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2024.05.19 10:30 OrbitalSander2 FERAL and UNHINGED [PC] [XB1] [PS]
Hello!
Feral and Unhinged is a chill clan that's looking for some more members. We lost a good portion of people due to the extended season and other games, but we're slowly rebuilding. We put focus on having a good time above all else, and try to cultivate a cosy community while we're at it. Playing with friends is what this game is about after all.
Veteran of the game and just looking to hang out without any pressure? Or even New Light that only started recently, but wants to learn the game in a safe environment where everyone is willing to help out? Both are more than welcome. We have a good mix of both ends of that spectrum, and certainly wouldn't mind having some more cool people tag along for the ride.
We do pretty much everything the game has to offer. Dungeons, Raids, a little less PVP than we used to, but I hope with some new members we can get that Shaxx ball rolling again.
We have no extreme requirements to join whatsoever, except have and use Discord for communication. We ask that you're respectful to other members and stick to our number 1 rule: Be decent.
If you're at all interested, feel free to DM me and we'll get you sorted!
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Feral and Unhinged is a chill clan that's looking for some more members. We lost a good portion of people due to the extended season and other games, but we're slowly rebuilding. We put focus on having a good time above all else, and try to cultivate a cosy community while we're at it. Playing with friends is what this game is about after all.
Veteran of the game and just looking to hang out without any pressure? Or even New Light that only started recently, but wants to learn the game in a safe environment where everyone is willing to help out? Both are more than welcome. We have a good mix of both ends of that spectrum, and certainly wouldn't mind having some more cool people tag along for the ride.
We do pretty much everything the game has to offer. Dungeons, Raids, a little less PVP than we used to, but I hope with some new members we can get that Shaxx ball rolling again.
We have no extreme requirements to join whatsoever, except have and use Discord for communication. We ask that you're respectful to other members and stick to our number 1 rule: Be decent.
If you're at all interested, feel free to DM me and we'll get you sorted!
2024.05.19 10:30 sunflower99_ Am I in the wrong for holding grudges against the ppl that hurt my friends/family/partner?
My (25F) girlfriend and I (24NB) were planning on having just one birthday party for the both of us next month, since our birthdays are only days apart and I'm going to be visiting her (we are long distance) for the week. We thought it was a good idea to have it together. The ppl invited are just her group of friends (for obvious reasons) whom I get along pretty well and already knew beforehand. The issue came around later when she asked me if she could invite another friend to the party that's not really in the group chat, and I told her that since this is a celebration for the both of us, I wouldn't be comfortable with that.
Now, the thing is, I don't like this particular friend at all because of some stuff he did and said in the past (about my gf). They fought and fell apart for a couple of months last year and then at the beginning of this one, after blocking her and removing her from his social media and bad-mouthing her, he asked her to reconnect and talk about it. Apparently a mutual friend convinced him. My gf accepted this and went to have dinner with him and they did talk about it, he apologized for being an asshole but told her that he was just waiting for her to reach out (cause she used to do that when they fought before and now she didn’t). At the end, she told him that they couldn't go back to what they were, but they could see how things go. She asked for my opinion on this and I told her that based on the things he said at the meeting and all that, I wouldn't really trust him, but at the end of the day it was her choice and I'd respect whatever she decided on, whether they are friends again or just acquaintances. That doesn't mean I don't have my own thoughts about it though. He was an immature asshole and he hurt her and made her cry. She was dealing with a lot of intrusive thoughts and had depressive episodes after all went down. I understand she wants to forgive him, and I actually like how she can put all behind them and move on, but I'm not really like that.
Anyways, that was it. She told me she wouldn't want to hang out with him like just the two of them like before, but that she wouldn't avoid him if he happen to be in the same place or hanging out with the same friends.
As far as I know, they haven't been talking at all. But now she told me she wants to invite him to the birthday party and wanted to know how I felt about it. And I was honest. I don't like him and I would rather not see him, if it can be avoided. I wouldn't have said anything if it was just her party, of course, because she has the right to invite whoever she wants, but since it was a celebration for the both of us and since she asked, I guess I thought it would've been nice to have a say and all that. This didn't really sit right with her.
We had a huge fight about it and she told me she wanted to invite him anyways, and if I didn't want him there bc it was my birthday as well, we should do two separate parties so she can invite him to hers. Under normal circumstances, that would've been fine by me. But as I established before, we are long distance. None of my friends or family are going to celebrate with me there, so I think the idea is rather dumb; the only person who's not going to be invited to mine is him, the rest of the guests would be the same and really, would they even want to go to two different reunions with a two day difference just because of this one person? At the end, I told her it was fine and I would just bear with it. I'm not an immature person who's going to fill the room with negative energy just because of this, and the things he did are not really unforgivable crimes to the point I wouldn't want to be in the same room as him. He's just an asshole and a bad friend. I didn't really like the fact that she asked me like I had a choice at all, because at the end it was either we invite him or you make your own party outside of mine, but anyways.
So, that's solved. I can compromise on that and I also understand her point, I guess, since at the end of the day he is (was?) one of her closest friends. I don't know.
The thing that has been bothering me now is that after all of this went down, we talked about it more deeply and she told me that it doesn't make sense that I would hold a grudge towards the people that are in her life, cause the problems she has have all to do with her and whoever that person is and not, well, me.
And I don't really know how to feel about that? I had issues with some friends in the past and ex partners that were toxic, and the ppl around me despise them. I have a complicated relationship with my mom as well, and most of them hold resentment towards her for that reason and I'm aware of this. These problems are none of their business, I know, but I thought it was normal to watch them react to it and form their own opinions toward those people because they hurt me. And I'm dear to them. And it's the same the other way around. If you hurt my friends, I don't like you, whether you are a family member or an ex boyfriend or a toxic friend.
I asked her what does she think about the ppl that hurt me, and she told me she doesn't have any kind of resentment towards them because is not her place. She might not like them bc of their actions, but that's about it. If I decide to forgive them, she welcomes them back into her life as well.
So now I'm wondering, is it wrong of me to hold grudges against someone who hurts the people who are dear to me? Am I the asshole? Should I stop?
I have spoken about this to my friends but I think I need a little more perspective, cause they all behave the same way I do when we are talking about this particular topic.
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Now, the thing is, I don't like this particular friend at all because of some stuff he did and said in the past (about my gf). They fought and fell apart for a couple of months last year and then at the beginning of this one, after blocking her and removing her from his social media and bad-mouthing her, he asked her to reconnect and talk about it. Apparently a mutual friend convinced him. My gf accepted this and went to have dinner with him and they did talk about it, he apologized for being an asshole but told her that he was just waiting for her to reach out (cause she used to do that when they fought before and now she didn’t). At the end, she told him that they couldn't go back to what they were, but they could see how things go. She asked for my opinion on this and I told her that based on the things he said at the meeting and all that, I wouldn't really trust him, but at the end of the day it was her choice and I'd respect whatever she decided on, whether they are friends again or just acquaintances. That doesn't mean I don't have my own thoughts about it though. He was an immature asshole and he hurt her and made her cry. She was dealing with a lot of intrusive thoughts and had depressive episodes after all went down. I understand she wants to forgive him, and I actually like how she can put all behind them and move on, but I'm not really like that.
Anyways, that was it. She told me she wouldn't want to hang out with him like just the two of them like before, but that she wouldn't avoid him if he happen to be in the same place or hanging out with the same friends.
As far as I know, they haven't been talking at all. But now she told me she wants to invite him to the birthday party and wanted to know how I felt about it. And I was honest. I don't like him and I would rather not see him, if it can be avoided. I wouldn't have said anything if it was just her party, of course, because she has the right to invite whoever she wants, but since it was a celebration for the both of us and since she asked, I guess I thought it would've been nice to have a say and all that. This didn't really sit right with her.
We had a huge fight about it and she told me she wanted to invite him anyways, and if I didn't want him there bc it was my birthday as well, we should do two separate parties so she can invite him to hers. Under normal circumstances, that would've been fine by me. But as I established before, we are long distance. None of my friends or family are going to celebrate with me there, so I think the idea is rather dumb; the only person who's not going to be invited to mine is him, the rest of the guests would be the same and really, would they even want to go to two different reunions with a two day difference just because of this one person? At the end, I told her it was fine and I would just bear with it. I'm not an immature person who's going to fill the room with negative energy just because of this, and the things he did are not really unforgivable crimes to the point I wouldn't want to be in the same room as him. He's just an asshole and a bad friend. I didn't really like the fact that she asked me like I had a choice at all, because at the end it was either we invite him or you make your own party outside of mine, but anyways.
So, that's solved. I can compromise on that and I also understand her point, I guess, since at the end of the day he is (was?) one of her closest friends. I don't know.
The thing that has been bothering me now is that after all of this went down, we talked about it more deeply and she told me that it doesn't make sense that I would hold a grudge towards the people that are in her life, cause the problems she has have all to do with her and whoever that person is and not, well, me.
And I don't really know how to feel about that? I had issues with some friends in the past and ex partners that were toxic, and the ppl around me despise them. I have a complicated relationship with my mom as well, and most of them hold resentment towards her for that reason and I'm aware of this. These problems are none of their business, I know, but I thought it was normal to watch them react to it and form their own opinions toward those people because they hurt me. And I'm dear to them. And it's the same the other way around. If you hurt my friends, I don't like you, whether you are a family member or an ex boyfriend or a toxic friend.
I asked her what does she think about the ppl that hurt me, and she told me she doesn't have any kind of resentment towards them because is not her place. She might not like them bc of their actions, but that's about it. If I decide to forgive them, she welcomes them back into her life as well.
So now I'm wondering, is it wrong of me to hold grudges against someone who hurts the people who are dear to me? Am I the asshole? Should I stop?
I have spoken about this to my friends but I think I need a little more perspective, cause they all behave the same way I do when we are talking about this particular topic.
2024.05.19 10:27 xNeverEnoughx I’m the fool for staying
If you happen to see this, I hope you know it’s a letter to you. About how I’ve been going through mental gymnastics for the last 3 months wondering if you love me at all and if I should fight for the love I know I feel for you. Even with you constantly pushing me away, I stayed. I stayed and smiled and was there for you even though it was killing me inside and I was constantly feeling broken and being out back together. There were so many mixed signals. Some days where it seemed like you wanted me there and wanted to be with me and others where it felt like you couldn’t wait for me to just leave.
We talked about how you felt and I was honest and told you how much I loved you but if you wanted to leave, I wouldn’t stop you. All I asked is that you were honest and didn’t stay because of me, that I couldn’t be in a relationship with you if you didn’t feel the same. You assured me that this is what you wanted so we stayed together. The whole month after that you were still so distant but I just put on a smile and made sure you were okay. You were going through a hard time so I knew I’d have to be patient and things wouldn’t go back to normal right away. So I waited and waited for you.
