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theunemployedrogue · 1 year
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God binging is just not worth it dude. Alcohol, food, drugs, w/e. I blew it again last night/today out of boredom and now I'm kicking myself for it. Physically miserable, pissing away money, not accomplishing shit. It's just. not. worth it. Idc how fcking bored or lonely or hopeless my stupid monkey brain gets anymore, now that I have a healthy state to compare against we're not doing this shit anymore and I'm serious. It's hurt so bad the last couple times I just can't go back to this as a regular thing. Fuck.
Hoping I'll recover by tomorrow and actually get tf out to the gardens like I planned. Might really have to become that annoying straight edge mf from here on out bc this shit ain't it man.
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prokopetz · 8 months
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I feel like folks who are disappointed that trying to escalate physical confrontations in Disco Elysium often results in Harry getting clowned regardless of how many points you put into physical skills are not fully grasping the "you are a middle-aged alcoholic with a heart condition who is currently experiencing the withdrawal symptoms of every drug" dimension of the game's premise.
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bamsara · 30 days
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Local chaos god gets humbled, creates chaos over it. His aim still needs some work though
I really need to stop drawing Drunken Gods chapter stuff and actually finish the damn chapter lmao
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puzzled-pegasus · 3 months
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wof headcanons but theyre oddly food and substance related for some reason
Although I understand why Tui didn't include very much info abt alchohol or drugs in a kids book there is an extreme lack of culinary related world building so here are some ideas I had while on this train of thought :)
SeaWings tend to be foodies and are generally given cooking classes in school. Which if you think about it, is rather important, because like 60 percent of the creatures in the ocean are poisonous and the rest have parasites and nasty germs so they need to know whats up when it comes to food safety.
SeaWings use a lot of citrus in their food and drinks and they also use it for fragrances and stuff they just really like it
SeaWing nobles commonly eat fugu and there have been assassinations where a chef was bribed to not properly take out the poison so the dragon eating it would die
SeaWings drink to taste. SkyWings drink to forget what century it is.
SkyWings typically eat their meat raw but on special occasions they will barbecue it and put some spices n stuff on it. They don't eat much else besides meat but they do like spicy things like peppers and they also like strong onion or garlic flavors. The little masochists. Anyway,
SkyWings don't really like sweet things and many of them can't even taste them so they're like wtf is a dessert
man do they love them some olives tho. Olives everywhere. In their drink. Out of the jar. On their meat. Oil on their scales. Oil in their hygiene products. They started trading them from the Sand and SeaWings millennia ago but theyve selectively bred ones that grow in the mountains
This one's more drugs than food but SkyWings will sometimes take some kind of stimulant before battle like a beserker so they're all fired up heheh
MudWings are excellent meal preparers and sibs like to all cook together so they'll make a big pot of stew or something
They like bread and desserts, they have easy access to sugar cane being along the east coast and they also use a lot of honey. They're re into canning stuff too, they have a lot of raspberries and blackberries and strawberries in their temperate forest areas and they grow them to make jam and wine and they use honey to make mead
basically they are Cottagecore(TM) and I love them
They also eat lots of freshwater fish and crawfish and whatnot
And they also eat a lot of tatoes
Vanilla grows in the swamps, they use that in their cakes
MudWings deserve some appreciation goddamnit their kingdom is biologically diverse and beautiful
SandWings have tequila because. Yknow. Cactus.
They eat a lot of bugs and lizards, they don't really need to eat every day so it's not a huge deal
they do like coconuts tho and they use coconut oil in a lot of their hygiene products as well as in their cooking
They deep fry a lot of shit. Idk where i got this but trust me. They love things with lots of fat in it bc they need all they can get
Really sticky sweet desserts and candy; enjoyers of those one lollipops with the mealworms or whatever tf in them
also canning stuff like bone broth is very important
pickled cactus as well
rhey probably have a festival when cactus fruit goes in season
what even is IceWing cuisine.
