u/AVeryBrownGirlNerd

This is STUNNING. I love the eye contact here.

Do note: There is a federal holiday coming up so I may be unresponsive. I'll try to check in, but, I shall return sometime next week.

I believe this is safe to share as I did not see a DO NOT REPOST or similar message.

You can find the fanart here: https://www.tumblr.com/shadydruid/817064541003350016/ive-recently-watched-avartarthe-last-airbender

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Hi, guys! I have been aware that there has been a lot of toxicity in the fandom lately, which is unfortunate and, even sadder, nothing new. For some of us, including myself, this has been 20 years of this. This is supposed to be fun and/or an escape from real-life issues, and, honestly, tragic that an otherwise fantastic fictional work is tainted by this sheer stupidity (bullying, harassing, and various other ways of being cruel), especially accusing us of being supporters of certain beliefs. It is a bad-faith argument, at the very least. An offensive one in many ways.

Additionally, I am the mod who received a Reddit Warning for Copyright Infringement for a previous post on YEARNING 101. Although I do understand that a screenshot I used from the leaked film, I genuinely thought it was safe, as I was expressing an idea, and I did not leak or spoil the film. This is why I felt it was okay (plus adding flairs):

"What is not a Reddit Copyright Policy violation?
Use of the following may not violate Reddit’s Copyright Policy, as copyright generally does not protect:
•Facts
•Ideas
•Short phrases, such as names and titles
•Methods
Additionally, many countries have exceptions that allow limited use of copyrighted works without the copyright owner’s permission in certain circumstances. Some examples are fair use in the United States and copyright exceptions in the European Union.
Here are a few examples that are generally not considered to be violations of Reddit’s Copyright Policy:
•Creating a text post which generally describes a copyrighted work, but does not actually copy from it.” Read more here: https://support.reddithelp.com/hc/en-us/articles/360043076292-Copyright-overview

I am dealing with this as we speak. As I mentioned above, I did delete it as I take ownership of my fault. However, I hope Reddit is being consistent as it is not fair to target me and similar when there have been posts up since the movie first leaked.

Anyway.....Here are some things I do for self-care, not just for shipping choices, but in general/overall.  Feel free to add yours below -- still trying to figure out meta threads for fanfiction compilation and whatnot:

a)  Social Media Detox and Disengagement. This can mean unfollowing accounts that you are not aligned with. Ignore trolls/bullies (feel free to report, but don't interact further). For example, I unfollow people who bash or promote messages I do not agree with, which includes, but is not limited to, racism, sexism, etc.

b) Listen to your favorite music. Whatever gets you in a certain mood. Bonus: Create a playlist. Want some of mine? Feel free to ask, or I can post.

c) Follow and support your favorite creators. We have SO MANY creatives who have written incredible work and artists who have created stunning pieces.

d) Make yourself a snack plate of your FAVE things. It does not need to be fancy. Last night, I had cheese crackers, grapes, blueberries, and a chocolate cupcake. Yum.

e) Reading - I am in a cozy kick lately.

f) Watching my favorite movies or TV shows (i.e. Studio Ghibli).

g) Nature walk or just being out and about, get some fresh air, if possible.

h) Finding support. This community is for YOU.

and many more! Feel free to comment below. Let's stand together and be mindful too.

I know the desire to defend ourselves, and it is valid. But it's not worth dealing with these people. Of course, there is a time to take a stand. But, sometimes, these people (antis/trolls - NOT the true fans who are good people because they do exist) want to spread misery for whatever reason.

Not to say we let them. But let's take care of ourselves and others. You/We/I got this.

Let's follow the overall messages of the show..... unity....reconciliation....togetherness....hope.

Look at this tender scene. Stunning. I love how you can tell they missed each other.

I believe this is safe to share as I did not see any DO NOT REPOST or similar messages.

Here is the link to the fanart: https://www.tumblr.com/crabby-samantha/817016851201736704/he-missed-her

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This is so cute! What do you think is happening here? I love how it shows how much they adore each other, even when Katara is so flustered after his whisper. Chemistry is on point.

I believe this is safe for me to post as I did not see a DO NOT REPOST or similar messages.

You can find the fanart here: https://www.tumblr.com/drizzydoodles/814217610247962624/im-usually-a-casual-zutara-lurker-but-the-new

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LOVE THIS SO MUCH! PLUS, one of my favorite head-canons is that they show signs of affection, love, trust, and respect is hair care.

I do believe this is safe to share as I did not see a DO NORE REPOST OR SIMILAR.

You can find the fanart here: https://www.tumblr.com/tielmamon/815660358118359040/they-are-best-friends-and-maybe-probably

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This is making me feral. STUNNING. GORGEOUS. ALL THE WORDS AND FEELINGS.

I believe this is safe for me to share as I did not see a DO NOT REPOST or similar.

You can find this fanart here: https://www.tumblr.com/arctik-fox/815251519037472768

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ADORE THIS. Personally, I see them having a mix of their heritage to show their unity and love, but I do love the concept that while they're visiting the SWT, they wear fully blue, at least when they arrive.

I love how they are wrapped in his fur cloak and it shows the symbol.

Look at the details here....at how she is blushing AND gazing with adoration. He is so tender.

I believe this is safe to share as I did not see any DO NOT REPOST or similar messages.

You can find the fanart here: https://www.tumblr.com/softkombuchaa

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