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2024.05.19 06:53 esInvests 2023 was my best trading year to date
 | Tldr: consider integrating uncapped profit style trades in your broader portfolio. submitted by esInvests to thetagang [link] [comments] I started trading in 2007 while in high school. I grew up poor with a single parent in a relatively high crime area (actually was stabbed in my hand in high school). I started primarily as a vertical spread seller and quickly moved away from them when I realized how little they did for the portfolio. 2023 marked the first year I crossed a triple digit portfolio return, coming in at 118%. Markets have unequivocally changed my life. This is a screenshot of an article business insider did on me, I include this simply because they reviewed my return statements. There are a lot of ways to approach trading, but something I want to share with those in this community is to strongly consider integrating uncapped upside potential trades. As I look at my performance most years, while short premium strategies are a staple of what I do, they generate a smaller portion of my returns than capital gains. Most of my directional trades include short premium components - Ratio Diagonals, where I use long options as the base long (calls) or short (puts) that I sell options at a ratio against. However, I am sure to keep the upside potential in the trade. The vast majority of what I trade has short option components (Covered strangles and ratio diagonals) or even strictly short options (short straddles and strangles for earnings releases, 0DTE SPX, etc) but still the majority of my returns stem from the unlimited profit potential positions. Of note, this is ALL one anecdote from my personal experience. This by no means is “the only way” to do things. However for those traders specifically in this community, I share this as a consideration as it’s something I genuinely wish I personally found out earlier. Good luck! |
2024.05.19 06:51 Fit-Bat244 What kind of laptop should I buy for school/work use?
Hi everyone, I'm a high school student and I need a laptop to take some online classes. I'm thinking about buying it on Amazon or Walmart and my budget is around $200-$250 USD or less.
Here's what I'm looking for:
Primary Use: Schoolwork, creating documents, editing pictures, and reproducing videos. Not a gamer, but I do like to play games occasionally (not a priority).
Performance: Something decently fast for multitasking.
User Interface: Easy to use or at least understandable.
Compatibility: Must be compatible with Android apps.
Ports: At least 2 USB ports.Battery Life: Should last at least 8-9 hours.Storage: Preferably 64GB or more.
Camera: A decent camera for live-online classes.
Additional Features: A variety of tools available would be a bonus.
Work and development are my priorities, but a laptop that can handle light gaming would be nice.
Can anyone give me some advice on what to buy? Thanks in advance for your help!
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Here's what I'm looking for:
Primary Use: Schoolwork, creating documents, editing pictures, and reproducing videos. Not a gamer, but I do like to play games occasionally (not a priority).
Performance: Something decently fast for multitasking.
User Interface: Easy to use or at least understandable.
Compatibility: Must be compatible with Android apps.
Ports: At least 2 USB ports.Battery Life: Should last at least 8-9 hours.Storage: Preferably 64GB or more.
Camera: A decent camera for live-online classes.
Additional Features: A variety of tools available would be a bonus.
Work and development are my priorities, but a laptop that can handle light gaming would be nice.
Can anyone give me some advice on what to buy? Thanks in advance for your help!
2024.05.19 06:51 epiccabbage123 review of every professor i've had at BU
now senior so i thought id take a look back. most TFs or lab instructors missing bc i don't remember them and never attended most office hours.
Courtney Martin - FY101 freshman fall. utterly useless class (was an undeclared major so took it hoping to get some guidance, basically got nothing out of it.) very chill instructor though, no issues there, just waste of time.
Scott Possiel - WR120 freshman fall and WR152 freshman spring, grad student teacher. pretty chill and class was interesting (mediterranean religion [roman religions]), learned strong amount about writing. no complaints, hope he's on to great things.
Alexander Nikolaev - CL/208LX208 freshman fall. awesome class on zoom, funny and knowledgeable dude, learned so much about about indo-european linguistics, and sparked basically all my interest about linguistics. assignments were fun and refreshing. one of my favorite professors at BU despite only having had one class with him, unfortunately he disappeared (left?) after 2020 and I have no idea why, nor did any of my classmates. lucky to have had his last BU class in first semester of freshman year.
Christine Papadakis - CS112 freshman fall. her ratemyprofessor 1.9 score says enough, bad at explaining topics, strange class vibes, pretty unhelpful. seems like a nice person though. main reason i did not continue with compsci after 1 semester at BU, class wasn't too difficult (got B+ and could have done better if i tried harder) but it was so utterly boring it was the dread of every week and genuinely difficult to find any will to do work for it. lectures were insufferably boring, especially on replay when studying. avoid her at all costs.
Edward Loechler - first half of BI107 freshman fall, BI108 freshman spring? (i remember him and spilios teaching some class together or two part or something). chill old man vibes, class was solid and well taught. don't remember anything else except no issues. recommend.
Kathryn Spilios - second half of BI107 freshman fall. chill professor, class was solid and well taught. don't remember anything else except no issues. recommend.
Leah Kronenberg - CL102 freshman spring. awesome professor, very kind and good at teaching. recommend
thomas keyes - CH101 freshman spring. worst professor i had in all of BU hands down. so utterly useless and incompetent his syllabus was barely even divided into paragraphs, just a spam wall of text. lectures monotonous and uninteresting, bad at answering questions, mean to students, generally seemed like he was on the verge of suicide or homicide or both at any given moment. thankfully he retired so i do not have to say avoid him at all costs.
Alyssa Kranc - TF for CH101, grad student. actual angel sent from heaven to guide the class thru the horror that was CH101 with thomas keyes. great at explanations, patient, and brought good vibes. i actually really liked chemistry and it was only thru Alyssa's help and lab review meeting things that I learned anything in this class and got an A. Hope she is onto greater things and epic research.
jane x. luu - AS102 sophomore fall. chill professor, kinda made class easier as time went along when she realized nobody really gave a shit about the subject and was just there for hub or get chance to look thru telescope. actually discovered some really awesome things in her research (oumuamua). was visiting professor so dont think she'll be back.
brandon jones - CL101 sophomore fall. awesome professor, good lectures, chill guy. recommend.
john thornton - HI175 sophomore fall. boringest history lecturer ive ever had, quiet so had to sit in the front to even hear him (maybe cuz covid masks everything was quieter). chill guy, easy class, probably cooler to talk to at office hours than for survey history class. recommend.
cathal nolan - HI284 sophomore fall. Lowkey kinda pompous guy, but classes were always insightful and really felt like attending a speech notsomuch a lecture. history of war class was one of the few classes where i felt like i really gained wisdom and not just knowledge, but also fell short of my expectations at the same time if that makes sense. pretty easy if you like history / are good at writing. needs to learn how to use slides though lol, windows photo app on USB stick photos can only last so long. recommend.
Christopher McMullen - FY102 sophomore spring. genuinely do not remember a single thing about this class or professor. pretty sure we unironically did a meyers personality test thing, hilarious waste of time. or that was in FY101.
hannah culik - CL237 sophomore spring. very kind professor, learned a lot in the class. 0 official dealines so u can turn in everything late but i do not recommend leaving it all to the last minute. pretty political charged, but i think in an engaging way. she left BU but i would recommend if she were still here.
simon payaslian - HI176 sophomore spring. felt like high school class but i guess that's how history survey courses go. chill dude, kinda tough grader? dumb assignments. average lecturer. recommend.
bruce schulman - HI231 sophomore spring. very kind professor, i turned in my final research paper like a week late LMFAO and he still accepted it (with some completely justified points off for lateness of course). good lecturer. recommend.
Christopher Daly - HI231 sophomore spring. kind professor chill lecturer some course as schulman (double professors). retired, otherwise would recommend.
Alexis Peri - HI200 sophomore spring, HI272 junior fall - one of the best professors at BU hands down. kind but pushes you to truly learn. writing excelled under her and i felt i improved my overall skills as a human in every way. grades easier as class goes on. genuinely proud to have achieved in A in both her courses, pushed myself to get there. maybe a bit too much class discussion for my tastes though, i don't really enjoy sharing out. recommend.
christopher Backman - HI101 junior fall. chill professor, class pretty boring but funny lecturer. completely ghosted my email sent in next semester discussing my idea for senior thesis lol, and wasn't at the office hours listed on website, idk what happened. apparently went on leave after some controversy regarding speech. so yeah lol. recommend.
Stephanie Nelson - CL161 junior fall. awesome professor, kind and fun class. recommend
Timothy Clark - CL162 junior spring, CL322 disorganized and seems like he didn't really care about the class tbh, but overall chill guy. really likes parthia and didn't really care about Rome at all. dumb assignments at times, but he did have no issue with me consistently missing a language class day to to schedule conflict without issue, which I appreciated. don't recommend.
eugenio menegon - HI363 senior fall. hard to explain but going to class just felt... uncomfortable every time? does lot of cold-calling. lecture was kinda boring, didn't learn very much, felt more like a high school survey class of china than a 300 level class on ancient China. covers way too long a time period in too little detail. dude seems pretty chill though don't recomment.
christopher ell - CL300 senior fall. very boring lecturer but he clearly does try to make it funny, which is appreciated. chill guy, some leniency on scheduling and assignments, very clear about all his instructions and overall taught well. very fair and no conflicts at all. enjoyed his class. recommend.
spiridon-iosif capotos - CL261 senior fall, grad student teacher. hilarious, deadpan dry humor. fun class, learned a lot of greek, hope he is onto great things. recommend
simon anderson - SY101 senior spring. chill guy, class not the most useful but was alright. not really that indepth, prob waste of time could've learned everything reading online guides. instructor was fine though, no issues.
hannah kloster - CL262 senior spring, grad student teacher. awesome and kind instructor, very fun class, learned a lot despite having no interest in Greek poetry. hope she is onto great things. recommend.
jilene chua - HI500 senior spring. very kind professor, chill class and great vibes, but too much discussion for my taste. new professor to BU, had her on her second or third semester teaching as professor ever (i think); class was kinda unorganized or ad hoc at times. will only get better as time goes on. recommend.
stephen scully - hi406 senior spring. no interest in the subject (iliad translations) when i joined class and minimal interest in the subject as I leave the class (and BU). chill professor, but grades harshly and requires a lot of writing. cold calls often. class was also quite unorganized for entire first half. in terms of material, honestly a lot of stuff in class felt quite arbitrary in understanding (as is probably the case with most literature classes, which i did not take outside of this). recommend if you really love classical literature / mythology / philology (or anything humanities), don't recommend for classical history (or anything social sciences).
Rui Hua - HI364 junior fall, HI370 junior spring, HI553 senior fall. the most energetic, fun, chill professor i've had at BU, every lecture was a blast and even if i went to class in a bad mood it was impossible to leave without a smile on my face. took us on field trips to relevant destinations when possible. I had the first 3 classes he's ever taught as a professor ever (I think), and it definitely showed bc they were somewhat unorganized or ad hoc. but i am sure his teaching will only get better as time progresses, learned a lot and had a great time in all his classes, he does cover some overlapping material in them so if u take them u might repeat some stuff. also super lenient on deadlines but i do not encourage delaying all of them to the last minute as I did like an idiot. easy classes overall, but if you like the subject he definitely is encouraging for those who want to learn more. recommend.
Loren J. Samons - CL321 junior fall, CL303 junior spring, CL202 senior spring. best professor i've ever had at BU, hilarious, funnest lectures of all time, learned so much, and brings so much old man sardonic energy to every class. CL303 fall of roman empire another class where I felt I genuinely attained wisdom and not just knowledge. assigned readings are some of the few I actually did. class might be difficult if not ur a good writer / not a social sciences person, but u'll definitely improve if you take the effort to do so, otherwise easy class got As in all of them. very straightforward. recommend.
feel free to ask individual questions about any of these professors / instructors in comments.
