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podencos:

Ooh I’ve been thinking abt this since I saw the message in my inbox… here is what has flitted from my head and into my notes app… mostly these are thoughts and feelings I’ve had when in conversation w friends and neighbors and waiters and strangers abt new years intentions

in:

• daily movement
• hurricane table lamps
• inner tubing down rivers
• kite flying and cloud gazing
• celebrating the faith you have in yourself
• monthly sleepovers in your living room
• nurturing the spiritual connection between yourself and the universe
• weekends away from the digital realm
• dating your friends and yourself too
• waking up to watch the sunrise
• taking yourself seriously while remembering that life is a friend you share inside jokes w
• cleaning up trash from around your neighborhood
• tending to and razing and cultivating the ecosystem of your inner sanctum
• floating off into the cosmos sometimes
• keeping your creativity alive
• rice wax candles
• being actively solicitous toward others so you exercise the muscle of practicing kindness and patience w yourself too
• cooking at home w seasonal produce
• veiling the interior of your life w privacy / only sharing what really matters w the people you’re closest to
• writing by hand
• flash photography
• cold plunges
• knowing that in another dimension this is your dream life

out:

• mindless purchasing
• setting your intuition aside
• trying to forge common ground regardless of incompatibility
• absorbing life’s energetic clutter
• shrouding yourself in synthetic materials (wearing too much polyester, speaking unkindly to yourself, being disconnected from nature, etc)
• rumination lol
• I really want everyone I care abt to promise they’ll stop checking on people who aren’t part of their life anymore so I guess not letting the past live in your periphery…

howelljenkins:

howelljenkins:

having to come to terms with the fact that love is not an everlasting performance in which you attempt to retain the attention of your significant other but rather a release of control and putting faith into them and trusting them to choose to stay with you no matter what you have to offer

to love and be loved is to rest

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orpheuslament:

Ritual Is Journey, Chris Abani

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redrola:

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podencos:

just… learn to change the oil in your car, know how to darn a hole in your favorite sweater, take no for an answer sometimes, accept when you don’t know something, think critically, discern when to stand up for yourself and when to back down, possess integrity, hold yourself gracefully, be comfortable w eating alone and even more comfortable w being put in awkward positions, develop rituals and habits, observe as much as but hopefully more than you judge, talk freely but listen actively, if you offer unsolicited advice be willing to also receive it, apologize for interrupting I don’t care if you grew up culturally doing that it’s respectful to maintain awareness of the world you weren’t raised in, shop w a grocery list rather than by the seat of your pants, pick your friends up from and drop them off at the airport, have hobbies that hone your craft, speaking of honing your craft: take your creativity seriously by continuously challenging and sharpening it, this one can be endlessly trying but working to cultivate a healthy relationship w what troubles you rather than resorting to castigating yourself upon approaching that which is unfamiliar, never show up empty handed to someone’s home for the first time, and help them clean up at the end of the evening, but leave as soon as you start wanting to go home so you don’t tinge the otherwise enjoyable time you had w irritation, date yourself, do the dishes before bed, also make your bed every morning, and clean parts of your home everyday, always seek knowledge beyond traditional education, move your body as much as it allows so you may sustain some sort of secure relationship w it as you age, judge the capacity as much as you do the intent, have a curiosity-driven mindset, know that you and the world you live in are mutable, value different perspectives but remain steadfast in your principals and beliefs, write by hand as much as you type, take initiative without prompting, seek help when and where necessary, learn to be financially literate, have friends who are significantly older than you (some of my dearest friends are in their 50s and 70s), learn from failures and setbacks by acknowledging and growing beyond your limitations, be the friend you wish(ed) you had by building and maintaining meaningful connections, embrace opportunities for personal and professional growth, recognize both the importance of compromise and when to choose discord over maintaining the peace, express gratitude regularly

cocainejuul:

La amo

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widewaterwoman:

Iyanah for Out Of Blue swim

zegalba:

Church of Santo Stefano at Ponte, Florence (1574) Designed By: Bernardo Bountalenti

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princessparadoxical:

“You don’t know anyone at the party, so you don’t want to go. You don’t like cottage cheese, so you haven’t eaten it in years. This is your choice, of course, but don’t kid yourself: it’s also the flinch. Your personality is not set in stone. You may think a morning coffee is the most enjoyable thing in the world, but it’s really just a habit. Thirty days without it, and you would be fine. You think you have a soul mate, but in fact you could have had any number of spouses. You would have evolved differently, but been just as happy. You can change what you want about yourself at any time. You see yourself as someone who can’t write or play an instrument, who gives in to temptation or makes bad decisions, but that’s really not you. It’s not ingrained. It’s not your personality. Your personality is something else, something deeper than just preferences, and these details on the surface, you can change anytime you like. If it is useful to do so, you must abandon your identity and start again. Sometimes, it’s the only way.”

— Julien Smith, The Flinch (via wnq-anonymous)

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moonbroth:

moodboard

coven-of-genesis:

Ways to increase luck in your home

Increasing luck energy in your home can be approached from various perspectives, such as feng shui, positive mindset, and creating a harmonious environment.

Here are a few ways to enhance luck energy in your home:

1. Declutter and Organize: Keep your living space clean, tidy, and clutter-free. Clutter can obstruct the flow of positive energy, so creating a well-organized environment allows luck to circulate freely.

2. Enhance Natural Light: Open curtains and blinds to allow natural light to enter your home. Natural light promotes a sense of positivity and vitality, creating a brighter and more auspicious atmosphere.

3. Use Colors Wisely: Incorporate colors associated with luck and prosperity, such as red, gold, purple, and green. You can use these colors in your decor, artwork, or accessories to infuse positive energy into your surroundings.

4. Add Plants and Fresh Flowers: Plants and flowers bring life and vibrancy into your home. Choose plants with rounded leaves, such as jade plants or money plants, as they are believed to attract wealth and good fortune.

5. Create a Welcoming Entrance: The entrance to your home is important in inviting positive energy. Keep it clean, well-lit, and clutter-free. Consider adding auspicious symbols or a beautiful doormat to create a positive first impression.

6. Arrange Furniture Thoughtfully: Arrange furniture in a way that promotes a smooth flow of energy throughout your home. Avoid blocking doorways or obstructing pathways with furniture, as it may impede luck energy.

7. Display Symbols of Luck: Decorate your home with symbols of luck and prosperity, such as a laughing Buddha, lucky coins, or a horseshoe. These symbols are believed to attract positive energy and good fortune.

Remember, the concept of luck can vary from person to person, so it’s essential to create an environment that resonates with your own beliefs and preferences.

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leroibobo:

some māqams abandoned/destroyed/appropriated in palestine after the 1948 nakba:

1. māqam al-khidr in the village of al-bassa.
2. māqam al-shaykhh mansour in the village of farradiyya.
3. māqam al-nabi shwami in the village of lubya.
4. maqam al-shaykh sultan badr in dayr al-shaykh
5. māqam al-sheikh amir in the village of jab'a.
6. māqam al-nabi yamin in the former village of kafr saba.
7. māqam al-shaykh ‘abd allah in the village of umm al-shawf.
8. māqam al-nabi kifl in the village of dayr tarif.
9. māqam al-shaykh tamim in the former village of bayt jibrin.

maqāms are shrines built on sites associated with saints or other religious figures, common in palestine and syria. rooted in ancient semitic, jewish, samaritan, and christian traditions, māqams are usually associated with islam today in a reflection of palestinians’ and syrians’ changing demographics; though some are considered holy by members of other abrahamic religions (such as maqam al-nabi yamin, which is thought by jews to house the body of the biblical character benjamin).

in palestine, many muslim villagers weren’t easily able to access a mosque for a long time, and māqams served the purpose of a place of worship - including for christian and jewish neighbors.

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bakwaaas:

made pasta 2day

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