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.
What do you guys think? Share your thoughts below!
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Now for a little background my partners mother is incredibly toxic. Ignored her sons mental health, blamed others for his problems and multiple times tried to ruin her sons father's image to me when we started dating.
I'm a very open and out there person, and was taught by my family to express my feelings and not hide. So when I saw my partner hiding his feelings and hiding his issues I told him to stop. To start seeking help and confide in me. Which in turn then turned into him snapping and shouting his true fears and anger at his family when they bugged him.
They then blamed me for his mental health being in the ground and tried to make him leave me, but he chose to stay. Further down the line I had to save him from life attempts and more. This made them hate me more as I asked them many times to help him and said things like he was faking it to it wasn't my business.
Eventually things died down a little. They still told him to leave me but it never worked.
Then last year my mother passed away very abruptly, my partner is a first aider but also someone I need, so I called him to come support me. His mother then told him and his step dad I was FAKING until she was outside and saw ambulances.
This made it hard to see each other.
Things were still tense but died down, later in the year around September time, he moved in with me to escape his family and so we could see each other more and see his family whenever plans where made. Now my fiance is a very introverted person, and rarely makes plans and if he does he usually forgets or cancels. Which often ment he didn't see his family. (They also made no effort to see him) So since Nov ’23 up until yesterday they fought with him.
Telling people I was controlling him and never let him out. When I was actively trying to do the opposite even taking him to my own family outings to include him.
How the issue that's made me make this post.
On our 18th birthday in April we had a small fight as I'm very off with alcohol and don't really like it. He however likes to drink on occasion. We had plans but he went behind my back and planned a small get together when we got home from our plans with his family. Without me. I was upset but understood. I asked him not to drink much as I have a fear of vomiting and couldn't help him if he was drunk. He made a promise to me to be home by 10 and not be drunk. After ignoring me on both and coming home at midnight we fought but sorted the issue. However his mother hated I was messaging him for info. Called me a liar and controlling, saying he wasn't drinking and why does it matter where he is. I struggle with anxiety to an extent my partner made me get life360 so if I was worried I could check. And I had proof he was at a bar and he even showed me he was. Which I showed her and told her as his partner I'm not wrong to want to know he is ok. As I said we as a couple had already sorted the issue, she hadn't.
Over the past few days she's been telling him your coming home ECT ECT.
After the birthday issue I chose to go no contact with her, and if she's was adamant about speaking to me it would have to be in the presence of my father as she's made threats to hit and choke me. Well yesterday she called to say he's coming home now if buts or maybes and that she wanted to speak to me. As I said I didn't want to speak with her. So she threatened to come to our house. We told her no but she still came.
She shouted at my partner for nearly an hour to come down, to drag me to her to chat, even going as far to say I do bad things to him, speak for him and control him, threading to call the police and say I was no treating him right.
As 18 year olds home alone I was scared, I called my father for advice and was told "either you call the police or I will and I won't hold my tongue" (references the threats she's made to me) so I did, the police came and took a statement and left.
Now this morning his mother basically said you have chosen to cut me off. (My family have said it was just a blackmail message) Saying she won't be there and how there relationship is over.
He was upset but told me it wasn't my fault but he did wish I just spoke to her.
His best friend who also doesn't like me for the "controlling" reasons. Has now told his gf who was also my friend that I've ruined him ECT ECT and she's now dropped me.
I've tried for almost 5months to avoid fights and I still ruined his mother, best friend and my friend. By not speaking. It's highly likely any of the people from the story may find this.
Apologies for formatting and errors , on mobile and dyslexic. + Stressed fast typing.
TLDR: PARTNERS MOTHER HATED I HELPED HER SON AND HE DIDNT SEE HER SO SHE SCREAMED AT US AND THE POLICE WERE CALLED AND SHE DISOWNED MY PARTNER.