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Courtney Martin - FY101 freshman fall. utterly useless class (was an undeclared major so took it hoping to get some guidance, basically got nothing out of it.) very chill instructor though, no issues there, just waste of time.
Scott Possiel - WR120 freshman fall and WR152 freshman spring, grad student teacher. pretty chill and class was interesting (mediterranean religion [roman religions]), learned strong amount about writing. no complaints, hope he's on to great things.
Alexander Nikolaev - CL/208LX208 freshman fall. awesome class on zoom, funny and knowledgeable dude, learned so much about about indo-european linguistics, and sparked basically all my interest about linguistics. assignments were fun and refreshing. one of my favorite professors at BU despite only having had one class with him, unfortunately he disappeared (left?) after 2020 and I have no idea why, nor did any of my classmates. lucky to have had his last BU class in first semester of freshman year.
Christine Papadakis - CS112 freshman fall. her ratemyprofessor 1.9 score says enough, bad at explaining topics, strange class vibes, pretty unhelpful. seems like a nice person though. main reason i did not continue with compsci after 1 semester at BU, class wasn't too difficult (got B+ and could have done better if i tried harder) but it was so utterly boring it was the dread of every week and genuinely difficult to find any will to do work for it. lectures were insufferably boring, especially on replay when studying. avoid her at all costs.
Edward Loechler - first half of BI107 freshman fall, BI108 freshman spring? (i remember him and spilios teaching some class together or two part or something). chill old man vibes, class was solid and well taught. don't remember anything else except no issues. recommend.
Kathryn Spilios - second half of BI107 freshman fall. chill professor, class was solid and well taught. don't remember anything else except no issues. recommend.
Leah Kronenberg - CL102 freshman spring. awesome professor, very kind and good at teaching. recommend
thomas keyes - CH101 freshman spring. worst professor i had in all of BU hands down. so utterly useless and incompetent his syllabus was barely even divided into paragraphs, just a spam wall of text. lectures monotonous and uninteresting, bad at answering questions, mean to students, generally seemed like he was on the verge of suicide or homicide or both at any given moment. thankfully he retired so i do not have to say avoid him at all costs.
Alyssa Kranc - TF for CH101, grad student. actual angel sent from heaven to guide the class thru the horror that was CH101 with thomas keyes. great at explanations, patient, and brought good vibes. i actually really liked chemistry and it was only thru Alyssa's help and lab review meeting things that I learned anything in this class and got an A. Hope she is onto greater things and epic research.
jane x. luu - AS102 sophomore fall. chill professor, kinda made class easier as time went along when she realized nobody really gave a shit about the subject and was just there for hub or get chance to look thru telescope. actually discovered some really awesome things in her research (oumuamua). was visiting professor so dont think she'll be back.
brandon jones - CL101 sophomore fall. awesome professor, good lectures, chill guy. recommend.
john thornton - HI175 sophomore fall. boringest history lecturer ive ever had, quiet so had to sit in the front to even hear him (maybe cuz covid masks everything was quieter). chill guy, easy class, probably cooler to talk to at office hours than for survey history class. recommend.
cathal nolan - HI284 sophomore fall. Lowkey kinda pompous guy, but classes were always insightful and really felt like attending a speech notsomuch a lecture. history of war class was one of the few classes where i felt like i really gained wisdom and not just knowledge, but also fell short of my expectations at the same time if that makes sense. pretty easy if you like history / are good at writing. needs to learn how to use slides though lol, windows photo app on USB stick photos can only last so long. recommend.
Christopher McMullen - FY102 sophomore spring. genuinely do not remember a single thing about this class or professor. pretty sure we unironically did a meyers personality test thing, hilarious waste of time. or that was in FY101.
hannah culik - CL237 sophomore spring. very kind professor, learned a lot in the class. 0 official dealines so u can turn in everything late but i do not recommend leaving it all to the last minute. pretty political charged, but i think in an engaging way. she left BU but i would recommend if she were still here.
simon payaslian - HI176 sophomore spring. felt like high school class but i guess that's how history survey courses go. chill dude, kinda tough grader? dumb assignments. average lecturer. recommend.
bruce schulman - HI231 sophomore spring. very kind professor, i turned in my final research paper like a week late LMFAO and he still accepted it (with some completely justified points off for lateness of course). good lecturer. recommend.
Christopher Daly - HI231 sophomore spring. kind professor chill lecturer some course as schulman (double professors). retired, otherwise would recommend.
Alexis Peri - HI200 sophomore spring, HI272 junior fall - one of the best professors at BU hands down. kind but pushes you to truly learn. writing excelled under her and i felt i improved my overall skills as a human in every way. grades easier as class goes on. genuinely proud to have achieved in A in both her courses, pushed myself to get there. maybe a bit too much class discussion for my tastes though, i don't really enjoy sharing out. recommend.
christopher Backman - HI101 junior fall. chill professor, class pretty boring but funny lecturer. completely ghosted my email sent in next semester discussing my idea for senior thesis lol, and wasn't at the office hours listed on website, idk what happened. apparently went on leave after some controversy regarding speech. so yeah lol. recommend.
Stephanie Nelson - CL161 junior fall. awesome professor, kind and fun class. recommend
Timothy Clark - CL162 junior spring, CL322 disorganized and seems like he didn't really care about the class tbh, but overall chill guy. really likes parthia and didn't really care about Rome at all. dumb assignments at times, but he did have no issue with me consistently missing a language class day to to schedule conflict without issue, which I appreciated. don't recommend.
eugenio menegon - HI363 senior fall. hard to explain but going to class just felt... uncomfortable every time? does lot of cold-calling. lecture was kinda boring, didn't learn very much, felt more like a high school survey class of china than a 300 level class on ancient China. covers way too long a time period in too little detail. dude seems pretty chill though don't recomment.
christopher ell - CL300 senior fall. very boring lecturer but he clearly does try to make it funny, which is appreciated. chill guy, some leniency on scheduling and assignments, very clear about all his instructions and overall taught well. very fair and no conflicts at all. enjoyed his class. recommend.
spiridon-iosif capotos - CL261 senior fall, grad student teacher. hilarious, deadpan dry humor. fun class, learned a lot of greek, hope he is onto great things. recommend
simon anderson - SY101 senior spring. chill guy, class not the most useful but was alright. not really that indepth, prob waste of time could've learned everything reading online guides. instructor was fine though, no issues.
hannah kloster - CL262 senior spring, grad student teacher. awesome and kind instructor, very fun class, learned a lot despite having no interest in Greek poetry. hope she is onto great things. recommend.
jilene chua - HI500 senior spring. very kind professor, chill class and great vibes, but too much discussion for my taste. new professor to BU, had her on her second or third semester teaching as professor ever (i think); class was kinda unorganized or ad hoc at times. will only get better as time goes on. recommend.
stephen scully - hi406 senior spring. no interest in the subject (iliad translations) when i joined class and minimal interest in the subject as I leave the class (and BU). chill professor, but grades harshly and requires a lot of writing. cold calls often. class was also quite unorganized for entire first half. in terms of material, honestly a lot of stuff in class felt quite arbitrary in understanding (as is probably the case with most literature classes, which i did not take outside of this). recommend if you really love classical literature / mythology / philology (or anything humanities), don't recommend for classical history (or anything social sciences).
Rui Hua - HI364 junior fall, HI370 junior spring, HI553 senior fall. the most energetic, fun, chill professor i've had at BU, every lecture was a blast and even if i went to class in a bad mood it was impossible to leave without a smile on my face. took us on field trips to relevant destinations when possible. I had the first 3 classes he's ever taught as a professor ever (I think), and it definitely showed bc they were somewhat unorganized or ad hoc. but i am sure his teaching will only get better as time progresses, learned a lot and had a great time in all his classes, he does cover some overlapping material in them so if u take them u might repeat some stuff. also super lenient on deadlines but i do not encourage delaying all of them to the last minute as I did like an idiot. easy classes overall, but if you like the subject he definitely is encouraging for those who want to learn more. recommend.
Loren J. Samons - CL321 junior fall, CL303 junior spring, CL202 senior spring. best professor i've ever had at BU, hilarious, funnest lectures of all time, learned so much, and brings so much old man sardonic energy to every class. CL303 fall of roman empire another class where I felt I genuinely attained wisdom and not just knowledge. assigned readings are some of the few I actually did. class might be difficult if not ur a good writer / not a social sciences person, but u'll definitely improve if you take the effort to do so, otherwise easy class got As in all of them. very straightforward. recommend.
feel free to ask individual questions about any of these professors / instructors in comments.
2024.05.19 06:49 rubberstacks Turning 18 is the worst.
I'm the oldest in all my friend groups so a lot of my friends turn 18 much later in the year and I've been having a crisis about my age everyday since my birthday.
It's like I'm suddenly hyper aware of everybody's age and what they've achieved. Almost anybody famous will have some anecdote about how at 15/16 they made or did something cool. All the news articles will be about some 13-16 year old changing the world or achieving the impossible.
Every competition I come across, there's an under 18 category and an over 18 category, I thought about participating in this essay writing competition after I was done with school but got freaked out when I saw I no longer fit in the "13-17" category but instead the "18 and above" category, and so I let the deadline pass. It's like suddenly I'm supposed to be that good, no longer do I have the "oh look at this cool high school kid doing this cool thing to do at their age" cushion.
I read all these reddit posts where everybody says things like "he/she is 18, they're responsible for what they say/do, hence they deserve xyz consequence" and it just always gets me thinking about how I don't feel like a mature person- I'm incredibly impulsive and irresponsible, I feel like I've been the same person since 13, I get jealous and petty and lazy and stupid: how can I possibly be someone who can be held accountable?
I feel like I'm becoming every older kid my parents would talk to me about in disgust, "oh she's in this mediocre college, she didn't do very well in school", "oh he's in some stupid job, he's just wasting his time there", "oh he's been sitting unemployed for months after graduating, all that money they invested in him for his education, all for nothing".
It's like turning 18 takes everything you hate about yourself and anxieties you have about the future- and multiplies it tenfold.
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It's like I'm suddenly hyper aware of everybody's age and what they've achieved. Almost anybody famous will have some anecdote about how at 15/16 they made or did something cool. All the news articles will be about some 13-16 year old changing the world or achieving the impossible.
Every competition I come across, there's an under 18 category and an over 18 category, I thought about participating in this essay writing competition after I was done with school but got freaked out when I saw I no longer fit in the "13-17" category but instead the "18 and above" category, and so I let the deadline pass. It's like suddenly I'm supposed to be that good, no longer do I have the "oh look at this cool high school kid doing this cool thing to do at their age" cushion.
I read all these reddit posts where everybody says things like "he/she is 18, they're responsible for what they say/do, hence they deserve xyz consequence" and it just always gets me thinking about how I don't feel like a mature person- I'm incredibly impulsive and irresponsible, I feel like I've been the same person since 13, I get jealous and petty and lazy and stupid: how can I possibly be someone who can be held accountable?
I feel like I'm becoming every older kid my parents would talk to me about in disgust, "oh she's in this mediocre college, she didn't do very well in school", "oh he's in some stupid job, he's just wasting his time there", "oh he's been sitting unemployed for months after graduating, all that money they invested in him for his education, all for nothing".
It's like turning 18 takes everything you hate about yourself and anxieties you have about the future- and multiplies it tenfold.
2024.05.19 06:49 Humanarmour I thought hiding would be easier by now
I think I've unknowingly known my whole life I was trans, but only really had the knowledge to out it into words when I was 16. I'm 23 now and it's been a ride.
