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different genders, same mind

2012.05.01 21:07 different genders, same mind

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2017.01.30 00:34 Regretting Joe Biden

joegret - regretting it already

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2020.07.05 20:57 mdawgig I Didn't Have Eggs: Terrible recipe reviews

Reviews by people who don't follow a recipe and then complain that it sucks.

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2024.05.15 06:32 Puzzleheaded-Car1239 Bisaya's "Tama" Attitude in workplace

I read a subreddit about the long feud between Bisaya and Tagalogs and that Bisaya has this called "Tama" attitude and I couldn't agree more.
~long post ahead~
Based on my experience, most of my excruciating scenarios where I couldn't stand someone's work ethic happens to be with a Bisaya colleague.
This started two years ago. We got deployed in a school where we need to stay in.

1 I got a Bisayan roommate who's overly controlling on how we should act and behave in our dorm. She would want to make almost all decisions like when we should clean the room (anytime she wants) or how the room should look like. She would comment even on our meal routine and how we shouldn't cook something because she didn't like a certain dish. But for us, we couldn't voice out our choices because we will be resented. It came to a point where it got suffocating and it left me no choice but to exchange dorms.

In relation to the title, at work, she wasn't as different. Since she had a connection to our boss, she acts as if she has a say to everything our colleagues do. PS, we are both newbies and we shall be the ones to reach out and learn to get to know them but she chose to intimidate our fellow employees instead. Like for example, our colleagues started putting out their lunchbox at 11:55am. When I asked her if she'd like to eat, she says "No thanks, it's still 5 minutes until lunch" loudly for our officemates to hear. I felt the tension and the awkward silence after. After that, nobody ever talks with her at work.

2 Another Bisayan speaker got to orient us for a week at work. She overhears another Bisayan colleague and I discussing about the program. Let me code my colleague R (he) and the speaker J (she). The orientation was in between a busy schedule on closing the previous year and transitioning to a new one. R was asking if I could replace him to host the event which will be 30 mins prior the start. I normally don't have a problem with impromptu tasks if it would be hours of prep before the actual, but this one I rejected. I said no and explained I still have deadline for closing the year so all I could do is attend the orientation. The speaker, J, butted in and encouraged me that what I'd do is simple. Still for me, I preferred hosting if I was conditioned to do so or if I had the time to prepare so they got a second firm "no" from me.

During the orientation, J the speaker, unsurprisingly took her sweet time teaching us on not saying "no" to the tasks we were being given. She was reiterating that saying "no" to responsibilities was rejecting growth at work while looking at me the whole time. I knew from the start she was referring to the interaction we had earlier. I had been uncomfortable and really second guessed myself hard afterward.
Anyway, I got closure on this because I did not attend the orientation the next day and directly addressed the issue with her. Guess what? She suddenly didn't have an idea on what I was talking about and that she didn't intend to do anything that upsets me. Lesson: Don't get intimidated by passive-aggression; they will fold once you let them know you know what they're playing.

3 Our boss is Bisaya. She's fond of employees that were from her same hometown. Unfortunately, this caused division in our work dynamic. Our Bisaya colleagues were always put on pedestal like they were given higher positions at their first year (unlike the tenured and qualified ones) and were never called out for their toxic behaviors at work. They were always the ones to break the rules they set that even clients complain but since they have power and in supervisory positions, they fall on deaf ears all the time. When they do break the rules, they are quick to ignore or they scapegoat others. But if other than them commits mistakes, they were being escalated and announced. I firmly believe this rooted from our boss' unfair treatment. It made our Bisaya colleagues think highly of themselves. Tenured and qualified employees get exhausted for nothing and get blamed for every mistake. While they are being continuously rewarded just because they are fellow BISAYA. No wonder every year, most employees resign in this company.

My conclusion - most of Bisaya I get to work with have dominating personalities and are sometimes passive-aggressive.
I'd like to know shared experiences from the comments.

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2024.05.15 06:32 Straight-Cup6323 AITA for hating my friend for not understanding me?

For context, I 25 (F) has been friends with this girl from work Abbie 26 (F). Actually, we've become friends over a fateful situation which is for another story. However, after that we bonded so much due to our similarity and yearning for company over problems we commonly share.
During our bonding times, we commonly take 4-5 hrs just talking about life across topics of almost everything. We also converse at work most of the time making work more okay than tedious.
However, I sometimes hate her comments which feels mean but I do let it slide because I too, feel that I'm also that kind sometimes.
The icky feeling though started when she would interrupt conversations which she is not part of and seemingly argue or compete with me. I know I have always been competitive myself and I do hate being wronged. But as a person at this age I am learning to outgrow that attitude as I feel that it is not helping me attain my goals in life.
She would kept on insinuating her point until I would give up or if I try to fight for my "two cents" she would dismissed and call me being too much or laugh at my face. If I would still push it she would ignore me and get back to work which is a bit bs.
My eyebrows started arching just last week. Well, Abbie is not fond with the idea of children especially taking care of kids that isn't blood related and she have always told us that she can only love a child when it is hers. I do respect her perspective on that however I view motherhood completely different. For me, as long as you feel and act as a mother it's fine- not my life to meddle, though. So with this, I have commented that we should have bought our manager a cake since she is considered the "teams mother". Abbie laughed at my comment, saying how can I say that as our manager does not even have a child. I reasoned out that our manager is considered the "teams mother" and we are sometimes labeled as motherless when she is on leave.
She laughed as if I was stupid enough to consider the idea and told me drop if off. I was honestly pissed feeling belittled and discarded.
At the height of my emotions I just rolled my eyes at her and replied "whatever". However, I value our friendship and let it go.
Well, not until today. One of our friends from work was having some issues and sharing it with us (not my story to tell though). But, it was too messy and I have provided my two cents informing my friend that she might just be a victim of the whole scenario. I have also advised her to choose her peace of mind and don't mind all the bs.
After this, Abbie pm-ed me not to be too invested of our friend's problem and that I know that our friend thinks the other way. I was utterly confused with her message.
First, I was not forcing any ideology, I was actually trying to calm the girl out. Second, my theory was merely a what if situation and still not clashing my friends point of view of the situation.
I just felt that Abbie is really lacking of comprehension (as per my observation) and I hate her for discarding my opinion. So, AITA for hating my friend for not understanding me?

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2024.05.15 06:31 DocWatson42 SF/F: Erotica

My lists are always being updated and expanded when new information comes in—what did I miss or am I unaware of (even if the thread predates my membership in Reddit), and what needs correction? Even (especially) if I get a subreddit or date wrong. (Note that, other than the quotation marks, the thread titles are "sic". I only change the quotation marks to match the standard usage (double to single, etc.) when I add my own quotation marks around the threads' titles.)
The lists are in absolute ascending chronological order by the posting date, and if need be the time of the initial post, down to the minute (or second, if required—there are several examples of this). The dates are in DD MMMM YYYY format per personal preference, and times are in US Eastern Time ("ET") since that's how they appear to me, and I'm not going to go to the trouble of converting to another time zone. They are also in twenty-four hour format, as that's what I prefer, and it saves the trouble and confusion of a.m. and p.m. Where the same user posts the same request to different subreddits, I note the user's name in order to indicate that I am aware of the duplication.
Thread lengths: longish (50–99 posts)/long (100–199 posts)/very long (200–299 posts)/extremely long (300–399 posts)/huge (400+ posts) (though not all threads are this strictly classified, especially ones before mid?-2023, though I am updating shorter lists as I repost them); they are in lower case to prevent their confusion with the name "Long" and are the first notation after a thread's information.
For romance books, you can also try romancebooks, as well as Help a Bitch Out, the Romance Novel Book Sleuth group on Goodreads, and romance.io "(the filters are your friend!)" (per romancebooks).
ScienceFictionRomance (possibly)
Romance_for_men's Books with Romance for Men (spreadsheet; multiple subgenres)
Erotica tags at the ISFDB
Pornography tags at the ISFDB
Threads:

"Science fiction erotica that's not terrible?" (printSF; 15:07 ET, 19 October 2022)
"Fantasy books in wich there is some/healthy amount of s*x?" (suggestmeabook; 10:57 ET, 27 February 2023)—sex/erotica
"Any Good SF/Fantasy Erotica Out There?" (printSF; 23:37 ET, 8 March 2023)
"Smutty SF" (printSF; 29 March 2023)—long; with plot
"Need Fantasy Smut Suggestions" (Fantasy; 9 April 2023)—long
"Well-written, mature, adult version of A Court of Thorns and Roses?" (Fantasy; 7 May 2023)—very long
"Explicit Fantasy book(s) recommendations" (Fantasy; 11 May 2023)
"Don't judge me" (booksuggestions; 30 May 2023)
"Fantasy books that have s*x in them?" (suggestmeabook; 25 June 2023)
"Discrete books help" (suggestmeabook; 30 June 2023)
"Fantasy erotica recommendations" (suggestmeabook; 24 September 2023)
"What is the best fantasy series that heavily implements smut elements?" (Fantasy; 06:41 ET, 29 October 2023)—extremely long; u\FirelinkTacoSauce
"What are some of the best sci-fi books (series) that implement smut elements?" (scifi; 06:45 ET, 29 October 2023)—long; u\FirelinkTacoSauce

Books:
Circlet Press—small publishing house
Phil Foglio:

XXXenophile (anthology comic)

Books (of which I am aware):

Janet Morris's Silistra series

Anne Rice (as mentioned by u\mgonzo):

As A. N. Roquelaure: The Sleeping Beauty Quartet
As Anne Rampling

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2024.05.15 06:30 poggoboi Maybe I'm just coping hard but...