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Hi all,
I just wanted to share my story of primary hypothalamic amenorrhea recovery with you all in the hope that it will inspire any of those who find themselves in a similar situation, as I haven't seen many stories like mine on this sub and I was always searching for them myself when I was going through it.
So, my story goes that I was a normal child and was quite developed for my age around 11/12 and looked as though I would probably start my period within the next year or so, like my mum and sister had done. However, at this age, I developed an eating disorder and also began to run competitive cross country. The development that I had (boobs, hair etc) remained, but as I lost weight, I didn't develop any further and I didn't start my period.
By age 15 I still had no sign of a period and I was still running a lot, even though my relationship with food was a bit better and I had a healthy BMI (19.5). My mum took me to see a gynaecologist who did bloods and an ultrasound which came back saying my oestrogen was very low and that my uterus was not fully developed. The doctor strongly recommended putting me on oestrogen to develop my body and uterus before I reached adulthood and also hoped that the oestrogen might kickstart my period. He wasn't sure of the cause of my primary amenorrhea (this is called primary not secondary because I had never had a period before and so I didn't have one to lose) and whilst he said it could be running, he also said I was a healthy weight and that I should just carry on as normal.
So I did, I took the oestrogen, grew boobs, my uterus developed and I carried on running competitively, like 50 miles a week, aged 15!! (Crazy to look back on and think that I thought this was normal!!) Anyway, surprise surprise, I didn't get a period. By age 17, the doctor decided to put me on the combined pill to induce a withdrawal bleed and make sure I didn't have any issues with bone strength, so I did that, had my first bleed but still did not stop running. The doctor said I was fine, that I should just stay on the pill until I wanted to have kids at which point he would give me drugs to help me ovulate as my ovaries looked fine and my AMH levels were good. Anyway, I just carried on with my life and assumed that I could never get a period on my own.
Throughout my early 20s, I began reading up a bit more about hypothalamic amenorrhea and wondered if it was what I might have, but I couldn't be sure because I could only ever find stories about women who had gotten their periods and then lost it, not people like me who had never even had one. The people who hadn't had one seemed to have issues with their pituitary gland, which I didn't have, so I just couldn't work out what was the matter with me and I felt like a freak!
Aged 22, I was still running but my relationship with food was a lot better, and so I decided to come off the pill again to have a check-up. This time, the ultrasound showed that my ovaries looked polycystic, and so that was the diagnosis I was given for STILL not having a period. But it didn't seem to add up. I had no other symptoms of PCOS (excess body hair etc), my weight was normal, my oestrogen was on the lower side and my LH to FSH ratio was low not elevated like in PCOS, but that's what the doctor said it was, so...you guessed it, I went back on the pill and carried on with my life, which included lots of exercise.
Anyway, in the last couple of years I went through a trauma that meant I quit running completely, and just lived my life. I did lots of walking, ate what I wanted and gained about 10-15lbs taking me from a BMI of 19-20 to 21-22. At this time, I also began to read more about amenorrhea recovery and books like "No Period Now What," and how often people like me can be misdiagnosed with "lean PCOS," especially as I was nowhere near clinically underweight. So, given that I had stopped running and had gained weight, and because my husband and I would like kids in the next few years, I decided to do my own experiment, I came off the pill, and after a couple of months, would you believe it, I got my FIRST NATURAL PERIOD AGED 29 YEARS OLD!!!
I couldn't believe it, I had always had withdrawal bleeds on the pill, but because of what I had been told all my life that the switch in my brain that made me have a period was just somehow broken, I honestly believed I could never have a period on my own. I thought all these secondary amenorrhea recovery stories could never apply to me because I had never had one in the first place, and I just assumed my body no longer knew how to do it, but it DID!! I wish to god someone had just told me when I was a teenager that if I stopped running and gained weight, I would have gotten my period, that even though my body was a healthy weight, it wasn't a healthy weight FOR ME! I feel let down by doctors and sports coaches who encouraged me to keep running and told me I was so healthy, when it could have saved me so much stress, anxiety, and possibly future health issues if I'd just let my body get to be where it had needed to be all those years ago. But I also wanted to share this story to let you know how truly and incredibly resilient our bodies are!! If I can recover after never having a period for 29 YEARS! You can do it too! Hope is not lost and you must have faith in your body's ability to heal. My periods are still quite irregular now, (long cycles between 40-60 days) but I hope they will get more regular over the next year or so and that my husband and I can start a family!
Anyway, I'm sorry for the very long post - but I wanted to share this story with you in the hope that it inspires you to keep going with recovery - you got this!! xxx

