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[vishalmarali]

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[careergrowth22]

5 Ways to Achieve Your Goal Setting

5 Ways to Achieve Your Goal Setting

It’s a new year, and you’re in the mood to change your life. Maybe you’re looking to start a new diet or try out a new exercise routine. So, you set a goal. Perhaps you want to get down to 160 pounds or run a 10K by the end of the year. You set these goals, and you’re determined to stick to them. You’re committed to achieving these goals, so you make a plan. You buy a gym membership and start…

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[dr3amofagame]

Ok there are a lot of things I don't understand about Wilbur and Dream's interactions, but one of the main things that I don't quite get is the whole breaking into the prison and burning the disks with Tommy , like ok why was Wilbur so convinced that by threatening to kill himself he was gonna make Dream do what ever he wants ( burn the disks)

And well we can say that Dream was just agreeing to whatever the hell the wanted because he wanted them out of his living room ( and because he didn't need the disks) but like ,Wilbur didn't know that, what made him so sure that Dream wanted him alive especially after the prison break ( Dream didn't need his help anymore) to the point that he thought he could use it ( his life ) as leverage

Did Dream want to keep Wilbur alive, if so, then why? I don't know man, seems like the only person that would be losing in this situation is Wilbur himself.

I got more questions but like this is what confuses me the most. Idk just don't get it

Honestly I'm going to assume you know about these reddit posts, but while like I think that people should be able to draw their own conclusions to a text without strictly subscribing to what is said by the authors, like, cc!Dream and cc!Wilbur did give explanations behind what happened in this stream that I think are worth checking out: x x

A lot of people perceived cc!Wilbur's comment specifically as speaking for c!Dream in a way that was uninformed and therefore dismissed the post, which I think is...unwise? Like, cc!Wilbur literally says that he's posting from the perspective of his character's thought process, not an out of character word of god on what c!Dream actually values and believes. Further, he literally clarifies that his character isn't entirely correct and is an unreliable narrator.

But looking between the posts and looking at c!Dream's behavior, I mean. What we can say, rather definitively, that c!Wilbur was right about is that c!Dream didn't want to lose that feeling that he had leverage over c!Wilbur. Like, he's pretty damn desperate not to lose it, actually. c!Wilbur "believes that Dream has nothing if not himself"--a perspective that obviously leaves out c!Punz, considering c!Dream's secrecy in terms of this one particular ally, but is otherwise I mean. Like. Correct? cc!Dream emphasizes repeatedly that c!Dream doesn't want to lose "that feeling of control over Wilbur," that c!Dream's power over c!Wilbur is "just in his head," that he's holding onto it even though "it's seemingly gone after the exile reveal." The rest of the server's story only throws this in sharper relief--c!Wilbur literally fucking leaves the whole damn server and c!Dream is cowering in the prison worrying about him A MONTH LATER.

When c!Wilbur makes the assessment that c!Dream is going to hold onto the perceived leverage he has over c!Wilbur tightly, EVEN WHEN SAID LEVERAGE DOESN'T EXIST, to the point of doing almost everything c!Wilbur tells him to? He's 100% right. c!Dream doesn't want to break the illusion. When cc!Dream gives the two examples of what c!Dream wouldn't do, he mentions that c!Dream wouldn't "kill himself" or "give over the revive book," which, I mean. Is literally just saying the same thing twice. Which, again, just goes to show how far c!Dream is willing to go in order to keep holding onto a feeling of control, that--once again! Is emphasized by both ccs AND by the literal text (as we can see that c!Dream at no point is able to actually use the "leverage" he has over c!Wilbur from reviving him to do LITERALLY ANYTHING AT ALL) as not existing in any meaningful manner. This isn't a case of c!Wilbur having an inflated sense of self-importance or a case of him pushing his way into this conflict recklessly w/ a delusional belief that his pitch will work. This is a case of c!Wilbur (as is like, usually the case with him and c!Dream) reading c!Dream like an open book and getting exactly what he fucking wants by force, literally shouting down at c!Tommy and c!Dream until they both comply.