I was scrolling through UNIS GLOBAL in Facebook and came across this post:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/HJaZmZPheds1BvWa/?mibextid=oFDknk
And this post made me realize something. Their What is Love performance was sort of the amalgamation of their constant hardwork (in a sense). This performance showed the following:

Gehlee's dancing improved significantly. She's always been more of a smooth dancer, shining especially on more slower tracks like Beautiful back in UT. But on more faster tracks she seems to always struggle or at the very least have a hard time, her moves often times looks stiff, which is not a good compliment to her usual smooth dancing. So often times, she ends up looking sloppy, but in this performance we can clearly see that she improved her dancing ability to faster tracks. And maybe this is just out of pure love from TWICE, but her expression the entire performance is just a massive improvement from her usual somewhat awkward smile, she looks genuinely elated throughout the performance and her expression showed it. It gave of this starry-eyed, curious teen impression, which is necessary in performing a TWICE song like What is Love.
Kotoko's promising vocals. One of the main criticism about Kotoko back in UT days was that she's very weak vocally, and I used to agree to that (looking at it constructively, of course). But her “I'm gOoOoOoOoOd” part in SUPEREWOMAN, showed massive promise. No offense, but I think that the J-Line along with Gehlee are the most handful members to be distributed a line to, not because they're bad vocalist, but rather because of they're unique vocal quality. In the sense that if you put them in specific parts of a song, it sounds extremely good and invokes the necessary feeling, but at the same time, putting them in other specific parts could feel out of place. The way I could describe those three is that: Nana's voice is breathy, perfect for conveying emotion and should be preferably used in more lower register, best example is Dream of Girls. Gehlee's voice is low registered, best utilized for highlighting low register killing parts and being second or last chorus like in Dopamine to switch things up and make their songs sonically dynamic. And lastly, Kotoko's voice is more on the high pitch side, should preferably be used in stylish parts like a falsetto with preferably Elisia adlibbing (more on this later) and also probably the rap parts too, because her rapping tone is a good contrast to Yoona's rapping. Sorry for the long unrelated yapping, but overall, I think that they're doing a good job improving Kotoko's unique voice and it shows in this performance.
And lastly Elisia's ad-libbing. My personal favourite UT performance is Beautiful, because of the absolute god-sent of a performance that was, vocally. And a huge reason to that, is because of Elisa's ad-libs, her ad-libs adds that necessary emotional and vocal depth. And even way back in her Red Flavor performance, she was already trying to adlib although she was discouraged to do so. The biggest reason on why I think Elisia is arguably one of the best vocalist in 5th gen is because of her ability to impact and add to a song, regardless of whether is sing or being a back up vocal. And although it is subtle, I think this performance is a great practice for her to expand her vocal abilities by essentially playing backseat and still adding something to the song (although I do hope that they start giving her more lines in their CB).

Overall, there was a lot, and I mean A LOT of things wrong with the performance but we can't just ignore that positives and undeservedly write the performance off. I, for one, am also immensely disappointed in the distribution of this performance and their album but we can only hope that FNF will listen to our pleas and distribute the lines to the girls more fairly, but in the mean time, let's just focus on the goods and not let the negatives affects us too much.

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2024.05.15 06:30 Kindly_Travel9775 Rage issues

Hello everyone! Very long post ahead…It’s been 3 months since last D-Day. We’ve had multiple D-Days over the span of 8 years ive lost count how many. Why so many? Because the first 7 years he would confess to things but it would be soo watered down I never truly realized he was a Sex addict as well as a PA. The full 8 years he would mix it up between frequenting massage parlors, bringing call girls to his hotel on work trips, visiting strip clubs and paying for lap dances, and eventually the latest- finding phone prostitutes to chat with and develop an “emotional bond” as well as phone sex. I almost left him but he begged for a last chance and it’s been three months since last D-Day, and he’s finally been putting work into recovery- he has admitted how bad the situation is, admitted he’s an addict, and started going to weekly SA group meetings, and weekly CSAT therapist. This time, I can see actual change because he initiates conversations and constant check in’s as well as daily evening check ins. He has become way less irritable and annoyed in all areas, and more patient and helpful and loving. He has willing put heavy restrictions on his phone and accountability apps, as well as removed Instagram, telegram, Snapchat. He has been very conscious and proactive about how he spends his time- he has developed new habits like absolutely no phone in bathroom/on toilet/in shower. He doesn’t pick up his phone first thing in the morning and has made a “morning routine” of ice bath plunge as well as meditation and prayer, and Bible reading. He is finally fully present with our family and wants to do things as a family, and initiates family bonding activities. He’s stopped chasing his bosses, coworkers, friends, and his parents approval, and focuses on his inner balance. I’ve seen an immense change in him like I’ve never seen before as a person and as a recovering addict. He is doing everything right. However….
I’ve been extremely supportive and loving and his shoulder during this whole time. But now I’m terrified because I’ve been having unexplained rage episodes. We can have a small misunderstanding and it will just throw me into a fit of extreme rage, where I will throw whatever objects are near me, or try to hurt myself for example I slammed my hand shut in between a door on purpose. It’s just this overwhelming sense or hatred and anger just bursting in me and it seems it just burst right out of me. I have never ever in my life felt like this, I’ve always been a meek and kind and sweet person and taken pressure with stride. I see myself from the side after my fits of anger and I think… He really broke me this time didn’t he? I begged him to stop in his addiction and he didn’t, until I was finally broken. I am not the same person I was before, and I know all you partners of PA/SA can relay to this. I see the world now through an addicts eyes- every single woman is a threat, and every single man is not safe, and every child/teen/woman is either in threat of becoming a victim or is already a victim. I’ve also become more cold and cut off people whereas before I would believe in the good and people and was a warm accepting person. However my main concern is the intense fits of rage I feel. Has anyone else felt something similar? What helped or what did your therapist recommend? I’m scared and just feel soo broken 😞

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2024.05.15 06:27 redderzooming [2] Perfect ACW Score, Everyday (2024/05/15)

The goal here is to get a perfect score, everyday, no matter how long it takes you. Of course you can move, pan and zoom.
Lowest time wins, although this is more a personal challenge, to be patient and persevere.
Comment below on how you found hints, what made it difficult... That's half the fun of the challenge!
Challenge link for today:
https://www.geoguessr.com/challenge/sigA4sjaPGZNzLrQ

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2024.05.15 06:26 BiscottiFit2685 Attention all GRADS

Attention all GRADS! Graduation is almost here! If anyone is interesting in getting Grad photos done, I have plenty of slots still open! My main area is Riverside and Orange County, but I am willing to travel. If you are interested and what a personalized quote DM me on my Instagram "nathentrujillophoto" I do both highschool and college graduates. Let's get to celebrating!
(I have attached a few examples, I do more schools outside of these)
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2024.05.15 06:26 Apprehensive_Role474 I’m jealous of a 14 year old

Hello everyone so for starters I’m F19 and my younger (half) sister is 14. She is promoting from 8th grade to high school next month and my mom is getting so excited and buying her so many things and throwing her a big party which is all fine except for the fact that she didn’t even go this hard for my high school graduation… I’m not trying to downplay my little sisters achievements not by a long shot I’m so proud of her and I’ll always support her no matter what. My mom has always treated us differently though. When I promoted in 8th grade we were struggling and we were just flat out broke… cut to the end of my senior year we are living in a nice ass house with a huge backyard and a pool and I can’t complain. But still something inside me is just lingering with negativity. My sisters and I have different dads, their dad is a much more involved dad and he also has a fuck ton of money, while my dad doesn’t, he never rlly cared enough to show up for any of my birthdays or graduations or anything important in my life. Which is why I think my mom favors my younger siblings over me. She’s talking abt getting her a taco truck and printing shirts out with her face on it and ik many people find that type of stuff cringey but I would’ve loved that for my grad. I’m Mexican so a month before my graduation I asked her if she could get me one of those Mexican stoles so that I could wear. She said would and by the time my graduation day came I had no stole. I wasn’t gonna make a big deal but it is something I rlly wanted (she ended up buying me one afterwards) which is totally fine at least I got it. I appreciate everything my mom has done for me because she goes above and beyond but then little things like this get me. Like why couldn’t I just have the stole or have the big party. Graduating hs was kind of hard for me as well, I went through a lot and I didn’t even think I’d make it past 16 years old and graduating was my biggest goal at the time. I just thought she would’ve went more out being that she didn’t graduate nor did my older brother, so I was essentially the first person in the family to graduate. It’s fine I understand but I wish for once I wouldn’t have to understand.
Sorry this is so long but thank you if you read it all the way through :)

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2024.05.15 06:26 Huntress-Valentina [NA][PS][Any] Stack Finder Here!

