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autumnjane83 · 2 months
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So I don’t have a caregiver. I’d like one but I do just fine in my own. But this is kind of what I imagine my Daddy would be like.
He reads to me a lot and he does all the voices. He calls me sweetie, kitten and kiddo. He plays video games with me and fixes me lunch in a bento box for school everyday.
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We watch movies and he pops the popcorn on the stove and butters and salts in just right. He doesn’t care how many times we’ve seen Yellow Submarine or Lilo and Stitch or Flight of the Navigator.
He helps me make blanket forts and he keeps a scrap book of all my coloring pictures.
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chickpea0 · 1 year
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Cosmic Caregivers!
These two are always here to encourage and nurture you no matter your age! I had this idea a few months ago and seeing @/cgscomfycove make a similar post as to what I was going for inspired me to get it done !
I see these two more as space-beings than humans on Earth in a house that just so happen to like the stars but you can interperate them as either!
Some more details below:
For clarifications sake, the one on the left is named Cyrus and the one on the right is named Celimene  
These two love doing mellow activities such as colouring, painting, reading, and the sort! Their hearts melt when presented with little creations from you.
They both play numerous musical instruments but they have their favourites, Celimene is known for her paino skills and Cyrus loves his double bass, they love playing for their little star and would be over the moon if they asked for music lessons. They both agree a toy piano would sound very sweet along with their grander istruments.
Celimene is phenominal at creating a nice atmosphere, she loves to find a cosy spot somewhere, fill it with pillows, cushions and blankets before turning on her aromatherapy defuser (or air humidifier/dehumidifier depending on her babys needs) and cracking open a good story book- although it isn't uncommon for Cyrus to join with three mugs of something warm.
If you like star-gazing they'll take you to do it often, all three of you pointing out different constelations and making up some of your own.
Cyrus loves hearing you explain things to him, he loves seeing your point of veiw and he finds the way you express yourself endearingly amusing but he never, ever belittles you.
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marshmellowtea · 1 year
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yellow guy's shy imaginary older brother is also. his shy imaginary caregiver when he regresses :)
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jacksgreysays · 3 months
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(Not sure if I can qualify for another prompt after the last wonderful prompt fill but here goes:
The Academy was perfectly fine with Shikamaru’s imaginary friend Shikako, until she managed to ____.
Oh dona, there are so many things that can fill in that blank. SO MANY THINGS. And, I’ll be honest, a lot of what comes to my mind range from funny to alarming. But the on that I think is the most encompassing—without being too boring—is simply “get caught.” Because that opens up so many opportunities for what else she could have been doing before she got caught in such a way that also builds a dynamic between those who are in on it (ie, the Rookie Nine, maybe even the full Konoha Twelve since Team Gai IS only just one year older) and those who aren’t (presumably the teachers of the Academy) However, in order to narrow this fic down into something writable, I should figure what Shikako is doing before she gets caught… and, maybe this is just me, but I kinda like the idea of… now maybe this is too specific… but basically, Shikamaru’s imaginary friend Shikako, aka his literal sentient eldritch horror twin sister that lives in his shadow, just straight up eating Danzo. Just. How do you get rid of something? Eat it. Because, like… okay. My brain goes something like this:
“Hm,” says Shikamaru as they hide in the treetops from Iruka-sensei.
Normally, Shikamaru is content with being out of the classroom that, outside from telling them the plan needed to ditch and stay hidden, he stays pretty quiet either cloud watching or napping.
Chouji, in his spot next to Shikamaru and equally satisfied with just being outside, is the only one to hear him. “What is it?” He asks.
That gets Kiba and Naruto to perk up, starting to get bored after their flawless escape with minimal conflict.
“Shikako says she’s hungry.”
Good friend that he is, Chouji offers some of his chips. A tendril of Shikamaru’s shadow shakily takes one, wobbling even under that weight, but Shikako is also a good friend so she eats it.
Well. She tries, anyway. Shikamaru’s shadow curls around it, mimicking a chewing motion, but it remains unchanged.
After a moment, Shikamaru reports, “Shikako says thank you, but she might need to eat something else specifically?”
Naruto, ever curious asks, “What does a shadow even eat?”
Shikamaru shrugs. “She says she’ll know it when we find it.”
Kiba, and an Akamaru squirming with eagerness, declares, “Akamaru and I are the best and finding stuff. We’ll get it in no time.”
Iruka-sensei finds them before they find the ambiguous “it.”
To be fair, they were searching through the refrigerator in the teacher’s lounge, and their self assigned mission had carried them through to lunch time. So really it was their own fault.
Didn’t stop Naruto, Kiba, and Akamaru from yelling and howling up a storm as Iruka-sensei grabbed the two boys by the collars of their shirts. Mizuki-sensei at least just gestured his two charges forward, trusting that Shikamaru and Chouji would cooperate since they had been caught fair and square. And plus, it was lunch time.
Distracted as they were, none of the boys noticed Shikamaru’s shadow stretch itself to connect to Mizuki-sensei’s.
Without that context, none of them made the connection when, not even a minute later, Mizuki-sensei stumbled, nearly falling, before catching himself in an uncertain stance.
“You okay?” Iruka-sensei asked, caregiving nature winning over his desire to continue lecturing the boys.
Mizuki-sensei waved him off with a strained laugh, “Ha, I just felt a little tired—midday slump, probably.”
Kiba and Naruto, sensing weakness, re-aim their efforts from complaining to making fun of Mizuki-sensei’s age. It draws his ire, never mind that he tries to seem cooler than Iruka-sensei, but he musters a woozy, half-hearted defense at best.
Shikamaru glances at his shadow, darker and deeper than it was before.
Shikako isn’t as hungry anymore.
