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ghostlycleric · 6 months

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#byler #byler endgame #stranger things #me personally im going to watch it on release #and try to avoid spoilers but end up seeing them mid watch or smth #but idk if i could handle this queerbait tbh #even some milkvans started considering it a queerbait after st day #so id be in the other category #i like never have byler doubt #its just the fact that ive seen so many other intricate queerbaits #and in general if it doesnt have a good ending im gonna riot #every needs to be happy or else

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ghostlycleric · 6 months

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WAKE THE FUCK UP GAY PEOPLE THEY'RE LITERALLY ON THEIR WAY BACK TO USSSSSS 💙 💛 💙 💛

#sag aftra #byler #THEYRE COMING BACK #THEYRE GONNA BE HOME SOON #AAHHAHABANEKFNFORMEKRDKRKORMRKRORKRNRORKRKR

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ghostlycleric · 6 months

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THE SAG AFTRA STRIKE IS OVER

OH MY GOD

THIS IS NOT A DRILL. THEY GOT A FAIR DEAL. FILMING SOON FOR ST

#byler #stranger things #sag aftra #sag strike #im actually in denial #the official website says its over #officially ending on the 9th #if im wrong please lmk #OH MYGOD

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ghostlycleric · 6 months

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hi i loved your latest miwip!! sad will thinking mike's 'just being a pal'/dating his sister while mike just can't seem to make his intentions any clearer? GOLD.

would you share your ao3 username? id love to subscribe so i dont miss anything 💕

thank youu!!! theyre so stupid (affectionately) im glad thats clear

my ao3 user is ghostlycleric (please let me know if you have trouble finding it! it has a very similar pfp to my tumblr but its a pixelated ghost)

#i havent posted anything just yet #ill definently post something on here too when i do #which will hopefully be in the next week or two #if the world is nice to me #answered asks

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ghostlycleric · 6 months

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Mike wants to hold his hand so bad (he’s driving Will crazy)

#byler #byler endgame #byler fic #miwip wednesday #when ur bestie wont cuddle with u cause he still thinks ur dating his sister #theyre so stupid #i love them

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ghostlycleric · 6 months

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OH MY GOD WILL BUERS ISBTHAT U OH MY GOD

the only “child” connected to a “familiar song” is will byers and should i stay or should i go WILL BYERS WILL BYERS THE SEASON OPENS WITH WILL OH MY GOD

#will byers #strangerthings #byler #this is making me feel the way i felt with wills painting #when we didnt know what it was #(it wasnt them on the swings)#but cmon it has to be will #it HAS TO BE #PLEASE

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ghostlycleric · 6 months

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MOST HEARTFELT EVER

#byler #byler endgame #WINWINWINWINWIWNWINWIN #the way the monologue wasnt in there at all #and the van scene won over it for most heartfelt #such a win #and like no melvin content at all this entire day?#nothing outwardly romantic like cmon…#except for their breakup #anti mileven

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ghostlycleric · 6 months

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Things That May Be Causing Your Writer's Block- and How to Beat Them

I don't like the term 'Writer's Block' - not because it isn't real, but because the term is so vague that it's useless. Hundreds of issues all get lumped together under this one umbrella, making writer's block seem like this all-powerful boogeyman that's impossible to beat. Worse yet, it leaves people giving and receiving advice that is completely ineffective because people often don't realize they're talking about entirely different issues.

In my experience, the key to beating writer's block is figuring out what the block even is, so I put together a list of Actual Reasons why you may be struggling to write:

(note that any case of writer's block is usually a mix of two or more)

Perfectionism (most common)

What it looks like:

You write one sentence and spend the next hour googling "synonyms for ___"

Write. Erase. Write. Rewrite. Erase.

Should I even start writing this scene when I haven't figured out this one specific detail yet?

