These are probably the weakest part of my setup. For context I’ve been sim racing since last October.
I’m improving all the time, getting better each week. I’m due to do my LFM licence on ACC soon as I can do 80% of the tracks within the requested qualifying times.
One thing that really helped my lap times was learning how to trail brake. It massively helped me go from 10 seconds off pace to around 4 seconds off pace now.
Was a total noob too so didn’t realise that driving with stability control was hurting my lap times. Been driving with this turned off for about a month and no longer spin the car.
Also, reduced my TC down to 4 from about 6 so making gradual tweaks to increase my lap times. So on the whole I’m improving all the time but can’t help wondering if I’ve reached the limit due to limitations of my pedals.
I’ve read people online saying they’ve shaved seconds off their lap times by upgrading from CSL load cell pedals to VRS or sprints.
If I could guarantee the quick gains I’d upgrade right away but wondering if there are any sim racers out there getting really quick times with the CSL load cells?

I accidentally booked the wrong date for my Underground tickets and want to cancel / refund. Is that possible? Website is no help

How do I 42/M let go of her 43/F?
The title basically says it all. A few years ago my life kind of got all twisted around. First my near 20 year marriage ended. My ex cheated on me and I ended things. It was a difficult period and I was helped through it by my best friend and Coworker.
My friend, Hanna, and I met at work. We became fast friends and almost inseparable. I was a guest at her wedding, and a friend of her family as well. Her and her husband had an open marriage and a few months after my divorce we started dating (this was a mistake).
We quickly became almost inseparable, she spent more time with me than she did her husband, coming to my place after work and we usually spent at least one day on the weekend together. Per the rules of her marriage there were no overnights.
I tried to be friends with her husband but we had nothing in common except for both falling for Hanna. The first year of our relationship was great. It was the second year that went wonky.
I didn't know it but after the first year of us being together her husband wanted to close the relationship. She told him okay but never mentioned it to me. Since I didn't really talk to her husband I had no idea. The only difference I noticed was that she started talking about leaving her husband.
Anyway, long story short. Her and her husband went to couples therapy and she decided to stay with him. She claim clean to him about our continued relationship. He obviously wanted it to end, made her find a new job and completely cut contact with me. I found all of this out when she ended things with me.
That was about three years ago. I haven't talked to her since her last day at work. I miss her terribly. Losing her hurt me more than my marriage ending did. I've done therapy, I've dated other people, I've done everything I can to get over her but nothing seems to work.
I know what I did was wrong. I know she cheated on her husband with me and that means she likely would have eventually cheated on me as well. I know our relationship was probably doomed from the start. I hate that she made me an affair partner. I hate the pain that I'm sure her husband went through because I know that pain first hand... but given the chance I think I'd probably still take her back.
So, how do you get over someone that meant everything to you? How do stop thinking about them? Stop getting a flutter whenever you see their name? Therapy stopped me from wanting to self destructive. I want to let go over her and move on, sometimes I feel like I have gotten better but then she pops back in my mind. How do I move on?

Okay so I've never been to a splash pad or really ever liked pools/beaches/water features growing up so I have an embarrassing knowledge gap here. My moms group is excitedly planning regular splash pad dates and the whole thing fills me with anxiety. Can someone please give me a rundown of what to expect, what to wear, what to pack, etc.? For both me and my toddler?
I have a swim shirt and bottoms for toddler. Do I need a hat? Sunscreen? Is normal sunscreen okay in the water? What about shoes? Should I get swim gear for myself? I bought swim diapers so I think we're covered there, at least. Do I need to bring water toys? How do I get a wet toddler home without ruining a carseat? How deep is a splash pad? Do I need to worry about whether the facilities have a lifeguard on duty?
Thank you in advance for the help!

Hey y’all,
I was curious what this demographic thinks. The main subreddits for relationship advice are pretty filled with weirdos who aren’t in successful relationships
So basically, I called my date tonight, and we ended up talking about ground rules for relationships. It was on the whole a pretty mature and productive conversation, but I feel like the next one should be a little more relaxed and/or soft. I tend to ask a lot of (sometimes harsh) questions and I know my tone can be a little harsh and overly judgmental
But yeah we basically talked through what we can NEVER do in the relationship, and also guidelines for what we PREFER the other person do in the relationship. Afterwards, I encouraged her to go keep having fun with her friends and wrote a few more rules and guidelines down myself. But something about it all feels a little too… robotic? Anxious? Overly planning and inflexible? Impractical? It’s like, obviously I’ve been in relationships before, and I’m aware that when I get really angry or tired or stressed, I tend to go off the rails. I know writing all this down isn’t gonna keep us from fighting, and I know neither of us is gonna be able to perfectly follow the guidelines or even (maybe) the hardcore rules all the time.
But somehow I feel like it helps to write them all down and try to have another conversation with her about this so we can be good together.
I did want to lay down some ground rules. I usually like rules and clear communication. I like her a lot! And we both want this relationship to succeed.
How could I have had this expectations conversation in a softer, better way?
I probably shouldn’t have grilled her so hard. Hopefully it’s just a thing we argue about / discuss at a later date
I feel like the tone was also too severe and I generally shouldn’t ask so many questions, get so personal, etc. She took it pretty well, considering this is her first real relationship and the questions this process raised were hard on both of us.
Any questions about how the rest of it went are more than welcome. I am trying to protect my and her anonymity. I know she likes Reddit and that is awesome, but obviously I don’t want this to affect our relationship or her reputation. We both like each other a lot, and things are going well, and I really don’t wanna screw this up
Obviously I have to not worry so much about everything, too. That definitely (can) cause issues
Thanks, Tall From Texas

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So as the title says I am needing help getting the smell of dog urine out of my carpet. Removing the carpet is not an option. I have tried baking soda and it helped some but the smell still lingers. Can someone point me in the direction of a product that actually truly gets the urine smell out of carpets? I was looking on Amazon and saw 3 different products reviewed by the same user name on the same date and it was a glowing review which makes me think it’s a paid review. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

My boyfriend and I have been dating for two months, and I've had three emotional breakdowns in front of him.
He's my first real boyfriend, and I've had terrible past experiences. I’ve struggled with self-esteem due to bullying and my parents' constant fighting and abuse. I was poor, shared a small room with my brother, and my parents often hit and insulted me.
I grew up trying to please my parents, feeling my opinions were selfish. I have difficulty opening up, lack interests, and often feel detached from reality. I have horrible communication and cry over small things.
I really like my boyfriend, so I’d sneak out to stay over at his place. One day, I had to cancel plans because my father found out, triggering my trauma. My boyfriend was upset, and I ended up crying. I told him everything, and he apologized and said he understood.
Another time, we watched a show about child abuse, and I had a breakdown when my father messaged me. Recently, at a party, I drank too much out of anxiety and had another breakdown. My boyfriend reassured me, saying it was okay.
He always makes me feel good and says I help him with his issues, but I think he deserves better. He said that he really appreciates the things I do but I feel like what I’m doing for him is just the basics, I always Uber to his place since my parents won’t allow me to bring him over and he lives like an hour away. And I always visit him at work when he forgets his lunch. I’m working with a therapist, but I feel like he deserves someone who doesn’t break down all the time.