The title was abit of a clickbait but I am still very disappointed with my results. However, I know that I’m not entitled to anything and I am still grateful for the offers I have received. Nevertheless, I wanna share my thoughts on this entire college application process. Anyway congrats to all of y’all for ur acceptances.
Background: I am from the top high school in my country (Singapore). We must take national exams to enter middle school and another exam to enter high school equivalent. I have done well for both exams and have entered the arguably best high school in the nation. For context, my school send over 70 students most out of any high school in the world btw (out of 200 that applied) to Oxbridge every year. This just shows the academic ability of my school since UK schools only look at test scores. My school has an average SAT of 1530 and I’m only slightly above average (I guess that hurt my application). I have the US green card so I’m considered a domestic applicant. The curriculum in Singapore is in my opinion the toughest in the entire world. Think about IB curriculum or uk a levels but twice as hard. We learnt linear algebra, calculus, differential equations, complex numbers (in year 10/11) and linear regression, permutations and combinations, and other statistics (in year 12) as part of our normal curriculum. We learnt organic chem as early as year 10 and we learnt quantum / nuclear physics and other advanced concepts. Just some notable contents we learnt as part of our normal curriculum. Ohh yea and I have attended two summer schools at HYPSM and i knew friends who did too. We were getting top in class (with relative ease ngl) among college students (from HYPSM) even though we were high school students. The exams we had there were just way easier… I’m pretty sure we covered most of the freshman/sophomore content in high school already but just our internal high school exams were harder. I was on one of the sports team in my school (we were the champions of the entire nation almost every year). We had national players on the team so we all trained super hard. Most of the time, our trainings end at 9pm and I would go home to study until 2am. Basically we must study for 6-8 hours every day outside of school and even more during the weekend/holidays.
It was my dream to enter a top school in the US. That’s why I did everything I could to build my portfolio, maintain a decent result (definitely not the best since my school is a top school). I would say my portfolio is definitely better than 90% of the students in my school since I know I wanted to apply to US colleges. I loved my essays and interviews. I think my letters of recommendations are decent.
My heart absolutely sank as I opened my decisions. I got rejected by every Ivy League and + school. I know it was going to be hard but not a single one?? I did everything I could and I still couldn’t get in one? I have neglected my personal well-being as well as human connections and still, I felt dejected, I felt lost…
I would be honest, I expected I wasn’t good enough for HYPSM but I thought that I could get into one lower tier ivies or other top school.
It might sound like I’m complaining but I do think the college application process is not entirely fair (I’m not diminishing any of yall acceptances y’all definitely deserve them) especially for students studying overseas. First of all, GPA/class rank. This isn’t exactly fair for schools that operate outside of the US. I am pretty sure the top 50% of the students in my school could go to another average high school and be valedictorian easily in Singapore. To put this into more context, if we were to convert our curriculum to IB, we would easily be the best IB school worldwide. ACSI is another top sch in Singapore has the highest average IB score worldwide with over 50% getting 42. My high school is better than ACSI so I’d assume at least half the students will get 43 and above and over 30% will get 45.
I know AO looks at school context but I think they’re saying that as in they look more at the resources given to schools rather than the prestige or quality of students in the school. Which brings me to the next point. Standardised testing. Most schools made this optional and UC even made it test blind. How are schools supposed to judge the quality of candidates if they don’t sit for the same exam. (Btw I heard ppl saying how easy it is to cheat during SAT, the teachers don’t even care if the students were checking answers or talking to each other). I got a 1550 for my SAT but once again me being in a top high sch has disadvantaged me since my school has an average of 1530… lastly, essays. I am a good writer but my life just isn’t as interesting… therefore my essays definitely isn’t that unique (like surviving a war, meeting the president etc) I guess. Why can’t US schools focus more on academics just like the uk schools??
I know I sound like I’m complaining a lot and I know there are other students out there more qualified than me that did not get into a top school too. I just needed a place to voice out my opinion/frustration. I have been feeling crushed and devastated so I hope y’all can understand. I will be heading to the UK for undergrad this year and I hope I can get into a top US school for PhD. Perhaps UK was a better fit for me……

There is a girl at my daughter’s extra curricular activity. She is 13. In the past few months, there have been numerous accusations of startling behavior surrounding this kid. She’s very hyper sexual. And has manipulated a few of the other girls into doing sexual favors for her. There were several FaceTime calls where she’d convince a girl to strip naked, and do things to herself, and the manipulator would quickly add a bunch of other kids to these calls. There are hundreds of graphic, vulgar text messages. On top of all of this, the kid is a bully. She’s really mean and toxic. My kid was not involved in any of the sexual stuff. Besides inconspicuously answering a FaceTime call where a girl was standing there naked. So I can’t press charges or anything. The other moms and I were going back and forth about calling CPS, because we all believe that something has happened to this kid. We don’t have any proof though. I don’t know if we can call and say what I’ve said above (in more detail of course). I’ve always heard that kids that perpetrate like this sometimes have been abused themselves. Maybe someone who works for CPS can give me some advice? I know you guys are already overworked, and I don’t want to abuse CPS and make reports on “gut feelings”. Thank you so much for taking the time to read.

I just had this epiphany that OLD is supposed to make dating easier - infinitely easier - by removing the in person connection and getting down to the details of who your next potential partner could be. You know, window shopping for a great partner...
But that ultimately, in reality, it makes it far more difficult.
Meeting someone IRL can potentially provide much more detail and context about a person, in a shorter amount of time than OLD. Encounters could be brief or last until whatever time the individuals choose to end the day and go to bed. But whatever the time period of the encounter, regardless of intent, some sparks had to fly and afterwards the spark was either fanned or snuffed out.
And this got me wondering about whether the concept was on the right track in the beginning; was online dating aimed mostly at hookups - and then it was adopted by more people seeking LTR - but the underlying mechanics don't support that intent?
Or do the mechanics work fine, it's just people are the problem?
Reading posts in this sub - it's just sad to see that some apps that were meant to make finding a match easier and more fun; ironically require much more time to be invested with time delayed chats, and time lost to being stood up or dates ending poorly. All while encouraging more shallow, vain human interaction...
And this inevitably causes people to be more jaded and guarded towards others; and likely could be one of the root causes for a much more divided society?
I was just wondering what other people's thoughts were on this?