(And it's worth pointing out that like. This whole thing does have a visible toll on c!Dream. He's extra jumpy and defensive in the stream on the same day after Inconsolable Differences, says he went for a stroll outside the prison (something he basically Doesn't Do after he gets the prison back in Daedalus) explicitly to "keep his mind wandering," he bristles at the perception that he's being accused of a terrorist--the exact wording that c!Wilbur uses against him when he makes him write the book in the prison. c!Dream's behavior, while not yet pushed to the point where he starts lashing out in self-defense, was pretty obviously off as soon as c!Wilbur started making demands--he grows quieter, more still, visibly less comfortable--honestly, not at all unsimilar to certain behaviors that we saw in the prison arc.)

And I mean. At the end of the day. Why wouldn't c!Dream want some reason to believe that c!Wilbur would work with him? Why wouldn't he want some kind of leverage? The guy is pretty obviously worried about him, if not outright scared of him. He was ranking c!Wilbur with the likes of c!Sam and c!Quackity when he mentions him in the Finale, for god's sake. c!Wilbur was the person that first called him the tyrant that c!Dream ends up believing he has always been. c!Wilbur was the originator of L'manburg, which c!Dream blames for the literal loss of his home. c!Wilbur is like. Extremely charismatic, extremely good at convincing people that he's well-meaning, that what he's saying is right, that this-person-is-the-enemy and you-want-to-stand-for-freedom and that so-and-so is a cause worth dying for, isn't it. c!Dream was The-Man-That-L'manburg-Opposed from the minute that c!Wilbur decided so and this narrative would follow him literally for the rest of his life.

So yeah c!Dream wanted to keep c!Wilbur alive out of the delusional belief that doing so would mean he has leverage over him. Why he wants that leverage (even though he never uses it and the fact that it literally doesn't exist), I mean.

#my asks !! #c!dreamisms #like id say that if there's anywhere c!wilbur makes an error in judgement here #it's prooooobably in assuming that c!dream still has his eyes set on fucking with c!Tommy for the sake of his goals #because honestly i've always read the whole staged finale false ending of it all and giving him the discs as just. #kinda avoiding the kid that's made himself a constant thorn in his side over those two vinyls since forever #but then again maybe the main reason why we didn't see that much post-prison c!discduo #was because c!dream was literally just too busy holing himself up in the prison obviously unwell scrawling over the walls unintelligbly #but in assuming that c!dream will prioritize keeping him alive like. he was spot on. he was absolutely 100% accurate #dream would prioritize everything except like basically his own literal life to keep a feeling of control over wilbur #that was completely unbased in reality #the main question i had at the time was whether or not c!wilbur actually believed that c!Dream had that power over him or not #and after rereading the reddit post a few times and just looking at the end of the server i feel like. it's pretty fair to say #that like. he didn't. c!wilbur was kinda aware that c!Dream's feeling of power was just a feeling imo #and that these false concessions of agency to c!Dream were the most effective way to get him to do what c!Wilbur wanted #[stares at my vassal demons] #anyway

[glassknee]

Girl with something fucking wrong with her but then it turns out she is pretty normal. And her bff the girl who is pretty normal but oh wait hold on

#mary who is so by twig universe standards strange and unusual and she’s an experiment but not even an academy experiment #she is made in the image of a real girl she will never ever be one ❤️ #as fundamentally other as Helen is but the fact that she doesn’t set off ‘prey instincts’ like Helen does bc she is an effective mimicry #and then at the end of the day she just wants to feel like she belongs to something #versus Lillian who is literally just. a normal human girl #this is EXTRA CREDIT for her #she does war crimes with human experiments bc of the extra credit and scholarship money 😊 #and her desire and goal is to earn her black coat and become like the people who have damned the children around her #to short and brutal lifespans #twig wildbow #twig lambs #twigblr #twig web serial #wormblr #sylvester lambsbridge #twig lillian #mary couburn

[brown-little-robin]

🥱...

