#speakclearly

“Adults, stop reading fics of minors in relationships - even if you’re 19 it’s weird that you’re reading fics about minors dating and kissing. And you shouldn’t be writing those fics either because you’re not a minor.”

And - I mean, just cancel all YA literature, I guess? Because the majority of novelists who write YA literature...aren’t minors. And apparently this is somehow weird. Like, I’m really not sure who this person thinks will be left writing decent fic if you take out the 18+ authors. Not to say that there aren’t some kids who can’t write well, but- you’re cutting out a HUGE portion of fandom if you think that adults writing about child characters and high-school romance or the like is weird. It seems oddly exclusionist to say something like this, especially given that a lot of adults have personal experience they can put into their writing to make it more realistic, and a mature lens through which they can actually analyze their own behavior at that age...

Oh, and don’t forget - if you’re an adult of any age, it’s weird that you’d ever look at an under-18 character and somehow relate to them. Because clearly all adults spring into existence without ever having been in elementary, middle, or high school, and having crushes on other kids during those times.

And clearly reading about high-school/school-age kids dating is somehow indicative of being creepy, and not...I don’t know, being reminded of yourself at that age?

Honestly, I’m sick of adults treating kids like they don’t understand how fiction and adult content work.

Give kids credit. They're not stupid - half of them are highly intelligent little tech wizards that could probably weave a social-media net more complex than your grandmother’s lace doilies. They are more than aware that fiction isn't real. They know acutely that life isn't a movie or a book or a fanfic that starts 'and they were roommates'. Most minors in fandom are fully aware that the a majority of the material they’re interacting does not, in fact, involve real people’s stories or names or likenesses. If you’re going to interact with them, at least grant them that acknowledgement.

What kids do tend to have trouble with is identifying nuance. A lot of the time, this is because many of them haven’t had high-level lessons on nuance and literary techniques - they’ve gotten into basics, but any adult with a degree in literature is going to have a much broader grasp of how written (drawn/produced-somehow) content works. However, because heavily nuanced content is often more complex and often less black-and-white morally, this means that heavier topics often need to be looked at through a more mature lens for the nuance (or lack thereof - terrible stuff does exist on the internet) to be fully understood. 

For this reason, a lot of darkfic/all nsfw/related topics should be and are rightfully considered to be adult content, and adults should never actively seek to introduce this content to a minor. Adults who make adult content should actively encourage minors to stay away, and shouldn’t discuss those kinds of topics with minors. If a minor has a burning desire to understand adult content at all costs, they should be redirected to an age-appropriate resource from professional sources - not given explanations from a Tumblr stranger.

HOWEVER, at a certain point, it is an individual's responsibility to manage their own experience online. 

If something is properly identified as adult content (which it should always be) then it is an individual’s job to avoid that content if they are uncomfortable with it. For the most part, if a book/fanfic/fanart/artwork is properly tagged with warnings, kids are in fact intelligent enough to know better than to read or look at something they shouldn’t be reading or looking at. Will some kids look at it anyways? Well, unfortunately so. There’s no way to create a publically accessible space for adults without allowing people to lie about their ages and pretend to be older so they can view adult content. However - this does not instantly mean that adults are responsible for the actions of kids. If a teenager voluntarily clicks into a work that has been advertised as adult content, then they have made a conscious decision to view that work.

And, because we are acknowledging that kids are old and intelligent enough to understand fiction in general, because we are acknowledging that being a minor doesn’t invalidate well-constructed arguments, we also must extend this acknowledgement to the concept that kids are responsible for their own decisions when they choose to look at a work that is tagged for adult content. Being a minor does not take away a person’s agency and ability to control their own behavior. Being a minor does not automatically lessen a person’s ability to construct and defend an argument or opinion. But it also does not lessen their culpability when they do something wrong or cruel. 

