Quieting The Inner Critic

Quieting The Inner Critic

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Most of us have had or still have a voice in our head telling us that we're not good enough, that we're unlikeable and that we will always fail whatever comes out way. Fortunately there are ways to challenge these thoughts.โ€ฆ

The One Night Stand Turns Out To Be My Professor

The One Night Stand Turns Out To Be My Professor

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We should be doing this," I mumbled, yet I bent my neck for him, giving him better access to it."Yes we shouldn't," he answered, but his hands were sliding under my skirt and pulling my panties down."If we get caught," I muttered, moaning as his fingers found my slick entrance and he rubbed. My knees shook but he held me against himself with his other hand."If we get caught," he repeated. It was as if this had become some sort of game between him and I. Repeating each other's words like this."I could be expelled and your job would be taken from you," I completed."Yes, that could happen," he answered with a nod of his head. He moved away from me and stared into my eyes. "But it won't happen. We won't get caught. I won't tell, if won't tell.""I'd be crazy to tell someone," I answered, my eyes searching his."Hmm," he answered with a nod of his head. His face was blank and it was quite hard to know if he was already rethinking what we were doing. I wouldn't blame him if he was. Why would he thro away his career for me?He sidestepped me and walked to the door, locking it behind us. "Now I'm going to need you to be quiet. Can you do that?""Can you be quiet for me?" He asked again. "You need to be quiet if you don't want them to catch us," he told me.I nodded my head, staring into his eyes. Yes. I could be quiet for him. I would be quiet for him."Use your words, sweetie," he murmured as he walked back to me and placed his hands under my chin, raising it up."Yes," I breathed out."Good girl. On your knees," he commanded.****When your one night stand turns out to be your professor, there's only one thing to do- continue to sleep with him. And that was exactly what Sophia is going to do.She's faced with a forbidden attraction that's hard to resist until she finds out his dark secret; he's a vampire. Will her passion overcome the secrets he had been hiding from her or will the shadows tear them apart?โ€ฆ

Neighbours [CHIYEON]

Neighbours [CHIYEON]

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One fateful night turns Ahyeon's life upside down. On her way home, she accidentally hits a skateboarder - a stranger with bright eyes and an unpredictable character. Ahyeon can't stop thinking about the incident, but Chiquita, the girl she hit, disappears without a trace, leaving only questions behind.However, when a new family moves into the empty house next door, Ahyeon realizes that her new neighbor is none other than Chiquita. From that moment on, their lives become strangely intertwined: irritation mixed with funny coincidences, petty arguments, and unexpected moments of understanding. Ahyeon quickly realizes that life with Chiquita next door promises to be anything but boring.______ENGLISH IS NOT MY NATIVE LANGUAGE!thank you โ€š')โ€ฆ

stargazing || yoon jeonghan

stargazing || yoon jeonghan

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๐˜ฌ๐˜ช๐˜ฎ ๐˜บ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ๐˜ข ๐˜ญ๐˜ฐ๐˜ท๐˜ฆ๐˜ด ๐˜ด๐˜ต๐˜ข๐˜ณ๐˜จ๐˜ข๐˜ป๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜จ ๐˜ข๐˜ญ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ๐˜ฆ ๐˜ฆ๐˜ท๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ๐˜บ ๐˜ฏ๐˜ช๐˜จ๐˜ฉ๐˜ต, ๐˜ฃ๐˜ถ๐˜ต ๐˜ธ๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ ๐˜ด๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฆ๐˜ต๐˜ด ๐˜บ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ ๐˜ซ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ๐˜จ๐˜ฉ๐˜ข๐˜ฏ, ๐˜ต๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ๐˜ช๐˜ณ ๐˜ฒ๐˜ถ๐˜ช๐˜ฆ๐˜ต ๐˜ค๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ๐˜ฏ๐˜ฆ๐˜ค๐˜ต๐˜ช๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ ๐˜จ๐˜ณ๐˜ฐ๐˜ธ๐˜ด ๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜ต๐˜ฐ ๐˜ด๐˜ฐ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฆ๐˜ต๐˜ฉ๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜จ ๐˜ฎ๐˜ฐ๐˜ณ๐˜ฆ. ๐˜ต๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ๐˜บ ๐˜ง๐˜ข๐˜ญ๐˜ญ ๐˜ง๐˜ฐ๐˜ณ ๐˜ฆ๐˜ข๐˜ค๐˜ฉ ๐˜ฐ๐˜ต๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ ๐˜ถ๐˜ฏ๐˜ฅ๐˜ฆ๐˜ณ ๐˜ต๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ ๐˜ด๐˜ต๐˜ข๐˜ณ๐˜ด ๐˜ข๐˜ด ๐˜ต๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ๐˜ช๐˜ณ ๐˜ฃ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฏ๐˜ฅ ๐˜ฅ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฑ๐˜ฆ๐˜ฏ๐˜ด ๐˜ฆ๐˜ข๐˜ค๐˜ฉ ๐˜ฏ๐˜ช๐˜จ๐˜ฉ๐˜ต.-started december 26, 2024finished january 19, 2025-february 4, 2025 #1 in #carat#7 in #kpopgroupsโ€ฆ

