Here's my situation:
I'm living in Spain and if I want to keep living here I need to learn Spanish. Time is not on my side so I would say I have max 60 days to get conversational, but let's say 45. I have no responsibilities and am ready and willing to commit 10 or more hours a day to learning the language.
Below are a list of tools I have currently using to learn the language.
Tools:
Dreaming Spanish
Assimil text book
Lingq
(I am also taking Spanish classes twice a week and of course I'm talking with people as much as possible.)
I think I have a good combination of tools to use, but my issue is arranging these things in a timely way that I get the most out of my learning. I'll spend 8 hours a day on dreaming Spanish if I need to for example, but I want to know that's the best possible route. If you had to make someone fluent as fast as possible with unlimited time during the day, how would you break up their daily studying?

Here's my situation:
I'm living in Spain and if I want to keep living here I need to learn Spanish. Time is not on my side so I would say I have max 60 days to get conversational, but let's say 45. I have no responsibilities and am ready and willing to commit 10 or more hours a day to learning the language.
Below are a list of tools I have currently using to learn the language.
Tools:
Dreaming Spanish
Assimil text book
Lingq
(I am also taking Spanish classes twice a week and of course I'm talking with people as much as possible.)
I think I have a good combination of tools to use, but my issue is arranging these things in a timely way that I get the most out of my learning. I'll spend 8 hours a day on dreaming Spanish if I need to for example, but I want to know that's the best possible route. If you had to make someone fluent as fast as possible with unlimited time during the day, how would you break up their daily studying?

So, I am working on my first startup. It is just me in the US and my co-foundeCTO who is based out of Budapest. Interesting setup right? Well, we are working on a SAAS that helps users learn, understand, and change their behaviors when it comes to personal finance decision making.
There are so many variables that make up people's thought processes when it comes to financial decisions such as how they were raised, their culture, the people around them etc. We figure that the problem of the lack of understanding when it comes to personal finance is a great problem to tackle, as it manifests itself all across the globe.
So we have created a platform that allows users to take an engaging quiz that categorizes them into one of four "Financial Personalities". These personalities are based on an extensive framework, and help to set the foundation for learning how to make better decisions. Once users are categorized, they will have access to a highly trained AI assistant that is based specifically on their particular financial personality, and therefore is able to assist them in ways that are tailored specifically to each individual user and their own needs. We have extensive future plans to implement additional features that will each add incremental value to our existing platform.
We are currently at the minimally viable product stage, with a full fledged website launched (Finance Rants). Unfortunately and understandably, we are not at a point where we are generating revenue yet, as we decided to give free access to our product in order to foster organic growth and facilitate word-of-mouth referrals.
To my main point of all this, the finances are making it very difficult for us to make it to sustainability. Our expenses are very low considering, but nonetheless it will be unlikely that we can survive much longer than another couple of months without either revenue or funding of some type. Investor funding is few and far between these days, so we certainly can't depend on that. We would consider some other ways to generate revenue, but the problem is we don't want to come off as greedy to our users and our community. We are genuine people and really want to help people make better decisions when it comes to personal finances, so we don't want our desire/need for revenue to manifest itself as a perceived cash grab to clients. On a side note, there is no way for us to cut expenses at all at this time. Any insight or thoughts?

Im sorry for my poor English, it’s my third language.
In 2013 I found out that I had a benign tumor in my spinal cord, I was told that this kind of tumors don’t affect health unless it grows in size, I just should do screenings once a year and that’s it. Danger symptoms are: loosing balance, coordination, weakness in my legs. In June 2023 I did my annual screening and I was told that everything is fine, it grows but veryyyyy slowly. In August 2023 I started having back pain in the exact area where tumor was located. The problem is that I couldn’t have a consultation with my neurosurgeon (I won’t go into details because it’s a long story). The pain was becoming worse and worse, so I was almost panicking, I went to numerous doctors and some of them said it can’t be affected by tumors, some said it can be affected, I felt completely helpless, didn’t know what to do. I tried every treatment they prescribed but it didn’t help. So I flew to another country to meet more qualified doctors. Both of them said that my situation is under control, I won’t be paralyzed (it was my main fear), but I’ll need surgery sooner or later, they were ready to do surgery. Also they said that my back pain can be affected by tumors. So I decided to do surgery. Neurosurgeon assured me that I’ll recover 100% in three months after surgery. It was the hardest three months in my life (again I won’t go into details), I barely walked, couldn’t feel my lower body e.t.c. In three months I was in much better shape, but I lost sensation under the chest area on the right side of my body, also I lost about 30% sensation in my lower body comparing how it felt before and became shorter for 3cm, and I guess I’ll be with it for the rest of my life. The worst thing is that pain in my back didn’t go away, it stayed. I found out what it was later, the pain almost vanished. I can’t come to my senses, I’m depressed and it’s hard for me to talk to people, I constantly regret having surgery. Outcomes affect me on daily basis.

So I was listening to a podcast by comedian Andrew Heaton (X), and he had a very interesting episode examining people's nostalgia for the American 1950's complete with humorous skits. For illustration's sake he assumed 50's America was another country called "Fiftiesland" and compared it's stats like GDP or live expectancy to Modern America. He conclude that a lot of the nostalgia came from how many astonishing improvements happened between 1900-1950 vs 1950-2024, even though Modern America is superior in almost every metric.
At the end he had a long monologue where he was trying to explain to his fictional Grandma Edna Bickle, born in 1889 and elderly by the 50's, what it'd be like in the future compared to how she grew up. Imagine trying to explain Netflix to someone who grew up with a radio.
It really demonstrates, in a lighthearted way, just how far we've come in ~125 years.
So imagine how astonishing the world will be in another 100, 300, or 500 years...
Anyway, it's a bit of a read, but I thought some of you all might enjoy it and Mr Heaten was nice enough to send me the transcript. Enjoy!

