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I think the idea of Miles being “betrayed” by Gwen, Peter, and Peni is really interesting to think/talk about

I personally feel that when it comes to betraying someone, there has to be intentionality behind it; if it wasn’t intentional, then I don’t think betray is the appropriate word to use for it (granted I’m no dictionary, that’s just what I think)

What happened with Gwen and the others was unintentional; they were in an incredibly tight and uncomfortable place in regards to Miles and Miguel (being friends with Miles and wanting what’s best for him, and working for Miguel and not wanting to disobey him because they think/thought that he knows best) and I don’t disregard that at all

So did they betray Miles? No, I don’t think so. But, does Miles feel betrayed by them and their actions? And is he valid for feeling so? Absolutely yes to both of those things

woke: being spider-man is a metaphor for being queer

bespoke: the idea/feeling of being in the closet is not unique to being queer, but can in fact be relevant to various aspects of life, both in fiction and in reality

broke: SPIDER-MAN ISNT GAY 😭😭😡😡😡

i think one of the most important things i’ve learned this last year is how labels are supposed to accommodate and describe us rather than act as strict parameters for who we allow ourselves to be (this applies to pretty much every type of label but i’m more specifically talking abt sexuality here).

for me, the term bisexual best describes my sexuality so it’s what i use. if in the future i realise it’s not a good fit anymore i can just stop using it and either be label-less or find a different one. changing labels doesn’t invalidate the feelings and experiences i’ve had, it just shows i’ve learnt more about myself as a person. it doesn’t mean i lied abt being bi either, just that i’ve figured out it’s not quite who i am.

realising this has made me so much more comfortable about calling myself bi, bc for a long time when i was questioning i was so scared that i was lying bc i didn’t feel i had enough ‘proof’ that this was a term i could use. but it’s not me that has to squeeze myself into the box i think i need to be in, but instead just living and trying new things and if i feel like i’ve found a place for myself i can stay for as long as it feels right - whether that be for good or not.

you know when you're inadvertently apart of a random of a piece of media you've never consumed because a mutual keeps you in the loop? that's my favourite thing about this website.

i love seeing how creative & inspired people are here and i love hearing about hyperfixations i know nothing off.

i love seeing the pure joy radiate off of pieces of fanart. i love reading passionate analyses about the most niche little things. i love being kept in the loop about what aesthetics are attracting people. i wanna audibly let out a intense flow of air out of my nose as a way to laugh at a meme i have no understanding of whatsoever

and the best case scenario? (this has happened since i joined here 12 years ago), i end up finding a new favourite piece of media and i already am in on all the inside jokes, fun bits of trivia, ect !

when my mutuals get excited about their favourite things i am totally on board with them, may we thrive in each other's joy 💜

NO LIES DETECTED.

A Piece On Sustainable Tourism

Travel Truths: Clearing the Air on Sustainable Tourism

  With the push for environmental conservation stronger than ever, more and more people are now practicing lifestyle changes that can help make our world a better place to live in. Even the way we travel has affected millions of eco-conscious individuals to the point where they seek alternative avenues to make their journeys more conscientious to the well-being of the planet. And part of this burgeoning movement within the green revolution is what many environmentalists call “sustainable tourism”.

In recent years, global tourism has been leaning towards a more sustainable approach in order to entice travelers, backpackers, and adventurers to be more aware of where they are going and what exactly they’ll be doing to help save the places they are visiting. Despite this gradual paradigm shift in the international travel scene, a lot of people still don’t understand what sustainable tourism is about. So what exactly does “sustainable tourism” even mean? What does it even entail?

Well, according to the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), sustainable tourism is defined as “a form of tourism that participates in the management of all resources that fulfill economic, social, and aesthetic needs while maintaining cultural integrity, biological diversity, and environmental quality.” In this regard, in order for a certain destination to be considered as a sustainable tourism hot spot, it must address three key factors—environmental, socio-cultural, and economic.

Environmental

Travelers going to nature-crafted places, as opposed to destinations constructed by human hands, is a common misconception about sustainable tourism. The truth is, any location around the world can be dubbed as a sustainable location for travel, provided that the locals are committed to preserving the natural (forests, mountains, rivers, etc.) or the artificial (villages, historical ruins, iconic monuments, etc.) destinations for the sake of future generations.

Socio-cultural

Many exotic destinations around the world are now swarmed by foreign visitors, and this, in effect, produces a typical clash of cultures that could negatively affect the tourism rate of a given country. Sustainable tourism in socio-cultural aspect means travelers should respect local customs, traditions, and beliefs while making a genuine effort of supporting the indigenous culture of the place they are visiting. A good example of this would be to actively participate in non-profit volunteer work to help build shelters in developing nations so that one may be able to see and understand how people live in different environments.

Economic

A large part of global tourism involves economics, for even the most beautiful beach resorts in the Pacific Islands or remote mountain villages in South America cannot be sustained without the financial gain they generate from countless travelers who explore their wonders. The locals of such popular tourist destinations must defend their rights to earn from local tourism and should not let foreign-operated businesses dominate. The locals must be able to prosper side by side with their local showcase. 

Bottom Line

With the subject of sustainable tourism cleared, it should be clear to you also that it actually promotes a positive effect towards millions of people and not just towards the destinations travelers explore on an annual basis. When it comes right down to the wire, tourism is a two-way street: visitors help boost the tourism rate of several countries while the local community provides a unique experience to travelers seeking fresh perspective.

So the next time you want to go on a vacation, ask yourself: is the place I’m going to fulfill the necessary requirements that make it sustainable?

If it ticks all the boxes for sustainable tourism, then you’re certainly good to go for an adventure of a lifetime!

currently thinking about how the Tower of Babel actually happened. but it wasn’t a curse from a god, we didn’t do anything to earn it, it’s just a process that happened and continues to happen slowly and steadily across time.

the real Tower of Babel is the sharing of culture, of conversation and companionship. each connection made changes both sides just a little, until it becomes unclear whether there was any sides to begin with. our ways of speaking are composites of the expressions of everyone we’ve ever known and loved. to be known and loved is to be changed irrevocably, and to bring about change.

and i think that’s beautiful.

the japanese “-ne?” particle and the british slang term “innit” serve the same function