Verity

Verity

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Verity was a quiet 16 year old girl who had a tough life. She never meant for things to go so bad- so why did they? Abandoned at the ripe age of 3, she was adopted by a narcissistic asshole who abused her for 13 years straight. Her only escape was her best friends, who she saw as her older brothers and his dad- who she called her dad. He fed her and kept her safe, helping her when things got bad at home. She introduced herself as Verity Volkov, which wasn't her last name but the last name she wishes she had. Her father figure, Mikael Volkov, was the leader of the Russian mafia. Verity attended NLA, New Life Academy. One day, when she is at school, the unspeakable happens- her adoptive father commits. With nowhere to legally go, she sits in the sheriffs office, awaiting her DNA test. To her surprise, she has a family- in fact, she had a mom, a dad, and 6 older brothers. Six! What was she to do as she moves to Italy to live with her biological family, who appeared to be the Russians rivals- the Italian mafia. Her father was the don of the goddamn Italian mafia. She stays quiet and emotionless during her time in Italy, trying to cope before she meets Nicolas Ricci- the man her family despises yet the man who took interest in her. The man she falls in love with without realizing. As her story unfolds and secrets reveal, Verity goes through an emotional rollercoaster. And through this all Verity has one question only: Why did her biological family abandon her? What will she do to cope through all of this? ______________________________________โ€ฆ

Imperfect for you

Imperfect for you

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Vivienne is a shy university student who prefers the comfort of books to the noise of the world. Between her studies and her shifts at a quaint bookstore, her life is quiet and predictable-a routine she finds both soothing and safe.Camden is a boxer with a gruff demeanor and a singular focus on his goals. He doesn't let much distract him, but something about Vivienne's quiet presence draws his attention like nothing else. As their paths begin to cross, the question lingers: can two people from such different worlds find a connection, or are they destined to remain strangers?Read on to discover what happens next...โ€ฆ

The Lieutenant Next Door // Simon Riley x Reader

The Lieutenant Next Door // Simon Riley x Reader

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In a quiet apartment building, two neighbours lead seemingly different lives. One is a reserved lieutenant, shrouded in mystery and burdened by his past, while the other is you, a curious woman navigating the ups and downs of daily life. Though your interactions are sparse, with fleeting glances and near-missed opportunities for connection, you wondered if there was more to the man you called your neighbour.The days unfold and the distance between you both blurs, hinting at the potential for something deeper amidst the silence of your shared walls.(Afab reader)Began: 22-09-2024Finished: 25-12-2024โ€ฆ

Shy, Scared, and Weak. I'm the Alpha's Mate.

Shy, Scared, and Weak. I'm the Alpha's Mate.

1,282,124 34,822 35

When you live your life in fear how will you turn out? Jillian Sadem might be an Alpha's daughter, but social anxiety runs her life. She always looks over her shoulder and hides when faced with the thought of interaction.But her calm and quiet life goes to pot one night when a pack crosses their territory.And Jillian meats her mate.And this isn't any mate. This is an Alpha. Alpha Kingsley, rules over one of the most ruthless, strong,and stubborn packs in North America. Sadly for Jillian this means becoming the Luna of the Crescent Moon Pack, she will have one of the most social and respect paying ranks in the pack. Will Jillian let her anxiety keep her from being Luna? Or can she fight her fears and plow forward?After all we live in a world where only the strong survive.*The cover by: _ShiningStars_*โ€ฆ

In His Silence [1] ใ€‹Edward Cullen โœ“

In His Silence [1] ใ€‹Edward Cullen โœ“

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"For him, I would do anything."His silence was what drew Edward in, like a moth to a flame. It enticed him enough to pay closer attention to the boy. His silence was confusing, he never understood it. His silence was comforting, he found himself calm in his presence. His silence was questionable, he wondered why he was the way he was. His silence was unnerving, sometimes he wished the boy would just tell him how he felt and what he was thinking. His silence was saddening, he just wish the boy would open up to him. But most of all,his silence was loving because he didn't need to say how he felt when it showed oh so clearly in his actions.OrIn which Edward Cullen finds serenity, love, peace, happiness and a plethora of emotions in a quiet freckled boy.Highest Ranking: #5 In Fanfiction.โ€ฆ