Then a month later, another incident. You told me you were sorry and that you wanted to be with me and assured me it was nothing. We got to have a nice deep conversation after that. It made me feel optimistic because you had never opened up to me before. You always keep me at arms length. You explained how you were really feeling and I was able to understand where you were coming from. Again I stayed because you told me this is what you wanted. This time all I asked was that you not lie to me and just show me you love me. You claimed that you did but never showed it. I told you what I felt I was missing so there wouldn’t be miscommunication or trying to figure anything out. Again I never expected anything to change right away so I waited and gave it time. Which brings us to today. Still nothing.
Not a single attempt has been made to meet my needs while every day I tried to meet the needs you had expressed months ago. Every day I would tell myself I’m doing something wrong and I’m not trying hard enough but I realize it’s not me who’s not trying, it’s you. I’ve been beating myself up for months trying to make this work and keep you happy while I’ve been crumbling on the inside with a smile on my face.
The sad part is, I’ve had this conversation in my head multiple times. And every time I think about voicing my thoughts, I get scared and back down. You’re my only friend, my best friend. You know things about me that no one else will probably ever know. To throw that all away is the scariest thing I’ve ever had to face. You don’t feel the same and have other people you can go to, I have no one. I can’t even hate you or be completely angry with you. I can’t blame you for how you feel. I just feel like an idiot that’s been led on thinking everything’s fine for years before this. Oblivious to probably obvious signs that this was all falling apart. I probably won’t be able to forgive you right away, but I hope you find what you’re looking for. And after some time you decide you want to give this another shot, reach out to me. I’m not gonna stand around and wait for you so don’t assume it’s a guarantee, but you are the one I want to be with, even if I’m the one that’s ending it. In the end you’re the one that didn’t want me, I’m just protecting what’s left of my sanity before you break me completely.
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We talked about how you felt and I was honest and told you how much I loved you but if you wanted to leave, I wouldn’t stop you. All I asked is that you were honest and didn’t stay because of me, that I couldn’t be in a relationship with you if you didn’t feel the same. You assured me that this is what you wanted so we stayed together. The whole month after that you were still so distant but I just put on a smile and made sure you were okay. You were going through a hard time so I knew I’d have to be patient and things wouldn’t go back to normal right away. So I waited and waited for you.
Then a month later, another incident. You told me you were sorry and that you wanted to be with me and assured me it was nothing. We got to have a nice deep conversation after that. It made me feel optimistic because you had never opened up to me before. You always keep me at arms length. You explained how you were really feeling and I was able to understand where you were coming from. Again I stayed because you told me this is what you wanted. This time all I asked was that you not lie to me and just show me you love me. You claimed that you did but never showed it. I told you what I felt I was missing so there wouldn’t be miscommunication or trying to figure anything out. Again I never expected anything to change right away so I waited and gave it time. Which brings us to today. Still nothing.
Not a single attempt has been made to meet my needs while every day I tried to meet the needs you had expressed months ago. Every day I would tell myself I’m doing something wrong and I’m not trying hard enough but I realize it’s not me who’s not trying, it’s you. I’ve been beating myself up for months trying to make this work and keep you happy while I’ve been crumbling on the inside with a smile on my face.
The sad part is, I’ve had this conversation in my head multiple times. And every time I think about voicing my thoughts, I get scared and back down. You’re my only friend, my best friend. You know things about me that no one else will probably ever know. To throw that all away is the scariest thing I’ve ever had to face. You don’t feel the same and have other people you can go to, I have no one. I can’t even hate you or be completely angry with you. I can’t blame you for how you feel. I just feel like an idiot that’s been led on thinking everything’s fine for years before this. Oblivious to probably obvious signs that this was all falling apart. I probably won’t be able to forgive you right away, but I hope you find what you’re looking for. And after some time you decide you want to give this another shot, reach out to me. I’m not gonna stand around and wait for you so don’t assume it’s a guarantee, but you are the one I want to be with, even if I’m the one that’s ending it. In the end you’re the one that didn’t want me, I’m just protecting what’s left of my sanity before you break me completely.
2024.05.19 10:26 Ok_Investigator_6195 Jucy campervan cancellation crisis
My friend and I booked a campervan a few weeks ago through Jucy. Some people in our group dropped out last minute, so we can’t afford the trip now. We were supposed to start the trip today. Jucy says if we cancel within 24 hours, we have to still pay the full amount. But we never completed the online check in, so we never agreed to the rental agreement and I never put my payment details in to pay for the rest of the trip. We paid a deposit when we booked, so I’m worried that they still have my card on file and will charge us for the trip, even though we’re not doing it.
Now when I look on my Jucy portal, it has the trip has a “previous booking” and I’m unable to access the trip details or complete check in. It says my “booking is on the road or complete”.
Thoughts? Do you think Jucy will charge my card for a trip we didn’t take?
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Now when I look on my Jucy portal, it has the trip has a “previous booking” and I’m unable to access the trip details or complete check in. It says my “booking is on the road or complete”.
Thoughts? Do you think Jucy will charge my card for a trip we didn’t take?
2024.05.19 10:25 anonymous090202 I'm just so fucking tired of life.
I wanted to post something regarding my mental health so I made an anonymous account. I am a 15 year old male and honestly there really isn't anything that wrong with my life. Of course I every now and then get yelled at by my parents because I did something wrong, I have trouble dealing with homework, blah blah etc. The typical teenager stuff.
But I occasionally have these moments where I feel so fucking depressed and want to kill myself, not that I would ever do it because I'm genuinely afraid of what will happen after that so don't worry about that for now. I've had small moments of suicidal feelings throughout my teenage years but it's gotten worse as I go through highschool. My life definitely is not as hard as others and I don't do much difficult things in general, but I am so tired of homework, assignments, 4 hours of shitty tutoring every week, some may say I'm blessed, confused on what I'm complaining about since their life is so much worse. Maybe I am. However I'm just genuinely so incompetent in regards to putting in effort, so much procrastination for literally everything, even the things I find joy in. Because of this I get yelled at by my parents because I "don't put enough effort in", and when I get a good mark on something they do praise me, but they also go "you could do better".
I'm sure they think it doesn't matter that much and that I'm overreacting but it just genuinely makes me so angry because I actually fucking tried on it, only for them to give a small compliment. To be clear I love my parents and I'm sure they love me too. They aren't bad parents either it's just that the way they do it doesn't really mix well with me.
Their wishes for me is to get good grades and reports in highschool, get into a good university and get a good job. It makes sense and I'm not against that, it's just the process of getting there, and the fact that I don't know what the fuck I'm gonna do with my life. There's nothing specific I want as a job and the very thought of me slaving away at some average company is something I absolutely don't want. I wish my family was rich or I could redo my life so I had a better chance of becoming something I and my parents would be proud of.
It's bad to do but I also don't want to say anything to anyone, besides maybe my cousin and her friend since they can relate. I probably should get therapy but that's literally saying "my mental health is kinda shit" which I don't want to do. I'll probably get therapy sessions of some sort after I get my own money and settle down independently, if that's even possible and if I haven't killed myself by then.
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But I occasionally have these moments where I feel so fucking depressed and want to kill myself, not that I would ever do it because I'm genuinely afraid of what will happen after that so don't worry about that for now. I've had small moments of suicidal feelings throughout my teenage years but it's gotten worse as I go through highschool. My life definitely is not as hard as others and I don't do much difficult things in general, but I am so tired of homework, assignments, 4 hours of shitty tutoring every week, some may say I'm blessed, confused on what I'm complaining about since their life is so much worse. Maybe I am. However I'm just genuinely so incompetent in regards to putting in effort, so much procrastination for literally everything, even the things I find joy in. Because of this I get yelled at by my parents because I "don't put enough effort in", and when I get a good mark on something they do praise me, but they also go "you could do better".
I'm sure they think it doesn't matter that much and that I'm overreacting but it just genuinely makes me so angry because I actually fucking tried on it, only for them to give a small compliment. To be clear I love my parents and I'm sure they love me too. They aren't bad parents either it's just that the way they do it doesn't really mix well with me.
Their wishes for me is to get good grades and reports in highschool, get into a good university and get a good job. It makes sense and I'm not against that, it's just the process of getting there, and the fact that I don't know what the fuck I'm gonna do with my life. There's nothing specific I want as a job and the very thought of me slaving away at some average company is something I absolutely don't want. I wish my family was rich or I could redo my life so I had a better chance of becoming something I and my parents would be proud of.
It's bad to do but I also don't want to say anything to anyone, besides maybe my cousin and her friend since they can relate. I probably should get therapy but that's literally saying "my mental health is kinda shit" which I don't want to do. I'll probably get therapy sessions of some sort after I get my own money and settle down independently, if that's even possible and if I haven't killed myself by then.
2024.05.19 10:24 MaterialWonderful778 I’m considering breaking up with my boyfriend because we don’t have sex enough.
You know that classic thing where women talk about how all their husbands think about is getting to bed? How annoying it is for them to sexualize everything and touch them all the time?
I have the opposite problem. I’d do anything to feel like he’s sexualizing me. we’re 25, and we’ve been together since 2020. We have never really been like rabbits, but the past year or so we’ve had sex maybe 3 times. Every once in a while he’d push my head down, but it rarely if ever lead to me getting anything in return. It never leads to actual sex… It got to the point that I had to start asking. Even when I did start asking, he really barely did anything and put no enthusiasm into it so I ended it because I can’t stand the lack of feeling like he wants to be there.
He says he just “doesn’t think about it”. But I think about it all the time, I’m incredibly attracted to him and most importantly I think about pleasing him a lot. I love to know he feels good, and it hurts that that doesn’t go both ways. Especially when I’m seeing so many people talk about how all their partner wants to do is sexualize them. He’s a good man, but I feel like I’m wasting my 20s on a dead bedroom.
I can’t tell anyone in my personal life why I’m considering breaking up with him because it’s embarrassing so I figured I’d post it here to get it off my chest :(
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I have the opposite problem. I’d do anything to feel like he’s sexualizing me. we’re 25, and we’ve been together since 2020. We have never really been like rabbits, but the past year or so we’ve had sex maybe 3 times. Every once in a while he’d push my head down, but it rarely if ever lead to me getting anything in return. It never leads to actual sex… It got to the point that I had to start asking. Even when I did start asking, he really barely did anything and put no enthusiasm into it so I ended it because I can’t stand the lack of feeling like he wants to be there.
He says he just “doesn’t think about it”. But I think about it all the time, I’m incredibly attracted to him and most importantly I think about pleasing him a lot. I love to know he feels good, and it hurts that that doesn’t go both ways. Especially when I’m seeing so many people talk about how all their partner wants to do is sexualize them. He’s a good man, but I feel like I’m wasting my 20s on a dead bedroom.
I can’t tell anyone in my personal life why I’m considering breaking up with him because it’s embarrassing so I figured I’d post it here to get it off my chest :(
2024.05.19 10:24 gobstoppershurt Advice
Hello all, I have posted here before about advice for my thyroid issues, I changed my diet and everything!
