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Weak ankles due to minor accidents

Posted: Fri Mar 01, 2024 4:14 am
by corygarvin
Fight For Social Causes With The Racist Rapist Morpheus Shirt

Are you a young person wanting to fight for a just society? Have you gotten sick of the racial inequality and sexual assault on the news?


It’s time for you to take matters into your own hands, and the fashion world has a new design to help you. With the Racist Rapist Morpheus Shirt, you will lead a whole community of social fighters.

Be advised that this T-shirt design may seem very disturbing, but it is purely satirical, and it carries a powerful message for justice. It forces anyone to take another look, and that’s the chance for you to discuss the social topics that really matter. The design might be a bit tough to look at, but it’s a true ally for social fighters.

A Bold And Irreverent Design

1. Striking Visual Elements


As a social activist, it is only natural that you wear a T-shirt with the most famous fictional freedom fighter: Morpheus, the legendary character from The Matrix.

At the heart of the shirt’s design is a visual puzzle, represented by the incomplete word “Ra-ist.” When people look at this clever wordplay, their brains would automatically fill in the blanks, and think about the distressing truth of racism and sexual violence.

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This T-shirt will get anyone to take notice.

2. The Red And Blue Pill Symbolism

This design uses a very powerful concept, which you will be intrigued if you are a social fighter. It is the concept of “Illusion versus choice”, symbolized by the blue and red pill. Anyone who’s watched The Matrix will remember the timeless scene, where Morpheus handed Neo the two pills.

Those pills were meant to represent the hard choice we must take, between reality and dreams. Are you willing to accept the harsh reality of racial discrimination and sexual violence? Or would you rather stay in ignorance?

What The Racist Rapist Morpheus Shirt Says About Your Social Viewpoint

1. You’re Not Afraid To Get Controversial


When you wear this bold Rapist Racist Shirt, it shows that you are someone who’s not afraid of controversy.

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2. Challenging Social Norms

The T-shirt acts as a powerful statement against prevailing social norms, particularly those surrounding discussions of race and sexual violence.

By choosing to wear the “Racist Rapist Morpheus” POD shirt, you declare to the world that you’re committed to defy social stigma and embrace topics that many people find uncomfortable. This defiance is especially relevant in today’s culture, where people tend to avoid debates to keep their own peace.

Change The Community With The T-Shirt

1. Take It To Places That Matter


It’s time for you to channel the strength of Morpheus, and wear this T-shirt to serious events about social issues. There are plenty of those: TED Talks, news interviews, and even the comedy clubs in your local area. That’s right; humor can be a very powerful social weapon.

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Take this design to serious conferences, where you can be heard.

2. Write And Blog About This Design

Words are powerful weapons, and in this digital age, your posts can become viral overnight, if you dare to try.

With this POD T-shirt, it’s time for you to utilize your social platforms, especially the photo-centered ones like Instagram or Facebook. Post the picture of the Racist Rapist PC Matrix Morpheus Shirt, along with a compelling caption to explain its meaning.

Keep in mind that for the first few days, your articles will come under a lot of fire. People will criticize and even insult you for bringing up such a disturbing T-shirt design. But you must not falter. Those are the most natural reactions, and you must take the chance to challenge your audience’s point of view. The key is to make more allies, not enemies, so always be nice and respectful in your writing.

Final Verdict

Social justice is a long and uphill battle, and one T-shirt can’t help us overnight. But when we collectively wear the “Rapist or Racist” POD T-shirt, and make our voices heard, we can show the world that we’re fighting for the right causes.

This T-shirt design is unlike anything you’ve seen before. Many may find it disturbing, but there are still people who are genuinely curious, and that is your potential ally. However you choose to use this design, may your social stance come true!

Re: Weak ankles due to minor accidents

Posted: Fri Mar 01, 2024 1:34 pm
by Inspiredcapers
After a severe twist a few years ago my Doc suggested barefooting and minimalist shoes. My recovery was quick, my feet, ankles, and calves strengthened, and I grew a foot size from 43 to 44. I wear the majority of my ski boots without insoles (or very thin one). I haven’t rolled an ankle in years partly due to strengthening and partly due to getting rid of footwear with arch support and any kind of heel. My feet are stronger, healthier, and I haven’t had a blister in several years either.