Well way up north where there's nothing but ice it's pretty bad and the dragons have to eat just plain ass meat and seafood, but down into the tundras there's some pretty good stuff like cinnamon, pines for tea, honey berries, and other foraging as well as more diversity of meats
They would probably eat sushi
All the other tribes like to make fun of them and rightfully so bc their food is so plain
they make good honey berry wine tho
Maube that's why theyre so damn grumpy
RainWings are expert foragers ofc but they don't really feel the need to prepare their food in any way
They are, however, in constant dire need of sodium because they get absolutely none from their fruit
So anything salty is wow
Maybe rhey have a place near the mud kingdom border where they can grow some asparagus for salt
they are also the only tribe besides Night that can eat chocolate but forgor 💀 how to make it so the NightWings and them have to re figure it out together
Salted dark chocolate bing bang boom instant delicacy
NightWings used to be able to cook really well, especially desserts and pastry, but they forgor while they were trying to not die on the volcano
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phoenixyfriend · 8 months
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If you do the thing for "valid" reasons, then you can't pick it. (e.g. if you don't swear because your religion forbids it, or don't drink because of a family history of addiction, then you can't vote for that option, because you don't have the Childish reasoning that the poll is about)
Basically "is this something that someone would feel comfortable making fun of you for, without an 'excuse' on hand that would be socially unacceptable to continue mocking?"
If you can snap at them about being on meds that interact poorly, or having asthma, or not being able to afford real jewelry, it's a "valid" reason and you can't vote for that option. Also it's pretty cultural; I get a lot more shit for the cigarette avoidance in Serbia than in the US, and someone in Germany is less likely to be mocked for the spice thing than someone in Texas.
If it's more than one (very likely), then just pick the one that people feel the most entitled to be dramatic about to your face.
(I was gonna say 'over 25' but half the site is under that age. Then I was gonna say 'over 20' but then I'd have to deal with people talking about underage drinking because America. So instead here.)
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shiftythrifting · 7 months
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^^^ made this one for international ace day!!! happy asexual !!!!!!
cw for self harm , discussion of self harm , drugs / alcohol , substance abuse and KISSING!!!!!!!!!!! under the cut !
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i want them DEAD i hate THEM i HAAAAATE THEM
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starysky1289 · 5 months
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Toxic!Soroity!Vanessa X Reader. Meeting.
TW: Drug Mention, Non-Con, Dub-Con, alcohol, toxic relationship
Note: L/N = Last name
The air was turning crisp from the Chang of seasons, you were bundled up in a fuzzy blue sweater your grandma had made you as a collage gift. The campus was huge, you had to speed walk to make it to your English Class.
You entered the large building, heading to your normal classroom, sitting in your usual spot, pulling out your books. You felt someone push behind you, and heard them settle next to you. The bell rung, and the professor walked up to the front of the class, clearing his throat.
“ good evening class. We have a new student in our class, but most certainly not new to the school. Ms.Shelly, why don’t you introduce yourself, I’m sure you don’t need one though. “
Your teacher slightly pointed up near you, looking over it was the person who sat next to your. She was a taller girl, with pale skin and thick blonde locks. She glared down at the professor, she had the iciest blue eyes you had seen.
“ my names Vanessa Shelly, I’m a Law Major, and newly elected president of Kappa Theta, surprisingly the only Sorority house in this stupid college. “
Her voice echoed in the hall, your heart raced, she was strong, intimidating, and beautiful. The Professor scoffed, heading to his desk.
“ it’s good we only have one, we can hardly keep your in control “
“ Watch your mouth. I’ll say some shit you didn’t even know where words. “
Vanessa barked down, before sitting down silently. The professor ignored her, and put the day’s assignments on the white board, it was just some reading and writing, nothing bad. You pulled out your notebook, and flipped through the pages, going back to your short story page, carefully writing your make it fluent.
You hummed, before feeling a nudge on your shoulder. Looking over, it was Vanessa.
“ so. What are we supposed to be doing? “
“ oh, we’re writing our short stories, do you want help with yours? “
“ oh it’s the free period here too? Sweet. “
Vanessa leaned back in her seat, and began to scroll through her phone. You akwardly chuckled, looking back at her.
“ well, uhm no. If you need help I’d be happy too- “
“ don’t. I only do shit if it’s important, like a quiz. “
She side eyed you, before smirking.
“ your pretty cute for a nerd. What’s ya name. “
“ O-Oh! Y/N, Y/N L/N. Why are you in an English class if you’re a law major? “
“ needed the credits. God you are gorgeous~ “
Vanessa held your chin, chuckling slightly. You couldn’t help but blush, feeling yourself grow hot.