I spent most of my teens researching and longing. All on my own. All through a phone. I was terrified of being found out. I would only use my phone with my back against a wall so no one could sneak behind me and see my screen. I stopped commenting and liking Instagram posts when my family started following me there (this was back when Instagram had a whole section dedicated to showing what the people you follow had liked and commented). I unfollowed so many pages because I was terrified they would go through my following and see them. How could I answer the question 'why are you following (queer account)?' without telling on myself? I used to lie a lot. About the movies I'd seen (couldn't admit I'd seen any queer movie because why was I watching that, you know?), the music I liked, the YouTubers I followed, etc. I was so scared whenever my parents used my phone because what if a notification from a channel I followed popped up and the title of the video was queer? What then? I was very anxious, scared and I used to think a lot about ways they could find out, so I could take care of them.
And it went like this for years. I went through an entire self discovery process and no one even knew it or ever found out. Years passed and I slowly started to make peace with it all. Graduating high school and leaving that place behind was crucial on this. I started uni and eventually got a job, started making my own money and I felt I was millions of miles away from the whole I was in during my high school years. My relationship with my mom became better after a few delicate moments during my senior year of high school because of my queerness (she asked me if I was and I said no and it didn't go too well). I became very okay with myself and who I am and I accepted myself completely.
Around this time I began exploring the possibility of never ever coming out. It wasn't ideal, but it was doable and to me became the only way out for me. It took me a while but I accepted it. And I decided that being as worried and anxious as I'd been when I was a teenager was not good for me. So I stopped hiding. I wouldn't come out, not ever, but I also wasn't going to hide. I started following queer accounts again, and being vocal about liking movies that had a gay plot, and not being supportive of if their homophobia. I was doing whatever I felt like, but nothing too obvious.
A few days ago a news page my entire family and I follow published a post about a man talking about being gay. The news page is mostly right leaning, so many of the comments were things like 'and what do I care about this guy's sexuality ' 'you can be gay, just don't talk about it' 'literally no one cares about this' and things like this, completely disregarding what the news piece was about. I, fully knowing my family followed that page and if they came across the post they would surely see any comments I made, decided to reply to one homophobic comment I saw. This was huge to me. It was the kind of thing 16 year old me would have died from. Just the chance of my family seeing me supporting gay rights was enough to keep me up at night. And now I was doing it fully aware of the consequences. I posted the comment and went about my day. The next day at dinner the topic of gayness comes up (it usually does and it's never in a nice way), and my brother mentions the article the news outlet had publish about this man talking about being gay. I instantly knew what post he was talking about. My mom immediately said she'd seen it too. My heart dropped to my stomach instantly. What she said next was the same kind of homophobia as the comments under that post. By this point I was terrified of any of them having read my comment. I was terrified that if they had they would bring it up there, over dinner in front of everyone. I was suddenly 16 again and only ever using my phone with my back against a wall. I stood up in panic and pretended to be looking for napkins. I made such a fuss about not finding them that they dropped the subject to help me get some.
I'm just ashamed really. After all this time, all this progress and learning I thought I'd done and I still felt like I did when I was 16. Is it ever gonna end? What if I leave this place but never really stop feeling 16 and terrified of being found out? Is never coming out not really an option? Or it is, and the price to pay is always looking over your shoulder? The one thing I used to think about at 16 and that I still very much agree with, specially at times like this is how unfair it is. I didn't choose this. Some people just get to be and I don't. I didn't choose to feel like this, growing up on their couch while they talk homophobia in the background. It really feels so unfair. The one thing I take as a win is that I think it's made me a better person. A more accepting and understanding one. It's helped me known myself a lot more too.
I choose to focus on the positives.
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I spent most of my teens researching and longing. All on my own. All through a phone. I was terrified of being found out. I would only use my phone with my back against a wall so no one could sneak behind me and see my screen. I stopped commenting and liking Instagram posts when my family started following me there (this was back when Instagram had a whole section dedicated to showing what the people you follow had liked and commented). I unfollowed so many pages because I was terrified they would go through my following and see them. How could I answer the question 'why are you following (queer account)?' without telling on myself? I used to lie a lot. About the movies I'd seen (couldn't admit I'd seen any queer movie because why was I watching that, you know?), the music I liked, the YouTubers I followed, etc. I was so scared whenever my parents used my phone because what if a notification from a channel I followed popped up and the title of the video was queer? What then? I was very anxious, scared and I used to think a lot about ways they could find out, so I could take care of them.
And it went like this for years. I went through an entire self discovery process and no one even knew it or ever found out. Years passed and I slowly started to make peace with it all. Graduating high school and leaving that place behind was crucial on this. I started uni and eventually got a job, started making my own money and I felt I was millions of miles away from the whole I was in during my high school years. My relationship with my mom became better after a few delicate moments during my senior year of high school because of my queerness (she asked me if I was and I said no and it didn't go too well). I became very okay with myself and who I am and I accepted myself completely.
Around this time I began exploring the possibility of never ever coming out. It wasn't ideal, but it was doable and to me became the only way out for me. It took me a while but I accepted it. And I decided that being as worried and anxious as I'd been when I was a teenager was not good for me. So I stopped hiding. I wouldn't come out, not ever, but I also wasn't going to hide. I started following queer accounts again, and being vocal about liking movies that had a gay plot, and not being supportive of if their homophobia. I was doing whatever I felt like, but nothing too obvious.
A few days ago a news page my entire family and I follow published a post about a man talking about being gay. The news page is mostly right leaning, so many of the comments were things like 'and what do I care about this guy's sexuality ' 'you can be gay, just don't talk about it' 'literally no one cares about this' and things like this, completely disregarding what the news piece was about. I, fully knowing my family followed that page and if they came across the post they would surely see any comments I made, decided to reply to one homophobic comment I saw. This was huge to me. It was the kind of thing 16 year old me would have died from. Just the chance of my family seeing me supporting gay rights was enough to keep me up at night. And now I was doing it fully aware of the consequences. I posted the comment and went about my day. The next day at dinner the topic of gayness comes up (it usually does and it's never in a nice way), and my brother mentions the article the news outlet had publish about this man talking about being gay. I instantly knew what post he was talking about. My mom immediately said she'd seen it too. My heart dropped to my stomach instantly. What she said next was the same kind of homophobia as the comments under that post. By this point I was terrified of any of them having read my comment. I was terrified that if they had they would bring it up there, over dinner in front of everyone. I was suddenly 16 again and only ever using my phone with my back against a wall. I stood up in panic and pretended to be looking for napkins. I made such a fuss about not finding them that they dropped the subject to help me get some.
I'm just ashamed really. After all this time, all this progress and learning I thought I'd done and I still felt like I did when I was 16. Is it ever gonna end? What if I leave this place but never really stop feeling 16 and terrified of being found out? Is never coming out not really an option? Or it is, and the price to pay is always looking over your shoulder? The one thing I used to think about at 16 and that I still very much agree with, specially at times like this is how unfair it is. I didn't choose this. Some people just get to be and I don't. I didn't choose to feel like this, growing up on their couch while they talk homophobia in the background. It really feels so unfair. The one thing I take as a win is that I think it's made me a better person. A more accepting and understanding one. It's helped me known myself a lot more too.
I choose to focus on the positives.
2024.05.19 06:49 Ok_Start1379 Should I (27F) break up with my (28M) ex-fiancé?
My (ex)fiancé and I had been together for almost 6.5 years, engaged for almost 2.5. Over the last several months, my (ex)fiancé has sat me down to talk about our relationship about once a month. Before these conversations, he would shut down and barely speak to me for several days even when I would ask what was wrong. Then he would finally tell me he was ready to have a conversation and would express his frustrations with the relationship. By the time of our conversations, I would already be on the defensive from his recent behavior. I also generally do not receive feedback well. When he would try to tell me that he was unhappy in our relationship because I didn't compliment him enough, flirt with him enough, or tell him I loved him enough, I would shut down. I was not able to hear what he was really trying to tell me. Instead, I put up a wall and told him to love me for who I am. I basically asked him "If I'm happy in our relationship despite my frustrations, why can't you be?" I now realize that is not an appropriate or healthy response when your partner is trying to communicate with you.
I did try to hear him. I gifted him some lingerie for the first time and let him take a boudoir photo shoot of me wearing it. I started sending a few more cute messages. I tried to make more time to cuddle with him when he would ask. I tried to give him more hugs. I tried to thank him more for picking up around the house. I wrote him a cute letter and surprised him with a few gifts for Easter. However, about a month ago, we had another one of those conversations. Except this time the first things he brought up were 'wondering what else is out there' and talking about how other girls are always complimenting him. Again came the walls and extra defensiveness. I ended up writing him a letter talking about how I didn't know if I could ever be what he wanted me to be and that maybe he should think about calling things off. This was obviously a defense mechanism to try to beat him to the punch line and talk about a self-fulfilling prophecy. Three weeks later he would sit me down and tell me he wanted to know what else was out there again and that he didn't know if he could go through with marrying me. My efforts did not feel like enough for him and I understand why. I was having a hard time connecting my emotions with my actions which made my actions seem reactionary and not genuine or provoked by love.
I have been through a lot more trauma in my life than I realized. My dad was in the Navy while I was growing up. We had to move every three years. A very pivotal point in my life was when we moved when I was in the 6th grade. I lived right next door to my best friend. I was finding my love for math and theater. I also played soccer and was a Girl Scout. When we moved, I became very depressed, though I didn't understand that's what it was at the time. I stopped all of my extracurricular activities. I stopped getting too close to people because I knew I would have to move or they would have to move eventually. I mostly stayed in my room and kept to myself, even from my family. I also have struggled with anxiety for as long as I can remember. Then, in my senior year of high school, I got my first-ever boyfriend. We were in a relationship for over 4 years. In that relationship, I would always be the one to try to talk about our problems. I would be the one who would always want longer hugs and more cuddles. But it was not a healthy relationship. We broke up and got back together many times. I found several illicit texts to other girls on multiple occasions and he would always gaslight me by saying his younger brother stole his phone or I misinterpreted the messages. I think this caused me not to want to show my emotions because it wasn't reciprocated and resulted in heartache. Then, three years ago my younger brother died in a tragic car accident at the age of 17.
When I realized I could lose the love of my life, I realized that he was right about me not being affectionate enough. I had built up walls to protect myself. I thought I had made progress on my anxiety and depression, but I realized I was wrong. I also realized that I have issues with communication, trust, and vulnerability. I was a great partner in other ways and I did express my love in other ways. I moved across the country, coast to coast, with him to a state where I didn't know anyone so that he could attend his dream school. I take care of the household. I get the majority of the groceries. I do all of the cooking. I do all of the maintenance cleaning. I take care of our 2 cats and 1 dog. I say all of those in the present tense because we currently still live together but are sleeping in separate rooms. I also financially supported him by lending him money and letting him pay less of the rent because I made more money. I accept all of him including that he has terrible time management skills, he can have a hard time controlling his emotions at times, and he is disorganized and messy. I also accepted that I would have to wait for marriage and children because of his school and accepted that he did not have a lot of free time between school, work, and his hobbies. I supported his love for his hobbies by accepting his purchasing of expensive equipment even when he owed me money, traveling to watch several events that were important to him, and traveling to see him win an award from his job. I would write heartfelt cards for every holiday. I also bought him dozens of children's books about love that I wanted us to read to our children one day.
