Do you ever agonize over which photo to choose out of a group of them that you took?

I took a batch in April at the beach and then I couldn't decide, so I figured I would wait and go back to them at a later date. Well, I did....same problem though. Too hard to pick which one. I start to overthink.... and then they all have different elements to them. I like to change things up in my stream in case you haven't noticed. I don't like posting a few of the same kind of thing together. It's just me and my randomness.

So, I got tired of going back and forth and just chose this one. It seemed to have a bunch of things going on to satisfy my randomness and change things up attitude. Oh well, some of the others may pop up at a later date. We'll see.

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Below you will find our collection of Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans. Be strong because the beginnings to great things are always the hardest. It’s never wrong to love. What’s wrong is allowing yourself to get hurt over and over again by the same person for the same reason. Don’t believe everything you hear. There are always three sides to a story. yours, theirs and the truth. Its hard to reveal your true emotions But its also hard to keep and swallow your own pain to pretend you’re totally fine. Don’t pretend you care when you actually don’t. that’s one of the worst things you can do to a person. Beautiful Quotes on Life Mistakes are proof that you’re trying. Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans What others think about you is not important. What you think about yourself means everything. The strongest people aren’t always the people who win, but the people who don’t give up when they lose. Why compare yourself with others? No one in the entire world can do a better job of being you than you. Know your worth. Know when you have had enough. And move on from the people who keep ruining your happiness. Stop stressing over things you can’t control or change. Overthinking leads to negative thoughts. Be grateful and focus on the positive! Cry as hard as you want to. But always make sure: when you stop crying, you’ll never cry for the same reason again. Never change who you are just because you’re afraid of losing them. If they really love you, your imperfections won’t matter. Sometimes, you just need a break. in a beautiful place. alone. to figure everything out. I am a strong person, but every once in a while, I wish someone would hold my hand and tell me that everything’s going to be ok. You are valuable and irreplaceable. If you are ever told otherwise, do not believe it. Everything is going to be alright, maybe not today, but eventually. Life is tough, but you must be tougher. Stay strong. Let them wonder how you handled it. Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans When two people really care about each other, they will always look for a way to make it work, no matter how hard it is. When two people really care about each other, they will always look for a way to make it work, no matter how hard it is. The last person on your mind before you close your eyes at night is either the reason for your happiness or pain. Shoutout to everyone who’s trying to get their life together. Working on yourself is the hardest part of life by far. The rest comes after. Sometimes you never know the true value of a moment until it becomes a memory that you wish you could experience again. Some people aren’t actually anti social, they’re just very selective when it comes to the people they associate with. Stop looking for reasons to be unhappy. Focus on the things you do have, and the reasons you should be happy. Your body makes you sexy. Your smile makes you pretty. But your personality makes you beautiful. Don’t be afraid of change. You may end up losing something good, but you will probably end up gaining something better. Theres a difference between somebody who wants you and somebody who would do anything to keep you. remember that. While missing someone, your emotions are more likely to go from happiness to sadness instantly. Women are more attracted to someone with the ability to make them laugh. Laughter strengthens relationships. Don’t be afraid to do something just because you’re scared of what people are going to say about you. People will judge you no matter what. the worst feeling in the world is knowing you did the best that you could, and it still wasn’t good enough. If you’re being true to yourself and it isn’t enough for the people around you, maybe it’s time to change the people around you. Surround yourself with those who bring out the best in you, not the stress in you. We can smile even though we are hurting and we can feel happy even though we are unhappy. It’s called strength. Cutting people from your life does not mean you hate them, it simply means, you respect yourself. Don’t compare your progress with that of others. We all need our own time to travel our own distance. Best Quotation for Life & Cool Quotes About Life The post Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans appeared first on Quotesing.

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China's metal export restrictions: Implications for chipmaker companies

Harsh Kumar, Piper Sandler managing director, joins CNBC's 'Power Lunch' to discuss why he believes not all chipmakers take a direct hit from China's curb on the rare metals used in semiconductors and more

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xr8Ngn6FpaE

www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/pentagon-has-strategi...

