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A Letter from the Netherlands
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We are very proud to present you the first single "Find My Own Way Out" taken from the upcoming AUGER album "From Now On I"!
‘From Now On I’ will be released on June 21st. 2019) and is the much anticipated second album from the hyper-melodic, dynamic, dark rock duo AUGER. The twelve epic tracks that form ‘From Now On I’ tell deeply emotional tales of the great human experience and its resulting feelings of promise and distrust, of hopes and fears, of bullying suffered and strength ultimately gained. AUGER are immensely proud to present this album, which has been both a joy and cathartic to create.
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This song is taken from their last album "Born Again", get it now:
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OMNIMAR & DARKTUNES wish happy birthday 🎂 to Dave Gahan with this amazing cover of DEPECHE MODE's "Dream On".
Now you can rediscover and enjoy this international hit with the wonderful voice of Maria Mar!
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Some time ago, rumors about the PC version of Death Stranding: Director’s Cut had spread on the internet during its exclusive release on the Playstation 5. Finally, now publisher 505 Games has confirmed the rumors by announcing the release of the PC version which is planned for the spring of this year, and will be released. via Steam and the Epic Games Store.
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Besides being able to enjoy all the content in Death Stranding: Director’s Cut, of course, the PC port version will also be equipped with features such as Nvidia DLSS, higher framerate, and much higher visual graphics than the console version. But unfortunately, 505 Games has not provided a specific release date for the game.
Death Stranding: Director’s Cut will release on PC via Steam and the Epic Games Store this spring.

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With 2014 coming to a close, we decided to take a look back at the year in construction. I think anyone reading this blog would agree that things are certainly starting to look up in the overall construction industry. At long last we are finally starting to climb out of the construction slump that hit the industry hard in 2009.
From an influx of lending capital to demand for new energy related manufacturing plants, the year certainly had many bright spots. And of course it’s not over yet!
According to the Construction Market Forecasting Service (CMFS) report by McGraw Hill Construction Dodge, nonresidential construction played a critical role in keeping the construction upturn going. The total construction starts are estimated to rise 5 percent to $564 billion by the close of 2014. Non-residential construction is estimated to climb 14 percent thanks in part to growth in commercial building and a surge of energy-related manufacturing plants.
This positive upswing means more jobs for Williams Scotsman and our industry as a whole. CMFS predicts that job creation is expected to continue throughout the end of the year and into early 2015.
At Williams Scotsman we strive to stay informed about trends impacting industries in which we operate. We are happy to report that the construction sector is back and stronger than ever. What were some of the construction industry highlights for you this year?

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The Francophone government has claimed that Lord Justice Ayah Paul Abine who also moonlights as President of the People’s Action Party (PAP) did not honor a summon from a judge who asked him to report to the Secretariat of Defense on 20th of January 2017.
The Supreme Court judge was arrested on Saturday January 21st at his home in Yaoundé and ferried by six armed men to the SED where he is still detained. The Francophone regime in Yaounde say Lord Justice Ayah is a chartered member of the Southern Cameroon National Council (SCNC), an organization now banned by the Ministry of Territorial Administration and Decentralization.
Paul Ayah Abine was appointed to the Supreme Court in 2014. Before this appointment, persistent information declared him as the leader of the SCNC. After being a Member of Parliament under the banner of the ruling CPDM crime syndicate from the Manyu constituency in the South West region in 2002, he resigned from the party in 2011. He created PAP and was a candidate for the last presidential election.
Within the CPDM, Paul Ayah is noted for his strong positions, usually rowing against the guidelines of the party’s hierarchy. In 2008 he opposed the constitutional revision that allowed President Paul Biya to run indefinitely in the presidential elections. In June 2006, he was one of the MPs who asked for an investigation into corruption against a cabinet minister, the late Augustin Frederic Kodock, who was then in charge of the Department of Agriculture.
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John Hindhaugh heads to the Silverstone Technology Centre to investigate motor sport and automotive innovation company Performance Projects.
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John Hindhaugh and Diana Binks take the all-electric Porsche Taycan Turbo around Daytona International Speedway.
John Hindhaugh and Jonny Palmer are joined by Brad Owen to find out what’s new at the National Motor Sport Museum of Australia.
The opening race of the 2020 season in the Michelin Pilot Challenge is at Daytona International Speedway
John Hindhaugh and Declan Brennan look back over a year of Moto GP and World Superbikes.
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This challenge was a great gift to me, it helped so much to improve my 3d skills! Finding an original idea and carry out it every day was an incredibly hard but great challenge for me!
December 18th 2018

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Be part of an extraordinary event! Join us for the official book launch of A Map into the World, a moving picture
Be part of an extraordinary event! Join us for the official book launch of A Map into the World, a moving picture book by acclaimed Hmong American author Kao Kalia Yang. During the event, Kao Kalia Yang will read from her book and answer questions. Copies of the book will be available for purchase, and Yang will sign books at the end of the event.
About the Book
A Map into the World is a heartfelt story of a young girl seeking beauty and connection in a busy world. As the seasons change, so too does a young Hmong girl’s world. She moves into a new home with her family and encounters both birth and death. As this curious girl explores life inside her house and beyond, she collects bits of the natural world. But who are her treasures for?
About the Author
Kao Kalia Yang is a Hmong American writer and author of the award-winning books The Latehomecomer: A Hmong Family Memoir and The Song Poet. She lives in Minnesota with her husband, her daughter and twin sons. This is her first picture book. Visit her online at www.kaokaliayang.com.


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| Bhagan Ke Rekhan Ki Bahangiya |
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| Enne Unne Ho Gaya Sab |
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| Bhole Chale Leke Baraat |
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Brennan is kidnapped and sold into sexual slavery. Guess who buys her?
NC-17, BDSM Domination/submission themes, super-dooper hardcore
Disclaimer: Do these really matter? Oh, ok. I DISCLAIM.
Author's note: I'd say this story is not for the faint of heart. Nothing squicky or really perverse, but the idea of sexual slavery might bother some of you. If it does, don't read the story. I abhor as much as the next decent person the reality of sexual trafficking, but this is fantasy. And fantasy, especially sexual fantasies, are not bound by morality at all. In fact, I'd say, morality stifles it. Or at least for a big perv like myself. If you are inclined towards stories of sexual domination and submission, then you are in the right place. We are kindred souls. Kindred, kinky souls.
Additional author's note: You'll be happy to note that the entire story is written, so I'll be posting in a more timely manner than the last story. I'm just editing as I go along, so look for one chapter a week, which translates to two weeks in my reality.
It wasn't a place she ever expected to find herself: blindfolded, gagged, naked, and shackled to a post while everyday a dozen hands ran over her body inspecting every crevice. The nightmare had been going for over a week and the only thing she had to be thankful for was that nothing other than fingers ever found their way into any of her more intimate parts.
During the day she stood, chained to the wall, or knelt with her arms chained behind her back. At night she was collared and a chain kept her secure to a bolt in the wall. The cell was made entirely of rough, damp stone whose chill slowly permeated the floor and gradually seeped into her bones as she slept.
As she lay there each night shivering from cold and terror, it was the only time she allowed herself to cry. The big gulps of air she took in expelled itself in rage-filled cries. She tried to be silent the first few days, unwilling to let the guards or whomever witness to her turmoil, but by the third day her wails broke through her lips and the walls of the cell she was in. It didn't matter anymore who heard her.
During the day, she was either bored out of her mind or terrified out of her body. With every click of the lock and sound of the gates swinging open, she was sure this would be it. She'd be raped, beaten, or both. She has already endured a brutal beating when they kidnapped her. But she didn't go down without a fight, she thought proudly. She grimaced. It was a fight she ultimately lost.
She heard voices in and out of the cell through the day, most of them in Middle Eastern dialects, with some North African thrown in as well. Occasionally she heard Western voices, like French and German, which she could understand but they were so far away she couldn't make out any of the particulars of the conversations. By the myriad of languages it seemed the operation was global in scope. That scared her more than anything. It would be that much more sophisticated and therefore more difficult to escape.