My great grandmother, Edna, was born in 1889. My Dad and I were recently reminiscing about her, and he said, “Gramma Bickle, tough old bird, tough old bird. Went blind at ninety-two, quit driving at ninety-four, died at ninety-six. Almost lived in three different centuries.” I have some immediate questions about that chronology, and the realization that Gramma Bickle apparently drove her car blind for two full years before handing her keys in, but I digress.
In 1954 my great gramma Bickle was sixty-five years old. Think about how the country changed from her childhood to her golden years. From when she was born, to a little younger than my parents are today, she saw an entire country go from horse and buggies and pretty much nobody owning a car, to almost everybody has a car. Only six percent of the homes in America had electricity when she was a teenager. By the mid nineteen fifties, the whole country is throbbing with electricity.
In her lifetime, the country went from basically no light bulbs, radios, telephones, refrigerators, or washing machines, to a country where all of that stuff is ubiquitous.
In the year 1900, only ten percent of American households had a stove in them. By 1960,--when my great grandmother is the same age as my parents are now—95% of households do. When she was born, anti-biotics didn’t exist, and polio could cripple your baby. By the time she’s my age, penicillen—a miracle drug!—has been invented. By the time she’s my parents’ age, penicillen is widely available and some genius has recently invented a polio vaccine.
So, if we’re looking at Fiftiesland as a country around today, here’s what’s going on. All of the old people in this country, in their lifetime, went from a horse-and-buggy 19th century third world economy with polio and no electricity—something that, if it existed today, we would be sending anthropoligsts to—to a more modern second world economy perhaps akin to contemporary Guatemala. Which is no small jump.
And the people my age who live in Fiftiesland are still celebrating kicking the crap out of the Nazis, inventing the atom bomb, and enjoying an economy which is comparatively booming—because all of the neighboring economies are rubble.
If Gramma Bickle, at forty years old, my age now, could somehow visit me in contemporary America—she would think I made a pact with Lucifer, the Prince of Darkness. Or maybe, maybe her progeny somehow goes on to conquer Oklahoma as warlords, and all her great grandchildren become opulant Oriental sultans.
I have an icebox in my kitchen that’s powered by lightning that lives in my wall. I have another smaller box that makes my food hot by shooting it with invisible particles like the ray gun from War of the Worlds.
Not only do I let my dog sleep in a tiny bed inside my house, like a toddler, we just finished up a round of antiobitics from when he cut his foot. My great-grandfather—this is true—lived with tuburculosis for years before it finally killed him. Anyway, see that dog I make wear a necktie for my amuesment? Yeah, my dog takes miracle drugs unavailable to John D. Rockefeller. Last year Wallace got elbow cancer but the doctor fixed that, no problem, took a couple of months. Wallace literally has better medical treatment available to him a mile from my house than any human being alive in 1950.
Gramma, you wanna watch Netflix, Paramount Plus, HBO, Peacock, or Amazon Prime? It’s television. Well, television is sort of like radio, only much better, and with images, and I can watch it whenever I want, and there are thousands of options. Like, imagine Broadway, only, like, a few thousand of them, and they’re all inside of that rectangle.
Huh, yeah, I’m not explaining that very well. Right. Okay, so you know how in your time you know multiple people who were literally slaves at some point in their life? Like, you personally know some older people who were, at one point, legally a form of property?
So basically, I have this glass rectangle on my wall that a million of the world’s greatest comedians and dramatists live inside of as my slaves, and they put on plays for me when I’m tired after work. Except I don’t have to feed them or pay them because I use my friend Nick’s HBO account. They just eat the lightning that lives in my wall.
What? Oh yes, I get very tired from work, Gramma. Really get [sigh] worn out, you know? Well, you know how your dad was a wheatfarmer, who spent hours and hours plowing through dust and boneshards in Indian Territory, where he might literally be shot by a Commanche, and the threat of looming starvation for the entire family was never more than one drout away?
Right, so I… I talk for a living. Yeah, that’s right. No, a bunch of strangers just sort of send me money every month cause they enjoy hearing me talk. It’s actually very challenging. Because! Gramma, I do a lot research, you see. Like for this episode, I had to read a lot, and I had to do a lot of math. No, I did not personally do the math.
I have another magical rectangle that has several thosuand math slaves trapped inside that do the actual math for me. When I was a kid I had to perssonally punch the equations in myself, and the rectantle would crunch the numbers. Those were hard times. Now I have a smarter glass rectangle that I can just talk to. I just type in, “Hey, average these ten numbers, okay” and there’s, I dunno, like translater slaves that talk to the math slaves, and they all figure out whatever I’m trying to say, increasingly in lower case and with minimal punctuation, and then give me the answer.
But I have to do the research. Like, I have to read a lot. No, I don’t go to a library. I have another rectangle that has all of the world’s libraries inside of it, and also a lot of pornography, so I just stay at home and look at that particular rectangle, alteranting between research and pornography depending on my mood.
It sure is tough, Gramma. I don’t have any coworkers to keep me company. I’m all by myself here in my well-lit, smokeless, air conditionined home. That’s right, air conditioning! Not just in my house, either—in my camper—which is a tiny extra house I tow behind my armored, self-propelling buggy, which I feed fermented dinosaur juice they pump out of the ground. Oh yeah. It has a rectangle in it that plays music. I’d say I have roughly… three to eight million musician slaves who live in the rectangle in my car, so I don’t get bored when driving to the movies, which is a very large rectangle I go to when I’m tired of watching rectangles on my couch.
What? Good question. It’s called a “camper” because I go camping in it. It’s sort of my hobby. You see, Gramma, my life is so stupidly cushy and comfortable that I amuse myself by going out into the woods to forego wall lightning, air conditioning, and even pornography sometimes, when I can’t get a signal, and instead I sit in a hammock and shit in holes I dig for fun. We call that “roughing it.” For sport, I spend hundreds if not thousands of dollars doing what your entire family did their entire lives until they finally got indoor plumbing, except of course my camper has a propane stove built in, whereas your pioneer family had to dig a hole in the side of a hill and cower in it from the weather like cavemen while burning cow dung for warmth. I dunno where propane comes from. Probably dinosaur farts or something.
Anyway, I prefer to travel around in my camper rather than fly—that’s right, fly—yeah, like a spitfire pilot—which I do multiple times a year using frequent flier points. Which are sort of free, imaginary coupons that banks give me to thank me for using their credit cards, which are also rectangles, but these particular rectangles are small and flat and full of slave bankers that live in my pocket, next to my nine-billion dollar super computer I mostly use as a map, so I don’t have to go through the hassle of folding and unfolding maps, and also to send funny pictures to people in Scotland, in between watching porn in the woods.
I digress. Let’s all take a deep breath. Somebody from my great grandmother’s generation, who lived long enough to be an adult in Fiftiesland, would rightly think: We live in a golden age! We live in the future!
Back in contemporary America, my parents are in their early seventies. My parents today are about how old Gramma Bickle was at the end of the 1950s. And the jump isn’t bad, but it’s not nearly as mind-blowing. The developments they’ve seen since childhood are very impressive in terms of computers and telecommunications and medicine, but otherwise, the world they live in is a more efficient, clever version of the world they grew up in. Cars are safer and more comfortable and fuel efficient, but they’re still basically cars. LED lights are cheaper than incandescent bulbs, but they’re still essentially electric lights. Penicillan is better, but it’s still just clinical mold that strategically murders errant bacteria.
If Fiftiesland were a country, rather than our own history, we would pretty much look at it sort of how we see the poorer parts of Latin America or Eastern Europe: a very nice place with lovely people, wonderful to visit, try the food. Get some funky vintage clothes while you’re there.
But a comparatively poor economy to America or Western Europe. You wouldn’t want to immigrate there for the money. And also, not surprisingly, some views about gender, sex before marriage, having kids really young, having lots of kids, and skepticism about homosexuality that a globetrotter and even quite a few conservatives today might be tempted to call “quaint” or “traditional.”
Basically, if Fiftiesland were a country today, we would view it like Honduras or Moldova, or maybe Czechoslavkia after the wall came down.