“ She’s also my Star Pupil, so I’d be happy if you didn’t infect her “
The professor called up. Embarrassed, you tried to pull back, but Vanessa kept her hold, pulling you even closer.
“ Mind your fucking business asshole. You’re fucking lucky I show up. “
He didn’t even attempt to respond. Vanessa turned her attention back to you, her eyes half lidded, but glistening in the light.
“ Kappa Theta is holding an opening party later, anyone who’s interested to join is welcome. Why don’t you stop by, I’m sure you’d be a delight to have there~ “
“ N-no I couldn’t, I’m not into that stuff. “
“ but your into my stuff, i saw you looking at me..what, do I look good? “
You blushed again, and Vanessa laughed, letting you go. You turned back to your assignment, trying to write again. Vanessa slid you over a small peice of paper with the adress.
“ cmon, dress pretty, you’ll have a amazing time baby~ “
You nodded, finally able to settle down and finish your assignment you were already planning what you should wear, not that you had anything like she wore, but you’d make an attempt.
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You showed up to the address,you could hear the music already blaring from inside the white and pink house. You tugged on your white blouse, and fixing your black legging, before knocking on the door.
The door swung open, a shorter blonde greeted you.
“ heyyy, welcome to Kappa Theta. Names Caroline. Who invited you? “
“ oh uh, hi. I’m Y/N..Vanessa Shelly Invited me. She gave me the address in our English class “
The girl turned around into the house.
“ Hey Nessa! Your English girl is hereee “
You looked into the house, watching as the tall blonde stumbled into the mud room of the house, looking up at you.
“ Y/N~ come on in, I’ve been waiting for you. “
You smiled, nodding at Caroline before heading in, wiping you feet and walking up to Vanessa.
“ hi Vanessa..I hope this is alright, it’s one of the nicest outfits I have. “
“ god don’t you look adorable, I love it. Cmon, you’re my special guest tonight, you can hang out with me. “
Vanessa lead you into the living room, it was a rather large room, two couches, one on each side of the room, a large TV that was playing some sports game, and a few coffee tables that you supposed had been moved around. Vanessa sat down on the larger of the two couches, patting the spot next to her for you to sit.
You sat down next to her, and she pulled you into her, playing with your hair while she watched the party. Vanessa was rather…handsy, but you didn’t mind too much.
“ do you want a drink sweetheart? We practically have every alcohol on earth. “
“ uhm, maybe just a high noon? I’m not too worried about flavor. “
“ HEY, GET MY GIRL A HIGH NOON “
You jumped slightly when Vanessa shouted into the kitchen, a red headed man came out and tossed you the can. You opened it and drank slowly. The room around you blared with music, and lights flashed. It was rather overstimulating, but you stayed quiet. Suddenly, a girl walked up to you two, fidgeting akwardly.
“ h-hey Vanessa do you..got it? “
“ how much you got? “
Vanessa rustled through her purse, the girl infront of you pulled out a wad of cash.
“ Y/N will you count that for me real quick please? “
You nodded, taking the cash, counting quickly, it was all one’s.
“ 50 bucks. “
“ you fucking with me Cindy? “
You looked back up at the girl, Cindy. Her eyes pleaded, you where concerned on what they where taking about, and what she was even trying to buy.
“ your lucky I got a little something. But next time it won’t be this cheep. “
Vanessa tossed a very small bag to Cindy, you could see a loose white powder inside and gasped. When the girl left, you stared at Vanessa.
“ was that crack? “
“ yeah. “
“ You a law major?? Trying to be a lawyer?? “
Vanessa held your chin again, giving you that smile you fell for before.
“ don’t worry about it, no one ever finds out…cmon..relax, it’s a party after all. “
You went quiet, drinking your alcohol again. A horde of girls led into the living room by Caroline,you felt Vanessa grip on your shoulders tighten, and you could see here eyes darken.
“ Vanessa, these…lovely..group of ladies wish to enlist in our lovely sorority. “
“ I see…well..what brings you all to join? “
The girls chuckled amongst themselves, pushing one up to talk for them.
“Well, we just wanna fully enjoy college life, so why not join The Soroity. Is there some initiation or something? “
Vanessa chuckled, standing up. Your stomach twisted with what she’d do, but she seemed so polite, she wouldn’t hurt them, right?
“ yeah, here. “
Vanessa lead the girls into the kitchen, you quickly got up and follow them. Vanessa bent down behind her kitchen island, pulling out 4 bottles of scotch.