A/N: And then something something Ino and Sakura spot the boys questing for Shikako’s food and they also believe in/like Shikako anyway so they try to help out, Shino gets pulled in because they end up on Aburame territory and he’s holding his smiling baby sister and his untouchable vibes are way lowered, at some point they’re like… maybe Hinata can use her cool eyes to FIND what Shikako needs (and she’s stalking Naruto anyway so we might as well actively include her) and then Sasuke kind of feels left out ALTHOUGH… I may have a separate thing for how Sasuke gets pulled in. Anyway the kids try to figure out what she’s doing—she doesn’t eat chakra, she eats life energy, but only out of people that she wants to kill anyway and the amount she eats from them is maybe based on how much she wants to kill them? (she really does almost eat Kabuto to death the first time they encounter him lol)—and they’re like… well… we also don’t like the people Shikako doesn’t like anyway? Here’s where plot maybe comes in and maybe where Sasuke gets pulled in but basically if this is pre-Uchiha Massacre then there could be a day when Itachi goes to pick up the little Uchiha members from the Academy and Shikako is just like ??? DO I want to kill and eat him??? because he hasn’t done anything (YET) so it’s just like… the rest of the kids investigating into Sasuke to investigate into Itachi which then somehow Scooby Doo style gets them to Danzo and MAYBE he’s being a creeper and visiting the Academy to recruit future ROOT agents or MAYBE the Academy building is near the Hokage’s Tower (I think???) or Shisui and Itachi are BOTH picking up the various Uchiha Academy students and Danzo tries to use the opportunity to intimidate/threaten them both “subtly” and Shikako’s just like !!!!! FEAST MODE!!!! And fully just eldritch style swallows him whole in front of some Academy teachers :) And it’s not like Shikamaru can get in trouble because he’s BEEN telling the truth about his imaginary friend Shikako the whole time. And as far as they know it LOOKS like a Nara clan technique so they’re like… well… uh… maybe we should tell the Jounin Commander about this. And Shikaku’s just like… uh… Kasuga… what the fuck… And Kasuga turns to Sembei-obaasan and also asks what the fuck… And Sembei-obaasan has to search deep deep into the Nara oral tradition for what the fuck is going on And Shikako is just in Shikamaru’s shadow, totally pleased with herself. I’m not hungry anymore :)
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lttl3babybug · 30 days
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Sir Pentious cg headcanons 😋?
Course I can silly billy!! I adore this man so much
Cg!Sir Pentious Headcanons!!
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🐍This man. Is a nervous wreck.
🐍He most likely started of babysitting you but decided he would like to be your cg cause he loved you oh so much
🐍The egg boiz are very curious about you, following you round 24/7 and asking thousands of questions
🐍Course he shoo’s them away with an annoyed hiss
🐍They come back not even 2 seconds later
🐍At first Pentious is very nervous about being your caregiver, he’s worried that he’s not doing anything right and is constantly paranoid
🐍He calms down when you come to him because you had a nightmare. Stood in your pyjamas, paci in your mouth and plushie, my god he melted
🐍Please lord someone request smth abt this I need to write a little one shot thing abt that
🐍Anyway, he makes most of your gear! With him being an inventor he makes you a lot of toys!
🐍The first thing he made you was a rattle, he was slightly embarrassed to give it to you. Not because he’s embarrassed of you! No quite the opposite actually, he was just so worried you wouldn’t like it
🐍I like to think he knows how to sew, he seems the type, so he made you a little play mat!
🐍It’s one of those ones with all the textures on and little things to pull at, it makes noises and such
🐍He’s very proud of his work
🐍Loves a good tea party, he gets on so well with your stuffies
🐍Puts his pinkie out when he sips at your imaginary tea to make you giggle
🐍He’s so good at playtime as well, like lucifer he will do anything you need of him
🐍He is very dramatic so he’s amazing at play time
🐍He doesn’t use many nicknames for you, he doesn’t know many
🐍Course he uses the traditional ones, little one, baby, prince/princess, sweetheart, darling
🐍You’re attached to his hip 24/7, he’s very protective of you, hissing at anyone who tries to be mean
🐍If he’s not around the eggs are taking care of you, and doing a terrible job
🐍They still aren’t sure how you…function so they sort of just sit and play with your toys with you
🐍When it comes to bedtime you take priority with Pen, he doesn’t care that he’s cold blooded and needs the warmth if you’re too hot his heater is off
🐍Cause he sleeps in a circle bed and all snuggled up it’s perfect for him to cradle and cuddle you
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conarcoin · 1 year
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Some fast facts on DID from someone who lives with the disorder and has been diagnosed, and someone who reads a lot of research on it, with sources. Because misinformation pisses me off.
DID has a prevalence rate of around 1.1-1.5%, and is underdiagnosed due to lack of proper training about it given to professionals. (source) It is not a rare disorder, and has a similar prevalence rate to OCD and a higher prevalence rate than Schizophrenia. It is possible that the rate could be as high as 3%. (source)
DID is not a disorder you as an outsider can instantly recognize. Only 6% of DID cases present overtly. (source)
Minors have never been barred from being diagnosed with DID. In fact, the DSM-5 specifically mentions how to distinguish DID from imaginary play in children in the diagnostic criteria.
In the most commonly accepted theory of DID, there is no "original self". Instead, children are born without a singular cohesive personality, and the sense of self merges as they develop. Childhood trauma causes a disruption in this process as dissociation is used as a survival tactic, which is what causes DID. This is called the Theory of Structural Dissociation.
To quote the ICD: "In short, these developmental models posit that DID does not arise from a previously mature, unified mind or “core personality” that becomes shattered or fractured. Rather, DID results from a failure of normal developmental integration caused by overwhelming experiences and disturbed caregiver–child interactions (including neglect and the failure to respond) during critical early developmental periods. This, in turn, leads some traumatized children to develop relatively discrete, personified behavioral states that ultimately evolve into the DID alternate identities."
No research has ever supported that DID can be accurately replicated by social contagion or suggestion.
The first documented case of an alter introjected from fiction was in the 80s, and it was a Star Trek introject. This document compiles published academic references to fiction-based and non-human alters.