Pentagon has strategic germanium stockpile but no gallium reserves

Reuters

July 6, 2023

Germanium is used in high-speed computer chips, plastics and military applications such as night-vision devices, as well as satellite imagery sensors. Gallium is used in radar and radio communication devices, satellites and LEDs.

While major defense contractors like Lockheed Martin Corp (LMT.N) may not buy gallium and germanium directly, they likely purchase semiconductors from suppliers who source Chinese gallium and germanium, said Arun Seraphin, executive director for the National Defense Industrial Association’s Emerging Technologies Institute.

Restrictions on that supply potentially “slows down the production of DoD systems” or “ratchets up the cost,” he said.

www.globaltimes.cn/page/202307/1293811.shtml

Is China's export control a precise counterattack against US, Japan and the Netherlands?: Global Times editorial

The measures taken by China in recent years to safeguard national security and interests have often been subjected to excessive interpretation and reaction from the US and Western countries. The recent decision by China to implement export controls on gallium and germanium-related items is no exception. Although Chinese authorities have said this is a common international practice and not targeted at any specific country, certain countries have felt "targeted," leading to a series of doubts, questions, and even accusations.

There are mainly two points that these people are criticizing about. First, they believe that China is indeed targeting specific countries by precisely counterattacking the semiconductor equipment export controls imposed by the US, Japan and the Netherlands. Does this contradict China's consistent opposition to the abuse of export controls? Second, they claim China's actions may violate regulations of the World Trade Organization (WTO) and are detrimental to the stability of the semiconductor supply chain. Both of these points are baseless.

Whether it is a precise counterattack against the discriminatory policies of the US, Japan, and the Netherlands toward China can be left for them to ponder. It is nothing wrong to make those who have done bad things to China feel uneasy and unsettled. Gallium and germanium are key raw materials used in the production of semiconductors, missile systems, solar cells, and other high-tech products. If China exports them to these countries, but they prohibit the export of high-tech products made from these materials to China, this is clearly unfair in terms of trade. If the US uses them to produce high-end military equipment, it may even pose a threat to China's national security. China's export control is justifiable in terms of reason and law. It needs to be emphasized that this is entirely different from the US' abuse of export controls.

China's export control measures have always adhered to the principles of fairness, reasonableness, and non-discrimination, and are committed to maintaining the security and stability of the global production and supply chains. As for whether these measures violate WTO regulations this time, it is more of a technical issue. China is recognized as an exemplary member of the WTO, in sharp contrast with the US, who has trampled on WTO rules and principles. Despite having larger reserves of germanium than China, the US has protected germanium as a defense reserve resource since 1984 and has hardly conducted any mining activities. In a sense, China's implementation of export controls on gallium and germanium may have come a bit late. China has no reason to excessively deplete its strategic resources to meet the demands of unfriendly countries.

Currently, there is an abnormal phenomenon in the international community. The US has engaged in too many acts of undermining international rules and seems to be unconcerned about the accumulating "debts." It is a bit taken for granted. On the other hand, China's legitimate actions are often magnified and exaggerated by external forces. What's even more despicable is that the US often takes the lead in pointing fingers at China, without any sense of guilt or shame. The US, which seriously lacks a moral bottom line in the international arena, enjoys morally blackmailing China, which is truly absurd. Dealing with such a US, China also needs to adapt.

To contain and suppress China, the US has imposed various export restrictions on China to an unprecedented extent, and these restrictions are escalating and expanding. There are currently no signs of any easing or cessation. It is reported that the Biden administration is considering a new round of high-tech investment bans on China. When the US treats China in this way, it should not expect China to remain silent and not fight back; that is impossible. However, China will not be as unscrupulous and rule-breaking as the US. Nevertheless, we do have a considerable toolbox to retaliate and make countries that harm China's interests pay a price.

