Elegance & Discipline

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fluent in silence.
i bloom within myself, inwardly.

foxeia:

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metamorphesque:

text id: [Five times a day, I make tea. I do this because I like the warmth in my hands, like the feeling of self-directed kindness. I’m not used to it— warmth and kindness, both—so I create my own when I can. ]ALT

Leila Chatti, “Tea”

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raspberrydoves:

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sacred-dwellings:

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elijahslittleprincess:

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ugh this man 😩🫶

pika-memes:

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kitchen-light:

“When I first asked my grandma if I could write and publish about her, she gave me an instruction that has stuck with me over the years and I try to always keep it in mind when I write about family. She said, roughly translated from Korean: “you can write what you want, but let us live a little more beautifully the second time.” I took this as permission with a condition that I would fictionalize where necessary, to protect them and myself. The women I write about are both us and not us. Maintaining that fictionalized barrier is important to me.”

— Jihyun Yun, from “you can write what you want, but let us live a little more beautifully the second time": Jihyun Yun in conversation with Nicole Lachat, published Prairie Schooner, March 9, 2023

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thepaige-turner:

I like taking books places with me even if I don’t read them because there’s a quiet comfort in having them there. In knowing that at any moment I can dive into this other magical space and get lost for awhile. 

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theambitiouswoman:

BOUNDARIES. Examples for when to say NO and when to say YES.


When to say NO:

  1. When you’re already committed to too many tasks and taking on more would be overwhelming.
  2. When you need time for yourself to relax, recharge, or pursue your interests.
  3. When someone invades your personal space or asks intrusive questions.
  4. When someone asks for something that’s beyond your capacity or comfort.
  5. When someone tries to involve you in gossip or negative conversations about others.
  6. When someone uses guilt, threats, or manipulation to pressure you into doing something.
  7. When your generosity is being taken advantage of, and it’s affecting your own needs.
  8. When someone asks you to do something that goes against your values or principles.
  9. When someone borrows money from you without a clear plan for repayment.
  10. When someone consistently disrespects your boundaries or treats you poorly.


When to Say YES:

  1. When a close friend genuinely needs your support and you’re capable of providing it.
  2. When you’re passionate about a cause and want to contribute your time and skills.
  3. When an opportunity arises that aligns with your goals and helps you learn and develop.
  4. When you’re invited to gatherings or events that you genuinely enjoy and benefit from.
  5. When saying “yes” to social or professional opportunities can help you make valuable connections.
  6. When your family members or loved ones need your emotional or practical assistance.
  7. When saying “yes” involves trying something new or acquiring useful skills.
  8. When taking on a new task or responsibility can push you to grow and overcome obstacles.
  9. When saying “yes” to maintaining healthy relationships involves compromise and mutual understanding.
  10. When you’re confident that saying “yes” won’t negatively impact your overall well-being or other important obligations.

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