When I realized I could lose him, I felt something change inside me. It was like I could feel a hole being blown in the wall I had built up. I felt all my love for him overwhelm me. I couldn't hug him, kiss him, or tell him I love him enough. I tried to talk to him to apologize for my behavior and how badly I'd hurt him. I tried to explain how I felt like a different person and how I really wanted to work hard on improving myself as a partner to make our relationship work. I tried to prove my words with actions. I wrote a list of things I needed to work on including communication and being more affectionate. I also wrote out a list of ways to work on those things and actually started doing the things on the list. Some of the items I had already begun to do like hug and kiss him more and tell him I love him more. I also tried to ask more questions about his interests/hobbies/day. I was more vulnerable and talked with him about my feelings more. I even initiated intimacy, something I had really only done once in a blue moon when I was intoxicated.
Despite all of my efforts, over the next two weeks, he continued to say he did not know if he could be with me and wanted to know what else was out there. He was very wavering and said multiple times "I don't know what the right decision is." He said he could not trust that my changes would last and that it was probably too late. I begged him to try couples therapy, but he refused and said "Therapy takes too long" and basically said it wasn't worth the time. He finally broke up with me after 2 weeks of going back and forth and I was devastated. He later talked to a mutual friend of ours and changed his mind about therapy. I was so happy to hear that he had changed his mind. However, now I feel like I can't even trust him anymore. He's turning into a person I don't recognize and I don't know what he's capable of anymore. I don't know if the man I love still exists. When he told me he was now agreeable to try therapy he said "We're still broken up, but I won't talk to any other girls." and then promptly said "And it will give me more time to find a place to live if things don't work out." He deleted several Instagram posts that had photos of me after he agreed to try therapy which makes me think he's not actually that open to healing our relationship. He complained to me about how he might have to take out student loans after I told him he needed to pay me for half of the rent while we're broken up and not decreased rate he had been paying me. He also "checked on me" on the night of the 3rd year anniversary of my brother's death when he heard me crying. Then he just sat on the end of the bed scrolling his phone while I cried as if he was checking on me because he felt like he had to and not because he wanted to. When I asked him if he had some sort of deadline in mind for the therapy, because he had previously mentioned that it takes too long, he said July or August and I have a suspicion that is because a girl he likes is leaving for summer break but will be back at the end of August for the next semester.
I just feel like the way he has been acting is not how you act towards someone you were in a relationship with for almost 6.5 years. Especially after saying you still love them and have no negative feelings towards them. That means even though you don't think you are a good relationship match, you should still want to treat them with respect. You should care that they are hurting during this time. You should want to comfort them in their grief of a separate event. You should mean it if you say you want to try therapy.
TL;DR : So should I break up with my ex-fiancé or should I keep fighting to get back the man I love?
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I did try to hear him. I gifted him some lingerie for the first time and let him take a boudoir photo shoot of me wearing it. I started sending a few more cute messages. I tried to make more time to cuddle with him when he would ask. I tried to give him more hugs. I tried to thank him more for picking up around the house. I wrote him a cute letter and surprised him with a few gifts for Easter. However, about a month ago, we had another one of those conversations. Except this time the first things he brought up were 'wondering what else is out there' and talking about how other girls are always complimenting him. Again came the walls and extra defensiveness. I ended up writing him a letter talking about how I didn't know if I could ever be what he wanted me to be and that maybe he should think about calling things off. This was obviously a defense mechanism to try to beat him to the punch line and talk about a self-fulfilling prophecy. Three weeks later he would sit me down and tell me he wanted to know what else was out there again and that he didn't know if he could go through with marrying me. My efforts did not feel like enough for him and I understand why. I was having a hard time connecting my emotions with my actions which made my actions seem reactionary and not genuine or provoked by love.
I have been through a lot more trauma in my life than I realized. My dad was in the Navy while I was growing up. We had to move every three years. A very pivotal point in my life was when we moved when I was in the 6th grade. I lived right next door to my best friend. I was finding my love for math and theater. I also played soccer and was a Girl Scout. When we moved, I became very depressed, though I didn't understand that's what it was at the time. I stopped all of my extracurricular activities. I stopped getting too close to people because I knew I would have to move or they would have to move eventually. I mostly stayed in my room and kept to myself, even from my family. I also have struggled with anxiety for as long as I can remember. Then, in my senior year of high school, I got my first-ever boyfriend. We were in a relationship for over 4 years. In that relationship, I would always be the one to try to talk about our problems. I would be the one who would always want longer hugs and more cuddles. But it was not a healthy relationship. We broke up and got back together many times. I found several illicit texts to other girls on multiple occasions and he would always gaslight me by saying his younger brother stole his phone or I misinterpreted the messages. I think this caused me not to want to show my emotions because it wasn't reciprocated and resulted in heartache. Then, three years ago my younger brother died in a tragic car accident at the age of 17.
When I realized I could lose the love of my life, I realized that he was right about me not being affectionate enough. I had built up walls to protect myself. I thought I had made progress on my anxiety and depression, but I realized I was wrong. I also realized that I have issues with communication, trust, and vulnerability. I was a great partner in other ways and I did express my love in other ways. I moved across the country, coast to coast, with him to a state where I didn't know anyone so that he could attend his dream school. I take care of the household. I get the majority of the groceries. I do all of the cooking. I do all of the maintenance cleaning. I take care of our 2 cats and 1 dog. I say all of those in the present tense because we currently still live together but are sleeping in separate rooms. I also financially supported him by lending him money and letting him pay less of the rent because I made more money. I accept all of him including that he has terrible time management skills, he can have a hard time controlling his emotions at times, and he is disorganized and messy. I also accepted that I would have to wait for marriage and children because of his school and accepted that he did not have a lot of free time between school, work, and his hobbies. I supported his love for his hobbies by accepting his purchasing of expensive equipment even when he owed me money, traveling to watch several events that were important to him, and traveling to see him win an award from his job. I would write heartfelt cards for every holiday. I also bought him dozens of children's books about love that I wanted us to read to our children one day.
When I realized I could lose him, I felt something change inside me. It was like I could feel a hole being blown in the wall I had built up. I felt all my love for him overwhelm me. I couldn't hug him, kiss him, or tell him I love him enough. I tried to talk to him to apologize for my behavior and how badly I'd hurt him. I tried to explain how I felt like a different person and how I really wanted to work hard on improving myself as a partner to make our relationship work. I tried to prove my words with actions. I wrote a list of things I needed to work on including communication and being more affectionate. I also wrote out a list of ways to work on those things and actually started doing the things on the list. Some of the items I had already begun to do like hug and kiss him more and tell him I love him more. I also tried to ask more questions about his interests/hobbies/day. I was more vulnerable and talked with him about my feelings more. I even initiated intimacy, something I had really only done once in a blue moon when I was intoxicated.
Despite all of my efforts, over the next two weeks, he continued to say he did not know if he could be with me and wanted to know what else was out there. He was very wavering and said multiple times "I don't know what the right decision is." He said he could not trust that my changes would last and that it was probably too late. I begged him to try couples therapy, but he refused and said "Therapy takes too long" and basically said it wasn't worth the time. He finally broke up with me after 2 weeks of going back and forth and I was devastated. He later talked to a mutual friend of ours and changed his mind about therapy. I was so happy to hear that he had changed his mind. However, now I feel like I can't even trust him anymore. He's turning into a person I don't recognize and I don't know what he's capable of anymore. I don't know if the man I love still exists. When he told me he was now agreeable to try therapy he said "We're still broken up, but I won't talk to any other girls." and then promptly said "And it will give me more time to find a place to live if things don't work out." He deleted several Instagram posts that had photos of me after he agreed to try therapy which makes me think he's not actually that open to healing our relationship. He complained to me about how he might have to take out student loans after I told him he needed to pay me for half of the rent while we're broken up and not decreased rate he had been paying me. He also "checked on me" on the night of the 3rd year anniversary of my brother's death when he heard me crying. Then he just sat on the end of the bed scrolling his phone while I cried as if he was checking on me because he felt like he had to and not because he wanted to. When I asked him if he had some sort of deadline in mind for the therapy, because he had previously mentioned that it takes too long, he said July or August and I have a suspicion that is because a girl he likes is leaving for summer break but will be back at the end of August for the next semester.
I just feel like the way he has been acting is not how you act towards someone you were in a relationship with for almost 6.5 years. Especially after saying you still love them and have no negative feelings towards them. That means even though you don't think you are a good relationship match, you should still want to treat them with respect. You should care that they are hurting during this time. You should want to comfort them in their grief of a separate event. You should mean it if you say you want to try therapy.
TL;DR : So should I break up with my ex-fiancé or should I keep fighting to get back the man I love?
2024.05.19 06:48 Express_Equipment271 Ano ba meron sa hangin at tubig ng US California?
Throwaway acc. Bakit ganon, iba talaga itsura or buong aura ng filams??? Little background, I'm in college and I have a friend back in high school na nagmigrate sa California nung grade 8 kami. She is pretty yes pero grabe yung umuwi siya two years ago grabe glow up niya nagkaroon din ng american accent (as in hindi rinig filipino accent niya) parang born and raised siya sa US. Tuwing nakikita ko stories niya (puro asians friends niya) sobrang good looking lalo na yung mga filipino rin like grabe sana all??? Ang gaganda ng katawan tapos ang kikinis. Ang dami rin nila tattoo at piercings, helix piercing nga lang nagalit na sa akin nanay ko hahahahaha.
Not to sound a bitch pero may iba rin kaming classmates na lumipat ng ibang bansa pero hindi naman nadevelop overall self charot, naging topic pa nga namin siya (cali girl) and yung isa rin namin na classmate na nasa US pero nasa Maryland siya something, yun naman baligtad pumangit ugali ang yabang ang tigas naman ng accent eme.
Ayun tapos I learned sa tiktok there's thing called socal asians pala HAHAHAHA medyo ang lawak ng topic but in short, ang daming asians sa cali na meron daw silang superiority complex kasi they are not the "minority" in that place. At tawag pala sa kaibigan ko na yun ABG or asian baby girl HAHAHAHA maraming tattoo, mahaba lashes, party palagi, etc. ayun lang siguro naiingit lang ako sa lifestyle niya, makapunta rin sana ako ng US HAHAHA 😩
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Not to sound a bitch pero may iba rin kaming classmates na lumipat ng ibang bansa pero hindi naman nadevelop overall self charot, naging topic pa nga namin siya (cali girl) and yung isa rin namin na classmate na nasa US pero nasa Maryland siya something, yun naman baligtad pumangit ugali ang yabang ang tigas naman ng accent eme.
Ayun tapos I learned sa tiktok there's thing called socal asians pala HAHAHAHA medyo ang lawak ng topic but in short, ang daming asians sa cali na meron daw silang superiority complex kasi they are not the "minority" in that place. At tawag pala sa kaibigan ko na yun ABG or asian baby girl HAHAHAHA maraming tattoo, mahaba lashes, party palagi, etc. ayun lang siguro naiingit lang ako sa lifestyle niya, makapunta rin sana ako ng US HAHAHA 😩
2024.05.19 06:47 LJ_Pynn Vivid [2011] -- Imagine if the edgiest kid in your High School class never grew up and then made a movie no one ever heard of (Tubi)
![Vivid [2011] -- Imagine if the edgiest kid in your High School class never grew up and then made a movie no one ever heard of (Tubi)](https://a.thumbs.redditmedia.com/5yefGhXxfBzgpFaBBkFofiIqOCz_8sMyJNRfftmKRv4.jpg "Vivid [2011] -- Imagine if the edgiest kid in your High School class never grew up and then made a movie no one ever heard of (Tubi)") | Summary: An angry 2000s 14-year-old in his 30s is a serial killer who goes into people's dreams so he can have more fun killing. And also making Alice in Wonderland references. And his in-dream avatar is a hot woman with edgy makeup and swords. submitted by LJ_Pynn to badMovies [link] [comments] |
2024.05.19 06:46 Numerous-Thought9372 Going into the workforce soon. Need advice about what skills are most valuable to an employer
Hello,
I just finished my junior year studying computer engineering. I wasn't able to get an internship this summer, so I plan on doing personal projects to bolster my resume for job applications coming up. I have a couple of different directions I could go with these projects and I want to know what industry experienced people would think is the most valuable. The job I am targeting is Firmware Engineer, but honestly I really like low level programming so I would take any job related to that.
