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[viqing]

Being alive is exhausting holy shit I wish I could just become a frog. Like one of those ones that freeze solid in the winter. That’d be nice. Imagine when it starts to get cold, you just stop, and when it gets warm, you go. The dream.

[viqing]

Some more sparks of writing

Sometimes, I think that the world would be a better place without me in it. But would there be a world without me in it? Does everything around me truly exist, or is it merely a fabrication of my subconscious? Is anything real outside of my perception, or is the whole world, nay, the whole universe, only real when I choose it to be? And if that were the case, could I pick and choose what is and what isn’t? Or is reality predetermined without the contribution of my conscious mind? Is there a higher power, deciding what to bring to reality, or deciding what reality itself is? Or is such a level of consciousness so unfathomable it cannot be imagined, let alone conceived? And if it were to be conceived, what possesses the power to conceive such a thing but one with an equal or greater level of consciousness, thereby making such a thing unattainable?

Is there such a thing as free will? Or is it a phrase that was made up to give people the idea they think and act for themselves, while everything they will ever do in their life was decided long ago by a power none can dream of, let alone possess. Do the stars watch us from afar, watch as we live out the lives they created for us, live out the story that they have told through us? And for what? To appease them? To satisfy them? No. There is more to life than what the stars tell us it is. Life can’t just be what these distant celestial bodies decide it to be. And yet it is. For we too are beautiful celestial bodies. We and the stars are one in the same. We are the same. The stars watch over us and smile upon us, proud of their creations. Life is obeying the stars, whether you want to or not. But it is not because the stars want to be entertained. The stars see how beautiful life is and bestow it upon us, they breathe consciousness into us and present us a vessel with which to experience the beauty of life, the beauty of the stars themselves. The stars are kind, for without their power, we would never have experienced the beauty of existence and consciousness. We would not have experienced the wind blowing through the trees, flakes of snow falling upon the otherwise barren ground, the warmth and comfort of a fire, light drops of rain falling gently upon a tin roof. Simply, we would not have experienced. The stars are selfless, they did not want to experience the beauty of the universe alone, bestowing the gift of life upon a single planet out of billions in the intense vastness of space. Earth, as it would come to be known, was given life, and the beings that inhabit it believe themselves to be alone in the universe, knowing not that they are joined by those who brought them to life.

[viqing]

Just something I wrote in a frenzy of inspo that I’ll ever be able to recreate

Water. A truly fundamental part of life, on Earth at least. For every living thing on Earth relies on water, at least indirectly. The same cannot be said for any other substance, which is to say that water is directly linked to life itself. So, supposing one rid the Earth of the elixir on which all life relies, what would life become but obsolete? Tis why he who commands the water, commands the world, and all life it contains, and will contain. But water itself does not wish to be contained. It does not wish to be controlled, or commanded. It is unruly, bowing to nothing and no one, as though aware of the power it yields. The power to feed all life on Earth or remove it. Yes, water is the building block that all life stems from. Remove that building block, and watch life as it is known fall around it, unable to support itself without its foundation. Even the gods tremble before the substance that feeds consciousness, for if there is no life to worship the gods, who’s to say there are gods at all? Who’s to say that water itself is not a god of sorts, with the power to give life and take it away on a whim, without a care to the lives its actions impact? You can worship it if you wish, but do not expect a response for you will be sorely disappointed. Rather, respect it. Appreciate the power it has and pray that it shan’t decide to rob you of everything you hold dear. For if it does, it cannot be held accountable. It does not feel sympathetic or sorrowful, for every action has purpose, and such purpose cannot be denied nor prevented. Water is far more powerful than any god, for it cannot be denied. Water makes itself known to all life, unafraid. Unafraid, because it knows that without it, there would be nothing, for there would be no one to prove otherwise.

[gay-irl]

Gay🚇irl

[pukicho]

I hate how other planets are so far away. Like, come here lol

[pukicho]

[viqing]

Thought this said ‘plants’ and was out here like “just move to the plants my guy”. Still applies to planets. Just get closer. It’s not difficult.

[dan-mcneely-deactivated20210328]

going thru phone pics and found this thing that was tacked up next to the toaster at my old job, if anyone needs some light toast eating reading material

[selfcarepropaganda]

Would anyone be kind enough to transcribe this or link to a text version?