Treatment for DID does not strictly involve merging of identities into one. Instead, "integration" is the process of breaking down dissociative barriers and encouraging communication, whether that involves fusion or not. Professionals agree that fusion is not necessary to live functionally as a person with DID. (source)
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astarions-musings · 4 months
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Have another story idea that's floating around in my head rent-free
So, I want to try writing a series of short stories (like the microfiction that we used to write as teenagers) about a system full of 'monstrous' headmates. Having them go from 'imaginary friends' in the body's childhood years, to headmates trying to keep the body alive without fully understanding how they're interacting with each other, to holding down a desk job and living a comfortably mundane life together as an adult.
I want to write a story that acknowledges the hard times, and just how tough it can be to navigate them, while celebrating the happy ending that comes from mutual support and the little pleasures in life. I want it to start with this system repressing unwanted or uncomfortable feelings (after being abused as a kid for expressing unwelcome feelings), then discovering all of those feelings they bottled away as children came in people-sized containers, and that you can't bottle away feelings without locking away the people experiencing those feelings. And it becomes a story about welcoming and embracing everyone in your inner life (as well as giving people space if they want to be left alone), and all of those old survival roles becoming less and less relevant as people build happy and safe lives for themselves.
I want to present this story through timeskips, jumping several years ahead after each scene, both for maximum contrast between each stage of this system's life and also to have fun with implying how the after-effects of each scene have led to a major life transition. Have this all build up to the kind of pleasant mundanity that isn't shown enough in plural fiction - something like the shoggoth headmate (who used to be so feared and demonised) struggling with a shopping list, because they're honestly not used to fronting outside of the house, but one of their friends in the system has a date tonight and they're being a good wingman by handling the meal prep for them.
Have a story that shows how bad it can get, but that it doesn't have to stay that way. That no matter how bad things are for your system, or how bad things once were, you too can enjoy a happy life of mundane pleasures and tender moments. You too can melt into a cuddle pile with your headmates as you're drifting to sleep, even if those headmates come in unusual shapes and sizes. The protectors can rest, the caregivers can be nurtured themselves, the anonymous shadows skulking in the dark place in your system can toast s'mores around the campfire and enjoy the company of their system without having to compromise their anonymity. You can just be, and enjoy life, and look forward to a happy future that has room for all your scars and fangs and extra limbs. Where the dark times in the story aren't included for the sake of tragedy, but to show that you too can enjoy a happy future, no matter how tough your backstory was.
I dunno - I just think we need more stories like that in the world. And it's my way of being the change I want to see, or the representation I wish I had as a child <3
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littlespacereader · 8 months
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omgomgomg u should write hanni (will could be there- will should be there.) with a toddler/baby regressor reader who's learning their abc's or numbers aaaa that would be the cutest!! just praises and headpats all along the way
AHHHHHHH!!!!!! This is literally the cutest request!! I can’t get enough of a Hannibal fic where he’s just praising his Regressor like crazy! And with Will joining in and adding to the cuteness?! I’m dead!☠️ So please enjoy this fic!!💞💞
One Fish, Two Fish
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Caregiver!Hannibal Lector, Caregiver!Will Graham & GN Little!Reader SFW!
Tags: Picnic trip, bottles, counting, praise, mentions of fishing but not graphic, and an adventure!
(Hannibal is not a cannibal in any of my fics)
Nicknames: Little one, Darling, Sweetheart, Little baby, little good luck charm, Little genius
It’s a beautiful summer day in Virginia. A warm day with a cool breeze running through the forest. Sunny with little clouds in the sky. The perfect day for a fishing picnic trip!
The three walked down the dirt trail to Will’s favorite fishing spot. Will and Hannibal walked along side each other with Will carrying Y/N piggy back style. Hannibal settled for just carrying the fishing rod and the picnic basket.
It’s been about two years now that they’ve had this beautiful bundle of joy in their lives. Will and Hannibal thought they had everything they could ever want in their lives, that’s until Y/N entered and changed everything.
The two Caregivers lives blossomed with their little one. Both of them being very opened minded and accepting to their little ones younger headspace. Both of them learning a lot about themselves with their little one.
They loved Y/N wholeheartedly. They brought such a fun and vibrant spirit to their world. Some days were spent playing imaginary games around Hannibal’s house, other days were spent running around outside with the dogs at Will’s house, other days like today were spent at the stream.
Will carried Y/N piggyback style through the woods pretending here and there to lose control and sway side to side causing Y/N to giggle. Y/N looked up through the trees and to the side, admiring the beautiful landscape around them. Occasionally they would point out different discoveries.
“Butterfly!!” Y/N yelled out, pointing at the blue colored creature sailing through the air.
“Wow! That’s a beautiful butterfly darling. Now tell me, what color is it?” Hannibal asked.
“Ummmm….blue?” Y/N asked a bit unsure.
“That’s right sweetheart! You are so smart!” Hannibal happily praised.
They had been teaching their little one different subjects here and there, recently the two were working on numbers and colors with Y/n. Anytime their little one gets anything right Will and Hannibal praise them to death.
“I got it right!! Did you hear?!” Y/N asked pulling on Will’s shirt.
“I did hear! I’m so proud of you sweetheart. You’re learning so much already. Soon you’ll know more than us.” Will praised.
Soon the three arrived at the stream. Despite the beautiful day the water was still rough as always. Hannibal started setting up their picnic while Will and Y/N went to the shoreline. He set them down and the two watched the water racing around the rocks.
Will could see the look in his littles eyes and right before they jumped into the rough water he grabbed their hand.
“Wow wow wow. It’s too rough for you honey. You can stick your feet in with me here but you can’t go into the water.” He explained.
“But whyyyyyyyy?”
Will smiled at his Little. “Because the water is too strong for a little baby like yourself.” He poked their tummy making them giggle. “It’s safer for you to stay on the blanket. Okay?”
Y/N just whined and looked down disappointed. “How come you can go in the water and I can’t?”
Will sighed and walked back with them to the now set up picnic blanket. “Because I’m used to the water and I’m a lot stronger. That’s why I’m the protector of the house.”
That happened to catch Hannibal’s ear who was sitting on the picnic blanket, “You’re the protector of the house?” He smirked.