Direction 1 -- Using STM32/ESP32 to learn the serial protocols -- UART, SPI, I2C. Something like an NES emulator with a display screen
Direction 2 -- Using a Raspberry Pi/Beagleboard to learn more about Embedded Linux -- Something like writing drivers for Ethernet or USB.
Direction 3 -- Doing a Udemy course on embedded linux to help with #2.
Anyway, I'm open to suggestions or potential project ideas. I know C/C++ very well from school and last semester completed an Operating Systems class where we had to build a basic linux kernel (scheduling, systemscalls, filesystem, etc). Also have knowlege on FPGA / SystemVerilog from class. I feel like I have a good base, I just need to get more practical experience. Any advice is greatly appreciated, thanks.
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I just finished my junior year studying computer engineering. I wasn't able to get an internship this summer, so I plan on doing personal projects to bolster my resume for job applications coming up. I have a couple of different directions I could go with these projects and I want to know what industry experienced people would think is the most valuable. The job I am targeting is Firmware Engineer, but honestly I really like low level programming so I would take any job related to that.
Direction 1 -- Using STM32/ESP32 to learn the serial protocols -- UART, SPI, I2C. Something like an NES emulator with a display screen
Direction 2 -- Using a Raspberry Pi/Beagleboard to learn more about Embedded Linux -- Something like writing drivers for Ethernet or USB.
Direction 3 -- Doing a Udemy course on embedded linux to help with #2.
Anyway, I'm open to suggestions or potential project ideas. I know C/C++ very well from school and last semester completed an Operating Systems class where we had to build a basic linux kernel (scheduling, systemscalls, filesystem, etc). Also have knowlege on FPGA / SystemVerilog from class. I feel like I have a good base, I just need to get more practical experience. Any advice is greatly appreciated, thanks.
2024.05.19 06:44 Necessary-Wall-6446 AITA for walking out of the bridal salon when I found out my friends were making fun of me behind my back?
I have two friends: Gaby and Shelly. All of us are 23, if that matters. We were roommates in college and stayed in the same city after graduation. While the three of us are close, I’ve always known that Gaby and Shelly are the closest. They have a really sweet friendship.
Shelly is getting married. Gaby is the maid of honor and I’m one of the bridesmaids. Over the weekend, I went with Shelly so she could look at wedding dresses. Gaby was supposed to come with us but got called into work last minute. I helped Shelly pick out some dresses then she went with the consultant to try them on. Shelly asked that I take pictures and videos on her phone to send to her mom and Gaby. I was getting the camera ready when a text from Gaby came through. I didn’t mean to click on it and was instantly going to click back out when I saw one of my Instagram pictures in their private chat from earlier that morning. Both were making fun of me for the face I was making and my outfit choice. It didn’t appear to be very good nature.
I admit, curiosity got the best of me so I searched my name in the chat. I found multiple pictures that I, my boyfriend or my mom have posted of myself, absolutely ripping them to shreds. Ranging from selfies to posed shots to even a few baby pictures. They’d also make fun of me in general in terms of the way I talked, wore my hair and the way I ate. This went back as far as I could tell, at least a year.
My heart broke. It all felt so juvenile and high school. While we all joke around, I would never do this to them nor have they ever even tried to instigate these types of conversations with me about the other one on one. I was in tears. As someone who was bullied all through middle and high school, it just brought me back to a horrible place. I put the phone in Shelly’s purse and brought it to another employee, telling her to tell Shelly that I had to go. I drove home and had a long cry.
Shelly texted me by the time I made it home asking where I went. I said I was going home and we could talk later. When she did call a few hours later, she was understandably confused and hurt that I left. I told her what I found, explaining that I only looked further because of the initial text I accidentally saw. She went off on me for looking through her private texts and said those were none of my business. She also told me I shouldn’t have left the store without saying anything. I said I didn’t want to make a scene but also knew I couldn’t fake being happy for her.
Shelly told me the texts were “all in good fun” and clearly she loves me because I’m going to be her bridesmaid. She added that I’m only hurt because I chose to read all those texts. Later on, Gaby called to tell me that I invaded Shelly’s privacy and hurt her by walking out.
My boyfriend and mom think I did the right thing by walking out. But obviously, they’re a little biased. I just want some unbiased looks: was I an asshole to look through the texts and then leave?
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Shelly is getting married. Gaby is the maid of honor and I’m one of the bridesmaids. Over the weekend, I went with Shelly so she could look at wedding dresses. Gaby was supposed to come with us but got called into work last minute. I helped Shelly pick out some dresses then she went with the consultant to try them on. Shelly asked that I take pictures and videos on her phone to send to her mom and Gaby. I was getting the camera ready when a text from Gaby came through. I didn’t mean to click on it and was instantly going to click back out when I saw one of my Instagram pictures in their private chat from earlier that morning. Both were making fun of me for the face I was making and my outfit choice. It didn’t appear to be very good nature.
I admit, curiosity got the best of me so I searched my name in the chat. I found multiple pictures that I, my boyfriend or my mom have posted of myself, absolutely ripping them to shreds. Ranging from selfies to posed shots to even a few baby pictures. They’d also make fun of me in general in terms of the way I talked, wore my hair and the way I ate. This went back as far as I could tell, at least a year.
My heart broke. It all felt so juvenile and high school. While we all joke around, I would never do this to them nor have they ever even tried to instigate these types of conversations with me about the other one on one. I was in tears. As someone who was bullied all through middle and high school, it just brought me back to a horrible place. I put the phone in Shelly’s purse and brought it to another employee, telling her to tell Shelly that I had to go. I drove home and had a long cry.
Shelly texted me by the time I made it home asking where I went. I said I was going home and we could talk later. When she did call a few hours later, she was understandably confused and hurt that I left. I told her what I found, explaining that I only looked further because of the initial text I accidentally saw. She went off on me for looking through her private texts and said those were none of my business. She also told me I shouldn’t have left the store without saying anything. I said I didn’t want to make a scene but also knew I couldn’t fake being happy for her.
Shelly told me the texts were “all in good fun” and clearly she loves me because I’m going to be her bridesmaid. She added that I’m only hurt because I chose to read all those texts. Later on, Gaby called to tell me that I invaded Shelly’s privacy and hurt her by walking out.
My boyfriend and mom think I did the right thing by walking out. But obviously, they’re a little biased. I just want some unbiased looks: was I an asshole to look through the texts and then leave?
2024.05.19 06:44 Godsartist11 Sounds in my ear
I am a 22 year old Female, I’m 1,6m tall and I weigh around 90kg.
Since February 2024, I have been feeling dizziness, more than usual. My vision will be blurry or I see spots when I wake up. Around two weeks ago I have started hearing sounds in my left ear. A loud sounds as though it’s the wind blowing through. It changes in volume if I turn my head to the left, bend down and if I press a certain point in my upper neck. Now I have pains around my neck and it causes these numbing headaches. I feel like because I listen to music a lot, it might have been the cause. The whooshing sound also corresponds with my heartbeat or if I get too anxious it gets worse.
I also panicked when I saw a semi dark line up my belly. I am also panicking that I might be like pregnant. I had unprotected sex around October and I did take an after pill the next morning. My periods have been a little regular but I can’t be sure because we are so poor that we don’t eat well and sometimes I will be eating bread for days. My last period was on the 21st of April and lasted for three days and the bleeding was very light. I have only felt nausea when eating too much or not eating and only when my period has started or about to start.
I have also been diagnosed with Major Depression Disorder two years back and I took antidepressants for a year till I let go. I have had three suicide attempts and was this admitted before getting diagnosed. I also had my jaw lock twice and was admitted to the hospital for it. For a year and a half now, my jaw would always pop like when I’m stretching. I was also given something else well to help with the mild anxiety I had. I had withdrawals end of 2022 and in 2023 I felt good.
I have also struggled with constipation and diarrhoea. When I was eighteen (last year of high school), I found out I had high blood pressure but it went down after I completed school and got into university.
I don’t sleep too well and I often will sleep a lot or for short periods of time. Being home does have me on the edge as I know how irritated my mom can get for not doing things around the house or sleeping in too much. I have a job that doesn’t pay too well as well as my mom. So we don’t have money, not even a ride to the hospital. We don’t eat well due to this and I am terrified to tell my mom all this because she will tell me it’s because of the phone and listening to music. Please help or advise I’m scared my right ear will follow.
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Since February 2024, I have been feeling dizziness, more than usual. My vision will be blurry or I see spots when I wake up. Around two weeks ago I have started hearing sounds in my left ear. A loud sounds as though it’s the wind blowing through. It changes in volume if I turn my head to the left, bend down and if I press a certain point in my upper neck. Now I have pains around my neck and it causes these numbing headaches. I feel like because I listen to music a lot, it might have been the cause. The whooshing sound also corresponds with my heartbeat or if I get too anxious it gets worse.
I also panicked when I saw a semi dark line up my belly. I am also panicking that I might be like pregnant. I had unprotected sex around October and I did take an after pill the next morning. My periods have been a little regular but I can’t be sure because we are so poor that we don’t eat well and sometimes I will be eating bread for days. My last period was on the 21st of April and lasted for three days and the bleeding was very light. I have only felt nausea when eating too much or not eating and only when my period has started or about to start.
I have also been diagnosed with Major Depression Disorder two years back and I took antidepressants for a year till I let go. I have had three suicide attempts and was this admitted before getting diagnosed. I also had my jaw lock twice and was admitted to the hospital for it. For a year and a half now, my jaw would always pop like when I’m stretching. I was also given something else well to help with the mild anxiety I had. I had withdrawals end of 2022 and in 2023 I felt good.
I have also struggled with constipation and diarrhoea. When I was eighteen (last year of high school), I found out I had high blood pressure but it went down after I completed school and got into university.
I don’t sleep too well and I often will sleep a lot or for short periods of time. Being home does have me on the edge as I know how irritated my mom can get for not doing things around the house or sleeping in too much. I have a job that doesn’t pay too well as well as my mom. So we don’t have money, not even a ride to the hospital. We don’t eat well due to this and I am terrified to tell my mom all this because she will tell me it’s because of the phone and listening to music. Please help or advise I’m scared my right ear will follow.
