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Pick a card: Messages from the Divine Feminine within you
The Divine Feminine explained
Consider:
This is a general reading. Take what resonates and leave the rest.
Tarot readings don´t replace professional advice.
English is not my first language.
To choose a pile, ask yourself: What do I need to know from the DF?
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Pile one
Cards: The Devil, 3 of Pentacles, The Chariot, Page of Wands, 9 of Pentacles, 7 of Pentacles.
Power
Pile 1, the DF is asking you to take your power back, to remember how powerful you are and how YOU are the only one who has control over your choices. No one but you has control over your desires, responsibilities, and decisions. There is something that may be trapping you, draining you, or making you feel like you lost your power and have no control over your life. This could be an obsession or addiction, a strong sexual desire, overspending, codependency, unhealthy habits, negative thoughts, an internal or external narrative that you are hanging on, overindulgence, etc. It could be anything that is potentially hindering your spiritual growth and responsibilities. You have to remember now what you came here for and what truly and wholy fulfills you, instead of seeking a quick dopamine hit. You must look at your environment and see where the negative influences are, but you also must see inside yourself and meet your shadow.
You need to know that you are not the victim, that you are not helpless, that you are in fact responsible and FREE, and that you have a lot of power and control on your hands. Get out of your own way now. Accept your darkness, and then redirect your attention to your light. Make good choices by practicing mindfulness. Shadow work is particularly beneficial if you have these struggles. You can ask yourself what's holding you back or why are you running away from your path. When you check in your environment, consciously remove any energy that may be negatively affecting you. Start to be aware of the stories that you tell yourself, but also the ones that you find in your environment, in social media, in the social groups you are in, at work, school or home, within a relationship.  You can also ask yourself: Am I afraid of my creative power? Is that why I give it up or waste it in short-term pleasures? Learn how to discern passion from agression, when to apply each, and when not to.
Connections
Another message from the DF is to seek collaboration and support from others. At this time, your knowledge and experiences are especially valued and recognized when you share and distribute them with others than when you work by yourself, and you'll find better results by combining your capacities with those of others and work together as a team. Each person contributes with their skills to get greater success and more time for you to rest and practice self-care. Don't be afraid to share your work with others if it´s too much to do alone. People will be happy to help you achieve common goals. At first, your progress may seem small, but if you all apply a good organization, planification and work distribution, you will be getting there soon! If you are someone used to working alone, this is the time to try something new.  
Success
You are in your success era, achieving your goals, traveling, moving, learning a lot of new things, going to a bunch of new places. You have to keep trusting your vision, embodying your success, and holding on to the feeling of being capable of reaching your goals, every of them. Love your life, rejoice in victorious/winner energy by looking how far you've come and remembering your endless possibilities! This will have you attracting more and more. It's the time to enjoy your secure, abundant life. Delight in your comfort. See how your abundance benefits your spiritual and personal development and relish. Some of you may be obtaining a higher social status or receiving surprising news. Keep your choices intentional and aware but permit yourself to enjoy comfort, rest, and a relaxing time in nature. Invest your money in yourself, in beauty and pleasure. Allow yourself to eat the fruits of your labor.
Excitement 
You have curiosity and enthusiasm. The energy from this pile is so exciting and youthful. There can be a new opportunity to learn about your path, yourself, or something new that catches your attention. Perhaps you were just going to start a new creative project or try something again but with a different mindset and fewer inhibitions. You could explore a more optimistic attitude. There is also a possibility of a new journey or some sort of spiritual renewal happening. Whatever it is, I hope it's true for every one of you because it sounds amazing, Pile one. There are lots of confirmations that you are on the right path. If you were being restricted by limiting beliefs, or maybe a know-it-all mindset was stopping you from learning new things, this is your sign to start again and to unleash your inner child. Unleash what makes you young and that which has not yet matured in your life. 
song: aguardiente y limón by Kali Uchis. so on point lol
If it's true life is what you make it. All the seeds that I planted will grow, grow, grow, grow, grow, grow. I just want to savor the fruits of my labor.
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Pile two
Cards: The Empress, Justice, Queen of Swords, The Hierophant, King of Cups, Strength.
Divine, royal spirit
The DF is giving you a lot of words of affirmation, Pile two. Your self-awareness is perfect. You have a fair, logical, rational and realistic mind that's perfectly combined with an empathetic, optimistic, intuitive, and emotionally intelligent mind. You are honest AND considerate. Your intuition is HIGH. You help people with your unmatched advice, vast knowledge, unbiased perspectives, and your clever ideas and thoughts. All of your mental abilities are on point. You have an open heart, but not a naive one at all. You know how to discern reality from illusion, and how to get the best of each. It's giving queen/king energy. You are romantizing your life INTELLIGENTLY, with meaning, reason, and intention. You value both internal and external beauty. You are your own empire, your own sacred temple, your own altar. If you are not already embodying this energy you need to start ASAP. This is such a powerful pile. You are truly embodying your Divine Feminine energy: creative, kind, intuitive, emotionally intelligent, dedicated, beautiful, loving, mindful, balanced, empowering, respectful, wholesomely feminine. You are an example of feminine integrity. If you have been shamed for your feminine power, for your sexuality, for your mystery, for your magic or any aspect of your femininity completely disregard it. Keep embracing the feminine arts. You are learning to be emotionally vulnerable when is proper, and how to express your emotions with self-respect. You understand others's emotions and you know the importance of emotional health. You support others´s in their emotional expression. At the same time, you value facts and evidence. You are an independent thinker. You are sincere. You are real. You are connected to your cycle and those of life and nature. You are connected to the invisible, you are one step forward. You may trigger some people with your truth, but you need to know that you are doing the right thing. You are speaking facts people need to hear. You are taking care of your health, your appearance, your community, you are blooming. You are a legacy, you are ROYALTY. You recognize the worth in yourself and others. If you don't feel like this, unless you chose the wrong Pile, the DF is trying to tell you that you have the potential to be all of it. Follow your feminine wisdom. There is a lot of abundance coming towards you and you deserve it all. If this is what you want, you are attracting someone who matches your energy, your divine counterpart. You are magnetic to all blessings. You are blessed.
Strength
You have the capacity to use your mind in your favor, to focus on what you desire, to give energy to what you want to grow in your life, and to be patient with yourself and what you do. Your high determination and control over your thoughts will take you far, and you'll attract what you want if you keep yourself calm and collected. You need to be aware of your thoughts, habits, and beliefs and take conscious control, but just surrender to the rest. Don't forget to be compassionate towards yourself and others. Keep reminding yourself of your inner power and capacity. Carry on having the control over your impulses and you'll attract all the solutions that you need. You are strong! 
Ritual
With The Hierophant card, your DF messages are about ritual, tradition, religion, and family. You could connect or reconnect to your traditions, start or continue practicing your rituals, and strengthen your faith. If you belong to a religion or a religious practice, it will be beneficial to attend its ceremonies, social events, and to visit temples/churches. You could also benefit from praying, giving offerings, reading sacred scriptures/books, whatever you resonate with. If you don't belong to a religion but you recently became interested in doing so, this could be a sign to do it. If you don't belong to any, and not interested in religion, this is just that rituals/ritualization of what you do is beneficial for you at this time. You could start a new ritual/tradition that will help you feel more connected to yourself and the DF. For some of you, you could reconnect to your family, a parent, someone familiar, or find a new meaning to the concept of "family". Marriages are possible too. There is someone with high morals, great wisdom, someone who answers questions or gives advice, a teacher, a family-oriented person who values tradition, a serious person with their priorities in order. Whether is you or someone in your life, this energy will be favourable for your spiritual growth. Try new things, find new patterns, reevaluate your beliefs.
song: The Girl With A Tattoo enter.lewd by Miguel
Those innocent eyes. That smile on your face. Makes it easy to trust you.