Will rolled his eyes at Hannibal before looking back at Y/N, “We’re your protectors. That’s why you don’t have to worry about anything with us around.” He winked at Y/N but they just sat on the picnic blanket with their arms crossed.
“I want to help you fish though.” Y/N said, each word layered with disappointment.
Will’s heart broke, but he knew the stream was just too dangerous. “You will be helping me fish. You’re my good luck charm.” He smiled.
“But maybe we’ll have to take a trip to the lake with you. That way we can go swimming. How does that sound?” Will offered.
That seemed to do the trick and lighten Y/N mood. “Really?”
“Really. It sounds like a plan.” He stood up and grabbed his fishing pole. “Now I wont be far, I’ll just be over there if you need me okay?”
Y/N nodded. With one little kiss to their forehead Will embarked on his fishing expedition, leaving Hannibal and Y/N behind in the picnic blanket.
Despite being okay 2 seconds ago with not going in the stream with Will to fish, Hannibal could see the moment Will left and entered the water their little one was upset again.
But of course Hannibal wasn’t going to let his little one sit in misery. “Why don’t we have a little wilderness expedition?” He offered.
His little one turned to him and seemly snapped out of their disappointment for a moment. “Expedition?” They asked.
Hannibal smiled at his little ones confusion. He stood up put his hand out to them. “Why don’t we go on a little adventure?”
Their face lit up to the idea! “Adventure!!!” They jumped up and joined Hannibal.
So, hand in hand the two decided to take a little walk together through the forest.
They came across a tiny tree on their trail, similar looking to the Charlie Brown tree in the Christmas special.
“Now, how many branches do you think are on this tree?” Hannibal asked his little one.
They hummed in concentration. After a moment they simply held up three fingers.
Hannibal’s face lit up. “Wonderful job darling! You are so smart! Well done!” He gently squeezed their hand.
Y/N face lit up as well. Smiling and giggling under the praise.
They walked closer to the coastline. Despite earlier wanting to go into the water and play, the closer they got to the water the tighter Y/N held onto Hannibal’s hand. He smiled and wrapped a protective arm around them.
Together they could see Will in the distance casting his line out. He looked so at peace fishing.
“Green.” Y/N said breaking the silence.
“Green?” Hannibal repeated. They were surrounded by green between the forest trees, the grass, the bushes…
“His shirt…green.” Y/N said pointing at Will. They looked back at Hannibal and smiled. “And you’re…pink!” They added with a giggle.
Hannibal smiled seeing just how excited Y/N was getting. “Yes darling! Wow! Look at you my little genius!”
Y/N smiled some more, blushing under the praise.
The two walked back to the picnic basket, not without Y/N counting every rock they came across on the way back there.
“One.” They pointed out.
“Two.”
“Three”
“Four.”
“Fi…four.”
“Five.” Hannibal helped.
“Five!” They happily replied.
Well maybe they skipped a couple of rocks on the way back because….well…numbers and colors can be so tiring!
Y/N ran over and plopped onto the picnic blanket, opting to lay down rather than sit at the moment. Hannibal found it absolutely adorable! He could tell a nap was in sight for his little one soon enough.
But for now it was lunch time for the three. He turned to the river and called out for Will.
Y/N laid on their back and just stared at the sky. It was a bit obstructed by the beautiful branches on the trees but it only made the scene more beautiful. There was a light breeze that blew through the forest that gently moved the tree branches and leaves. It was so peaceful.
Everything was so peaceful. They had never felt such peace before Will and Hannibal. The two caregivers made them feel appreciated and cared for. Something they haven’t felt since….well…forever.
Their eyes started to drift off while watch the tree sway in the breeze. They only opened again when…
“Y/N sweetheart? Are you sleeping?”
Y/N quickly lifted their head to see Will walking over to sit next to them. They gasped and hugged Will the moment he sat down.
“No…not tired…” Y/N said holding onto Will’s with one hand and rubbing their eyes with the other. “Did you catch fishies?”
“I caught two thanks to you my little good luck charm.” Will added wrapping an arm around them. “What did you do while I was gone?”
Y/n leaned back and cuddled into Will side as Hannibal started getting their lunch together.
“I saw…fou-…no! five rocks on the way here! And we saw a tree with three branches and and we saw you! And I realize that your shirt is green! And his is pink!” Y/N rambled on.
“Oh my goodness you saw so many rocks! And what a small tree you must’ve saw. Plus I didn’t even know my shirt was green until you mentioned it! Sweetheart you are becoming so so smart! I am so proud of you!” Will praised, squeezing them closer.
“So am I! I couldn’t believe how intelligent our little one is. We truly won the lottery with them.” Hannibal smiled.
“I couldn’t agree more.” Will smiled back all while Y/N smiled and kicked their feet in excitement. They were truly the best Caregivers making Y/N feel so special.
Soon Hannibal had passed out a sandwich for everyone. But this is Hannibal we’re talking about so it was a fancy sandwich, if that’s even possible…It’s Hannibal who made it, so it fancy some how some way.
After sandwiches Hannibal and Will ate cheese and crackers while Y/N drank a bottle. At first they held onto it, determined to remain awake. But after a while it was getting hard! The breezy was so refreshing and they were making the leave shake and the noise was just making it so relaxing! It was becoming harder and harder to stay awake!
They kept nodding off while drinking which lead to them leaning more and more against Will. Soon without realizing it, Will had taken over holding their bottle while they were leaned against him falling asleep. Soon their eyes started to close.
They awoke a little bit later. They were laying down on the picnic blanket, head in Hannibal’s lap and his jacket draped across them as a makeshift blanket. Hannibal was looking out at Will in the stream but he had one hand wrapped around Y/N and the other playing with their hair.
Stretching a little to wake themselves up a bit caught Hannibal’s attention. He just smiled as he looked down at his little one. “Go back to sleep darling, your brain need to rest after all the working it’s been doing today. Don’t worry, your protectors are right here.” He said with a little forehead kiss at the end.
He was right! They did do a lot of work today! They did deserve to rest! The stream soared on in the distance and the trees continued to sway in the breeze. Sending Hannibal and Will’s smartie little one back into a peaceful nap.