I saw a doctor recently who told me that since I'm medicated I shouldn't have any symptoms and everything I'm experiencing is all in my head/faking it
She refused to test my free t3/t4
I also had gotten a blood test which showed my ggt levels are super high along with crp
I cant stop sleeping and can barely stay awake for more than 2 hours and I feel very sick all the time. I'm used to being treated badly/not being believed by doctors in the country I live in.
I'm going to try find another doctor but I was wondering if anyone knows if this is all due to hypothyroidism.
Thank you!
Edit: spelling
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I saw a doctor recently who told me that since I'm medicated I shouldn't have any symptoms and everything I'm experiencing is all in my head/faking it
She refused to test my free t3/t4
I also had gotten a blood test which showed my ggt levels are super high along with crp
I cant stop sleeping and can barely stay awake for more than 2 hours and I feel very sick all the time. I'm used to being treated badly/not being believed by doctors in the country I live in.
I'm going to try find another doctor but I was wondering if anyone knows if this is all due to hypothyroidism.
Thank you!
Edit: spelling
2024.05.19 10:24 Hot-Age4220 Cervix open fluid leaking very scared
I am in a terrible and scary situation at the moment and I need your advice or experiences. A week ago I was experiencing very thick and intense discharge. I came to the midwives of the hospital , they took a sample to see if amniotic fluid was leaking or if I had the cervix open and also took a sample to check for any infections. All were negative but discharge was getting intense. Two days ago I had my 22 week morphology scan with a different doc than my OB. The doc saw that my cervix was funnelling quite a lot. He immediately admitted me to the high risk ward and called my doc who came. In the beginning the doc was positive he said ok we will keep u just tonight then you go home and bedrest and I am sure we will reach 34 weeks. Upon my admission they also did about all the tests possible for infection etc. During the night I was feeling a bit weird and that the discharge was getting more watery than the initial mucus so I begged the midwife to check if amnuitic fluid was present and it was. The next day the doc came and told me that my chances of my baby surving are low as he did another ultrasound and saw that the cervix opened from the outside further than yesterday and given that fluid is leaking there is no way we can stitch the cervix or put a pessary. To note that my cervix is not short however just funnelling and now open. Then yesterday he came and said that we have maybe identified the bacteria causing this its ureaplasma and i am being treated for it. I am also on progesterone and magnesium and antibiotics. My doc said that my hope to reach 30 weeks is close to impossible but we will try the best. He told me there is hope but not much. He cannot do surgery either. If by Tuesday nothing changes it will be a great sign and we can think of other treatments. So far I am stable. Anyone had a similar situation? I am so so worried what were your outcomes? Thank you 🙏
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2024.05.19 10:23 Nasu-the-Aubergine Using ChatGPT to reply to comments
I watch people from my niche and leave comments (if I feel like it) from a separate account (because it feels kinda weird to do it from the main channel, like – I watched your video, go watch mine).
I feel a bit paranoid, but there’s a certain creator in the same niche I follow and initially felt kinda connected, but there have been a couple of times (more than a couple actually) where I had a strong feeling she’s using chatgpt to reply to my comments…
As a creator myself, I take my time to watch her content without skipping and then I leave a comment actually related to a video, not something generic like ‘good job!’, because I know that it matters.
Her recent video was one hour long, here’s the comment I left:
As someone who doesn’t have a lot of free time, but still wants to catch up with you on youtube, I have a suggestion - break your weekly vlogs into separate videos. Like: what I eat, my workouts, apps I find helpful, other weight loss vlogers, mental aspect of weight loss + why you should avoid better help, fit checks. Everything you put into this one video, but divided into smaller ones. Anyways, you’re still doing great both with weight loss and editing!
And here’s her reply:
Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback and kind words! I really appreciate your support and your suggestion. Breaking the weekly vlogs into shorter, themed videos is a great idea, especially for viewers with busy schedules. I'll definitely consider creating separate videos for topics like what I eat, my workouts, helpful apps, other vloggers, the mental aspect of weight loss, and fit checks. This way, you and others can easily catch up on specific content without having to watch a longer video all at once. Thank you again for watching and for your input—I'm always looking for ways to improve and make my content more accessible for everyone! Stay tuned for more updates and shorter videos.
And here’s the chat gpt version I got when requesting a reply to my own comment:
Hi! Thank you so much for your suggestion and your kind words! I really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. Breaking the weekly vlogs into separate videos is a great idea, especially for those who are short on time. I'll definitely consider this format to make it easier for everyone to catch up on specific topics like what I eat, my workouts, helpful apps, other weight loss vloggers, the mental aspect of weight loss, and fit checks. Thanks again for your support and encouragement! Stay tuned for more content, and I'm excited to continue sharing my journey with you all!
As a non-native speaker I often fear that I might sound like chatgpt myself, when trying to reply politely. But there are just too many chatgpt-ish patterns in her replies, or am I just seeing things?
I just feel a bit sad that I devote my time to support someone who can’t reply to me without an AI :(
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I feel a bit paranoid, but there’s a certain creator in the same niche I follow and initially felt kinda connected, but there have been a couple of times (more than a couple actually) where I had a strong feeling she’s using chatgpt to reply to my comments…
As a creator myself, I take my time to watch her content without skipping and then I leave a comment actually related to a video, not something generic like ‘good job!’, because I know that it matters.
Her recent video was one hour long, here’s the comment I left:
As someone who doesn’t have a lot of free time, but still wants to catch up with you on youtube, I have a suggestion - break your weekly vlogs into separate videos. Like: what I eat, my workouts, apps I find helpful, other weight loss vlogers, mental aspect of weight loss + why you should avoid better help, fit checks. Everything you put into this one video, but divided into smaller ones. Anyways, you’re still doing great both with weight loss and editing!
And here’s her reply:
Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback and kind words! I really appreciate your support and your suggestion. Breaking the weekly vlogs into shorter, themed videos is a great idea, especially for viewers with busy schedules. I'll definitely consider creating separate videos for topics like what I eat, my workouts, helpful apps, other vloggers, the mental aspect of weight loss, and fit checks. This way, you and others can easily catch up on specific content without having to watch a longer video all at once. Thank you again for watching and for your input—I'm always looking for ways to improve and make my content more accessible for everyone! Stay tuned for more updates and shorter videos.
And here’s the chat gpt version I got when requesting a reply to my own comment:
Hi! Thank you so much for your suggestion and your kind words! I really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. Breaking the weekly vlogs into separate videos is a great idea, especially for those who are short on time. I'll definitely consider this format to make it easier for everyone to catch up on specific topics like what I eat, my workouts, helpful apps, other weight loss vloggers, the mental aspect of weight loss, and fit checks. Thanks again for your support and encouragement! Stay tuned for more content, and I'm excited to continue sharing my journey with you all!
As a non-native speaker I often fear that I might sound like chatgpt myself, when trying to reply politely. But there are just too many chatgpt-ish patterns in her replies, or am I just seeing things?
I just feel a bit sad that I devote my time to support someone who can’t reply to me without an AI :(
2024.05.19 10:22 KinGGaiA Summary & Feedback of Pits in terms of reward structure and Stygian Stone droprate (hint: pls buff Stygian Stones)
So, I was curious to see how pit rewards scale in terms of levels so I decided to testrun Pits from level 1 to 81 and write down the reward structure.
Here we go:
Conclusion:
I'm not saying that the tormented bosses should be free, I'm simply saying that the balance is off atm in terms of pit grinding vs uber boss access, which can, and hopefully will, easily be adjusted.
Sorry for the rant at the end, I just want my shaco & starless skies so I feel very strongly about this :(
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Here we go:
| Pit level | #Materials | lvl - materal ratio | Material type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 10 | +9 | Obducite |
| 5 | 14 | +9 | Obducite |
| 10 | 19 | +9 | Obducite |
| 15 | 24 | +9 | Obducite |
| 20 | 29 | +9 | Obducite |
| 25 | 34 | +9 | Obducite |
| 30 | 39 | +9 | Obducite |
| 31 | 20 | -11 | Ingolith |
| 35 | 24 | -11 | Ingolith |
| 40 | 29 | -11 | Ingolith |
| 45 | 34 | -11 | Ingolith |
| 50 | 39 | -11 | Ingolith |
| 55 | 44 | -11 | Ingolith |
| 60 | 49 | -11 | Ingolith |
| 61 | 20 | -41 | Neathiron |
| 65 | 24 | -41 | Neathiron |
| 70 | 29 | -41 | Neathiron |
| 75 | 34 | -41 | Neathiron |
| 80 | 39 | -41 | Neathiron |
| 81 | 40 | -41 | Neathiron |
- Pits scale completely linear in terms of rewards. If level 10 gives you 19 mats, then lvl 20 will give you 29 and so on. This doesnt seem to change at any point.
- Killtime and/or deaths have no effect on the rewards. Whether u die 3 times and kill it 1s before the timer is over or blast through it in 2 mins doesn't make a difference.
- Speed is key. If you need 3 mins to clear a pit 65 but 10 minutes to clear pit 89, you're way better off sticking to 65. Just to put this into perspective: If you clear pit 65 in 3 minutes, you'd have to clear pit 89 in less than 6 minutes for it to be more efficient. And the difference in monster HP gets crazy as I'm sure people have noticed by now when they start reaching their current cap.
- Pit level doesn't seem to have a noticable difference in terms of item drops (and stygian stones, but more to that later). I didn't notice an increase in greater affix items or whatnot, but I didn't write it down and also my sample size is too small so this is more of a guess than anything.
- Stygian stones (the materials that let you access tormented bosses) are way too rare. I have seen exactly 1 Stygian Stone from Pits so far, including this test, and I've done a decent amount of Pit lvl 61s+. Currently people aren't really bothered by it yet because the season journey + wolve storyline gives you a very chunky upfront boost of those, but once they burned through them I'm sure we'll see plenty of reddit posts about this, and rightfully so imho.
I'm not saying that the tormented bosses should be free, I'm simply saying that the balance is off atm in terms of pit grinding vs uber boss access, which can, and hopefully will, easily be adjusted.
2024.05.19 10:21 Andrei_CareE Eclipsa was a bad Queen.
Hello, in my opinion Eclipsa was a pretty bad queen for Mewni and i'm going to show you why this is the case.
Ever since i joined the fandom, Eclipsa seems to be a fan favorite in the show, where people and the show see her as a 'misunderstood bad girl with a good intentions' or that she did nothing wrong for the most part at least.
And while i agree she was misunderstood and that she at least doesn't have any evil intentions this doesn't excuse her awful performance as queen especially in the aftermath of Conquer during her short-lived second reign.
Eclipsa's First Reign (300+ years before the main events in the show)
During her first reign she almost caused the collapse of the Butterfly Dinasty by running away from her kingdom(and her duty as queen and legal husband) with a monster, and not any monsters but The King of Monsters, who was known to eat and terrorize mewmans, her subjects. Yes, i know Globgor sucessfully changed and became a vegetarian for his love of Eclipsa but the mewmans and the MHC weren't aware of this fact. You can imagine how mewmans would feel to have as their king someone nicknamed 'Plucker of Limbs' or 'Crusher of Skulls' and he would still be a possible threat as he could at any moment revert back into his old ways without Eclipsa's support, as we seen in the episode 'Doop-Doop' Globgor likey was the one with the idea to have a mewman-style cake hinting that he still has those instincts inside him but i digress.