She tried get a handle on her surroundings. Through a crack in the bottom of her blindfold, she could detect a small amount of natural light. Unfortunately it wasn't a large amount of light, indicating the window or source was on the small, inescapable side. The slam of the iron gate and the clang of the lock that kept her in each night began to sound like the gong of finality. The cell, as far as she could tell, was a fortress. There would be no easy escape.
Not that there seemed like there would be a way to escape, not the way they had her body locked up like Fort Knox. And without her sight, she was unable to even plot and escape effectively.
The sensory deprivation of being blindfolded for so long made her dizzy. When they hauled her to her feet each morning she nearly fell over, her inner ear having no bearings. The crack at the bottom of the blindfold allowed her only to see her own bare feet and the shoes of her kidnappers. Shoes she longed to spit on if she could. That, however, wasn't possible as she was gagged tightly.
The ball gag she wore was removed at night and replaced each morning. It had a small amount of stretch to it that allowed her to swallow, but the ball itself kept her mouth in an uncomfortably open position all day. That had to be the thing she hated the most. Forget being shackled, forget being naked in front of strange men. It was complete humiliation and she knew they knew it from the chuckles and bits of conversation they had in front of her while they tapped it like a hard-boiled egg. After the tapping, there might be a nipple tweak, rough, calloused fingers twisting them until she nearly cried out. Or a slap on the bottom. Thankfully, most of the time that was it. It seemed not everyone was allowed to touch her intimately. Those times when it did happen, seemed rushed and surreptitious, a finger shoved quickly up her pussy or a fat belly rubbing against her.
Other times she felt hands touching her that were almost clinical. She was plundered by hands in latex gloves that explored her pussy and, eliciting a gasp from her, her ass. She'd had anal sex before. so it wasn't excruciating pain, but it made her very tender afterwards and close to bursting into tears. This was a part of her body that was very soon going to be abused, violated. Why it was so much worse than the violations that would occur in any other part of her body, she couldn't tell you. But it just was.
While few were allowed to touch her that didn't stop the parade of men escorted in, who, upon watching her in a variety of poses, masturbated in front of her. She could hear their pathetic gasps as they orgasmed, hear their grunts as they spilled their seed on the stone tiles. It didn't matter if they weren't having sex with her, she definitely felt violated. This was one instance where being blindfolded had it's advantages.
Every morning she was awoken by a pair of hands washing her all over, pouring warm water over her hair, massaging her scalp. If she wasn't chained up and freaked out about being abducted, it might have been pleasant, relaxing. The hands that washed her were female, stocky and rough. She knew it was just some poor, local woman paid to take care of the "girls" as she heard them referred to in broken English. While the hair washing was pleasant, the shaving was not. After her hair was washed, the same woman laid her out on the stone floor and shaved every inch of hair from her body, spreading her legs and carefully tending to places where she didn't even know she had hair.
She was being primed and plumped for something and she hoped like hell it wasn't what she thought it was.
On what Brennan counted as Sunday, the 8th day of her captivity, she was unchained and felt something being snapped around her neck. As she felt herself being pulled along she realized it was a dog collar. She tripped and stumbled, bouncing off the walls and tripping over her feet. She could hear a chorus of male laughter behind her followed by what she assumed were lewd comments. Her cheeks burned with humiliation.
She felt the chain being yanked abruptly and she stopped. A hand on her shoulder pushed her down to her knees. Then pushed her further till she was sitting back on her heels.
She heard several men begin speaking. About her, presumably. God, why didn't she take Arabic in school? Knowing half a dozen ancient languages wasn't helping her in this particular predicament. She could catch a word here and there, the ubiquitous, untranslatable "blowjob" of course, but she also heard the word "virgin" then loud laughter. Well, yeah, she thought. I'm 30 years old. Not exactly fresh as a bunch of daisies. She wondered if this meant they would let her go, or maybe just kill her. Or maybe put her to work in some third-world brothel with advertisements like "Come Bang the American Whore." They might get her addicted to drugs, or sell her to someone sadistic who would use her and throw her off a boat in the middle of the...Heart thumping, she stopped herself from going any further with her thoughts. Truthfully there were no good scenarios. The most she could hope for would be to get in a position to escape.
She wished she could talk to Booth. She squeezed her eyes shut behind the blindfold, her heart clinching. Thinking of him, and the idea of never seeing him again, made her hurt in a way that impending sexual slave hood never could. It had been a really stupid idea to run away like she did. They were just getting close and she up and decides to take a two week vacation to North Africa without telling him or Angela or anyone exactly where she would be. She was paying for her mistakes, from wondering why she made them in the first place, to not being able to go back and apologize. Her blood begin to boil. She was going to die in this stupid God-forsaken who-knows-where country and she'd never get a chance to tell him.
To tell him what?
Her thoughts were interrupted as she heard someone say in clear English, "Tonight, 8 PM."
The chain was yanked up and she was led out into the corridor, back to her cell, she assumed. Instead, she was taken to a room with a wood floor and laid out on a hard bed and handcuffed to the headboard. She heard a female voice say in English, "Sleep," as a pillow, an honest to God pillow, was tucked under her head. Perpetual fear gave way to the rough comforts of how she remembered home. Immediately her eyes started to drift shut despite of what 8 PM meant.
At six she was woken up and buffed and waxed some more. Her hair was washed again, dried, and styled and she felt her finger and toe nails being painted. She wondered how people got into the business of styling women for slave auctions. She assumed that was what was happening to her. They wouldn't bother with shaving her ass if they were going to kill her, right? She was going to be sold to some rich asshole who was going to do God knows what to her. Don't think about that, she thought with a grimace. Think of it as chance to escape. She kept repeating that mantra in her head.
As the time neared, the dog collar was re-affixed to her neck and she was led out of the holding room down a series of overlapping passages so byzantine that it made her dizzy. She was led into a room that had cold stone floors like her cell, and was made to sit kneeling for over an hour as she heard men murmuring about her from the doorway. Occasionally she could feel them come closer and walk around her, but no one touched her. She was relieved. It was bad enough what was coming, she'd hate to think she was going to be groped beforehand. The ball gag was removed, and she felt her mouth being opened wide and told in halting English to stick out her tongue. She did so, trying not to think of why she might be asked to do such a thing. They probably weren't checking for cavities. As the inspection continued she began wishing with a desperate desire that if she just had her hands free she'd snap all the motherfuckers' necks in two.
The ball gag was replaced and the ritual continued. Sometimes she was asked to go through the series of poses she had learned, presumably so her goods could be checked out. With every passing moment she wasn't sure if she would be able to get through it without freaking out and trying to run, taking down as many as she could. But she already tried that when she was first abducted, didn't she? She was sure the bruises were still visible all over her body. She wondered if this made her more or less attractive to "buyers." More of the "Hey look, she can take a beating," or "She's trouble and will need to be beaten regularly, sort of thing. Whatever it was, it was making her sick and she was moments from hurling on the next man who stood in front of her and breathed down her neck.
Her stomach flipped and jerked and she felt bile rising in her throat as she fought to contain her panic. Her stomach was going, she was sure of it. She was about to throw up on the man's shoes who was now standing in front of her, suffering consequences that would be severe and maybe even deadly.
She squeezed her eyes shut trying to get control over herself. Then her eyes flew open and she looked down. From the crack in the bottom of the blindfold she saw shoes that looked exactly like Booth's.

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In a cabinet reshuffle, Indian origin politician Rishi Sunak has been appointed as the new Finance Minister of U.K. on February 13th by Prime Minister Boris Johnson.
Rishi is the son-in-law of Infosys Co-Founder, Narayana Murthy. He is appointed as Chancellor of Exchequer (head of country’s finance) and will join Home Secretary Priti Patel.