I will be reposting this weekly for the community. MAKE SURE YOUR PSN PRIVACY SETTINGS ARE DISABLED OR I WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ADD YOU PLEASE
NO MNK PLAYERS ALLOWED. Please make sure you are not misspelling your psn name.. it slows me down. Also, age preference is 18+, some exceptions
Hey, I created a PSN group chat called "R6 Stack Finder." This will be a good way to find teammates on demand rather than waiting and making posts here, though this subreddit is still relevant, so dont ignore it. This group chat is for anyone of any rank and experience, only related to PSN and USA
However, there are a few conditions to follow. When asking for teammates in the chat, make the following known so get exactly what you are looking for.
A mic is required at all times. Otherwise, you wouldn't be in this reddit looking for teammates for a better experience.
Rank: Mode: Style: Role:
Example: Im Copper V, LF 2-3 ppl for Ranked, comp style, I play support.
Example: No rank, LF any to play quickmatch/standard, chill-casual, Im an IGL-Flex, etc
You get the gist. With this, no longer will you have to fear garbage games with bad randoms who don't play siege the way it's meant to be. You will find people, create alliances and make personal friends, and prolly develop your own consistent 5 stack to achieve your goals, where it will be casual chilling or playing hard and serious.
If you would like an invite to this psn group chat, just respond with your psn below and get to asking for teammates when you're ready to play!
BE ADVISED: THIS GROUP CHAT IS ONLY FOR PEOPLE WHO MAIN R6 SIEGE AS THEIR MOST PLAYED GAME ON PSN
The reason being is that it can become large with a lot of people and the last thing we need is a bunch of people In the group chat who play siege once a week, that just takes up space and ruins the consistency of finding teammates. So this is strictly and all about siege. I'm not saying that siege has to be your ONLY game, but only join this if you play siege for most of your psn hours and are serious. This is to help the solo community. Good luck.

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2024.05.15 06:23 mabuhaygi AFQT Doesn’t Matter

There seems to be a misunderstanding between ASVAB (AFQT) score and MAGE scores. Those are two different scores.
Your ASVAB score doesn’t qualify you for a specific job. Your ASVAB (AFQT) score indicates whether you meet the minimum score to join a branch of service and nothing else.
In the Air Force, your MAGE scores determine what jobs you qualify for. Period.
In the Air Force’s eyes every job in existence is categorized into one of four groups:
Mechanical Administrative General Electronic/Electrical
This confusion is common with many new recruits and it seems recruiters may not be expressing this to their applicants.
The AFQT score is typically an average of the Admin and General scores. This holds closely to the PiCAT and EPT (in-office) tests as well as any pre-tests that recruiters give. The pretests just give a basic indication whether or not you can meet the minimum scores to join a service, not the Air Force.
The AFQT score also has nothing to do with the Mechanical or Electronic scores. And those are the most sought after and/or needed scores for the best Air Force jobs.
Example: it is very possible a person wants a Cyber job that requires an E (Electronic) score of 70. The “problem” is their AFQT score was only a 60, and they believe they are ineligible for the cyber job. THIS IS NOT ALWAYS TRUE!
The AFQT of 60 made them eligible to join the Air Force while the E:70 score qualified them for the specific job, in this case, Cyber.
There are many other nuances to job choice vs job placement, but this is the foundation.

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2024.05.15 06:20 floralgarag Blooming Success: Choosing the Perfect Graduation Bouquet

Graduation is a significant milestone in anyone's life, marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. It's a time of celebration, achievement, and looking toward the future with hope and excitement. One of the most cherished traditions of graduation is the giving and receiving of flowers, symbolizing new beginnings, growth, and success. Choosing the perfect graduation bouquet is a thoughtful and meaningful way to congratulate the graduate and show them how proud you are of their accomplishments.

Importance of Graduation Bouquets

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Graduation bouquets are more than just a beautiful arrangement of flowers; they are a symbol of achievement and recognition for years of hard work and dedication. They serve as a reminder of the graduate's accomplishments and the support and love of their friends and family. A carefully chosen bouquet can uplift the spirits, bring joy, and create lasting memories for the graduate on their special day.

Choosing the Right Flowers

When selecting flowers for a graduation bouquet, consider the graduate's favorite flowers or those that hold special meaning for them. For example, roses symbolize love and admiration, making them a perfect choice for showing how proud you are of the graduate. Daisies are a symbol of innocence and purity, making them an ideal choice for celebrating a milestone achievement.

Color Coordination

It's important to consider the color scheme of the bouquet, taking into account the graduate's attire or school colors. Matching the bouquet to the outfit can create a cohesive and elegant look. Additionally, using a mix of colors can add vibrancy and visual interest to the bouquet.

Size and Shape of the Bouquet

The size and shape of the bouquet should also be considered, taking into account the graduate's height and build. A petite graduate may prefer a smaller, more delicate bouquet, while a taller graduate may opt for a larger, more extravagant arrangement. Additionally, consider whether a handheld bouquet or a wrist corsage would be more suitable for the occasion.

Personalization and Customization

Adding personal touches to the bouquet can make it even more special. Consider adding ribbons, charms, or even photographs to personalize the bouquet and make it truly unique to the graduate. Customizing the bouquet to reflect the graduate's personality and interests can make it a cherished keepsake for years to come.

Budget-Friendly Options

For those looking to save on costs, there are numerous ways to craft a gorgeous graduation bouquet without breaking the bank. Opting for in-season flowers can significantly reduce expenses while still ensuring a beautiful arrangement. Additionally, consider exploring do-it-yourself (DIY) bouquet options for a personalized touch and a more budget-friendly approach. Floral Garage Singapore stands out as an excellent choice for budget-conscious individuals. They offer a diverse range of flower collections that fit within various budgets, and their same-day delivery service adds convenience to your purchase.

Presentation and Delivery

The way the bouquet is presented and delivered can also make a difference. A well-presented bouquet can create a memorable moment for the graduate and add to the overall joy of the occasion. Consider options for delivery or presentation at the graduation ceremony to ensure the bouquet is received with love and appreciation.

Caring for the Bouquet

To ensure the bouquet stays fresh and beautiful throughout the day, it's important to take proper care of it. Keep the bouquet in water until the last possible moment, and store it in a cool place away from direct sunlight. After the ceremony, consider preserving the bouquet as a keepsake to remember the special day.

Conclusion

Choosing the perfect graduation bouquet is a thoughtful and meaningful way to congratulate the graduate and show them how proud you are of their accomplishments. By considering their favorite flowers, color coordination, size and shape, personalization, budget-friendly options, presentation and delivery, and caring for the bouquet, you can create a beautiful and memorable gift that will be cherished for years to come.

FAQs

What flowers are best for a graduation bouquet?

Flowers that hold special meaning for the graduate or symbolize achievement and success are best for a graduation bouquet.

How can I personalize a graduation bouquet?

You can personalize a graduation bouquet by adding ribbons, charms, or photographs that hold special meaning for the graduate.

What is the significance of giving flowers at graduation?

Giving flowers at graduation is a symbol of recognition and congratulations for the graduate's achievements.

Can I create a graduation bouquet on a budget?

Yes, you can create a beautiful graduation bouquet on a budget by using in-season flowers and considering DIY options.

How should I care for a graduation bouquet to keep it fresh?

To keep a graduation bouquet fresh, keep it in water until the last possible moment and store it in a cool place away from direct sunlight.

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2024.05.15 06:20 ExtensionMajor2916 Neotonics Reviews: The Truth About Skin & Gut Health

Neotonics Reviews: Unveiling the Truth About Skin and Gut Health

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Navigating the fusion of skin and gut health, Neotonics emerges as a natural supplement tailored to enhance skin health, ensuring a youthful glow by promoting skin cell rejuvenation and minimizing wrinkles, dark spots, and other aging signs. Its unique approach targets gut health as a pivotal factor in skin care, emphasizing the gut’s significant role in managing the skin’s aging process with its all-natural, toxin-free formula. Moreover, the Neotonics reviews highlight its efficiency and safety, backed by a 60-day money-back guarantee that underscores the brand’s confidence in their product.
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What is Neotonics?

Neotonics is a dietary supplement specifically formulated to enhance both skin and gut health. Here’s a breakdown of its key components and functions:

Composition and Form: Neotonics comes in a gummy form, making it easy and pleasant to consume. Each bottle contains 30 gummies, with a recommended dosage of one gummy per day.
Ingredients: The supplement is packed with a blend of natural elements, including Babchi, Inulin, Fenugreek, Lemon Balm, Fennel, Organic Lion’s Mane, and others. These ingredients are chosen for their effectiveness in supporting gut health and enhancing skin condition.
Probiotic and Prebiotic Support: It contains 500 million units of beneficial bacteria along with prebiotics that help in maintaining a healthy gut microbiome. This is crucial, as a healthy gut contributes to improved skin health.
Targeted Benefits: Neotonics aims to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, support healthy skin cell turnover, promote blood flow, and assist in achieving an overall healthy body weight. Additionally, it supports the digestive system and boosts energy levels.
Safety and Manufacturing: Manufactured in an FDA-registered facility, Neotonics adheres to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). It is designed with safety in mind, containing no GMOs or toxins, which makes it suitable for regular consumption.