I've looked at a couple of serums, for example the marsupial which increases jump and carry weight at the loss of intelligence.
I'm a bit unclear how the negative side works? I know there's a perk card that reduces the negative sides, but if I just take the serum, does this mean I lose 4 points from my intelligence SPECIAL, and as such cards will be removed, or does it just impact guns and perks that provide extra intelligence?
I'm not sure if I want to take it because I don't want to lose perk points, so the only one I've taken so far is speed demon (because I never eat or drink).

Awhile ago, I made a post discussing some of my least favorite fan ships, and I ask people to do the same, Which I'll leave a link to here: https://www.reddit.com/cartoons/comments/1c6doc4/what_are_some_fan_ships_your_not_the_biggest_fan/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web3x&utm_name=web3xcss&utm_term=1&utm_content=share_button
Now today, I am asking, what are some peoples favorite fan ships regardless of if there canon or not. Once I'll start.
WonderBat from JL: Unlimited is a huge one for me. They sadly never get together, but Bruce and Diana just have so much chemistry in the show and the play off together so well, with Diana always flirting with Bruce every chance she gets, and Bruce clearly having feelings for Diana as well, and the two seem to genuinely care for one another beyond just friends. Sadly, they never end up together, because of what was established in Batman Beyond, but still, not only does it make it somewhat like a Greek Tragedy, like a romance that was never meant to be, but also it makes me hope we see a timeline or continuity where they end up together, here's hoping we see a glimpse of that in the third animated Crisis movie.
Hiccup x Astrid and Rapunzel x Eugene are also huge favs of mine. Mainly because, both relationships feel so real, they are both actually developed overtime and both respective couples don't fall in love with one another straight away, they actually develop there feelings for one another pass more then one day. Rapunzel and Eugene over the course of the first film, and Hiccup and Astrid over the course of the first film and the series, which makes both couples relationships even more special.
Finally, in terms of canon stuff, Bandit x Chili, Mark x Atom Eve, and Kim Possible x Ron. All three of these speak for themselves.
Now. I'll lightning round through some non-canon ones really quick. While I do think Astrid is Hiccup's one and only, I do like Hiccup x Elsa as a AU/Elseworlds option. Mostly because, much like his canon partner, Hiccup and Elsa surprisingly have a lot in common. They both became leaders at a young age after there parents died (okay well, Frozen 2 kindof ruined that, but you get what I mean), they were both considered outcasts at the start of the respective stories, they both like nature, there both leaders who try and choose peace as an option first before violence, and in there respective 2019 installments, they both had to say goodbye to the person they loved the most in there lives. Also, the ship at least makes more sense then Jelsa.
Also, I really like the idea of Timmy with Trixie's blonde friend. Okay yeah, she's a little bit on the unhinged side, but at least it actually feels like she likes and genuinely cares about Timmy, and doesn't treat him badly like Trixie or Tooty do. No spoilers, because I'm not that far into Demon Slayer yet, but I really hope Tanjiro ends up with Shinobu, as they would make a really sweet couple, and also surprisingly have a lot in common. Finally, Godzilla x Mothra....no reasons needed. There are others I like, but these are the ones I like the most.
Oh, I can't believe I forgot to mention these ones:

• Spiderman x Black Cat (90s series)
• Rouge x Gambit (90s series)
• Kion x Jasiri
• Jimmy Neutron x Cindy
• Plankton x Karen
• Asha x Starboy
• Bart Simpson x Mary Spuckler
• Kiara x Kovu
• Robin/Nightwing x Starfire

I didn’t know what flair to choose for this, so I went with a rant. I was first diagnosed with epilepsy at age 17 and am now 22, so it’s been almost 5 years with the diagnosis. None of my family has epilepsy and I have textbook grand mal seizures. Before I got on medication that worked, I was only having a seizure once every few months. The longest I stayed seizure free was on Keppra, which kept me safe for a year and three months but after having a seizure I wanted to come off of it because I was becoming extremely depressed. Briviact so far has had the best results, and I ended up pairing it with Vimpat because the Briviact mood side effects were starting to get annoying just like the Keppra ones did. I had a seizure in August, and 8 months later had one on May 5th. Just a couple days ago, on May 19th, I had another. Those were just two weeks apart which is the closest I’ve ever had two seizures. I don’t know if it was some poor coincidence or what?? I never did find any triggers for my epilepsy. It’s completely random, even without any auras. I’m not even sure what to do. I have a neuro appt Thursday so hopefully I’ll get some answers and maybe end up on medication that doesn’t make me want to end my life. It’s really terrifying to think there’s a possibility my epilepsy is getting worse, but I think it just might be because the Vimpat isn’t working (my seizures have been happening in the evenings and I take the Briviact in the evenings so by the time it’s worn off that’s when another seizure usually happens. I hope this all made sense and if you made it this far thank you for reading. I’m really just looking for support and advice

I’d say mine is usually a good physical activity. Longish bike ride this morning and other days it could be some lifting or beach time. I’d love to meet and have a long term chat friend or short term if that’s as far as it goes. Your age, location, and status aren’t important but holding a good conversation is :) Tell me what you’re looking forward to today or what’s the best part of your daily experience. I’m also a fan of music, books, and documentaries. Exchanging recommendations is always a plus as well. Come say hi if you’re interested, hope to chat soon!