Our Arranged Love

Our Arranged Love

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Featured in Serialised Spotlight Reading list of @AmbassadorsINโœจSaanjh Mishra, a 27-year-old teacher, loved her simple, purposeful life. Her days were spent surrounded by young minds, and she found satisfaction in helping shape their small worlds. Marriage felt distant, almost unnecessary, yet when her parents arranged a meeting with a young doctor, she couldn't refuse.Ashrut Sharma, a 28-year-old pediatrician, was equally committed to his own quiet routines. Balancing his days between his studies and caring for children at the hospital, he found comfort in his solitude. Romance had never been a priority, but when his mother gently urged him to meet Saanjh, he agreed, if only to make her happy.Their first meeting was meant to be brief, an exchange of polite pleasantries over tea. But something in their shared silences and steady glances sparked a connection neither had expected. Saanjh saw a steadiness in Ashrut that felt reassuring, while Ashrut found her laughter warm, a contrast to his own reserved nature.Bound in marriage by their families' wishes, Saanjh and Ashrut began their life together as strangers, each careful in the other's presence. Yet gradually, small gestures began to bridge the space between them-a shared cup of tea in the early morning, the gentle way he'd listen to her talk about her students, or the warmth of her smile as she handed him his stethoscope before he left for work.In these moments, an unspoken affection grew, something as natural as it was unexpected. And with each quiet glance, each shared meal, they realized that love, perhaps, was not as distant as they had thought. In each other, they found not just a partner but a companion who brought a quiet joy to the everyday.โ€ฆ

In The Quiet Of Books ๐Ÿ“–

In The Quiet Of Books ๐Ÿ“–

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In the Quiet of Books๐Ÿ“šโค๏ธWhat happens when a talkative librarian and a quiet, introverted customer share the same space? In this story, Mannat and Parth's contrasting personalities come to life in the calm of a library. With each turn of the page, their unlikely connection grows, proving that sometimes, the best stories are written in the quietest moments.come join them in this journey ๐Ÿซถ๐Ÿผโ€ฆ

A Quiet Life: Shiori Novella x Takeshi Hongo

A Quiet Life: Shiori Novella x Takeshi Hongo

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Takeshi Hongo, also known as the Shin Kamen Rider as long since retired after defeating Shocker for good. After he met Shiori Novella, they became a couple and live the quiet life they both wantedโ€ฆ

When the Heart is Ash (I'll Savor Your Warmth)

When the Heart is Ash (I'll Savor Your Warmth)

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'The sheet filled, multicolored pen marks on each name, the more talkative students in class came more often, the quieter ones had more to talk about. Even if in the meetings, it was just a few words, a cup of tea, and a nice setting in his dorm office, the students seemed to appreciate it just about as much as Aizawa did.'OrTodoroki isn't sure he knows how to survive anymore, and Aizawa wants to help his students.CWโš ๏ธ: Suicidal themesSelf harmReferences to child abuseGraphic Violenceโ€ฆ

The babysitter

The babysitter

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Before joining the academy, she was short of money. She asked her parents but obviously they shut her out. Lucy Chen found a babysitting job that is getting paid 30 dollars an hour.โ€ฆ

Loving the Bad Boy (COMPLETED)

Loving the Bad Boy (COMPLETED)

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Juliet Darling:-Good girl-Straight A's-Shy;Quiet-Doesn't drink-Doesn't smoke -Never breaks laws Lincoln Dean:-Bad Boy-Straight C's-Quiet;Rude;Usually Angry-Drinks-Smokes-Finds breaking laws to be a sport What happens when these two complete polar opposites bump into each other?โ€ฆ

Komi can't communicate x reader

Komi can't communicate x reader

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Y/n is a very beautiful and smart girl who likes being alone sometimes and is good at being extremely Quiet and has very unique powerโ€ฆ

scarred//myg

scarred//myg

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"did you know before?" you looked up and his eyes met yours. you tried to look at his eyes instead of the scar he wore."would you have agreed to marry me if you knew?" you didn't say anything. "that's why we got married in the first place."~y/n, a quiet seamstress, gets chosen by the equally quiet, and rather intimidating prince, to be his bride, only to discover a side of him that many don't get to see.~credits to @/taemorous on instagram for the drawing of yoongi (:โ€ฆ

The Weasley's and The Ravenclaw (George Weasley Love Story)

The Weasley's and The Ravenclaw (George Weasley Love Story)

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"The world was too loud. It had always been this way and was the first thought Lyra could ever remember having."Lyra Stone was a quiet girl, one who most people overlooked. She liked it that way and never before had trouble keeping away from the spotlight. This all changed the day she befriended Hermione Granger. A smart Gryffindor student who insisted that Lyra meet the rest of her group. Now Lyra has these two up to no good twins following her around, and she fears her world may never be quiet again.โ€ฆ

unmute | junhao [โˆš]

unmute | junhao [โˆš]

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a junhao short story ; " sometimes quiet is violent "started: 1/5/15finished: 4/22/19โ€ฆ

The Quiet Contract

The Quiet Contract

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Forced into an arranged marriage to secure their families' alliance, CEO Jennie Kim and introverted businesswoman Lalisa Manoban are strangers bound by duty. While Jennie is unsettled by Lisa's quiet presence and hidden admiration, her cold resolve begins to melt as their two-year contract reveals more than either expected. Will their reluctant partnership end in separation-or lead to something deeper?โš ๏ธ โš ๏ธ โš ๏ธ โš ๏ธ Lisa G!P โš ๏ธ โš ๏ธ โš ๏ธ โš ๏ธโ€ฆ