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Pile three
Cards: The Devil, Page of Cups, 5 of Wands, Queen of Pentacles, 3 of Cups
Creative new start
The energy of this pile is very similar to Pile 1. Something is holding you back, but in this pile it´s more of an emotional problem. Your DF message suggests that the thing that's holding you back has a lot to do with how you emotionally respond to situations and how you deal with lower passions, temptation, dark thoughts. For some of you, it's your own emotional baggage and negative self talk that's hindering your creativity and growth. For others is a relationship. For maybe a small portion of you, it's a drinking or addiction problem rooted in emotional disorders, escapism, and avoidance. Know that choosing to let go and break free from these habits will give you a fresh start emotionally and creatively, and you are able to choose. When you do, new doors will open for you, and you'll have the possibility to fulfill your dreams and satisfy your emotional needs in more healthy and creative ways. You may also find a way to channel your darkness/shadow in creative ways that will bring more light as a result, or maybe you recently started doing that, and that is your message. In the first pile, there was some possible new spiritual journey or learning path. Here it's more about your creativity, relationships, and emotions. Express yourself, seek love and support, let things flow and unapologetically open your heart. Stop taking yourself and life very seriously. Be more silly is what your DF is saying lol. Your dreams may be getting prophetic too or you are seeing a lot of signs from the Universe. Good news from family, like a marriage, or family getting bigger.
Resolution
If you were looking for a conflict resolution, this is a confirmation that it's coming. Your DF suggests to have a healthy approach to the conflict, put your ego aside and listen to others without competing for who is in the right. There may be different opinions, conflicting thoughts/feelings or people trying to push their own agenda, even someone willing to manipulate or deceive others. A lot of egos fighting and trying to impose themselves. You just need to be empathetic and compassionate, use your intuition, and don´t judge anyone personally. Be brave. Listen and consider all different points of view and encourage the rest to do the same. Don´t be afraid to say what you think. Be aware of selfishness and apathy and don´t tolerate it. This could also be a sign that you'll have to face conflict soon, and you need to be cautious with how you handle the situation. If you handle conflict with acceptance and compassion, you will definitely gain new and favorable connections, collaboration, and material success. You may also get a lot of recognition for how you handle conflict and for your ability to relate to different people with a variety of backgrounds, knowledge, and talents. 
Prosperity 
You may be a practical person and that´s why you like to show affection and love in practical ways. I see you being a homemaker, enjoying cooking and cleaning, creating your business, baking, creating a nice environment, tending to people, and bringing pleasure into the mundane. You are a self-sufficient person with endless energy and dedication. If you don't already, you'll have extra money to share and spoil yourself and your loved ones soon. Prosperity and material success are coming for you. You have everything you need to be successful and independent. You are worthy of everything in the material world. Make the best of your material world. Your needs and those of your family are taken care of. Don´t be afraid of receiving/making money and living a comfortable life. Make the best out of your prosperity and all the opportunities that you have to be prosperous.
Unconditional support
You probably have a nice and loving group of friends, Pile 3. Friendships and social connections are so important for you at this moment, especially female ones. You are giving and receiving a lot of love and support from people. You are being invited to visit new places, hang out, attend parties and events. Say yes to all you desire without feeling guilty. Celebrate without having a big motive. Your ability to socialize is high, and you'll be receiving multiple friendly offerings. You could join a joyful creative group or receive support for your creative ideas. If you keep your creativity a secret, this may be the sign to share it with others and find other creative people who can inspire and encourage you. This is mutual and reciprocal energy. Appreciate your female friends, celebrate the friendships in your life and keep back and forth communication between you and them. Give them your time and let them give you theirs. This will strengthen your connection with your DF.  
song: Material Girl by Madonna.
Experience has made me rich. And now they´re after me.
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dontyouworrydaddy · 8 months
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May I request TF 141 boys and Konig meeting a new recruit who used to be a ballerina / professional athlete and that means she's super flexible, agile and acrobatic? Thank you very much. 😊
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𝒜𝓁𝓁 𝓉𝒽𝑒 𝑔𝑜𝑜𝒹 𝓉𝒽𝒾𝓃𝑔𝓈
Task Force 141 (+König) + fem! reader
Hey! Thank you so much for the request! I totally enjoyed writing this and I hope you like this!
P.S: I know that König isn’t in the Task Force but I decided to write them all together 😅 Love you!🩷
READERS CALLSIGN IS BLACK SWAN (iykyk) 🤞🏻💐🤭😽
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As the boys discussed the intricacies of their upcoming operation, the door swung open, revealing a new presence in the room. You entered with a quiet grace, your movements fluid and deliberate. Your eyes held a quiet intensity as they swept over the team, and though they had faced countless adversaries, the members of the Task Force 141 couldn't help but feel a ripple of curiosity at your arrival.
Price cleared his throat, addressing the team. "Gentlemen, allow me to introduce our new recruit. Codenamed Black Swan. She comes to us from a background that may be a benefit for out upcoming mission."
The team exchanged glances, intrigued by the enigmatic newcomer. You gave a respectful nod, your voice carrying an air of quiet determination as you spoke. "It's an honor to join you guys. My background is a bit different from the norm. I used to be a professional athlete, specializing in ballet and acrobatics."
Gaz raised an eyebrow, his skepticism evident. "Ballet and acrobatics? How does that fit into our line of work?" You offered a small smile, the corners of your lips twitching upwards. "Flexibility, agility, and precision are vital in both ballet and combat. My training has given me an edge in navigating tight spaces, executing swift maneuvers, and maintaining a level of grace even in the most demanding situations. And it’s very easy for me to read people and their next moves."
Ghost leaned forward, his curiosity piqued. "Show us what you've got, then. I don’t know how a professional athlete is going to help us any further in this mission."
With a nod, you stepped away from the table and moved to an open area of the room. The team watched as you began to move with a fluidity that defied gravity. Your body twisted, turned, and contorted with a breathtaking grace that left the room hushed.
With a leap, you executed a flawless spin mid-air, landing with a soft thud on the ground. Your movements exuded an almost ethereal elegance, and yet beneath that delicate exterior was a fierce strength and an unyielding determination.
Soap's eyes widened, a mixture of amazement and admiration filling his expression. "I've seen a lot in my time, but I've never seen someone move like that."
König, usually a man of few words, chimed in. "I would like to know how this is going to help us…"
Price nodded "Since we need someone flexible to pass through the thin entries, I contacted Black Swan for this mission. She dances her way away from the bullets and the mess. This would be more than a success for us."
With a focused expression, you watched the boys and it looks like you still didn’t catch them. So you decided to show them how fast and flexible you are. In a swift motion you slide under the desk and within a second you collected ghost‘s and soap‘s knifes. This of course left them speechless. Not even the famous and merciless ghost had anything to say. As you hand them back the knifes and make your way back to Price.
Ghost was the first to break the silence. "Okay. Your abilities could give us a serious advantage in the field."
Gaz's skepticism had transformed into respect. "I'm impressed. You've got skills that I never even considered."
Soap grinned, his eyes alight with newfound excitement. "Imagine the possibilities on the battlefield. You could get into places none of us could reach."
Price's voice held a hint of pride. "Welcome to the Task Force 141, Black Swan. You've shown us a unique set of skills that could prove invaluable."
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missmaywemeetagain · 9 months
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Graceland, 1972
“What are we going to do with all these scarves?”
There are just so many of them. You had no idea just how many Elvis had amassed in the past few years. Scarves in every color of the rainbow, some solid, some patterned, some short, some long. A veritable smorgasbord of silk. No wonder his closet was bursting at the seams.
You lean in, drawing in the distinctly spicy scent of him locked into the soft fabric, running your fingers through them hanging in his large closet.
“Oh, I can think of a few things we could do, darlin’,” he breathes in your ear, voice smooth and buttery as he wraps his arms around you from behind. Pulling you into him, you feel the roaring heat of him against your back, blazing through you, stoking warmth low in your belly.
“E, we’re supposed to be cleaning things out and here you are being distracting,” you attempt to scold him, but it comes out as a breathy sigh instead. He nuzzles into your neck, his pillowy lips lighting fires across your skin. A tiny gasp falls from your lips, turning into a hum when he flattens a palm over your hip—a gentle press backwards that he meets with his pelvis.
“What about Nicky?” you whisper, your hand reaching up to graze Elvis’ jaw and your body responding in an almost Pavlovian way to his touch.
Finding time for intimacy with a two-year-old toddling around could be challenging to say the least. It had certainly been an adjustment when your family grew suddenly last year, though you both always made a conscious effort to make time for each other in that way. It was nearly impossible not to. You both had so much lost time to make up for and it showed in your private (and sometimes public) moments.
