sweet heart/darling)
Iubirea mea (my love)
Draga mea (f) / Dragul meu (m) (my dear)
Dulceața mea (jam/honey)
Sufletul meu (my soul)
Suflețel (little soul)
Russian
lyubov' moya / любовь моя (my love)
radost' moya / радость моя (joy of mine)
dusha moya / душа моя (my soul)
schast'e moyo / счастье моё (my happiness)
sokrovishche moyo / сокровище моё (my treasure)
solnyshko / солнышко (sunny)
zolotce / золотце (golden)
lyubimyj (m) + lyubimaya (f) / любимый + любимая (beloved)
dorogoj (m) + dorogaya (f) / дорогой + дорогая (darling, dear)
milyj (m) + milaya (f) / милый + милая (dear but in more informal way)
kotik / котик (kitty) malysh / малыш (baby)
zajchik (m) + zajka (f) / зайчик + зайка (bunny)
ptenchik / птенчик (little bird, hatchling)
rybka moya (f) / рыбка моя (my fish)
Serbian
Sreća(o) moja (my happiness)
Zlato moje (my gold)
Srce moje (my heart)
Život(e) moj (my life)
Duša(o) (my soul)
Slovak
Zlato / zlatko (gold)
Láska (love)
Miláčik (bit cheesy, but means my lovely)
Spanish
Cariño (darling)
Bebé (baby)
Corazón (heart)
Mi amor (my love)
Mi vida (my life)
Cielo (sky)
Amor (love)
Swedish
Sötnos (cute nose)
Älskling (darling)
Tamil
Kanmani [cun-mun-ee] (darling)
Turkish
Aşkım (my loved one)
Canım (my love/soul)
Hayatım (my life)
Bebeğim (my baby)
Kocacığım/karıcığım
(my husband/my wife, but in a more endearing way, you can say it to a person you're not married yet but thinking about marrying)
Her şeyim (my everything)
Yaşama sebebim (my reason to live)
Ceylanım (My gazelle, it's a gorgeous creature like cmon)
Güzel gözlüm (My lover with beautiful eyes)
Nazlı yarim (My coy lover)
Kalbimin sahibi (the owner of my heart)
Güzelim/yakışıklım (my beautiful/my handsome)
Kediciğim (my kitty/kitten)
Biriciğim/bi'tanem (my one and only)
Çiçeğim (my flower)
Balım (my honey) (can also say "bal dudaklım (my lover with honey lips)" if you feeling on fire)
Evimin direği (literally meaning "the post of my house," if you say this to a person (usually your husband), you mean to say that he keeps your household/family up, whether financially or with emotional maturity)
Ukrainian
Mostly romantic:
зіронька [zironʹka] (star)
мій світ [miy svit] (my world)
моє життя [moye zhyttya] (my life)
моє серденько [moye serdenʹko] (my heart)
коханий [kokhanyy](m) /кохана [kokhana] (f) (my beloved one)
милий мій [mylyy miy] (m) / мила моя [myla moya] (f) (my dear one)
любий мій [lyubyy miy] (m) / люба моя [lyuba moya] (f) (my loved one)
мій єдиний [miy yedynyy] (m) /моя єдина [moya yedyna] (f) (my only one)
Mostly between friends:
сонце [sontse], сонечко [sonechko] (sun, sunshine)
пташка [ptashka] (f) (birdie)
душа [dusha] (soul)
друг (m)/ подруга (f) моєї душі [druh (m)/podruha (f) moyeyi dushi] (a friend of my soul)
Urdu
Meri jaan میری جان (my life)
Pyaari پیاری (sweetheart)
Shahzadi شہزادی (f) (princess)
Welsh
Cariad/Nghariad (love)
Let me know more terms of endearment in your languages! And please correct me if I'm wrong somewhere.
Please note that they are not all romantic. You can ask in the replies, so a native speaker can answer if it's appropiate for the type of relationship you want your characters to have.
physical intimacy
long hugs, melting into each other
comparing hand sizes
burying face in their stomach when laying down
several kisses in quick succession
hugs from behind
huddling up on a cold day
rolling in bed until they are slotted together
tickling
nose / cheek / forehead kisses
stealing their hat and putting it on
forehead to forehead
smothering them with their own body
carrying them around their apartment
head resting on their shoulder
climbing in their lap
checking them out when they change even after years together
holding hands in a stressful moment
slapping their ass in passing
tucking their hair back
casual brushes while passing them
massages
kissing the palm on their hand and then nuzzling into it
playing with the other's fingers
lifting them and setting them on the counter to have better kiss reachability
burying face in the crook of their neck
playing with their hair
spooning
removing their make up and hair products for them after a hard day
jumping in their arms upon reunion
the taller leaning on the shorter's shoulder like an arm rest
Anxious but lovable quirks
✮ replays every conversation from the last five years.
✮ texts “sorry” for things that require zero apology.
✮ Googles “how to tell if someone is mad at you” more than any human should.
✮ overprepares... snacks, chargers, backup snacks, emotional contingencies.
✮ says “no worries!” while clearly worrying.