I’d say mine is usually a good physical activity. Longish bike ride this morning and other days it could be some lifting or beach time. I’d love to meet and have a long term chat friend or short term if that’s as far as it goes. Your age, location, and status aren’t important but holding a good conversation is :) Tell me what you’re looking forward to today or what’s the best part of your daily experience. I’m also a fan of music, books, and documentaries. Exchanging recommendations is always a plus as well. Come say hi if you’re interested, hope to chat soon!

As far as I know on my dad's side, there is mostly Dutch and French Canadian on his mother's side, and then with his father, a lot of English and Irish. My mom's maternal side is English and Scotch-Irish with some German, amd then her father's side are immigrants that came straight over from Voss, Norway and Southern Ireland (Sullivan clan).

Not really sure what to title this. Just kinda venting/looking for what others have to say.
I have everything I could ever want. A good job, an amazing husband, and a beautiful 5 yo daughter.
I wouldn’t call us wealthy but we are very comfortable.
I absolutely loathe going to work. 9-5, 4 days a week. I have it pretty easy compared to some.
I just feel so UNHAPPY. I cannot pinpoint why.
Ive realized recently it seems like my whole day revolves around doing for others. Which is probably pretty common as a mom/wife. But damn.
Wake up. Get myself and daughter ready. Take her to babysitter or school depending on the day. Go to work to make the owner of the company rich. Come home, do laundry, dishes, dinner, cleaning around the house etc. Get myself and kid ready for bed. Then bedtime. TV time with husband. I have ZERO sex drive by the end of the day. Doctors can’t find anything “wrong” but I know things like that sometimes take a few rounds of testing as far as hormones, thyroid etc.
I don’t want this post to come across as my husband doesn’t help since I didn’t mention it above. He does help with cleaning and such so that isn’t the issue. He pays all the bills and I’m only responsible for groceries, my own insurance, and cell phone basically. He also does a lot in his spare time at night to make money on the side to give us a good life.
31 just seems so young to lose your sex drive. I would say this started about a year ago? Just the cliche “sex is such a chore” feeling. It’s always good, so why don’t I crave it? I feel like a terrible wife bc I’m not satisfying my husbands needs. He is very respectful and doesn’t make me feel bad about it but it still bothers me. I do have some past trauma related to sex but nothing too intense.
Everyday just feels like Groundhog Day. Same thing everyday. But then any change in routine, like vacation, a night out etc, absolutely exhausts me and completely throws me off. A break from normal life is usually more hassle than it’s worth. I’m a homebody.
That’s another thing that has plummeted in the past year is my energy levels. I’ve gained like 50 lbs even though my eating habits haven’t really changed enough to gain 50 lbs in my opinion.
I’ve tried a few different supplements over the past year or so. St. John’s wort, ashwaganda, Berberine, olly libido pills, probiotics/prebiotics. Nothing really makes a difference.
Anyone else struggled with similar feelings? I just don’t know where to go at this point. Any advice or input is appreciated.

To note, this is a continuation of the sagas I wrote that took place after the Cell Saga. The two sagas were written with inspiration taken from MCU Peter Parker's arcs in Far from Home and No Way Home. The goal was to develop Son Gohan into a proper lead for the show. If you'd like to check them out, here are the links!
Bojack (Far From Home) Saga: https://www.reddit.com/fixingmovies/s/sK5zOnJ0oU
Broly (No Way Home) Saga: https://www.reddit.com/fixingmovies/s/R3sGOqdbIv
There are many things I find wrong in the Buu saga:

1. Goku coming back: This derails the narrative tremendously as he snatches back the torch from Gohan. He's going to play a role, but he will stay dead.
2. Gohan's writing: In canon, we ended up with a rusty, goofy, badly written character who lost all the development from the previous sagas. He became a useless disappointment and did not uphold his role as a protector of the earth. This won't go anywhere near that direction.
3. SSJ3 and fusions: These elements were unnecessary as they did nothing to solve the plot and only provided fluff. This can be introduced in Super, but that's another story.
4. Goten and Trunks SSJ: I wasn't a fan of how they easily transformed, treating it as an easy power-up. Here, it will be earned.

What I want to do here is combine the Buu saga with Fusion Reborn. For that movie, there are tons of elements at play that can be used to make the grand finale of Dragon Ball Z, more grand. The goal here is to increase the stakes, trim all the unnecessary fat, give everyone a chance to shine, and keep the main focus on Gohan. I also want to replace Buu with Janemba, as I find him much more threatening due to his unique abilities which would be perfect to challenge Gohan. It's also here that we avoid the rinse-and-repeat problem that came with Buu and his many forms.

Without further ado, here is the...... Janemba Saga!

