So, let’s talk about mythology
I can still remember the very first time I was exposed to the greek mythos. I was 7 and a teacher mentioned Athena springing to life fully formed. This was back in the days of actual encyclopedias in actual libraries. I went and looked her up in the World Book Encyclopedia and I was hooked. By the time I was 14, I bought the Big Book of Gods and Goddesses and learned all about all the different mythologies–Greek, Roman, Norse, Celtic,Hindu,etc-there was not a minor god or goddess you could stump me with, and I had lots of people try! So, I have been thrilled by the fact that paranormal romance has headed that way and that every author has their own mythos to learn and wow can they be complex! I will say that the cainsville series by Kelley Armstrong has stretched my celtic knowledge a little bit. But I just got sidetracked! I wanted to talk a little bit about Karen Chance’s integration of both the Greek and Norse mythos into the Cassie Palmer series. It’s an interesting proposition that the greek/Roman Gods were a race of fae that ruled the others. Its also an interesting stretch to bring Artemis into conflict with Apollo and actually integrate Artemis into the line of Apollo seer’s. Now the question I have, comes from a factoid that is just kind of put out there. Apparently Artemis’ faithful companion and hunting dog is Rag. When Cassie is learning about her father he is Roger Palmer, a Black Circle necromancer. Then, we learn that he was Ragnar Palmer and that was just an alias…So here is my question is Cassie Palmer the daughter of Artemis and her loyal companion Rag? If so does that make her a demigod, a shapeshifter or a god in her own right?
A selection of miniature bookshelf necklaces in lots of different styles, including Harry Potter, Sherlock Holmes and Jane Austen!
OK, everyone in my life…This would be an excellent ans well appreciated gift!!!
[Top]✨ Mental Health Starter Pack for Times of Change ✨
Change can be scary. It can be difficult, overwhelming, and affect our mental, physical, and emotional health in all sorts of ways. Whatever you’re feeling right now, you definitely don’t have to feel it alone. Below is a list of resources and self-care tips to help make life a little bit easier. And if you don’t need them right now, pass ‘em along to a friend who might.
Got more tips? Reblog and add your favorites to the bottom, or make your own post and tag it #postitforward so we all know where to look.
Resources
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Available 24/7 at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
- Crisis Text Line: Free, 24/7 support for anyone in crisis. Text START to 741741.
- IMALIVE: Chat confidentially with a volunteer trained in crisis intervention.
- 7 Cups of Tea: Speak anonymously with a trained active listener.
- NAMI: Dedicated to improving the lives of anyone living with mental illness. Free to chat at 1-800-950-6264.
- Trans Lifeline: Dedicated to the well being of transgender people. USA: 1-877-565-8860. Canada: 1-877-330-6366.
- The Trevor Project (@thetrevorproject): Confidential suicide hotline for LGBTQ young people. Available 24/7 at 1-866-488-7386.
- The GLBT National Help Center: Provides LGBTQ people with free and confidential peer support at 1-888-843-4564. Youth Talkline: 1-800-246-7743.
- It Gets Better Project (@itgetsbetterproject): Communicating to LGBTQ youth around the world that it gets better.
- To Write Love On Her Arms (@twloha): Dedicated to helping people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide.
- American Psychological Association: A resource for finding mental health care in your area.
- NEDA: Help and support for people struggling with eating disorders. You can call 1-800-931-2237 or chat with them online.
Self-Care Tips
- Don’t be afraid to ask for help if you need it.
- Remember to be kind to others and yourself.
- Drink plenty of water and don’t forget to eat.
- Get enough sleep.
- Have a movie or TV marathon.
- Read a good book. Start a new series.
- Read the #positivity and #postitforward tags on Tumblr.
- Draw something or color in a picture.
- Take a bath or long shower.
- Write your thoughts down in a journal.
- Turn your feelings into art. Make crafts.
- Bake or cook something you like.
- Go for a walk. Have a dance.
- Watch a funny video.
- Light your favorite candle(s).
- Listen to your favorite music.
- Take deep breaths. Try meditation.
- Talk to a friend, a loved one, or someone you trust.
- Make a list of things that bring you happiness. (This really works!)
- Do some of those things! See those people!
Sometimes the first step is the hardest
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