I hate everything I write

Cringing while writing

My first draft must be perfect, or else I'm a terrible writer

Things that can help:

Give yourself permission to suck

Keep in mind that nothing you write is going to be perfect, especially your first draft

Think of writing your first/early drafts not as writing, but sketching out a loose foundation to build upon later

People write multiple drafts for a reason: write now, edit later

Stop googling synonyms and save that for editing

Write with a pen to reduce temptation to erase

Embrace leaving blank spaces in your writing when you can't think of the right word, name, or detail

It's okay if your writing sucks. We all suck at some point. Embrace the growth mindset, and focus on getting words on a page

Lack of inspiration (easiest to fix)

What it looks like:

Head empty, no ideas

What do I even write about???

I don't have a plot, I just have an image

Want to write but no story to write

Things that can help:

Google writing prompts

If writing prompts aren't your thing, instead try thinking about what kind of tropes/genres/story elements you would like to try out

Instead of thinking about the story you would like to write, think about the story you would like to read, and write that

It's okay if you don't have a fully fleshed out story idea. Even if it's just an image or a line of dialogue, it's okay to write that. A story may or may not come out of it, but at least you got the creative juices flowing

Stop writing. Step away from your desk and let yourself naturally get inspired. Go for a walk, read a book, travel, play video games, research history, etc. Don't force ideas, but do open up your mind to them

If you're like me, world-building may come more naturally than plotting. Design the world first and let the story come later

Boredom/Understimulation (lost the flow)

What it looks like:

I know I should be writing but uugggghhhh I just can'tttttt

Writing words feels like pulling teeth

I started writing, but then I got bored/distracted

I enjoy the idea of writing, but the actual process makes me want to throw my laptop out the window

Things that can help:

Introduce stimulation: snacks, beverages, gum, music such as lo-fi, blankets, decorate your writing space, get a clickity-clackity keyboard, etc.

Add variety: write in a new location, try a new idea/different story for a day or so, switch up how you write (pen and paper vs. computer) or try voice recording or text-to-speech

Gamify writing: create an arbitrary challenge, such as trying to see how many words you can write in a set time and try to beat your high score

Find a writing buddy or join a writer's group

Give yourself a reward for every writing milestone, even if it's just writing a paragraph

Ask yourself whether this project you're working on is something you really want to be doing, and be honest with your answer

Intimidation/Procrastination (often related to perfectionism, but not always)

What it looks like:

I was feeling really motivated to write, but then I opened my laptop

I don't even know where to start

I love writing, but I can never seem to get started

I'll write tomorrow. I mean next week. Next month? Next month, I swear (doesn't write next month)

Can't find the time or energy

Unreasonable expectations (I should be able to write 10,000 words a day, right????)

Feeling discouraged and wondering why I'm even trying

Things that can help:

Follow the 2 min rule (or the 1 paragraph rule, which works better for me): whenever you sit down to write, tell yourself that you are only going to write for 2 minutes. If you feel like continuing once the 2 mins are up, go for it! Otherwise, stop. Force yourself to start but DO NOT force yourself to continue unless you feel like it. The more often you do this, the easier it will be to get started

Make getting started as easy as possible (i.e. minimize barriers: if getting up to get a notebook is stopping you from getting started, then write in the notes app of your phone)

Commit to a routine that will work for you. Baby steps are important here. Go with something that feels reasonable: every day, every other day, once a week, twice a week, and use cues to help you remember to start. If you chose a set time to write, just make sure that it's a time that feels natural to you- i.e. don't force yourself to writing at 9am every morning if you're not a morning person

Find a friend or a writing buddy you can trust and talk it out or share a piece of work you're proud of. Sometimes we just get a bit bogged down by criticism- either internal or external- and need a few words of encouragement

The Problem's Not You, It's Your Story (or Outline (or Process))

What it looks like:

I have no problems writing other scenes, it's just this scene

I started writing, but now I have no idea where I'm going

I don't think I'm doing this right

What's an outline?