2024.05.19 06:43 Stage-Piercing727 Best Canon Rebel T7 Camera Cases
 | submitted by Stage-Piercing727 to u/Stage-Piercing727 [link] [comments] https://preview.redd.it/djpzqekvbb1d1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8a984f2238a042dc8a8ea39af9f3b619da6f083a Are you on the hunt for the perfect Canon Rebel T7 camera case? Well, you're in luck! We have compiled a roundup of the best camera cases that perfectly fit your beloved T7. Whether you're an avid traveler or a professional photographer, our article offers a variety of options to suit your needs. Stay tuned to find the ideal case that will keep your camera safe and stylish at all times! The Top 6 Best Canon Rebel T7 Camera Cases
Reviews🔗Durable DSLR Camera Case with Neoprene Exteriorhttps://preview.redd.it/9v8bn3yvbb1d1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=b619155fa4cd2f0e9fc7779991a2b97dc3a396cc I recently purchased the USA Gear QTL Portable DSLR Camera Case Bag, Southwest and I must say, it's been a game-changer for me. I love the vibrant southwest pattern that not only looks great but also doesn't give away the fact that there's an expensive camera inside my bag. The dimensions are perfect at 7.25 inches x 6 inches x 5.5 inches, making it a great option when I'm on the go. One of the standout features of this case is its durable neoprene exterior. It's rugged and weather-resistant, ensuring my camera stays safe and secure no matter the conditions. The cover zippers and metal hardware provide extra protection, while the reinforced belt loop offers stability and flexibility in how I carry it. 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Despite these minor drawbacks, I believe the USA Gear QTL Portable DSLR Camera Case Bag, Southwest is a fantastic option for photographers looking for a stylish and durable camera case. 🔗Acuvar Padded Backpack for DSLR Camerashttps://preview.redd.it/ju2do2ewbb1d1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=767d918756f94af7758890f50394f8ac8c25ea4f I can confidently say that the Acuvar BPACK03 Padded Backpack is my go-to camera bag. Its sleek design and sturdy construction make it a reliable companion for all my photography adventures. The inside pocket with a hook and loop system, along with the 7 customizable padding dividers, ensures that my camera equipment stays snug and secure. I particularly love the padded shoulder straps as they provide immense comfort even when the bag is fully loaded. The side pockets are incredibly useful, with one being a net pocket and the other having a zipper. The webbed side pocket is perfect for my water bottle, while the hook and loop strap above it can easily hold a small tripod. However, the highlight of this bag is undoubtedly its capacity. It comfortably fits all my camera gear without making the bag bulky or unwieldy. The size is just right, making it easy to carry around on long photo shoots. And did I mention how visually appealing it is? Its simple yet stylish design truly stands out. Overall, I'm extremely satisfied with the Acuvar BPACK03 Padded Backpack. It's well made, has ample pocket utility, and boasts excellent sturdiness. Highly recommended! 🔗Durable DSLR Camera Case for Canon Rebel T7https://preview.redd.it/wanvzepwbb1d1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=e878a121cef4898f1295640d39edcde433ec5dbd As a photographer, I've always struggled with finding the right case to protect my gear while I'm out in the field. That was until I came across the USA Gear DSLR Quick Access case. The first thing that caught my eye was its sleek design, made from lightweight yet robust EVA hardshell with a padded interior. One of the features that have been a real game-changer for me is the three carrying modes - belt loop, strap, and handle. This has greatly enhanced my shooting experience, whether I'm walking around town or out in the wilderness. The zipper and hook & loop closure provide easy access to my camera without compromising on safety. The added feature of built-in memory card pocket ensures that I never miss a shot while fumbling through different compartments. However, one small issue is that it doesn't have a dedicated slot for attaching my camera strap, which requires a bit of improvisation. Despite this minor inconvenience, the overall performance of this case has been stellar. Its versatility, durability, and ease of use make it a must-have accessory in my photography kit. 🔗MegaGear Ever Ready PU Leather Case for Canon EOS Rebel T7 & 2000D + 18-55mmhttps://preview.redd.it/bdummp3xbb1d1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=25976eedde6610fe87b3b5eeb8bf13e540bb1150 As an avid photographer, I've recently been using the MegaGear Ever Ready PU Leather Case with a Strap for my Canon EOS Rebel T7. It's not only stylish in black but it also provides excellent protection against dirt, scratches, and bumps. The two-piece design, consisting of a top and a bottom, is brilliant as it offers flexibility – you can use the bottom half independently as a half case and attach it to the built-in tripod mounting screw. This screw also allows for easy tripod usage without having to remove the case, which is a major convenience. The top piece seamlessly completes the all-around protection, attaching with snaps. I also appreciated the bottom opening feature, which grants easy access to the battery compartment. Another highlight is the stitching that adds a touch of class reminiscent of old-world craftsmanship. However, it's not entirely perfect. The case, while well-padded, doesn't provide much room for additional accessories beyond the camera and lens. Also, it could benefit from a rain cover for those times when you get caught in unexpected showers. Overall, the MegaGear Ever Ready PU Leather Case is a well-made, stylish, and functional case for my Canon EOS Rebel T7. It's worth every penny for the added protection and convenience it provides. 🔗K&F Concept Waterproof Camera Backpackhttps://preview.redd.it/87x80eexbb1d1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=58c8c2f447a7b5f593c84d6e92db46b025d83088 I recently purchased the K&F Concept Waterproof Camera Backpack, and I couldn't be happier with my decision. 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The high-quality PU leather not only looks incredibly stylish but also provides top-notch protection against scratches and bumps. Plus, the internal fabric is soft and padded, protecting my camera from dust, damage, and shock. One of my favorite features is the easy-to-clean and maintain design. It's so simple to wipe down and keep in pristine condition, even after a long day of shooting. And speaking of shooting, the Ever Ready Design allows me to install a tripod and access the battery compartment in seconds - no fumbling around with straps or belts. The only downside I've encountered is that the case is a bit bulky, which might be slightly inconvenient for those who prefer a more minimalistic approach to camera gear. But overall, the MegaGear Ever Ready Leather Case offers excellent protection and convenience for my Canon Rebel T7i, making it a worthwhile investment. Buyer's GuideImportant Features to Considerhttps://preview.redd.it/af55z77ybb1d1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=8aa0c1652059874add74f98fe40d9e4d576b516f When shopping for a Canon Rebel T7 Camera Case, there are several important features to consider:
Considerations for Different UsesYour specific needs will depend on how you plan to use your camera. For instance:
General Advice for Choosing a Canon Rebel T7 Camera CaseTo ensure you make the best choice, consider the following:
https://preview.redd.it/6tcbrhpybb1d1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6bec0037559b652f9c05508fe9e750760f870d54 FAQWhat types of camera cases are available for the Canon Rebel T7?There are various types of camera cases available for the Canon Rebel T7, including shoulder bags, holsters, and hard cases. Each type offers different levels of protection, accessibility, and convenience.How do I choose the best camera case for my needs?https://preview.redd.it/c7uxr8zybb1d1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=22380592614c353250ccefa7e7a0fe3580125b6c Consider factors such as protection, accessibility, size, and weight when choosing a camera case for your Canon Rebel T7. Think about how you plan to use your camera and where you'll be carrying it, as well as any additional equipment you may need to store. Are there waterproof camera cases for the Canon Rebel T7?Yes, there are waterproof camera cases available for the Canon Rebel T7. These cases typically feature a heavy-duty, water-resistant exterior, ensuring your camera remains dry and protected in damp or rainy conditions.What is the difference between a shoulder bag and a holster case?A shoulder bag offers more storage space and is typically larger, allowing you to carry additional equipment such as lenses, batteries, and memory cards. A holster case is smaller and more compact, providing quick access to your camera while keeping it secure and protected. https://preview.redd.it/52i89ifzbb1d1.jpg?width=720&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=bacebd9d83098c80d79c9ba388897516c9415484 How much do camera cases for the Canon Rebel T7 cost?The cost of camera cases for the Canon Rebel T7 can vary depending on the brand, materials, and features. Prices can range from around $20 for a basic case to over $100 for premium, waterproof cases.Do camera cases come with a warranty?Many camera case manufacturers offer a warranty on their products. Warranty periods and coverage may vary, so be sure to check the specific terms and conditions of the case you are interested in purchasing.What is a dual-layer camera case?A dual-layer camera case features an outer layer made of durable material such as nylon, polyester, or leather, and an inner layer made of soft, cushioned material like foam or neoprene. This combination provides excellent protection for your camera against impacts and scratches.How do I properly store my Canon Rebel T7 in a camera case?
How do I clean and maintain my camera case?Use a soft, damp cloth to gently clean the exterior of your camera case, being careful not to apply excessive pressure or use abrasive materials. Regularly inspect the case for signs of wear and tear, and replace any damaged parts or components promptly to maintain its effectiveness and protect your camera equipment.Can I use the same camera case for other camera models?It depends on the specific case and the dimensions of your other camera models. Some camera cases may have adjustable dividers or customizable compartments that can accommodate different camera sizes, while others are designed specifically for a particular model and may not fit other cameras.What is a padded camera case?A padded camera case is designed with a layer of soft, cushioned material such as foam or neoprene to provide enhanced protection against impacts, scratches, and other damage that could occur during transportation or storage.As an Amazon™ Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. |
2024.05.19 06:42 kainike Delusional Filipino actually turned out fine
im a harbinger of bad luck so cant believe things actually went okay-ish considering im not a competitive applicant
₊˚⊹♡.𖥔 ݁ Demographics
₊˚⊹♡.𖥔 ݁Academics
i didnt plan my extracurriculars in high school i sure did a lot and most of them were scattered out HAHA. jack of all trades, master of none moments. i tried to include mostly my media and writing related activities. aside from the ones i listed on my common app, i was immersed in a lot of social justice and political advocacy works + other sports :)
₊˚⊹♡.𖥔 ݁ I*nterviews *- I got none and I was too busy to go for optional interviews. I really did not display any demonstrated interest.
₊˚⊹♡.𖥔 ݁ D*ecisions * (ALL REGULAR DECISION, actually I filed my international applications late like 2-3 weeks after the deadlines because I was in a depressive episode last January)
ACCEPTANCES
well that was krazy HAHA. ik many people here showcase ivies and T20s and im not that remarkable with my t40s to t100s but i'd like to think its not that shabby for an unknown international from a third world country. my biggest regret is not applying for NYU, its my dream school but again considering my depressive episode from November to January I wasnt able to file my application on time. its a miracle that universities still accept late applications and im grateful for all that I have and received. If i could turn back time I wish I was a little bit stronger and more stable to have been able to apply for NYU, my common app essay about my favorite author was actually an alumni from NYU :")
but we carry the burdens of choice under the merits of luck; even with merit scholarships, I cant afford any of the international schools I was accepted to. more likely i'll have to attend the top university in my country. but i dont want to give up man i'll still try to appeal for financial aid and if that wont work I'll apply for transfer during my sophomore year to ivies and top LACs that give full financial aid to international transfers. the odds are low but never 0 and no harm in trying !! see you all again next year for my transfer results :]
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₊˚⊹♡.𖥔 ݁ Demographics
- Gender: Non-Binary
- Race/Ethnicity: Filipino
- Residence: Philippines (international applicant)
- Hooks (Recruited Athlete, URM, First-Gen, Geographic, Legacy, etc.): N/A
- High School: Religious private school that isnt the most competitive or well-known in the country but pretty alright.
- Income Bracket: 35k (considered middle class in the Philippines, my father is the sole breadwinner working as a lawyer and I have 2 more siblings who are still studying in private schools)
- EFC: 2k to 3k USD (i needed aid from every school)
₊˚⊹♡.𖥔 ݁Academics
- GPA: 3.9 for Freshman/Sophomore/Senior year, 3.6 for Junior year
- of Honors/AP/IB/Dual Enrollment/etc.: NONE, my school offered AP classes but I couldnt afford them
- Senior Year Course Load: Mostly humanities and social science classes, I did not have any science or math classes in my coursework.
- SAT/ACT: Went test optional but I took it once and got a 1230 (LOW AS HELL BYE)
- ENGLISH TEST: Took the Duolingo Test and got 155
i didnt plan my extracurriculars in high school i sure did a lot and most of them were scattered out HAHA. jack of all trades, master of none moments. i tried to include mostly my media and writing related activities. aside from the ones i listed on my common app, i was immersed in a lot of social justice and political advocacy works + other sports :)
- Elections Project - assistant project head of a city wide youth elections project where we conducted mock elections, podcast interviews with politicians, and daily news coverage of the national 2022 elections.