#I've done a thing :3 #been having the worst run of bedtimes and really feeling the effects (why do I do this? eh... multiple reasons but it is not helpful) #so in an attempt to have some fun with breaking the midnight to 1 am bedtime habit I made a new sideblog #it's called robins-bedtime-tracker dot tumblr dot com #anyway I plan to update that blog for a while w my bedtimes of the previous night. I don't particularly care if friends follow or view it #I just ask that you only follow it if you know me! #might turn into somewhat of a journal or something idk #and I don't know how long I'll keep updating it #but it exists! and you can track your local robin's bedtime if you want to! I don't mind! #mostly it's for my own viewing because I'm reliably on my laptop every day so I'll remember to update it daily #I don't have a set goal like every day I have to go to bed before midnight just an overall goal to get my bedtime *usually* before 11:30— #—if there aren't extenuating circumstances #and possibly to push it even earlier than 11:30 but let's not get TOO excited lol #Robin speaks

[zombiemollusk]

ryou won't stop wearing the ring

it ruined his life, it makes him black out and lose his memory, during which moments he's literally an entirely different (and far more dangerous) person, he got it from his dad who frankly was insane, he totally isn't going to wear it again you guys, he's just holding onto it, you know, just in ca- oops, everyone's in danger and he doesn't know how to deal with it, guess he's wearing it again, is he himself or is he secretly wearing the ring again, why does he keep wearing the damn thing, sure he's lonely and maybe he doesn't have much if any faith in himself without it, but he knows it's a danger to himself and everyone around him, so why-

oh god it's a metaphor for drugs isn't it

#ryou's a goddamn millenium addict #ryou bakura #ryo bakura #bakura ryo #bakura ryou #yugioh #zombie talks #fridge brilliance #fridge horror #drugs #not sure if intended or not but it makes a lot of sense #anyway new headcanon: the ring has a weird addictive effect that makes you want to wear it and the more you do the stronger it gets #when it doesn't just set you on fire anyway #headcanon #doesn't help that his friend who's also part-time possessed managed to make something good of it #also kind of gives a darker implication to his goal of learning about the millenium items...

[mind-and-body-style]

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Studying effectively is a skill that can significantly impact academic success. While there are no magical shortcuts to learning, there are proven strategies that can enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of your study sessions. In this article, we will explore 10 secret tips for studying that are backed by research and experts in the field of education. Active Learning Techniques Passive…

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[aturnoftheearth]

writing this paper for this stupid ugly nasty business class is making me feel sick lol

#did you know apparently amazon technically effectively utilizes the goal setting theory of organizational behavior #even though it’s at the expense of workers and basic human rights :)))))) i sincerely hope every person who contributed to this book and #this class and this concept kill themselves

[salemoleander]

I need to be sleepdarted like an errant tiger

#i do not generally experience mania but hyperfixation/special interest dropping tomorrow is. certainly having an effect #i have like 17 projects i want to do leading up to and during this and im having to be like #no bestie you cannot do all of that and also sleep. pick one. #salem chatter #anyways im trying to. finish the video stuff i have set back from the sexyman tournament that i still feel guilty about not finishing #so i can potentially do analysis & update videos week by week for the life series #this is. not an entirely sane goal #i guess possibly a more reasonable goal would be weekly web weaves #but im worried people wont. care? idk #okay less tumblr more working

[growhealthy]

"Achieve Your Weight Loss Goals with the Keto Diet"

"Unlock Your Weight Loss Potential with the Power of the Keto Diet"

Introduction

The keto diet has gained popularity as a fast and effective way to lose weight. By reducing carbohydrates and increasing fat intake, the body enters a state of ketosis, where it burns fat for energy. If you're seeking rapid weight loss, the keto diet can be a valuable tool. In this blog post, we'll explore how to get started with the keto diet and provide tips for staying on track to maximize your weight loss.

What is the Keto Diet?

The keto diet, short for ketogenic diet, is an eating plan that emphasizes high-fat and low-carbohydrate intake to induce ketosis. Ketosis is a metabolic state in which the body uses stored fat as its primary source of energy instead of glucose derived from carbs. This transition leads to efficient weight loss and potential additional benefits such as improved mental clarity and reduced inflammation. It is crucial to follow a comprehensive keto guide to ensure you consume the right balance of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates to achieve and maintain ketosis. With its increasing popularity, the keto diet has become a go-to option for individuals aiming to lose weight quickly and effectively.