The US Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen is about to visit China. Is China announcing the export control measures at this time to give Yellen a warning? This is overthinking. China doesn't need to do this, but it will not postpone or cancel planned measures just because a senior US official is coming to create a favorable atmosphere. That's how things stand. The people who are most dramatic about China's every move are often the ones with the strongest malicious intent toward China. Their interpretations are bound to be distorted, so it is necessary to make them feel uncomfortable.

www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/companies-respond-chi...

Companies respond to China's curbs on gallium and germanium exports

* Volkswagen (VOWG_p.DE) said on July 6 it was monitoring the situation on raw materials markets and was "ready to take measures together with its partners if necessary". The German automaker said gallium and germanium played a role in future autonomous driving functions.

* Taiwan's TSMC (2330.TW), the world's largest contract chipmaker, said it did not expect any direct impact on its production but would continue monitoring the situation.

* Dutch-based, Nasdaq-listed chipmaker NXP Semiconductors (NXPI.O) said it expected no material impact on its business.

* Microchip Technology (MCHP.O) said its initial assessment is that there will not be a material impact.

* An Intel (INTC.O) spokesman said on July 5 the company was assessing the ministry's statement, adding: "Our strategy of having a diverse, global supply chain minimizes our risk to local changes and interruptions."

* A source at Infineon (IFXGn.DE) said most of the German chipmaker's supplies come from outside of China.

* Stellantis (STLAM.MI) Chief Executive Carlos Tavares said the restrictions on gallium and germanium exports should not push Western companies to "decouple" from China.

"We are not in a war with any Chinese suppliers ... in this case, it is up to the European Union to collaborate with Chinese authorities to find a solution," Tavares said.

* Navitas Semiconductor Corp (NVTS.O) said it expects no adverse effects on its business, adding: "Significant sources of gallium are available worldwide, as it is a natural by-product in the production of other metals such as aluminum."

www.nbcnews.com/news/amp/rcna92812

China says it told the U.S. and Europe about the export controls in advance

A Commerce Ministry spokesperson said China used “dialogue channels” to notify other countries of planned curbs on two metals used in the manufacturing of semiconductors.

“Japan, Germany, and the Netherlands are the world’s top importers of Chinese gallium by volume, while Japan, France, Germany, and the U.S. lead in germanium imports.”

www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/us-says-it-opposes-ex...

US says it opposes export controls by China on metals, will consult allies

WASHINGTON, July 5 (Reuters) - The United States "firmly" opposes export controls announced by China on gallium and germanium, metals needed to produce semiconductors and other electronics, a U.S. Commerce Department spokesperson said on Wednesday, adding that Washington will consult its partners and allies to address the issue.

Earlier this week, China put export controls on gallium and germanium products, used in electric vehicles (EVs) and fiber optic cables. The abrupt announcement of controls from Aug. 1 has sent companies scrambling to secure supplies and bumped up prices.

Germanium is used in high-speed computer chips, plastics and in military applications such as night-vision devices, as well as satellite imagery sensors. Gallium is used in radar and radio communication devices, satellites and LEDs.

"These actions underscore the need to diversify supply chains. The United States will engage with our allies and partners to address this and to build resilience in critical supply chains," the Commerce Department spokesperson said in an emailed statement.

China's move, which its commerce ministry said was to protect national security, was seen by economic analysts as a response to escalating efforts by Washington to curb China's technological advances.

'Anxiety is a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome'. I have anxiety that is basically blowing things up out of proportion, and worrying about every little thing possible. What comes along with anxiety, is having a panic attack. For me, there is no set time that they last for. I have only had a couple, but they have not been pleasant. A 'panic attack is a sudden feeling of acute disabling anxiety'. When I experience one, I start to lose sight of reality, and I make things so much worse than they really are. I take short, fast breaths, I start crying, and I feel as if I am choking on my own thoughts. In my photos, I wanted to go through what panic attacks are like for me, and portray what it is like with water.