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hauntedselves · 10 months
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The Continuum of Dissociation
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An infographic describing the continuum of dissociation and the theory of structural dissociation. From left to right (more integrated parts to less integrated parts), are:
Altered states - Altered states of consciousness: Includes things like daydreaming, normal absorption, 'highway hypnosis', flow states, meditative practices, and imaginary play
Primary dissociation - PTSD / single incident trauma: Where a person has what can be described as a 'Going on with normal life' part that does daily life, as well as a 'Trauma part' that holds the experience of trauma
Secondary dissociation - C-PTSD / complex trauma: Where a person has more than one 'Going on with normal life' part as well as multiple trauma parts that often are caught in defensive actions and patterns of trauma
Dissociative disorders - OSDD / UDD: Other specified and unspecified dissociative disorders are diagnoses given when a person does not meet the full criteria for a specific dissociative disorder
Tertiary dissociation - DID / polyfragmented DID: Characterised by two or more distinct personality states, and in the case of polyfragmented DID, a person has a large number of 'alters' or identities, each with their own sense of self
Outside of the parts model, but still within dissociation, are:
Dissociative amnesia: Where a person cannot remember important information about their life (more than ordinary forgetfulness)
Depersonalisation & derealisation: Where a person experiences feelings of detachment from their body or cognitions, including a disconnect from their self or environment
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An infographic describing primary structural dissociation.
In primary structural dissociation, there is a 'Going on with normal life part', which avoids traumatic reminders to function in normal life goals. Daily life functions include rest, play, socialising, relationships, and intimacy.
There is also a trauma part, which is engaged in survival / animal defences and is often in hyper- or hypoarousal. Trauma responses (defences) are: fight, flight, freeze, submit, and attach.
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[Image description:
An infographic describing secondary structural dissociation.
In secondary structural dissociation, there is a 'Going on with normal life part', which avoids traumatic reminders to function in normal life goals.
There are also multiple trauma parts, which are engaged in survival / animal defences and is often in hyper- or hypoarousal. Trauma responses (defences) are: fight, flight, freeze, submit, and attach.
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An infographic describing tertiary structural dissociation. It gives an example of a system, the collection of all alters (parts) within a person.
In tertiary structural dissociation, there are multiple 'Going on with normal life parts', one or more of which may be called the 'host(s)', who are engaged in daily life. Examples of going on with normal life parts are a worker alter, a caregiver alter, and a partner alter.
There are also multiple trauma parts, which are alters engaged in survival defences. Examples of trauma parts are a gatekeeper alter (who decides who fronts), fight alters (e.g. Ann, a 24 year old primar protector part, and Don, a 30 year old persecutor part), flight alters (e.g. Sally, an 8 year old trauma holder), freeze alters (e.g. Marcus, a 10 year old trauma holder), submit alters (e.g. Pia, an 18 year old trauma holder), and attach alters (may be called 'littles', e.g. Lily, a 4 year old and Jack, a 6 year old, both trauma holders).
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- Natasja Wagner
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agerefandom · 2 years
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20 Alternate Universe Regression Writing Prompts
1. Ghost AU: Regressor!character moves into a haunted house and experiences a lot of strange things, and ends up regressing one night (related to the haunting or not), and the ghost starts taking care of them, and they end up being friends 
2. Vampire AU (version A): Regressor!character is rescued from a bad situation by a friendly vampire and brought to their castle (or apartment for a modern vampire AU). They regress from the stress and the vampire takes care of them, and then wants to keep them and take care of them... forever. 
3. Vampire AU (version B): The vampire has been the same age for so long... they just want a break from the constant stress. One of their companions (human or vampire) offers them a safe space to regress. 
4. Teacher AU: Regressor!character slips in class and their teacher notices and quietly makes sure they’re okay, and then bit by bit starts getting a little bit too involved and ends up scooping the student out of a bad home life and taking care of them
5. Monster Under The Bed AU: Regressor!character is scared of the monster under the bed, but it turns out that it just wants to be friends 
6. De-Aged AU (version A): Regressor!character is physically deaged and is overjoyed to have a full day of being visibly young, and decides to pretend they’re completely deaged (physically and mentally), but another character catches on that they’re really a regressor 
7. De-Aged AU (version B): Caregiver!character gets fully de-aged and the regressor!character has to take care of their caregiver and it’s very hard and complicated 
8. Apocalypse AU (version A): Caregiver!character and regressor!character are making their way across the apocalyptic landscape to a place they hope will be safe, and they collect little things for regressor!character along the way
9. Apocalypse AU (version B): Regressor!character finds another survivor who’s very regressed and very scared and brings them to caregiver!character 
10: Mermaid AU: Regressor!character is by the ocean when they meet a mermaid who makes friends with them, and they slowly learn how to communicate despite a language barrier 
11. Hospital AU: Regressor!character is having a terrible time in the hospital, and either a nurse or a fellow patient steps in to take care of them and ends up bonding with them 
12. Serial Killer AU: unstoppable murder duo of caregiver!character and regressor!character, on the road and committing crimes: caregiver sets them up and lets the regressor have a little fun with the murder 
13. Regressors Are Known (version A): Regressor!character is at a long-term daycare for regressors that doubles as an adoption service for regressors who want to find a caregiver, and caregiver!character comes to visit the regressors 
14. Regressors Are Known (version B): The doctor recommends that regressor!character looks into getting a caregiver so they’re not on their own all the time, and they have to start looking online for a caregiver and it’s hard... until they meet someone who seems perfect 
15. Soulmate AU: acearo!character is very confused by their soulmark but it turns out that the mark is for a regressor/caregiver relationship and they meet their other half and it’s very nice, actually! 
16. Omegaverse AU: Regressor!character is having a bad day and hiding in a side-room but caregiver!character follows the scent of a distressed child to them and gets very confused, but steps in to comfort them
17. Bookstore AU: regressor!character is always coming in to buy children’s books and the store employee starts helping them choose them, and they become friends, but when will the employee figure out that the regressor isn’t buying the kid’s books for someone else? 