So I am 26 years old. I am from Melbourne Australia. I am single and I live with my mother, my step-dad, my brother and my sister in law who have just moved back in recently after having moved out of home 3 years ago, but have moved back in to save money to eventually move out into the country somewhere. They are not really city/suburb people. The prefer regional/rural areas.
Anyway, the problem in our family is my step dad. I would say for the last 5-6 years, he has withdrawn alot from us. He spends the majority of his time (when he is not at work) sitting outside smoking, drinking and watching YouTube videos on his phone. We barely see him except for weekends because he works the afternoon/evening shifts.
When we do see him on weekends, he barely ever wants to do anything with us. We are always inviting him out to do things with us, but the majority of the time, he says no and uses the excuse of staying home to look after the dogs to get out of it. The only thing that we really do anymore is watch our show together on Saturday nights (if we haven't got something on, which we often do), but even that he is starting to lose interest in.
He also get sick quite often. He has a really bad cough due to his heavy smoking. I have never smoked in my life. My mum, brother and sister in law have, but they have all given up regular cigarettes now and either vape or use marijuana. I would honestly prefer if they just ditched the vapes and just smoked the marijuana to be honest and I have never had a problem with people who smoke pot as long as you do it safely and don't drive on it. It smells way better than cigarettes or the horrible artificial smell of vapes. Anyway, that's not the point.
He (my step dad) has also claimed to be on a meat and dairy only diet for the past couple of years now, basically the complete opposite of a vegan, yet we constantly see him eating bread, chips and other regular foods that are not part of his carnivore diet. He also makes a massive mess in the kitchen every time he cooks his food and never cleans it up because he cooks and attempts to clean in the dark without the light on.
We all think (myself, mum, my brother and sister in law) all think he had some severe health problems like potentially lung cancer and maybe even early onset dementia, but her just will not go to the doctor.
My brother and sister in law even said that one of the main reasons they moved out in the first place 3 years ago was because of how uncomfortable they felt around him and now they are saying the exact same thing again. They said it again literally tonight.
He also does not have a very good relationship with either of his biological children (my step brother and step sister). He says that he wishes that he talked to and saw them more, yet he makes little to no effort to see them or spend time with them outside of special occasions like birthdays, despite the fact that his son lives 10 minutes around the corner. His daughter lives a few hours away, but you would think he would make the time to see her more often, especially since his daughter now has a daughter, making him a grandfather.
He also sleeps in a completely separate room to my mum too which I believe severely impacts their relationship. Couples who do not sleep in the same bed together (for the most part) I believe do not wore every well in general. Now to be fair, this is mainly due to the fact that he snores very loudly and has too wear a massive CPAP machine at night which would keep mum awake, so he eventually just moved into the spare room. That part of it I get, but it's still not ideal.
And the worst part is, all that is just scratching the surface. My mum is constantly ranting and complaining to me about how much she has had enough and is fed up with him just doing nothing and not wanting to be a part of the family any more and just retreating into himself and I completely agree with her as well.
My mum and step dad have been together for 20 years this year, but I know for a fact that she does not love him anymore and wants to break up with him and end the relationship. Not only has she flat out told me this in private, but she wouldn't even have to tell me for me to know.
The biggest problem however and the primary reason why she won't separate from his is money. They have a mortgage for the house in both their names, many contracts are in both their names as well for things that we have done to the house like adding the solar panels, the battery backup for the solar panels, the renovations etc. A few joint accounts too.
Mum has told me so many times that if she were to win the lottery, she would leave him in a heartbeat. The money side of things and so many things being in both their names makes the situation so much harder. Mum has also said that she could not afford to live in our house if they split up as just a one person salary would not cover everything. I currently do not have a job and am actively;y looking for a new one after leaving a toxic work environment recently, but I do my part by paying for the houses monthly internet bill which lowers the cost of my board and my brother and sister in law also chip in in their way, but I still don't know if that would be enough.
Now of course, I love my step dad. I really do. He has been my main father figure in my life for the past 20 years since my mum divorced my real dad in 1999 when I was 2 years old. I still see my real dad on a regular basis and we have a good relationship, but I obviously have not lived with him 24/7 like I have with my step dad for 20 years. It's just that unfortunately, he is just not working in our family anymore and something has to change.
I guess what I am asking for is some advice and some help. Is there a way that we can move on from him? Is there a way where we can get him out of our lives without our lives being shaken up in the process. We have lived in this house for 18 years and it is our home. The thought of moving somewhere else just because we wouldn't be able to afford it anymore is heartbreaking to me. I know I may eventually move out one day if I get a girlfriend or whatever, but more heartbreaking for my mum than anything else.
So my question to you all is, has anyone out there reading this experienced the same sort of thing I have just described to you and if so, how did you manage to get out of it (if you did) and get your family back again? Any sort of advice or information or whatever else you can give me would be so much appreciated.
Thank you for reading and listening.

noticed this post in the Alevel subreddit, so lets make an olevels version of it!
a few hilarious things from the alevel post:
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• So today in my bio paper the girl in front of me decided mid exam to give herself a fish tail braid rather odd when everyone else is writing like their life depend on it (u/stockleyacademia)