“ if yall can finish these off without cheating, you can join. Bailey, make sure you watch them. Let’s go sweetheart “
Vanessa’s tone was harsh, and you followed her back to the couch, sitting with her again. You stomach twisted at the thought of drinking that much scotch.
“ are you gonna make me do that? “
“ no, never! You’re my honorary member, besides, those girls won’t get past the second bottle. No one ever does. Well, no freshman does. “
Vanessa wrapped her arm around you shoulder, her other hand on your thigh. You hated to admit it, but you liked her, she was gorgeous, and she clearly liked you. You never let anyone touch you as much as she was touching you.
“ soo…Y/N…have you ever..been touched? “
Vanessa asked softly, making small circles with her finger nail on your thighs. You chuckled, glancing off.
“ no..n-not by someone else…”
“ but have you touched yourself~? “
You felt embarrassment rush through your veins, you gripped your blouse again, before letting yourself nod.
“ w-when my roommate’s not home..”
“ yeah? What do you do? You seem like you love a bit of grinding~ “
You squeezed your legs together, burring your face in your hands. You hated this feeling, but it burned in your stomach, it made you feel something, and you’ve never felt like it before.
“ aww..don’t be flustered beautiful…I haven’t had anyone else touch me either, only my own two fingers..and maybe a toy or two~ “
She pulled you closer to her, sitting you on her lap. She traced her fingers up and down your waist, eyeing your chest.
“Cmon…tell me beautiful~ “
“ I-i..I grind on my pillow when my roommate’s not there…sometimes I just m-m…masterbait..”
“ fuck..”
Vanessa pulled you in and kissed you deeply, running her fingers messily through your hair. You pulled back quickly, your heart raced from the rush of the kiss.
“ come on baby…you know you want it…I can take such good care. “
You contemplated the options, you hadn’t had such a feeling ever. You pushed yourself back into her, kissing her gently. She smirked, gripping your hips as she kissed you harder.
“ how about me and you head upstairs…let me take care of that body of yours…”
You only answered in a nod, and Vanessa was dragging you through the living room, and up the stairs. She lead you into the her room, it was painted pink, with a large bed in the middle. A white vanity was on one side, and a large cabinet on the other side, along with posters and other things around the room. She pushed you into the bed, pulling off your blouse and tossing it aside. She pulled your bra off aswell, putting it specifically on her vanity.
“ fuck..look at those tits…”
She began to fondle you, dragging her thumbs gently across each nipple. You whimpered slightly, and she laughed
“ don’t worry baby, I’ll take care of you…”
She turned around and stripped off her top and bra, tossing them both near your blouse. She began to work down her skirt, before stopping, turning to you.
“ you wanna help me get these off~? “
You quickly nodded, reaching up to the waistband and slowly pulling them down, admiring her panties. She chuckled, teasingly playing with her waistband.
“ cmon L/N…these too “
You pulled them down at her, practically panting at the sight of her pussy only a few inches from your face.
“ good girl~ now let me get yours. “
Vanessa pushed you down, pulling off your leggings and panties at once. She put your panties ontop of your bra, and threw the leggings aside. Finally, you two sat in the silence of the room, starting at eachothers nude bodies.
“ well, I won’t waste anymore time. Sit still. “
Vanessa turned, digging through her vanity. You watched her grab something, and slide something up her legs. She turned around, she wore a bright pink strap. You blushed profusely, looking away entirely. Vanessa pushed you down, and kissed up your neck, biting down on your shoulders and leaving hickeys on every open part of your skin from your neck down.
“ oh so beautiful…god I’ll enjoy this…”
“ n-Nessa please be gentle…I-I’ve never taken something like this. “
She quickly covered your mouth with her palm, growling into your ear.
“ stay fucking quiet, your mine right now…the only noises I want to hear coming from you are moans. “
Vanessa held your legs open, dragging the tip through your folds, before plunging in. You let out a moan of pleasure, and immediately gripped the bedsheets. Vanessa thrusted into you, her pelvis hitting you with a wet slap.
“ god..for a fucking virgin you sure are soaking. .”
She hooked your legs over her shoulders, and thrusted into you harder, keeping her steady pace while also ruining you. Tears had already began to swell in your eyes, the size was ripping you apart, your moans were practically screams of pleasure mixed with pain.