18. Imaginary Friend AU: When they were a biokid, regressor!character had an imaginary friend... now that a traumatic incident makes them regress more often, they find that imaginary friend on their mind more often. Little do they know that the imaginary friend was actually (their guardian angel, a fae, a ghost, etc.) and they’re back to spend more time with the regressor!character 
19. Roommate AU: Regressor!character is doing their best to keep their regression gear hidden from their roommate, but one day they think their roommate will be at work, and the roommate come home early and catches them regressing! 
20: Mental Bond AU: Regressor!character is forced into a mental bond with another character, and is very upset because no one knows they’re a regressor, but the bonded character is very understanding and takes care of them 
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baby--charchar · 1 month
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How do you think charlie and vaggie would handle each other's age regression?
They would both be AMAZING caregivers towards each other. There's absolutely nothing that one wouldn't do to keep the other one safe, comfy, and happy at all times.
I see Vaggie as being a very practical caregiver. She loves cooking for and handfeeding her baby (little Charlie gets LOTS of wholesome home-cooked food, some of it Salvadoran, some not, all of it tasty)! She does her hair every day, picks out her clothes, and has a lot of fun making Charlie look extra adorable. She's also very meticulous about keeping Charlie clean, so she does a good job about keeping up with things like baths, pull up checks, and wiping Charlie's face and hands after she eats. She can be kinda strict and has a low tolerance for tantrums and whining, but she never raises her voice. She's good at standing her ground calmly but firmly on whatever she needs Charlie to do. She's got a very strict routine for Charlie on 'Little Days,' and can jump right into it if Charlie suddenly regresses. She's not super great at imaginary play, but loves to build with blocks, do art, or watch movies with her baby girl. Plus Lucifer is super silly and playful, so Charlie still has a buddy either way.
Charlie would also be a great caregiver for Vaggie, but Vaggie would struggle accepting that help when she's little. She sees herself as the protector in their relationship and doesn't like being needy or reliant on someone that's supposed to depend on HER. She's working on it, especially since Charlie is so loving and accepting, but it's hard. In the meantime, she's more comfortable accepting help from Lucifer on some things like diaper changes and getting fed. Still...Charlie IS a good caregiver and it shows in how well tuned she is to Vaggie's needs. Vaggie regresses to a very low age, and is completely nonverbal. Add to that the fact that she's autistic, so she has some very particular support needs that she struggles to ask for. But Charlie always knows just what to do. She remembers all of her baby's 'favorites,' like favorite safe foods and comfy clothes that don't bother her sensory issues (no!!!! elastic!!!!). She also made Vaggie a little communication board to help bridge any gaps. She's very aware of Vaggie's triggers, and if need be, is very good at handling her meltdowns (which can be...a lot. Baby's got a lot of pent up feelings that just sorta take over her when things feel out of control). Charlie also loves doing sensory play with Vaggie, and comes up with elaborate activities that get Vaggie so excited! She especially loves running, slamming into her crash pad, screaming, sensory boxes, lights, colors, and anything that makes a big sticky mess, all of which Charlie is always down for!
Lastly, I think they'd each have an unspoken rule that only one of them can be regressed at a time, so that they're always able to take care of one another. This causes a lot of issues if they're both stressed and overwhelmed with the hotel/negotiating with Heaven, because neither will let themselves slip in order to leave space for the other to. Lucifer...thinks this is the saddest and slightly dumbest thing he has ever seen. He loves his little girls so much and swears he has it in him to look over them both if they both need to regress (the girls doubt it, but love the support).
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tazerecraft · 1 month
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do you have any headcanons or thoughts about a little Roier and his dads?
like around the time Roier was sad and got adopted by Vegetta, all I could think about was that this is the perfect set up for a small Roier getting taken cared of by Vegetta and Foolish. i think that would be adorable :D
Of course, anon! Here are some of my little!Roier w/ cg!Foolish & cg!Vegetta headcanons/thoughts (ft. a bit of Cellbit and Leo)
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Vegetta is very affectionate with Roier, he calls Roier nicknames and gives him gifts when he can
Vegetta is also not hesitant to give physical affection, wrapping Roier in a blanket and holding him, giving him cheek kisses, or doing family hugs
Foolish (poorly) does magic tricks for Roier and Vegetta always plays along
ex. Foolish pulls a coin from behind Roier’s ear and Vegetta pretends that it’s real too
Roier is a hyper little and Foolish matches his energy 100%, he wants to play cowboys? Foolish is pulling down his imaginary cowboy hat and putting on his best voice. He wants to go adventuring? Foolish is right behind him narrating it all.
if Vegetta is cooking or baking, he lets Roier have a taste and tells him it’s a secret between the two of them (Foolish knows but he acts oblivious)
when Roier has sleepovers with Leonarda, Vegetta and Foolish read them both bedtime stories together
Roier loves hide and seek
when Roier is upset, Vegetta is quick to comfort him while Foolish is a bit more awkward
It doesn’t mean he doesn’t care, though, if someone hurt Roier trust he would be there in a second to defend him
Vegetta and Roier will visit Foolish while he’s building and try to play jokes on him by doing things like placing random blocks when he turns around or leaving little signs with messages on them
also Leo loves her brother, even when they play fight, she’s always happy to be there while her dads are caring for Roier
sometimes they do painting and drawings nights and after, Foolish and Vegetta do their best to save every picture to put somewhere (it doesn’t matter the quality, of course, they’re a token of memory)
Roier also loves playdates and talking to the other islanders while little
he begs Vegetta and Foolish to bring him out to say hi to everybody
when he gets married to Cellbit, Cellbit becomes another caregiver but he can’t help but go back to his dads sometimes
of course Cellbit understands this, he just wants Roier to be happy and cared for and he trusts Foolish and Vegetta know what they’re doing
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sfw interactions only ^^
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babiepupp · 9 months
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Hi. I just stumbled on your blog. It's super cute. If it's not too much trouble could you do caregiver Kaeya headcanons? I hope you have a nice day. :3
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Absolutely! Cg Kaeya coming right up!