Partner and I feel like making a list and checking it off. Wondered if folk here could suggest some unique ideas of things that can be done around AKL? Ie...
A - axe throwing
B - basement theatre
C - clay classes

I (F20) have a crush on a classmate (M19), we go to school in IA and its complicated. I've learned that ADHD impacts my dating significantly with emotional dysfunction mostly as well as issues communicating. The schoolyear has ended, and we haven't spoken in about a week. Our last convo, I left him on opened... He gave me a somewhat short response that could've been summed up with "yeah", I didn't have anything to work with further so I just left him on read bc I hate feeling like someone is just letting me talk and that a conversation is one-sided (it happened a few times).
I'm wondering if I should reach out to contact him, bc I don't want him to think that I was just using him for help on homework, or think that I'm uninterested. I'm not sure how to handle this bc everyone has input on what to do and I think they all must have some reason to them but some also have 100s of comments saying that these pieces of advice are awful. Some say that if he's not texting you daily, he's uniterested. However, it would also make sense that he doesn't want to reach out bc he feels burned, or bc we're also going to two different universities, and that we're both in different cities since school's out or that we both lack time. It just seems very difficult, but what good thing is easy?
I keep thinking about him, and how he'd talk to me for hours explaining class topics even though he hates that class, or how a smile immediately went onto his face when I spoke to him. He never confessed to liking me, but I believe he does. I want to reach out-bc you should always try-and say something like "how are you" but I am nervous that I do reach out and he doesn't answer or that he just says "good" and I feel like an idiot, and think he is making fun of me. He doesn't seem like the type to make fun of me for wearing my heart on my sleeve, and he did tell me that he thought that I was smart. That compliment was dampened when I heard these promiscuous rumors about him, that shocked me bc he never seemed like he was that type.
Additionally, I keep/kept receiving signs pointing to him. His name just keeps appearing all over, as well as seeing things around town like seeing an advertisement for his old team in the checkout aisle. There's a million other examples, I feel like some of this must be fate. I believe that people can change as well. I also heard that he may have a girlfriend but I'm 90% that they've been done for a minuteee. The things said about him, contradict the things I believed about him. I also have picked bad guys in the past so that's why I'm questioning myself. I'm just feeling very conflicted right now, and I could use input. So please share any advice.