How Does the Keto Diet Aid Weight Loss?

The keto diet facilitates rapid and efficient weight loss through its high-fat, low-carb approach. By reducing carbohydrate intake, the body is forced to utilize stored fat for energy, resulting in ketosis. During ketosis, fat molecules are broken down into ketones, which provide energy for the body. This metabolic process enhances fat burning and promotes weight loss. Furthermore, the keto diet helps regulate blood sugar levels and suppresses appetite. By consuming more healthy fats and fewer carbs, you feel fuller for longer periods and avoid cravings that can lead to overeating. It is essential to note that not all fats are equal. While the keto diet emphasizes healthy fats, it is crucial to monitor your macronutrient intake and overall calorie consumption to prevent excessive calorie intake. To optimize weight loss on the keto diet, follow a comprehensive keto guide that offers guidance on food choices and macronutrient tracking. By adopting the right approach, you can achieve fast and effective weight loss on the keto diet.

The Importance of Tracking Macros on the Keto Diet.

Tracking macros, which involves monitoring carbohydrate, protein, and fat intake, is key to achieving rapid weight loss on the keto diet. Macro tracking ensures that you consume the appropriate types and quantities of food to maintain a state of ketosis, where fat is burned for energy instead of carbs. Utilizing a reliable keto guide can greatly assist in tracking macros by providing the correct macronutrient ratios and portion sizes tailored to your individual needs and weight loss goals. By adhering to this guide, you can ensure you are on the right path to achieving your weight loss objectives safely and healthily. Additionally, it is important to monitor your daily calorie intake. While the keto diet emphasizes high-fat foods, it is still crucial to consume the appropriate number of calories based on your body type and activity level. Consuming excess calories, even from healthy fats, can lead to weight gain. Overall, tracking your macros and calorie intake on the keto diet is vital for achieving rapid weight loss. By staying mindful of your food intake, you can ensure you consume the right types and quantities of food to maintain ketosis and achieve your weight loss goals. Top Foods for Quick Weight Loss on the Keto Diet.

One of the most enticing aspects of the keto diet is the ability to enjoy delicious foods while still losing weight. Here are some of the best foods to incorporate into your keto diet for quick results:

Avocado: This versatile fruit is packed with healthy fats, keeping you satiated and adding creaminess to your meals without relying on dairy.

Meat and poultry: High-protein options like chicken, turkey, and beef are staples of the keto diet. They are satisfying, flavorful, and promote muscle growth during weight loss.

Nuts and seeds: Whether you prefer almonds, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds, these provide healthy fats and protein, making them excellent choices for the keto diet.

Leafy greens: Low in carbs and rich in vitamins and minerals, vegetables like kale and spinach add bulk to your meals without contributing excessive calories.

Coconut oil: With its high concentration of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), coconut oil is a popular ingredient in keto recipes. MCTs can enhance fat burning.

Eggs: A superb source of protein and healthy fats, eggs are versatile and can be prepared in countless ways.

Cheese: Cheese is keto-friendly and adds flavor to your meals. However, be mindful of portion sizes, as it can be high in calories and fat.

To achieve your weight loss goals on the keto diet, prioritize whole, nutrient-dense foods that nourish your body and keep you satisfied. By incorporating these foods into your diet, you will be well on your way to rapid weight loss.

Sample Meal Plan for Quick Weight Loss on the Keto Diet

Following a well-structured meal plan can help you stay on track with the keto diet and achieve your weight loss goals quickly. Here's a 3-day sample meal plan to facilitate rapid weight loss:

Day 1:

Breakfast: Avocado and egg salad

Snack: Greek yogurt with mixed nuts

Lunch: Grilled chicken with roasted broccoli

Snack: Cheese and olives

Dinner: Baked salmon with roasted Brussels sprouts

Day 2:

Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with bacon and spinach

Snack: Almond butter with celery sticks

Lunch: Cauliflower fried rice with shrimp

Snack: Keto protein bar

Dinner: Beef and vegetable stir-fry

Day 3:

Breakfast: Coconut milk chia pudding with raspberries

Snack: Hard-boiled egg with celery sticks

Lunch: Tuna salad lettuce wraps

Snack: Homemade kale chips

Dinner: Grilled lamb chops with cauliflower mash

Remember to stay hydrated throughout the day by drinking plenty of water and herbal tea to support your weight loss efforts.