“ v-Vanessa! Oh god I-it hurts!! I can’t do this..I can’t please s-stop! “
She ignored you, instead thrusting into you harder, faster, deeper. Her fingers gripped your waist, leaving dark bruises from the pressure, her nails leaving marks just above the bruises.
“ Fuck. Fuck your good. God you..pathetic fucking whore …”
“ Vanessa p-please!! I can’t do this please please please stop!! I can’t I can’t do this “
You felt the sting of a slap on your ass, and with a few finally aggressive thrusts, you cum. Your moans are ruined, you can hardly control your own breathing. She pulled out for a moment, panting, before grinding through your folds again.
“ n-no…please n-not again…”
“ you won’t even feel it after your third round..now be a good girl for me and shut up. “
And with a single thrust, you were moaning again, gripping to the sheets again, looking up at the face who only moments ago was looking at you with such love. It was going to be a long night.
*~*
The sun peaked through the blinds, and made you awake. You shot up, panting, holding the covered over your nude body. You could hardly remeber last night, only that you had to of been 6 rounds deep before you were absolutely screaming for her to stop. Vanessa was stil asleep next to you. You got up quickly, grabbing your phone from your leggings pocket, you missed two of your classes already, and actively late in English.
“ fuck fuck I’m dead- I’m dead- “
You turned to grab your undergarments from the vanity, but they were missing, she must of moved them somewhere. You didn’t have time to deal with that, you slowly slid the leggings and blouse back on. You could still see hickeys and bruises around you neck, you quickly turned to her cabinet, digging through and grabbing the first full hoodie you could find, throwing it on. You then slid your shoes on, and dashed out the front door, not even caring to look back.
You ran down through the campus, skidding into your English class, moments too late. The dismissal bell had rung, you had missed one of your most important classes.
“ Ms L/N. I wasn’t to shocked to see you missed. I already emailed your other professors and said you had slept in late and had gotten sick, sit. “
Your professor spoke, point towards the chair near his desk. You sat, guilt ate at you like a dog who hadn’t been fed in days.
“ you went to that party, didn’t you. “
“ she wanted me to…I didn’t know what was going to happen. “
“ what did happen, Ms L/N. “
You stayed quiet. You didn’t know what she’d do if you told, but you didn’t want to find out.
“ we know what happens. I will tell you now, Ms L/N. She is a parasite, and she has latched on. You need to stop seeing her if you have any chance off successfully graduating in three years “
“ but I just missed today! And trust me I’m really sorry, but it won’t happen again, I promise! “
Your professor stood up sighing, heading towards the door to let you go.
“ you have a bright future, don’t let her ruin it. Have a good day Y/N, you are excused from the rest of the classes. “
You got up and walked out, she couldn’t be that bad, right? Sure, she was a bit aggressive last night, but she was drunk and into it.
You made your way back to your dorm room, stopping suddenly, Vanessa and another girl stood infront of the dorm building chatting. She must of woke up when you left earlier.
“ Oh, Y/N, there are are…in my 80 dollar hoodie. “
You went quiet, trying to walk through them. She grabbed you by the hood, pulling you into her.
“ you took my virginity last night, i think the hoodie is a good trade off. “
You mutter, they both burst out laughing. Vanessa held your face, kissing you gently, you felt her put something around your wrist. Looking down, it was a bright pink scrunchie
“ here you go~ now you’ll wear this everywhere you go, and everyone will know your mine~ “
“ y-yours? “
“ well yeah. You’re my pretty little girlfriend now..we’re going out to lunch later so I can show you off to everyone…you’ll be good and come, won’t you~? “
You swallowed the air in your lungs, and nodded. Vanessa smirked, and let you go. You hurried to your dorm room, and threw off the hoodie. The scrunchie felt like a chain on your wrist. You were hers, like she said last night.
You’d make it work. Shed get better, everything would be alright.