This comprehensive approach to both skin and gut health, encapsulated in a convenient gummy, makes Neotonics a unique supplement in the wellness market.
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How Neotonics Works

Neotonics operates on a multifaceted approach to enhance both skin and gut health through a series of interconnected mechanisms:

Probiotic and Prebiotic Synergy: The supplement combines probiotics and prebiotics to balance the gut microbiome, which is crucial for overall health.
Skin Health Enhancement: By promoting optimal gut health, Neotonics supports healthy skin from within, which includes promoting collagen formation and enhancing skin elasticity.
Digestive System Support: It aids in balancing beneficial bacteria in the digestive system, which is instrumental in improving gut health.
Comprehensive Health Benefits: Beyond skin and gut health, Neotonics supports digestive health, empowers the immune system, and maintains gut health balance.
Nutrient Absorption: The unique blend of ingredients enhances nutrient absorption by promoting a healthy balance of bacteria in the gut.
Vital Nutrients: Incorporates essential vitamins and minerals that aid in skin cell turnover and collagen production.
Overall Wellness: Additional active components in Neotonics work synergistically to promote overall gut and skin wellness.
Cellular Turnover and Inflammation Reduction: The supplement enhances cellular turnover, reduces inflammation, and rejuvenates skin cells, contributing to a fresher, more radiant complexion.
Energy and Vitality Boost: Neotonics may also enhance vitality and boost energy levels, further improving skin health.
Gut-Skin Connection: Targets the direct impact of gut health on skin health, promoting processes like skin cell turnover to reduce aging signs.
Cell Renewal Process: Improves the effectiveness of cell turnover in the body, a process influenced significantly by the gut and its microbiome.
Barrier Function and Immune Support: Enhances gut barrier function, supports immune health, and balances the gut microbiome.
Hydration and Antioxidant Protection: Supports skin health by promoting hydration, moisture retention, and antioxidant protection.

This comprehensive action plan ensures that Neotonics not only targets skin and gut health individually but also enhances their interdependent functions for overall well-being.
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Key Ingredients and Their Benefits

Neotonics is enriched with a variety of natural ingredients, each selected for their specific health benefits to both the skin and gut. Here’s a detailed look at some of the key components:

Babchi: Known for stimulating collagen production, Babchi enhances skin elasticity and reduces signs of aging. It also helps in skin rejuvenation and evens out skin tone due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
Inulin & Dandelion: These ingredients act as powerful prebiotics, nourishing the gut microbiome and aiding in digestive health. They also protect the skin from external factors and support overall wellness.
Bacillus Coagulans: This probiotic ingredient modulates the gut microbiome, promoting the growth of beneficial bacteria, which is crucial for both gut health and skin appearance.
Fenugreek: Rich in antioxidants, Fenugreek supports skin health by aiding in tissue repair and collagen production, which improves skin elasticity.
Lemon Balm: Known for its soothing properties, Lemon Balm reduces skin redness and irritation while also fighting acne-causing bacteria and promoting clear skin.
Organic Ceylon Ginger: This ingredient boosts beneficial bacteria in the gut and offers protection against environmental skin damage, thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties.
Slippery Elm Bark: It supports the stomach lining and helps in conditions like eczema and psoriasis by forming a protective barrier on the skin, which locks in moisture.
Organic Lion’s Mane Mushroom: Offers long-term anti-aging effects by stimulating collagen production and improving skin elasticity. It also nourishes the skin with essential vitamins and minerals.
Fennel: Aids in repairing body tissues and calms skin irritation, while also improving skin elasticity and reducing the appearance of fine lines.

Neotonics Key Ingredients and Their Benefits
These ingredients collectively contribute to Neotonics’ ability to improve gut health and enhance skin quality, making it a comprehensive supplement for overall well-being.

The Science Behind Neotonics

The scientific foundation of Neotonics is robust, focusing on the intricate relationship between gut health and skin aging. This supplement is formulated based on extensive research that confirms the pivotal role of the gut microbiome in skin health and overall well-being. Here are the key scientific insights supporting Neotonics:

Probiotic and Prebiotic Synergy: Neotonics contains 500 million units of beneficial bacteria, specifically designed to optimize the gut microbiome. This significant concentration of bacteria is essential for promoting gut health, which in turn supports healthier skin and enhances general vitality.
Targeting the Root Cause: The aging of skin is intricately linked to gut health. Neotonics addresses this connection by targeting the gut microbiome, which plays a crucial role in the turnover of skin cells and the overall aging process.
Scientific Endorsement of Ingredients: The formula includes a blend of nine powerful natural ingredients, each scientifically proven to support gut and skin health. This combination not only helps in treating the skin’s microbiome but also in slowing down the skin’s aging process.
Enhanced Nutrient Absorption and Metabolism: By optimizing the gut microbiome, Neotonics enhances nutrient absorption and improves metabolic functions. This optimization is crucial for maintaining vitality and improving skin health, as confirmed by scientific studies.
Cell Turnover and Gut Health: Research has shown a clear link between the health of the gut microbiome and the rate of cellular turnover. This relationship is fundamental to understanding how Neotonics works to improve skin health by influencing these underlying biological processes.
Inulin’s Role in Gut Health: The effectiveness of Neotonics is further supported by evidence from the National Center for Biotechnology Information, which highlights the benefits of inulin. Inulin is a key ingredient in Neotonics that supports healthy gut bacteria, which is crucial for maintaining skin health.

These points collectively demonstrate the scientific rigor behind Neotonics, emphasizing its potential to significantly impact skin and gut health through its carefully researched and proven ingredients.How to Use Neotonics for Optimal Results
To achieve the best outcomes with Neotonics, adhering to the recommended guidelines is crucial. Below is a concise guide on how to effectively incorporate Neotonics into your daily health regimen:
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Recommended Dosage

Daily Intake: It is advised to consume one to two gummies daily.
Consistency: For optimal results, Neotonics should be taken consistently every day.
Duration: Noticeable improvements in skin texture and overall health may be observed after 3 to 6 months of regular use.

Usage Tips

Flexibility in Consumption: Neotonics gummies can be taken at any time of the day, with or without food, offering flexibility to fit into any schedule.
Health Consultation: Always consult with a healthcare professional before beginning any new supplement regimen, especially if you have pre-existing health conditions or are on other medications.
Monitoring Effects: If you experience any adverse reactions while taking Neotonics, discontinue use immediately and consult medical advice.

Packaging

Bottle Contents: Each bottle of Neotonics contains 30 gummies, sufficient for one month of daily use if following the standard dosage of one gummy per day.

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By following these guidelines, users can maximize the health benefits of Neotonics, effectively enhancing both gut and skin wellness.

How Neotonics Promotes Skin and Gut Health

Neotonics has been formulated to target both skin and gut health, offering a dual approach that enhances overall well-being. Here’s how it works:

Comprehensive Formula: Neotonics employs a holistic formula that not only improves digestive health but also enhances skin appearance and texture.
Digestive Health Benefits: It supports the reduction of symptoms associated with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and helps to reduce constipation and intestinal gas, promoting a healthier digestive system.
Skin Health Promotion: By nourishing the gut microbiome, Neotonics positively impacts skin health, leading to increased radiance, hydration, and elasticity, as reported by users.
Energy and Vitality: Users have noticed improvements in their energy levels and vitality, which contribute to a healthier appearance and enhanced well-being.
Natural Ingredients: The inclusion of all-natural ingredients ensures that the product protects against skin and gut damage while promoting a healthy gut microbiome.
Skin Rejuvenation: Improved gut health directly contributes to skin rejuvenation, helping maintain a flawless and youthful skin appearance.
Overall Health Benefits: Neotonics also aids in improving nutrient absorption, supporting cellular turnover, and contributing to hormonal balance, all of which are beneficial for both gut health and skin quality.

This multifaceted approach ensures that Neotonics not only targets specific health issues but also enhances the interconnected health of the skin and gut, leading to better overall health outcomes.

What Makes Neotonics Stand Out

Neotonics distinguishes itself in the market through several key factors that contribute to its popularity and effectiveness. Here are the notable attributes that make Neotonics stand out:

Unique Formulation and Safety

Natural Ingredients: Neotonics is crafted using only natural ingredients, ensuring it is free from stimulants or major side effects, making it a safe option for daily use.
Certified Manufacturing: The supplement is produced in an FDA-registered facility, adhering to strict Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), which guarantees the high quality and safety of the product.

Affordability and Value

Cost-Effectiveness: Compared to similar products like My Way Up Skin + Gut, Neotonics is more affordable, providing a budget-friendly option without compromising on effectiveness.
Additional Benefits: Unlike YourBiology Gut+, Neotonics offers extra advantages such as stress reduction and focus enhancement, all at a lower price point.

Exclusive Availability and Support

Direct Purchase: To ensure authenticity, Neotonics is available exclusively through the official website, which helps prevent counterfeit products and ensures customers receive a genuine product.
Educational Resources: With every purchase of three or six bottles, Neotonics provides two free e-books, adding educational value and supporting users in their health journey.

Environmental and Health Standards

Eco-Friendly and Safe: The product adheres to environmental and health safety standards by being free from GMOs, harsh chemicals, and banned substances, which appeals to health-conscious consumers.
Allergen-Free: Ensuring wider accessibility, Neotonics is formulated without common allergens and is non-GMO and hormone-free, catering to individuals with specific dietary restrictions.