I Accepted a Job to Film on the Dark Web
Man, I am pumped to tell you chronically online content addicts my story. Wait is that too mean of an intro? Will this get taken down for harassment since I painted too accurate a picture of the people on this site? Sorry, everyone, I’m sure you all smell like an expensive bakery and have touched grass this morning. Anyway, I promise I have something interesting. It even involves the dark web you uncreative writers cream yourselves over! I mean, totally real people speaking about their strangely similar experiences. Okay, fine I’ll stop bullying you through the screen before you click off.
This all started when I was seven years old and my parents were killed in front of me in an anti-indigenous hate crime, but let's be real you don’t care. I’m just some annoying Cherokee kid with dead parents so I’ll skip to the good parts. I spent years in an orphanage, gradually becoming more interested in death and violence. As bad as it is, I went out of my way to expose myself to that content in the hopes of desensitizing myself. Which ended up working too well, since now I’m obsessed with causing and viewing pain, though I don’t find any joy in hurting myself.
I got adopted at twelve and after a few months of staying at my new family’s home on the reservation, I went with them to a state sweatier than the average Reddit user, California. Long story short, both of my caretakers, whom I referred to as Uncle and Auntie because they could never be my parents, died. Leaving me in the care of their older son, who I call cousin. I’m not stupid enough to give up any real names, so I’ll call him Brick, cause he’s as dumb as one. He was in his early 20s when he was tasked with taking care of me and is the world’s worst excuse for a babysitter.
I’m almost always alone at the apartment, with him only coming by to drop off supplies and stay for a few hours so the neighbors don’t get too worried. Unless I get in trouble at school, then he’d suddenly give a shit. It's useful because he doesn't about the gory stuff I look at, but some display of interest would be nice. Oh well, ninety percent of the population sucks so he’s just part of the majority. Now, with that said, you’ll be able to understand the perfect storm that led me here. During my time on the deep web, I found a particular website that caught my eye. They had new footage relatively consistently and they were the easiest for me to access since I didn't go too far into the dark web, especially with all the honey pots lying around.
I even bought a couple of files for myself to study and admire. One thing irritated me though, the cameraman. He was always sobbing, breathing, shaking, or some combination of those. It seriously killed the vibe of the killings. Something I commented on under many videos, often saying I would do a better job filming. A choice that in hindsight was me asking to end up in one of those recordings. I didn't think anything of it at the time. I was mostly the only one who commented but I was sure they wouldn't care. I was embarrassingly wrong.
I was staying up like usual, but it was past one AM on a school night, and back then that was a lot so I tried to sleep. Closing my eyes, tossing and turning, the works. I had just started drifting off when I heard the front door open. I remained calm but immediately found it weird since Brick never showed up this late. The thuds of the individual's feet grew louder as they got closer to my bedroom. I tried to convince myself it wasn't a stranger, especially since they got in with ease, but I knew that was wishful thinking.
They hummed as they opened my door. My dumbass had left it unlocked. I remained on my side, trying to look like I was asleep. They turned on the flashlight of their phone, shining it in my face. It was hard but I stayed still while they traced it over my features. I could tell they were smiling as they clicked their tongue.
“Heh, I knew it was a brat,” they whispered to themselves, pulling tangles out of my hair. Something I struggled not to groan from. They pulled up the hair over my ear and got so close spit got on my ear lobe.
“I know you’re awake kid,” they murmured, putting a blade to my neck. I let them grab my shoulder and move me onto my back, I knew how to fight but I wasn't about to take that big a risk with the position they had me in.
“You think you’re so cool saying you can do better than our guy.” they snickered, kneeling, their flashlight still shining in my face.
“Do you seriously believe that?” they questioned, moving the light away.
“Yeah, I do.” I stood my ground, they might have been intimidating but I wasn't gonna let that stop me from being honest.
“I wouldn't sound like I’m gonna piss myself every time it gets gory. I’m confident I could get better footage too, getting up close is something I’ve fantasized about.”
They clicked their tongue again and ran their finger over the bridge of my nose.
”Well, I know you’re a big fan of what we do, and you’re confidence makes me think you got something to back those claims up, so how’d you like a deal?”
I was surprised by how civil they were being aside from the touching and weapon against my throat.
“What kind of deal?” I asked, for all I knew this guy wanted me to lick their feet or some weird shit like that. They placed a finger underneath my eye, tracing a half moon with their nail.
“You have till this Friday to film a video of you killing an animal and put it on a flash drive that I’ll pick up here. If it impresses me and the crew we’ll hire ya with a handsome salary.” They began, moving their hand down to my cheek.
“But if you don't show, or it doesn't meet our standards, then I’m fucking up one of the parts of your face.” They warned, pinching my skin harshly.
“And if I say no to this deal?”
They put their hand over my mouth, scratching my lips.
“That’s cute, if you say no I’ll just slit your throat.” they grinned.
“Or rip it open with my teeth if you got a preference,” they smirked, before running their tongue across their sharp teeth.
“Okay, since I have no choice I’ll go with it, but I’m telling you now I can give you something way better than what you likely expect of me.” I prefaced, looking into their sunken eyes. They scratched my scalp, including the side of my head that was shaved.
“Good choice, I’ll be back to pick it up and if you're not here I’ll assume you don’t have the video. I genuinely wish you luck, because you’ll need it.” they removed the blade from my neck and walked away. I sat still for a few minutes in the dark, processing what had happened and wondering how they got into my apartment with such ease. I was confident I could blow their sniveling excuse of a cameraman out of the water, but I was worried about the people I was getting caught up with.
Sure, I had been on a lot of gore sites over the years but I was always just watching and occasionally commenting. Compared to most in the scene I wasn't much of a threat. I could defend myself and have contemplated killing for years but I hadn't murdered anyone or worse. Plus, I am part of way too many targeted groups to not be constantly at risk. Teenage, fem-leaning, two-spirit, indigenous kid with trauma? Yeah, I might as well be walking sign screaming “Hate crime me”.
So yeah, there was a lot to worry about. Regardless, I couldn't let that fear hold me back. I had a job to do and a group of sickos to appease. The next morning was rough, I got no sleep cause I’d spent all night brainstorming. I barely mustered the energy to change and drank straight mouthwash instead of brushing my teeth. Slogging onto the bus with drool on my cheek, I went to the back like usual. No one sat there cause, the seats were extra worn down, and I scared off anyone who attempted to with my active, rabies-infected bitch face. That day was different though.
I blanked on his name and where I knew him from, but I recognized his wavy hair and prominent curved nose. He glanced at each seat on the bus, before somehow settling on my area. He tried to give me space but ultimately seated himself beside me after realizing it was the only spot that didn't look like it would give him cancer. I glared at him as I did with everyone, but it didn't phase him.
“You know you could pick anywhere else right?” I murmured. He stared at the floor, then at me.
“I’m aware, but a few months ago I started a mission to sit on every part of this bus, and this is the last place.” he smiled, his lips softly curving at the sides.
“What’s the point of that?”
His mouth moved into a more neutral position, but his eyes kept smiling.
“I just thought it would be neat to see the same place from a bunch of different perspectives.” he took out his phone and snapped a photo from the point of view where he was sitting. Maybe my sleepiness made my bitch face less effective, cause he hadn't shown a hint of fear, which kind of annoyed me.
“That’s cool I guess, but I wouldn't do that if I were you. I’ve done some back here alone that would make your skin crawl.” in hindsight my attempt at unnerving him just made me sound like a pervert, which is probably why he held back laughter. Trying to hide a chuckle by clearing his throat.
“Hey, it's not my business what you do, no matter how Haram it is. It’s your life so that’s between you and whatever you believe in. Just don’t shake hands with me.” he joked, playfully putting his hands up. Strangely, I remembered his name at that moment.
“Oh shit, you’re Abdul! We have art together.” I sat up, haphazardly slamming my hand down on my leg.
“Uh yeah, I’ve seen some of your paintings, they’re pretty cool. I like the way you texture them, I’m trying to work on that.” he complimented, seeming more weirded out by my sudden energy than my accidental insinuation. I felt a little stupid for yelling his name but decided not to dwell on it.
“Thanks, you’re stuff is nice, and you’re good at shading.”
He stretched his arms while thanking me. We talked for a few more minutes, taking jabs at each other throughout. Turns out he was better at being an asshole than his artsy charismatic appearance made me think. The thing setting our insults apart being that you could tell he was a loving person underneath. It was the nicest conversation I had with anyone in a while. Though he could tell I was tired so he quieted down, letting me sleep, waking me when we got to school. We went our separate ways until the last two periods we shared. All that time, I spent my remaining energy plotting how I was going to handle the video. What I’d kill, record with, and how to dispose of the evidence. It was a lot to consider, but through three classes I devised a plan.
I’d find a stray around my apartment complex and take it out in my room. Record it on a portable camera since I broke the ones on my phone, no, I will not be answering how that happened. Then once I had my footage I’d put the body in a trash bag, throw it in the complex’s garbage, and clean the blood off my floor. It didn't seem like Brick would come by so he wasn't a factor I thought I’d have to consider. The plan was almost too easy, but I decided to believe in Occam’s razor. I got so lost in thought that by the time I reached Art, which was my second-to-last period, I didn't process that we were moving seats.