I chose to keep these photos in black and white, to block out unnecessary colors, and show how my perception changes. I had my younger brother lay in a bath tub filled with water, and symbolize what I go through during a panic attack, and with anxiety. My younger brother represents me struggling, and the water represents anxiety/a panic attack. The first photo represents how I start to feel uneasy, and start to overthink. I wanted this photo to be a little shaky so that I could represent how my perception starts to change. The second, third, and fourth photo show how I start to get lost in my thoughts, and the disorder is taking ahold of me. They also show how I am trying to breath, but I cannot quite catch my breath. The last photo represents me giving up almost, or trying to calm down while I am still having a panic attack. I like how my series turned out, and I was hoping to communicate what it is like for me when I deal with a panic attack, and anxiety.

Magnificent and just absolutely lovely

Object of years of overthinking, overtalking,

Overdaydreaming and overspeculating

'Anxiety is a feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome'. I have anxiety that is basically blowing things up out of proportion, and worrying about every little thing possible. What comes along with anxiety, is having a panic attack. For me, there is no set time that they last for. I have only had a couple, but they have not been pleasant. A 'panic attack is a sudden feeling of acute disabling anxiety'. When I experience one, I start to lose sight of reality, and I make things so much worse than they really are. I take short, fast breaths, I start crying, and I feel as if I am choking on my own thoughts. In my photos, I wanted to go through what panic attacks are like for me, and portray what it is like with water.

I chose to keep these photos in black and white, to block out unnecessary colors, and show how my perception changes. I had my younger brother lay in a bath tub filled with water, and symbolize what I go through during a panic attack, and with anxiety. My younger brother represents me struggling, and the water represents anxiety/a panic attack. The first photo represents how I start to feel uneasy, and start to overthink. I wanted this photo to be a little shaky so that I could represent how my perception starts to change. The second, third, and fourth photo show how I start to get lost in my thoughts, and the disorder is taking ahold of me. They also show how I am trying to breath, but I cannot quite catch my breath. The last photo represents me giving up almost, or trying to calm down while I am still having a panic attack. I like how my series turned out, and I was hoping to communicate what it is like for me when I deal with a panic attack, and anxiety.

Diskeater

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"don't wait for better days, these are the

times you came to have, looking to the past,

only keeps you stuck in a moment forever

lost, never to return again, be in this now,

.

this one moment is all there is, all at a glance,

all within reach, the future is not quite here yet,

and it is not promised to begin, so take a deep

breath in and embrace this moment today

.

for that is all you've got, the now, nothing

else exists, until you open up your heart and

take an action towards the next moment in

life, for that propels you forward in a flash

.

and as the momentum takes your breath

away, be quick on your feet and take a

chance at living your best life yet, overthinking

is overrated too, follow your heart to the end" sth

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Leon's dad overthinking the best way to put in the oak wooden floor.

A bit of a lazy shot today, but I'm not aiming for anything too high on the technical/aesthetic sense in my latest 365 attempt. I figure that if I overthink things, my chances of completing the challenge will decrease. If I'm happy just to take photos and record life - and not worry about "great pics"... then hopefully, I'd have a better chance of completing this challenge. At least, I'm hoping! :-D

The song that inspired this portrait was A mask of my own face by Lemon Demon, The composition is a little on the nose but I like how this song inspires a bit more depth of thought, considering the artist's generally lighthearted and comedic lyrics and attitude. It also serves as a comforting reminder to myself that I am not the only one overthinking behind an external impression.