For all his faults, King Shastacan remaining as the King-Regent after being cheated on and abandoned by the Queen of Mewni understandably wanted nothing to do with the bastard(in royal succession term) offspring of Eclipsa and Globgor and thus he choosed to disinheret her in subtle way possible by swapping Meteora with a peasant mewman baby, he was the one likely who ordered the MHC with finding the replacement heir to the throne which they did in Festivia who was adopted by King Shastacan and MHC into the Butterfly family, again as subtle as possible in order to maintain stability and give the impression of continuance of the royal bloodline.
And another argument to justify this action, in the hindsight, the MHC were vindicated and proven right about their fear of Meteora the hybrid mewman-monster of the most powerful magic Queen and king of Monsters, considering how powerful she became in the season 3 final episodes and especially the finale 'Conquer', she almost caused the destruction of mewmanity and the Butterfly kingdom.
Eclipsa's Second Reign (Post Season 3 Finale after Conquer)
And now getting to her 2nd reign, after Star decided(sadly and unwisely in my opinion) to give the throne back to Eclipsa as she saw Eclipsa being the rightful queen(despite she effectively abdicating when she fled the kingdom the run away with the Globgor but whatever)
One of her first acts as queen was to move the capital to the Monster Temple as the Butterfly Castle laid in ruins after the Star vs Meteora showdown, which is understandable but she decided to keep it as the permanent capital and leave the Butterfly Castle, with so much prestige and history behind it in ruins which probably wasn't taken lightly by the mewman population who felt like their new queen(they already distrust and dislike) snub them for monsters, especially after naming the new capital 'New Monster Town'
This change symbolizing a change of focus away from mewmans and towards the monsters which again likely infuriated alot of mewmans, fermenting an understandable resentment towards Eclipsa the queen who they traditionally depend for guidance and aid.
Another awful act was confiscating the houses of mewmans and "returning" them to the monsters.
This is my opinion was one if not the worst decree done by Eclipsa, not only she expropriating homes mewman family used to live for generations but she let many of them literally homeless and basically to their fate, and you wonder why so many mewmans grew to absolutely despise their "Queen" who had only done them harm so far.
Luckily for the homeless mewmans, their ex-queen Moon who's actually a competent manager and ruler managed to create a small town our of her initial Yurt for her unfortunate former subjects who finally found a place of refugee and belonging even if they had a bit of a rocky relation initially.
Not only that but Eclipsa left former once prosperous towns in ruins(likely caused by Meteora's rampage) and their inhabitants homeless and destitute in 'Ghost of Butterfly Castle' without any plan to repair either by dispatching teams or using her magic to help. Again you wonder why so many mewmans continued to despite their queen.
Yet in another reckless act of of Eclipsa, while understandable from her perspective but very irresponsible was trying to free her controversial husband Globgor.
Thus potentially putting her mewman subjects at risk in case Globgor had desires for (understandably) revenge and straining relations with the other kingdoms who were already (understandably) horrified by the return of the 300 year old 'Queen of Darkness' and her Mewman-eating Husband who they heard so many dark stories and myths about.
She was basically inviting a coup against her by the MHC who didn't trust her to begin with and especially didn't appreciate her efforts to free Globgor who they fought hard to defeat.
While she managed in the end specially in 'Cornonation' to win the hearts of the mewmans who decided to come to her coronation event, this wasn't enough to convince the rest of the disgruntled mewmans to return, and as that wasn't bad enough, many of them took interest and joined Mina's radical movement to remove Eclipsa by force, while partially motivated by genuine racism against monsters, i think their biggest reason to rebel was due to their hatred and disappointment of Eclipsa's rule, which can be understandable considering her decrees.
In the end, while this doesn't justify Moon's decision to ally with Mina (an extremist and insane monster hater) which eventually led to the destruction of magic, Eclipsa pretty much made these conditions possible due to her policies and decisions, from abandoning her people in favor of monsters to refusing to mend ties with the MHC and prove them wrong, the finale could've been avoided if she was to put it bluntly a better queen, Eclipsa wasn't a bad person from the beginning to the end but she just wasn't a good queen for Mewni, and perhaps the throne being returned to her was a mistake, all things considered.
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Ever since i joined the fandom, Eclipsa seems to be a fan favorite in the show, where people and the show see her as a 'misunderstood bad girl with a good intentions' or that she did nothing wrong for the most part at least.
And while i agree she was misunderstood and that she at least doesn't have any evil intentions this doesn't excuse her awful performance as queen especially in the aftermath of Conquer during her short-lived second reign.
Eclipsa's First Reign (300+ years before the main events in the show)
During her first reign she almost caused the collapse of the Butterfly Dinasty by running away from her kingdom(and her duty as queen and legal husband) with a monster, and not any monsters but The King of Monsters, who was known to eat and terrorize mewmans, her subjects. Yes, i know Globgor sucessfully changed and became a vegetarian for his love of Eclipsa but the mewmans and the MHC weren't aware of this fact. You can imagine how mewmans would feel to have as their king someone nicknamed 'Plucker of Limbs' or 'Crusher of Skulls' and he would still be a possible threat as he could at any moment revert back into his old ways without Eclipsa's support, as we seen in the episode 'Doop-Doop' Globgor likey was the one with the idea to have a mewman-style cake hinting that he still has those instincts inside him but i digress.
For all his faults, King Shastacan remaining as the King-Regent after being cheated on and abandoned by the Queen of Mewni understandably wanted nothing to do with the bastard(in royal succession term) offspring of Eclipsa and Globgor and thus he choosed to disinheret her in subtle way possible by swapping Meteora with a peasant mewman baby, he was the one likely who ordered the MHC with finding the replacement heir to the throne which they did in Festivia who was adopted by King Shastacan and MHC into the Butterfly family, again as subtle as possible in order to maintain stability and give the impression of continuance of the royal bloodline.
And another argument to justify this action, in the hindsight, the MHC were vindicated and proven right about their fear of Meteora the hybrid mewman-monster of the most powerful magic Queen and king of Monsters, considering how powerful she became in the season 3 final episodes and especially the finale 'Conquer', she almost caused the destruction of mewmanity and the Butterfly kingdom.
Eclipsa's Second Reign (Post Season 3 Finale after Conquer)
And now getting to her 2nd reign, after Star decided(sadly and unwisely in my opinion) to give the throne back to Eclipsa as she saw Eclipsa being the rightful queen(despite she effectively abdicating when she fled the kingdom the run away with the Globgor but whatever)
One of her first acts as queen was to move the capital to the Monster Temple as the Butterfly Castle laid in ruins after the Star vs Meteora showdown, which is understandable but she decided to keep it as the permanent capital and leave the Butterfly Castle, with so much prestige and history behind it in ruins which probably wasn't taken lightly by the mewman population who felt like their new queen(they already distrust and dislike) snub them for monsters, especially after naming the new capital 'New Monster Town'
This change symbolizing a change of focus away from mewmans and towards the monsters which again likely infuriated alot of mewmans, fermenting an understandable resentment towards Eclipsa the queen who they traditionally depend for guidance and aid.
Another awful act was confiscating the houses of mewmans and "returning" them to the monsters.
This is my opinion was one if not the worst decree done by Eclipsa, not only she expropriating homes mewman family used to live for generations but she let many of them literally homeless and basically to their fate, and you wonder why so many mewmans grew to absolutely despise their "Queen" who had only done them harm so far.
Luckily for the homeless mewmans, their ex-queen Moon who's actually a competent manager and ruler managed to create a small town our of her initial Yurt for her unfortunate former subjects who finally found a place of refugee and belonging even if they had a bit of a rocky relation initially.
Not only that but Eclipsa left former once prosperous towns in ruins(likely caused by Meteora's rampage) and their inhabitants homeless and destitute in 'Ghost of Butterfly Castle' without any plan to repair either by dispatching teams or using her magic to help. Again you wonder why so many mewmans continued to despite their queen.
Yet in another reckless act of of Eclipsa, while understandable from her perspective but very irresponsible was trying to free her controversial husband Globgor.
Thus potentially putting her mewman subjects at risk in case Globgor had desires for (understandably) revenge and straining relations with the other kingdoms who were already (understandably) horrified by the return of the 300 year old 'Queen of Darkness' and her Mewman-eating Husband who they heard so many dark stories and myths about.
She was basically inviting a coup against her by the MHC who didn't trust her to begin with and especially didn't appreciate her efforts to free Globgor who they fought hard to defeat.
While she managed in the end specially in 'Cornonation' to win the hearts of the mewmans who decided to come to her coronation event, this wasn't enough to convince the rest of the disgruntled mewmans to return, and as that wasn't bad enough, many of them took interest and joined Mina's radical movement to remove Eclipsa by force, while partially motivated by genuine racism against monsters, i think their biggest reason to rebel was due to their hatred and disappointment of Eclipsa's rule, which can be understandable considering her decrees.
In the end, while this doesn't justify Moon's decision to ally with Mina (an extremist and insane monster hater) which eventually led to the destruction of magic, Eclipsa pretty much made these conditions possible due to her policies and decisions, from abandoning her people in favor of monsters to refusing to mend ties with the MHC and prove them wrong, the finale could've been avoided if she was to put it bluntly a better queen, Eclipsa wasn't a bad person from the beginning to the end but she just wasn't a good queen for Mewni, and perhaps the throne being returned to her was a mistake, all things considered.
2024.05.19 10:21 Joe_A__ How do I (M25) ask my girlfriend (F25)if she’d be comfortable with me taking weed edibles occasionally?
Tldr at bottom.
I (25m) have been with my gf (25F) for almost 1 year, and it’s just been a year since we met a couple weeks back. I absolutely adore her and love our relationship - I never thought I’d be this happy with someone. She’s everything I want in a partner and I can’t imagine ever being with someone else.
Now, before I got with her, I enjoyed weed edibles fairly often. Not all the time, but at least 3-5 times a month. I know a dealer (I’m in the UK, weed is still very much illegal) who makes these amazing brownies (even without weed in them they’d be amazing) that are strong as hell. She sells them in boxes of two and they last me forever because my tolerance is low and they’re very generously strong. I have no interest in smoking, just edibles. I liked to take them and just listen to an album, or play some games, or watch a movie. Nothing crazy.
I stopped taking it about a year ago though. No real reason, I think more than anything I just didn’t have enough spare money to throw at weed. I like it, but it’s not a priority like that. Plus I wanted to focus on this new girl I’d met, so I kinda forgot about it for a bit.