Drowning in documents

This. Doesn't. Make. Sense. How do I get from this plot point to this one?!?!?! (this ColeyDoesThings quote lives in my head rent free cause BOY have I been there)

Things That Can Help:

Go back to the drawing board. Really try to get at the root of why a scene or story isn't working

A part of growing as a writer is learning when to kill your darlings. Sometimes you're trying to force an idea or scene that just doesn't work and you need to let it go

If you don't have an outline, write one

If you have an outline and it isn't working, rewrite it, or look up different ways to structure it

You may be trying to write as a pantser when you're really a plotter or vice versa. Experiment with different writing processes and see what feels most natural

Study story structures, starting with the three act structure. Even if you don't use them, you should know them

Check out Ellen Brock on YouTube. She's a professional novel editor who has a lot of advice on writing strategies for different types of writers

Also check out Savage Books on YouTube (another professional story editor) for advice on story structure and dialogue. Seriously, I cannot recommend this guy enough

Executive Dysfunction, Usually From ADHD/Autism

What it looks like:

Everything in boredom/understimulation

Everything in intimidation/procrastination

You have been diagnosed with and/or have symptoms of ADHD/Autism

Things that can help:

If you haven't already, seek a diagnosis or professional treatment

Hire an ADHD coach or other specialist that can help you work with your brain (I use Shimmer; feel free to DM me for a referral)

Seek out neurodiverse and neurodiverse writing communities for advice and support

Try body doubling! There's lot's of free online body doubling websites out there for you to try. If social anxiety is a barrier, start out with writing streams such as katecavanaughwrites on Twitch

Be aware of any sensory barriers that may be getting in the way of you writing (such as an uncomfortable desk chair, harsh lighting, bad sounds)

And Lastly, Burnout, Depression, or Other Mental Illness

What it looks like:

You have symptoms of burnout or depression

Struggling with all things, not just writing

It's more than a lack of motivation- the spark is just dead

Things that can help:

Forget writing for now. Focus on healing first.

Seek professional help

If you feel like it, use writing as a way to explore your feelings. It can take the form of journaling, poetry, an abstract reflection of your thoughts, narrative essays, or exploring what you're feeling through your fictional characters. The last two helped me rediscover my love of writing after I thought years of depression had killed it for good. Just don't force yourself to do so, and stop if it takes you to a darker place instead of feeling cathartic

#this is actually incredible #thank you so much for this #writing #creative writing #writing advice #writing problems #definitely going to check back on this when im struggling

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ghostlycleric · 6 months

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itd be so funny if mike had an arc where he was trying NOT to tell will he loves him in s5

like the irony of going from struggling aggressively to tell his gf he loved her and only saying it in the heat of the moment when hes not sure if she can hear

to a blushy geniuenly in love mike who is afraid to say ily because he doesnt want to put will in the position he was in. even though theyve been best friends for so long he feels like it has extra weight to it and doesnt know when “too soon” is so hes constantly tripping over his words.

(will definitely notices too but he doesnt say anything. hes afraid to be presumptious but also he thinks mike is adorable. everytime it happens will just gets all smilely, and when mike finally does say it will says it back almost immediately.)

#byler #byler headcanon #byler endgame #ikkk the season is action packed and all #and this is unrealistic #let me dream #please #theyre so special to me #repetitive plotline but with an adorable twist to it #itd be a little annoying to see this arc again but also satisfying #and itd really set in stone the realness of their relationship if that makes sense #i need to put them both in a microwave #this could work for both before and during their relationship #bestfriends to lovers 🔛🔝

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ghostlycleric · 6 months

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unfortunately none of my bylerween stuff is going to be done on time! (unless i somehow pull through on later days but i doubt it)

i have had a busy stressful awful month and its getting even more busy and stressful until THE END OF BYLERWEEN because the world HATES ME.

So, here’s an unedited day 1 snippet!

I’m hoping to get all them done by the 22nd deadline. I shouldn’t be as busy

#byler #byler endgame #bylerween2023 #sorry october hit me like a truck

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ghostlycleric · 6 months

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(response to your tags) i actually used to have your pfp😭 i thought u were geniuenly me for a second

I just can’t get over the cool cool scene in Will’s bedroom oh my god.