September 21, 2018

Nami and Law -- Arrival at dressrosa --

I LoVe it when they're in the same panel ♥♥

Law gives nami a Vivre card, hmm. I know he gave it to nami in case something happens to them, but i read once that you give a vivre card to a person important to you that you want to reunite with after getting separated. ~ i'm overthinking things XD

Below you will find our collection of Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans. Be strong because the beginnings to great things are always the hardest. It’s never wrong to love. What’s wrong is allowing yourself to get hurt over and over again by the same person for the same reason. Don’t believe everything you hear. There are always three sides to a story. yours, theirs and the truth. Its hard to reveal your true emotions But its also hard to keep and swallow your own pain to pretend you’re totally fine. Don’t pretend you care when you actually don’t. that’s one of the worst things you can do to a person. Beautiful Quotes on Life Mistakes are proof that you’re trying. Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans What others think about you is not important. What you think about yourself means everything. The strongest people aren’t always the people who win, but the people who don’t give up when they lose. Why compare yourself with others? No one in the entire world can do a better job of being you than you. Know your worth. Know when you have had enough. And move on from the people who keep ruining your happiness. Stop stressing over things you can’t control or change. Overthinking leads to negative thoughts. Be grateful and focus on the positive! Cry as hard as you want to. But always make sure: when you stop crying, you’ll never cry for the same reason again. Never change who you are just because you’re afraid of losing them. If they really love you, your imperfections won’t matter. Sometimes, you just need a break. in a beautiful place. alone. to figure everything out. I am a strong person, but every once in a while, I wish someone would hold my hand and tell me that everything’s going to be ok. You are valuable and irreplaceable. If you are ever told otherwise, do not believe it. Everything is going to be alright, maybe not today, but eventually. Life is tough, but you must be tougher. Stay strong. Let them wonder how you handled it. Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans When two people really care about each other, they will always look for a way to make it work, no matter how hard it is. When two people really care about each other, they will always look for a way to make it work, no matter how hard it is. The last person on your mind before you close your eyes at night is either the reason for your happiness or pain. Shoutout to everyone who’s trying to get their life together. Working on yourself is the hardest part of life by far. The rest comes after. Sometimes you never know the true value of a moment until it becomes a memory that you wish you could experience again. Some people aren’t actually anti social, they’re just very selective when it comes to the people they associate with. Stop looking for reasons to be unhappy. Focus on the things you do have, and the reasons you should be happy. Your body makes you sexy. Your smile makes you pretty. But your personality makes you beautiful. Don’t be afraid of change. You may end up losing something good, but you will probably end up gaining something better. Theres a difference between somebody who wants you and somebody who would do anything to keep you. remember that. While missing someone, your emotions are more likely to go from happiness to sadness instantly. Women are more attracted to someone with the ability to make them laugh. Laughter strengthens relationships. Don’t be afraid to do something just because you’re scared of what people are going to say about you. People will judge you no matter what. the worst feeling in the world is knowing you did the best that you could, and it still wasn’t good enough. If you’re being true to yourself and it isn’t enough for the people around you, maybe it’s time to change the people around you. Surround yourself with those who bring out the best in you, not the stress in you. We can smile even though we are hurting and we can feel happy even though we are unhappy. It’s called strength. Cutting people from your life does not mean you hate them, it simply means, you respect yourself. Don’t compare your progress with that of others. We all need our own time to travel our own distance. Best Quotation for Life & Cool Quotes About Life The post Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans appeared first on Quotesing.

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So, not to overthink a four panel comic strip about tiny eels that never come out of their holes, but I was playing with a few things here... the first was timing. Does that beat come across in the third panel? The second was even more fiddly - I decided that I could do a more standard comic-y punch by using giant exclaimation points around weaver's head in panel 4 (similar to the wiggly reaction of bob in the "seasick" strip), but instead went for a more "sad trombone" ending. Was it the wrong move? (Rhetorical, I'm not actually expecting an answer...)

DAY 05: OUR REFLECTIONS

I know for many of us we hear 'reflection' and we think the mirror. And the mirror is often another place like through the camera where we might find old stories come up. We'll connect with the mirror later in class, but today is about reclaiming a playful and inquisitive relationship with our reflection. How did finding your reflection in this way feel?