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• I've seen someone fall asleep within the first 5 minutes of an exam starting. (u/CSApplicant101)

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• During my o levels this one kid could not keep his laughter in and he kept giggling under his breath. The invigilator asked him what was so funny and that is when his laughter exploded, the whole class started laughing including the invigilator. It was a small room. (u/sufferinfromsuccess1)

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• There was a girl crying during maths and she peed herself 😭 (u/holiestkiss)**

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• Some girl got up onto her desk and ripped up her paper - it was math (u/StfuJohnny)

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• A girl who was taking arabic sitting next to me. every time i’d glance at her she would be reading the passages in the paper like it was an actual book. Never saw her write a thing in the 2 hrs we were in there. walked out without an inch of anxiety on her face. queen behavior. (u/Drilling-Pickle)

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• At the end of the math exam this year, there was this dude next to me (retaking the exam) who was going through his paper and loudly whispering “Yes! YES” while happily smiling and waving his hands around. (u/NoAverageMe)

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• Saw a guy take a nap during a history exam. Woke up with a confused look, saw everyone else writing furiously, then grabbed his pen and started scribbling furiously about... the French Revolution as a fashion show (u/Kellywatson7886)

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• During a GCSE geography practise exam and we were in our classroom that had a floor that when you walked over it, it made a loud noise. The teacher who wears high heels walked through the class room and her shoes made such a noise that everyone stopped and watched what she was doing. When she left the room, someone at the back of the classroom said ‘And that’s how earthquakes are made’. Everyone laughed at that, it took a minute if so for everyone to calm down and get back to their papers (u/RainbowRevolver)

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• During Chem GCSE, kid two seats behind me on the right just starts barking, then begins meowing. He’s obviously playing around with his mates given by how he’d turned his chair around to face them. Invigilators did nothing. (u/idonotexist20)

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• During an AS exam when an examiner left the room some guy (external candidate) pulled out a can of beer took a huge gulp, then reached back to his bag and retrieved a pack of cigarettes and a lighter. He lit it, took a puff then put it out and threw it back in his bag. We never found out who the guy was, but I still think he’s a legend. (u/Plus-Deal-1669)

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and thats all i had time for!!
personally the most exciting thing in my exams (first time, O2) was literally ''Welcome on behalf of the British Council. I am your exam supervisor...'' I LOOKED FORWARD TO IT CAUSE IT WAS THE ONLY THING THAT WASNT A BORING WAIT. oh well.
any funny experience you all had? (cmon we're MUCH more funnier than those depressed alevel kids -_-)
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Last month a person contacted me for tutoring his two children.I took the demo class of maths and science. The kids were vey weak in their foundations. I asked few questions which a 5th or 6th grader could easily answer but both these kids in 9th grade were blanking out. Like the kids who have heard of molecules but not of atoms. Considering how weak the kids were and how far their home was from mine, I quoted them 1000/ bucks for an hour for a single child. It means that if they hire me, it will cost them upto 48k per month.
As I expected, The parents refused to hire me. They were looking for someone who can teach both their kids under 20k per month and they have most likely found a tutor. One of my friends told me that I should have negotiated the price and could have quoted them 30k. By not doing that, I have missed a financial opportunity. Now this friend of mine has always called me impractical and it made me rethink the situation.
I have been tutoring for more than a decade now. When I take lectures, I speak continuously most of the time giving myself a sore throat and exhaustion. I spend a lot of extra time on students for which I don't charge a single penny. I have worked in IITs and has fair exposure in research. I am a dedicated tutor and I expect to be paid accordingly. The person who asked for a demo is a senior government official. His wife is also working and most likely run a small business. They live in a very posh area of delhi. The kids study in the top most chain of schools. These are the kind of people who go to the expensive holiday destinations, hang out in the ridiculously expensive cafes but when it comes to investing in knowledge and education, they wanna cut corners. I realized this and that's why I never called them back. I have taught kids for free but those who really needed my help.
Am I seriously impractical in this scenario? If similar situation were to come in future, should I consider negotiating my price? What would you have done?