[anxiety-depression-recovery]

Everything Is AWFUL and I’m Not Okay: Questions to Ask Before Giving Up on Yourself

Are you hydrated? 

If not, have a glass of water. Dehydration can mimic or increase feelings associated with anxiety and a well hydrated brain functions optimally. Avoid excess caffeine. 

Have you eaten in the past three hours? 

Don’t be a victim of hanger! Get some food–something with protein, not just simple carbs or high-fat. Nuts, hummus, and veggies are great options to feed your studying brain. Keep healthy snacks within reach to avoid mindlessly chowing down on sweets. 

Have you stretched your legs in the past day? 

If not, do so right now. If you don’t have the energy or time for a run or a trip to the gym, just walk around the block or building. Even minimal exercise preps the mind for learning so that you can focus better and recall things easier, plus it’s good to get a change of scenery. 

Have you said something nice to someone in the past day? 

Do so, whether online or in person. Make it genuine! We bet your study partner would appreciate a compliment. 

Have you moved your body to music in the past day?

If not, jog for the length of a song at your favorite tempo, or just dance around your bedroom for the length of an upbeat song (singing along is a bonus) 

Have you cuddled a living being in the past two days?

If not, do so. Don’t be afraid to ask for hugs from friends of friends’ pets. Most of them will enjoy the cuddles too; you’re not imposing. 

Have you started or changed any medications in the past couple of weeks, including skipped doses or a change in generic prescription brand? 

That may be screwing with your head. Give things a few days, then talk to your doctor if it doesn’t settle down. 

If daytime: are you dressed? 

If no, put on clean clothes that aren’t PJs. Give yourself permission to wear something special, whether it’s a funny t-shirt or a pretty dress. 

If nighttime: are you sleepy and fatigued but resisting going to sleep? 

Put on PJs, make yourself cozy in bed with a teddy bear and the sound of falling rain, and close your eyes for fifteen minutes while focusing on breathing deeper with every breath- no electronic screens allowed! Adequate sleep is a necessity for stress management. 

Do you feel ineffective? 

Pause right now and get something small completed, whether it’s responding to an email, loading the dishwasher, or tidying up your room. Good job!

Do you feel unattractive? 

Take a darn selfie. Your friends will remind you how great you look. You are always insta-worthy. 

Do you feel paralyzed by indecision?

Give yourself ten minutes to sit back and figure out a game plan for the day. If a particular decision or problem is still being a roadblock, simply set it aside for now, and pick something else that seems doable. Right now, the important part is to break through that stasis, even if it means doing something trivial. 

Have you over-exerted yourself lately–physically, emotionally, socially, or intellectually? 

That can take a toll that lingers for days. Give yourself a break in that area, whether it’s physical rest, taking some time alone, or relaxing with some silly entertainment for a little. Time spent refreshing yourself is never time “wasted!” 

Have you waited a week? 

Sometimes or perception of life is skewed, and we can’t even tell that we’re not thinking clearly, and there’s no obvious external cause. It happens. Keep yourself going for a full week, whatever it takes, and see if you still feel the same way then. 

You’ve made it this far; and you will make it through. You are stronger than you think.

[ain-t-bovvered]

Because someone might need this today

[strengthins0lidarity]

You have survived 100% of your worst days.

This too shall pass.

[heyintrovert]

50 PEOPLE SHARE THEIR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION FOR 2020

[teamgeiszler-gottlieb]

this warms my heart so much for some reason

[ethicalmemes]

This is true #EthicalMemes

[superdodirty]

it ok to not be ready

[acceptanceineveryshade]

Please spread this shit like wildfire. People go on and sit through the whole experience and they’re uncomfortable because they just want to please their partner and they don’t tell them that they want to stop because they are not ready. It’s okay not to be ready. 

[lilacbreastedroller]

notice here that consent is revoked without ever saying no and consent goes so far beyond yes/no!!!!!!

[viqing]

this is important for everyone to understand. consent is not a one time agreement to sex. consent is continuous, and therefore can be revoked. if you acknowledge that your partner doesn't want to continue the sex, and continue anyway, despite your partner clearly being uncomfortable, that's fucking rape.