“Oh, he’s fine,” he reassures you, flitting his fingers down the side of your body. “He’s outside with Patsy and Dodger and the other kids. Nothin’ to worry about. Just you and lil’ ol’ me, up here all alone.” His lip slowly quirks up into a salacious grin.
His free hand pulls one of the scarves—a fiery red one with bold, black trim—off its hanger.
Your heart flutters. This scarf sticks out in your memory because there was one time at the International when he’d worn it after a show and looked so outrageously handsome, so haughtily debonair, you’d nearly come apart just from staring at him. And if memory serves, you came apart many times that night, after all was said and done. The thought melts through you, stoking the embers in your belly.
Elvis quite deftly winds the silk over your eyes. Robbed of your sight, your lips fall open, and you are only able to get out a hushed, “What are—?” before he shushes you. His warm breath tickles the shell of your ear and sends a cascade of shivers down your spine.
There’s a grin evident in his tone when you attempt to remove the scarf that has suddenly darkened your world. “Nuh uh, no touching,” he tsks, playfully slapping at your hand.
With your sight gone, your other senses begin to go on high alert. Heat is coming off him in waves. Having showered not long ago, your nose is filled with his clean scent of Neutrogena soap and Brut cologne, but there is a sudden muskiness on his breath that unlocks something deeply primal inside you.
It sends you squirming in his arms, and you are desperate to feel his skin against yours.
Instead, he clamps his arm around yours from behind, effectively trapping you against him. “What a naughty lil’ girl,” he growls. “I guess you need some help followin’ instructions, don’tcha?”
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Heyy :D
(Edit: I’M SO SORRY I WROTE DOWN SO MUCH 😰)
Of course you can ignore this message, I just have a question and I don’t know who else I could ask this so…
It’s not necessarily a question about autism, but as far as I know it somehow has something to do with it, my question is about this stimming thingie :)
I always did many thing for stimming (for example rocking (💜), leg wiggle, fidgeting around with things and unconsciously destroying them, rubbing my arms and hands and many, MANY more things.
Then I started researching stuff and found out that what I’m doing is… well yeah… stimming. But now when I do one of these things and I notice that I’m doing it, it just feels weird and fake and I don’t know anymore if i do it on purpose or not, if i should stop or… yeah stuff like that.
It’s just that I read everywhere on social media that many people feel this way and tbh I don’t know where I wanted to go with this question…
Can you say something about it maybe?
Aaaand a bonus question:
Tbh I think it’s possible that I have asd, I researched a lot and there are just so many things I relate to and it would explain SO SO much. Also, some of my friends know pretty much about all this stuff and said it could be possible as well. I don’t want to self- diagnose myself, but every time I want to talk with my parents about it, they get a liiiiittle mad and I don’t know how to reach a professional… do you probably have any advice?
(Sorry, It’s just that when I scrolled through your posts it felt right to ask you… I don’t really have anyone around me that I can talk freely about this stuff)
And thank you if you answer this… essay 💞💞💞✨
You and your posts are so cool and I love scrolling through them 💜
Greetings, anon! ✨️
To the first part of your ask:
Stimming is a completely normal human behaviour. Every human stims. There is nothing wrong with doing it. Period.
Autistic people just need it a lot more frequently to process information & to balance emotions.
If you enjoy stimming & it regulates you, that's awesome & you should definitely continue. As long as you're not hurting yourself OR someone else with it, why should you suppress it?
Suppressing stimming will only harm your mental health. I speak from experience here.
Just don't.
A second thing I want to address is
Imposter syndrome regarding autism:
Being aware of symptoms & noticing the exhibition of autistic behaviours can lead to one feeling they're faking autism.
'What if I fake being autistic? What if I am making this up?"
That's your sweet, juicy imposter syndrome.
Consider this: you got a lot of information about yourself (possibly). Naturally, you'll see yourself from the autistic lense because you have more insight.
You don't have to self-diagnose if you don't want to, but a well-founded self-diagnosis is valid to the majority of the autistic community (including me). Even if it turns out you're not autistic - there's no harm in trying to understand & help yourself.
You can also try to treat yourself as if you were an autistic person & see if that benefits you: try out noise-cancelling headphones, fidgets, ... there are so many accommodations you can try out without a formal diagnosis.
Parents can be hard to face when it comes to disabilities like autism & I can't give good advice here since my dad accepts me with all of my quirks.
You're welcome in the autistic community if you want to be part of it. 💜
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elisysd · 5 months
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37. Should I give up or should I just keep chasing pavements?
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Masterlist - Previously -Next
Chapter soundtrack: Chasing Pavements - Adele
He had begged Christian with all he had to not say anything, to make him think he had misunderstood what Ethan had unintentionally revealed. He would have groveled at his feet if needed but he managed to persuade Christian to keep it to himself.
“I don’t like that, Ethan.”
“It won’t change anything, Christian! Unless something big happens, Kyle will be world champion and Ludwig P2. You won, so what does it change if Julia works or not with her dad? Actually, think of how it could benefit you! Now you know that whatever upgrades Ferrari is bringing, Julia worked on them. You can see by yourself how an amazing asset she will be to the team!”
“You’re a clever man, Ethan. Really clever. I like how you think. And you have a deal. Give me her phone number, I’ll give her a call tomorrow but in the meanwhile, I’ll have our team in the factory drafting her proposal.”
“Thank you Christian. For everything.”
“She hasn’t accepted, yet. I’ll try my best to have her but nothing is signed.”
“So you really want her?”
“I want to win. She is talented. I want to only work with the best so I’m going to do my best to have her and I won’t settle for a no.”
Julia was about to sleep when her phone rang. She expected to see Ethan’s name show up but was thrown aback when she saw an unknown number on the screen. She let it ring. She was a bit mad to not have been able to reach Ethan despite trying multiple times. She had sent him a text as soon as the race was over but barely got a thank you back. He had ended up, three hours after the end of the race, telling her that he was busy and would call her on his way to Brazil the next day. It was not helping Julia as she was supposed to meet with the woman in charge of decorating the vineyard for the wedding with her mom but she would try to fit the call in her hectic schedule. But when her phone rang a second time with the same number, she got curious and picked it up.
“Hello? Julia Leclerc here, who is it?”
“Julia, hello, Christian Horner here.”
“Chris… Christian? To what do I owe the pleasure?”
“I know that you are looking for a new job in F1 and I have an opening in the team, I was wondering if it is something that would interest you.”
She didn’t know what to say, it was probably the last thing she expected to hear.
“I… I mean, it’s very nice but I’m still contractually attached to Skoda…”
“2 millions.”
“Two what?” she couldn’t help but gasp. It was more than ten times what she was worth to Skoda.
“You would work in a direct relationship with our factory. Not only working on the development of the car but also on the conceptualisation of the next one. You would have a whole team under you. How does that sound.”
“I… I mean… why? I’m really flattered but… I don’t have experience….”
“Because Skoda never gave it to you but I know how to recognise talent and potential when I see it, and you miss Leclerc you are a diamond that needs to be polished.”
“I… I don't know what to say…”
“You would have your own car, we will take care of the accommodation, of course you would be needed on the tracks during race weekends. You would be closely working with Maserati as well. It’s going to be a lot of work, I won’t lie. A lot of hours but it’s also a professional challenge that I wouldn’t offer to anyone. You would be dedicating your life to the team.”
“I’m flattered to be considered, don’t get me wrong but… gosh it’s a lot. I don’t know if I’m up to the task.”
“I understand. I don’t need an answer straight away. I’ll give you the summer break but I’ll need to know by September.”
When she hung up, she let out a huge sigh that she was not aware she was holding back. Ferrari was her dream, her dad, the ultimate goal, all that she had ever done in her life was to end up at Ferrari. In her head it was out of the question to go anywhere else. She had always made decisions with her heart. Like her dad. Sure it cost her to miss some nice opportunities in the past but she had never regretted them, because she knew why and where they came from. But her own team, building her own car or at least participating in it? That was another dream of her, one she always thought she would achieve at Ferrari once she would have proven herself. But now Christian was offering everything she was dreaming of on a silver plate. But it wasn’t for Ferrari. That night she didn’t sleep very well.
It was the first thing she told her mom when she woke up the next day and if Lyanna was not already sitting, she would have fallen on the floor.
“Julia… That’s…”
“Unexpected? Incredible? Frightening? Exciting? Weird? Yeah, I know. I’m freaking out.”