By adhering to this meal plan and avoiding high-carb foods, you can achieve rapid results on the keto diet. However, keep in mind that individual bodies vary, and it is essential to consult a healthcare professional before starting any new diet.

Tips for Successful Adherence to the Keto Diet for Fast Results

Meal prep: Planning and preparing your meals and snacks in advance can greatly facilitate adherence to the keto diet. By having healthy, keto-friendly options readily available, you can stay organized and make smart choices.

Find keto-friendly substitutions: Identify keto-friendly substitutes for your favorite non-keto foods. For example, replace traditional pasta with zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash, and use keto-friendly sweeteners like stevia or erythritol instead of sugar.

Stay hydrated: Drinking an adequate amount of water is crucial on the keto diet. It aids in flushing out toxins and keeps you feeling full. Aim for at least 8 glasses of water per day and consider adding electrolytes as needed.

Keep healthy snacks on hand: Having convenient, healthy snacks available can help prevent reaching for high-carb options like chips or cookies. Consider nuts, seeds, cheese, or veggies with dip as satisfying and keto-friendly choices.

Seek support: Finding support from others following the keto diet can be highly beneficial. Joining online communities or involving a friend or family member in your journey can help maintain motivation and accountability.

By following these tips, you can maximize your success on the keto diet and achieve fast results. Remember to be patient, consistent, and attentive to your body's signals. Happy keto-ing!

Potential Pitfalls to Avoid on the Keto Diet

While the keto diet is effective for weight loss, it's essential to be aware of potential pitfalls and work to avoid them. Here are a few common pitfalls to watch out for:

Inadequate water intake: The keto diet can increase urine production, leading to dehydration. Ensure you drink enough water throughout the day to keep your body hydrated and functioning properly.

Excessive consumption of processed foods: Packaged keto snacks and processed meats often contain high amounts of sodium, preservatives, and artificial ingredients. Focus on whole, nutrient-dense foods rather than relying heavily on processed options.

Overconsumption of protein: Although the keto diet is often associated with high protein intake, excessive protein consumption can hinder ketosis and slow down weight loss. Track your macros to maintain the proper balance of protein, fat, and carbs.

Inadequate fiber intake: Fiber is crucial for digestive health and helps you feel full after meals. Include fiber-rich foods such as leafy greens, nuts, seeds, and low-carb fruits in your diet.

Impatience: While some individuals experience rapid weight loss on the keto diet, everyone's body responds differently. Be patient and give your body time to adapt to the new eating pattern. Consistency is key, and results will come with time.

By being mindful of these potential pitfalls and taking proactive steps to avoid them, you can set yourself up for success on the keto diet and achieve your weight loss goals quickly and effectively.

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[jvzebel-x]