Seven years have passed since the climactic battle against Broly. Gohan, now a young adult, has diligently pursued a delicate balance between his studies and training. During this time, he has honed his Super Saiyan 2 form and significantly elevated his combat skills. However, he deliberately restrains his power, refusing to succumb to the depths of his inner rage. Gohan believes that his technical prowess alone will suffice, opting to suppress the primal fury within him. Despite his reservations, Gohan attends a prestigious private school on an academic scholarship, alongside his steadfast companion Videl and their circle of friends. Gohan has embraced the responsibility of preserving peace on Earth as a valiant hero, adopting the mantle of Saiyaman. His suit has undergone a sleek redesign, shedding the theatrical poses in favor of a more streamlined appearance. Functioning as a dynamic duo reminiscent of Superman and Batman, Gohan and Videl tackle the city's crime wave together. Videl, having mastered her ki abilities under the tutelage of Piccolo, has grown stronger over the years. Glimpses of their everyday lives reveal the struggles of Gohan as he endeavors to balance the demands of school, training, and personal relationships. Amidst the challenges, he harbors a subtle resentment towards his duty, as it often encroaches upon his cherished personal time. Nevertheless, Gohan persists, fueled by his unwavering determination to live up to his father's legacy.
However, the tranquil facade is shattered when a harrowing turn of events unfolds. The narrative transitions to an otherworldly realm, distinctly separate from Earth. A mysterious figure cloaked in darkness materializes, none other than the malevolent wizard Babidi. Harnessing the unholy power of dark magic, Babidi establishes a sinister connection with his loyal minion Dabura, the King of the Demon Realm. United in their nefarious purpose, they orchestrate an audacious invasion of Otherworld, intent on freeing the formidable demon Janemba. Ages ago, Janemba had been sealed away in this celestial realm by the Supreme Kais. Babidi's malevolent ambition revolves around shrouding the universe in eternal darkness. To achieve this nightmarish vision, he plans to infect the denizens of Earth using the insidious Majin spell, thereby expanding his dominion across countless planets.
In the midst of this burgeoning chaos, Gohan, disguised as Saiyaman, finds himself investigating a peculiar incident involving the possession of one of his dearest friends. Videl, resolute and fearless, engages in a fierce battle against the malevolent puppeteer controlling Sharpner. With unwavering confidence, she urges Gohan to let her confront the threat alone. Sharpner, his strength unnaturally augmented, puts up a formidable resistance, but Videl's experience enables her to subdue him without resorting to fatal measures. As Sharpner awakens from his trance, Gohan seeks answers regarding the enigmatic force that had seized control of his friend. Sharpner reveals that a voice called Babidi had whispered malevolent commands into his mind. Armed with this critical information, Gohan summons Vegeta and Piccolo to join him in unraveling the unfolding crisis, embarking on a journey towards the epicenter of the ominous power emanating from a series of potent and wicked ki signatures, ultimately leading them to Babidi and Dabura.
Meanwhile, Earth becomes a battleground, besieged by an onslaught of resurrected zombies, soldiers, and former villains who once terrorized its populace. Though the trio finds themselves torn between aiding their beleaguered planet and confronting the imminent threat directly before them, they know their immediate priority lies in thwarting Babidi's scheme. Distracting them with his grandiose monologue, Babidi probes their minds, seeking susceptible individuals to manipulate. Initially targeting Vegeta, Babidi redirects his attention toward Piccolo, sensing his inherent duality as a being born of both good and evil. With a combination of Babidi's insidious spell and the lingering malevolence of Piccolo Daimao, the Namekian warrior struggles to resist the overwhelming influence. His powers surge exponentially beyond their previous limitations, clouding his judgment and driving him to confront his former student, Gohan. Amidst the shock of this unforeseen twist, Gohan assumes the responsibility of awakening Piccolo from his trance-like state, determined to restore his mentor's clarity. As the battle rages on, they sense a tremor that reverberates throughout the planet, an unmistakable ki signature brimming with icy coldness, signifying the presence of a singular entity—Janemba.
Bracing himself for the impending clash with this malevolent force, Gohan prepares to face Janemba head-on, while Piccolo embarks on a personal mission to neutralize Babidi. Meanwhile, Vegeta remains locked in a fierce struggle against Dabura, the Prince of Saiyans confronting the King of the Demon Realm. The confrontation unfolds with brutal intensity, and Vegeta finds himself teetering on the edge of defeat. Sensing his adversary's advantage, Dabura unleashes a legion of demons to tip the scales further in his favor. Pushed to his limits, Vegeta fights valiantly, but the odds appear insurmountable. Dabura, consumed by arrogance, revels in his imminent triumph, announcing his intention to unleash the full might of the demon horde upon Earth. Faced with the dire consequences of such a cataclysm, Vegeta musters every ounce of desperation within him. In a moment of self-sacrifice, he unleashes a devastating attack upon Dabura and his minions. The resulting explosion weakens Babidi's forces, repels the encroaching Demon Realm, and safeguards their dimension from untold chaos and devastation.
(Note: I wanted to keep Vegeta's sacrifice but make it matter and count. In canon, it didn't stop Buu, and he sent himself into cold oblivion on a lie. Here, he makes a difference in the long run and has a definitive redemptive moment. )
Startled by the sudden disappearance of Vegeta's powerful ki, Trunks defies the protests of his comrades on the Lookout and rushes towards the chaotic battleground. His heart pounds with trepidation as he races through the smoke-filled air, only to be confronted with the lifeless body of his father lying motionless on the ground. Overwhelmed by a torrent of despair and seething rage, Trunks' trembling hands reach out to shake his father awake, his desperate pleas echoing through the desolate landscape. But his efforts prove futile, and a profound sense of loss engulfs him.
In the midst of this heart-wrenching moment, a surge of raw energy courses through Trunks' veins, igniting a transformation that surpasses the boundaries of his mortal self. Radiating an aura of vibrant golden light, Trunks ascends to the legendary state of the Super Saiyan. His eyes ablaze with determination and fury, he is now ready to face the battle that lies ahead.The scene shifts, revealing the remaining Z-Fighters locked in a perilous struggle against hordes of relentless zombies. Fatigue weighs heavily upon their weary bodies as they fend off the relentless onslaught. Suddenly, a streak of intense power streaks across the sky, and Trunks descends before his comrades, newly transformed and brimming with indomitable strength. A burst of energy erupts from his fingertips, shattering a ki blast launched by one of the zombies, diverting it harmlessly away. In the eyes of his adversaries, astonishment mingles with mockery as they behold the sight of a mere child standing before them.Unfazed by their taunting laughter, Trunks addresses his comrades with unwavering resolve. He declares that he will shoulder the burden of the battle, vowing that not a single life will be lost on this day. With unparalleled speed and precision, he charges towards the encroaching horde, obliterating each zombie with astonishing ease. Their forces crumble beneath the might of his wrath, and the battlefield is transformed into a graveyard of defeated foes.As the last of the zombies falls, Trunks relinquishes his Super Saiyan form, his energy spent and body drained. Collapsing to the ground, he succumbs to exhaustion, his breathing ragged and labored. In this moment of vulnerability, Yamcha, recognizing the young warrior's valor, rushes to his side and gently lifts him from the battlefield, cradling his battered form with utmost care.