“What are you going to do?”
“I… I don’t know…”
“But you are considering it, right?” Lyanna asked.
“I mean… I have to. It’s probably an opportunity that comes once in a lifetime. For someone like me, I mean.”
“You deserve it, Ju’. It’s just weird… Christian never does things out of kindness; he always has a hidden agenda. I don’t say that he doesn’t think you are the right choice and you wouldn’t be able to do it. But you barely have experience, you never proved what you could do with a car that he would be aware of…”
“That’s what I don’t understand. Why me?”
“Don’t you think Ethan could have pleaded your case?”
Julia would be lying if the thought didn’t cross her mind. After all, Ethan once promised to help her get out of her situation in Skoda back then but as he had never really talked about it with her, she thought he had moved on. But maybe she was wrong after all. She hoped he had not intervened. It was bad enough that she was thinking she would get in Ferrari because of her dad. If she were to accept the job in Lamborghini it would be because of her boyfriend. When would she finally have something that she deserves?
“I hope he didn’t…” she confessed.
“I hope so too.” her mom replied.
She would have liked to ask him if only she could get a hold of him. She really had, once again, the feeling he was ignoring her. No matter her texts or calls, they were left unanswered. And she knew he was not very busy, he was laughing in Ludwig's stories. She ended up giving up. She was tired of going after him and to answer him in seconds when he was calling her. It was about time he put on some work in their communications attempts.
It took days before he finally texted her, being unusually elusive when she told him she had something to announce. When she finally was able to reach out to him, it was only for him to tell her that he would probably need to cut short the call as he had a dinner to attend to with Chloe.
“I won’t be long then. I received a weird phone call a few days ago. You wouldn’t happen to know what it was about, right?”
“Why would I?” he replied, defensively.
“I don’t know? Maybe because he's Christian and that he offered me a job in Lamborghini. And not just any job. It’s big, Ethan.”
When she heard the long silence on the other side of the line, she knew he was already aware. She clenched her jaw and tried to contain a sigh.
“I’m going to ask you an answer and I want the truth. Did you or did you not ask Christian to offer me a position?”
“Julia…”
“It’s yes or no.”
“Yes, but…”
“How could you?” she said in a laconic voice. She was not mad at him, in a way she expected it and she didn’t know if it was something good or bad.
“I just wanted to help. I meant it when I said that you were talented and that you were wasting it away back then. I just talked to Christian, asked him to offer you something. I didn’t know it was going to be that type of position, I swear. It’s all you.”
“So you do know everything…Was it the reason why you avoided me lately?”
Another pause but if she closed her eyes it’s almost as if she could picture him trying to find a way out of the situation.
“Partly. I didn’t want to have to lie to you or I didn’t want you to get mad at me if I was telling you that I knew about the proposal. I needed time to think about the situation. And…”
“I’m not mad, Ethan. I just wish you would have told me. I wish you would talk to me more often… I feel you are distancing yourself from me and I don’t know why. What did I do?”
“It’s not you. It’s all me.” he tried to reassure her.
“That’s a very cliche line to use…”
“I heard you on the phone in Buenos Aires. Congratulations Martin. I was on my way to say congrats to your dad and I heard you…”he finally confessed.
“Ethan…. not again.”
“I know! Believe me, I know. It’s just… I can’t help it, okay? He makes you laugh, he makes you smile, he would be the perfect son-in-law. He is every moms’ dream. And me? I ignore you, I know I make you cry, I can be an ass when I want. I’m not perfect and I try to be the best for you because you deserve it, but… no matter how hard I try to change, the old me always comes back. I just want to make you happy but sometimes I wonder if you wouldn’t be happier without me.”
It was her turn now to be completely speechless. She had guessed that sometimes Ethan was doubting himself, that under that pile of arrogance there was an insecure guy that was trying to hide it by showing that he was better than everyone. But by now, she knew him better than that. She knew how hard it was for him to always get compared to his dad, she knew the pressure he was under. Pressured by the media, his team and most of all, himself. He wanted to be remembered for who he was not for who his dad was.
“You make me happy. But lately, I felt so alone in this relationship. I want to be there for you and I want us to talk about these things and find solutions together. But I can’t do that if you don’t talk to me and if you shut me out. I’m trying to work on myself to be more open to you, I know I’m not perfect either, but if I do something that hurts you, I need you to tell me.”
“I’m trying, Julia. I swear I do.”
But he didn’t tell her that he was not trying too hard because deep down, a part of him believed that this relationship wouldn’t work out, no matter how much they would try. And he was fighting this little voice every day. He loved her, why wasn’t it enough. He wanted the first part of the season to be over. He wanted to go home to her, to have her in his arms so he could control the situation. Not having her near was driving him crazy. He hoped that all his doubts and interrogations would be cleared once home. And he hoped that confessing to her would make their relationship stronger.
He ended up hanging up and Julia couldn’t help but have a bitter feeling about the conversation. She could see how the lack of communication was starting to be a major problem but despite how much she wanted it to work, she was starting to get tired of it. How could she feel so close to someone and at the same time so far away? She needed to see him, she needed to feel him. So, in a desperate attempt to try to find a solution she booked an impromptu flight to Canada. She wanted to surprise him and maybe they could have a real and deep talk about the situation.
Her eyes wandered on her desk to find Ethan’s flat keys. She played with them for a while, contemplating the idea of going there to work a little. She needed a little space to think. Think about Christian’s offer, think about her future at Ferrari, think about her relationship, think about herself for once. She packed a bag with a few things and told her mom she would be away for a few days. Seeing how her daughter was conflicted, Lyanna didn’t try to reason with her.
When she arrived, it was cold and dark. She started with opening the shutters and the window and unpacked the groceries she had picked up on the way. She rummaged a little through his cupboards to find them mostly empty. She knew he was barely there and didn’t see the point of making the flat feel homely. She went to his bedroom and went through his drawers. She didn’t know what she was searching for, even if she was searching for something. She just wanted to feel him, somehow. As if his place would give her an indication of what he wanted from her. She went to his bedside and opened the drawer to find a frame. Turning it she almost dropped it. It was a bigger picture and with a higher quality of the picture of her and Louis in the karting competition they had gone to, the very first time they went out with both families.
Looking at it she knew she had made the right decision to follow her heart and to give them a chance. Something beautiful between them was there, under the surface, if they managed to break it she knew deep down that it would become the greatest thing in her life. But they still had a long way to go.
She stayed at his place until the Sunday race, comfortably sitting on the sofa. But unfortunately the race went short for Ethan that had to DNF during the formation lap after his team detected a failure on his engine. Julia didn’t even watch the race, spending the two hours on the phone with him, trying to find the words to console him.
“I want the summer break to be there already. I’m tired, I’m sick of hearing what people are saying. I’m not dumb, I see the look on their faces. They don’t have to say anything, I know they are thinking about my dad. Do you know what I heard a journalist telling someone in the paddock? That Maserati was thinking of not renewing my contract. That’s bullshit but I’m tired of the false rumors and I’m tired of feeling alone. I want someone to have my back for once.”
“I have your back.” she said.
“No offense Julia, but I meant someone that matters.” hearing her silence he was quick to add, “Someone that matters in the sport, I meant. You matter but it’s different.”
“In every season there are ups and downs. You hit a down after a few races but I’m sure you’ll come back stronger after the break.”
“Only two races and then it’s your parents' wedding. I thought about something…”
“Dangerous.”
“Shut up. Kyle is taking Romy to the Maldives, it’s a surprise don’t say anything, that means I don’t have any other plans. Would you like to go somewhere? Anywhere, I don’t care as long as it’s with you.”
“Ethan Verstappen, is that an attempt at romanticism?” she joked.
“Haha. Very funny. What do you think?”
“I think it would do me some good. I think I need it, too.” she confessed.
“Did you think about Lamborghini’s proposal?”
“I did, yes. And I'm just as lost and confused. I don’t know what to do… This job is my dream, this is everything I worked so hard for, all my life. But it’s not for the team I want. It would be like betraying my dad if I was accepting.”
“I’m going to play the devil’s advocate here. Do you think your dad would give you such a position in the next three to five years if you were working there?”
Julia knew the answer. Her dad had always been a firm believer of ‘if you work and prove yourself hard enough, things will go your way’. She knew that she would eventually have the same kind of position in the team, but not as fast as what she could have if she was saying yes to Lamborghini.