He replaced Sajid Javid who was appointed as the Finance Minister last July. The news came as a shocker to financial markets and politicians since Javid was all set to present the annual budget in March after Britain’s exit from the European Union.
According to a report by CNBC, Javid was offered the chance to remain finance minister on the condition that he fires all of his advisors. He reportedly said no and opted to resign himself. There had growing tensions between the finance minister and the prime minister’s inner circle, in particular ahead of the budget release in four weeks’ time.
Sunak, since last year served as the Chief Secretary to the Treasury.
The 39-year Oxford University and Stanford graduate are all set to move into No.11 Downing Street, next door to Prime Minister’s office as he steps into the second most important government position as Finance Minister.
In an official announcement, Downing Street said, “The Queen has been graciously pleased to approve the appointment of Rt Hon Rishi Sunak as Chancellor of the Exchequer.”
Rishi Sunak is a UK born son of a pharmacist mother and a National Health Service (NHS) general practitioner father.
“From working in my mum’s tiny chemist shop to my experience building large businesses, I have seen how we should support free enterprise and innovation to ensure Britain has a stronger future,” Mr Sunak had said during the Brexit referendum.


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Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria Uncovered: Symptoms, Causes, and Coping Strategies
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), a syndrome often linked with social anxiety disorder, is a term that’s been gaining traction in recent years. Despite its increasing recognition, many still find the diagnostic criteria for this emotional dysregulation shrouded in ambiguity. RSD, often mistaken for social anxiety disorder, is more than just a heightened fear of rejection. It’s an emotional dysregulation syndrome causing intense emotional pain, often requiring mental health therapy. It’s a potent emotional response, often linked to pain and rejection sensitivity, that can plunge individuals into intense distress, anger, or social phobia, influencing their thinking. This concept of psychiatry isn’t new; it’s been around for years, just under-recognized and often misunderstood by society at large. Despite its focus on thinking patterns and mental pain, it remains elusive. With the new treatment approaches available, managing conditions such as social anxiety disorder, ADHD, and emotional dysregulation becomes possible. However, understanding and addressing rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD), a symptom often associated with ADHD and social anxiety disorder due to emotional dysregulation, is crucial not only for those living with it but also for those around them to foster empathy and support.
Identifying Signs and Symptoms of RSD
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), a complex manifestation of social anxiety disorder and emotional dysregulation, often intersects with ADHD and ED. Understanding the signs and symptoms can help in managing conditions like ADHD, emotional dysregulation, social anxiety disorder, and ED better.
Emotional Responses Associated With RSD
People suffering from RSD often experience intense emotional responses. These emotions, often linked to emotional dysregulation, are usually triggered by perceived rejection or criticism, even if it’s not real. This can be common in social anxiety disorder and ADHD.
- They may feel extreme sadness or anger
- Experiences of shame, guilt, or embarrassment are common
- Some may have feelings of inadequacy or worthlessness
These emotional symptoms, related to social anxiety disorder and ADHD, are more severe than typical reactions to educational difficulties (ED) or rejection.
Physical Manifestations Linked to the Condition
Rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD), a manifestation of emotional dysregulation, doesn’t only affect emotions in ADHD patients; it also has physical symptoms tied to ED. These physical manifestations of adhd, emotional dysregulation, and rejection sensitivity are often overlooked but can significantly impact an individual’s quality of life.
- Individuals may experience stomachaches or headaches
- Sleep disturbances like insomnia might occur
- Some people with ADHD report feeling physically sick due to emotional dysregulation when facing potential rejection.
It’s crucial to recognize these physical signs as part of the broader picture of rejection sensitivity and emotional dysregulation, particularly in ADHD.
Behavioral Changes Due to Heightened Sensitivity
The fear of rejection, a common symptom of emotional dysregulation, can lead to significant behavioral changes in those with RSD, particularly those also dealing with ADHD. These changes aim at avoiding situations that could potentially result in rejection, emotional dysregulation, or exacerbate ADHD symptoms.
- People might become extremely people-pleasing
- They could avoid social situations altogether
- Some individuals with ADHD might lash out aggressively due to emotional dysregulation and rejection sensitivity when they feel criticized.
Understanding these behaviors is key in supporting someone with ADHD and rejection sensitivity, as indicated by et al.
Variations in Symptom Severity Across Individuals
The severity and manifestation of rejection sensitivity symptoms vary greatly among individuals with ADHD. What seems like a minor event for one person could be devastating for another with ADHD, experiencing rejection sensitivity (RSD), as noted by et al.
- An individual with ADHD might cry uncontrollably after receiving minor criticism at work, a sign of rejection sensitivity, as noted by et al.
- An individual with ADHD might retreat into isolation after a perceived slight from a friend, a typical sign of rejection sensitivity.
- Someone with ADHD could react with intense anger over what appears to be a trivial matter, possibly due to rejection sensitivity.
Each person’s experience with rejection sensitivity, often linked with ADHD, is unique, and it’s essential to approach each case with empathy and understanding.
The Emotional Landscape of RSD
Intense Feelings After Perceived Rejection
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), notorious in ADHD patients et al, triggers intense emotions. Feelings of shame, guilt, or anger often surge after perceived rejection, especially in individuals with ADHD. For example, a casual comment from a friend can instigate an overwhelming sense of humiliation in people with rejection sensitivity, a common occurrence in those with ADHD. This reaction is not merely an overreaction; it’s a symptom of adhd and its associated rejection sensitivity, a mental health condition.
Rapid Mood Swings
Mood swings are another significant aspect of RSD. Individuals suffering from ADHD and experiencing rejection sensitivity (RSD) often undergo rapid mood shifts, typically without any apparent reason. One moment they might be cheerful, the next plunged into deep sadness or rage, a pattern often linked to rejection sensitivity and ADHD. The unpredictable nature of these mood swings, often associated with ADHD and rejection sensitivity, can be distressing for both the individual and those around them.
Impact on Self-Esteem and Self-Perception
Rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD), often linked with ADHD, doesn’t just impact your emotional state but also influences how you perceive yourself. Rejection sensitivity chips away at your self-esteem, making you feel less worthy or competent than others. You may start to see yourself through the lens of rejection and failure, which can deeply impact your confidence levels.
Emotional Exhaustion From Fear Of Rejection
Living with constant fear of rejection is exhausting. People with RSD live on edge, always anticipating the end – the next instance when they will face rejection again. This perpetual state of alertness, often linked to rejection sensitivity, leads to emotional exhaustion over time.
Causes Behind Rejection Sensitivity
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) is often linked to genetic predisposition, environmental factors, mental health disorders, and lack of social skills. Let’s delve deeper into these causes.
Genetic Predisposition and RSD
Genetics play a significant role in various psychological conditions, including rejection sensitivity disorder (RSD). Studies suggest that people with certain genes may be more prone to develop sensitivity towards rejection.
- For instance, research has identified specific genes associated with an increased risk for anxiety, depression, and rejection sensitivity.
- These conditions can intensify feelings of rejection or failure.
However, genetics alone cannot predict the onset of RSD. Environmental factors also contribute significantly.
Environmental Factors Influence on RSD
Our upbringing and past experiences, including instances of rejection sensitivity, shape our perception of the world around us. When it comes to RSD,
- Individuals who have experienced trauma or neglect during childhood might develop a heightened sensitivity towards rejection.
- Social exclusion or bullying during formative years can also lead to this condition, often identified as rejection sensitivity.
These experiences can cause individuals to perceive rejection even when there isn’t any, leading to distress and discomfort.
Mental Health Disorders Connection with RSD
Mental health disorders like ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), anxiety disorder, borderline personality disorder are often associated with an increased risk for RSD, also known as rejection sensitivity.
- People suffering from these disorders tend to have heightened emotions.
- They may experience intense reactions in response to perceived rejection or criticism.
It’s important to note that not everyone with these mental health conditions will develop RSD. But they are at higher risk compared to the general population.