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a-little-unsteddie · 19 days
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rated m for mature themes. allusions to sex, but no sex, and references to drugs/alcohol
so i had a thought of like. sex worker!steve and famous!corroded coffin? please forgive the inaccuracy of party bus happenings, i have never not even once been in one. anyway. corroded coffin just got platinum or something for their album, maybe it was their first official album or maybe it was their second or third album who knows but! it is their first ever platinum and to celebrate chrissy (their manager) rents a party bus as a surprise with both male and female sex workers, and steve is one of them, lots of alcohol, no drugs harder than weed, wayne had kept eddie on the straight and narrow thus far.
it was just the band + chrissy, + their driver/security combo hopper, and then the three or four dancers. steve and eddie instantly click, steve having a good idea of who eddie was as part of the preparation before this specific party bus.
it wasn’t unusual for celebrities to rent the buses, so steve thought he was prepared for whatever the night had for him. except eddie immediately trips upon seeing steve because of how distracted he is by the prettiest boy he’s ever seen in his lifeand steve is immediately endeared, helping him stand back up with an amused smile.
“careful, baby, don’t wanna damage that pretty face of yours,” he says, watching in glee as eddie flushes at the words, and struggles to put together anything coherent for a moment before regaining his composure.
“sorry, sweet thing, i was blinded by your beauty,” he freely admitted, a flirtatious smile adorning his face. steve laughs sweetly, and eddie knows that he wants to be the cause of that laugh as much as possible.
the rest of the band (+ chrissy and hopper and the other dancers) watches on in exasperation as they proceed to spend the rest of the night flirting and dancing around each other, steve not willing to go further then some light petting before the end of his shift, eddie desperate to get his hands on steve properly, but loves the sweet dance that they’re doing too much to push for more, definitely understanding steve’s hesitation.
come morning they’re ready to pounce on each other and the moment that steve is technically off the clock he demands eddie to tske him to his hotel room so they can have some real fun.
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dailymanners · 6 months
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If you're at a party or event, especially if you're the host of a party or event, and someone has gotten too intoxicated to the point of where it's questionable if they can get home safely on their own, offer to call a cab for them. If you have the financial stability for it, offer to pay for the cab for them.
Or alternatively, if where they live / are staying at is in walking distance offer to walk them home. Or if possible and you don't mind it, you can offer to let this person crash at your place.
Although ideally an adult should know their limits and be responsible about how much they have, some people are new to drinking or haven't drank in a while so might have forgotten their limits, and some people might just have had a really rough day (were just broken up with / divorced / fired / loved one died) or they might be struggling with alcoholism.
When a guest at your party or event has their safety on the line, it's not the time to be casting judgement (although maybe express your concern for them when they've sobered up) all that matters in the moment is that this person deserves to get home safely and the right thing to do is to ensure that.
This also applies to marijuana and other drugs. If someone is too high to get home safely on their own, the responsible thing to do is to ensure that they do.
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tifs-against-terfs · 2 years
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Hey transmascs. Don’t underage drink. They just took my blood work to try to put me on testosterone and I, at 17, have the liver of a 55 year old man and they don’t think it’ll heal enough for me to ever be able to safely start testosterone. I am fucking devastated and I hope none of you have to go through what I’m going through right now.
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prokopetz · 11 months
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I think a lot of the skepticism and derision toward the idea of "gifted kid burnout" stems from the fact that a lot of folks have no idea what the gifted track in most high schools actually looks like; they've got this mental image, possibly informed by popular media depictions, of "gifted kids" as a privileged group of students who get to go on extra field trips, monopolise the teachers' attention in class, and constantly be told how special they are, but who are otherwise treated identically to all the other kids.
In practice, the gifted track in most high schools – most North American high schools, at any rate – has the same problem as any other educational program: the need to adhere to published metrics. These programs exist for the benefit of students only insofar as those benefits can empirically be measured, which leads to several common outcomes:
Students on the gifted track being afforded fewer choices regarding elective classes – often to the extent of having no choices at all – in order to stream the highest-performing students into the subjects that are most valuable in terms of boosting institutional metrics.
Students on the gifted tracking receiving restricted access to educational resources such as tutoring because it's perceived as a waste of funding. In many cases, gifted students are not only denied access to tutoring, but expected to serve as volunteer tutors and teaching assistants themselves, effectively becoming a source of unpaid educational labour for the schools they attend.
Students on the gifted track being assigned considerably more homework, often literally doubling their workload in an environment where homework loads are already routinely high enough that kids have difficulty finding time to eat and sleep, simply because you get more measurable academic performance data that way.