“She called your name,” Abdul reminded me. Our teacher placed us next to each other at our four-person table. The two girls sitting with us were already friends, so I didn't bother to say anything, but I was interested in talking to him more.
“So, what do you think of this assignment?” He shrugged, taking out his sketchbook.
“I’m not that good at drawing people, but the idea of combining two people’s faces into a portrait seems interesting. Any ideas on who you’ll pick?”
“Probably the members of the music duo Brain Tumor, they’re my favorite artists and they both look weird as hell.”
“Wow way to talk about your favorites, if that’s what you say about them I can‘t imagine what you have to say about me.” he joked, pulling up reference pictures.
“First, it’s not an insult, second I don’t have anything to say about you. Brain and Tumor have features and styles that make them stand out. Sure they’re ugly, but it just adds to their visual charm. Hot people are boring, there’s nothing to pick at.” I explained, unzipping my bag.
“Oh, so you’re saying you think I’m hot.”
His comment wasn’t serious but it kind of got to me.
“Shit, that’s not what I meant, I was trying to say you’re boring. All hot people are boring, but not all boring people are hot, okay?” I explained, flipping to a clean page.
“Alright, but if I’m so bland then why talk to me?”
I hesitated, contemplating how much of a dick I was gonna be.
“Because it means you probably need some spice in your life, which I can provide.”
He began sketching a head on his paper.
“I like spices, but I feel like you’re the kind of person to dump a cabinet’s worth onto me.”
I flicked my pencil over to his side of the desk, putting on a mocking grin.
“Aww, you scared I’m gonna get you into trouble?”
He picked up the pencil and started using it, putting his on my side.
“No, ‘cause I’m good at setting boundaries. I’m more concerned that you’ll get annoyed with how unafraid of you I am.”
I stared at him for a moment, I hadn't expected to hear that.
“Jeez, man you didn't have to read me like that.”
He shrugged, observing the red paint from past projects that lay on my pencil.
“It's not hard to figure out, just this morning you were trying to push me away on the bus. Lucky, or unlucky, for you I want you to have a friend and you seem like a fun person.”
“Wait are you saying I have no friends?” I squinted at him.
“Well, do you?”
I didn't answer.
“If your response is silence I suggest you take up my offer.”
I was stunned, to be honest. No one had offered to be my friend since 6th grade, and that didn't last long. Of course, I accepted it, but for the rest of the period, there was an awkwardness in my mind. As pathetic as it sounds I wasn't used to others genuinely enjoying my company like he did. Which was partly by design cause I get joy out of scaring people away, but still. I forgot how it felt to have conversations about normal things like art. He had such a nice smile too, usually when I see a grin I want to slap it off, but I liked his. His voice was also nice, it’s hard to describe what in particular but it was easy on the ears.
Okay, I’m starting to get off-topic. I’ll skip to the important part. Toward the end of class, he started talking about how he was interested in filmmaking and got a portable video camera as a gift at last year’s Eid. He didn't have it on him, but he showed me a picture.
“Heh, that’s funny, I bought the same one a month ago.” I pointed out.
“Yeah, it's a popular model, I’m still getting the hang of it though cause I’m so used to using my phone.”
“Well, maybe I could bring you over to my place or vice versa after school and I can help you out.” I suggested.
He smiled, putting his phone back in his pocket.
“I thought you said you’ve only had it for a month? You know I can always look up tutorials from trained professionals.” he reminded me with a notable smugness that I'd used with him before.
“Well those guys are stuffy and I’m a fast learner.”
He redirected his attention back to his page, picking his pencil up.
“Alright, I suggest we go somewhere public instead. You’re not exactly the kind of person I want to bring home to my parents right away. Plus they always need to meet my friends and their guardians before I hang out at their home.”
I gave an exaggerated sigh, stretching my back.
“Aw man, looks like we can’t get high in my murder pit during our first hangout.”
He didn't respond for a solid few seconds.
“Wait, you do know I'm joking right?”
He shrugged, the smile in his eyes appearing again.
“I mean, one of those things is a little less believable than the other.” he snickered, and I laughed with him.
We set up a time and a date, which is where I screwed myself. He ended up being busy with projects from his other classes and family which just left us with Friday, the same day I had to submit the video. Now, did I tell him I wouldn't be able to make it? No, of course not, because I decided to be stupid and even more overconfident. I said that I’d one hundred percent be able to hang out with him after school like I didn't have a mutilator who was going to drop by my place at an unknown time.
The rest of the day went over fine but that bad timing led me to feel like a dick later. When I got home I was able to write out my plan, even sketching a few specifics of what I’d do. It was more exciting than when I’d been brainstorming, but this is when the gravity of the situation began to set in. When I said I’d fantasized about killings I meant it. I mean my teddy with twenty-five stab wounds should say enough. Regardless this would be the first time real blood was on my hands.
It made me feel powerful, but a little afraid. I’ve heard stories of people thinking that it would be an awesome experience and then feeling like shit. I doubted I’d be one of those people but still. Plus, I didn't exactly trust the guy who gave me this job. There was a good chance that this whole situation was rigged and they’d kill me no matter how good the video was. Or worse turn me into the feds and expose my collection. Honestly, if that happened I’d probably eat a shot to avoid going to jail. Wait, can I say that on this platform? Okay to the mods, that was a joke, I want to live a long life. Ugh, I’m doing a terrible job of staying on track. The point is there was a lot up in the air despite it being a matter of life or death.
I knew I’d go through with it but it was still a lot less straightforward than it initially seemed. I wracked my brain to remember where most of the cats stayed and tried to come up with a good way to lure one without raising suspicion. This also proved harder than first thought because I didn't think to account for the cat man, an old guy who lived alone and fed all the cats in our dingy complex while also housing a few. Knowing how obsessive he was he’d probably notice if one of them disappeared. Then again not all the cats return consistently or at all. It makes more sense that he’d think one of them was run over rather than slaughtered. It was getting late again so I rested my head for a moment, a bad move cause I ended up falling asleep at my desk. Not even changing out of the clothes I’d worn before, I woke up late and barely caught the bus the next morning.
I went to my usual spot but Abdul had already taken it. He patted the area next to it, which he’d covered in a towel, a smart move knowing how nasty it was. People gave me a few dirty looks as normal, which I smiled at. I stretched, my mind slightly less out of it than the previous morning.
“Uh, you do realize that-”
“Yeah, I know I’m wearing the same clothes.”
Abdul looked me up and down, his eyes remaining soft, but with a mix of concern and judgment. He set his backpack down and took off his sweater handing it to me.
“Dude what are you-”
“Look I don't know what led to you not being able to change but I think you should at least have a fresh top.”
I was surprised he was offering me something to wear but I took it.
“Uh, thanks, I’ll change into it later.”
He nodded as I put it in my backpack.
“You know you didn't have to do that.” I reminded him.
“Well there’s a lot of stuff I don’t have to do, but I do it because I want to, and I wanted to help you out.”
He smiled, his face still warmer than an Arizona summer. I got a strange feeling in my chest at that moment, I still can’t tell if it was good or bad.
“Well, thanks, I'll give it back to you tomorrow.”
We talked a little more and he mentioned something that caught my attention.
“Have you heard about all the animals that have been turning up dead?”
My eyes widened with surprise.
“No, I haven't, when did you hear about that?”
He pulled on his long-sleeve shirt.
“My sister said her friend who works at a shelter noticed a bunch of animals were getting adopted by people around the same time, and since then gore videos with them have been showing up. She found out through her co-worker who was emailed it by some random creep.”
I covered my mouth and looked away to hide the smile growing on my face. He had just given me the perfect cover-up without knowing. Now if I killed an animal people had an entire violent ring to connect it to instead of me! I stayed quiet for a minute because I could tell he’d likely see through any phony sad sounds I made.
“Oh wow, that’s awful, do you think they’ll ever find out the people behind it?”
He sighed, running his hand through his wavy hair.
“I hope so, for now, all we can do is pray that no more animals get hurt.”
I couldn't contain my grin as he said that so sincerely like animals and people didn't die constantly and that taking down one group would somehow stop the issue.
“Is there some joke I don’t get?” he furrowed his brow.
“Uh, no, sorry I smile when nervous.”
His gaze softened again, and he didn't press further.
His bringing up the animal killings ended up being the exact push I needed to get my hands dirty. I’d spent the entire day before planning so it was time to put that plan into action. I stole some cat treats that the cat man had laid out and spread them around my apartment which was on the bottom floor. Waiting for one of them to take the bate outside my window was pretty boring but one of them came after a few minutes. A scraggly brown and black cat with a tuft of fur missing on one side of his head. It's messed up but I felt like a little less of an asshole for taking him in since he looked like he was already struggling. I scooped him up and he didn't attempt to fight back.
“Hey there buddy” I waved, feeding him some more food. His eyes had a lot of crust on them, it was kinda gross but I don’t have the right to say with how often I wash my jeans. After a minute or two he let me pet him. I knew making any kind of attachment was bad but I thought it was the right thing to do so he’d fall into a sense of security. I was just about to take him into my room when the door opened.