Lack of Social Skills Role in RDS
Social skills are crucial for understanding and interpreting social cues correctly. A deficiency in this area might lead to misinterpretation resulting in perceived rejection where none exists.
- For example, some people might interpret neutral expressions as negative due to their lack of social skills.
- This misinterpretation can cause feelings of rejection and distress, characteristic of RSD.
Nervous System Dysregulation and RSD
The nervous system plays a crucial role in our response to rejection. When it’s out of balance, it can lead to conditions like Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD).
Overactive Stress Response and Hypersensitivity
An overactive stress response is common in people with RSD. It’s as if their body is constantly on high alert, ready to react to the slightest hint of rejection.
- This heightened state of stress can make them hypersensitive to both real and perceived slights.
- For instance, a casual comment from a friend might be interpreted as a harsh criticism.
- This overreaction can strain relationships and cause significant emotional distress.
Physical Symptoms from Nervous System Dysregulation
Nervous system dysregulation doesn’t just affect mental health. It can also produce physical symptoms.
- People with RSD may experience headaches, stomachaches, or even heart palpitations when they feel rejected.
- These physical symptoms are not “all in their head.” They’re real responses from an overworked nervous system.
Emotional Processing Affected by Dysregulation
Nervous system dysregulation can also impact how we process emotions. People with RSD often struggle with emotional regulation.
- They may have intense emotional reactions that seem out of proportion to the situation at hand.
- Their feelings might swing wildly from one extreme to another, leaving them feeling drained and confused.
Neuroplasticity Role in Managing Symptoms
Neuroplasticity refers to the brain’s ability to change and adapt throughout life. It could potentially play a role in managing RSD symptoms.
- With therapy and other interventions, individuals may be able to “retrain” their brain, reducing their sensitivity towards rejection.
- For instance, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) has shown promise in helping people reshape negative thought patterns associated with RSD.
The Impact of Increased Rejection and Emotional Intensity
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) escalates anxiety levels and strains relationships due to intense emotional reactions. It negatively impacts career progression or academic performance and can lead to severe mental health implications.
Escalation in Anxiety Levels
Individuals with RSD experience an escalation in their anxiety levels primarily due to the fear of rejection. This fear is a significant emotional component of RSD, often leading to social anxiety or even social phobia in extreme cases. The distress caused by this fear can be overwhelming, causing an individual’s emotions to spike dramatically at even the slightest hint of criticism.
Strained Relationships from Emotional Reactions
The emotional self of those with RSD is hypersensitive, which often results in strained relationships. Their emotional response to perceived rejection or criticism is intense, sometimes resulting in outbursts that may seem disproportionate to others. This heightened emotionality can cause misunderstandings and conflicts within personal and professional relationships.
Negative Impact on Career Progression
Avoidance behavior is another side effect of RSD that can have a negative impact on career progression or academic performance. Individuals with this condition may avoid situations where they risk experiencing rejection, such as job interviews or public speaking engagements. This avoidance can limit their opportunities for advancement and impair their overall career growth.
Mental Health Implications
RSD has serious mental health implications as well. Feelings of constant rejection can lead to depression or even suicidal thoughts in some cases. These individuals are constantly thinking about how they might be rejected, which adds an additional layer of stress and distress to their daily lives.
ADHD and RSD: Unveiling the Connection
Prevalence of RSD in ADHD Individuals
Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) is common among individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Research shows that 90-99% of adults and children with ADHD experience RSD. This high prevalence suggests a strong link between these two conditions.
Shared Symptoms Between ADHD and RSD
The diagnostic criteria for both conditions overlap, adding to the complexity. Both disorders can lead to intense emotional responses, impulsive behavior, and difficulty managing relationships. For example, an individual might react severely to perceived rejection due to their heightened sensitivity — a symptom common in both ADHD and RSD.
Role of Impulsivity in Exacerbating Rejection Sensitivity
Impulsivity, a key characteristic of ADHD, often exacerbates rejection sensitivity. It may prompt hasty reactions to perceived slights or criticisms. A child with hyperactivity disorder might respond impulsively to minor disagreements, escalating situations unnecessarily.
Importance of Comprehensive Treatment Plan
Addressing both ADHD and RSD requires a comprehensive treatment plan. An integrated approach can help manage symptoms effectively. Psychiatrists recommend cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), medication, and lifestyle changes as part of this plan.
High sensitivity (sensory processing sensitivity) and high rejection
Heightened Sensory Processing and Increased Rejection Sensitivity
People with high sensory processing sensitivity often experience an amplified reaction to stimuli. This extreme sensitivity can also extend to their emotional responses, making them more prone to rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD).
For instance, a highly sensitive person may feel overwhelmed by loud noises or crowded places. Similarly, they might react intensely to criticism or perceived rejection due to their heightened emotional response.
Treatment Expectations and Recovery Timeline
Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) is a challenging condition. However, with the right treatment approach, patients can manage symptoms and lead fulfilling lives.
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Role
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a crucial part of RSD management. This mental health therapy helps patients understand their emotions better. It teaches them strategies to cope with intense feelings of rejection or criticism.
- CBT focuses on changing negative thought patterns.
- It encourages positive behavioral responses to perceived rejection.
With consistent therapy sessions, many patients report significant improvements in their RSD symptoms over time.
Medication Options for Control
Medication plays an essential role in managing RSD symptoms. Different medications can help control the emotional pain associated with this condition.
- Some patients may benefit from antidepressants.
- Others might find relief with anxiety medications.
- In some cases, ADHD medications are also beneficial as there’s often an overlap between ADHD and RSD conditions.
Your healthcare provider will determine the most suitable medication based on your specific diagnostic criteria and response to treatment.
Improvement Timeline Post-Treatment
The timeline for noticeable improvement varies among individuals. It depends on several factors including the severity of the condition, the type of treatment provided, and individual response to therapy or medication.
- Some patients may notice changes within weeks.
- For others, it could take months or even years to see significant improvements.
Remember that recovery isn’t linear; there will be ups and downs along the way. Patience during this period is key.
Ongoing Support During Recovery
Support during recovery is vital for anyone dealing with RSD. This support can come from various sources like family members, friends, support groups, or professional mental health providers.
- Regular check-ins can provide emotional reassurance.
- Open conversations about progress can help address any setbacks promptly.
Dealing with RSD can be a lot to handle alone. Therefore, having a strong support system in place can make the recovery journey less daunting.
The impact of somatic and nervous system work on RSD
The body’s role in managing Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) is significant. Various therapies, exercises and biofeedback techniques can help regulate the nervous system response to stressors.
Yoga and Mindfulness Meditation Benefits
Yoga and mindfulness meditation are body-oriented therapies known for their calming effects. They encourage a mind-body connection that can help manage RSD symptoms.
- Yoga promotes physical strength, flexibility, and balance while also reducing stress.
- Mindfulness meditation fosters a sense of awareness and acceptance of one’s feelings without judgment.
For instance, a study published in the Journal of Clinical Psychology found that yoga significantly reduced symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress among participants.
Biofeedback Role in Nervous System Regulation
Biofeedback is another effective method for managing RSD. It uses sensors attached to the body to measure physiological functions like heart rate or muscle tension.
- This data provides insight into how your body reacts to stress.
- With this information, you can learn techniques to control these reactions better.
A case study from Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback reported that biofeedback helped a patient reduce anxiety levels by 50%.
Physical Exercise Reduces Emotional Intensity
Physical exercise can also play an important role in reducing the emotional intensity linked with RSD. Regular physical activity stimulates the release of endorphins – chemicals in your brain that act as natural mood elevators.
- A simple walk or jog can help improve mood.
- More intense workouts may offer even greater benefits.
According to Harvard Medical School, regular exercise can be as effective as medication for some people in reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Neurofeedback Potential Impact on Brain Function
Neurofeedback might have a significant impact on improving brain function related to RSD. It’s a type of biofeedback that focuses specifically on brain waves using EEG.