These features collectively position Neotonics as a standout choice in the crowded market of health supplements, particularly for those prioritizing safety, affordability, and comprehensive health benefits.

How to Integrate Neotonics into Your Daily Routine

Integrating Neotonics into your daily routine can be a seamless and straightforward process. Here are some practical steps to ensure that you make the most out of Neotonics supplements for optimal skin and gut health:

Step-by-Step Integration Guide

Morning Routine: Start your day by taking a Neotonics gummy with your breakfast. This helps in establishing a consistent routine and ensures that you do not forget to take your daily supplement.
Set Reminders: In the initial days, setting reminders on your phone or using a pill organizer can help you remember to take your Neotonics gummy. Consistency is key to achieving the best results.
Incorporate into Dietary Habits: If you have specific dietary routines like a smoothie for breakfast or a mid-morning snack, you can take your Neotonics gummy during these times. The gummies are designed to be easy to consume with or without food. Follow a stick diet like The Mediterranean Diet the best Diet for the past 10years and also The Keto Diet are 2 BEST DIET.
Evening Routine: Alternatively, you can take your Neotonics gummy in the evening with your dinner if mornings are too rushed or if you prefer to space out your supplements throughout the day.
Monitor Your Progress: Keep a health journal to note any changes in your skin and gut health after you start taking Neotonics. This can help you track progress and adjust your intake if needed.

By following these simple steps, integrating Neotonics into your daily routine can become a natural part of your day, supporting your health goals without disrupting your usual habits.

Comparing Neotonics to Other Probiotic Supplements

Neotonics stands out in the competitive market of probiotic supplements through several distinct features that cater to consumer needs and preferences. Here’s a detailed comparison that highlights its unique offerings:

Exclusive Availability: Neotonics is exclusively available through its official website, ensuring that customers receive an authentic product directly from the source. This exclusivity helps maintain quality control and customer satisfaction.
Pricing Strategy: Priced at $69 for a one-month supply, Neotonics is positioned within the premium segment of the market. However, the brand also offers significant discounts on bulk purchases, making it more accessible for long-term users.
Customer Assurance: Offering a 60-day money-back guarantee, Neotonics provides customers with a risk-free opportunity to try their product. This guarantee reflects the company’s confidence in the effectiveness of their supplement and enhances customer trust.

These points illustrate how Neotonics differentiates itself from other probiotic supplements, focusing on quality, customer satisfaction, and accessible pricing.

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The Neotonics price details are as follows;

1 bottle – 30 days supply – $69/bottle + free shipping
3 bottles – 90 days supply – $59/bottle + free shipping + 2 free e-books
6 bottles – 180 days of supply – $49/bottle + free shipping + 2 free e-books

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According to the Neotonics official website, all the purchases made from the website are covered by a 60-day money-back guarantee. This means that you are free to return the bottles within 60 days of the original purchase and receive a full refund on the amount that you spent on the purchase if it isn’t giving you the needed or claimed results.
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Conclusion and Recommendations

Through a comprehensive exploration of Neotonics, it’s evident that this supplement stands as a significant innovation in the pursuit of enhanced skin and gut health. Its unique formulation combines natural ingredients with scientific backing to target the intricate relationship between the gut microbiome and skin health, ensuring a holistic approach to wellness. The plethora of positive reviews and the robust scientific foundation not only underscore Neotonics’ effectiveness but also solidify its position as a must-consider option for those seeking to nurture their skin and gut health simultaneously.
In wrapping up, the multifaceted benefits of Neotonics, from promoting skin cell turnover to enhancing gut health, highlight its role as a key player in the wellness market. Its ease of use, combined with the assurance of safety and quality, make it an attractive choice for individuals looking to integrate a skin and gut health supplement into their daily routine. Encouraging further research or a personal trial could offer invaluable insight into its effectiveness, potentially paving the way for improved well-being and a better quality of life for its users.

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Navigating the fusion of skin and gut health, Neotonics emerges as a natural supplement tailored to enhance skin health, ensuring a youthful glow by promoting skin cell rejuvenation and minimizing wrinkles, dark spots, and other aging signs. Its unique approach targets gut health as a pivotal factor in skin care, emphasizing the gut’s significant role in managing the skin’s aging process with its all-natural, toxin-free formula. Moreover, the Neotonics reviews highlight its efficiency and safety, backed by a 60-day money-back guarantee that underscores the brand’s confidence in their product.
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2024.05.15 06:19 Ran-Rii [2.2 Spoilers] A scholarly analysis of the main antagonist's philosophy: why most players are missing the forest for the tree

[2.2 Main story spoilers, please only read if you have finished the story. I have spoilered the first three paragraphs to prevent people from unwittingly spoiling themselves.]

I've read many posts in this subreddit objecting to Sunday's philosophy on the basis that Sunday's ideals deprive other inhabitants of Penacony of their free will. I think that this does not strike at the heart of why one should object to Sunday's principles. I happen to have some formal training on the subject, so I will try my best to explain why Sunday's beliefs are objectionable. It is important to not simply get the direction of our opinions correct, but also the reason for believing the way we do correct as well.
In this post, I will address>! Sunday's !!Sunday's!< arguments -- we can look at this post for example. Using concepts from real-world political science scholarship, we can find that Sunday's arguments are not morally wrong. I will proceed to provide actual criticisms of Sunday's arguments after addressing our intuitive feelings to agree withSunday.
A key assumption I make here is that we agree with>! Sunday!!Sunday !!Sunday!< makes a critical misstep in execution that undermines the legitimacy of his entire plan. I'll explain it in the following sections.

Decomposing Sunday's Philosophy: Two principles

Sunday's philosophy can be broken down into two main principles: (1) people should not have to suffer because of their bodily constitution/environment/wealth; and (2) people should have the freedom to use their free time however they like, to achieve their own goals. I'll refer to (1) as the "Firefly principle", and (2) as the "Weekend principle".
Intuitively, we may find that there is nothing wrong with these two principles I've mentioned. This is why we might feel like we should agree with Sunday's ideals. How do we justify our feelings using robust academic concepts?
We can look at this through the idea of "negative" and "positive" liberty by scholar Isiah Berlin. This is the idea that freedom can be defined in two forms: (1) freedom from interference by others (including the environment); and (2) freedom to do things by being empowered with the means to do a given thing.

Negative freedom and the Firefly principle

We'll start with negative freedom and how it is promoted by the "Firefly principle". Basically, Sunday's argument is that people will be more free if they are removed from constraints of health, social status and wealth. Intuition suggests that this is correct, and we are right to follow that intuition. No one should have suffer more than others because they're born into worse circumstances. The famous social justice philosopher John Rawls would say that this suffering due to circumstances not of our own making is arbitrary and unfair.
People affected by their circumstances enjoy less freedom than others because they need to work hardework longecope with more challenges in order to simply live. This extra strain, from factors they cannot control, can be considered interference on a given person. They are forced to suffer the reductions in resources (time, money, etc.) in order to deal with the interference. I call this the Firefly principle because Firefly is the example Sunday uses when talking about this. Firefly is forced to deal with Entropy Loss Syndrome inherent to her circumstances of birth against her will, and has stated that she'd lead a far different life if she weren't bound to her circumstances. The way these circumstances of health, social status and wealth affect a person, against their will, directly contradicts the idea of negative liberty and being free from interference.
On the other hand, Sunday's proposal of removing this factors is convincing because we can see that it really increases the negative freedom of all people. They can reclaim resources that would otherwise be lost to the effects of interference from their circumstances of (lacking) health, social status and wealth. Assuming that we all believe that a greater freedom is preferable to a more limited one, it is clear that Sunday's philosophy, or at least the Firefly principle, is desirable.
In sum, the injustice of this arbitrariness makes us feel that the constraints of health, social status and wealth are morally bad; it is why we feel repulsed by it and in turn attracted to Sunday's ideas.

Positive Freedom and the Weekend principle

We move on to the idea of positive freedom and how we get more of it by following the Weekend principle. The one line that is most striking to most players is Sunday's example of an eternal succession of weekends to replace the working week. This is actually an extreme example which has overshadowed the underlying political position that Sunday holds, which led him to say such a thing. Sunday just wants to give people more resources -- in terms of time -- so that they may be free to pursue their life goals/ambitions. In political science, we call this the "life plan": it refers to what people want to do with their lives, given the resources that they have.
The relationship between the Weekend principle and positive freedom is a simple one. Being given time empowers one (i.e. increases one's positive freedom) because one has access to more resources to accomplish more of what they want. Again, intuitively, we see this as a good thing. We want people to be able to better pursue their dreams, to do what they want to do. To do things requires resources, and Sunday's proposal frees up more resources for people to use on their life goals.