“Hey, I’m back with groceries!” my shithead cousin announced with two plastic bags in his hands. He looked down to see me with the cat, his eyebrows raising.
“Aw come on, you know we can’t afford a pet.”
He groaned placing the bags on a table and unloading them.
“I know, but he doesn't look like he’s got a lot of life in him I at least want to help him feel better before he kicks the bucket!”
Brick rolled his eyes, putting the cereal box on top of the fridge
“Jeez, did you even think about what diseases he might have? His eyes look puffy what if he has something that can get you sick?”
He had valid concerns which was surprising since he’s usually stupid, but I was still annoyed with him.
“I’m sure he’s fine, I’ll even try to wash him, just please let me hold onto him for a little.”
He folded his arms looking down at us.
“Have you even named him?”
I froze for a second, before using the first thing that came to mind, which ended up being pretty awful knowing my plans.
“Cash cow.” I blurted, awkwardly patting his head.
“Honestly that’s better than what I was expecting. I was sure you’d pick ‘Hellspawn Mcgee’ or something else corny.”
He meant to make fun of me but honestly, I would have named him that if I had more time.
“Ugh, anyway I got those dumb chips you like.”
He then pulled out a bag of the wrong chips.
“Dude those are the wrong ones, this is the third time you’ve mixed up the flavors.”
He threw them at me, scaring the cat slightly.
“Well, I pay for it so you shouldn't be so picky. Anyway, while I was in line I picked up something you might be into.”
He then tossed me a trashy teen magazine. One of my least favorite sorry excuses for an influencer on the cover.
“This is a joke, right?”
I couldn't believe my own adopted brother gave such little shit in my interests.
“I don't know, you decided to start being a girl for real this time so I thought the makeup tips on page ten would help you out.”
I scrunched my face at his comment.
“Dude I’ve been this way for years, just because I started wearing more makeup and dresses doesn't mean I’m more of a girl than when I didn't. I know you won’t get the two-spirit thing but come on.”
He shrugged, seeing me done with me even though he’d just shown up.
“Yeah well hey I’m trying. Anyway, just so you know a friend of mine is coming here Friday.”
My heart stopped.
“Wait why here? You live elsewhere why can’t you assholes go there or their place!”
He slammed his fist on the table.
“Will you shut the fuck up!”
He screamed with a phrase I’d grown numb to.
“I don't know, to be honest, something about wanting to move into this complex and this being a way to scout it out. I’m just letting you know now so you don’t act like a complete freak.”
“Jokes on you I’ll piss in whatever shitty beer you bring just cause you said that!”
I yelled back raising my voice higher than his. He face-palmed before putting the plastic bags in the drawer under the sink.
“Whatever, you and your ketamine-addict-looking cat have fun,” he told me while seating himself on the couch. I picked up the cat and walked into the bathroom to clean it. I closed the door and placed him in the dry tub. Using a small disposable mouthwash cup I got a little bit of water. I hadn't had a pet before so I wasn't sure how to approach the task. I dipped my fingers in the water and carefully pet it while pouring s small bit down his back. Any other cat would fight back but he just made pissed-off noises without doing anything.
I scrapped my old shampoo bottle and kneaded it into his thin fur. His skin was bumpy and dry beneath the hair so scrubbing it was uncomfortable. I made sure to avoid getting soap in its eyes but I did pull away some of the crust on its lids. His pupils were so clouded I was surprised that he could see at all, making me feel even more sure that he would be on its way out with or without me.
After drying him I set him on a beat-up shirt I wore when modifying clothes. He sunk his claws into it a few times, playing with a loose string. I ignored him for the rest of the night, hopping into the shower and changing for bed. His meows woke me up a few times but I tuned it out after a while, reminding myself that he wouldn’t be my cat for long.
The next day was Thursday and there wasn't a second that passed by where the weight of the murder I’d have to commit didn't weigh on me. I seriously shot myself in the foot by taking care of that scruffy, pubic hair pile. I was supposed to be hyped about killing it, after all, I’d dreamed and seen way worse than what I was going to do. Yet once I got home and started setting up I felt grosser with each step. I decided to record it in my bathroom instead of my bedroom so it would be harder to connect to me. I set down a few fabric scraps and a worn-out beach towel, placing it all inside a tub for easier cleanup later.
“Okay, I guess it's time,” I mumbled to myself. I brought the cat in and placed it down, setting up my camera once it was comfortable. I also wore my most generic clothes in addition to a mask, putting my hair in a bun for sanitation. When I saw the flicker of red showing that the camera was on I felt I was dreaming. I smiled, excited that I’d get to live out my violent desires. Yet, when I looked down at its pathetic frame and confused expression those urges left me.
I rationalized what I was doing, reminding myself how many animals die all the time and that I’d been forced into this, but it didn't help much in the end. I won’t get into it but under the pressure of impressing the group Cash Cow didn't go out as fast as I would have liked for a first task. Getting rid of the evidence was especially rough, the textures were pretty nasty, to put it mildly. It was surreal watching the blood go down the tub drain and gradually drip off my hands as I rinsed them. I couldn't conjure a single thought the entire time I cleaned it up.
Whether I was wringing out the clothes or putting the remains in plastic bags, it didn't matter. All I could focus on was the task at hand, with hints of disgust along the way. I ended up finishing at three AM. My hands were wrinkled and shook once I settled. I won’t deny that during the murder I didn't hate it. Slashing into something was fun and it made me feel strong. Still, it wasn't nearly as fulfilling as I expected it to be. Part of it was guilt, but it was mostly disappointment. I’d built it up for years and it wasn't earth shatteringly good or bad.
Overall, I expected to feel more, but it just left me hollow with an uncomfortable itch. There was no way I’d ever be able to see the tub the same way, hell I don’t think I’ll ever use it again. Luckily I almost always shower anyway so it's not too big of a deal. I watched a few horror game videos, trashed everything, changed and went to bed.
My scalp hurt like a bitch the morning since I kept my hair in that stupid bun. Despite getting less sleep than the past two days I held myself together a bit better in the morning. I brushed my teeth, changed, and had some fried bread before getting on the bus. Regardless I looked like complete shit and struggled to slump into my seat.
“Rough night?” Abdul asked
“Uh, yeah.” I quietly responded looking to the floor.
He frowned, looking at me with concern.
“You can talk about it if you're comfortable,” he assured me. I contemplated giving him a thinly veiled metaphor or vague explanation so he'd comfort me but stopped myself before my mouth could run a muck. He wouldn't be able to do much of anything and I don’t like opening up.
“Uhm, thanks but it's something I have to deal with alone.”
He nodded, respecting my boundaries.
“You know, I understand if you can’t hang out today it seems like you have a lot going on.”
I avoided eye contact with him as he spoke. For once I was feeling hints of guilt toward a person. I wanted to spend time with him, but I knew that I wasn't in the state to do that.
“Yeah, I think it’ll have to wait, I’m-” I cut myself off before apologizing. A fact about me that should surprise no one is that I hate apologizing. Even when I do feel kinda bad the act fills me with embarrassment.
“You what?” he asked, his eyes telling me that he knew what I was going to say.
“I’m emotionally not great.” I spat out in an admittedly poor attempt to get out of saying sorry. As always he remained calm but I could tell he saw through me.
“Okay, like I said I understand, whatever it is I hope you feel better.”
I told him thank you and we didn't speak for the rest of the day. At home I changed into more comfortable clothes and brushed my teeth. Unfortunately, I wasn't bouncing back from killing nearly as much as I expected.
“It wasn't even that bad! That thing was on its last legs anyway.” I grumbled to myself, smacking my forehead. I was feeling worse than when I did it which is weird. I ended up spontaneously decorating a ratty tie from the bottom of an accessory drawer to distract myself. It helped me get my mind off things, for a little. I had zero plan, just wanting to make something needlessly complex. Hours that felt like minutes passed and soon it was covered in patches, frills, and beads. I just tried it on when I heard the front door open.
“Man, that shit was wild!” I heard Brick laugh groggily. I didn't have to see or smell him to know he’d gotten lit. I rolled my eyes, closing my bedroom door.
“Hey, who’s there?” his friend asked, seemingly referring to me.
“Oh, that’s my little sis, don’t mind her she’s just on her emo shit!” he joked, which pissed me off for the petty reason that I didn't even listen or dress emo.
“Hey, that’s alright with me, I went through one of those phases,” they responded, their words less slurred than my cousin’s.
I fucked up and forgot to lock it when I closed it so they were able to swing it open, almost smacking my desk.
“Hey emo girl!” they waved as Brick haphazardly pulled them back.
“Okay, man, seriously I think she wants to be left alone.”
The way his friend looked at me made me uncomfortable. Like they’d snap my neck if I pissed them off. They clicked their tongue while stepping through the door frame.
“Alright, but I gotta say calling her an emo is inaccurate, they look like they watch gore and most emos just say they do.” they flashed a sharp toothy grin. At that moment I began to connect the dots.
“Easy, she’ll get pissy with you dude, now come on.” Brick warned tugging their opened button pushed him away. They looked me dead in the eyes.
“I don’t think she minds, in truth, I feel like we’ll have a lot to discuss later.” they smiled again, finally walking back into the living room. A chill ran up my spine when I saw them. The sharp teeth, New York accent, unsettling gaze, that motherfucker was the person who recruited me! They were able to get into my place so easily cause my dumbass cousin probably gave them a spare key or the opportunity to make one, and now they were a room away from me!
I dug my hands into my pillow as I contemplated what to do, no matter what happened next, I knew it was gonna be a rough visit.