“I’m not stupid, I know that I can’t dream of something better than what Christian is offering. I’m not naive.”
“I know your love for Ferrari and I respect it but… close your eyes and imagine that: you, building the fastest car of the grid and me in that car. We could be world champions, Julia. Together. I don’t think Ferrari has what it takes to fight for the title. Not next year and probably not the year after. So yeah, sure you get to work with your dad, but in Lamborghini you would work with the best of the best. You would fit so well. And you would be working on both Maserati and Lambo cars.”
“Sounds like a very good dream.”
“With a very nice paycheck as well.”
“You are messing with my head.”
“At the end of the day, I want you to be somewhere where you feel like your skills are valued. I want to see you thrive. If you think you’ll fit better at Ferrari, I’ll support you. But blue would be a very nice color on you.”
“So, you won’t get mad if I end up choosing my dad. “
“I won’t.”
“Even if it means I’ll get to work closely with Martin?”
“Don’t push it.”
“I’m serious though. If I end up choosing Ferrari, I need to know that you’ll still trust me and that you won’t throw a tantrum every time I’ll be near him. Because it will inevitably happen.”
“Do I hate the idea? Absolutely. Do I trust you with him? I do. But don’t ask me to trust him, I won’t.”
“I can survive knowing you trust me.”
The next week was spent in a blur for Julia. Her mom had to fly to Los Angeles for a few meetings, leaving her in charge of the house, her brother, working on what areas they could try to improve on with her dad and still making arrangements for the wedding. She had so much things going on that she didn’t have time to call Ethan. She was running on her third coffee of the morning after spending a night dreaming on what it would be like to move to England and work in the Lamborghini’s factory with the team, maybe even crossing paths with Kyle or Ludwig at the coffee machine. It had been a really sweet dream, when her dad rang her for their weekly meeting about the car.
They spent the hour talking about the data until Charles caught Julia daydreaming.
“Ju’, are you still with me?”
“Uh? Yeah… Sorry, I was elsewhere. I’m listening.”
Charles stopped sharing his screen and stared at her.
“Did your mom finish driving you crazy with the wedding?”
“Actually, it’s almost done. Most of the things are booked. The venue, the hotel, the orchestra and the catering. Now it’s just details but mom handles most of them. I’ll have the bridesmaids fitting the day after tomorrow.  I can’t wait.”
“So, if it’s not that, what’s wrong?”
Julia bit down on her pencil, trying to find the right way to tell her dad about the opportunity from Lamborghini.
“I… I’ve been approached by a team to work with them.”
“You wouldn’t tell me if you were not seriously considering it.” he said after a pause.
“It’s Lamborghini. And it’s a pretty big contract.”
“Of course it is… Christian when I’ll catch you…” Charles mumbled.
“I didn’t want to hide it from you and risk him saying anything to you and learning it that way.”
“I want you to work with me, Julia. That’s always all I’ve ever wanted. Not only because you are my daughter but because you have the mindset to work for Ferrari. You know the history, you know the challenges, you know the teamspirit. You fit there. I’ve always imagined you next to me on the pitwall.”
“You want me to be a race engineer?” she asked, surprised. She had never thought that it would be something that she could be qualified for.
“I wanted you to work in the engineering department first but always thought that you would be much more useful on that wall. The way you see the races and analyze them… you have what it takes. I wanted you to work on the next car and his upgrades as a junior engineer. For two or three years, just so you can still learn how the factory works and our process. I thought you could participate in the after races debriefs and the setups meetings. And then, when you would be comfortable with all of that, I would have asked you to move to the pitwall. As race engineers. I thought Martin could use your patience and calm, he is a little reckless sometimes. I was going to give you a contract by the end of october, so you could officially start straight away. I’m already negotiating with Skoda to buy back your contract with them. So, now you know. The question is, did Christian offer you better than that?”
It confused Julia even more than she already was. Her, being a race engineer in the future? That was totally different from what she had always imagined. It was a challenge, it would force her to come out of her shell, she would get the attention for sure. She could recognise her dad in this. How he always pushed her hard to go beyond her limits. Christian was offering her stability, something she knew she would thrive in. Her dad was offering her a challenge, something out of her comfort zone. And she didn’t know what to choose.
“Would you hate me, if I wasn’t choosing Ferrari?”
“Of course not. I would be disappointed, of course. But I want you to be happy. I don’t want you to make a decision based on how I would react, Ju’. I want you to think of you. Choose what will make you the happiest. Don’t worry about me.”
She nodded before changing the subject.
“Could you maybe arrange me a paddock pass for Montreal? I want to surprise Ethan… I miss him.”
“You don’t even have to ask. You know I always have one ready for you.”
It’s with a smile that she ended the call, her heart and her mind less heavy. She couldn’t wait to go to Canada even more after the Mexican GP results that had once again been an occasion to celebrate for Ferrari after a beautiful podium for Elijah. Ethan had a nice race managing a nice P6 that gave him a little smile after the last few ones that had taken a toll on him. And Julia couldn’t wait to go to Canada to surprise him. She hoped that they would finally be able to talk things through and to spend some quality time together. That’s all she wanted and all she needed.
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Author's note: So Julia decided to go to Canada! How do you think it will go? Will Ethan be happy to see her or mad? And she has a pretty big dilemma ahead... What would you do if you were in her shoes? What do you think will happen next? Let me know your theories, I love to read them.
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likeabxrdinflight · 2 years
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I want to, somewhat out of nowhere, discuss why I think some of the mental health/neurodivergence awareness posts that have taken off, especially on tiktok and instagram, can be...a bit troubling to me. And it's not because it isn't important to talk about mental health or to discuss ways in which developmental disorders impact people- it's not that. and it's definitely not wrong to encourage people who might be struggling to seek out care, community, and if possible/helpful, professional diagnosis.
but what is concerning is that a lot of these posts paint with...very broad brushes.
for example, I am not autistic. I have never been autistic, I am never going to be autistic. and I know this because, frankly, I have access to professional autism screening tools, I have diagnosed autism before, I know how this process works. and in the process of learning how to use these screening tools, I did what basically every psych in training does- I practiced them on my classmates, and they practiced on me. for self-report forms, I filled them out myself to learn how to score them. I know damn well that I do not reach diagnostic criteria for autism, I never have, I never will.
but if I was getting all my information from doctor tiktok? I might think it was more of a possibility. because you go on tiktok and you click on videos like "signs you have undiagnosed autism" and it gives you things like "anxiety at school" "don't like itchy tags" "exhaustion after social interactions", etc. very generic experiences that yes, could be affected by/a sign of autism, but are also things a lot of people without autism also experience.
as well, the thing that people pay lip service to but no one seems to actually understand, is that autism is a spectrum. and if we consider something a spectrum, we have to assume there is a middle ground between "definitely not autistic" and "very obviously autistic". most humans fall in this middle ground. which means most people are going to, at some times, display some autistic traits. I guarantee you if I gave every person on the face of the planet a standardized autism screener, not one person would score a perfect zero. that just does not happen.
I'm seeing the same thing happening now with trauma. everything under the sun is a trauma response now, apparently, with absolutely no lip service being paid to the fact that a lot of things that can be symptoms of and/or related to trauma, are not, by themselves, actual definite indicators of trauma. again, for some reason social anxiety comes up a lot. as if social anxiety disorder isn't a whole diagnosis by itself that is very definitely not always linked to a specific trauma!!!
and on that note it's also very troubling how attachment theory is taking off at an alarming pace, as if it is the end all be all of understanding trauma. holy hell people, I like attachment theory, I use it with patients all the time when it's relevant, but I know damn well it is an imperfect theory developed in the mid-20th century using now outdated methods of considering family life. attachment theory does not consider attachment to fathers/father figures, was deeply heteronormative, both idealizes and demonizes mothers simultaneously, and absolutely fails to consider how attachment systems might get disrupted later in life by peers and other significant figures. it's also a categorical theory which has inherent problems by itself. we are not always a perfect embodiment of one of the four attachment types, and dimensional measures of attachment show this pretty clearly. it's not a perfect theory, and you cannot possibly try to explain every single mental health system under the sun in relation to it. not everything is attachment trauma, s t o p.
anyways, these are just a few examples. but the point is, stop trying to play psychologist on tiktok. there is a reason it takes 5-7 years on average to get a damn PhD. I understand there's benefits to making mental health information accessible, and in general I'm in favor of that, but please. consider some information shouldn't be consumed in short form video content or in three slides on instagram. it is perfectly well and good to talk about your own experiences with a given diagnosis or condition, but the problem starts when you think that makes you an expert on diagnosing everyone else, when you think your experiences can generalize to others, and when you think that gives you permission to "educate" people on theories and ideas that you've not actually studied in any real depth. and it's especially troubling when it's obvious that this stuff is trendy right now, and you're a content creator who wants clicks and views.