Sunday's problem -- Unilateralism

There is, in fact, nothing wrong with Sunday's philosophy insofar as we consider these two principles. It is the reason that March and Himeko mention that it is difficult to refute Sunday's philosophy in the scene right before the first time you fight Dominicus. If we appreciate freedom and believe it to be desirable for all, Sunday's proposal is morally consistent with our want and appreciation of widespread freedoms.
We set aside the question of whether something done in a dream is as real as something done in reality. It is my belief that the dream/reality thing muddles the scholarly debate regarding Sunday's philosophy, since it is conventionally difficult for one to believe that something done in a dream is more significant that something done in reality. That sort of discussion is probably better left to students of philosophy, who can better argue about the significance of dreams and reality, rather than students of political science. I will deal strictly with the political implications of Sunday's philosophy.
The main problem with Sunday's philosophy is unilateralism. People have been right to point out that Sunday "did not ask for consent". In scholarly terms, we call this despotic/undemocratic behavior. Sunday has not consulted with anyone; he has not engaged in public deliberation; he is using power to enforce the system of government he wants.
Lack of consent is a big issue of course, but a greater concern is dictatorship. Sunday claims that he will be the only person awake, or something along those lines, but it is really a fancy way of saying that he will be sole dictator to dreamland, albeit a utopian one. Ancient philosophers like Plato and Aristotle might actually agree with Sunday's ideas: they had a deep distrust of the follies of the masses, and would rather a capable hand steer the ship of state. This is likely the role Sunday envisions himself in. That is, Sunday sees himself as the enlightened person who will manage paradise in its inhabitants' stead.
The problem arises from the fact that there is no democratic consultation. Classic arguments against dictatorships will apply to Sunday: what happens if he makes an error in judgment? What if he is unable to adequately respond to peoples' needs, even with the power and networking of The Family and its members combined? These are very pragmatic issues that any ruling organization will face, which I imagine will be an even greater problem for Sunday's lonesome.
To tie this back to our objective of promoting freedom, we observe that under Sunday's arrangement, no-one is guaranteed their freedom under Sunday's dictatorship. One may consider themselves free when Sunday's management aligns with their own interests and objectives, but we cannot guarantee the continuity of this alignment into the future. Those who have their goals misaligned with Sunday's vision of utopia will find themselves necessarily unfree, and with no recourse to alter, replace or escape Sunday's government. The prospect of becoming this group of people who are not adequately represented by Sunday undermines Sunday's entire project of increasing the freedom of the weak.

Conclusion (or TL;DR I guess)

Not only does Sunday face significant problems in running Penacony as its sole manager, he also runs the risk of being unrepresentative due to his unilateralism. Inhabitants of Penacony cannot be assured that Sunday will remain a benevolent ruler.
We know that he would likely be one because we have glimpses into his mind through the omniscient viewpoint of the player. However, no-one else in the story can be sure that Sunday will remain a responsive governor of Penacony. Further, there are no accountability mechanisms to depose Sunday and replace him with another leader should he turn out to be tyrannical or incompetent down the road.
In the field of Political Science, this is the problem of centralizing governmental powers. Generally, we want a government that can respond to the needs of its people. Many systems of government will try to avoid putting too much power in a single person, such that there may be checks and balances that will provide some way for people to hold government accountable for their actions and competence. Being able to choose one's government and its policies is a very important freedom. Sunday's benevolent dictatorship fails this requirement.
So how do we fix this? I highlighted the Firefly principle and the Weekend principle because they cohere very closely to real life ideas of socialism. The idea that people should be free from their circumstances, and should be free to apply themselves to whatever life plans they wish to pursue are key tenets of socialism. The only difference is that under socialism, people will decide societal priorities and use of social resources together in democratic fashion. It's entirely fine when people decide, out of their own volition, that they should use resources in a certain way that enhances their freedom. It is, however, problematic when this decision is done unilaterally, such as in Sunday's philosophy.
Outside of his dictatorial tendencies, Sunday really promotes some classic socialist ideas that are intended to address the moral badness of society's failure in addressing social inequalities and peoples' needs for self-fulfillment. He just needs more time to think over his philosophy and execute on it in a manner that is more democratic.
As a final word and to provide some further reading for those that have become interested in political science analysis, I recommend reading "Why not socialism" by scholar G.A. Cohen for a political-philosophical justification of Sunday's philosophy. It's a pretty short read (~20 pages?) and will help us better understand our intuitive agreement with Sunday's philosophy.

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My birth certificate shows my infant name and not my legal name that I have used all my life.
Example: Birth certificate name: Mary Legal name that is present in all documents: Julie Thomas
I don't have any document about Mary on my life other than the birth certificate. In my country (India) court certificate is not important and we didn't see this till now.
The authorities cannot change my birth certificate due to my age.
I am planning to get affidavits from older relatives and also provide a sworn Notarized document that I am the same person.
What else can I do? This is stressing me out. Has anyone been in this situation before?

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2024.05.15 06:18 Artic-Flamingo The reckoning

(Asterisk)
I don’t think this post will last long.
One thing I’ve learned over these past few years is that life isn’t like the movies. In the movies, the widower learns to love again and they walk hand-in-hand into a sunset as the credits role. The trouble is, they never show the scenes in between.
I need to dump an old fashioned rant – it won’t make sense, I just need to say it… because I’m in one of those scenes tonight.
I don’t know what’s happening to me right now. Dotty saw it all over my face earlier and she asked me where I was. She’s so good to me and so kind. She wanted to know if I was okay. I was looking at her as she spoke but I had to look down and stop myself. Because I damn nearly told her that I didn’t know who she was.
It’s a simple relapse, nothing more. It’s just that it’s been a lot this week. And I loved her so much.
I have a rule with Dotty, and I would impose it tonight. It’s a good rule, really, and it works either way. All we have to do is say, “I need to be irrational for a little while,” and off we go - no questions. Though I know she hates not asking questions, but I always let her after.
I think PJ brought his mother closer when we had our rowdy discussion because that’s what he needed to do. Part of the deal we brokered was that he could remember her out loud, any time the moment struck him, and he has. We all talk about his mother every day and have from the moment she left – it’s not that. It’s just different with PeeJ. It’s more personal.
He said things that only he would – because PJ sees the world as only he does. Well, maybe not only. He sees the world like I do. And that’s the hitch.
Nobody tells you that the things you’ll miss the most are the little ones. He misses the little things. And for a while, he told me what they were. He misses, for example, how she always asked, “What am I?” before adding whatever fit the moment.
“Mommy, how do geese know when it’s time to fly south?”
“What am I, and ornithologist?”
He misses the way her ankle clicked when she walked, but only in the morning. He misses how she loved to sing, but never got the lyrics right. He misses how she would lead him down wild paths of fantastic stories just to get him to do things, and then blow it all up in the end.
“And it was because of that one book report that a young Hemmingway would change the world.”
“Wow, really?”
“No. But my point is…”
Suzie’s memory is alive in this house and will be for the rest of our lives. It’s just that, recently, it’s been less of a cliché. And I wonder if how I feel tonight is the way he’s felt all along. I don’t know if that makes sense. He’s just a boy; his view is different from mine; his world is smaller. But he sees it just like I do.
I come here to be honest because it helps. The things I can’t say out loud, and all that. The trouble is that honesty is a moving target where things don’t always stay true. In the moment, for example, I wish I had let Dotty go, because I want to be alone. I don’t want to have married again, it was a mistake. Tomorrow will be different.
It’s hard to love Dot and not feel as though I’ve betrayed another promise; it’s always in the back of my mind. And it’s hard to have these thoughts and not see Danny’s face that night, when he lost his temper and yelled, “She’s dead, Mack.”
It wasn’t supposed to be this way and I wonder if I've just been playing along.
I’m also conscious that something more is missing. I watched the boys playing basketball earlier and I watched Zach. He’s perfect. I’m fairly convinced that, had Zach not been hurt, I would have simply stopped living that night, in any real sense of the word. I hate me for that thought, but I’ve had it before. And I wonder if I would have been the same father. While Zach needed me, I had a reason – I will always see to the boys. I feel selfish seeing to me.
The moment in the car with PJ yesterday was substantial – I think I called it one of the most significant moments that I’ve ever shared. There’s a void now, where once there was guilt. People dream of being relieved of such a burden, and here I am wondering what to do without it. Typing that now, I think my epiphany is that if the boys are alright, then I have nothing left but to look at myself. I’ve known this, I’ve said this before. I guess it’s just different when the time actually comes.
I never had a moment to say goodbye – I never saw her again, not even after because they wouldn’t let me. I had no time to process it all and maybe that’s why I came here. If it’s true that in some weird way the idea that I didn’t have time to process it all saved me then, it’s killing me now. I think it’s hitting me at last, for as insane as that may seem and for all that’s happened since.
I’ve always been a simple man, astonished by my own fortune and eternally grateful for it. I came from nothing, but I had it all. I want to type “I still do” but losing Suzie breaks the math. And it feels like nobody will ever understand why. She was my life.
I’ve moved on, I’ve held the hands of my son as they moved on and I still do. I’ve found love again and I’ve motored through the transition with sincerity and a dose of frank honesty. I’ll never lie to Dot. And I do love her – more each day in fact. And I am astonished that the world would offer me something as wonderful, twice in a lifetime. But I hope you see that there remain some things that I still can’t say out loud.
Maybe I just need to feel bad tonight.