What's the best way you've been told someone was not interested in you? How did it feel?? Give me advice!!
I'm 31F and am pretty new to dating. I've had 3 boyfriends in my life and in each relationship, I was already pretty into the guy before we even stayed dating bc of long time exposure to each of them (they were friends or coworkers for some time). I'm weird to get close to and I immediately reject dates when im approached because I'm uncomfortable around men I don't know well.
For the last month though, Ive been trying to get more dating experience and have gone on dates from a dating app (first time ever using one). Ive also been accepting date offers from encounters in real life (coffeshops, dance classes, etc). But I've never had to reject someone after going on 3 or 4 dates before.
Whats a good way to go about it? I feel like I have good reasons to not want to continue seeing some of these guys but I don't know how to tell them in a graceful yet direct way that I am not interested. I want to avoiding ghosting just because none of them wronged me in anyway, I just happen to not like them after getting to know them a lil bit. I want to be kind but am also mindful that I can't control how the other person will take it. Any thoughts help!

I feel like its overlooked by management. Nobody on nights at my store rotates anything. The closest thing we do is check dates of a few items that dont sell well while zoning.
Even if we had to, at my store it would be impossible since they want 7 pallets and zone done by 4am every morning with 3 people so we can go to grocery aisles and help stock and zone

So I’ve (M22) been seeing this girl (F19) for the past 2 months very casually. I broke up with my long term (2 yrs) ex a few weeks before and surprisingly got to know and like this girl. We’ve been out a few times and been back to each-others places. We’ve had lots of deep personal conversations and I really like her. The thing is it’s been so unclear to me whether she’s interested or not. She has reassured me that she is but sometimes her actions don’t match up, but then other times it’s clear she is. A few days ago we went out for drinks and it was great. I bit the bullet and asked her if she sees me as just friends, as it’s something I had started to wonder. Her response was that I am a good friend but also someone she’s interested in romantically. But she doesn’t want to lose me out of her life as a friend if things don’t work out romantically. She also said she thinks she sees it heading in to a friendship more, but right now that’s not the case. Fast forward a few days later we’re together in a group setting with a bunch of work friends at a party (we work together), it was almost like she ignored me, I just accepted this is probably because she doesn’t want work friends speculating about us. She then got very sick from getting too high and stepped outside. I was there to help her regardless of the ignoring, along with a couple other friends. It seemed like she didn’t want any of my help and almost wanted to shrug me away. But anyway I was really concerned and took her home with the others, and then she asked the other girl to go inside her place (she can only have 1 guest) so I just waited outside for an hour. The fact she didn’t want me there to help but did want this random girl, was weird to me? The next day she called me apologising for her being so high etc and thanking me a lot for helping her out. I heard from a mutual friend that she thinks I’m too good to be true. This friend also said that she thinks I’m too shy for her (she’s a Latina for context) This is so true and it pains me because I am an incredibly awkward person when dating. We’ve barely shared any physical affection, I get so nervous to make first moves to her. And it hasn’t exactly helped my confidence to do so when she’s been kind of giving me mixed signals about her feelings. I find it so hard to cross that barrier from just hanging out to light physical touch, cuddling, kissing etc. Sex seems like ages away. I feel like I will lose her soon or I’ll become friend-zoned, all because of my shyness. What should be my next step? I really like this girl and will be gutted if it doesn’t work out. But at the same time, the mixed signals stress me out and I don’t know if I can change my awkwardness unless she makes the first moves for me.