From October 5, 2023: With photo challenges like this, I have to be careful that I don’t overthink a challenge & become paralyzed by the process. So, as I headed out, I reminded myself to keep it simple & just be mindful of recognizing those brief moments when my reflection appears on surfaces that aren’t traditionally considered mirrors.

With the injuries to my feet, my adventures have been confined to taking short drives to grocery stores, restaurants, pharmacies, & the hospital. Today was no different, as I drove from my Mom’s to Peace Arch Hospital. After registering, I head to the cafeteria to get an oatmeal cookie, a bottle of water, & a hot tea. When the cafe is closed, I stop to see what the vending machines have. When I was young, they stood as shrines of sugary, addictive junk food. But now they only offer purportedly healthy snack food items in each slot of every row. My finger reaches out to type 1, 4 & 4. The machine’s readout displays the price of a small bag of peanuts: $3.75. I roll my eyes at the price, even though I’ve purchased this item before & knew what it would say. I walk away, deciding not to get anything.

HOW IS BUILDING YOUR RELATIONSHIP TO YOURSELF THROUGH THE CAMERA FEELING FOR YOU SO FAR THIS MONTH?

We're only on Day 5, but we're already in the process of creating a habit of taking a selfie each day and building a relationship to ourselves through the camera. What has that relationship been in the past between you and a photo? And what would you like it to be like in the future? Proclaim it here in this space...what are some words to describe how you'd like your relationship to seeing yourself in photos be in the future? Open? Kind? Inquisitive? Exciting? Thoughtful? There is no right or wrong here...let whatever is coming up for you have a place to land here!

It can be a struggle to stop myself from binging. Crawl out of bed in a depressed state? Head to the kitchen to have a bowl of Corn-Pops; a few slices of toast with either butter, peanut butter, & jam on it, or instead of jam, honey; a muffin, heated with butter; a few glasses of fruit juice; a small yogurt with granola sprinkled on top; & a large cup of tea with milk. Head back to bed. When I’m driving, it can be a challenge not to turn into some place like the Dairy Queen to order a chocolate dipped vanilla soft serve cone, or a peanut buster parfait. And it’s also a challenge not to load up on an extra large popcorn; Reese’s Pieces peanuts wrapped in smooth peanut butter & a crunchy candy shell; as well as an extra large Coca-Cola when I go to the movies.

Even writing this reflection in bed makes me wonder what junk may be sitting in the cupboard, the fridge, or hidden in the garage. I haven’t gained weight since my stroke, but it’s a fear. I hate fat Steve. He kept me from being photographed with friends, & in selfies.

(278/365).

This was originally posted on Instagram.

Today’s photo prompt and reflective journaling questions for today was a part of the BE YOUR OWN BELOVED photo workshop challenge which is run several times throughout the year by photographer VIVIENNE McMASTER. It’s well worth signing up for, and doing alongside other participants.