(Note: Kid Trunks' transformation is a direct reference to when Future Trunks found Gohan dead after the battle with the androids, and then he transformed. )
While this tumultuous event unfolded, the responsibility of safeguarding the Lookout fell upon the young shoulders of Goten. As time passed, a sudden intrusion disrupted the tranquility of the platform, as a malevolent henchman, infused with the dark power of King Cold, materialized before him. Though momentarily shaken, Goten summoned his courage and engaged in a valiant struggle against his formidable adversary.Initially, it appeared that Goten held his ground admirably, skillfully countering the attacks launched by the nefarious duo of Salza and Dore. However, their sinister coordination gradually began to overpower the young warrior. In a devastating display of force, Salza executed a malicious kick that sent Goten hurtling towards the precipice of the Lookout, teetering on the brink of unconsciousness.
Witnessing her son's battered and vulnerable state, Chi-Chi, consumed by a mixture of horror and fury, lunged at Salza in a desperate attempt to defend her child. Yet, her efforts proved futile as Salza callously seized her by the throat, mercilessly constricting the life from her. From his weakened position, Goten, wide-eyed and mouth agape, struggled to remain conscious, his mind besieged by the conflicting emotions of impending death and the weight of disappointment.
In that critical moment, he closed his eyes, his teeth sinking into his lip until blood stained his mouth. His trembling hands clenched into tight fists. And then, something within him snapped, unleashing a primal force that lay dormant within.Goten vanished, replaced by an embodiment of unbridled rage. Transformed into a Super Saiyan, his furious aura radiated with an intensity that defied comprehension. With a surge of unrestrained power, he propelled himself towards Salza, obliterating his malevolent foe with a devastating blast that eradicated him from existence. Undeterred by the remaining henchmen who sought to avenge their fallen comrade, Goten engaged them with a newfound ferocity.In a breathtaking display of combat prowess, it took mere moments for Goten to dispatch his adversaries, consigning them to the depths of the afterlife. Unaware of his mother's watchful gaze, Chi-Chi bore witness to the astonishing transformation of her once-innocent son, her heart filled with awe at the unfathomable power he now wielded.
(Note: This is a reference to when Superman had attacked Zod for attacking Martha in Man of Steel. With this, Goten is able to break out of his shell and experience some development. I also did not want Chi-Chi to die, but to have it be close. This way, she can witness firsthand her son fighting to avenge her and realizing that his saiyan blood kicked in to save them all, which would lead to some development towards her accepting that they have the natural power to fight, but also protect. )
Simultaneously, amidst the chaos, Piccolo found himself embroiled in a fierce battle of magic. His objective was to shatter the impenetrable barrier erected by his adversary, Babidi, to halt the relentless proliferation of Majin-infused beings. The odds were stacked against him, but with unwavering determination, Piccolo summoned the strength to rupture the barrier, ultimately delivering a fatal blow to Babidi. In doing so, he succeeded in halting the insidious spread of the Majin curse.Meanwhile, Gohan, driven by an overwhelming surge of power in his Super Saiyan 2 form, charged headlong at the formidable Fat Janemba, intent on swiftly ending the confrontation. Displaying remarkable valor, Gohan engaged his adversary with all his might, momentarily gaining the upper hand in fleeting bursts of fury. However, Janemba's energy continued to surge unabated, gradually overpowering Gohan and relegating him to a defensive stance.With the battle reaching its climax, Janemba unleashed a devastating onslaught aimed at obliterating the planet. In a desperate bid to protect all that he held dear, Gohan fearlessly interposed himself between Janemba's lethal assault and the world, extending his arms wide as he summoned the last vestiges of his ki to create a resolute energy shield. The technique demanded one final act of defiance, compelling Gohan to redirect the unleashed energy back towards Janemba, propelling the malevolent entity backward and teetering on the precipice of annihilation. Yet, the maneuver exacted a heavy toll on Gohan, leaving him grievously injured and drained of consciousness, hurtling through the sky and crashing deep into the untamed wilderness.
(Note: This maneuver is a mix of what Gohan did against Broly in Movie 10, and what Future Gohan did in his last battle against the androids.)
Subsequently, Supreme Kai, recognizing the dire condition of the young warrior, transported Gohan to the realm of the Kais. As Gohan gradually regained consciousness, he found himself surrounded by the presence of Supreme Kai, Kibito, and his father, Son Goku. Unbeknownst to Gohan, while the realms beyond had been engulfed in pandemonium, Goku had valiantly sought to subdue numerous formidable adversaries, most notably Broly. Upon learning of Gohan's presence on that distant planet, Goku implored for the opportunity to visit his son, a request that was granted amidst the bittersweet reunion.During their heartfelt meeting, they shared the weight of overseeing the turmoil ravaging Earth, realizing that Janemba still lingered, amassing the remnants of malevolent ki left unvanquished. Panic washed over Gohan as he urgently expressed his need to return to Earth, but his pleas were met with cautionary words from his loved ones. They acknowledged his unpreparedness to face Janemba anew, warning of the potential consequences should he engage the foe prematurely. Supreme Kai disclosed his true intention in bringing Gohan to this realm—to unlock the dormant power lying dormant within him. However, the process demanded a profound reconciliation of Gohan's dual nature as both human and Saiyan. To initiate this transformative ritual, Gohan would be immersed in a meditative trance within the sacred confines of a cascading waterfall, which would serve as a mirror reflecting his true self. Only then would he embark upon the arduous journey of unlocking his latent potential, fully aware that failure could result in dire consequences, even death.
Nervously, Gohan steeled himself for the imminent trial, drawing strength from the unwavering support of his father. With resolute determination, he approached the cascading waterfall, where Supreme Kai initiated the trance, enveloping Gohan in an ethereal aura of introspection.As the ritual commenced, Gohan's gaze fixated grimly upon vivid recollections of his past battles, struggling to reconcile the moments when he had succumbed to his own wrath. Before long, a projection materialized, representing his suppressed Saiyan essence—a separate entity demanding to be acknowledged. A tumultuous clash ensued between the two facets of Gohan's being, with the young warrior faltering in his attempts to gain the upper hand, for each surge of anger only fueled his other self. Finally, a profound realization washed over Gohan, piercing through the haze of conflict. He ceased resisting and, instead, extended a hand of acceptance and understanding to his Saiyan counterpart, embracing the essence of his true nature. In that transformative instant, the boundaries dissolved, merging into a harmonious unity. Gohan's eyes fluttered open as he awakened from the trance, reborn in his newfound Ultimate Form, his essence finally whole and indomitable.