Fast forward almost a year of being with my gf and I’m starting to get a bit of an itch about weed again. The thing is though, my gf is from a different background to me. She comes from a very white middle class family, very family oriented, very “traditional”, and anything even close to illegal bothers her. I think breaking the law bothers her more than the thing in question. As well as this she’s not much of a drinker, which I only mention because it’s the only frame of reference I have in regards to how she feels about substance. Since I’ve known her we’ve never really gotten drunk, but one time we went out to a gig, she had 3 ciders across the whole evening between 6 and 11pm, and considered that like.. a heavy night for her. Which is fine, everyone has their own pace and I’m in no way trying to shame her, but it illustrates how interested she is in that kind of thing.
I think what scares me most is that early in our relationship, I mentioned an interest (not an intent, an interest) in growing a very small batch of psychedelic mushrooms for microdosing purposes, and it majorly freaked her out, to the point that she said it might be a deal breaker for her. . I really don’t want to risk losing her and obviously I’d choose her over weed, but she’s not an unreasonable person and I really think she could come to realise there’s no need to be afraid of things like weed, and that it wouldn’t effect us or me or anything - it’s just like having a drink but a different feeling. If anything it’s less harmful than having a drink, and a much nicer feeling.
So yeah, TLDR, I’m interested in purchasing some edibles just to have once every now and again just to relax and forget about my anxieties on a Friday night but my gf of almost one year is very much a rule follower and anything illegal freaks her out - how can I put this to her?
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I (25m) have been with my gf (25F) for almost 1 year, and it’s just been a year since we met a couple weeks back. I absolutely adore her and love our relationship - I never thought I’d be this happy with someone. She’s everything I want in a partner and I can’t imagine ever being with someone else.
Now, before I got with her, I enjoyed weed edibles fairly often. Not all the time, but at least 3-5 times a month. I know a dealer (I’m in the UK, weed is still very much illegal) who makes these amazing brownies (even without weed in them they’d be amazing) that are strong as hell. She sells them in boxes of two and they last me forever because my tolerance is low and they’re very generously strong. I have no interest in smoking, just edibles. I liked to take them and just listen to an album, or play some games, or watch a movie. Nothing crazy.
I stopped taking it about a year ago though. No real reason, I think more than anything I just didn’t have enough spare money to throw at weed. I like it, but it’s not a priority like that. Plus I wanted to focus on this new girl I’d met, so I kinda forgot about it for a bit.
Fast forward almost a year of being with my gf and I’m starting to get a bit of an itch about weed again. The thing is though, my gf is from a different background to me. She comes from a very white middle class family, very family oriented, very “traditional”, and anything even close to illegal bothers her. I think breaking the law bothers her more than the thing in question. As well as this she’s not much of a drinker, which I only mention because it’s the only frame of reference I have in regards to how she feels about substance. Since I’ve known her we’ve never really gotten drunk, but one time we went out to a gig, she had 3 ciders across the whole evening between 6 and 11pm, and considered that like.. a heavy night for her. Which is fine, everyone has their own pace and I’m in no way trying to shame her, but it illustrates how interested she is in that kind of thing.
I think what scares me most is that early in our relationship, I mentioned an interest (not an intent, an interest) in growing a very small batch of psychedelic mushrooms for microdosing purposes, and it majorly freaked her out, to the point that she said it might be a deal breaker for her. . I really don’t want to risk losing her and obviously I’d choose her over weed, but she’s not an unreasonable person and I really think she could come to realise there’s no need to be afraid of things like weed, and that it wouldn’t effect us or me or anything - it’s just like having a drink but a different feeling. If anything it’s less harmful than having a drink, and a much nicer feeling.
So yeah, TLDR, I’m interested in purchasing some edibles just to have once every now and again just to relax and forget about my anxieties on a Friday night but my gf of almost one year is very much a rule follower and anything illegal freaks her out - how can I put this to her?
2024.05.19 10:21 AkaiKuroi Looking for advice on how to GM a dangerous ambush for my players
Sup, chooms.
My PCs are walking into an ambush with a certain cargo. They are reasonably aware that they've set off some alarms beforehand and thus anticipate something has to go awry at some point, however they cannot pinpoint neither the exact location nor the attackers.
They are getting ambushed by a group of edgerunners similar to themselves, albeit better equipped. This will happen when the crew steps out of the building with their coffin sized cargo looking to put it into the truck.
I do not have a desired outcome in this nor would I enforce one, however given how tactically and equipment wise the players are outmatched, I'd like to make the scene scary for them. What do you think I can do?
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My PCs are walking into an ambush with a certain cargo. They are reasonably aware that they've set off some alarms beforehand and thus anticipate something has to go awry at some point, however they cannot pinpoint neither the exact location nor the attackers.
They are getting ambushed by a group of edgerunners similar to themselves, albeit better equipped. This will happen when the crew steps out of the building with their coffin sized cargo looking to put it into the truck.
I do not have a desired outcome in this nor would I enforce one, however given how tactically and equipment wise the players are outmatched, I'd like to make the scene scary for them. What do you think I can do?
2024.05.19 10:17 Hotpot-creations Short story - Mystery: Emily Is Missing
 | Image by Hotpot.ai submitted by Hotpot-creations to HotpotAI [link] [comments] Emily Is Missing Story and image by Hotpot AI Private investigator Dirk Armstrong had seen all the greatest sleazy hits in his line of work. The cheating spouses, the embezzling employees, the fake Worker's Compensation injuries. It had all become pretty mundane. But when a call from a new client came in, it caught his attention. This case was different, like something out of a movie. This case was about a missing heiress, Emily, who had vanished without a trace. Emily came from an old-money banking family, with a fortune that could make anyone's head spin. And now, she was gone. Her family was desperate to find her, and they turned to Armstrong for help. As Armstrong delved into the case, he quickly realized that this was not a simple missing person's case. There were layers upon layers of lies, deceit, and hidden motives in high society. The family's desperation to find Emily seemed to be more about protecting their fortune than finding their beloved daughter. Armstrong's investigation led him to Emily's closest friends and family members, all of whom seemed to have something to hide. But one person stood out to Armstrong: Emily's brother, Marcus. He was the one who had hired Armstrong, and he seemed to be the most anxious to find his sister. But his anguish also seemed a bit overwrought. Maybe even faked. As Armstrong dug deeper, he discovered that Marcus had a gambling problem and was in deep debt. Could he have something to do with Emily's disappearance? Armstrong couldn't shake off the feeling that Marcus was hiding something, but he needed concrete evidence to prove it. Then, four days after she had gone missing, there was an traceable email communication from someone who stated that they had kidnapped Emily and were holding her hostage. They made a demand for a ransom of one million dollars, and stated that they would be in contact again soon. Not long after this, Armstrong received a call from an overseas insurance company. They were investigating a million-dollar claim for Emily's kidnapping. They explained that six months earlier, the family had taken out a specialty insurance policy on Emily for high net worth individuals. It was a highly unusual policy, paying five million dollars in any case of kidnapping, seven million dollars in cases that are resolved by paying ransom, and 10 million dollars in cases where the insured individual dies in the course of the kidnapping. The insurance company had serious doubts about the legitimacy of the claim, and wanted to send their own investigator to interview Armstrong. They wanted to know if he had found anything suspicious in his investigation. Armstrong couldn't legally reveal the details of his investigation to any third party, but he did tell the insurance company's investigator that something didn't add up. He couldn't put his finger on it, but there were certain things about Emily's kidnapping that didn't ring true. The insurance company's investigator thanked Armstrong for his time and left, but his words lingered in Armstrong's mind. He couldn't shake off the feeling that there was more to this case than meets the eye. Weeks went by with no further word from the kidnappers. Everyone feared the worst. Police detectives gently counseled the family that there was little hope any kidnapped victim is still alive this long after the abduction and involving this long a silence. Because they didn't follow up on pursuing the million-dollar ransom, the family expressed fear that the kidnappers had panicked and killed Emily in order to walk away from the whole plan with impunity. But then, early one morning, the seemingly impossible happened—Emily appeared. She looked exhausted, malnourished, and was wearing the same clothes she was wearing when she disappeared. She told a strange story of being abducted by three men in Halloween masks and thrown into a van. She said they had kept her in some warehouse in the inner city, handcuffed to one of the warehouse's metal support poles. She said that she was never allowed to catch as much as a glimpse of the men's real faces the entire time. They did not abuse or physically harm her, she said, but they provided only minimal care during her captivity. Then, at daybreak this day, they suddenly removed her from the warehouse, put her in the same van, and drove her near home and tossed her out of the vehicle. This all sounded very dramatic, but because of the insurance money at stake, no aspect of her story or the situation overall could be accepted at face value. The insurance company's investigator interviewed Emily at length, but could not find flaws in her story to gain leverage with since she had been—or claimed to have been—confined and blindfolded at all times in the kidnappers' presence. Usually, a good insurance investigator can tell whether someone's story stinks by picking apart their story and analyzing all the details. But in this case, that wasn't possible because Emily had not seen anything at all, and only heard a few things, none of which were helpful to police and the investigation. As Armstrong continued his own investigation, he ultimately uncovered a shocking truth: Emily was not really kidnapped. It had been a fraud pulled by her family, who had been experiencing financial pressures despite being pretty rich compared to most people. They had concocted the plan, and Marcus was the mastermind behind it all. He had convinced Emily to go along with the pan to fake her kidnapping, promising her it would solve all of the family's money problems. Armstrong confronted Marcus with the evidence, and he finally cracked. He confessed to everything, including Emily's involvement. The family's greed had blinded them, and now they were facing serious consequences. Emily herself was destined to do several years in prison for her participation, which was critical to the entire scheme. As Armstrong handed over his findings to the authorities, he couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction. Justice had been served, and Emily was safe and sound. But the case left a lasting impact on Armstrong. He had seen the dark side of high society, where money and power could corrupt even the closest of families. And he knew that he would never look at his job the same way again. |
2024.05.19 10:16 VidyaTheOneAndOnly Can you please give me any secular proofs of the Resurrection and of Transubstantiation?
I was raised Catholic and left the church. I have wasted too many years struggling with doubt. please help relieve me of my emotional turmoil one way or the other.
And as for the liberals in this forum, don't worry. even when I was a practicing Catholic, I was a pro choice, pro euthanasia LGBTQ supporter. that's never going to change.
Returning to the Church will in no way affect my Liberal beliefs. it will only affect whether or not I have a personal relationship with Christ.
With that out of the way, can anyone please cite any secular sources that refer to the resurrection?
We are told there are historical records that refer to a man called Jesus.
but do any such texts also mention that he rose from the dead? I want some proof of that outside of the Bible.
They would be believable only if they were written around the time of his death. people claiming he died and rose centuries after the fact are not credible sources.
do any secular texts refer to the apostles being put to death for refusing to renounce him? again, were these texts written at the actual time they died?
And all Catholics know the story of the priest who doubted that the host he was holding was actually the body of Christ. supposedly the host turned into actual flesh and he believed.
What is the proof of this above story? What proof do we have that the priest didn't just take a piece of flesh and claim this happened?
Supposedly the flesh has never desiccated. what proof do we have that someone isn't replacing it regularly to con believers?
and if anyone has incontrovertible proof AGAINST any or all of the above stories, then please give me that. I will be at peace as long as I know one way or the other for sure.