im 16(f) and my best friend is 15.
so, ive been best friends with her since i was 9 and she was 8 and looking back i think ive always had a little thing for her, or atleast admired her in some type of way. just a few days before 9th grade started it was 2022 i admitted my feelings for her we discussed dating but she said she isnt interested in dating anyone.
i was sad and she said its ok and ill like someone new eventually i didnt believe that but i actually developed a crush on a guy on like the first day of HS. that didnt work out tho we never dated, anyway i began to develop feelings AGAIN for her and the same thing happened. shes not interested.
anyway i stopped having a crush well atleast i think i did, up until a little while ago i have strong feelings for her and expressed this through a mutual friend of ours that i met through her.
i get jealous when she says she has crushes on people but how she describes them doesnt sound like crushes to me just people she finds attractive. but of course everyone is different so i cant say too much on that.
i get jealous when she talks about her 7th grade gf, they broke up that same year im pretty sure but im still jealous. i get jealous when she talks about people who have crushes on her. we dont go to the same highschool we used to go to the same district until she went into 9th grade because she lives with her dad now and its a different district.
not far at all i see her every weekend not these past weekends because shes been grounded but anyway back to what i was talking about, i cant help but be jealous even though i hate it. its just what my heart feels and i really do love her i haven’t mentioned any of this to her in a long time idek if she knows i like her.
but i feel i could treat her so right and the thought of us being together makes me feel like this big void is being filled.
but i dont think she is interested in dating like she said and idk if shes changed her perspective on it but its better safe than sorry than to ask her again. does anyone know how to help? has anyone been in this situation? and to clear things i dont show im jealous ofc but i just feel that way.

I recently accepted a job offer in China and have begun lurking on this subreddit. I was naïve to think that all I needed was Astrill. After diving deeper into this whole new world of abbreviations and keywords, everything has been overwhelming. I’m a complete beginner with basic knowledge of VPNs. Essentially, I’ve only ever used NordVPN six years ago to torrent before I started sharing streaming services.
I have done my best to understand everything by watching videos and reading posts. I have the basics of what I want, but I need some advice. Here are my needs for a VPN in China:

1. I predominantly use OneDrive for my personal life. I have a Microsoft family account where I upload photos and videos and play around with Premiere Pro when I have free time.
2. I will use Google Drive for my work life. Although I will have VPN access at my workplace in China, I’d like to access western websites so I can work from home as well. Since many western websites are blocked, I would hate to be restricted to working only at work. I’m more productive at home on my dual-screen PC compared to a 15-inch Lenovo laptop.
3. I've begun to use ChatGPT a lot these days for everything from general inquiries to language learning. Unfortunately, this is blocked in China.
4. I like using Spotify, and it sucks that it’s blocked. I just want to come home, turn on my PC, and decompress with a playlist running in the background.
5. Connecting with my family through Signal and WhatsApp
6. I use YouTube to upload private vlogs for my family. If VPN speeds are slow or disconnect, I’m afraid I won’t be able to update them with new vlogs. I’ve read that some VPNs work in China but are slow, and some require changing servers every 15-45 minutes.

Here are some questions:

1. It seems like the general consensus is to use Xray with VLESS (I’m not sure if I’m using these terms correctly). As an absolute beginner, is it better to host my own VPS server and use Putty, or is it better to buy Xray servers to use with the Xray client?
2. If it’s better to buy Xray servers, can someone DM me a reliable website to buy a personal Xray server?
3. If I decide to build my own VPN using VPS -> SSH -> Xray, can someone provide a link, comment, or DM me regarding the basic maintenance process for keeping my VPN up to date? I’ve read that personal VPNs can sometimes get blocked. With a generic VPN service, you typically just change the server, but I assume it’s different with a personal VPN. If my VPS gets blocked, does that mean I’d have to buy a new one?
4. I plan to use three devices for the VPN server (My PC, My phone, My wife's phone - she just uses social media - insta, facebook, youtube, tiktok). Will it start getting complicated the more devices used on one VPN? If so, I'm willing to just use PC only, but let me know.

To anyone who has gotten this far, Thank you so much for reading through it all. I really appreciate your time considering I'm just a basic nobody on the internet who has little networking skills. Any advice or direction will be a huge help.

It all started with the divorce. I moved into an apartment so close to my old house that you couldn't hear an entire song between the two places. That's because I have three great kids (16, 13, 8) and, yes, in a minute I know you're going to say that they need me, etc. but what they really need is a real father, not one who constantly never has any money and is constantly out of sorts with stress. I'm a freelance writer with an undemanding, intermittent contract role with a prominent employer. This ends at the end of next month. Then there's nothing.
But I'm getting ahead of myself.
After I filed for divorce, I decided to file Chapter 13. This immediately rendered it impossible for me to get a car loan after I sold my vehicle due to cash problems. Drained my mom of her money keeping me in my apartment. Went to a treatment center for 5 days after I relapsed after years of sobriety. Lost my job at Chase in 2021. Couldn't afford my meds anymore so I got a DUI (dismissed), but not for drinking -- it was for driving under the influence of mental-health Rx withdrawal (not kidding - it was a thing). P.S. The meds went from $30/mo. to $210/mo. and I have four of them.
I then started dating a wonderful woman/friend. We got engaged. Happiness. Shortly thereafter, I fell out of a truck helping a friend move commercial-grade windows at a construction site because I'm uncoordinated. A freak, cartoonish accident. Shattered my ankle and leg. Lived on a couch for 3 months in excruciating pain.
I get up and try to work nonstop. Anything to get extra money. I barely sleep. I keep trying to move forward but life persists in pulling me back down. Whenever I have good news about something, 4 other problems rise up. I ask everyone what can **I** do to be better, what can **I** do to not be in this doom loop? No one has answers. "Hang in there" counts, I guess. I've cut friends out, as well as family members. I couldn't figure out the unemployment website. I am a black hole for everyone around me. I live by the grace of others and random, brief successes. I mean, **I** have compassion fatigue for me, so I can only imagine what others feel - even you, if you've been reading any of the above.
And guess what? That's not all. There's a lot more I won't detail. It's unreal.
Plus, last week, my fiancee of three years up and left with no explanation. Zero contact for 3 days. And once that shock wore off, I'm here a week later sitting in our empty house alone in the dark.
It's not that I'm sad. I'm done. I apply for thousands (and I mean thousands) of jobs per month. Nothing. Unless you count the time I accepted an elaborate fake job scam where they stole my identity when I gave them my banking info for W-9 info. **I** don't believe this tale of woe, but it's a domino game from hell.
But I'm empty now. I've got nothing left. I don't have the wherewithal, monetarily or for real, to handle this world anymore. I don't look at Columbus the same way, either. It seems darker somehow. It's not meant for me. The outside world seems shadowed more than I remember it being, as if everything out there feels like a greyed-out option on a website. "Unavailable" or "Out of Stock."
I can't afford (or need) to live in this house, even though I've paid rent in full 11 out of 12 months. I now have 12 days to find a new place to live and I don't have options beyond men's shelters or friends' couches for a day or two. This is surreal. She moved some of her stuff out today. How did I get here? I thought I had a place to stay but it fell through a few hours ago. I really don't know how I can ever get back to where I was before the last three years beat me down. And I have tried -- really fucking tried -- to stay on this side of things, but I don't think this world wants me anymore. I've gotten its message. If it's for some sort of life lesson via the universe, this 46-year-old man has learned that once you fall into the system, you're never getting out. I am always, like, $1500 away from being okay for good.
All I wanted was a real job -- not some part-time, bait-and-switch gig that wasn't what I was promised, but forced to accept. All I want is to sleep. All I want is to think of a future that has me in it. All I want is my fiancee to not leave abruptly and permanently, without warning or days of explanation (still waiting for that), and break my kids' hearts. Her leaving isn't even the reason for feeling the way I do -- it only confirms that I am the common denominator and that I am the problem.
What is the point of any of this anymore?
In a few days, it'll be my birthday. I can't see what that looks like.
I know many of you have problems and issues and conditions much worse than my life. But it's not about comparison for me. I've only detailed in writing 20% of what's happened/happening in my life so I could see it in writing. And I'm convinced more than ever there's no way out, no way back.