- National Newspaper - writer contributor of a political editorial article to a national newspaper
- School Play on Social Justice - wrote and directed a play that tackled social justice issues in the country, I was the overall head of the class project and the play had runs with audience members from invited schools
- Student Council - was the student body vice president (junior year) and student body president (senior year), I was the main organizer of projects and events such as the annual school carnival, christmas fundraiser, student assistance programs, family day activities, etc.
- School Newspaper - was the news and sports editor of the school newspaper for 3 years, i also competed in journalism competitions as the representative of my school paper
- Dance Varsity - was part of the hiphop dance varsity team of my school for 4 years, we won in many national competitions
- Photography Business - owned a mini-photography business for 2 years at which I was mostly working on freelance photo editing
- International Screenwriting Competition - won 3rd place in two screenwriting competitions during my junior year
- Elderly Volunteer Organization - was part of an organization that conducted monthly outreach programs to the elderly, I served as the treasurer of the organization for 2 years
- Tutor Services - worked as a tutor of an organization that offered free onsite tutor services to elementary children, i tutored language (Eng and Fil) subjects
- Academic Honors 9th-12th Grade
- Leadership Recognition 9th-12th Grade
- Community Service Recognition 9th-12th Grade
- Awards for Journalism Competitions
- Awards for Screenwriting Competitions
- Common App Essay - went with prompt 3, wrote about my favorite author and how my reading habits mirrored my flaws in handling everyday life. 8/10 could have been more fleshed out and i crammed it first week of Jan.
- Supplementals - yeah I just copy and pasted a lot of these from my supplemental essays to other schools. 7/10 to 8/10
- Media Studies Teacher - 10/10
- English and Literature Teacher - 8/10
₊˚⊹♡.𖥔 ݁ I*nterviews *- I got none and I was too busy to go for optional interviews. I really did not display any demonstrated interest.
₊˚⊹♡.𖥔 ݁ D*ecisions * (ALL REGULAR DECISION, actually I filed my international applications late like 2-3 weeks after the deadlines because I was in a depressive episode last January)
ACCEPTANCES
- UPD, UST, ADMU, DLSU (Top 4 universities in the Philippines)
- University of Denver - Dean Scholar (29k) + International Diversity Award (11k)
- Brandeis University - Presidential Scholarship (15k)
- Syracuse University - Dean Scholarship (10k)
- Marquette University - Pere Marquette Scholarship (29k)
- Hofstra University - Presidential Scholarship (29k)
- Drexel University
- Rutgers New-Brunswick
- University of Maryland
- University of Massachusetts Amherst
- PennState
- Wake Forest University
- Franklin & Marshall College
- Kenyon College
- Sewanee College
well that was krazy HAHA. ik many people here showcase ivies and T20s and im not that remarkable with my t40s to t100s but i'd like to think its not that shabby for an unknown international from a third world country. my biggest regret is not applying for NYU, its my dream school but again considering my depressive episode from November to January I wasnt able to file my application on time. its a miracle that universities still accept late applications and im grateful for all that I have and received. If i could turn back time I wish I was a little bit stronger and more stable to have been able to apply for NYU, my common app essay about my favorite author was actually an alumni from NYU :")
but we carry the burdens of choice under the merits of luck; even with merit scholarships, I cant afford any of the international schools I was accepted to. more likely i'll have to attend the top university in my country. but i dont want to give up man i'll still try to appeal for financial aid and if that wont work I'll apply for transfer during my sophomore year to ivies and top LACs that give full financial aid to international transfers. the odds are low but never 0 and no harm in trying !! see you all again next year for my transfer results :]
2024.05.19 06:41 albert1165 Only 5% of Vietnamese people know the truth about Vinfast ...
due to Vuong Pham's complete control of the Vietnamese media. He censored all the bad news so what appear to the clueless general Vietnamese public is a shinny VF3 and other Vinfast cars as if they are normal cars from a normal car company. Not.
Here are the list of things Vuong Pham censored in Vietnam i.e. no official media is reporting these newsworthy facts and truth:
1/ Vinfast is not a normal car company: it is a company teetering on the verge of bankruptcy with an astronomical debt, $9.3B total and $5.8 short term, huge yearly loss of $2.4B, and only miminal real sale (about $450M in 2023) where 80% of total sale are stuffing to GSM.
2/ Vinfast cars are not normal. They are very buggy with 15 cases of VF8 with broken front wheels. With the low number of cars on the road, the rate is very high, highest among all car brands.
3/ Numerous battery dead problems.
4/ The news of the Pleasanton crash killing 4 people in a burning VF8.
5/ The real world's range of VF3 is only about 120-140km, where the fake range 210 is the unrealistic NEDC standard.
6/ The news of Vinfast did not pay rent to Stanford Mall for a year.
7/ The news of the two ongoing lawsuits: class action lawsuit and the steel lawsuit.
8/ Vuong Pham sold cars in Vietnam at a much higher price than in oversea market, despite only 3% special tax and no import tax for full cars (only minor tax for parts), effectively milking Vietnamese to subsidize oversea customers.
Vuong Pham is all out attack with a media blizt on the VF3 right now and is pumping stock VFS / VIC / VHM full force, hoping that the Vietnamese public is still under his spell due to complete media control that no bad truth can reach the public. North Korean style. The tiny VF3 brouhaha is his last attempt, the swan song of Vuong Pham. News about new plant in Indonesia, expansion to Malaysia, the Phillipines etc... will continue to churn out to keep the media from being dried, but of course, with no substance because Vuong Pham does not have the money and the cars are not competitive anywhere else.
Well, many of these Vietnamese people are just clueless, not their fault but due to Vuong Pham's censorship, and the number of people who buy a Vinfast car will be much less if they know the truth, that Vinfast is a technically bankrupt company selling a buggy car.
Poor Vietnamese living in a communist country with propaganda and censorship.
Well, in this sub, we know the truth, a tiny population of only about 3900 people vs 100M Vietnamese + 400M American out there.
Good to know the truth.
Mean while, time will do their force when it is due: Vinfast will crumble under the weight of ever increasing debts and loss.
Just a matter of time.
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Here are the list of things Vuong Pham censored in Vietnam i.e. no official media is reporting these newsworthy facts and truth:
1/ Vinfast is not a normal car company: it is a company teetering on the verge of bankruptcy with an astronomical debt, $9.3B total and $5.8 short term, huge yearly loss of $2.4B, and only miminal real sale (about $450M in 2023) where 80% of total sale are stuffing to GSM.
2/ Vinfast cars are not normal. They are very buggy with 15 cases of VF8 with broken front wheels. With the low number of cars on the road, the rate is very high, highest among all car brands.
3/ Numerous battery dead problems.
4/ The news of the Pleasanton crash killing 4 people in a burning VF8.
5/ The real world's range of VF3 is only about 120-140km, where the fake range 210 is the unrealistic NEDC standard.
6/ The news of Vinfast did not pay rent to Stanford Mall for a year.
7/ The news of the two ongoing lawsuits: class action lawsuit and the steel lawsuit.
8/ Vuong Pham sold cars in Vietnam at a much higher price than in oversea market, despite only 3% special tax and no import tax for full cars (only minor tax for parts), effectively milking Vietnamese to subsidize oversea customers.
Vuong Pham is all out attack with a media blizt on the VF3 right now and is pumping stock VFS / VIC / VHM full force, hoping that the Vietnamese public is still under his spell due to complete media control that no bad truth can reach the public. North Korean style. The tiny VF3 brouhaha is his last attempt, the swan song of Vuong Pham. News about new plant in Indonesia, expansion to Malaysia, the Phillipines etc... will continue to churn out to keep the media from being dried, but of course, with no substance because Vuong Pham does not have the money and the cars are not competitive anywhere else.
Well, many of these Vietnamese people are just clueless, not their fault but due to Vuong Pham's censorship, and the number of people who buy a Vinfast car will be much less if they know the truth, that Vinfast is a technically bankrupt company selling a buggy car.
Poor Vietnamese living in a communist country with propaganda and censorship.
Well, in this sub, we know the truth, a tiny population of only about 3900 people vs 100M Vietnamese + 400M American out there.
Good to know the truth.
Mean while, time will do their force when it is due: Vinfast will crumble under the weight of ever increasing debts and loss.
Just a matter of time.
2024.05.19 06:40 A2C-Throwaway9805 Help Me Love MIT
Throwaway for anonymity reasons. Inspired by another post here about UIUC. To preface, this will be a rant style post, and I understand that I'm extremely privileged to be even in a position to attend MIT. And no, it's not a shit post, I am fairly ambivalent about attending MIT.
For context, MIT was my early action application school, and I was also admitted to Stanford RD and Harvard RD. Ended up picking MIT because, at the time, it was the smartest decision financially (2/5 the price of Harvard but around the same price as Stanford) and academically (I'm very interested in majoring in applied math, computer science, and/or bioengineering).
It's just that I'm getting significant buyers remorse right now. I just feel an immense sense of FOMO in that I'll miss out on all of Stanford's big tech/entrepreneurial connections and Harvard's "prestige," (and I say that coming from an immigrant family with parents who barely speak English but very much knows where Harvard is).
All my cross admit friends are mainly choosing Harvard, with some choosing Stanford, and practically none choosing MIT. Most cite reasons of "depression" and "rigorous course load" as their reason to avoid MIT, and I really thought I could handle it. But after talking to some students post-decision day, it seems that the cold weather and crazy difficult course load is killing a lot of students, and they don't seem to enjoy their college experience? I want to be able to do things outside the academics of a college, and looking back, it seems like I choose VERY wrong by committing to MIT. It's gotten to the point where I loath having to tell friends and family where I'm attending because of the (often lighthearted) comments about how I'm going to die at MIT from the rigor.
Now, Stanford offered me an extension until the end of next week, and I'm getting an itchy finger to decommit from MIT and commit to Stanford. Harvard offered no extension for me. Otherwise, I'm already stressing about my resume in the event that I think I might need to have a good transfer application. It feels like freshman year high school all over again.
But I really don't want to transfer. I want to find some sort of angle that'll make me actually love MIT, and honestly I might need to just attend in the fall to love it.
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For context, MIT was my early action application school, and I was also admitted to Stanford RD and Harvard RD. Ended up picking MIT because, at the time, it was the smartest decision financially (2/5 the price of Harvard but around the same price as Stanford) and academically (I'm very interested in majoring in applied math, computer science, and/or bioengineering).
It's just that I'm getting significant buyers remorse right now. I just feel an immense sense of FOMO in that I'll miss out on all of Stanford's big tech/entrepreneurial connections and Harvard's "prestige," (and I say that coming from an immigrant family with parents who barely speak English but very much knows where Harvard is).
All my cross admit friends are mainly choosing Harvard, with some choosing Stanford, and practically none choosing MIT. Most cite reasons of "depression" and "rigorous course load" as their reason to avoid MIT, and I really thought I could handle it. But after talking to some students post-decision day, it seems that the cold weather and crazy difficult course load is killing a lot of students, and they don't seem to enjoy their college experience? I want to be able to do things outside the academics of a college, and looking back, it seems like I choose VERY wrong by committing to MIT. It's gotten to the point where I loath having to tell friends and family where I'm attending because of the (often lighthearted) comments about how I'm going to die at MIT from the rigor.
Now, Stanford offered me an extension until the end of next week, and I'm getting an itchy finger to decommit from MIT and commit to Stanford. Harvard offered no extension for me. Otherwise, I'm already stressing about my resume in the event that I think I might need to have a good transfer application. It feels like freshman year high school all over again.
But I really don't want to transfer. I want to find some sort of angle that'll make me actually love MIT, and honestly I might need to just attend in the fall to love it.