Thank you.
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And as for the liberals in this forum, don't worry. even when I was a practicing Catholic, I was a pro choice, pro euthanasia LGBTQ supporter. that's never going to change.
Returning to the Church will in no way affect my Liberal beliefs. it will only affect whether or not I have a personal relationship with Christ.
With that out of the way, can anyone please cite any secular sources that refer to the resurrection?
We are told there are historical records that refer to a man called Jesus.
but do any such texts also mention that he rose from the dead? I want some proof of that outside of the Bible.
They would be believable only if they were written around the time of his death. people claiming he died and rose centuries after the fact are not credible sources.
do any secular texts refer to the apostles being put to death for refusing to renounce him? again, were these texts written at the actual time they died?
And all Catholics know the story of the priest who doubted that the host he was holding was actually the body of Christ. supposedly the host turned into actual flesh and he believed.
What is the proof of this above story? What proof do we have that the priest didn't just take a piece of flesh and claim this happened?
Supposedly the flesh has never desiccated. what proof do we have that someone isn't replacing it regularly to con believers?
and if anyone has incontrovertible proof AGAINST any or all of the above stories, then please give me that. I will be at peace as long as I know one way or the other for sure.
Thank you.
2024.05.19 10:15 Davess_World2019 Hagwon Life: How to spot a lazy manager/owner
Re: PODCAST: How to Spot a Lazy Manager
I'm telling ya, other than trying to rip off as many people as possible and get as much work out of them, and do the least amount of effort themselves, I don't know why Hagwonites bother. And I don't know why foreigners care more than the people who own the place and/or will be working there 10 years from now.
It reminds me of George Costanza's frustration with his lazy boss Mr. Kruger. You can see the YouTube clip here. Bust your rear-end for what? So it can backslide back to square 1 as soon as you leave and the new person replaces you? You're not helping the place advance, you are helping it idle in neutral.
See if this sounds like your experience at a Hagwon.
1. One: they blame low performance and turnover on employees.
**--**And every other mistake as well. The students are total brats? That's your fault. You don't teach the lesson absolutely perfectly without training? That's your fault. Kids are bored? That's your fault. A child pokes another child and mom calls about it, again --your fault.
None of these managers actually manage. They give irrelevant or no training. They institute no discipline plan all the staff, students, parents will agree on. They often give not enough material to teach the class, ALL OF THAT falls on the hands of the foreigners. Imagine that, a place that's been open for 5-10 years still hasn't taking point on all these issues, just push them off on the foreigner and go back to gossiping about how terrible the foreigners are.
2: They look for quick fixes to complex retention problems.
--That's more than true. I declined to accept a 2nd contract by being offered slightly more money, about double the vacation time, and move up to head teacher. Why didn't I accept this promotion? Because everything I said the entire year was totally ignored, the pay wasn't enough to put up with their stupidity. The vacation was totally bogus because we had to threaten a mutiny just to get 2 extra days due to break between semesters. Why would I trust them to give me more when they didn't honor the ones in the 1st contract. Search Bar: Mutiny. Also, they harassed the head teacher out of a job, why would I then stick my head in the guillotine after they dragged the body away by the ankles?
3. Physically / Intellectually a bad example for everyone.
I don't know about you, but I don't respect slough-offs and idiots. The person that SHOULD Be working the hardest is the person who owns the place. Did you ever see the video of Elan Musk sleeping on his sofa in his office at the production plant? Yeah, really. The billionaire owner is there to field problems as they come up instead of being called at home and have to drive in at 2am. He suffers more and works harder than anyone there.
Some dumb-butt that owns a hagwon said on here one time,
I don't respect boneheads who should have their educational chops figured out by this point. They should have taken notes and improved themselves as each semester rolls on by. Why are the same problems recurring every semester or every year such as the Halloween or Christmas event, you did the same thing a year ago!
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I'm telling ya, other than trying to rip off as many people as possible and get as much work out of them, and do the least amount of effort themselves, I don't know why Hagwonites bother. And I don't know why foreigners care more than the people who own the place and/or will be working there 10 years from now.
It reminds me of George Costanza's frustration with his lazy boss Mr. Kruger. You can see the YouTube clip here. Bust your rear-end for what? So it can backslide back to square 1 as soon as you leave and the new person replaces you? You're not helping the place advance, you are helping it idle in neutral.
See if this sounds like your experience at a Hagwon.
1. One: they blame low performance and turnover on employees.
**--**And every other mistake as well. The students are total brats? That's your fault. You don't teach the lesson absolutely perfectly without training? That's your fault. Kids are bored? That's your fault. A child pokes another child and mom calls about it, again --your fault.
None of these managers actually manage. They give irrelevant or no training. They institute no discipline plan all the staff, students, parents will agree on. They often give not enough material to teach the class, ALL OF THAT falls on the hands of the foreigners. Imagine that, a place that's been open for 5-10 years still hasn't taking point on all these issues, just push them off on the foreigner and go back to gossiping about how terrible the foreigners are.
- Great minds discuss ideas.
- Average minds discuss events.
- Small minds discuss people.
2: They look for quick fixes to complex retention problems.
--That's more than true. I declined to accept a 2nd contract by being offered slightly more money, about double the vacation time, and move up to head teacher. Why didn't I accept this promotion? Because everything I said the entire year was totally ignored, the pay wasn't enough to put up with their stupidity. The vacation was totally bogus because we had to threaten a mutiny just to get 2 extra days due to break between semesters. Why would I trust them to give me more when they didn't honor the ones in the 1st contract. Search Bar: Mutiny. Also, they harassed the head teacher out of a job, why would I then stick my head in the guillotine after they dragged the body away by the ankles?
But wait there's more!
That's the end of that link, but you and I can identify so many more issues.3. Physically / Intellectually a bad example for everyone.
I don't know about you, but I don't respect slough-offs and idiots. The person that SHOULD Be working the hardest is the person who owns the place. Did you ever see the video of Elan Musk sleeping on his sofa in his office at the production plant? Yeah, really. The billionaire owner is there to field problems as they come up instead of being called at home and have to drive in at 2am. He suffers more and works harder than anyone there.
Some dumb-butt that owns a hagwon said on here one time,
I don't do make employees do anything I wouldn't doYou are supposed to do what your employees do and 10x more than that! You're the owner. This is your livelihood, it will destroy your life if it faulters. You have to pay off employees with severance, pay back loans you probably can't pay off, reduce your living space, sell off assets to survive. You put all your eggs in this basket, it HAS to work, why are you putting the outcome in the hands of people who have no skin in the game?
I don't respect boneheads who should have their educational chops figured out by this point. They should have taken notes and improved themselves as each semester rolls on by. Why are the same problems recurring every semester or every year such as the Halloween or Christmas event, you did the same thing a year ago!
2024.05.19 10:14 Ok-Salamander-385 AITAH for stepping up for my friend and getting called manipulative?
so lets give some background- Ill call the first friend maya. She is a very sweet person and honestly would never purposely hurt anyones feelings. Lets call this second girl cara and cara honestly can be passive aggressive and be stubborn about her opinions. Theres another girl, lets call her Bee. Bee used to be best friends with maya but now only talks and prefers to talk to cara, which is her choice so its whatever. Cara has shit talked all of us including Bee and we know this for sure. She left her old friend group because they knew she shit talked them, and she blames me for them coming up to me and asking if she did the same with me, which I said yes to. We are all part of another big friend group lets say 14 people. We put our differences aside because its really not that deep and everything was chill In our group. Recently some girl started a slander account on insta making fun of people in our year group. We were curious who it was as this was the third time i think and they never got caught. While the whole gc were texting and trying to figure it out just for fun, Cara says she knows who it is and what we are guessing is wrong and she knows how this girl "operates." We just asked out of curiosity, "who is it" cause i thought as good friends for a few years she would tell us. She said she didnt want to and coudnt. we said and I quote "alr its ur choice but is there any reason you cant?" we asked out of concern and curiosity and it was well intended. However, she said she just "I cant." we then said "ah fine then its ur choice."
Maya asked after "did this person say anything to u before doing this?" which she asked because she thought that the person behind the account had announced it and cara heard or something along those lines. Cara interpreted it as Maya was saying she was involved in the account and was friends with this person which:
I asked Cara why she didnt see that maya didnt mean any harm, but long story short cara kept telling me that i was gaslighting her and making her believe that her side of the story was wrong and i never took her side,
she brought up her whole old friend group and said it was my fault that they think she shit talked them (there was screen shot proof of her doing that and they only asked me if cara did the same to me which I had proof off so I said yes).
Cara said maya and me attacked her on the gc, and when Bee stepped up it was her being mature and not taking a side which is so wrong what, It feels like double standards to me because when i stepped up and said nothing wrong btw just that it was a "misunderstanding," she said I was wrong. I dont know what to do but its really not that deep and its ruining the whole friend group as no one wants to take sides seeing as we have our finals and no time to fixate on this.
Cara keeps saying no one sees her side and she keeps saying she knows shes correct. I said I acknowledge u have ur own views but so do I so can we just move on from 1 simple text? and she said no. she seems to have forgiven Maya but is still mad at me. I apologised anyway for how our texts may have come accross but she said she doesnt want to see my side because im wrong and i cant justify it.
what should I do and AITAH
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Maya asked after "did this person say anything to u before doing this?" which she asked because she thought that the person behind the account had announced it and cara heard or something along those lines. Cara interpreted it as Maya was saying she was involved in the account and was friends with this person which:
- if youre friends with them, then you arnt responsible for their bad actions but covering up for them is wrong, so as long as u report it, its fine and we dont really care
- Where tf did u see it as if maya was saying u and this person were besties, her text did not say anything like that at all???
- if you arnt going to tell us who it is, why keep announcing you know this person and how they "operate," which makes it sound like you know them well
I asked Cara why she didnt see that maya didnt mean any harm, but long story short cara kept telling me that i was gaslighting her and making her believe that her side of the story was wrong and i never took her side,
she brought up her whole old friend group and said it was my fault that they think she shit talked them (there was screen shot proof of her doing that and they only asked me if cara did the same to me which I had proof off so I said yes).
Cara said maya and me attacked her on the gc, and when Bee stepped up it was her being mature and not taking a side which is so wrong what, It feels like double standards to me because when i stepped up and said nothing wrong btw just that it was a "misunderstanding," she said I was wrong. I dont know what to do but its really not that deep and its ruining the whole friend group as no one wants to take sides seeing as we have our finals and no time to fixate on this.