- By observing your brain in action, you can learn to control your neurological responses.
- This could potentially lead to improved coping mechanisms for RSD symptoms.
A study in the Journal of Neurotherapy found that neurofeedback significantly reduced symptoms of anxiety and depression among participants with various mental health conditions.
Personal Narratives: Living with RSD
Let’s delve into the world of those living with Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) and unravel their experiences. Here are some real-life narratives that highlight the struggles, resilience, and strategies used by individuals dealing with this condition.
The Struggle Is Real
Life with RSD is a rollercoaster ride. One person described it as being “in a constant state of emotional turbulence.”
- They constantly feel misunderstood.
- Their reactions seem exaggerated to others.
This person’s words resonate with many who live in similar situations. Another individual shared how they often feel like they’re walking on eggshells, afraid of rejection or criticism.
Strategies for Success
Despite the challenges, people find ways to manage RSD effectively. One strategy involves cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
- A journal entry revealed how CBT helped someone understand their triggers.
- It also assisted them in developing coping mechanisms.
Mindfulness and meditation have also proven beneficial for some individuals. These techniques help them stay grounded during moments of intense emotional distress.
Impact on Relationships
RSD can significantly affect personal relationships. People often misconstrue the heightened emotional responses characteristic of RSD as overreactions.
- One individual recounted losing friends due to misunderstandings related to their condition.
- However, they found solace in online support groups where people could relate to their experiences.
These stories underscore the importance of understanding and empathy in maintaining relationships when one party has RSD.
Resilience Amid Challenges
Inspirational accounts abound from those living with this disorder. Despite facing numerous obstacles daily, these individuals demonstrate remarkable resilience.
- There’s a story about someone who channeled their sensitivity into artistry, becoming a successful painter.
- Another account tells of an individual who started an awareness campaign about RSD within their community.
Such narratives serve as beacon lights for others going through similar struggles, showing that life with RSD can be fulfilling and productive.
Key Takeaways on RSD
Understanding Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD) is the first step towards managing it effectively. This complex condition, often linked with ADHD and high sensory processing sensitivity, can significantly impact one’s emotional landscape and daily functioning. By recognizing its signs and symptoms, exploring its causes, and understanding the role of nervous system dysregulation in RSD, individuals can start their journey towards recovery.
The narratives shared by those living with RSD provide insight into the reality of this condition – offering hope and reassurance that with appropriate treatment and support, improvement is possible. It’s crucial to set realistic expectations about the recovery timeline as each person’s experience with RSD is unique. Remember, professional help is just a call or click away – reach out today.
FAQ 1: What are some common signs of Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria?
Common signs include extreme emotional sensitivity to rejection or perceived rejection, intense feelings of shame or embarrassment after perceived failures, mood swings triggered by criticism or disapproval, and anxiety about future rejections.
FAQ 2: How does RSD relate to ADHD?
Research has shown a significant correlation between ADHD and RSD – many people diagnosed with ADHD also experience symptoms of RSD.
FAQ 3: Can treatment help manage RSD?
Yes, various treatments including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), medications like antidepressants or stimulants, mindfulness practices can help manage the symptoms of RSD.
FAQ 4: Is there a connection between high sensory processing sensitivity and RSD?
Yes. Individuals with high sensory processing sensitivity often have heightened emotional responses which may increase their vulnerability to conditions like RDS.
FAQ 5: What impact does nervous system dysregulation have on RDS?
Nervous system dysregulation can exacerbate the symptoms of RDS by enhancing emotional responses to perceived rejections or failures.
FAQ 6: How long does it take to recover from RSD?
The recovery timeline varies for each individual. It depends on the severity of the condition, the person’s response to treatment, and their commitment to therapy and self-care practices.
FAQ 7: Can lifestyle changes help manage RSD symptoms?
Absolutely. Regular exercise, a balanced diet, adequate sleep, mindfulness practices, and maintaining a positive social network can all contribute to managing RSD symptoms effectively.
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At its Tuesday close of $59.70, NetEase fetched 24 times next year's earnings estimate after doubling in about a year.
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I’ll admit, I’m biased from the start. I’d rather watch grass grow than watch a Shakespearian play. Unfortunately, The Cross Timbers Theater Group has solidified my bias with its rendition of “Twelfth Night.”
Now don’t get me wrong, I appreciated the effort they put forth in this play, however Shakespeare just isn’t too great when it’s not projected in the same high regard as his writings.
For those of you unfamiliar with “Twelfth Night,” the plot goes something like this: A hurricane causes the separation of twin brother and sister, Sebastian (Sam Baker) and Viola (Jessica Eberle), each of whom believes the other has died at sea. Viola disguises herself as a boy and takes on the name of Cesario, and begins to work for Orsino, the duke of Illyria, who she soon develops a crush on. However, Orsino is in love with a young countess named Olivia (Melody Baggech) who rebukes him. So in an attempt to soften Olivia's heart, Orsino begins to send her notes via Cesario, who actually begins to become a love interest for Olivia.
Miscasting may have played a part in “Twelfth Night.” For example, take Orsino, played by Michael West. Now granted, the cast and crew told me several times that he just recently filled the role, and did an amazing job in the beginning with his lines; however, the overall tone of the character was a bit confusing. What was to be a dashing aristocrat was lost in translation and came out sort of … awkward.
What may have ultimately caused my dislike for this particular play was the length of the play. Being planted in a very unforgiving wooden seat for three hours, with one intermission in the middle, can take its toll.
Normally Cross Timbers performs exciting plays that are fun to watch. However skipping this one just may be in your best interest.


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I have always leaned more towards the sprite-based Fire Emblem entries than the 3D ones due to their wonderful sprite animations and personality, so when Dark Deity was first revealed I was instantly intrigued by this new indie title. I was disappointed when it was shown to be a PC-only title at the start, but I had a feeling it would eventually come to consoles. Low-and-behold here we are, with Dark Deity’s release on the Nintendo Switch and I can finally dive in!
Dark Deity follows the exploits of four recently conscripted students from the prestigious Brookstead Militar, Irving, Garrick, Maren, and Alden, as they are forced into a war by their revenge-seeking king. Over the course of 28 levels, they will grow their ranks from a gaggle academy graduates into a strong formidable army and have to overcome obstacles and dangers in their quest to survive.
Main character Irving fulfills the role of a sword-wielding hero that’s destined for greatness. He and his best friend, the archer Garrick, have good, well-written chemistry. It’s standard high fantasy fare, but the story kept me interested with its solid presentation and paces, as well some nice surprises sprinkled throughout for good measure.
Fans of Nintendo’s long-running series will instantly feel a sense of familiarity with Dark Deity in its slick sprite animation, top-down grids, and recognizable character classes. It doesn’t just stop at repeating the Fire Emblem formula, though. Some of these systems have been further expanded and made richer in Dark Deity.
Major work has been done on the class progression and promotion giving each character a far larger pool of options to evolve their characters into. In place of a more straightforward path, Dark Deity gives players a few options to choose from when upgrading their classes, and from there, they will have even more options when they promote a character a second time. As an example a Cleric character, once they reach level 10, you can choose to promote it into either an Inquisitor, Guardian, Priest, or Acolyte class which can then all be promoted into an additional four more classes! These additional options are great incentives to replay the game to try out different army makeups, and I’m a big fan of the addition.
Dark Deity’s combat has seen some added mechanics and depth as well. Each character comes with four different weapons, each that can be upgraded and improved but are conducive to different situations. Everyone will have a weapon that can do more damage at the expense of less likely critical hits and slightly lower accuracy, one that is more accurate but deals less damage, one that is more likely to land critical hits, and the final one is a balanced across the board option. Selecting which weapon you want to use in a fight is a simple button press to cycle through the options prior to combat. Nice and painless.