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#im seeing a new psychiatrist next week. #&when i prep for specifically these types of appts its really important for me to like. sit. w myself. &bleed lmao. #metaphorically. of course. lmao. #but its a process thats important to me bc like. i dont. want to go into an appt like this unsure about my goals #&ESP unsure about what about me i. dont want. to give up. defective or not. something can only be a mistake if it isnt useful. #whether its a cause or effect or nature or nurture doesnt matter in the end. theory isnt relevant when talking about actual impact #except for comparison which is ultimately the goal w these periods: me now vs me post-intake lmao. what makes me. idk. me? #what cant i live without? what cant i live with? what am i willing to have diagnosed&dissected&medicated? #the new doc is bc this Bad mania stint has been. bad. lmao. &it isnt making it easy to see myself thru a lense #that isnt super fucked up&broken. idk if im thinking too highly of myself or being too self depricating. #idk if anything is worth keeping if the goal is supposed to be. settling? i dont think im made to settle lmao. #my physical health would probably be a lot easier to manage if i wasnt. oh. batshit insane. lmao. so i cant fault the hypothetical. #but also i dont think i was. made. to settle. lmao. the anxiety i get when my skin feels too tight is too big a part of me. #idk who i would be without the constant. hunger. lmao. #i feel absolutely everything in extremes. obsession is like. my default setting. its also what i operate best at. #both my fear&my hope is having that. disappear. having the intensity simmer down permanently. #i am. ravenous. lmao. i can never describe this constant. feeling. w/o referencing v specifically hunger. lmao. #i know it probably isn't like. healthy. lmao. but this feeling of. intensity. that makes up like the backbone of my whole personality. #when its gone i feel. nothing lmao. #maybe its bc ive overloaded myself so much that not feeling EVERYTHING feels like not feeling. anything. lmao. #maybe its bc i. dont want. to go back on lithium. #i dont like. who it makes me. or the fact that it comes out at times like these where its easier to knock me out than deal w me #so they inadvertantly make it impossible for me to do the evisceration i need to get myself back together. lmao. #also i just. dont like not feeling. lmao. #this glorification of coldness&apathy&individualism to the point of toxicity is so. boring. to me. lmao. #i dont want to not feel. i would rather feel everything than nothing. i would keep my obsessive personality&my obnoxious intensity #if it was a choice between that or floating in a constant state of half disassociation where it isnt even worth my time #to go out&find trouble&be my favourite type of selfdestructive. lmao. #im rambling&also being horrifically overdramatic lmao. if i survived one round of the stuff i can sure as fuck survive more. #... i just would prefer not to. lmao.

[otaku6337]

You don’t have to create constantly.

I’m a hypocrite to say this, I’ll admit that upfront. I’m one of those writers who sets up spreadsheets and wordcount goals and I beat myself up over not writing my “monthly minimum”.

It’s unnecessary, and honestly I think for a lot of people it’s a bit unhealthy, myself included, when it gets to that point.

Every writer is different. There’s absolutely nothing inherently wrong with setting yourself goals, or trying to help yourself to write a lot, but when that help becomes forceful shoving, problems start to arise. Cracks begin to form.

Writing is words, not numbers. I know, far well, that it’s not always that easy. I’m a perfect example of a fic writer who counts every damn word and who pushes myself time and again to write at least a k a day, 50k a month, all that jazz.

I wish, quite often, that I didn’t. I will always want and need some direction for myself, because I’m too busy in other aspects of my life to not have some structure for it all, but that isn’t what I’m saying is “bad”.

Pushing yourself to write constantly is a harsh thing. Some days, your brain is full, and it isn’t full of writing, and that’s okay.

Some days you need to take a break. You need to give yourself room to take that break.

Writing is a muscle. It’s creative and logical and social, too, once you’re considering fandom, and that means that it’s taxing. A piling-up inbox is stressful. Flattering, but stressful. A spreadsheet is satisfying, but it’s also a constant reminder of performance in only one aspect; it has no inherent measure of your satisfaction or enjoyment, only of your output, which is cool to keep track of but also very much not what is likely, over time, to truly inspire anyone.

And, again, I’m a hypocrite to say all of this, and I know it. But equally I *can* say it because I’m speaking from experience. 80, 90% of the time my goals and spreadsheets and organisation support me in my writing. Some of the time they don’t. Please try not to fall down the trap of something becoming unhealthy for you when it is meant to be there to guide and support. 

If you know you’re getting dragged down by the numbers of it all, the wordcounts and goals, then do your best to disengage with it. I’ve stopped using my comments spreadsheet, for example, and stopped heavily interacting in a server where there was a lot of competition, literal or perceived, over wordcount, because it was making me feel poorly about my own. I didn’t go cold turkey on these things, I just recognised there was something that wasn’t doing me any good, and I take responsibility for myself in that fact and lessen its influence on me as best I can.

Do whatever works best for you. Write and organise and socialise in a way that encourages you, and in which you’re comfortable (or only a little bit uncomfortable because something is new, rather than upsetting, if you’re currently feeling like expanding your limits). If something is upsetting you, or affecting your writing negatively, then just remember that this is your online experience, nobody else’s. 

Look after yourself. Enjoyment comes before wordcount.