Cara keeps saying no one sees her side and she keeps saying she knows shes correct. I said I acknowledge u have ur own views but so do I so can we just move on from 1 simple text? and she said no. she seems to have forgiven Maya but is still mad at me. I apologised anyway for how our texts may have come accross but she said she doesnt want to see my side because im wrong and i cant justify it.
what should I do and AITAH
2024.05.19 10:14 WindowsME04 Tech Gijinka Prompt List 2024 is live!
 | https://preview.redd.it/h4ck2q4gdc1d1.png?width=1587&format=png&auto=webp&s=f8e58f475c28dd489f484f23164a806cfd9db113 submitted by WindowsME04 to OStan [link] [comments] Well here it is, the prompt list for 2024! I think I may have anticipated too much when I had planned this but only like 2 of the 9 people that voted at the discord server gave suggestions to what to put on the list (thanks vistairoha and clementinutile from the Discord server) but at least there were some suggestions as to what should go on it. The list is kinda learning more towards retro stuff that is lesser known since most art is of newer characters and most of the ones on the list don't have characters, but next year if people agree I can lean that list towards more modern stuff. The rules are simple: I will allow all sorts of art formats such as music, digital art, literature, handdrawn art, comics and so on but strictly no AI stuff that is machine generated due to the issues with AI stuff in general. I want this to be fun and not just people typing words into a machine. The rules about nsfw, ecchi and CW still apply so if you thing has something sensitive or is ecchi, it must be spoilered and have a CW and no NSFW content. As for Windows 11 being on the list despite this the discord server not really encouraging the use of the well known Ichika design, I put it on there in hopes people would make their own designs or use one of the designs in this pixiv post that has all the other Windows 11 designs from Futaba: https://www.pixiv.net/en/artworks/116625002 And btw even though it is 31 days you don't have to follow the 31 days and simply pick and choose what thing you want to do. I won't really stop you from drawing ichika too, just saying before I get accused of stuff :P (Original list had a typo) |
2024.05.19 10:12 IrisTheTranny The way we are targeted is a system of indirect murder
Tw: Transphobia, Sexual Abuse
Hey girls, I'm fucking going through it right now and just need support from others who might understand.
I'm so utterly exhausted, I feel like no matter where I am at any moment my identity can be weaponized against me or make me the target of any number of things.
It's like if ever let my guard down, especially when dealing with cis men, at any moment I can be taken advantage of or harassed or just outright assaulted.
It's happened to me in so many different forms and to some absolutely fucked up levels. The trauma of which infects every second of my life, and then every time I pick up my phone there's a sea of countless people who feel the need to go out of their way to invalidate all of that abuse and deny the power structures they stem from even exist claiming we just need to shut the fuck up and stop complaining so much as if talking about your experiences causes them to happen.
I feel like hypervigilance is the only way to avoid being taken advantage of or being put in a position where you have to defend your right to exist, But I've become so self destructive and thrill seeking from constantly Coping that I don't even have the mental energy to stay out of danger's way.
As a teenager I was a constant target of chasers, groomers, bigots, bullies, harassers, abusers, and eventually a fucking trafficker who literally found me stalking a trans mental health chat room. It's disgusting.
And it's fucking terrifying how many other girls I know you've been through some of the same shit, sometimes to lesser degrees but sometimes even worse somehow. We're being traumatized in mass and then blamed for it.
There's people who seek to destroy our mental well-being for their own gain and countless barriers to get what we need to survive all the while we spend our whole lives being told its us that's the problem.
It can at times be possible to avoid those people, or at least the worst they have to offer, but the process of doing so is so unbelievably complicated and emotionally draining.
I was put through hell and then shamed for complaining about it, I used to always feel the need to downplay how bad my experiences as a trans woman have been out of fear that I'd be seen as someone desperate for sympathy when I actually need serious fucking help.
The world scarred me for life, told me to kill myself, taught me how to destroy myself, left me with no stable support system after everyone turned on me, told me to shut up and not complain about it, and then just left me to rot and discouraged me from seeking communities that would understand.
If I hear one more fucking transphobe blame "trans ideology" or whatever for the suicide of a trans person I'm going to fucking lose it, it's getting so hard to take this shit anymore. So many of us keep getting to that state because of how we're treated and then people use that as a reason to treat us even worse.
I was hypersexualized and then criticized for being hypersexual, I was targeted by sexual predators due to being trans and then criticized for making myself too vulnerable, I was force fed terrible destructive ideas about my own identity and then degraded for acting out those ideas. I was aggressively coerced into countless things and then stigmatized for all of it.
I'm tired of seeing other trans girls go through all this shit, I'm tired of dealing with the emotional effects of it, I'm so tired of being targeted and I'm so tired of being told it's our fault.
Sorry if that was too dark, my head is a little bit on fire, have a good day/night everyone. Be as safe as you can be fellow girlies, hope everyone's doing a bit better than I am 💔
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Hey girls, I'm fucking going through it right now and just need support from others who might understand.
I'm so utterly exhausted, I feel like no matter where I am at any moment my identity can be weaponized against me or make me the target of any number of things.
It's like if ever let my guard down, especially when dealing with cis men, at any moment I can be taken advantage of or harassed or just outright assaulted.
It's happened to me in so many different forms and to some absolutely fucked up levels. The trauma of which infects every second of my life, and then every time I pick up my phone there's a sea of countless people who feel the need to go out of their way to invalidate all of that abuse and deny the power structures they stem from even exist claiming we just need to shut the fuck up and stop complaining so much as if talking about your experiences causes them to happen.
I feel like hypervigilance is the only way to avoid being taken advantage of or being put in a position where you have to defend your right to exist, But I've become so self destructive and thrill seeking from constantly Coping that I don't even have the mental energy to stay out of danger's way.
As a teenager I was a constant target of chasers, groomers, bigots, bullies, harassers, abusers, and eventually a fucking trafficker who literally found me stalking a trans mental health chat room. It's disgusting.
And it's fucking terrifying how many other girls I know you've been through some of the same shit, sometimes to lesser degrees but sometimes even worse somehow. We're being traumatized in mass and then blamed for it.
There's people who seek to destroy our mental well-being for their own gain and countless barriers to get what we need to survive all the while we spend our whole lives being told its us that's the problem.
It can at times be possible to avoid those people, or at least the worst they have to offer, but the process of doing so is so unbelievably complicated and emotionally draining.
I was put through hell and then shamed for complaining about it, I used to always feel the need to downplay how bad my experiences as a trans woman have been out of fear that I'd be seen as someone desperate for sympathy when I actually need serious fucking help.
The world scarred me for life, told me to kill myself, taught me how to destroy myself, left me with no stable support system after everyone turned on me, told me to shut up and not complain about it, and then just left me to rot and discouraged me from seeking communities that would understand.
If I hear one more fucking transphobe blame "trans ideology" or whatever for the suicide of a trans person I'm going to fucking lose it, it's getting so hard to take this shit anymore. So many of us keep getting to that state because of how we're treated and then people use that as a reason to treat us even worse.
I was hypersexualized and then criticized for being hypersexual, I was targeted by sexual predators due to being trans and then criticized for making myself too vulnerable, I was force fed terrible destructive ideas about my own identity and then degraded for acting out those ideas. I was aggressively coerced into countless things and then stigmatized for all of it.
I'm tired of seeing other trans girls go through all this shit, I'm tired of dealing with the emotional effects of it, I'm so tired of being targeted and I'm so tired of being told it's our fault.
Sorry if that was too dark, my head is a little bit on fire, have a good day/night everyone. Be as safe as you can be fellow girlies, hope everyone's doing a bit better than I am 💔
2024.05.19 10:12 Academic_Diver_5363 CBT vs Claire Weeks / Acceptence
So I’ve suffered from GAD about 5 years now. For the first 6 months it was pretty much constant day and night, just that feeling of being on edge and dread you could almost feel your nerves vibrating.
I came across Claire Weekes and Paul David and Drew Linsalata, they basically teach acceptance, so content of thoughts etc don’t matter, just accept it all and float. It was hard but I put it into practice and after about 6 months I was 80% better.
These days anxiety comes and goes, it can be trying at time but for the most part I’m fine. I became a bit impatient with progress and not being 100% free so went to my GP who referred me to CBT. Had a couple of sessions and if anything it seems to be making me worse.
It leaves me stuck in my head, focusing on anxiety and thoughts when up until now I’ve been told content of thoughts don’t matter. One approach seems to contradict the other and I can’t see how to combine the two approaches but at the moment thinking of ditching CBT
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I came across Claire Weekes and Paul David and Drew Linsalata, they basically teach acceptance, so content of thoughts etc don’t matter, just accept it all and float. It was hard but I put it into practice and after about 6 months I was 80% better.
These days anxiety comes and goes, it can be trying at time but for the most part I’m fine. I became a bit impatient with progress and not being 100% free so went to my GP who referred me to CBT. Had a couple of sessions and if anything it seems to be making me worse.
It leaves me stuck in my head, focusing on anxiety and thoughts when up until now I’ve been told content of thoughts don’t matter. One approach seems to contradict the other and I can’t see how to combine the two approaches but at the moment thinking of ditching CBT
2024.05.19 10:12 PuckinPizza Is under 30k realistic?
My family owns a bunch of land in east texas, and I want to have a tiny place of my own down there. I live 2 hours away, and I work during the week and share an apartment with a roommate right now. I don't make a lot, but it's enough that I could finance something premade, so that's the direction I want to go.
I have no skills or experience in construction or building houses, so that's another reason I would prefer to go premade. I don't care for customization, and utilities are covered considering everyone operates off the same wateelectric/septic grid.
Are there any good options for me that is 30k or less? I've been browsing around and what's listed is either way too expensive or sounds too good to be true.
All I really care about is that it's insulated and mostly ready to go. Second most important is that it's built to last. I don't wanna invest in a 10-year loan only to have it fall apart after a few years.
I have family who are willing to help me put something together, but I don't want to burden them with a full-blown diy project. My grandpa has given us 2 scares this year and nobody can get him to slow down. If he catches wind that I'm setting up down there, you couldn't pry the hammer from his hands. Since I will only be able to help out on weekends, it would be much easier to just get something thats easy and can be set up in a week or so.
So, for the big question- are there any reliable options for me that are $30k or less?
If not, what are my options? I'm down to get creative or expand my budget. I'm just one guy and I just started looking about a week ago. I'm pretty directionless and kinda dumb lol.
Thanks in advance!
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I have no skills or experience in construction or building houses, so that's another reason I would prefer to go premade. I don't care for customization, and utilities are covered considering everyone operates off the same wateelectric/septic grid.
Are there any good options for me that is 30k or less? I've been browsing around and what's listed is either way too expensive or sounds too good to be true.
All I really care about is that it's insulated and mostly ready to go. Second most important is that it's built to last. I don't wanna invest in a 10-year loan only to have it fall apart after a few years.
I have family who are willing to help me put something together, but I don't want to burden them with a full-blown diy project. My grandpa has given us 2 scares this year and nobody can get him to slow down. If he catches wind that I'm setting up down there, you couldn't pry the hammer from his hands. Since I will only be able to help out on weekends, it would be much easier to just get something thats easy and can be set up in a week or so.
So, for the big question- are there any reliable options for me that are $30k or less?
If not, what are my options? I'm down to get creative or expand my budget. I'm just one guy and I just started looking about a week ago. I'm pretty directionless and kinda dumb lol.
Thanks in advance!