Should your characters die in an unpleasant and painful way, however, Dark Deity forgoes the permadeath aspect in favor of permanent injuries. When a character falls in combat, they may lose a finger or some other variety of impairment that will reduce one of their stats. I find this is a nice middle ground between forever losing a character and no detriment at all because preventing these injuries will still act as a good incentive to plan your strategies carefully.
For everything I do like about Dark Deity, the sprites, combat, progression, and whatnot, I just could not fall in love with the game. I can only speak to this new Switch port, but Dark Deity has some serious rough patches that really detracted from the overall enjoyment. Most of these issues come down to a lack of optimization and refinement.
Dark Deity is plagued with loading screens that occur before and after story scenes and before and after combat encounters, where the game simply cuts to a static image with the words “Loading x%” in the lower corner. When the frequency of these screens paired with the abruptness and length of them, would regularly dispel much of the tension and drama of the moment. Replacing it instead with a mild annoyance that I had to sit through another loading screen.
The lack of this refinement extends into more general gameplay as well during combat. Oftentimes various sound effects like the level-up jingle will play over top of the map’s track. Whenever a character gains experience, the screen will fade to black to show the experience bar filling. If you are playing with the combat animations turned on, this feels like a seamless transition. It falls apart though if you turn off those animations. In place of the lovely, albeit repetitive, pixel skirmishes you will be treated to a screen that is constantly fading to-and-from black. Is it game-breaking? Far from, but it sure is hard to ignore when it happens…over and over and over again.
I’ve always had a special fondness and respect for well-done sprite work and animation, Dark Deity scratches that specific itch that Fire Emblem hasn’t in nearly two decades. There is a lot to appreciate and enjoy here and it just feels right to have it find a home on the Nintendo Switch. The story and characters are nice and I did have a good time with the game. However, the numerous loading screens and other rough spots really bum me out, detracting from what could have been a magical experience. I hope that developer Sword & Axe found enough success that they will develop a sequel and hopefully, these blemishes will be smoothed out and Dark Deity turns into a long-running series and continues to scratch that classic tactical itch.
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US politician grilled over film company
The US treasury secretary Steve Mnuchin has been questioned over a film company owned by his Scottish wife.
The 56-year-old Republican politician, a former investment banker and film producer, had to sell off his Hollywood interests before joining the White House administration. The sale included a stake worth almost £2 million in Edinburgh-born Louise Linton’s production company, Stormchaser. At the time Ms Linton was his fiancée, but now the couple are married US government ethics rules consider Stormchaser to be owned by Mr Mnuchin.
A Senate finance committee hearing last week asked Mr Mnuchin if there had been “an exchange of an asset for a loan rather than a divestment”. He said he had been advised that he was in full compliance with the rules.

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Aquantia Technology to Deliver Multi-Gig Ethernet Capabilities on NVIDIA DRIVE Autonomous Vehicle Platforms
Aquantia Corp., (NYSE: AQ), a leader in high-speed, Multi-Gig Ethernet connectivity solutions, today announced that its automotive networking portfolio is the 10Gbps Ethernet connectivity solution for the DRIVE Xavier™ and DRIVE Pegasus platforms for autonomous vehicles. The high-performance NVIDIA AI computing platforms featuring Aquantia Multi-Gig networking will be available to automotive partners starting in the first quarter of 2018.
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NVIDIA DRIVE AI car computers use deep learning to process data from multiple cameras, radar, LIDAR and other sensors throughout the vehicle. To deliver Level 4 and Level 5 driving – which is categorized as a fully autonomous vehicle – hundreds of trillions of deep learning operations per second (TOPS) need to receive and process sensor data and immediately communicate critical decisions throughout the vehicle’s systems. For example, the DRIVE Xavier processor parses all the information to understand a full 360-degree perception around the vehicle, and determine the presence and movement of pedestrians, other vehicles and objects as it plans a safe path forward. The Aquantia Ethernet products communicate the data and decisions back and forth throughout the system at 10Gbps over automotive Ethernet cables to help provide a seamless autonomous experience.
“The NVIDIA DRIVE platform uses redundant and diverse functions to achieve the highest level of safety, for which Multi-Gig connectivity is an absolute necessity,” said Faraj Aalaei, Chairman and CEO of Aquantia Corp. “Aquantia was the first to drive the standards that introduced Multi-Gig connectivity into other markets, and we have maintained a leadership position while transitioning those markets to higher speeds. We are pleased to collaborate with NVIDIA to be the first to provide this crucial building block to the automotive industry to enable a safe self-driving experience.”
“Each autonomous vehicle is a moving, self-contained data center, powered by an energy-efficient AI supercomputer that you can hide in the trunk,” said Gary Hicok, senior vice president of hardware development at NVIDIA. “To achieve a safe self-driving experience, we require secure, reliable, redundant Multi-Gig networks to move vast amounts of data.”
Multi-Gig Ethernet For Automotive
Autonomous-driving is creating a paradigm shift in the automotive industry with a very stringent set of requirements, from the high-resolution cameras to the need for redundant and secure networks, running on reliable and low-cost cabling. As a result, the industry has identified Multi-Gig Ethernet over copper as the most promising technology to deliver connectivity for in-vehicles networks. Raymond James estimates that the silicon content related to autonomous-driving will represent a TAM of $30 billion by 20301 . Each of these vehicles can have up to fifty units of networking silicon. Learn more about Multi-Gig AQcelerate products here .
Aquantia is a leader in the design, development and marketing of advanced, high-speed communications ICs for Ethernet connectivity in the Data Center, Enterprise Infrastructure and Access markets. Aquantia products are designed to cost-effectively deliver leading-edge data speeds for use in the latest generation of communications infrastructure to alleviate network bandwidth bottlenecks caused by the growth of global IP traffic and in emerging and demanding applications such as autonomous driving. Aquantia is headquartered in Silicon Valley. For more information, visit www.aquantia.com .
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I always wondered how future cities will look like? And then Singapore happened..
My passion for travel took me to the entire length and breadth of Indian subcontinent. I have been to the exotic places within India which doesn’t exist anywhere else in the world to realize India has so much to offer for the adventure junkies, nature lovers, faithful devotees & casual travelers too.
However, I wanted to cross the borders to know what lies beyond. The urge to travel a foreign land forced me to book my first international flight to the island nation – Singapore.
Foreign trip was a long pending item on my bucket list. Time and money were the important factors. When I got both, I started looking for the country which will fit into my budget and time frame. After spending hours browsing the internet, I couldn’t find any better option than Singapore; a little red dot at the tip of Malaysian Peninsula.
From futuristic skylines to the vertical gardens, from the religious sites to the central business district, from pristine white sand beaches to the amazing fun parks; Singapore has everything you will ever need.
The first thing I did was to start looking for the cheapest flights to the most expensive city. Tiger Airways in association with ICICI bank offered me a good deal on international flight bookings and I grabbed the offer right away. I had to book another flight from Mumbai to Chennai in order to board my first international flight from Anna International Terminal.
After flight booking, the next thing will be to get a visa prior to the visit. Unlike other Asian countries, on arrival visa facility is not available for Singapore. We need to apply for a visa to the Singapore Embassy through the authorized agents listed on their official website.
Now that I got my visa approved within a week, I needed to exchange my money into Singaporean dollars. Instead of going through unauthorized channels, I exchanged my money with ICICI bank and took the receipt of the transaction. Apart from cash, I had international debit and credit cards also.
When it comes to travel to unknown country, It’s safe to book a hotel in advance. Booking.com helped me to get the affordable stay in Singapore near little India locality. With the help of internet I prepared my itinerary carefully, so that I won’t miss anything. I was ready and eagerly waiting to board my first international flight.
Singapore Visa is valid for 2 years and will cost around S$30 i.e. 1500-2000 rupees including agent fees etc.