Once, the girl I love (she has moved on) was in a horrible time in her life, where she was actually thinking about suicide for some time... One day, after receiving an email saying that she had not overcome the test to enter the film academy she hoped to attend, she was desperate and saw no way out of that terrible situation. I made the biggest mistake in cases like these: I started looking for pragmatic solutions to her problem when the only thing I should have done was take the first available flight and go to Spain to see her (we had been in a long-distance relationship for almost 2 years). I too was in a difficult moment, having just moved to another city, alone, dissatisfied with my life and my choices... I was the only person with whom she felt she could open up and someone with whom she could share her weight... but I gave in, and to yet another negative response to my proposals I replied with this message: "so what do you want to do? just kill yourself?!" we argued and argued for a long time that day. needless to say that a couple of months later, after many discussions and almost total distancing on her part, we break up. she asked me to leave her. Now she's fine, she has new friends, a new boyfriend,I can't find out more, but I know she's fine, and I hope with all of myself that she's happy. I can only imagine what it felt like reading that message, that the person you need most, on whom you rely, one of the few things that gives away a glimmer of hope to stay alive: he disappoints you by breaking and praising you by giving that sentence, how much pain could she have tried? how can someone say they love another person and write that message, on such a difficult and disappointing day... how could they then even just want to hear the name of the boy who disappointed and hurt her so deeply and seriously? it happened two years ago now, since then I have never had a restful night's sleep, a day in which I didn't think about what I had done, a time in which I didn't feel like gagging when I looked at myself in the mirror. I'm sick, I've been sick for two years and my life goes on by inertia, and now it's too late to talk about it to my friends, rightly bother to hear me talk about my ex... and then, knowing this about me, what would they think? ? I disappointed and failed the woman to whom I had promised eternal protection and care, to whom I had assured support and security, I can't stand it anymore but I can't do anything other than continue to live with that moment, that message, stuck in the my eyes, feeling it burn like a brand on my back. I tried to contact her again but she made it clear that she didn't want to have anything to do with me, I don't blame her, but I miss her like crazy and maybe I've become a little crazy because of it.
she will probably never read these words, and it's better this way, it wouldn't change anything anyway, I tried to make up for it in every way, except going there in person, things she asked me not to do, and so I obeyed. there is no ending to this message, rambling and badly written... it's just an outburst from a person who can no longer live every day in the same head as the boy he hates, in the same body as the one he hates. he destroyed the most precious and important relationship I have ever had, I understood all this too late, as usual, I always arrive too late.

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My boyfriend (27M) and I (27F) have been together for about 3 years. I love him a lot, and our relationship is the best relationship I’ve ever been in, hands down. But while I still feel like there are things to sort out, he has expressed many times that he knows he wants to marry me and have kids with me, etc. For some reason, that is making me feel crazy—how can he be so sure while I am not?
Background on long distance: Currently, I live in Los Angeles and he lives in Miami. I just moved to L.A. in December, because I have always wanted to live there, I have a good amount of friends there from school and summer camp, and I feel like right now I’m not tied down with home owning or kids or taking care of my parents, etc. so now is a good time to try a new city, try new adventures. (my two bests girl friends also agreed to move to L.A. with me, so even more reason!). He doesn’t really understand that mindset and hasn’t have the urge to try a new city, so while I would’ve been happy if he came with me, I was very transparent that I didn’t want him to come JUST for me, I wanted him to want to come a little for himself—and since no part of him wanted to come, he stayed. I have loved it so far, and although he obviously wishes we were together, he is mostly supportive. I’ve done long distance before, so I wasn’t worried about it going into it. Actually, at first, he said he didn’t want to do long distance at all, and we were planning to break up, but he changed his mind and honestly it hasn’t been bad. I’ve been busy with work and he’s writing a book, so it’s given us both time to focus on our other duties in life. Sometimes he will make comments like, “well we could do that together…if you were here” but I understand he’s just trying to cope. I have a lot of friends and at times he does seem to get jealous of me spending time with them or if I mention I met a new acquaintance that is a man, but I would NEVER cheat on him as he has a history of being cheated on, and that’s simply just not something I have an urge to do. I love him very much.
Family background: He has a pretty nuclear family; mom, dad, two brothers and a sister. They all get a long and while his whole family is pretty loud, and they sometimes fight, it’s never really been a question on if his parents would stay together or not. The one thing that does bother me is that his mother does take on the stereotypical “nagging” wife/mom role, the butt of a lot of jokes…which is kind of my nightmare. On the other hand, my parents divorced when I was 3 because my mom cheated, and my mom moved away to Montana. I don’t have a great relationship with my mom, but I have done a lot of therapy and worked through a lot of the trauma that came with their separation/ her abandonment. Proud to be doing well, and proud of how much work I’ve put in to get here. I think because of this, I’m obviously more risk averse when it comes to marriage—though I do know that I want to be married and I do want kids, I obviously think it’s a big decision and for my future kids (and myself! And my partner!) it’s not something I take lightly. Don’t get me wrong, I’m far from cynical about marriage. I just want it to be a thoughtful decision. I naturally worry about losing my independence but think with the right person, it can be a beautiful partnership.
He wants to be married soon, and wants kids sooner rather than later. He’s kind of expressed that he feels like his current life is on hold until he is married and has kids—that life before that is not “real” life. And he says he knows that I’m 100% the person he wants to do it with. I think he COULD be that person, but I feel like there are some deep talks we still need to have. Anytime I ask him what he thinks our life would look like in 5 years, location-wise or financially or even just how we spend our free time, he just says “I don’t know, we will figure it out.” It feels like he thinks everything will just spell itself out for us once we get married…but I would like to know at least some of the direction of the path that I am signing up for. He is not an overly ambitious person career wise, and I’m more of an overall planner and more career oriented, so I feel like I will end of making a lot of the big decisions on my own and will will be the bigger breadwinner, which is fine…but it doesn’t feel like the equal partnership I’ve always dreamed of. I know not every bucket of life (finances, childcare, housework, etc.) can be split 50/50, but I think the splits should be distributed enough that one person doesn’t carry too much. Which IMO, which is what led to my parents divorce. And with a single father raising me, I had to be very independent and take care of a lot of things myself. And I’m good at it. But after 2.5 decades of it, I am tired. I want a partner who I can fall back on and who can take care of me sometimes. My BF is great at doing this in the short term, but I fear his rose colored glasses about marriage are clouding his ability to be able to really understand the practicalities/realities/challenges of building a life together. I’m worried it’s been a good fit for where we were in our lives in our mid twenties, with the same circle of friends, but maybe incompatible for the long run. Also, our politics are kind of different, so that’s fun. But something I think I can work with.
But I love him so much :( he is funny and loving and I enjoy the little bubble of life we’ve created thus far. I think he would be a great dad. He makes me feel beautiful, and of course it is nice to hear that someone is so sure about you. But the imbalance in our “sureness” is making me feel like a total asshole. Maybe it would be dumb to throw away this great person…maybe I am letting my childhood get in the way.
As I’ve said, I’ve done a lot of therapy so I am usually pretty good about processing my emotions…but this really has me spiraling lol. And I have talked to my therapist about this too, don’t worry. Just curious about Reddit opinions!!!
TL;DR - My boyfriend (27M) says he’s 100% sure about marrying me (27F) and I don’t understand how he could be so sure and it’s making me less sure, I feel like there is still a lot to figure out.