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⋆ ˚。୨୧˚CG!Kaeya Headcannons!˚୨୧ ˚。⋆
For @teyvat-tiny!!
• ABSOLUTELY spoils his little one rotten, they just gotta give him their best puppy eyes and he’ll be swayed!
• He loves to come to his littles imaginary tea parties- he has the upmost respect and etiquette for every single (stuffie) guest!
• He doesn’t at all mind being dressed up in whatever outfits, ribbon or accessories his little one wants- he actually finds it quite cute.
• Due to Kaeya’s Cryo vision, he’s an expert of taking care of his little whenever they have a fever, instant ice-packs!
• He loves to surprise his little by coming up behind them and pulling them up into his arms, somehow he’s incredibly stealthy when doing so..
• He’s an excellent option when it comes to those with younger regression ages, he’s more then happy to carry them around on his hip whenever they need.
• He’s very caring when his little one needs a change, he makes sure to stay very calm and distract them by making mini snowflakes with his vision to keep them distracted.
• Despite his sweetness, he’s firm when it comes to rules for his little ones wellbeing. When he says it’s bedtime, it’s bedtime.
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emodaryls · 3 days
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Meli's Agere alphabet! (caregiver ver.)
SFW!!! Not kink!
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A - activities [what is their favorite activity (or activities) to do with you?]
B - baby talk [Do they like to talk in a baby voice when interacting?]
C - cuddling [Do they like to cuddle with their regressor?]
D - dress up [Will they play dress up? what would be their favorite outfit?]
E - entertainment [What is their favorite movie, show, or book to watch/read with their regressor?]
F - forgiveness [How forgiving are they when their regressor makes mistakes? How fast do they forgive?]
G - gentle [How gentle are they with their regressor?]
H - hugs [Do they like to huggies?]
I - imaginary [How imaginative are they?]
J - jokes [Do they like to joke around?]
K - kisses [Do they like to give (platonic) kissies? Where is their favorite spot to kiss?]
L - lullaby [Do they sing lullabies to their regressor? What is their favorite one?]
M - morning [How do they spend mornings with their regressor? (when regressed)]
N - night [How do they spend mornings with their regressor? (when regressed)]
O - overprotective [Are they more overprotective, underprotective, or somewhere in the middle?]
P - petnames [What are their favorite petnames to use for their regressor? (ex: darling, sweetheart, little one)]
Q - quality time [How much time do they usually spend with their regressor? Do they live with them or visit?]
R - regression [Do they age regress as well?]
S - snacks [What snacks do they feed their regressor?]
T - tea party [Do they enjoy playing tea party? Will they play with the toys and/or stuffies as well?]
U - understand [How well do they understand their regressors needs and emotions?]
V - visit [What are some of their favorite places to visit with their regressor?]
W - warmth [Do they provide physical warmth to their regressor, such as giving blankets or cuddling? Do they make their regressor feel warm and secure, mentally?]
X - (e)xtra [Additional headcanons?]
Y - yummy [What are their favorite meals to make for their regressor? Are they good at cooking and/or baking?]
Z - ZzZ [Do they take naps with their regressor? What are some sleep habits of theirs?]
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littlerainyghoul · 4 months
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Aether trying to put a fussy little dew to bed...sounds like fun lol
Do you think you can write a fic about this?
yeah sure! of course!
I love writing regressed dew, and I think him being fussy fits his personality so well! Thank you for the request!
Without futher ado:
1am shenanigans
Summary: It’s 1am, and a tired Aether is trying to put the very energetic regressed fireghoul to bed.
words: 900
Pairings: Regressed Dewdrop, Caregiver Aether, also brief appearance of Cirrus
The fire ghoul spurled around the room, his body wriggling and gleaming with energy as he chased around the laser pointer Cirrus was playing with around the ghoul common room. He had the been chasing the laser for hours before, and the energy of the ghoul came to no end as he bounced around the room.
“Deww! Its time for some shut eye! It’s 1 am dear” Aether's voice rang out in the ghoul common room, laced with nothing but concern for the fire ghoul. He stepped in front of the energetic rascal, his body exuding a presence of gentle calmness.
"But....Aefey! I don't want to go to bed! I'm not tired" Dewdrop whine, disappointment lingering in his eyes, his nose scrunched in disgust at the idea of being put to bed.
“I know, little firefly, but don't you want to wake up and have the energy to play tomorrow?" Aether spoke, as he gestured to Cirrus to put away the laser pointer.
”Aether is right, you know, I think it's time for us to go to bed“ Cirrus spoke, her voice croaky from all the laughter she passed in the past couple of hours.
”Not tired! Cirrus! Please can we play some more?" Dewdrop shot his words, as he pounced in the air and crossed his arms.
“None can do, kid” Cirrus spoke as she yawned “I'm off to have my evening shower, see ya in the morning Aeth! Goodnight little one!“ she cooed the last part to Dewdrop.
”We need to calm you down, firefly" Aether whispered.
“Aeth, five more minutes? I really want to run around! It's so fun!"
"Nope, all the other ghouls went to bed. Now would you be a good boy for me? I'll tuck you in if you behave" Aether spoke, slight irritation lingering in his voice.
Dewdrop's lower lip jutted out ever so slightly, showcasing the classic sign of a pout. The smooth curve of his lips now held a hint of resistance, a silent protest against the unwelcome suggestion of sleep. Even his fiery aura seemed to flicker with a subdued intensity, mirroring the conflicted emotions etched across his expressive face.
“Please Dew?” Aether begged, his usual friendly and warm eyes tinted with exhaustion, and a hint of concern. "Why do you even want to stay up, anyway?"
"Not tired, Aethy" Dewdrop confessed.
Aether looked at Dewdrop, his eyes reflecting a mix of weariness and amusement. "Come on, firefly, bedtime is calling, and even the laser pointer needs its beauty sleep."
Dewdrop's eyes widened at the mention of the laser pointer, torn between the allure of play and the idea that Aether used his emotions like that.