Re: Weak ankles due to minor accidents

Posted: Fri Mar 01, 2024 3:20 pm
by stilltryin
I have no idea what you need, but I have been wearing an ankle stabilizer like this in my various ski boots.https://www.amazon.com/Med-Spec-Ankle-S ... th=1&psc=1

Re: Weak ankles due to minor accidents

Posted: Fri Mar 01, 2024 5:09 pm
by TallGrass
corygarvin wrote:
Fri Mar 01, 2024 4:14 am
Hello, I am in pain and my ankle is currently quite weak compared to before the accident and still want to find shoes that are suitable for my current condition. Does anyone have any sample suggestions? Thank.
Inspiredcapers wrote:
Fri Mar 01, 2024 1:34 pm
After a severe twist a few years ago my Doc suggested barefooting and minimalist shoes. My recovery was quick, my feet, ankles, and calves strengthened... haven’t rolled an ankle in years partly due to strengthening
Do you want to recover (A), or do you want to make the "weak ankle" permanent (B)?

B. Get cushy supportive footwear so it does the job instead of your foot, so the foot never heals, accept your new gimp status.

A. Pain or discomfort? Pain is "I need to go see a doctor to fix this." Discomfort is "annoying but tolerable or manageable." If pain, see a doctor. If discomfort, DO PHYSICAL THERAPY.

After an injury, the body goes in to "re-build and re-program mode" and discomfort is part of that. GET WALKING, preferably EVEN motion (roller-walker, shopping cart) versus a cane.

LOW INTENSITY
LONG DURATION (build up to it and beyond)
Progress from walking 1/2 a block and back on sidewalk, to miles for hours in grassy, rocky and un-even terrain.
That is how you re-build and strengthen ligaments, tendons, and muscles.
Motion is lotion.

Is it fun? No, not a first.
Is it worth it? YES.
I'm sure IC would agree.

Re: Weak ankles due to minor accidents

Posted: Fri Mar 01, 2024 7:27 pm
by Inspiredcapers
Yes TallGrass, it was definitely worth it and going beyond where I was before the injury was an added bonus.

If weight bearing is an issue go somewhere (ocean, lake, pool…) where you can use flotation as an aid. I spent a lot of hours doing this, it was worth every moment.

Re: Weak ankles due to minor accidents

Posted: Sat Mar 02, 2024 9:24 am
by lowangle al
There's nothing wrong with strengthening your ankles, and injuries get better over time. I know because I broke both my ankles, once skiing and once on a motorcycle crash. That being said your gear choice also matters. I don't know what you're skiing, but wider skis with stiffer boots will greatly help with stability when it comes to weak ankles. A ski almost as wide as your boot(approx. mid 80mm under foot or more) will give you as much stability as your boot alone, as opposed to standing on a narrow ski. A T4 class boot also has a lot of stability and a T2 class boot will hold your ankle immobile from side to side movement.

Re: Weak ankles due to minor accidents

Posted: Sat Mar 02, 2024 11:28 am
by paulzo
I cant help you with the shoe choices. But once your doctor has assured you that your healing process has progressed to the point where you can begin to regain strength, a simple way to start is find a sloping driveway or similar smotth but sloping surface, and walk in circles on it. As you go around, your ankles are flexing in all directions, working all the muscles alternately. You can start on a gentle slope and progress to steeper, and after a while you will be ready for more irregular surfaces.

Re: Weak ankles due to minor accidents

Posted: Sat Mar 02, 2024 12:02 pm
by Inspiredcapers
paulzo, that is a brilliant suggestion, wish I’d thought of that one during my rehab time. When I was pool walking there was some degree of that (sloping shallow to deep) but doing it out of water would be super beneficial.

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Re: Weak ankles due to minor accidents

Posted: Wed Apr 03, 2024 9:41 am
by Lhartley
Inspiredcapers wrote:
Fri Mar 01, 2024 1:34 pm
After a severe twist a few years ago my Doc suggested barefooting and minimalist shoes. My recovery was quick, my feet, ankles, and calves strengthened, and I grew a foot size from 43 to 44. I wear the majority of my ski boots without insoles (or very thin one). I haven’t rolled an ankle in years partly due to strengthening and partly due to getting rid of footwear with arch support and any kind of heel. My feet are stronger, healthier, and I haven’t had a blister in several years either.
How long did it take you to transition to minimalist shoes? I'm trying a pair of 4mm drop innov8 roclites. Don't really have any foot issues, just messing around. The hunting forum I lurk is constantly talking about zero drop footwear, and I found a great deal on amazon.

Inov-8 Men's Roclite G 286 GTX Hiking Boot https://a.co/d/5kKHkEE

Re: Weak ankles due to minor accidents

Posted: Wed Apr 03, 2024 10:07 am
by Montana St Alum
The Tarahumara would agree, regarding a minimalist approach to footwear.
This is an entertaining read.

Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen
by Christopher McDougall

https://www.thriftbooks.com/w/born-to-r ... on=5001533