There. I said it.
And I mean every fucking word of it too.
How did I reach that conclusion? Well, because I have tried and failed to get you guys to stick to Neville's basic teachings
And not just me. Many people over here who post their stories and thigs they have learnt - you guys read it, say "THANK YOU FOR THE WAKE UP CALL! I SOOOO NEEDED IT RN!"
And then you go off, do it for a couple of days and then BACK TO SQUARE ONE. A-fucking-GAIN! 😒🔪
⛄️ The best example of this is a guy, my former friend, who reached out to me here, asking for help with money. This was about 3 years ago in 2021.
He desperately needed money. I told him the HOW. Also suggested a scene which is as universal as it gets.
Even a beginner can do it with 100% success rate, I am fucking sure of that.
🤷🏻‍♀️ And still, he'd be like -
"I just can't feel anything when I do this. Maybe I should try something different."
Then he moved forward to a scene where he is fucking floating in money. 🙄
That got him a absolutely nowhere because Neville explicity asked us to create a scene in which we are doing what we would NATURALLY DO once the desire is ours.
And I fucking doubt any of us would fLoAt in money now, would we? 😒
So he ultimately moved on from that scene as well.
This went on for MONTHS. MONTHS!
He refused to go to sleep on time so that he can actually have some time put aside for SATS before sleep.
He refused to obsess about it. He'd constantly text me about stuff related to his desire, even though I REPEATEDLY asked him to modify his routine in a way that he stays busy doing stuff he loves. So that he isn't sitting there all day thinking about WHYYY the money isn't coming and all that shit.
And, frankly, our daytime doubts don't really hurt someone who is taking their wish fulfilled into sleep. ✨️
But then, he wasn't doing THAT either.
Ultimately, he asked ME to manifest the money for him.
I couldn't. Because I didn't really want to. I was simply too busy with my own stuff. But mostly I didn't do it because he was being a spineless and lazy student. 🤷🏻‍♀️
AS ARE MOST OF YOU HERE!
You don't wanna put what you learnt into application. You don't wanna go through the uneasiness those first couple of weeks bring.
And I am telling you guys, that'll get you NOWHERE, unfortunately.
✨️ Neville once said in his lecture -

"If you know it, then don't just know it DO IT. Apply. Application is important."

So at least listen to HIM.
You OWE YOUR INNER SELF that much discipline at least. ✨️
Give this lecture a listen. I listen to it every single day. Sometimes multiple times a day. So much that I know it by heart now.
HERE IT IS.
This one will clear ALLLLL the doubts you have regarding SATS and deliberate manifestation in general.
Until next time,
R A I N ☔️

I have my CPA (inactive) and spent a few years in Accounting and Finance, but have (unfortunately) spent the past 10 years in Compensation (a subset of HR) due to a variety of reasons, most of which were not worth it/valid. I've spent the majority of my 14 years since graduation working in Excel and I don't mind that at all - but am hoping to try something different or new that I might enjoy more, or succeed farther in. For some reason despite being a smart, really hard worker (wow do I sound confident!), I haven't made it past the Anaylst levels.
I have been wainting to change my field of work for years now but not sure what I could easily (or more so realisitcally) pivot to. Doesn't help that I currently have 2 kids under 3 at home, but I feel like I need to finally make the change for myself and hopefully them.
Would getting an MBA part time eventually be beneficial in my career change journey? Asking anyone who has been to business school for real world advice. I always assumed I would get my MBA but time and life just flew by and here I am.
Any advice is appreciated!! Thank you for reading!!