✮ narrates their own panic in real time: “This is fine. Everything’s fine.” (It’s not fine.)
✮ checks the stove three times, then leaves, then comes back to check again.
✮ practices what they’ll say to the barista, then still stumbles.
✮ plans to arrive early and still panics they’ll be late.
✮ keeps a “comfort item” in their bag, like a book, a charm, an entire therapy session in plush form.
✮ apologizes to inanimate objects when bumping into them.
✮ re-reads old texts, convinced they sounded weird.
✮ ives reassuring pep talks to themselves in mirrors.
✮ smiles too much when nervous; it looks like static.
✮ starts cleaning when overwhelmed, aggressively organizing their breakdown.
✮ needs reassurance but feels guilty for needing it.
✮ worries about being “too much,” when they’re exactly enough.
✮ panic-laughs in serious moments, then panics about that too.
@aj-parker94
When your Character...
Gets into: A Fight ⚜ ...Another Fight ⚜ ...Yet Another Fight
Hates Someone ⚜ Kisses Someone ⚜ Falls in Love
Calls Someone they Love ⚜ Dies / Cheats Death ⚜ Drowns
is...
A Ballerina ⚜ A Child ⚜ Interacting with a Child ⚜ A Cheerleader
A Cowboy ⚜ A Genius ⚜ A Lawyer ⚜ A Pirate ⚜ A Spy
A Wheelchair User ⚜ A Zombie ⚜ Beautiful ⚜ Dangerous ⚜ Drunk
Funny ⚜ In a Coma ⚜ In a Secret Society ⚜ Injured ⚜ Shy
needs...
A Magical Item ⚜ An Aphrodisiac ⚜ A Fictional Poison
A Coping Strategy ⚜ A Drink ⚜ A Medicinal Herb ⚜ A Mentor
Money ⚜ A Persuasion Tactic ⚜ A Quirk ⚜ To be Killed Off
To Become Likable ⚜ To Clean a Wound ⚜ To Self-Reflect
To Find the Right Word, but Can't ⚜ To Say No ⚜ To Swear
loves...
Astronomy ⚜ Baking ⚜ Cooking ⚜ Cocktails ⚜ Food ⚜ Oils
Dancing ⚜ Fashion ⚜ Gems ⚜ Herbal Remedies ⚜ Honey
Mushrooms ⚜ Mythology ⚜ Numbers ⚜ Perfumes
Roses ⚜ Sweets ⚜ To Argue ⚜ To Insult ⚜ To Kiss
To Make False Claims ⚜ Wine ⚜ Wine-Tasting ⚜ Yoga
has/experiences...
Allergies ⚜ Amnesia ⚜ Bereavement ⚜ Bites & Stings
Bruises ⚜ Caffeine ⚜ CO Poisoning ⚜ Color Blindness
Facial Hair ⚜ Fainting ⚜ Fevers ⚜ Food Allergies
Food Poisoning ⚜ Fractures ⚜ Frostbite ⚜ Hypothermia
Injuries ⚜ Jet Lag ⚜ Kidnapping ⚜ Manipulation ⚜ Mutism
Pain ⚜ Paranoia ⚜ Poisoning ⚜ More Pain & Violence
Scars ⚜ Trauma ⚜ Viruses ⚜ Wounds
[these are just quick references. more research may be needed to write your story...]
Writing Resources PDFs
"You don't know me. I'm not the same person anymore."
"That's okay. I'll get to know you again."
Other Words for "Look" + With meanings | List for writers
Many people create lists of synonyms for the word 'said,' but what about the word 'look'? Here are some synonyms that I enjoy using in my writing, along with their meanings for your reference. While all these words relate to 'look,' they each carry distinct meanings and nuances, so I thought it would be helpful to provide meanings for each one.
Gaze - To look steadily and intently, especially in admiration or thought.
Glance - A brief or hurried look.
Peek - A quick and typically secretive look.
Peer - To look with difficulty or concentration.
Scan - To look over quickly but thoroughly.
Observe - To watch carefully and attentively.
Inspect - To look at closely in order to assess condition or quality.
Stare - To look fixedly or vacantly at someone or something.
Glimpse - To see or perceive briefly or partially.
Eye - To look or stare at intently.
Peruse - To read or examine something with great care.
Scrutinize - To examine or inspect closely and thoroughly.
Behold - To see or observe a thing or person, especially a remarkable one.
Witness - To see something happen, typically a significant event.
Spot - To see, notice, or recognize someone or something.
Contemplate - To look thoughtfully for a long time at.
Sight - To suddenly or unexpectedly see something or someone.
Ogle - To stare at in a lecherous manner.
Leer - To look or gaze in an unpleasant, malicious way.
Gawk - To stare openly and stupidly.
Gape - To stare with one's mouth open wide, in amazement.
Squint - To look with eyes partially closed.
Regard - To consider or think of in a specified way.
Admire - To regard with pleasure, wonder, and approval.
Skim - To look through quickly to gain superficial knowledge.
Reconnoiter - To make a military observation of a region.
Flick - To look or move the eyes quickly.