Changing Time Zone
24 March, 2016
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, also known as Terminal 2, is India’s first and most advanced vertical passenger terminal situated in Mumbai, from where I was going to board domestic Jet Airways flight to Chennai. I checked in earlier to get some time to explore the iconic world-class Airport, which is home to India’s largest public art program. The beauty of Indian heritage and art is displayed on 3 km multi-storied Art Wall.
The flight touched down the Chennai Airport in the evening, where I got 3 hours layover before flying to Singapore. As soon as I stepped out of Airport, I felt the warmth of the city and its humid climate. I couldn’t leave Chennai without having a South Indian food there.
Tiger Airways is a budget carrier from Singapore and operates in South East Asia, China and India. At midnight, the flight took off from Anna International Airport, crossed the bay of Bengal and Strait of Malacca within 4 hours and landed on Changi International Airport at dawn. I had to adjust my watch 3:30 hours earlier.
One thing you will love about Singapore is that, the travel guides and maps are freely available at all public places.The neatly given information about the Metro Transport helped me to reach my hotel without any confusion. Bus transportation is also linked with Metrocard, which is cheapest and most efficient mode of transport in Singapore.
Changi Airport is Skytrax’s World’s Best Airport for 5 consecutive years (2013-2017)
From BIG India to LITTLE India..
25 March, 2016
So the first thing I did after check-in into the hotel was to get a hot shower and prepare a tea for myself using a tea maker. Kam Leng hotel is in the vicinity of little India, so I thought it would be great if I get some Indian food for breakfast in foreign land.
Few minutes of walking took me to the famous Mustafa Centre in buzzing ethnic neighborhood. For a moment I felt like, I was standing somewhere in Chennai after seeing famous brands like Saravana Bhavan, Anand Bhavan, Kalyan Jewelers and many more. I got Idli Dosa for the breakfast along with hot cup of tea.
Little India is Singapore’s most vibrant districts. The short walk along the Serangoon Road can give you glimpses of Hindu and Chinese temples, mosques and churches. I got into one of the oldest and historic temple dedicated to goddess Sri Veeramakaliamman. Not only Hindus but people from different faiths were visiting the temple. The cleanliness and peaceful environment was something that I liked most. This small temple complex packed with hundreds of deities, colorful sculptures and priests performing Pooja. The atmosphere was filled with religious vibes that we can’t get anywhere in modern cities.
Indians constitute 7.4% of total citizens, making them 3rd largest ethnic group in Singapore.
Finding Buddha’s Tooth!!
Just one station ahead of little India, there lies a Singapore’s heritage district Chinatown. As I came out of the underground metro station, the colorful lanterns and bustling market suddenly surrounded my senses. The smell of quintessential street food makes you feel hungry. The vibrant dresses, antiques and many other souvenirs tempted me to open my wallet, but I escaped quickly from this deceiving market in the quest of peace.
In the heart of Chinatown, there lies a beautiful Tang-styled Chinese Buddhist temple. The five-story impressive structure is sharp contrast to rest of the city. As I entered the main entrance of the stunning hall with high ceiling, the aroma of incense sticks engulfed my senses along with the hymn in the background. These intricately designed interiors and rich cultural elements exhibiting Buddhist Art were telling the stories of centuries old religion.
The mail highlight of this temple museum lies on fourth floor – a solid gold giant 2-meter Stupa weighing 3500 kilograms consisting of 320 kilograms of gold. The sacred tooth relic can be viewed from the public viewing area. After exploring each and every floor, I reached the rooftop garden with its Pagoda and giant Prayer Wheel. From the top, you can get the glimpses of surrounding locality.
The heritage of Buddhist arts, culture & relics are preserved beautifully at this temple.
Now that I visited historic Little India and heritage of Chinatown, next thing on my list was to explore the Downtown. The Metro terminal subway opens up amidst the cluster of neck-hurting skyscrapers. This central business district has all modern and super stylish structures. I was surrounded by not only architectural masterpieces, innovative structures but also people and artists from all over the world.
At dusk, the natural light was getting fade and artificial lights started lighting up the skyline. The 3.5 km long waterfront promenade was crowded by the joggers pounding the pavements, cyclists whizzing the al fresco cafe & couples having photo-shoots around iconic landmarks.
My legs froze as I heard the tune of Hindi festival songs. Then I realized that I was standing in front of the open theater of Esplanade and the Indian artists were singing and dancing on the songs to celebrate the color festival Holi. The atmosphere was filled with energy and enthusiasm as many people were dancing on the tune.
The waterfront promenade offers stunning views of the Marina Bay and guarantees that every day will be different and interesting.
i Light – In Praise of Shadows
Along the Bayfront Bridge, there is a pedestrian Helix Bridge which links Marina Centre to the Marina South completing Marina Walkway. This double-helical structure is inspired by human DNA and the nucleotide sequence is lit up at night on walkway. At the other end of the bridge, stands a tall and lavish Marina Bay Sands, an iconic structure with amazing Sky deck.
While strolling on the waterfront promenade with my Camera, I was fortunate to witness the Asia’s leading sustainable light art festival held every year in a month of March. There were around 25 innovative & environmentally sustainable light art installations scattered across the iconic marina bay presented by renowned International Artists. The creativity and innovations were awe-inspiring.
In addition to the light fest, the Laser show at Marina Bay was a bonus. This one hour light show presented with the help of lasers mounted on skyscrapers was a visual delight. I mounted my camera on tripod to capture this amazing display of lights.
i Light has shown a different way to adopt sustainable habits in our everyday life in a beautiful and innovative way.
Sentosa – The fun island
An easy way for me to reach Sentosa island was to catch a North East line Metro from nearest Farrar Park to the Harbour Front. As I came out of the Metro Station, the huge and luxurious VivoCity mall greeted me with its branded stores. However, I was not in a mood for shopping. So, I found a way out to the Sentosa Boardwalk.
The Sentosa Island can be reached by Causeway (Cable Cars), Sentosa Express Monorail or Sentosa Boardwalk. I chose eco-friendly and off course pocket-friendly option to reach an island through Sentosa Boardwalk which is a covered pedestrian walkway with various sustainability features. In Singapore, people are encouraged to walk as it leaves minimal carbon footprint.
If you have Master Card, you will get discounts everywhere in Singapore. Unfortunately, I had a Visa card so I was not able to avail the privileges. But there are agents who will book the tickets on behalf of you in discount prices. I got two such tickets, one for the Maritime Experiential Museum and the other for Universal Studios.
I appreciate the Singapore Government’s attempts to reduce the carbon footprint by encouraging use of efficient public transport and creating amazing walkways.
Stepping into the SEA
26 March, 2016
A giant life-size boat at the entrance will tell you the tales of sea adventures. Then you will pass through the Maritime silk route exploring various cultures and traditions. On the right hand side, you can see a Jewel of Muscat, a 9th century Arabian Dhow reconstructed from the wreckage. The ship gifted by the Sultanate of Oman, made its official voyage from Oman to Singapore.
To reach the aquarium, I stepped down the stairs and entered into the ocean floor. Soon I was walking through the glass tube, gazing at the colorful aquatic life flourished inside out on the ship wreckage. In the Shark Seas, the majestic predators were moving right above my head. I was confused, who is watching whom?
Are these 1 lakh creatures living freely in 45 million litres of water are ogling at the humans from the other side of the glass??
Open Ocean Habitat gives a chance to peek into the ocean ecosystem through the 250 tons spotless glass panel. The feeling of sitting at the bottom of ocean without any equipment was amazing. These habitats are grouped under 10 zones which I had completed before coming out of the aquarium.
SEA Maritime Museum and Aquarium is one of the largest Oceanarium in the world.
Easter Eggstravaganza at Universal Studios
What could be a better time to visit Universal Studios than Easter Sunday, when the whole park was filled with colorful Easter eggs symbolizing empty tomb, to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus. The rotating Universal Globe at the entrance welcomes to the one-of-it’s-kind theme park in Asia, promising to take us to the world beyond the screens.