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For a few years i really genuinely believed I was a DID system. I have the trauma, some of the symptoms etc but after a year in college I got diagnosed with DPDR.
I rlly felt like my symptoms were real bit bc of the different diagnosis i tried to forget about system things. I didn't see myself as a faker, I genuinely felt the symptoms, but they all just kind of went away the less i paid attention to it
Now a year later i made a new friend who happened to be a system and now its making my brain feel all weird. Like some of the system feelings come back. I know that isn't how disorders work and its really bothering me how Im so easily influenced by suggestion.
I really dont want to be a system because nobody wants such a heartbreaking disorder, but it feels so weird having the voices and feelings come back again and I wish it would go away
Hi anon,
First of all please know that you're not alone, and it's okay to question whether or not you're a system. Your experiences are valid.
While it's possible that DPDR could be explaining the symptoms you attribute to DID, a DPDR diagnosis doesn't necessarily mean you don't also have DID. Many systems experience dissociation consistent with derealization and depersonalization.
I also just want to say that while being a system can definitely be heartbreaking, there are also moments of laughter, joy, and unity that are unique to being a system. Having DID or OSDD is predicated on trauma, but that doesn't necessarily mean that being a system is a totally horrible experience. Somewhere here on Tumblr I once saw a post saying that if you believe it would be better to be a system, then you likely are a system because singlets would not benefit from it.
I can understand wanting the voices and feelings to go away because experiencing that might make your life feel more overwhelming and disorienting. But it's also important to consider that it may not be healthy to try and suppress these symptoms, whatever they might be a part of. Allowing these voices and feelings to come and go may give you the opportunity to analyze where these voices and feelings are coming from and what they may be communicating.
It's worth considering that being around your friend may potentially serve as an opportunity for your system to feel comfortable expressing themselves, knowing that they don't have to conceal symptoms in the presence of someone who understands.
As a questioning system, I find the OSDD Discord server to be extremely useful in settling questions about what it's like to be a system, and if your experience is consistent with diagnosed systems. It can be a space to get a better understanding of yourself and systems in general so I recommend it if you're interested.
I'm not sure if you're still in college, but if you are, you may want to consider reaching out to their counseling center (if they have one) and consulting a mental health professional about this, as they could best help you in navigating yourself and can recommend diagnoses.
If anyone else has any comments or suggestions, particularly systems, feel free to add on. Otherwise, I hope I could help, and please let us know if you need anything.
-Bun
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When her boss had invited her to dinner, the last thing that Lily would have expected to happen that night was for him to ask her to join him on a business trip, considering that she was only his assistant, and he did have one in every country that the company was headquartered in. Despite her surprise, she had been left with no other choice but to accept. After all, how could anyone pass up on such an opportunity? To travel the world, meet new people, and learn more about the business - this trip had been an absolute dream. From the way Wade had insisted on her joining him for every meeting, every lunch, and dinner, it was clear to have that he had wanted her to make the most out of the experience. Not only had she been able to learn all about what Wade's job entailed when he was in London, but she had also been able to make some valuable connections. She was grateful for the professional benefits of this trip, and there was no doubt about it. But it was Wade's faith in her abilities that had meant so much more to Lily.
Truth be told, Lily had not been all that prepared to be attending the London branch's anniversary party when they had first arrived. She hadn't even packed the appropriate attire for such an event. Thankfully, Wade had arranged for someone to take them around the city over the weekend, and she had managed to sneak away for some time, just to purchase herself a dress. She could only hope that Wade would like it. As she stepped into the adjoining suite, she could not help but blush slightly upon meeting his gaze. "You told me to be ready by five." She remarked, a teasing smile on her lips, considering that her impeccable punctuality had been a topic of many conversations that they had shared over the last few months. "Uh... thank you. I hadn't packed anything to wear to the party, so I picked this out last minute." Smoothing out the flared skirt of her dress, Lily stepped towards him, her smile remaining on her lips as she reached up to fix his tie. "And you look quite lovely this evening. Quite charming, if I do say so myself."
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universalprinting · 1 year
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Equipment & Printing Technology: Check if the backdrop printing company uses modern equipment and latest printing technology for producing high-quality products.
Customer Service: Look for a company with excellent customer service and one that is willing to work closely with clients throughout the project.
Tips and Tricks for a Successful Backdrop Printing Project
If you're looking to capture attention with a stage backdrop printing in Singapore, there are some helpful tips and tricks you can use. By taking the time to follow through on these helpful suggestions, you could end up with a stunning backdrop that's sure to leave an impression.
Research Printing Companies
First and foremost, do your research when it comes to finding a good printing company for your stage backdrop printing project. Compare services, pricing and quality of work from each company before making your decision. It may even be worthwhile to ask for a sample before making any commitments.
Choose High-Quality Materials
One of the keys to success when it comes to stage backdrop printing is choosing the right materials for the job. This means selecting materials that will be lightweight yet still durable enough for long-lasting use. For example, PVC banner printing or large foam board printing are both great options.
Select Your Design & Get Ready to Print
Once you've selected your printing company, you'll need to pick out the design that you want printed onto your backdrop. Make sure that it's high quality and ready for print before submitting it to the company.
By following these tips and tricks, you can ensure that your stage backdrop printing project will be a success!
Sourcing Quality Materials for Backdrop Printing
When it comes to printing stage backdrops, the quality of the materials used is just as important as finding a good printer. After all, you want your backdrops to look great and stand the test of time. And that means finding a printer in Singapore who uses high-quality materials.
So what kind of materials should you be looking out for?
PVC Banner Printing – PVC banner printing is a popular choice for backdrop printing because it's lightweight and waterproof, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor use. Plus, PVC banners are durable enough to withstand regular use and reuse without tearing.
Large Foam Board Printing – Large foam board printing can give you an eye-catching backdrop that won't sag or warp, making it perfect for settings with multiple people or lots of movement on stage. This material is also lightweight and cost effective, making it perfect for both large projects and smaller budgets.
Stage Backdrop Printing – For stage backdrop printing, there are a few different materials available including fabric, vinyl, canvas and more. Depending on your specific needs and budget, one of these options may work better than another.
No matter what material you choose for your stage backdrop printing project in Singapore, always check that the printer offers quality control measures such as regular cleaning of their production equipment and testing of the inks they use before they begin any job. With a good printer behind you—and quality materials at hand—you can create stunning backdrops that will capture attention like nothing else!
Conclusion
In conclusion, stage backdrop printing in Singapore is a great way to create stunning visuals that will capture the attention of your audience. Whether you’re looking for large foam board printing, PVC banners, or stage backdrop printing, there are a variety of services to choose from to meet your needs.
By choosing the best printers in Singapore, you can be sure that you’re getting top quality printing services with quick turnaround times. With these services, you can create vibrant visuals that will give you the edge over your competition, and capture the attention of your customers.
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UNDERSTANDING A SUCCESSFUL PATENT LICENSE AGREEMENT
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When it comes to intellectual property, a patent is one of the most important things you can have. A patent gives you the right to exclude others from making, using, or selling your invention for a set period of time. If you have an invention that you think is marketable, you’ll need to file for a patent and figure out how to license it. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about patent licensing.
What is patent licensing and why is it important?
Patent licensing is a critical tool for companies and entrepreneurs alike to protect their inventions, brands, and other intellectual property. Put simply, it’s a formal agreement between two parties that grants one the right to make use of a patent held by the other. The patent holder, usually an individual inventor or company, allows another party, who could be any sort of business organization including another company or even an individual consumer, to produce, use and/or sell a product using the patented technology. 
As such, it’s essential for pioneering products and ideas to remain protected from copycats as well as allow them access to market opportunities they may not otherwise have had. 
