#Mirrors Reflecting Shadows

[angela-yuriko-smith]

4 Paying Markets and a HWA Showcase Update

New #writingopportunities this week: HWA Poetry Showcase, All Women are Werewolves anthology, Trevor Project charity anthology, The Devil Take You, and SICK issue #5. Don't miss out on these paying markets and contests. Details!

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#All Women are Werewolves #Contests #conventions #Daikaijuzine #Horror Writers Association #HWA poetry showcase #Mirrors Reflecting Shadows #open mics #opportunities #Paying markets #SICK issue 5 #The Devil Take You #The Trevor Project #writer

[the-bitter-ocean]

Two sides of the same coin!

#in stars and time #isat #isat game #in stars and time game #isat spoilers #in stars and time spoilers #lego monkie kid #lmk #isat loop #isat siffrin #in stars and time loop #in stars and time siffrin #lego monkie kid macaque #lmk six eared macaque #lmk sun wukong #lego monkie kid sun wukong #lmk fanart #lego monkie kid fanart #in stars and time fanart #isat fanart #the bitter ocean arts #digital doodle #digital drawing #digital art #isat act 6 secret encounter spoilers #implied?? man okay like for the people who get the parallels you can understand why it’s tagged that way #idk man there’s something interesting about analyzing a character whose a mirror reflection of you #two halves of the same flawed whole. and you hate them just as much as you wish you could be them #that when you look at them you see this is what I could’ve been and yet a part of me remains in you still #etc etc. idk I like narrative foils and I like analyzing shadows/mirror reflections/ clones of characters reaching their own identity

[cochineal-leviat]

Catching Stardust

For ages, I've wanted to do a piece with stardust and something reflecting in a character's eye. So glad it turned out so well! If this looks familiar, this used to be one of the sketches in my Skirby Doodles, I posted a while ago.

(Purple-eyed Skirby goes so hard! And it fits the limited colour palette, so I'm happy)

A close-up from Skirby. I wanted to isolate it in a circle, and my brain went haywire, and now we have this. Sacred Mirror, love ya. (I played the Amazing Mirror, and I enjoyed it a lot! Even if traversing the Mirror World can be quite confusing at times)

#my art #skirby #kirby series #shadow kirby #digital painting #star power #reflection in eyes #sacred mirror Kirby #kirby and the amazing mirror #katam kirby

[atinymexicanbird]

In which Shadow sees his reflection for the first time.

I just wanted to draw a tiny Shadow who managed to escape the scientists to roam around the ARK.

#THE REFLECTION IS TOTALLY OK AND I KNOW HOW MIRRORS/WINDOWS WORK I SWEAR LEAVE ME ALONE I DID THIS AT 3AM #my art #shadow my beloved #shadow the hedgehog #maria robotnik #gerald robotnik #sth #sonic the hedgehog #sonic #i totally fucked up the reflection but you know what whatever at least i finished a WIP jsajsj #sonic fanart #ark

[amelikos]

Amethio's Soublades didn't know the move Shadow Claw before this episode, so Amethio must have taught it to him when he trained. And it's most probably this specific move (Shadow Claw) to match Friede's Lizardon's Dragon Claw.

#very interesting choice of moves these past eps #spinel's blacky knowing reflect was something to think about already and now this #it's cool seeing the ways amethio's current style has some elements from friede to it #from emulating his terastal pose to shadow claw which mirrors lizardon's dragon claw etc #we didn't get to see them using these moves btw because rayquaza defeated them before they could #amethio #friede #hz045 #character notes #episode notes

[femmefatalevibe]

Hi! How to balance being your own person and doing what you want without chasing a guy and being submissive? And is it possible to act submissive without really giving up full control? And/or what are your thoughts on feminine energy as being submissive? Thank you so much! 💓

Hi love! The short answer is: Absolutely. To expand a bit, here are some of my thoughts on this topic:

Importance of Interdependence (vs. Codependence)

Interdependence (the idea of strengthening your sense of self, acknowledging your needs, and helping others you love to do the same) is essential to a healthy sense of self and relationships. The more you work on bettering yourself, the more attuned you become to your own needs – which sometimes only can be truly satisfied by interactions or support of other people. Make sure to feel secure in yourself and cultivate a life of your own before getting into a relationship or dating for commitment. Focus on your career, health, friendships, family, hobbies, and goals to help you refine your values and daily routines/habits. Learning about yourself will help you discover your standards/needs in a relationship or partner. Use these needs as your roadmap to help you see whose values/lifestyle/love language(s)/needs are compatible with your own.

Codependence is the opposite of interdependence – when you rely on someone to "complete" you or fulfill, rather than complement/enhance, your own needs and desires. If you're seeing someone who will make your life whole or be your "other half," you're seeking out a codependent relationship, which will leave you in a submissive position where your autonomy, voice, resources, and social support can be restricted. Run at any controlling/love-bombing red flags.

Thoughts on Being "Submissive" in A Relationship

A relationship should be a partnership. Outside of the bedroom (if that's what you're into), power dynamics are a sign of control and manipulation. Aside from fulfilling a kink or erotic desire, the reason that being submissive in the bedroom can be a green flag is that it implies complete trust, respect, and clear communication between two consenting individuals. Generally speaking, relationships are about equity – not domination and submission (this is a patriarchal concept that continuously gets repackaged to hinder our progress as women). Equity doesn't mean going 50/50 on finances or housework necessarily but finding a balance in every area of a relationship that is mutually beneficial to both parties.