(Note: Yes, this is a direct reference to Naruto obtaining true mastery of his nine tails form in Shippuden. I did not like Gohan's canon mystic ritual because it did not feel earned. He just sat around for a long time doing nothing and gained nothing from it. I wanted to fix that. So here, he went through a more direct ritual at the risk of death to be able to unlock his true abilities. )
In the midst of these events, Trunks and Goten find themselves under the tutelage of Piccolo within the formidable Hyperbolic Time Chamber. News reaches Piccolo that Gohan is undergoing a transformative process to unlock his latent potential, but the looming return of Janemba threatens to disrupt their plans. Exiting the chamber, Trunks and Goten emerge stronger than ever, having mastered their Super Saiyan forms and honed their teamwork to near perfection, compensating for their inherent power limitations.As Janemba crosses paths with them, the clash erupts in a spectacular display of martial prowess. Individually, they stand little chance against the overwhelming might of Janemba, but when united, a different narrative unfolds. Their combined efforts aim to sustain the battle long enough, providing Gohan with the precious time he needs to complete his ritual. Piccolo assumes leadership, valiantly holding his ground, although it becomes increasingly evident that Janemba possesses a distinct advantage. Piccolo strategically diverts Janemba's attention, creating openings for Goten and Trunks to launch coordinated assaults that vex their adversary, even if their impact is minimal. Nonetheless, every second counts.
In a fateful turn of events, Janemba unleashes an assault that overwhelms Piccolo, incapacitating him and leaving only Goten and Trunks to face the malevolent entity. Swift as a phantom, Janemba materializes in front of Trunks, delivering a devastating blow to his abdomen, leaving Goten as the lone defender. Standing tall, Goten defiantly assumes a battle stance, mustering his courage. However, before Janemba can unleash a devastating attack upon him, an unknown figure delivers a powerful kick to Janemba's head, hurtling him towards the distant mountains.
The camera pans, revealing the figure to be none other than Gohan, resplendent in his newfound form.
(Note: This entrance directly mirrors that of Future Gohan when he was about to begin his final battle against the Androids!)
A wave of elation washes over Goten as he beholds the return of his beloved elder brother, while Trunks and Piccolo visibly exhale with relief. Gohan and Piccolo exchange a brief but meaningful exchange, Gohan acknowledging his newfound strength while Piccolo recognizes that Gohan has ascended to an entirely different echelon. Janemba regains his footing, reemerging before them, demanding their attention and focus. Gohan asserts that he will confront Janemba directly, urging the others to evacuate. Though reluctant, Piccolo and the young warriors comply, dispersing to various parts of the world to address the chaos that plagues their surroundings.
With an air of fury, Janemba charges at Gohan, his fist extended menacingly. Yet Gohan intercepts the attack, seizing Janemba's fist in a vice-like grip, and in a flash of teleportation, they are transported to the dreaded realm of H.F.I.L. (Home For Infinite Losers).
(Note: I have Gohan teleport Janemba because at least this way their battle will not damage Earth. Also we will assume Gohan has figured out some sort of Instant Transmission movement like Goku.)
The eyes of Earth's denizens, the Kais, and the denizens of the Otherworld are fixated on this pivotal moment, the culmination of a battle that will determine the fate of the universe. And so, the clash commences, a cataclysmic struggle that echoes through the very fabric of existence.
In a breathtaking display of power, Gohan initially dominates the battle, effortlessly overpowering Janemba with his newfound might. However, the tables turn when Janemba unveils unexpected abilities: space-time manipulation and a formidable sword. Gohan is caught off guard, unsure of how to counter such unorthodox tactics. Desperation and frustration consume him, causing his control over his own power to slip away.Amidst the chaos, Gohan experiences a moment of revelation, a surge of understanding regarding his opponent's abilities. He realizes that in order to anticipate Janemba's next move, he must heighten his senses by channeling his ki, allowing for precise timing and swift reactions. With this newfound clarity, Gohan regains his composure, closing his eyes and taking a deep breath. Seizing an opportunity, Janemba materializes before him, poised to strike with his sword. Yet, in a stunning display of strength, Gohan catches the blade with both hands, shattering it into pieces.
The tide of the battle begins to shift, albeit slightly, in Gohan's favor. Frustrated and bewildered, Janemba exclaims, "Just what...are you?!" Gohan responds with unwavering resolve, proclaiming, "I am the hope of the universe. I am the answer to all living things that cry out for peace. I am the protector of the innocent. I am the light in the darkness. I am truth. Ally to good! Nightmare to you!"
(Note: I'm taking Goku's dubbed speech against Frieza and repurposing it for Gohan. As he's inherently more the justice-driven hero archetype rather than the fighting maniac that is Goku, it makes more sense. We'll just assume Goku gave Frieza the manga version of his speech. This is also the most pivotal moment of Gohan's journey as he comes to terms with being a protector. Throughout the show, he's been struggling between his desire to be a scholar and his responsibility to be a hero. That dubbed speech is exactly the moment that Gohan's arc comes full circle. Here, he finally embraces what he was always meant to be..... the hero.)
With renewed determination, Gohan launches various assaults in a bid to defeat his formidable adversary. However, his attacks fail to inflict lasting damage, and Gohan himself begins to exhaust his ki. It is then that he realizes the true nature of Janemba's existence—he is an embodiment of pure evil ki, unlike any opponent Gohan has faced before. A desperate plan takes shape in Gohan's mind. Mentally reaching out to his friends and even Videl, he calls upon them to gather their ki, reminiscent of the Spirit Bomb technique. Initially, only the Z-Fighters respond, but their combined energy proves insufficient.As Gohan valiantly defends against Janemba's onslaught, he mentally pleads with the people of Earth to lend their aid. Uncertainty and doubt cast a shadow over the crowd until Hercule steps forward, berating them for refusing to support the man who once saved them during the Cell Games. Revealing the truth of Gohan's identity as the Delivery Boy turned hero, the tide of public opinion shifts. People extend their hands, offering their energy to their savior. Shocked by the sudden turn of events, Gohan is relieved by the surge of ki coursing through him, providing a momentary opening to kick Janemba away. The collective assistance grants Gohan a substantial reservoir of energy, which he then summons forth, infusing it with the very essence of his soul—a daring and perilous maneuver.
Driven to his breaking point, a furious Janemba ascends into the sky, conjuring a colossal sphere of malevolent ki capable of obliterating the entire universe. Gohan remains calm, his gaze fixed upon the impending cataclysm. With unwavering resolve, he declares, "This is the end for you, Janemba." Closing his eyes, Gohan raises his left hand above his head, conjuring a radiant sphere of rainbow light. Seizing the opportunity, Janemba hurls his devastating attack towards Gohan. Sensing the imminent danger, Gohan's eyes snap open as he crushes the ball of energy in his palm. Swiftly pivoting, he hurls the fragmented energy towards the oncoming attack, effortlessly piercing through it, and hurtling towards Janemba, finally eradicating the universe's peril once and for all.