Moreover, it provides an extra revenue stream for inventors and innovators who have invested much time and effort into developing their inventions. By taking the right precautions for the security of your intellectual property you can ensure that your hard work pays off!
The basics of patent licensing agreements
Patent licensing agreements are great tools for protecting and monetizing ideas that have been developed! When properly constructed, these agreements will enforce the intellectual property (IP) rights of the patent holder, while allowing others to benefit from the invention or idea. 
While these types of agreements can vary significantly from one situation to another, they typically involve some transfer of technology or financial payment (or both) in exchange for the privilege to use a given patent. Whether you’re creating something new or considering licensing IP rights, learning the basics of patent licensing agreements is important.
With some knowledge and help from an experienced professional, you can draft an agreement that will help ensure your ideas are appropriately protected and monetized.
How to negotiate a patent license agreement
Before beginning negotiations, take the time to learn about the patent in question and research the current market value of similar patents. By conducting this due diligence ahead of time, you’ll be better positioned to defend your position when discussing royalty rates and other details with the other party. Speak to any attorneys or other professionals who have experience negotiating patent licenses so that you can fully understand all the elements of an agreement. From there, it will simply become a matter of taking the initiative in getting the conversation started. When expectations are laid out ahead in clear terms, both sides will feel more comfortable reaching a reasonable solution that best serves their interests. Remember, patience and thoughtful communication is always key when negotiating a patent license agreement!
The benefits of patent licensing
Patent licensing can be hugely beneficial to businesses, allowing them to get a return on the investment that was made in research and development. It can also create mutually beneficial partnerships between two parties, as the party who now owns the license can use the patented technology to develop their own product or service. Companies are able to take advantage of technologies without bearing the cost themselves, while also increasing their ability to compete in their field. This creates a dynamic and productive environment where innovation flourishes and economic growth becomes possible – a win/win situation for everyone involved.
The risks of patent licensing
Patent licensing is a great way to share innovation without risking overall ownership, but comes with its own set of risks. It is important to consider the long-term implications of whatever license agreements you make. Not only can conflict and confusion arises between licensors and licensees, but it can also be easy to underestimate the timespan or impact of the patent during negotiation. 
Some parties may not be aware of what technology they should be licensing nor know how successful implementations could potentially infringe other patents that overlap. Partnerships even have the potential for negative legal and financial complications to arise if each side does not understand their responsibilities in terms of payment, duration, privilege, and exclusivity. So before leaping into a licensee agreement, it’s essential to do your research and cover your bases!
Tips for success when licensing your patents
While you certainly should ensure that you understand all the fine details before entering a licensing agreement, there are three key tips that can help make the process smoother and more successful. 
Firstly, thorough research is key: you ought to know who is likely to be interested in purchasing your patent and their requirements in order to tailor-make any licensing agreements effectively. 
Secondly, compatibility is paramount: it’s important to constantly evaluate potential collaborators to ensure that you both have similar goals and are on the same page throughout. 
Lastly, if possible, have an advocate or lawyer assist in reworking any documents so they best fit both of your needs. Following these guidelines will make the entire process much easier, and help ensure success when licensing your patents!
Patent licensing can be a great way to generate revenue from your patents and broaden the impact of your inventions. When done correctly, it can provide many benefits with minimal risk. However, there are some important considerations to keep in mind when negotiating a patent license agreement, such as making sure you retain the rights to improve or sell your invention and ensuring that the other party has the resources and capability to bring your technology to market. By following these tips, you’ll be on your way to success when licensing your patents.
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Paisley Dreams Part 1 🏵 is available for Early Access NOW on Patreon!
Paisley Dreams, Part 1 🏵💛🔥: Elvis encounters Pepper, a no-nonsense, practical Vegas showgirl, in a precarious situation. Despite Pepper's need to appear strong and capable, Elvis helps her realize she may not be as alone in the world as she thought.
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This night is turning out to be incredibly strange, Pepper thinks as she shakily unlocks the door to her apartment. She hates that she can’t seem to stop shivering after the whole ordeal in the alley. No matter how many deep breaths she took in the car, she is still shaking like a leaf and she can’t decide if the fact that Elvis Presley is at her elbow is making it better or worse.
Finally jimmying the door open, she nearly falls inside, feeling all too unsteady in her high heels. Exhausted, it doesn’t help matters that she can’t remember if she ate today, between her waitressing shift at the diner and her showgirl gig at the Palace. She forces herself not to cry the stupid tears that pool stubbornly in her eyes. No, she doesn’t think she ate today and she’s cursing the fact because she’s quickly turning into an embarrassing pile of weepy nonsense, in front of Elvis Presley, no less.
This isn’t like her. She is no damsel in distress. She’s a strong, capable young woman who’s been dealt a bit of a shit hand, but she’s got it under control. She’s always got it under control.
Liar.
Pepper turns in the doorway to say goodnight and thank you to the man who so annoyingly but luckily had her back in that alley. She doesn’t want to think too hard about what could have happened if Elvis hadn’t appeared when he did, like some sort of movie star hero. Unfortunately, the spin towards him makes her dizzy and her wobbly knees start to give way.
“Hey now, little one, let’s get you settled, huh?” Elvis drawls out at her as he puts an arm around her waist and effortlessly ushers her into the apartment. She’s suddenly too exhausted to protest. It’s not often that anyone takes care of her. Honestly, she can’t remember the last time someone did, or the last time there was a man in her apartment.
He deposits her on her secondhand couch and its one of the many things tonight that has her embarrassed. Then again, she wasn’t expecting an incredibly handsome superstar to be gracing the walls of her tiny, dingy apartment.
Elvis stares down at her for a moment and his gaze is heavy and all-encompassing. It’s not what she expects—she’s used to the heated, horny looks she attracts from men—because it’s as if he’s surveying the situation, reading her with an intuitive intelligence she is not prepared for. She knows how to deal with men gawking at her—but treating her kindly with no expectations in return? This is unfamiliar in every way.
He nods to himself, making some sort of decision. His stance, one hip jutted out, hands on his hips and looking off to the side with his pouty lips parted, makes her feel a little funny in her belly.
Or maybe that’s just the hunger talking.
Her pride wants him to go, to not survey her poor existence and pity her. But the rest of her, the weak part of her desperate to have someone take care of her for once, wants him to stay.
Surprisingly, his face is devoid of judgement of her circumstance when his oceanic blue eyes meet hers again. There seems to be only concern and a bit of humor there. This confuses her.
“I’m starvin’,” he declares suddenly. “What would you say to some hamburgers?” His eyes sparkle—actually sparkle—when they look at her for approval.
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Injured on the Job Due to Lack of Proper PPE
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What Is Personal Protective Equipment? Personal protective equipment (PPE) is any type of gear or clothing worn by a worker to protect them from hazards that could cause injuries or illnesses. This includes items such as safety goggles, hard hats, respirators, and gloves. It also includes items such as face masks and shields that have become more common in recent years due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Why Is PPE Important?
 PPE is important as it helps protect workers from potential exposure to hazardous materials or conditions. For example, if a worker is exposed to loud noise for an extended period of time without wearing ear protection, they can suffer permanent hearing loss. Alternatively, if a worker works with chemicals without wearing respiratory protection or protective clothing, they run the risk of inhaling toxic fumes or getting burns on their skin. 
The Responsibility of Employers Regarding PPE
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requires that employers protect their employees by ensuring a safe work environment free of hazards, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Employers must provide appropriate PPE to workers at no cost, as well as make sure it’s properly maintained, inspected and used in hazardous conditions. 
Employers must also clearly communicate their PPE requirements to all employees, train them on the use of PPE, continuously monitor employee compliance with PPE regulations and enforce safety practices with disciplinary action when necessary.
If your employer neglects these duties and you’re injured as a result, you have rights to workers comp benefits. In fact, fault is generally not taken into consideration when making a workers compensation claim. Here are the steps you can take to protect yourself:
Document everything – Keep detailed records about your injury and take photos if possible. This can be helpful when filing a workers’ compensation claim.
Get medical attention – Seek medical attention right away so that your injuries can be documented by a healthcare professional. Tell your doctor all relevant information about your injury including when it occurred and what happened leading up to it so they can provide an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan.