#me yet again rambling about fic writing #this isn't meant as a lecture but as support/advice #productivity and output aren't the be-all end-all #I'm effectively trying to hammer this lesson home to myself too #it's okay to just enjoy #it's okay not to meet or even set wc goals #ao3 #fanfiction #fic writing #writing #writing advice

[sanstropfremir]

everyone jumped on my nct/f(x) ask oops SM have had so many groups and charting their evolution is very interesting as many do have a similar internal idea of what a group should be, but explore it in different ways. it's interesting to compare to HYBE who are trying to achieve this as well through forcing a sound across their popular boy groups (retro 2020, rock 2021) or a shared universe (yes they're subtly trying) but i feel are failing because they're going about it backwards conceptually?

hmmm. honestly i'm not sure if you can go about something like that backwards? well, actually. i think the reason why sm groups all have obvious throughlines of structure/technique/other formic elements is because sm pretty much invented the form. they've spent the last 25+ years producing the groups that have been unquestionable staples in the industry. by the time hybe had even thought about debuting a group, sm had debuted:

h.o.t

s.e.s

shinhwa

boa

tvxq

super junior

snsd

shinee

f(x)

and also several other groups that weren't as successful. they have a metric fuckton of data on what formulas work and what don't. and i don't just mean data from how successful the groups were/what the public perception of them was, i mean practical behind the scenes data. like: what type of auditions to run, what type of training works the best, marketing strategies, group composition, what type of design work is the most successful (graphic, production, styling etc), what type of music is the best received, what type of choreography is the most successful. were they always good at using this data? no absolutely not, but they had it. by the time that hybe/bighit debuted bts, sm had been debuting groups for eighteen years and had career producers making their music and likely also had other career staff and admin behind the scenes. in the last nine years hybe has only debuted four groups. FOUR. all their other groups were brought on by company acquisition and all of them have had questionable declines in quality (mostly in terms of management, but take this how you will) since acquisition and one of them (their most senior group!) got straight up nuked for no reason. so i don't think it's so much of a question of 'going at it backwards conceptually' as it is a question of they just don't know what they're doing.

#kpop questions #sm's goal with their groups is not to make a bunch of them that are all sort of different from each other #their goal with their groups is to build on the structure that they know works and add a new angle that makes them different #and by having that thing that's different it sets them apart (and hopefully ahead) from everyone else #....i realize those sound identical but the difference that they're working from the internals out #hybe doesnt have any of that data or experience so theyre only working with the surface level data of all the other groups in the industry #so theyre working from the outside in #sm also doesn't really enforce a unified sound or style across their groups #bc they know having everyone slavishly follow a trend is not effective #anyways. this all boils down to: sm knows what theyre doing (most of the time) and hybe doesnt #text #answers #anyways this was a really interesting question #also i misread it originally and had a whole paragraph written on the function of 'shared universes' within companies 💀💀💀

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i kinda wanna do one of those “send me ur art n i’ll give u critique” things at some point, i think itd be fun.

#mod posts #id have to figure out the logistics of doing something like that though #like idk if submissions or asks would be good for that #i mean it could work to some extent #i just feel like itd be way better in a setting where i can have a conversation n ask questions #bc idk know you ppl. idk what ur goals are w ur art n what you enjoy doing #n that kinda shit is v important in a critique i feel #you cant effectively critique someones art without rly knowing them as an artist #i might consider making a small art crit discord tbh

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i am looking into refseek and turns out YEAH a major factor in climate change is how the urban form is laid out wow! this has consequences in the way i conceptualize the world

#it makes me think about how impulsive my towns hall is being by applying measures to reduce emissions in big cities to the smaller town #i already knew it was impulsive but i have a greater definition of it #because it doesnt seem to take into account the reasons people take up cars and where they are moving #they are just vetting the town centre from most cars because less cars = less carbon which is a very simplistic statement #and do nothing to improve network infrastructure or mass/public transport #so theyre taking baseless decisions w/o regarding the effects thatll have in the economy of people and small businesses set in these areas #real life consequences that could impoverish the population more #and be counterproductive in regards to its goals

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