Feminine Energy & Submissive Tendencies

Personally, I perceive feminine energy as a source of power, strength, determination, and creativity. In my eyes, learning to let go is an essential aspect of embracing your feminine energy:

Learning to relish in pleasure

Accepting love, support, and help as needed

Giving yourself time to relax and for self-care

Finding ways to feel grounded and pleased with yourself daily

Engaging in positive self-talk

Maintain a support system and remain present to engage with your primary circle of influence (friends, chosen family, mentors, etc.)

Allow yourself to feel comforted and provide space for self-acceptance/growth

It is powerful to see yourself as human and cultivate interdependent ties to embrace your feminine side. This is a sign of strength, not submission.

Hope this helps xx

#femme fatale #dark femininity #dark feminine energy #feminine energy #feminine power #the feminine urge #feminism #high value woman #self reflection #inner work #mirror work #shadow work #it girl #dream girl #high value mindset #higher self #high maintenance #self respect #self help #self impowerment #relationships #interpersonal relationships #girl advice #girlblogging #that girl #queen energy #female power #female excellence #femmefatalevibe

[deleetrix]

Someone tried breaking your mirror?

That’s rough, buddy. 😔

#it’s a mirror reflection #legend of zelda #loz #four swords #four swords manga #shadow link #sketch #deleetrix

[fashionlandscapeblog]

Shadowplay, 2023

#my art #photography #surrealist photography #shadow play #mirror reflection #surrealism #shadow #mirror #shadowplay

[a-gassy-antelope]

#i wanted to wait until i had for Lewis focused ones but i've been dying to share the mirror one #lewis nixon #Nix #band of brothers #ok set the scene its the middle of the night. Lewis is drunk and drowning in his own self hatred and doubts #He stumbles into the bathroom to drink from the faucet and in the dim light given my moonlight he glances into the mirror #his features are distorted and shadowed and it perfectly reflects how he feels on the inside. #gripping the porcelain of the sink he glowers into the Lewis that looks back at him #he's seem this Lewis many times in his lowest moments #“You again.” he grits out with a sneer #The Lewis in the mirror sneers back but not in hatred #in teasing and mocking him #If you see this in my post-war fic mind your business

[loveandthepsyche]

#lorin krenn #mirror #reflection #inner work #shadow work #projection #look in the mirror #integrated

[brucegphotography]

Reflection

#photography #body parts #shadow and light #bedroom #nude photos #nudephotography #intimate #passionate #mirror #reflection #BrucePhoto #me

[satanasvincit]

ophelia thorn

#morning #victorian #mirrors #shadows #reflection #esoteric #beauty #self care #behold #art photography #mystery

[cyb3rs1oth]

Ιούλιος 2023, Πάτρα, Ελλάδα

αντανακλάσεις

#μπλε #ανατολή #nikon #cyb3rs1oth #nikon d3100 #urbanstyle #urban photography #reflection #mirror #photo of myself #my photos #me #shadow #shadows #photografy #photoblog #photooftheday

[grungeouttakesabstracts]

Detail, Beacon Hill bedroom

Boston, Massachusetts -- 11/8/13

#fotografía #fotografía original #original photography #photographers on tumblr #artists on tumblr #photography #boston #mirror #reflection #reflejo #shadows #beacon hill

[bugfable]

i love you bass i love you bass i love you bass

#oneof my fave mega man characters of all time he's so special to me #he's such an interesting reflection of wily #an exaggerated mirror of his worst flaws #no sense of purpose in life outside of a directionless feeling of needing to be the best #even though he couldnt tell you what that means or what he really wants #identity issues tied up in the fact that he perpetually exists in rock's shadow #difficulty following conventions and authoritative expectations of him #bombastic ways of acting out for attention #etc etc #mega man #bug blogs

[femmefatalevibe]

Hey honey, do you have any advice over getting over someone you never dated?

Hi love! Ugh, I feel your pain on this one – it’s so annoying to feel distressed over a fantasy because you can’t really vent about it to others without sounding a bit delusional even though we literally all have this dilemma at one point or another lol. 

I’ve found the most productive way to get over someone you’ve never dated is to turn the experience into a self-discovery exercise. Take out a pen and paper or open up a fresh Word document on your computer to journal about the following:

What qualities initially drew you to this person? What about your interactions or observations in their presence made them alluring? 

How do this person’s character, mannerisms, and actions align with the traits you’re looking for in a partner/relationship? Did you uncover new attributes that you never knew you were looking for before when interacting with this person? Write these down and add them to your dating criteria. Refine and elevate your standards. 

Reflect on why you didn’t end up dating – was it a logistical inconvenience, incompatibility in your lifestyle, perspectives, interests, or personalities? Understanding why it didn’t work out can help you better identify your deal breakers and help you mind-map interactions or plan dates/conversation starters in the future. 

Indulge in the fantasy fully in a productive way. Use this practice to satisfy yourself emotionally and enable self-growth from the experience. 

Hope this helps xx 

#dating advice #sex and relationships #journal prompts #femme fatale #dark femininity #dark feminine energy #the feminine urge #it girl #hypergamy #hypergamous #high value woman #shadow work #mirror work #self reflection #self healing #self growth #life advice #level up journey #high value mindset #divine feminine #queen energy #law of assumption #loa #success mindset #level up #dream girl #femmefatalevibe