Reach out to an attorney – Consider speaking with an experienced St. Louis workers’ comp attorney who can help make sure you get fair compensation for your injuries. They’ll be able to advise you on what legal options are available and guide you through each step of the process so you don't have to go through it alone. 
St. Louis Workers Compensation Attorneys
At the Law Office of James. M. Hoffman, we understand how difficult it can be when you have suffered an injury due to your employer's negligence. That’s why we prioritize providing comprehensive legal knowledge about workers’ comp cases. We can explain the legal process clearly so that you understand what kind of compensation you might be entitled to receive. Contact us today at (314) 361-4300 for a free case evaluation.
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hatfieldburch23 · 1 year
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Tips To Take Your Home Business To The Next Level
If there was such a thing as instant wealth, everyone would be making it. However, home businesses just do not operate like that. They take time and a lot of effort, in order to grow. More than anything, though, it takes the right information to make sure that you're achieving success in the long term. Check out these tips to help you out along the way. No matter what type of home business you start, you must have a marketing plan ready to put into action. Most every business today requires a relationship with the internet, and there are many marketing packages available on the internet as well as through local and national media. A successful business is never without a successful marketing strategy. As you are getting ready to open a home business? Enlist the services of an accountant and a lawyer. There are often obscure rules and regulations related to home businesses that are difficult to decipher. Receiving professional help is crucial to ensuring that you are doing everything you need to in order to be successful. Here is an idea for a home run business! If you are handy with fixing things around the house, you could consider running a Handyman Service. Many homeowners do not have the basic skills to make simple repairs to their homes. Having someone in their neighborhood that they can call on is a welcomed convenience. You can set your own rates by the hour or by the project, and have full control over what jobs you want to take. Keep your work area safe. You should have a fire extinguisher and smoke detector in there. Create an ergonomic setup for your computer area. This can keep you safe and reduce injuries. Establish a daily routine when running your home business to keep on track and motivated. One of the benefits of a home business is the flexibility it gives you in scheduling. However, creating a daily routine with time allocated to running your business increases the likelihood your business will be successful. Otherwise, it is too easy to get distracted by other demands and lose focus on your business. Decide if you are going to be involved in every aspect of the business. When starting a new business, having a staff of full time employees might not be financially possible and many of those tasks have to be handled on your own. As the business grows and money flows in, you can think about hiring personnel to call customers, collect receivables and thousands of other tasks that a small business needs to get done. It is important to remember when running a home business that many of your customers are normal people that work normal hours. Just because you have the freedom to work whenever doesn't mean they do. Be sure to establish a schedule that fits not only your needs, but your customer's needs. Check out free business seminars near you. Free seminars hold a wealth of information, and can be an excellent way to network with other business owners. You will learn valuable information about running your small home business and you will be able to bounce your ideas off of other business professionals. Have the time and capital to sustain your home business for at least the first six months. Do not take out any money to pay yourself or your bills. All business income should be reinvested so that your business can grow and reach its planned potential for the first year. After the six months, you may relax and pay yourself a small salary. Exchange flyers with people who run similar businesses. You could advertise someone else's products or services by sending out one of their flyers to your customers and have them do the same for you. Choose a business that will not steal your customers: associate with another business owner that sells something different. Reading how to start an llc in alaska should shed some light on the whole myth of instant money. As you can tell from these tips, a home business operates pretty much like any other business. There aren't any real "shortcuts" to millions of dollars, so be sure to remember to use these tips with any home business opportunity that you're attempting.
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immava · 2 years
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What Exactly Is A Service To Boost Your Game? A Quick Guide
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This article is for those who are beginning to play more challenging games. These gamers will soon realize that there are many aspects unintuitive to the casual player and are becoming increasingly prominent in the gaming industry. The game-boosting service is one such aspect of gaming. Many complex games such as destiny 2 and Fortnite requires boosts. It's easy to locate the boost for destiny2 however many players aren't aware of the fundamentals of booster. In other words, they could be expecting something completely different.
What are the boosting services?
The first thing you need to understand is the meaning and purpose of dota 2 boosting service. It's not something many people are aware of, and even people who know about it may not be aware of what it means. Game booster is one such unique service that allows professional gamers to play through your gaming account to help your game experience more enjoyable, unlock different features, and win other gifts.
It allows them to log in incognito to your account and then upgrade your game. You do not have to be concerned about hackers; however, you should be sure that the service you're using is offering safe boosting.
What are the things to look for when you are evaluating a game-boosting service?
If you're familiar with the benefits of a game-boosting program then it's time to begin searching for the top. Don't trust anyone; there might be some hackers or individuals who don't know anything about game-boosting.
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Before you choose any game-boosting service, it's important to take into consideration these options. You could lose all of the points you earned. It's a significant danger for gamers.
Reliability
A reliable fortnite boosting service is your best option since you will be paying for that. Discuss with the game boosters regarding your goals and what you're expecting from this service. You should be very clear about it, keep the recording of your chat or even record the chat for later. To ensure your safety, consider someone famous.
Read the reviews
A way to tell if a company is reliable is by looking at reviews. It is simpler to reach out to those you know and ask for reliable services if you're already in a gaming community.
VPN security and protection
You definitely do not want to get a game boosting only to lose your game to hackers. VPN is required by game-boosting providers to upgrade your game. It is crucial to ensure that the experts who claim to offer game-boosting services can hide from detection when upgrading your game. In the event that they do, your account will be shut down and you'll lose your money.
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Unlocking the Potential of Outbound Marketing with a Specialized B2B Outbound Marketing Agency
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Outbound marketing means proactively communicating your brand's message to your target audience. It's also known as traditional marketing. In contrast, inbound marketing means producing content to draw in prospective clients who are already considering your company or a relevant subject.
What, then, is the objective of an outbound marketing agency?
The objective is to increase leads and revenue from your brand's goods and services. Strategies, planning, and execution for reaching the largest possible targeted audience are carried out by a professional outbound marketing agency, streamlining and optimizing advertising, marketing, and customer engagement.
Advantages of Outbound Marketing
In contrast to alternative marketing approaches, outbound techniques typically give you complete control over the presentation of your company to prospective clients, including timing and location.
Large Target Audience
Compared to inbound marketing, outbound marketing lets you target a wider audience, not just the audience that is actively looking for you. You can reach out to fresh, undiscovered audiences. Reaching a wider audience is especially beneficial when attempting to break into a new market, present a new offering, or launch a new product.
Precision In Customer Targeting
You can target prospective leads with your message by using ad targeting on social media sites like Facebook.
It is possible to target several outbound marketing strategies with precision, including Facebook advertisements, direct mail, and cold email/direct message campaigns. Based on their demographics and past experiences with your content, audiences are targeted.
Speed of Results
When combined with a digital advertising campaign, outbound marketing can nearly instantaneously increase traffic or sales. It could take months or even years to generate the same amount of traffic via search engines. This strategy works well if you have a sales quota or quarterly revenue target to meet. When it's most needed, you can adjust the intensity of your outbound efforts to generate more sales.
Cost-Reduction
With most outbound marketing strategies, you can precisely regulate how much money you spend and when since you can set caps and target cost-per-click (CPC) pricing. You can either agree to a fixed fee upfront (for example, to buy a billboard ad spot) or have control over digital advertisements. This implies that sticking to a budget is simplified.
Measurable ROI
You can easily determine the return on investment (ROI) of an outbound marketing campaign: Multiply your net gain by your investment cost, then divide the result by 100. Furthermore, the ROI data for outbound marketing is very strong. PPC (pay-per-click) advertisements make $2 for every $1 invested, according to Google (100% ROI).
To broaden their reach and produce high-quality leads, B2B organizations still need to use outbound marketing. In order to proactively communicate a brand's message to a specific audience and make sure it reaches the right people at the right time, an outbound marketing agency is essential. Outbound marketing provides a level of accuracy and immediacy that can be very helpful for organizations looking to enter a new marketplace or introduce new products, as it allows for control over timing, location, and presentation.
Additionally, the quantifiable return on investment (ROI) that outbound marketing tactics, like PPC ads, offer highlights how successful they are in generating revenue and accomplishing organizational goals. Understanding and utilizing the benefits of outbound marketing with the help of a specialized agency can help B2B businesses attract more interest, leads, and revenue—all of which are necessary for long-term growth and success in the cutthroat business world of today.
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