Due to Easter Sunday, I had faced long queues in Universal Studio from Tickets to Rides. Once I got into the studio, it was like the world is completely transformed into a giant Hollywood set. Universal Studio has seven major zones. I began my fun ride on Madagascar island with a river boat ride using state-of-the-art animatronics, digital projection and surround sound, everything housed within the hull of displaced Cargo Ship.
Then there comes a Far Far away Castle, inspired by the DreamWorks Animation’s hit Shrek franchise. The main highlight of the zone is 40m tall Far Far Away Castle where I saw my first 4D movie show ever. Later comes a Puss in Boots giant journey, which was twisted roller coaster along the giant castle.
Universal Studios is Southeast Asia’s first Hollywood Theme Park on Sentosa Island.
Tallest Roller Coaster in the World !!
The first ever hollywood film I saw in my childhood was Jurassic Park. And now I was standing at the entrance of the Lost World, the exact replica of the Jurassic Park. It has a roller coaster ride as well as an amazing boat journey through the amazing park.
After Jurassic Park, Battlestar Galactica dueling roller coasters, the tallest coaster coaster in the world with 42.5m (139 feet) were challenging me. Among these dual coasters, one is for Humans (Red) & the other is for Cylons (Blue) which is inverted and more thrilling. The Humans ride was tolerable but Cylons ride was hell of a ride with zero-g roll, a Cobra roll, corkscrews and vertical loops. Screaming out loud was the only thing I did until it comes standstill.
It was late when I reached ancient egypt, the next amazing ride through the cursed world of Mummies. Due to lack of time, I missed few more rides in Sci-Fi city. Moved ahead towards New York and visited Steven Spielberg’s amazing set where the hurricane was about to hit the whole city.
It was amazing to spend a whole day packed with fun and thrill on this tiny island of Sentosa. Especially, I enjoyed my time spend inside the Universal Studios.
The separate queues for single riders in Universal Studio which worked well for me.
Day in a Zoo..
27 March, 2016
I got a discounted ticket from my hotel for Singapore Zoo. As suggested by the guy at the reception, I left early to catch a Metro till Ang Mo Kio, from where, I can get a bus to Singapore Zoo. I don’t need to bother about money as same metrocard will work in buses also.
Singapore Zoo houses around 315 species of animals in 69 acre area on the margins of upper Seletar Reservoir. The animals are displayed in naturalistic and open exhibits with hidden barriers, moats or glass between the animals and visitors. The Zoo consisted of the most distinctive wildlife habitats from savannah grasslands of Wild Africa to the rugged canyons of the Great Rift Valley of Ethiopia. Also, it houses largest captive colony of orangutans in the world.
While watching these extant great apes, I got involved into the conversation with a lady who is looking after them. She considers these rainforest dwellers as her own children and enjoy her work in the Zoo. Her passion for the work she was doing was inspiring.
Whole day I was roaming around the Zoo and visiting each and every habitat on foot. I also attended 2 amazing shows in between. One started with the mischievous primates and ended with the dance of Indian Leucistic Peafowl. Another show was a display of strength and humour of Srilankan Elephants and their funny masters.
During my day long exploration, I came across many amazing animals like white tigers, polar bears, swimming hippos, colonies of Baboons, australian kangaroos, african penguins, venomous snakes and lazy rhinos. While returning, the Zoo arranged a free bus to the nearest metro station.
Singapore Zoo is one of the World’s best zoos & first to breed Polar Bear in the Tropics.
Super Tree Groves
Getting out in Night and experiencing the amazing shows of Lights is one of the best thing I would love to do again in Singapore. The skyscrapers with all possible geometric shapes were illuminated by colorful lights. The Laser show was the cherry on the cake. The iconic structures like Marina Bay Sands, Esplanade, Singapore Flyer and Helix Bridge were lightened up artistically. I was not in a hurry, so I set my tripod at Fullerton Pavilion and captured some amazing shots of the city lights.
The Merlion is widely used as mascot and national personification of Singapore. This 8.6 m tall statue stands at the mouth of Singapore river & at the tip of Fullerton Waterboat House garden. The less crowd at this time allowed me to get nice snaps of this Mythical Creature with Lion’s head and a body of Fish.
Behind the three 55-storey towers of Marina Bay Sands, there lies a sprawling gardens by the bay. As I stepped into the massive Supertree grove, I felt like being transported to the world of fairy tales. These 25 to 50 meters tall self-powered super trees came alive with an exhilarating display of light and sound at night. Each SuperTree consists of a trunk core made of reinforced concrete wrapped with a steel frame. There are 12 such trees in SuperTree Grove.
Super-Tree grooves are solar powered vertical Gardens capable to generate enough power to provide lighting and aids water technology within conservatories.
That was my last day in Singapore. I did check-out in the morning and headed to Chinatown to try some Chinese street food. I ordered something like Chicken Bowls but honestly I didn’t like it at all. Before leaving Chinatown, I bought some cloths from the market.
Before leaving this amazing country, I wanted to have a 360-degree view of the whole island. So I boarded a Singapore Flyer Capsule which can take me to the height of 165 meters (541 feet). It was World’s tallest Ferris Wheel, until High Roller (2.6 m taller) is opened in Las Vegas. But still it is competing with Marina Bay Sands Skypark & other Skyscrapers in Downtown.
There are 28 air-conditioned capsules from which we can have stunning views of Singapore skyline. It takes around 32 minutes to complete one rotation. I was alone in my capsule so I utilized my space to click some panoramic shots of the Skyline. On that clear day I was able to see some Indonesian islands across the Singapore strait.
Singapore Flyer offered best possible views of Singapore Skyline, Indonesian islands, Malaysian peninsula and Marina Barrage. One thing I observed was the greenery sprawled across the concrete jungle. And may be that is why Singapore is called as garden city.
Singapore Flyer is now Asia’s Largest giant observation wheel & second in the world.
Garden of Dreams
Again I came to the Gardens by the bay but this time it was not for Super Trees. I wanted to explore cooled conservatories including Flower Dome and Cloud Forest. Among them Flower Dome is world’s largest column less glasshouse, so I decided to go there first.
These conservatories are designed by Wilkinson Eyre Architects, using sustainable building technologies. The Cloud Forest is a 35-metre tall mountain covered in lush vegetation having world’s tallest indoor Waterfall. It showcases plant life from tropical highlands up to 2000 metres above sea level.
A stroll along an elevated walkway gives an aerial view of the canopy and mountainside below. The mountain is densely planted with fascinating orchids, delicate ferns, colourful bromeliads and carnivorous pitcher plants. All of these epiphytic and live on top of other plants in nature.
It took so much time to fully explore the cloud fores that I had to skip the Flower Dome and catch the next metro to the Changi Airport. Food in Chinatown left me hungry, so I had my last meal in McCafe before leaving the gardens.
2577 Glass Panels of 690 different shapes and sizes used to cover the whole 12000 square meters surface area of Cloud Forest.
Back to India
Changi Airport is the largest and busiest Airport is Southeast Asia and also the single entry point for the air travelers. The terminal is connected to Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) with underground station.
Before coming out of station, I returned my metrocard to get back the deposit amount. Then I got a boarding pass from Tiger Air counter, went through the security check again. The terminal has shopping mall, restaurants & cafe and many other shops selling duty-free items.
I had few Singaporean dollars left in my wallet, so I did some shopping there.
Soon, my flight was announced and within four hours the aircraft had crossed a massive ocean underneath and touched down the Indian soil at Anna International Airport. Another early morning flight took me back to the Mumbai.
While the plane was hovering over the Mumbai, my mind was comparing Mumbai’s Skyline to that of Singapore. Although there is huge difference in both cities, Mumbai is where I belong and feel homely. We can learn many things from advanced countries like Singapore. But during this process, we should preserve out cultural values, something which distinguished India from rest of the world.
Travelling alone will give you ample time to experiment with photography & introduce you to the amazing world of strangers.

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