I was just offered a spot in NTU Comp Science with a 2nd major in Business starting in 2026
Some context, I'm currently serving NS (won't go into detail but I'm stay out so I have quite a lot of free time) and I just graduated from JC, and I am a very paranoid fella who yes I got 2 years but I know I confirm very fast fall behind if I don't start prepping
Earlier today I looked through some blogs and reddit posts for advice and the gist of what I read was revise some maths and maybe start self-learning Python, but I'm kinda interested in finding out more in depth into what I could do to prepare as those blogs etc were quite outdated and like no explanation at all yk plus it had like absolutely no advice on that Business major too LOL
If anyone's willing to share their experience into this double major nonsense, please do, and if you have any advice for how to prepare myself, maybe in depth into what H2 math subjects to study, or anything at all I can start doing to prep, genuinely anything is appreciated
TL/DR - I just graduated from JC, got 2 years before I get into NTU Comp Sci 2nd Major Business, looking for any advice whatsoever

***OPPORTUNITY TO DONATE TOWARD A GOOD WORK FOR THE KINGDOM***
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This is Shane again from The Way Council. Hoping some of you checked us out on Facebook (link). Please like/follow if you like what we are doing and want to support our growth.
When I launched The Way Council, I envisioned a ministry that takes action to have real-world impact. Our mission is to share the good news of the Messiah, advance Messianic Torah observance, and grow the Messianic faith movement. We are motivated to do good works and to inspire others in the Messianic / Torah observant movement toward good works, in accordance with the words of the Messiah and His apostles (e.g., see Matt. 5:14-16; Matt. 25:40; Gal. 6:9-10; Eph. 2:10; 1 Tim. 6:17-18; Heb. 10:24; Jas. 2:14-17).
There are many ways to serve and to help our brothers and sisters in the faith. When I see opportunities from others within our community, I will continue to share them. And though this is a new ministry, I want us to not delay in doing good works. Elohim has presented such an opportunity now to help our Messianic Torah observant brothers and sisters in Pakistan. House of Hope is a ministry that spreads the Word and disciples the faithful in their community in the ways of the Messiah and the Torah. They are asking for a donation to provide 50 audio bibles to their local community to support their efforts.
I have created an online fundraiser to provide them with the funds they need for this effort. This is a great opportunity for us to pull together as a community and do a good work for others in our community. During this season of counting the omer between Firstfruits and Shavuot, it is commonly practiced to donate to a worthy cause. I am strongly urging you, my brothers and sisters, during this season to please donate to House of Hope and be a part of spreading the Word to those desperately in need. Please see the link at the top or bottom of this post to access the fundraiser and read the full details, including a letter from the man who runs House of Hope. It is a relatively small goal and I pray that we are able to meet it.
Thank you, and be blessed~
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Please help me find a book I read from the library sometime around 2015-2018.
The book had a long title. Somehow I remember the title being something along the lines of "Mr. _____ Journal/Diary/Adventure of Strange Creatures", but I could be remembering wrong since I have been unable to find it. The cover was not particularly detailed. I think it basically just featured the title of the book in large letters on the center. Maybe a blueish or grayish background?
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This book was not just a listing of creatures; it had a plot. The main character (a man) was travelling around and documenting strange creatures he came across (or maybe he found bones of the extinct creatures and was trying to figure out what made them extinct?). Every so often the book would have a black and white sketch of a strange creature he came across.
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The book was not a book for really really young kids because it had a lot more text than pictures. I think the book was maybe about 100-200 pages or so, so it wasn't super long or super short.
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The creatures were not the typical fantasy creatures like dragons, griffon's, etc. They were completely original. I remember 4 creatures in the book.
There was some kind of troll creature that lived near the ocean. The trolls found and collected magnetic rocks. I think the magnetic rocks would lure fish closer to them or maybe they were a status symbol of some sort? But gradually the magnets made the trolls get shorter and shorter because of their strong magnetic pull. The magnets probably made the troll creature get extinct because the trolls became too short.
There was also a really big creature with a tiny head. I think the creature was called a "Pinhead".
There was also a cute dandelion puff bunny. They were so light-weight and small that they would get carried away in the wind. I think the bones of this creature were so small and lightweight that the main character almost didn't discover them.
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And finally there was a dog-like creature which became the main characters pet. This is probably the only creature that was not extinct?
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I remember one scene where the main character found someone he liked. But his dog-like pet was either jealous or bored, so he turned green and stinky to scare away the main character's girlfriend. I believe the main character then had to go and asked his pet something along the lines of: "Was that really necessary?" The dog could not talk.
Please help me find this book, it has been bugging me for years!

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