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2024.05.15 06:16 Total-Mastodon-6888 Understanding Different Types of Visas Adric Immigration Consultants

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The Big Picture: Broad Visa Categories
Visas act as official permissions granted by a country to enter and stay within its borders for a specific purpose and duration. Broadly, visas fall into two main categories:
1. Non-immigrant Visas:
Designed for temporary stays, non-immigrant visas cater to diverse needs, including:

Tourism (B-1/B-2): Ideal for sightseeing, visiting family and friends, or attending short-term events like conferences.
Business (B-1): Allows participation in business activities that don’t involve paid employment in the host country. Examples include attending meetings, negotiating contracts, or conducting market research.
Work (H-1B, TN, etc.): Enables qualified foreign professionals to work in specific occupations for a sponsoring employer. The type of work visa required depends on the profession and the reciprocity agreements between countries.
Student (F-1): For individuals pursuing full-time academic programs at accredited institutions. May come with restrictions on work authorization.
Exchange Visitor (J-1): Facilitates participation in exchange programs like cultural exchanges, internships, or research collaborations.

2. Immigrant Visas:
For those seeking to establish permanent residence in a new country, immigrant visas pave the way. These typically involve a lengthier application process with stricter eligibility requirements. Common types include:

Employment-Based: Grants permanent residency based on a job offer with a sponsoring employer in the host country. Categories exist for skilled workers, investors, and individuals with exceptional abilities.
Family-Based: Allows sponsorship of immediate family members (spouse, children) by a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
Diversity Visa Lottery: Provides a limited number of visas annually through a random selection process.

Going Deeper: Specific Visa Types and Considerations
Understanding your purpose for travel is crucial. Here’s a breakdown of some commonly sought-after visas and key factors to consider:

Tourist Visa (B-1/B-2):
- Duration: Typically short-term stays, ranging from a few weeks to several months. Extensions might be possible depending on the country’s regulations.
- Eligibility: Varies by country. Generally, applicants need to demonstrate sufficient financial resources, ties to their home country, and a valid passport.
- Important Note: Working or studying while on a tourist visa is strictly prohibited.
Business Visa (B-1):
- Duration: Similar to tourist visas, with extensions potentially available.
- Eligibility: Proof of business purpose, such as invitations from companies, conference registrations, or business documents, is essential.
- Restrictions: Engaging in paid employment or setting up a business venture is not permitted under a business visa.
Work Visa (H-1B, TN, etc.):
- Duration: Varies based on the specific visa type and job offer. Extensions and renewals are often possible.
- Eligibility: Requires a valid job offer from a U.S. employer willing to sponsor the visa petition. Specific qualifications and experience are mandated for each profession.
- Labor Certification: For certain categories (e.g., H-1B), the employer must first obtain a labor certification demonstrating that hiring a foreign worker won’t adversely affect U.S. worker opportunities.
Student Visa (F-1):
- Duration: Valid for the duration of the academic program, with potential extensions for practical training after graduation.
- Eligibility: Acceptance letter from a SEVP-certified educational institution, proof of financial support, and a valid passport are mandatory.
- Maintaining Status: Students must maintain full-time enrollment and comply with program requirements to keep their visa valid.
- Work Authorization: Limited on-campus or OPT (Optional Practical Training) opportunities might be available depending on the program and student category.
Employment-Based Immigrant Visa:
- Duration: Leads to permanent residency status, allowing indefinite stay and work authorization.
- Eligibility: A valid job offer with a sponsoring employer and meeting the specific requirements of the chosen visa category (e.g., EB-2 for professionals with advanced degrees) (EB-3 for skilled workers with less education but experience) are crucial. The process can be complex, and seeking guidance from an experienced immigration consultant is highly recommended.
Family-Based Immigrant Visa:
- Duration: Leads to permanent residency status.
- Eligibility: U.S. citizens or permanent residents can sponsor immediate family members (spouse, unmarried children under 21). The process can be lengthy, and wait times can vary depending on the relationship and visa category.
Diversity Visa Lottery (DV Lottery):
- Duration: Leads to permanent residency status if selected and the application process is completed successfully.
- Eligibility: Open to nationals of countries with historically low immigration rates to the U.S. Selection is based on a random drawing.
- Important Note: Winning the lottery doesn’t guarantee a visa. Applicants must still meet all eligibility requirements and undergo the full application process.

Beyond the Basics: Additional Considerations
Visa processing times and fees can vary significantly depending on the visa type, country of application, and individual circumstances. It’s crucial to factor in these costs and potential delays when planning your international move.
Visa reciprocity plays a role in certain work visa categories (e.g., TN visa between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico). Understanding the reciprocity agreements between your home and destination countries can help determine your eligibility for specific work visas.
Dual citizenship allows individuals to hold citizenship in two countries simultaneously. Eligibility for dual citizenship varies by country. Researching the policies of both your home and target country is essential if this path aligns with your goals.
Travel restrictions can be implemented due to various reasons, including pandemics or political situations. Staying updated on current travel advisories is crucial before embarking on your international journey.
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2024.05.15 06:16 DonnaTheMech The best gift I ever got in my 20 years of playing RuneScape…what’s yours?

I met this HCIM, lvl 123 who is entirely f2p. I met him while mining rune essence and we just got to joking around. We became friends.
Now here comes the crazy part…I asked him about his goals on his account and he said 99 RC….99 RC…as an f2p. The highest rune you can RC as an f2p is body…that means runecrafting body runes (lv 20) for a measly 7.5xp per essence. Runecrafting is already a skill we all hate, yet this man is crafting bodies and currently at 92 RC. He mentioned he has 294k body runes….I said that is an F*CKING accomplishment. I can’t even begin to do the amount of time on that.
In an act of generosity, over days of being friends, he gives me his entire account’s existence in a drop—ALL 294k body runes. I don’t know about you guys but this tops anything I could ever get from a person. He spent months—dare I say years (???) crafting these things.
I’ll treasure this for the rest of my life. I can’t imagine getting anything better from my 20 years of RuneScape. God bless you all. God bless this man. And if you ever need a friend in RuneScape. Add me: DonnaTheMech.
Tl;dr i got 294k body runes from a HCIM…best.gift.ever.
What’s yours?

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2024.05.15 06:16 superhoffy We need to wake the hell up

Social Media and smartphones are warping how we see the real world and our reality is losing nuance rapidly.
Take the man or bear debate as a recent example. The whole premise is unhelpful and based on a glaring falsehood. It's like a 13-year-old's first essay on a topic they know next to nothing about. I'm pretty sure actual survivors of sexual abuse don't give a single damn about this "dilemma". They have real issues to deal with that those of us who are engaging in this discourse have the privilege of not having to deal with. All this fad is doing is spread the paranoid notion that there are male predators waiting around every other corner. How is that helping survivors of abuse with real trauma and fears that they carry with them in public places on a daily basis? It is absolutely not a show of solidarity to those who have actually suffered, yet people do genuinely believe they are "raising awareness", or "taking a stand".
I mean it's a far-less improbable yet ironic scenario to imagine someone walking the dim city streets at night alone with their necks bent square over their smartphones, going round corners oblivious to their surroundings while texting "I'll take the bear lol". Those same people will say they're afraid to walk alone at night and they yeard for the bear. I made that scenario up, but I've literally seen people bumping into walls and into other people in a smart phone-induced trance and just continuing like nothing happened and I've also seen people gleefully (not ruefully) opt for "the bear". What I mean is a lot of people are claiming to be terrified when they're not.
Like with the Tik-tok trend that's been dangerously telling people they have "high-functioning anxiety" without professional diagnoses, where if everyone is mentally ill then no one is mentally ill¹, it also stands to reason that if everyone is afraid, then no one is afraid. It's a dangerous way of "showing solidarity" to let pervade through society. I'm no Jordan Peterson fan, but this is a good example of the dangers of fake solidarity*. It's not just fake; it's damaging.
The whole bear vs man thing just seems to polarise people into two camps who perceive the other either as man-haters or rape-apologists. But you know what? it's not even close to being real and does absolutely nothing to bring people of differing views any closer to understanding each other. I also 100% guarantee you that those who "choose the bear" don't actually practise what they preach in their lives to even the slightest degree. One example I witnessed was at a recent social occasion where a female high school teacher whom I know quite well told her boyfriend and father to ask her if she was alone in the woods, what she would prefer... Before she even said the words "bear", or "man", I knew where where we were heading and intuitively knew what her answer was going to be.
It wasn't a debate from the very beginning. It was more like a joke - a weird joke about sexual assault told in the first person. Before she'd even got to her supposedly mind-blowing punchline (which was, in case you're a bit late to this party, "I'd choose the bear because the bear won't rape me!"), everyone seemed to know what it was going to be. Given the expectant grin on her face when she said these impactful words, It didn't turn out to be the “gotcha” she thought it was going to be. This was quite an awkward experience. I can only guess that the "gotcha" aimed at the men in the room was supposed to educate them to be ashamed to be male on the spot. It didn’t. I explained why I thought the whole thing was flawed and I was informed I needed to lighten up. I was definitely mistaken in thinking that it was a chance to talk philosophy (is it ever these days?), but perpetuating the idea that "male rapists are everywhere" while simultaneously trivialising real suffering of abuse goes completely unchecked because when we engage in this form of discourse we reduce ourselves to vacuous, infantile creatures who ironically think they're acting like fully-developed adults. Rape is light-hearted; yet - and this is where the cognitive disonance gets really odd - you're either standing up for it or you're standing up against it, but no matter what side you're on, it's funny. Instead of thinking, "why is she grinning?!", we're thinking, "what side am I on and how can I also somehow make it funny?". When in reality, it's surface-level shock-value statements with zero nuance that we allow to insincerely represent us (the wide-grinning rape denouncer doesn't practise what she preaches: she isn't a raging man-hater; she's a decent person, but for some reason, she's adopted an inane comic-strip view on something as serious as rape - and incredibly, it's all in the defence of victims!).
And this way of engaging in discourse is everywhere. On Reddit, Facebook, Twitter etc., the finger-pointing and artificial coralling of all of us into fake dualities of misogynist vs virgin-for-life simp, misandrist vs patriachy-enabler, racist vs communist and many others are rife and it's finding its way into real-life discourse at the dinner table, the classroom and the office.
If we artificially and insincerely self-separate into these 1s and 0s, are we making it easier for the A.I. on our devices to "understand" us, classify us, manipulate us and ultimately annihilate us?
OK, maybe I went too far there, but is this jarring lack of nuance really the only way we want to "talk about" serious topics now? Is it only going to get worse? I feel like it wasn't long ago you could have real discussions about issues, but this art is dying - and rapidly. You can probably sense my frustration at how society is organising itself right now and I'd love to know if anyone has any suggestions on what we can do to encourage healthy conversations and debate with each other. Maybe I'm the problem. I used to be surrounded by people who took part in stimulating, nuanced debate and now I'm not. We used to tolerate different viewpoints and we didn't confront and "block" each other on a hair-trigger. Maybe I'm old and the kids are actually all right. Let me know.
¹ ~https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5MCw8446gs&ab_channel=TheNewYorkTimes~
*I couldn't find a good quote for this, but similarly, he terms it "narcissistic compassion"