The upshot is that the gifted track is often less about fun perks and constant praise, and more about receiving less freedom, fewer resources, and heavier workloads than one's peers, getting strong-armed into providing unpaid labour to the school on top of it, and constantly being told one should be grateful for it – and that's without touching on the fact that the unspoken secondary purpose of many gifted programs is to serve as a quarantine for all the neurodivergent kids the school couldn't find an excuse to institutionalise or expel.
Like, shit, there's a reason kids on the gifted track exhibit elevated rates of alcoholism and substance abuse compared to general student populations. That doesn't arise in a vacuum!
(To be clear, I'm not saying that people graduating from high school and immediately having an existential crisis upon realising they're not special after all isn't a thing that happens, but in my experience that's more usually something that happens to the kids who were on the football team, and reframing it as a nerd culture thing is really weird.)
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evankinard · 1 year
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already dealing with the knowledge that buck is dead right now and then having that gay ass still of buddie's poker date shoved in my face has done irreparable damage to my brain is this what mixing alcohol and opiates feels like
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pfhwrittes · 2 months
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Could you add to this at all?
I’m not sure if you do anons but if you do and If it’s available could I be- 🐙?
(I’m 19 years old)
hi anon, of course you can be 🐙 (also thank you for specifying your age, that's very sweet of you but not necessary. i'm going to trust my anons that they're over 18)
gosh lets see what i can pull up as a follow up for this post. i'll have to dig into my murky memories to see if i can remember where it was going (or maybe to drag up some inspiration).
TW: unspecified intoxication, nausea mention (but no vomit), dubcon touching (johnny doesn't ask before touching the reader character, and the reader character can't consent anyway).
pairing: john mactavish x female reader --
you're sat on the kitchen floor, cool tiles bleeding the slightly feverish heat from your body, propping yourself up against the cabinet behind you. you stomach roils and you take a careful breath through your nose.
"y'alright there, hen?"
you blink open your eyes hazily, not entirely sure when they dropped closed, to look up at one of the men from the living room. did he follow you? where's your friend? you swallow and shake your head carefully. the kitchen blurs and spins around you so you close your eyes again.
"easy, easy. don't want ye makin' yerself sick now."
you feel two calloused palms cradle your face, a thumb strokes your cheekbone lightly sending a burst of heat and static up into your temple.
"m'gonna be sick." you manage to slur out through numb lips but the hands don't pull away.
"naw, yer no'. just need a drink of water is all, hen." one of the hands moves away from your hot face and you feel something cool and smooth nudge your lower lip. you blink your rolling eyes open so you can focus on the glass of water - is it water? - under your nose.
the man tilts your head back slightly and you sip carefully. the water washes away the slightly sour taste in your mouth and you hum to let this helpful stranger know you're done for now.
"good girl, well done." your helpful stranger practically purrs at you as he removes the glass from your lips. you feel his thumb swipe at a bead of water in the corner of your mouth and your world tilts slightly on its axis again. maybe you should ask him to stop touching you now, but you feel like you'll shatter into pieces without the anchor of his palm on your cheek and the thumb that's now resting on your bottom lip.
"is that right?" he asks sounding amused. oh, you must've mumbled some of that out loud. you blink at your stranger, wondering if his eyes really are that blue. who is he anyway? did he follow you? where's your friend?
"'m johnny. i saw you go out into the kitchen. your friend..." he pauses briefly and you're fascinated by the way his lips twitch as he contemplates the words he wants to say. you want to touch the stubble on his jaw. "is a wee bit busy at the moment. so i thought i'd better check on you."
you hum, you know what busy means. and oh, you must've asked him your questions out loud again. you don't know if that's a good thing so you close your heavy eyelids again. maybe that will help you keep your thoughts inside your head.
"hey, c'mon hen. you cannae fall asleep here." johnny taps your lip to get your attention. "let's get you somewhere more comfortable."
you mumble something half formed and garbled about not wanting to see whatever it is your friend is doing with the other men in the living room and johnny huffs a quiet laugh.
"naw, naw. c'mon i'll put you up in my room, how does that sound?"
that sounds pretty good. so you let johnny manoeuvre your uncooperative body upwards and trust him to guide you out of the kitchen in your haze.
you miss whatever he says to the hulking figure in the doorway as you focus on keeping your feet in contact with the floor but you're very aware of the way his hand on your waist burns like a brand.
somewhere in the back of your mind a tiny shrill voice warns you about something before it gets washed away. maybe you'll remember after having a lie down.
-- taglist: @kaadaaan
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