(Note: This is the same technique as Kid Buu's Planet Burst move, the one that destroyed Earth. I also repurposed Gogeta's stardust breaker technique for Gohan as I feel it makes sense for him to have it. It also makes him stand out from Goku even more in this case.)
As the dust settles, Gohan maintains his energy long enough to witness Janemba's demise. A triumphant smirk graces his face as he remarks, "Heh, looks like I finally did it." Exhausted, he collapses to the ground, almost completely drained. The onlookers erupt into joyous cheers, celebrating Gohan's hard-fought victory. Supreme Kai teleports Gohan from the depths of H.F.I.L back to Earth, specifically to the Lookout, where his family and friends eagerly await his return. In a heartwarming scene, Gohan is enveloped in embraces and expressions of relief. It is here, amidst the warmth of their loved ones, that Gohan and Videl share their first kiss—a tender moment of connection and celebration.Meanwhile, the Dragon Balls work their magic, rectifying the chaos caused by Babidi's dark influence. The majority of those who perished are revived, yet there are exceptions, including Vegeta. Accepting his fate and determined to atone for his past deeds, Vegeta expresses his desire to continue growing stronger in the afterlife, entrusting the protection of his family to his son. Tearfully, Trunks vows to make his father proud, with Goten stepping forward to support his friend in this emotional moment. Fond farewells are exchanged as everyone prepares to return to their respective homes.
Gohan and Goten engage in a heartfelt conversation, their bond as brothers strengthening. However, their exchange is interrupted by Chi-Chi, who unexpectedly interrupts their conversation. To their astonishment, she expresses pride in their valiant efforts to safeguard the world, finally relenting and granting them permission to train and protect. The three embrace, their family united and resolute.In a different realm, Vegeta stands before King Yemma, awaiting judgment. To his surprise, he is granted an Otherworldly body, a result of Goku's recommendation and Vegeta's ultimate sacrifice that tipped the scales of justice. With this second chance, Vegeta is granted the opportunity to train ceaselessly and, more importantly, to settle his unfinished business with Goku. The final scene between Goku and Vegeta unfolds, their fists colliding in a charged confrontation, their image freezing .( mirroring the intensity of Rocky and Apollo in Rocky III, leaving their ultimate showdown to the imagination.)
A decade passes, marked by a time skip. Tien and Krillin have established their own martial arts schools, dedicated to passing on their unique styles to the next generation. Goten and Trunks, under the tutelage of Piccolo, diligently train to harness their extraordinary powers. Gohan, now a respected scholar, has married Videl, and together they have a daughter. At home, Videl imparts the basics of combat to their daughter, Pan. Gohan, having just finished delivering a lecture on energy at the university, senses a disturbance reverberating across the planet. Instinctively, he rushes to the rooftop, pressing a button on his wrist. In an instant, he transforms into his iconic Saiyaman costume, soaring into the horizon with a mischievous grin. He breaks through the fourth wall, symbolizing his unwavering resolve to protect and inspire.
The screen fades to black.
The End.
There we have it! My final wrap-up of the MCU Peter ParkeGohan development journey! Honestly, I did have thoughts of just going straight into revising the Buu arc, but I felt there was more to be done before that. Gohan needed to go through the development I gave him in my two written arcs as there were lessons there that shaped him.
I also felt that a trained Gohan, who is naturally intellectual, would be a perfect antagonist in Janemba. He had to learn to outsmart him, and not just have it be a straight-up slugfest.
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Most recent tale: We were at a grocery store parking lot this past Sunday, waiting for someone to back up out of a parking spot that we wanted to take. There was another car behind us, patiently waiting since these were only one-way parking aisles. All said and done, we were waiting for about a minute tops, when some old boomer guy comes and loudly slaps the driver's side window as he's walking by, headed towards the entrance to the store. We were like "wtf?" And my wife rolls down her window and screams at the guy "what the fuck is wrong with you? You're old enough to know how to act properly in public!" And he turned around and flipped us off?!
Like, we honestly have no idea where he even came from, and why he was so pissed off at us? We were just waiting for a parking spot like people do when they see a car leaving. And he wasn't even the one who was waiting in the car directly behind us. (We couldn't tell if there were other cars behind that one.) But I'm proud of my wife for what she yelled at him. Luckily we didn't see him again inside the store.
The second tale: My mom, wife and I were in a grocery store in a senior community area (near 65+ homes). Unfortunately my mom lives near one of those communities even though she's not part of it. (She's gen X). Anyway, my wife and I are metal heads. satanists, and I'm goth. So it's normal for us to get weird looks when we go places usually.
But anyway, we passed this old boomer guy and he stops my wife, and GRABS the bill of her hat. He starts questioning her about what her hat says on it (It said "antichrist"), and he says "do you think this is funny?" regarding her hat. And she's standing there, quietly warning him to take his fucking hands off her, or she's going to deck him. She said she's not afraid to deck an old person and that he has no right to put his hands on anyone. Basically, my mom and I were just watching in awe and shock. Finally, he takes his hand off her hat bill, and goes about his way, but not without more grumbling. We were utterly shocked by his behavior.
Last tale: AGAIN, at a grocery store... my wife and a friend and I were at the self checkout, about to leave with our items. I was pushing a cart, and so was some boomer lady, who was also headed towards the exit from the right. She looks at me, and stops, so that I can pass her. But we kind of play chicken with each other a couple times, like 'who's gonna go first?' Finally she stands down, and as we continue on our way, she starts yelling at us, "oh sure! GO AHEAD! You young centennials are all the same! So rude and selfish!!!" And I'm just kind of listening to her in shock, but then here comes my wife to the rescue, lol. She yells back at the lady, "do not ever talk to my wife that way you old bitch! You better keep walking!" Or something to that effect. The lady shut up real quick and went to the far exit to avoid us, lol! And yes, she was walking perfectly fine and was not in a wheelchair or had a cane or anything.
There's a theme that I can't help but notice. Why are all my main and worst interactions with entitled boomers at the grocery store? I've seen a lot of other people's stories take place at grocery stores as well.
Also, bravo to my wife for always having something to say back to these idiots.

I turn 30 this year, and I have yet to experience romantic love. It's been one sided relationships after another with some ab*se sprinkled in. I'm in therapy trying to heal from everything but there's days where I don't know if I can keep going?
Does it get better in my 30s? Will I ever be good enough for marriage or to experience being "posted" online like all of my beautiful friends?
Or do I give up? I feel like I've come so far with working on bein a functional person, but if I get another decade of loneliness / suffering I don't know if l*fe is worth being around for especially when I have to watch everyone around me reach these milestones.