2024.05.19 06:38 selenophile_16 How to advertise tutoring services
Hi, I'm a high school student looking to start tutoring chemistry to other high schoolers next school year. I really like chemistry, and I'm pretty good at it. I was the top student in my AP Chemistry class this year, so I'm confident that I'm qualified to informally tutor others.
There are a lot (150+) students in my school that take AP Chemistry every year, and even more that take introductory chemistry, so I do not think there will be any shortage of potential students. My only issue is figuring out how to advertise.
Since I'm a high schooler, I don't really have a lot of money to pour into those expensive local advertisement websites (Yelp, Nextdoor, etc.). I know that there are a lot of AP Chemistry prep books at my local library. This probably sounds stupid, but would it be illegal to stick a tutoring flyer to one of those books?
I don't have a lot of underclassmen friends or acquaintances, so I can't really directly ask people if they want tutoring/ask them to tell their friends about me.
Any other ideas on how to advertise?
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There are a lot (150+) students in my school that take AP Chemistry every year, and even more that take introductory chemistry, so I do not think there will be any shortage of potential students. My only issue is figuring out how to advertise.
Since I'm a high schooler, I don't really have a lot of money to pour into those expensive local advertisement websites (Yelp, Nextdoor, etc.). I know that there are a lot of AP Chemistry prep books at my local library. This probably sounds stupid, but would it be illegal to stick a tutoring flyer to one of those books?
I don't have a lot of underclassmen friends or acquaintances, so I can't really directly ask people if they want tutoring/ask them to tell their friends about me.
Any other ideas on how to advertise?
2024.05.19 06:36 Wild-Tomato-1597 Dealing with Jealousy and Competition Among High School Friends
Hey everyone,I'm reaching out because I'm struggling with a situation with my high school friends, and I could really use some advice or insight from those who might have experienced something similar.
So here's the deal: I have a group of friends who, to put it bluntly, seem to be competing with me behind my back, especially when it comes to academics. It's like a secret rivalry where they get jealous whenever I perform well in class. Sometimes, they even go as far as sabotaging my efforts by giving me incorrect answers during tests or intentionally misleading me when I ask for help. Despite my efforts to support them and maintain a positive friendship, it feels like they're constantly trying to one-up me.I've tried distancing myself from this toxic dynamic, but it's difficult because we're often assigned to sit together during class. Whenever I've attempted to step back from the friendship to focus on my own well-being, they've reacted with dramatic displays, accusing me of breaking the friendship and even resorting to tears and emotional manipulation to guilt me into staying. Honestly, it feels like a forced friendship at this point, and the jealousy and backstabbing continue to take a toll on me. Has anyone else dealt with a similar situation? How did you handle it? I'm open to any advice or suggestions on how to navigate this tricky dynamic without causing unnecessary drama.
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So here's the deal: I have a group of friends who, to put it bluntly, seem to be competing with me behind my back, especially when it comes to academics. It's like a secret rivalry where they get jealous whenever I perform well in class. Sometimes, they even go as far as sabotaging my efforts by giving me incorrect answers during tests or intentionally misleading me when I ask for help. Despite my efforts to support them and maintain a positive friendship, it feels like they're constantly trying to one-up me.I've tried distancing myself from this toxic dynamic, but it's difficult because we're often assigned to sit together during class. Whenever I've attempted to step back from the friendship to focus on my own well-being, they've reacted with dramatic displays, accusing me of breaking the friendship and even resorting to tears and emotional manipulation to guilt me into staying. Honestly, it feels like a forced friendship at this point, and the jealousy and backstabbing continue to take a toll on me. Has anyone else dealt with a similar situation? How did you handle it? I'm open to any advice or suggestions on how to navigate this tricky dynamic without causing unnecessary drama.
2024.05.19 06:36 EfficientTaro3393 Is it possible for me to transfer from CCC to UVA to Yale?
hello all!!
so let me cut to the chase. I had a good year hs freshman year (3.7 gpa) and an absolutely horrible sophomore year, (2.9? if im lucky.) due to health and mental health issues.
I am ahead in math and a few other requirements to graduate hs and i am planning to graduate my junior year (i could either take 1 english class to grad w my normal diploma or english, history, and science to get an advanced diploma)
I live in VA where i can attend cc and get a guaranteed transfer into uva (3.4 gpa w some other requirements) while uva is an amazing school and im extremely lucky to have such an awesome opportunity to attend there yale is my dream school.
is it possible for me to either;
a. transfer from cc to uva to yale OR b. transfer from cc to yale
TIA!!! :-)
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so let me cut to the chase. I had a good year hs freshman year (3.7 gpa) and an absolutely horrible sophomore year, (2.9? if im lucky.) due to health and mental health issues.
I am ahead in math and a few other requirements to graduate hs and i am planning to graduate my junior year (i could either take 1 english class to grad w my normal diploma or english, history, and science to get an advanced diploma)
I live in VA where i can attend cc and get a guaranteed transfer into uva (3.4 gpa w some other requirements) while uva is an amazing school and im extremely lucky to have such an awesome opportunity to attend there yale is my dream school.
is it possible for me to either;
a. transfer from cc to uva to yale OR b. transfer from cc to yale
TIA!!! :-)
2024.05.19 06:34 No-Daikon-9036 Am I too hopeful for med with a 3.0 gpa???
Pls pls help a girl out! Be brutally honest but don't squash my hopes and dreams🙏🏻
Becoming a doctor has been my dream for as long as I remember. But due to mental health issues I faced after covid, my gpa suffered tremendously in first and second year. And I know most schools drop worst year but even with that and a lot of hard work in 3rd and 4th year, I'm sitting at 3.0 (73%)
Majored in nutrition, I still have one more term (8 credits) left to graduate next year and I'm currently studying for my first try on the mcat. I'm hoping my score can boost my application but not sure how high I can score due to my extreme test anxiety.
I know I'm not hitting gpa cut offs so I'm thinking about doing a course- based masters. But the programs I'm sorta interested is research- based. Or do I do a complete 5th year and take random classes?? WHAT DO I DO? Should I completely give up on med??
Yours truly, a depressed pre-med
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Becoming a doctor has been my dream for as long as I remember. But due to mental health issues I faced after covid, my gpa suffered tremendously in first and second year. And I know most schools drop worst year but even with that and a lot of hard work in 3rd and 4th year, I'm sitting at 3.0 (73%)
Majored in nutrition, I still have one more term (8 credits) left to graduate next year and I'm currently studying for my first try on the mcat. I'm hoping my score can boost my application but not sure how high I can score due to my extreme test anxiety.
I know I'm not hitting gpa cut offs so I'm thinking about doing a course- based masters. But the programs I'm sorta interested is research- based. Or do I do a complete 5th year and take random classes?? WHAT DO I DO? Should I completely give up on med??
Yours truly, a depressed pre-med
2024.05.19 06:34 EfficientTaro3393 is it possible to transfer from CCC to UVA to Yale?
hello all!!
so let me cut to the chase. I had a good year freshman year (3.7 gpa) and an absolutely horrible sophomore year, (2.9? if im lucky.) due to health and mental health issues.
I am ahead in math and a few other requirements to graduate hs and i am planning to graduate my junior year (i could either take 1 english class to grad w my normal diploma or english, history, and science to get an advanced diploma)
I live in VA where i can attend cc and get a guaranteed transfer into uva. while uva is an amazing school and im extremely lucky to have such an awesome opportunity to attend there yale is my dream school.
is it possible for me to either;
a. transfer from cc to uva to yale OR b. transfer from cc to yale
TIA!!! :-)
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so let me cut to the chase. I had a good year freshman year (3.7 gpa) and an absolutely horrible sophomore year, (2.9? if im lucky.) due to health and mental health issues.
I am ahead in math and a few other requirements to graduate hs and i am planning to graduate my junior year (i could either take 1 english class to grad w my normal diploma or english, history, and science to get an advanced diploma)
I live in VA where i can attend cc and get a guaranteed transfer into uva. while uva is an amazing school and im extremely lucky to have such an awesome opportunity to attend there yale is my dream school.
is it possible for me to either;
a. transfer from cc to uva to yale OR b. transfer from cc to yale
TIA!!! :-)
2024.05.19 06:33 Fit-Bat244 What kind of laptop should I buy for school/work use?
Hi everyone, I'm a high school student and I need a laptop to take some online classes. I'm thinking about buying it on Amazon or Walmart and my budget is around $200-$250 USD or less.
Here's what I'm looking for:
Primary Use: Schoolwork, creating documents, editing pictures, and reproducing videos. Not a gamer, but I do like to play games occasionally (not a priority).
Performance: Something decently fast for multitasking.
User Interface: Easy to use or at least understandable.
Compatibility: Must be compatible with Android apps.
Ports: At least 2 USB ports.Battery Life: Should last at least 8-9 hours.Storage: Preferably 64GB or more.
Camera: A decent camera for live-online classes.
Additional Features: A variety of tools available would be a bonus.
Work and development are my priorities, but a laptop that can handle light gaming would be nice.
Can anyone give me some advice on what to buy? Thanks in advance for your help!
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Here's what I'm looking for:
Primary Use: Schoolwork, creating documents, editing pictures, and reproducing videos. Not a gamer, but I do like to play games occasionally (not a priority).
Performance: Something decently fast for multitasking.
User Interface: Easy to use or at least understandable.
Compatibility: Must be compatible with Android apps.
Ports: At least 2 USB ports.Battery Life: Should last at least 8-9 hours.Storage: Preferably 64GB or more.
Camera: A decent camera for live-online classes.
Additional Features: A variety of tools available would be a bonus.
Work and development are my priorities, but a laptop that can handle light gaming would be nice.
Can anyone give me some advice on what to buy? Thanks in advance for your help!
2024.05.19 06:32 Impressive_Tea_9085 What would you do? Buy or no?
My partner and I (late 20’s) currently live in townhome we own and purchased before covid. We were able to refinance during low interest rates and have a 3% interest rate, however we do have a high HOA. We currently pay $1300 in mortgage and $350 HOA per month.
We have gained about $150k in equity for townhome but our HOA has been known to randomly raise costs significantly in a short amount of time.
We live in an area where land is sparse and the population is growing significantly. There is very little land left in our county and costs are continuing to rise.
My question is, should we sell and purchase a larger home? We eventually want to start a family and live near our current location but there is not a lot of options and worried of being “house poor”. However, our current home is very small.
My partner and I make 120k before taxes and have $0 debt aside from our current mortgage. We put 15% into 401k and both cars are paid off. We spend $400 in insurance, phones, and subscriptions per month.
Should we stay where we currently are and risk the HOA increasing? Or should we purchase a new home and avoid the possibility of prices increasing?
A single family home starts at about $550k now in our county and has good schools so we wouldn’t need to move if we have kids. The costs in 2020 and before for the same home were around $300k but have only gone up. Thank for the advice in advance.
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We have gained about $150k in equity for townhome but our HOA has been known to randomly raise costs significantly in a short amount of time.
We live in an area where land is sparse and the population is growing significantly. There is very little land left in our county and costs are continuing to rise.
My question is, should we sell and purchase a larger home? We eventually want to start a family and live near our current location but there is not a lot of options and worried of being “house poor”. However, our current home is very small.
My partner and I make 120k before taxes and have $0 debt aside from our current mortgage. We put 15% into 401k and both cars are paid off. We spend $400 in insurance, phones, and subscriptions per month.
Should we stay where we currently are and risk the HOA increasing? Or should we purchase a new home and avoid the possibility of prices increasing?
A single family home starts at about $550k now in our county and has good schools so we wouldn’t need to move if we have kids. The costs in 2020 and before for the same home were around $300k but have only gone up. Thank for the advice in advance.