Below you will find our collection of Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans. Be strong because the beginnings to great things are always the hardest. It’s never wrong to love. What’s wrong is allowing yourself to get hurt over and over again by the same person for the same reason. Don’t believe everything you hear. There are always three sides to a story. yours, theirs and the truth. Its hard to reveal your true emotions But its also hard to keep and swallow your own pain to pretend you’re totally fine. Don’t pretend you care when you actually don’t. that’s one of the worst things you can do to a person. Beautiful Quotes on Life Mistakes are proof that you’re trying. Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans What others think about you is not important. What you think about yourself means everything. The strongest people aren’t always the people who win, but the people who don’t give up when they lose. Why compare yourself with others? No one in the entire world can do a better job of being you than you. Know your worth. Know when you have had enough. And move on from the people who keep ruining your happiness. Stop stressing over things you can’t control or change. Overthinking leads to negative thoughts. Be grateful and focus on the positive! Cry as hard as you want to. But always make sure: when you stop crying, you’ll never cry for the same reason again. Never change who you are just because you’re afraid of losing them. If they really love you, your imperfections won’t matter. Sometimes, you just need a break. in a beautiful place. alone. to figure everything out. I am a strong person, but every once in a while, I wish someone would hold my hand and tell me that everything’s going to be ok. You are valuable and irreplaceable. If you are ever told otherwise, do not believe it. Everything is going to be alright, maybe not today, but eventually. Life is tough, but you must be tougher. Stay strong. Let them wonder how you handled it. Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans When two people really care about each other, they will always look for a way to make it work, no matter how hard it is. When two people really care about each other, they will always look for a way to make it work, no matter how hard it is. The last person on your mind before you close your eyes at night is either the reason for your happiness or pain. Shoutout to everyone who’s trying to get their life together. Working on yourself is the hardest part of life by far. The rest comes after. Sometimes you never know the true value of a moment until it becomes a memory that you wish you could experience again. Some people aren’t actually anti social, they’re just very selective when it comes to the people they associate with. Stop looking for reasons to be unhappy. Focus on the things you do have, and the reasons you should be happy. Your body makes you sexy. Your smile makes you pretty. But your personality makes you beautiful. Don’t be afraid of change. You may end up losing something good, but you will probably end up gaining something better. Theres a difference between somebody who wants you and somebody who would do anything to keep you. remember that. While missing someone, your emotions are more likely to go from happiness to sadness instantly. Women are more attracted to someone with the ability to make them laugh. Laughter strengthens relationships. Don’t be afraid to do something just because you’re scared of what people are going to say about you. People will judge you no matter what. the worst feeling in the world is knowing you did the best that you could, and it still wasn’t good enough. If you’re being true to yourself and it isn’t enough for the people around you, maybe it’s time to change the people around you. Surround yourself with those who bring out the best in you, not the stress in you. We can smile even though we are hurting and we can feel happy even though we are unhappy. It’s called strength. Cutting people from your life does not mean you hate them, it simply means, you respect yourself. Don’t compare your progress with that of others. We all need our own time to travel our own distance. Best Quotation for Life & Cool Quotes About Life The post Amazing Quotes About Life & Life Slogans appeared first on Quotesing.

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for day 31: black & white. was overthinking this one way too much and decided to just snap a quick pic of whatever :P

Overthinking.

Day 57 of the 365 days challenge.

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Here's how the 365 project works for me. I come up with ideas, and that's mainly what dictates what I do, but I also pay attention to how many color pictures I do versus black and white, makeup and no makeup, glasses and no glasses. Like today: I wanted to do fun makeup, but I knew it would be the third day in a row I did weird makeup (if gummy savers count as "makeup," that is). So I did another cold-toned picture, since I've mostly been doing warm tones.

I overthink everything. And sticking shiny stuff on my face has been a proud tradition since Day 8.

I learned how to notice the rhythm of my own inhale because a stubborn gelding named Jasper decided my shoulders were doing an impression of a question mark. He nudged my forearm with the precision of a somatic GPS and, without a single clinical sentence, taught me to land in my body. Somatic experiencing with horses is exactly that kind of teaching: grounded, immediate, and occasionally hilarious when a 1,000-pound teacher corrects your posture.

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### Core concept

Somatic experiencing is a body-first approach to healing that focuses on sensations, impulses, and the nervous system’s capacity to complete interrupted defensive responses. When you bring a horse into that work, the animal becomes an unflinching mirror of what your body is carrying. Horses don’t argue, analyze, or offer sympathy— they reflect tension, breath, and attention in real time, which gives clients a direct pathway into felt experience and regulation.

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### How a session unfolds

Sessions begin simply: arriving, breathing, and standing in a shared space with the horse. The therapist offers gentle invitations to notice sensation, to make micro-movements, and to follow the body’s small impulses without forcing anything. The horse responds—by approaching, stepping back, softening its neck, or flicking an ear. The therapist helps translate those responses into opportunities for titrated experiments in regulation: slower exhales, a small shoulder roll, or the completion of a once-abrupted movement. Progress often looks quiet and incremental; progress feels different because it is felt.