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The cost of joining The SEO Boardroom varies depending on the membership tier chosen, with options tailored to suit the needs and budget of different professionals and website owners seeking to enhance their SEO expertise. Members can opt for the entry-level tier, which provides access to exclusive webinars, industry reports, and a private forum for networking with experts. For those looking for more comprehensive benefits, the premium tier offers personalized SEO audits, one-on-one coaching sessions, and early access to cutting-edge SEO tools and resources. Regardless of the tier chosen, all members enjoy priority support, discounted rates for SEO services, and invitations to annual SEO conferences, adding significant value to their membership.

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Is The SEO Boardroom Worth the Investment?

The SEO Boardroom proves its worth through tangible results, including increased website traffic, boosted sales conversions, and valuable networking opportunities that translate into a significant return on investment (ROI) for members seeking to elevate their online presence. Members of The SEO Boardroom benefit from the collective expertise and resources that lead to a marked uptick in organic search traffic, reflected in tangible metrics and analytics. This increased visibility not only drives more qualified leads but also enhances brand recognition and credibility, setting the stage for long-term growth. The strategic collaborations and partnerships forged within the networking forums of The SEO Boardroom pave the way for mutually beneficial business relationships, opening doors to new opportunities and potential ventures.

Increased Traffic and Rankings

Members of The SEO Boardroom witness a notable increase in website traffic and improved search engine rankings, attributing their success to the strategic guidance, expert advice, and actionable insights provided within the community. Joining The SEO Boardroom has been a game-changer for many website owners, as they discover that implementing the recommended practices can lead to a surge in organic traffic. The diverse range of success stories shared by fellow members serves as inspiring testimonials to the effectiveness of the community's SEO strategies. Within this supportive environment, individuals find innovative ways to enhance their online visibility and climb the search engine result pages. It's fascinating how even small tweaks suggested by experienced members can yield substantial improvements in website rankings.

Valuable Networking Opportunities

The SEO Boardroom offers valuable networking opportunities for members to connect with industry professionals, exchange ideas, and forge meaningful partnerships that can lead to collaborations, business growth, and enhanced visibility within the SEO community. In this exclusive platform, members have the chance to build strong connections with like-minded individuals and top experts in the field. The collaborative environment of The SEO Boardroom fosters a sense of community among participants, enabling them to share insights, best practices, and the latest trends in the ever-evolving world of search engine optimization. By engaging in these interactive discussions and knowledge-sharing sessions, members can gain valuable industry insights, stay updated on the latest algorithm changes, and expand their professional network to enhance their career prospects and business opportunities. The SEO Boardroom truly serves as a hub for fostering partnerships, nurturing relationships, and staying at the forefront of SEO industry developments.

Return on Investment (ROI)

Members of The SEO Boardroom experience a significant return on investment (ROI) through the enhanced visibility, increased website traffic, and improved sales performance that result from leveraging the resources, training, and support available within the community. By collaborating with industry experts and like-minded professionals, they gain valuable insights on the latest trends, algorithms, and techniques that directly impact their organic search rankings and overall digital presence. The community serves as a platform for exchanging ideas, sharing best practices, and receiving personalized guidance, leading to accelerated growth and scalability for their businesses.

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Conclusion: Why The SEO Boardroom is the Best Choice for SEO Professionals

In conclusion, The SEO Boardroom emerges as the top choice for SEO professionals and website owners seeking to excel in the digital landscape, offering a unique blend of expertise, community support, and resources curated by Julian Goldie to drive success and achieve first-page rankings. One of the main advantages of choosing The SEO Boardroom lies in its holistic approach to SEO education. Not only does it provide cutting-edge techniques and strategies to stay ahead of the constantly evolving algorithms, but it also fosters a sense of belonging within a vibrant community of like-minded individuals. This supportive environment enables members to share insights, troubleshoot challenges, and celebrate successes together, creating a network that fuels continuous learning and growth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The SEO Boardroom by Julian Goldie Review? The SEO Boardroom by Julian Goldie Review is a comprehensive review of the popular SEO community created by Julian Goldie. It provides an in-depth analysis of the features, benefits, and potential drawbacks of the community for those looking to join or learn more about it.
Who is Julian Goldie and why did he create The SEO Boardroom? Julian Goldie is a highly successful SEO expert and entrepreneur who has achieved great success in the online marketing world. He created The SEO Boardroom as a way to share his knowledge, connect with other like-minded professionals, and provide a platform for others to learn and grow their businesses through SEO strategies.
What sets The SEO Boardroom apart from other SEO communities? The SEO Boardroom is unique in its approach to SEO education and community building. It focuses on a combination of practical strategies, insider tips and tools, and a supportive community of experienced professionals who are dedicated to helping each other succeed.
Is The SEO Boardroom suitable for beginners? While The SEO Boardroom is primarily geared towards experienced professionals, it also offers resources and support for beginners. The community is welcoming and inclusive, and members are encouraged to ask questions and learn from each other.
What kind of resources and tools are available in The SEO Boardroom? The SEO Boardroom offers a wide range of resources and tools, including training courses, live Q&A sessions, expert interviews, case studies, and access to exclusive SEO tools. Members also have the opportunity to network and collaborate with other professionals in the community.
Is The SEO Boardroom worth the investment? Based on our research and experience, we believe that The SEO Boardroom is definitely worth the investment. The community offers valuable resources, support, and networking opportunities for professionals in the SEO industry. Plus, with a 30-day money-back guarantee, there is minimal risk in trying it out for yourself.

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