Adults posting properly tagged content (improperly tagged content is a whole different can of worms) are putting out warning signs for kids to stay away. They’re putting out warning signs for adults uncomfortable with the topics discussed to stay away. They are purposefully discouraging individuals uncomfortable with the subject material to avoid their work, but also inviting critique and feedback from individuals who want to evaluate the nuance of the work they’ve created and are comfortable seeing the fictional content in question. However, banning or restricting the kinds of adult content that can be produced on adult-oriented sites (not including illegal nsfw and content exploitative of real individuals) because a kid has chosen to access said content in spite of warnings, ignores the fact that minors are capable of critical thought and have a degree of agency that makes them responsible for their own behavior.

TL;DR - It is the responsibility of an adult to guide and encourage kids to stay away from adult content via use of proper tags. It is the responsibility of a minor to take that advice and stay away from works marked for adults, especially if they are uncomfortable with the material. It is responsibility of the individual to cultivate their fandom experience. It is the responsibility of the community to provide tools for people to cultivate their fandom spaces.

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In India, millions of people want to speak English confidently. But traditional English is hard. It has silent letters, confusing spellings, and words that sound different from how they are written. That’s where Artificial English comes in.

Artificial English is a new way to learn and speak English. It uses simple rules, no silent letters, and phonetic spelling (spell like you speak). In this blog, we will explain what Artificial English is, how it works, and why it helps you speak clearly.

What Is Artificial English?

Artificial English is a simplified version of English. It removes all the confusing parts, like

Silent letters (like the 'k' in knife)

Different spellings for the same sounds (like “photo” and “ferry”)

Hard-to-read words (like “colonel,” which sounds like “kernel”)

Instead, Artificial English uses phonetic spelling, where each word is written as it sounds. For example: Traditional English Artificial English EnoughEnufKnowNoReceive ReceivePsychology Saykolaji

This way, even beginners can read, write, and speak English with confidence.

Why Is English So Confusing?

English is a mix of many languages like Latin, French, and German. That’s why:

One sound can have many spellings (e.g., f in phone or fun)

One spelling can sound different (e.g., ough in though, through, rough)

Words may have silent letters (e.g., debt, island, wrist)

For Indian learners, this makes English very difficult. You may know the word but still pronounce it wrongly.

Artificial English solves this problem by making spelling and pronunciation match.

How Artificial English Helps You Speak Clearly

1. Simple Spellings

In Artificial English, every letter has one sound. You don’t have to guess. You read it the way you see it.

Example:

Traditional: Doubt

Artificial English: Daut

You don’t waste time learning exceptions.

2. Easy Pronunciation

Artificial English uses phonetic writing. If you can read Hindi or any Indian language, this system will feel familiar. You speak what you see—just like Hindi varna-mala.

Example:

Traditional: Choir (pronounced “koyer”)

Artificial English: Koyer

3. Perfect for Beginners

If you are just starting to learn English, Artificial English gives you confidence. You can begin speaking from day one without fear of mistakes.

No need to remember silent letters

No need to memorize complex spelling rules

No fear of wrong pronunciation

4. Great for Daily Use

Artificial English is perfect for:

Daily conversation

WhatsApp and SMS texting

Notes and reminders

Voice typing and speech apps

It’s like learning "Easy English" for real life.

Who Can Use Artificial English?

Artificial English is for everyone:

Students who are starting English classes

Working professionals who want to improve their spoken English

Parents who want to teach English at home

Seniors who find English hard to read or pronounce

Even advanced learners can use Artificial English to speak more clearly and confidently.

Is Artificial English Real English?

Yes, it is based on real English. But it is simplified for learners. It is a stepping stone to fluent English. Once you are confident, you can easily move to traditional English.

Think of it like training wheels on a bicycle. It helps you balance before you ride freely.

Start Speaking Clearly Today

If English feels confusing, don’t worry. Artificial English is here to help. It is simple, clear, and easy to use. You don’t need to be an expert. You only need the right tool to begin.

So start today. Try speaking and writing in Artificial English. You'll feel more confident and sound more clear.

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