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### Why horses amplify somatic work

Horses are prey animals with exquisitely tuned nervous systems. They pick up on micro-signals we don’t always notice—tiny shifts in breathing, jaw tension, gaze. That sensitivity makes them powerful co-regulators: a calm, steady horse can invite the human nervous system to match that steadiness. For people whose trauma sits below language, the immediacy of equine feedback bypasses rumination and reaches the body directly, creating new patterns of safety, movement, and agency.

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### Therapeutic mechanisms in action

- **Co-regulation:** The horse’s calm rhythm offers a template the client can resonate with, restoring an internal sense of steadiness.

- **Titration:** Small, manageable steps prevent re-traumatization and allow the nervous system to complete defensive cycles safely.

- **Resourcing:** The horse and the environment provide felt anchors—warmth, breath, posture—that the client can return to outside sessions.

- **Feedback loop:** Honest, nonverbal reactions from the horse teach noticing and adaptive response faster than words alone.

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### Practical considerations and therapist reflection

Not every horse is a therapist and not every client will connect with animals. Safe work requires trained facilitators, careful matching of client and equine, and facilities that prioritize bodily and physical safety. When it’s done well, however, the transformation is tangible: clients report being less dissociated, more present, and more confident in setting boundaries.

On a personal note, I’ve watched brave people arrive wired tight and leave with a new understanding of what calm actually feels like. Once, a client who couldn’t name a single sensation at the start of a session laughed out loud when a horse leaned into her hand and she realized her breath had slowed—she said it felt like finding a lost room in her own body. Jasper’s nudge had nothing to do with brilliance and everything to do with honesty: the horse responded to presence, not story, and that plain truth is what makes equine somatic work catalytic.

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### Closing take

Transformative equine sessions are less about spectacle and more about practice: the patient, embodied learning of how to be with sensation, complete small impulses, and discover a steadyer nervous system. Horses give us immediate, clear feedback that short-circuits overthinking and invites the body to remember how to regulate. The results are often humble—slower breath, softer shoulders, a quiet smile—but they are also profoundly durable. If healing is an apprenticeship with your own nervous system, horses are wise, blunt, and unforgettable teachers.

Gen-Z - thinks - overthinks - develops - imagines - everyday life is hard to manage - disappears into the world of old books - it is hard to be 'the last generation' - the responsibility is exhausting - Part 1

Gen-Z - thinks - overthinks - develops - imagines - everyday life is hard to manage - disappears into the world of old books - it is hard to be 'the last generation' - the responsibility is exhausting - Part 1

One of my new-year's resolutions was to do things that I should have done a long time ago. I've forgiven some that I hadn't talked to in years, including my father, I've been doing things rather than just thinking about them - including this. I've wanted to get this done since I was in high school but never did because of overthinking too much. There's always going to be a reason not to do things and that shouldn't stop anyone from doing something crazy every once in a while.

If you're squeemish and can't see blood, sorry. I can't clean it until tomorrow or I risk irritating the wound. I wanted to get the shot within hours of getting it done and that meant having to have the blood in there. I would have photoshopped it out but A) it's hard to get rid of that properly and B) I think it looks cool! :)

danb

overthinking hurts sometimes.

Dec. 2013

Camera: My Sister

MakeUp: Myself

Worrying about problems that only exist in your head

Own photography

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see bumper reflection.........this is probably the only time i have looked thin in decades!!!

#ds618 Illustrate the word equality today with a photograph that shows your favorite interpretation....

an illusion-- when the inner me and the outer reflection of me match ~GRIN~

....[this was a very difficult assignment for me cause i tend to overthink *everything*.

so i went for some humor.]

sorry, crow, not my mirror shot cause it's not in b&w

CMWD_red

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