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2024.05.15 06:16 DocWatson42 SF/F and ___

This is my catchall list, for interesting and specific speculative fiction recommendations that don't have another home. Recommendations may be moved to another list (say, a new one) without notice.
My lists are always being updated and expanded when new information comes in—what did I miss or am I unaware of (even if the thread predates my membership in Reddit), and what needs correction? Even (especially) if I get a subreddit or date wrong. (Note that, other than the quotation marks, the thread titles are "sic". I only change the quotation marks to match the standard usage (double to single, etc.) when I add my own quotation marks around the threads' titles.)
The lists are in absolute ascending chronological order by the posting date, and if need be the time of the initial post, down to the minute (or second, if required—there are several examples of this). The dates are in DD MMMM YYYY format per personal preference, and times are in US Eastern Time ("ET") since that's how they appear to me, and I'm not going to go to the trouble of converting to another time zone. They are also in twenty-four hour format, as that's what I prefer, and it saves the trouble and confusion of a.m. and p.m. Where the same user posts the same request to different subreddits, I note the user's name in order to indicate that I am aware of the duplication.
Thread lengths: longish (50–99 posts)/long (100–199 posts)/very long (200–299 posts)/extremely long (300–399 posts)/huge (400+ posts) (though not all threads are this strictly classified, especially ones before mid?-2023, though I am updating shorter lists as I repost them); they are in lower case to prevent their confusion with the name "Long" and are the first notation after a thread's information.

"Mentions of Sociology in SF" (printSF; 1 September 2022)—long
"Law firms in Sci-fi or Fantasy settings." (suggestmeabook; 13 September 2022)
"SF about pregnancy, childbirth, nursing, childcare" (printSF; 24 October 2022)—longish
"Requesting Feminist Speculative Fiction" (suggestmeabook; 18 November 2022)—longish
"Sci-fi books which are respectful of women/girls, men/boys or any other gender?" (booksuggestions; 29 November 2022)
"Are there any other works beside Handmaid's Tale and Children of Men which explore mass infertility?" (Fantasy; 30 November 2022)—longish
"Any good books of a human being raised by aliens, animals, ect?" (scifi; 13 December 2022)
"Fashion Fantasy Books?" (Fantasy; 09:48 ET, 14 December 2022)—u\dark-and-the-light
"Sci-Fashion Works?" (printSF; 11:16 ET, 14 December 2022)—u\dark-and-the-light
"Looking for books involving ships and travel (not space, but earthbound)" (printSF; 23 December 2022)
"Who are some of the smartest characters you've seen that felt genuinely smart and what did they do that made them smart" (Fantasy; 2 January 2023)—very long
"Best non-romantic relationships in fantasy" (Fantasy; 3 January 2023)—huge
"Any good books on social and communication technology?" (printSF; 23 January 2023)
"Books that take place between two dimensions of reality?" (booksuggestions; 08:55 ET, 25 January 2023)—long
"Looking for stories like Piranesi with liminal spaces, mystery realms, or 'other' planes of existence" (suggestmeabook; 12:07 ET, 25 January 2023)—longish
"Do you know of any books about a zoologist/ecologist caught up in a fantasy plot?" (Fantasy; 27 January 2023)
"Any novels where mc is or becomes a parent, and has a significant other, relatively early?" (Fantasy; 12 February 2023)
"What are your favourite magic trees?" (Fantasy; 14 February 2023)—long
"Recommendations for SF that explores issues of sexuality, including how sex and gender might work for alien races?" (printSF; 22 March 2023)—longish
"First person female POVs written by men?" (Fantasy; 16 April 2023)—extremely long
"Works of science fiction that show that bureaucracy can work." (printSF; 1 May 2023)—long
"Recommendations for weird babies in sf/fantasy" (printSF; 7 May 2023)—longish
"Fantasy about tres?" (Fantasy; 17 May 2023)—trees
"I am in love with evolution!" (printSF; 24 May 2023)
"Can anyone recommend science fiction works that deal with the field of nuclear semiotics?" (printSF; 26 May 2023)
"What's your favorite sci-fi about geoengineering?" (scifi; 3 July 2023)—AKA climate engineering
"Sci fi about leadership" (printSF; 14 July 2023)
"I'm looking for novels about or contains woods, jungles, forests. Not interested in YA." (OPost archive) (suggestmeabook; 31 July 2023)—very long
"Any book with Incredible smart MC." (booksuggestions; 9 August 2023)
"Request for SciFi novel suggestions" (scifi; 13 August 2023)—"include human reproduction, general reproduction that is related to human life, or the creation of new life"
"Fantasy book with interesting use of drugs" (Fantasy; 25 August 2023)—longish
"Looking for fantasy jungle media." (Fantasy; 29 August 2023)
"What is a good supernatural psychological thriller book" (suggestmeabook; 1 September 2023)
"I'm looking for books that deal with higher dimensions." (printSF; 8 September 2023)—longish
"Human civilization entirely dependent on Nuclear Power" (printSF; 20 September 2023)
"I'm looking for a very mathematical novel (not short story)." (printSF; 7 October 2023)—longish
"Is there some sci-fi work where organisms reproduce offspring with more than two parents?" (scifi; 7 December 2023)—long
"stories about loss of social identity" (scifi; 8 December 2023)
"Suggest me a book that has farming and magic" (suggestmeabook; 2 April 2024)
"What is the best horror fantasy books you have read?" (Fantasy; 6 April 2024)
"Can anyone recommend some sci-fi books to me that deal with the evolution of a species" (scifi; 24 April 2024)—longish; short listing

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2024.05.15 06:15 Abject-Sentence-7420 Obsessive and unwarranted hatred

I find that when I randomly split on someone (for no particular reason) I become angry to an insanely unreasonable degree. I'm not talking about the reactive kind of anger that drives my impulsive reactions to conflict and is caused by my lack of emotional regulation, I'm referring to a simmering anger that's more long-term and less explosive, and is often caused by nothing at all. I just start to absolutely despise people practically overnight. Every single thing that the person does sends me into a rage, no matter how minor it actually is. The hatred lasts months, and has even lasted years in some cases. Sometimes I feel a very strong urge to hurt the person, though I'm confident that I can control these urges, thankfully.
For example, I currently despise my former FP, despite the fact that nothing's changed in her behaviour. She's always treated me slightly poorly, but I never really minded, and have distanced myself from her anyways, so her behaviour no longer affects me. That said, every time she posts on social media, or sends me a text, or does ANYTHING, I am filled with rage. Like, today she posted a random photo of herself on her story and I instantly felt a sense of all-consuming disgust and anger just by looking at her. Honestly, she could literally post a picture of a wall and I'd still find a way to get angry about it. Even the mention of her name pisses me off. Idrk how to describe it honestly, she just can't do anything right in my eyes at the moment, and I genuinely think I might need to block her for the sake of my own sanity.
Ik this all sounds pretty ridiculous and silly, but does anyone have any recommendations on how to deal with this unreasonable anger?

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2024.05.15 06:15 DogsAndPickles THERE IS THIS ONE RETIRED COP WHOSE NAME I CANNOT SAY DUE TO I SWORE I WOULD NOT TELL HIS STORY. ANYWAY, he inspired me about birds & I have a goal of Fancy chickens and growing their food because of this person I did not write about in my journal. :

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