Rake - To look through something rapidly and unsystematically.
Glare - To look angrily or fiercely.
Peep - To look quickly and secretly through an opening.
Focus - To concentrate one's visual effort on.
Discover - To find or realize something not clear before.
Spot-check - To examine something briefly or at random.
Devour - To look over with eager enthusiasm.
Examine - To inspect in detail to determine condition.
Feast one's eyes - To look at something with great enjoyment.
Catch sight of - To suddenly or unexpectedly see.
Clap eyes on - To suddenly see someone or something.
Set eyes on - To look at, especially for the first time.
Take a dekko - Colloquial for taking a look.
Leer at - To look or gaze in a suggestive manner.
Rubberneck - To stare at something in a foolish way.
Make out - To manage to see or read with difficulty.
Lay eyes on - To see or look at.
Pore over - To look at or read something intently.
Ogle at - To look at in a lecherous or predatory way.
Pry - To look or inquire into something in a determined manner.
Dart - To look quickly or furtively.
Drink in - To look at with great enjoyment or fascination.
Bask in - To look at or enjoy something for a period of time.
Calling all aspiring storytellers with hearts full of whimsy! Get ready to sprinkle a touch of enchantment into your scenes with my Scene Wo
683 members, 435 posts about #creative writing #creative writers #helping writers • Guiding Writers to New Heights
Ways to write Slow Burn Romance!!
┈୨୧┈ Give them reasons they CAN'T be together that aren't just manufactured drama. Not miscommunication. Not love triangles. Not arbitrary "I push people away" trauma with no real exploration. Give them REAL obstacles: they're on opposite sides of a conflict, timing is wrong, there are actual consequences to being together, they have incompatible life goals, there's a power imbalance they need to resolve first. The obstacles should be meaningful and require actual character growth to overcome, not just a conversation.
┈୨୧┈ Make the friendship foundation SO STRONG that readers ship them before the romance even starts. They should genuinely LIKE each other. They should have inside jokes. They should seek each other out just to hang out. They should trust each other. They should have fun together. When the romantic feelings start developing, it should feel like "oh no, I don't want to ruin this friendship" because the friendship is genuinely valuable. Readers should be able to believe they'd still choose to be in each other's lives even if romance never happened.
┈୨୧┈ Let the tension BUILD in layers over time. First they notice each other. Then they start seeking excuses to be near each other. Then they start getting jealous. Then they start having Moments. Then they start thinking about each other constantly. Then comes the almost-kisses. Then the accidental intimacy. Then the barely-hidden feelings. Each phase should have time to breathe before moving to the next level. Slow burn means SLOW - readers should be desperate for them to get together LONG before they actually do.
┈୨୧┈ Show how they change each other gradually. He starts smiling more because of her. She becomes braver because he believes in her. They adopt each other's habits and phrases. They start to see the world differently because of the other person's influence. Slow burn is about showing two people gradually becoming essential to each other's lives. They should be woven into each other's character development, not separate from it.
┈୨୧┈ Make the payoff WORTH the wait. After chapters or books of tension, the moment they finally get together should be EARNED and SATISFYING. A CONVERSATION where they're finally honest. A moment where they choose each other despite the obstacles. A confession that feels like a dam breaking. The first kiss should feel like the conclusion of a long journey and the beginning of something new. Readers have been waiting for this, so make it count. Make it feel like YES, THIS WAS WORTH IT.
TADC Backup AU Scribbles Masterlist
Thats right AI lovers and audience members! I'm putting these right here so that if you see one you like you can find the others quickly as well!
To Understand and To Cry
To Have and To Hold
What It Means To Dream
We Were Playing In The Sand
You Have A Mouth And You Must Scream
Where is Caine?
This is based on @katzebruh's Backup Au, please check out their work and show them some love (its great, they deserve it fully). All of this is self-indulgent and pops into my head randomly and without control.
"Aro/Ace person gets given a love potion" story but instead of them being immune or whatever, it DOES work, and they realize IMMEDIATELY that they've been fed a love potion because this feeling is so wrong and foreign but everyone keeps laughing off the idea of it being a love potion because "they were probably just a late bloomer" or "no, you just finally found the right person!" and it's just a horror story about how no one believes them even though they know, they KNOW this isn't right and they can't stand it.
Writing Description Notes:
Updated 19th October 2025 More writing tips, review tips & writing description notes
Dialogue Tags
Facial Expressions
Masking Emotions
Smiles/Smirks/Grins
Eye Contact/Eye Movements
Blushing
Voice/Tone
Body Language/Idle Movement
Thoughts/Thinking/Focusing/Distracted
Silence
Memories
Happy/Content/Comforted
Love/Romance
Sadness/Crying/Hurt
Confidence/Determination/Hopeful
Surprised/Shocked
Guilt/Regret
Disgusted/Jealous
Uncertain/Doubtful/Worried
Anger/Rage
Laughter
Confused
Speechless/Tongue Tied
Fear/Terrified
Mental Pain
Physical Pain
Tired/Drowsy/Exhausted
Eating
Drinking
Warm/Hot
Cold/Freezing