The fact that Mike “gets kicked into gear when the people he loves are in danger and usually makes apologies and confessions in the heat of the moment (or hes forced to either by circumstance or friends after refusing to apologize)” Wheeler goes up to Will to apologize and get him back without any danger involved. As far as Mike knows, they’re just about to go on a “roadtrip”, and the danger is far ahead of them.

They had the other heart to heart before this, less centered around eachother, but still sweet and a clear indication of being on good terms. Mike could’ve went with that. He could’ve been satisfied with that. BUT HE WASN’T.

He purposefully goes to Will’s room just before they leave, before any danger arrives, to make sure they’re best friends. To make sure that Will knows Hawkins wasn’t the same without him, and that their friends are great but they’re not him. He apologizes without prompting, after a heart to heart that he totally could’ve considered enough.

May I also point out that Mike didn’t have to saying anything

BUT HE WANTED TO

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ghostlycleric · 7 months

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We do see the letters Mike sent El, and it was a good portion, but I wouldn’t call it a book.

Alright, I just rewatched the scene. We don’t get to see the shrine in this clip; as far as I know we never really get a good look at it.

We can see this is where she keeps letters from him. I want to assume this is all of them because she seems organized and I don’t see why any more than one or two would end up elsewhere. Still, it’s a LOT less than I thought. In the scene itself she throws 5 letters, one of them is less than half a sheet of paper. (This made me want to do a season 4 Mike analysis, the apparent lack of effort on his part is interesting.)

Will was definently exaggerating with both the time and amount of letters, so maybe he was also exaggerating the amount of calls he got too?

“Emotion makes time speed up and slow down.” Emotions can also make your sister getting 2 more letters than you did calls from your best friend feel like piles and piles of abandonment.

Similar to the rinkomania scenes where Will thought they were the happiest couple alive, Will saw letters for El from Mike, no matter how few or crappy, and assumed they were doing great. You’re definently right.

what if mike didn't send el "a book of letters"?

so in the rink-o-mania fight will says that el has "a book of letters" from mike, while he's only called will 3 times, before saying that "it's been a year mike". but that's not true

the byers left hawkins in october 1985 and s4 takes place in march 1986, making that only a 6 month difference. why will thought it was a year, idk. some may say it's time travel fuckery, but we'll assume that's not the case. so will feels like 6 months is a year. what if being away from home not only made months seems like a year, but it also made just a few letters seem like a book?

#byler #byler endgame #anti mileven #i usually hate love triangles #but this ones so interesting #will thinking mike and el are doing great when theyre not #maybe theyre even worse off than we originally thought they were #i just need to see mikes side of things #we see els and we see wills #LET ME SEE MIKES

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ghostlycleric · 7 months

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I just can’t get over the cool cool scene in Will’s bedroom oh my god.

The fact that Mike “gets kicked into gear when the people he loves are in danger and usually makes apologies and confessions in the heat of the moment (or hes forced to either by circumstance or friends after refusing to apologize)” Wheeler goes up to Will to apologize and get him back without any danger involved. As far as Mike knows, they’re just about to go on a “roadtrip”, and the danger is far ahead of them.

They had the other heart to heart before this, less centered around eachother, but still sweet and a clear indication of being on good terms. Mike could’ve went with that. He could’ve been satisfied with that. BUT HE WASN’T.

He purposefully goes to Will’s room just before they leave, before any danger arrives, to make sure they’re best friends. To make sure that Will knows Hawkins wasn’t the same without him, and that their friends are great but they’re not him. He apologizes without prompting, after a heart to heart that he totally could’ve considered enough.

May I also point out that Mike didn’t have to saying anything

BUT HE WANTED TO

#byler #byler endgame #anti mileven #i could write an essay about how important it is for byler to want #instead of just need #and how theyre already doing that #mike wants to be needed and he is needed #but imagine how hell feel when he realizes will wants him #whats going to happen when mike realizes he doesnt have to be some knight in shining armour to be loved #that he doesnt have to be lois lane or superman #that he can just be mike #a nerd whos made plenty of mistakes #and be loved and wanted that way too #edit: grammar-ified cause longer posts look better with grammar

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ghostlycleric · 7 months

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