Aether chuckled, "You know, if the laser pointer could talk, it would probably be saying, 'Enough, Dew, I need a break!'" He mimicked a high-pitched, imaginary voice, eliciting a giggle from Cirrus.
Dewdrop, caught off guard by the unexpected humour, let out a small laugh but still looked reluctant. Aether seized the opportunity to continue the banter. "Besides, if you stay up all night, you'll turn into a nocturnal ghoul, and I'm not sure the others are ready for that."
Cirrus, who turned back from entering her room, joined in, "Yeah, Dew, imagine waking up to find yourself surrounded by sleepy ghouls trying to get ready for the day while you're bouncing off the walls."
The thought seemed to amuse Dewdrop, and his resistance waned as he envisioned the comical scenario. "Okay, okay, I guess I don't want to be the only ghoul wide awake when everyone else is snoring," he conceded with a grin.
Aether seized the moment, "That's right, firebug" Now, let's make bedtime a grand adventure. I'll even tell you a story about a mischievous fire ghoul who learned the importance of a good night's sleep."
With a playful twinkle in his eye, Aether led Dewdrop towards his bedroom. It glowed with the warmth of red and gold hues, evoking the essence of dancing flames. Adorned with tapestries and artwork depicting swirling fire motifs, the room's focal point was a bed with crackling ember-patterned sheets and flame-carved headboard. In a cozy corner, a lava lamp added a mesmerizing touch, its molten wax mimicking the fluid movement of lava, casting a dynamic play of light.
Dewdrop climbed into the bed, as Aether threw some blankets on his body, as he tucked in the ghoul.
"Cosy, my love?" Aether cooed softly, as he tuned on the lavalamp.
“Bed time story, please?” Dewdrop asked
"Absolutely, my little Dewcifer" Aether replied with a tender smile, the warm glow of the lava lamp casting a soft radiance across the room.
As Dewdrop nestled into the crackling ember-patterned sheets, Aether began to weave a bedtime story, his voice a soothing melody that harmonized with the gentle flicker of the fiery-themed bedroom. The tale unfolded like the dance of flames, carrying Dewdrop into a world where fire ghouls embarked on enchanting adventures beneath the starlit canopy. The lavalamp's liquid glow echoed the story's rhythm, creating a tranquil ambiance that embraced them both in the comforting warmth of the fire-themed haven.
He softly carressed Dew's cheek, as Dew softly purred while the quintessential ghoul recounted his story. As Aether continued his tale, the bond between them deepened, and the room became a haven where the warmth of the story and the glow of the lava lamp melded into a soothing lullaby, cradling Dewdrop in the arms of sweet dreams.
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eflen-n-reegee · 8 months
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Caregiver Emotions Headcanons (Inside Out)
This one was a little tricky; it’s hard to write them as completely independent characters rather than extensions of Riley. But this is my very favorite Pixar film, and one of my biggest comfort movies, so I tried my best. 🙂
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Joy
She is a super playful caregiver, constantly messing with you and telling jokes.
Her high energy means she’s always ready for a game of chase or make-believe or just whatever!
She constantly tries to make the best of things, which can sometimes be… a little frustrating. But at other times, she is truly able to help turn things around, so it balances out.
Joy has absolutely no qualms about breaking the rules for “good” reasons; the others sometimes have to reign her in. (“Oh, you can totally have another cookie, sweetheart-” “Joy, this is how people get stomachaches!”)
She is much better at listening than she used to be, and more willing to step back if she isn’t the caregiver you need at the moment.
Sadness
She’s a much calmer caregiver, and is totally content to sit quietly with you if that’s what you want.
She is AMAZING at helping out when you’re sad. It’s incredibly easy to talk to her about your problems, even if you usually struggle with that. She’s just a fantastic listener.
(She’s also a fantastic hugger.)
Sadness knows a lot about human psychology and can actually give a name to certain mental issues you might be experiencing, which for some people is incredibly helpful.
She frequently reminds you that whatever you feel is okay. Certain actions or responses to emotions may not be healthy, but the emotions themselves are alway okay to experience.
Fear
He is SUPER focused on your safety. There are plenty of dangers in the world, and he does NOT want his kiddo to experience any of them!
(But some dangers, obviously, you will experience - which is why he has a library’s worth of emergency plans prepared.)
As much as he fusses about your safety, he really tries not to be overbearing. He doesn’t want YOU to be afraid of things, just… mindful of danger.
He’s actually great at soothing any worries about monsters or other “imaginary” dangers - and he’s super understanding if they still make you nervous.
Fear is the best one to go to about nightmares; he fully listens if you want to describe them, and doesn’t press if you don’t.
Disgust
She’s great at standing up for you if you struggle to stand up for yourself. She finds it very easy to take charge and has no problem telling others you’re uncomfortable. “Hey, my kiddo doesn’t like strangers, so you can go ahead and back up.”
And if people aren’t willing to listen? Oh boy, she will rip them a new one. Disgust as insults for days and will leave anyone who messes with you in tears. Then she’ll lead you away and check that you’re alright in a more private location.
She makes sure you always have cool clothes and accessories for every occasion.
She is great at helping you hide your regression when you need to, giving you subtle reminders for behavior and keeping attention off you.
She’s not always good at helping if you just want to cry, but if you want actual reassurance? She is ON IT. She will go over every aspect of your appearance and personality, point out every wonderful trait you possess, and remind you that anyone who can’t see your awesomeness needs their eyes checked.
Anger
He radiates heat, and is wonderful to cuddle with. (Which he complains about a little but actually LOVES.)
He insists that people respect whatever age range you’re in at the moment. “You expect a preschooler to do this?! Come back when they’re older, buddy, we’re building a house right now.”
(He also gets huffy when people treat you too condescendingly for your age range. “Can it with the baby talk, they’re eight years old!”)
Anger will fight someone if they upset you. He will fight multiple someones. Anybody. Everybody. NO ONE gets away with upsetting you.
If you’re the kind of regressor who swears, he DEFINITELY encourages it. It cracks him up whenever you swear around the others and they look shocked.
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