2024.05.19 10:11 Sweet-Count2557 Amf Babylon Lanes
 | Amf Babylon Lanes As we step into the world of Amf Babylon Lanes, we are greeted by a symphony of crashing pins and infectious laughter. It's a place where families come together, forming lasting memories and strengthening their bonds.But there's more to Amf Babylon Lanes than meets the eye. Behind the vibrant atmosphere lies a rich history, state-of-the-art facilities, and a plethora of exciting events.So, join us as we unravel the secrets of Amf Babylon Lanes and uncover why it has become a beacon of fun and entertainment for families everywhere.Key TakeawaysAMF Babylon Lanes has a rich history and has undergone renovations to enhance the experience.The facilities include upgraded equipment, improved lanes, and a modernized scoring system.Joining a bowling league provides community and skill development through consistent practice.AMF Babylon Lanes regularly hosts a variety of special events and promotions.History of AMF Babylon LanesAMF Babylon Lanes has a rich history in the world of bowling, making it a notable destination for families and enthusiasts alike. Over the years, this iconic bowling alley has undergone several renovation plans to enhance the experience for its visitors. These renovations have included upgrading the facilities, improving the lanes, and adding modern technology to the scoring system. As a result, AMF Babylon Lanes continues to attract a wide range of bowlers, from casual players to professional athletes.Throughout its history, AMF Babylon Lanes has also been host to several famous bowlers who've graced its lanes. One such notable bowler is Earl Anthony, a legendary figure in the world of bowling. Anthony, a multiple-time Professional Bowlers Association (PBA) Player of the Year, has competed at AMF Babylon Lanes and left a lasting impression on both the staff and spectators.Another famous bowler who's played at AMF Babylon Lanes is Walter Ray Williams Jr. Williams, considered one of the greatest bowlers of all time, has achieved numerous accolades throughout his career, including multiple PBA Player of the Year titles and a record-breaking number of PBA Tour titles. His presence at AMF Babylon Lanes has brought excitement and inspiration to aspiring bowlers who've had the opportunity to witness his skill and expertise firsthand.Location and FacilitiesAfter exploring the rich history and notable bowlers of AMF Babylon Lanes, it's now time to shift our focus to the location and facilities of this iconic bowling alley.Located in the heart of Babylon, New York, AMF Babylon Lanes is easily accessible and conveniently situated for both locals and visitors alike. The alley offers ample parking space, making it hassle-free for bowlers to arrive and enjoy a fun-filled day of bowling.In terms of facilities, AMF Babylon Lanes boasts state-of-the-art equipment, ensuring that bowlers have a top-notch experience. The lanes are well-maintained and regularly serviced to provide smooth and consistent gameplay. Additionally, the alley features a variety of ball sizes to cater to bowlers of all ages and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, AMF Babylon Lanes has you covered.Looking towards the future, AMF Babylon Lanes has exciting plans for upcoming renovations. The management is committed to enhancing the overall atmosphere and comfort of the alley, with improvements that will elevate the bowling experience. From updated seating areas and modernized scoring systems to vibrant lighting and refreshed decor, these renovations aim to create a more enjoyable and engaging environment for bowlers.Furthermore, AMF Babylon Lanes understands the importance of accessibility options. The alley is wheelchair-friendly, with ramps and accessible lanes available for bowlers with mobility challenges. This commitment to inclusivity ensures that everyone can participate and enjoy the sport of bowling.Bowling Leagues and TournamentsBowling leagues and tournaments at AMF Babylon Lanes offer a competitive and exciting experience for bowlers of all skill levels. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, participating in a bowling league can bring a sense of camaraderie and friendly competition to your bowling journey. Here are three reasons why joining a bowling league at AMF Babylon Lanes can be a rewarding experience:Community and Connection: Bowling leagues provide an opportunity to meet new people who share your passion for the sport. You'll have the chance to form new friendships, build a support network, and be part of a close-knit community. Whether you're cheering on your teammates or engaging in friendly banter with opposing teams, the social aspect of bowling leagues can enhance your overall bowling experience.Skill Development: Joining a bowling league allows you to consistently practice and improve your skills. Regularly bowling with others who are equally dedicated to the sport can push you to strive for higher scores and refine your technique. Additionally, you can learn from experienced bowlers and receive valuable tips and advice to enhance your game.Competition and Achievement: Bowling leagues provide a platform for friendly competition and the opportunity to challenge yourself. As you participate in league matches and tournaments, you can set personal goals and work towards achieving them. Whether it's improving your average score or winning a league championship, the sense of achievement and accomplishment can be immensely gratifying.In order to make the most of your bowling league experience, it's important to familiarize yourself with bowling etiquette. Be respectful of your fellow bowlers, observe lane courtesy, and follow the rules and guidelines set by the league. By doing so, you can ensure a positive and enjoyable experience for yourself and others.Joining a bowling league at AMF Babylon Lanes not only allows you to indulge in your passion for bowling but also offers a range of benefits, from building connections to enhancing your skills. So, lace up your bowling shoes, grab your favorite ball, and get ready to enjoy the thrill of bowling in a competitive and supportive environment.Special Events and PromotionsSpecial events and promotions at AMF Babylon Lanes offer exciting opportunities for bowlers and enthusiasts alike. We understand the importance of providing a unique and enjoyable experience for our customers, which is why we regularly host a variety of events and offer exclusive discounts and deals.Upcoming Events:Event NameDate and TimeCosmic Bowling NightFriday, 7 PM - 12 AMFamily Fun DaySaturday, 10 AM - 5 PMCollege NightWednesday, 6 PM - 10 PMDiscounts and Deals:PromotionDetailsMonday Madness$2 games and $2 shoe rental all dayLadies NightHalf-price games for ladies on ThursdaysStudent Discount10% off games with valid student IDAt AMF Babylon Lanes, we believe in offering a diverse range of events to cater to different interests and preferences. Our Cosmic Bowling Night is perfect for those looking for a vibrant and energetic atmosphere, with neon lights and music. Families can enjoy a fun-filled day together on our Family Fun Day, complete with discounted prices and special activities for kids. College Night provides a great opportunity for students to unwind and socialize while enjoying discounted games.In addition to our events, we also offer various discounts and deals throughout the week. Monday Madness is a popular promotion, offering affordable games and shoe rentals for everyone. Ladies Night is a great way for women to enjoy a night out with friends and take advantage of discounted games. Students can also benefit from a 10% discount on games with a valid student ID.At AMF Babylon Lanes, we strive to create an inclusive and exciting environment for bowlers of all ages and skill levels. Stay tuned for our upcoming events and take advantage of our discounts and deals for a memorable bowling experience.Food and Beverage OptionsWhen it comes to the food and beverage options at AMF Babylon Lanes, customers can expect a diverse selection that caters to all tastes and preferences. Our goal is to provide a satisfying dining experience that complements the excitement of bowling.Here are three reasons why our food and beverage options are sure to please:Extensive Food Options: Whether you're in the mood for a classic burger and fries or something a bit more adventurous like our signature chicken quesadilla, we've you covered. Our menu features a wide range of appetizers, entrees, and desserts that are made with high-quality ingredients to ensure a delicious meal every time.Customizable Beverages: We understand that everyone has different preferences when it comes to their drinks. That's why we offer a variety of beverage choices, including soft drinks, juices, and a selection of alcoholic beverages for those who are of legal drinking age. Our fully stocked bar ensures that you can enjoy your favorite drink while you bowl.Special Dietary Accommodations: We believe that everyone should be able to enjoy our food options, regardless of their dietary restrictions. That's why we offer vegetarian and gluten-free choices on our menu. Our staff is also knowledgeable about food allergies and can help guide you in choosing a meal that fits your specific needs.At AMF Babylon Lanes, we want you to have the freedom to enjoy a delicious meal and refreshing beverages while you bowl. Our diverse food options and customizable beverage choices ensure that there's something for everyone. So, come hungry and thirsty, and let's take care of your dining needs while you have a great time bowling.Pricing and Membership OptionsCustomers at AMF Babylon Lanes have a variety of pricing and membership options to choose from. When it comes to pricing options, AMF Babylon Lanes offers competitive rates for their bowling lanes. They've hourly rates for groups, as well as special rates for certain times of the day or week. This allows customers to choose the option that best fits their budget and schedule.In addition to their pricing options, AMF Babylon Lanes also offers membership options that come with a range of benefits. One of the main benefits of becoming a member is the ability to save money. Members receive discounted rates on bowling games, shoe rentals, and food and beverages. This can add up to significant savings, especially for frequent bowlers.Another benefit of membership is the convenience it provides. Members have access to exclusive lanes and priority lane reservations, which means they can avoid long wait times during peak hours. This allows them to enjoy their bowling experience without any hassle or stress.Furthermore, AMF Babylon Lanes offers special perks for members, such as free game credits, birthday discounts, and access to member-only events and tournaments. These additional benefits enhance the overall bowling experience and provide members with even more value for their membership.Amenities and EntertainmentAMF Babylon Lanes offers a range of amenities and entertainment options to enhance the bowling experience for our customers. Whether you're looking to host a party or celebrate a special occasion, or if you're planning a fun day out with the kids, we've got you covered.Here are three options that will surely evoke excitement and create lasting memories:Party Packages and Event Hosting: We understand the importance of celebrating milestones and creating unforgettable experiences. That's why we offer a variety of party packages and event hosting options. From birthdays to corporate events, our dedicated team will work with you to customize the perfect package that suits your needs. With our spacious party rooms, delicious food options, and state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, your event is guaranteed to be a hit.Kids' Birthday Party Options: Planning a birthday party for your little one? Look no further! We've a range of options specifically designed for kids' birthday parties. Our party packages include bowling, shoe rentals, arcade play, and food options that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Our friendly staff will ensure that every detail is taken care of, so you can sit back, relax, and enjoy the celebration.Entertainment Galore: At AMF Babylon Lanes, we believe in providing entertainment beyond just bowling. Our arcade is packed with exciting games that will keep both kids and adults entertained for hours. From classic arcade games to cutting-edge virtual reality experiences, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Plus, our fully stocked bar and lounge area offer a perfect place to unwind and socialize with friends and family.With our extensive amenities and entertainment options, AMF Babylon Lanes is the ultimate destination for freedom seekers who crave a bowling experience like no other. Join us for a day of fun, laughter, and unforgettable memories.Customer Reviews and TestimonialsBased on the feedback from our valued patrons, AMF Babylon Lanes consistently receives rave reviews and glowing testimonials for its exceptional customer service and unforgettable bowling experience. Our commitment to customer satisfaction is evident in every aspect of our operations, from the moment you step foot in our facility until the time you leave with a smile on your face.At AMF Babylon Lanes, we understand that bowling isn't just a game, but a passion for many. That's why we strive to provide the best bowling experience possible, catering to both casual bowlers and seasoned professionals. Our state-of-the-art lanes and equipment are meticulously maintained to ensure optimal performance, allowing you to showcase your bowling techniques with ease.But it's not just about the game itself; it's about the entire experience. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff is always on hand to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have. They're well-versed in the intricacies of bowling techniques and are happy to offer guidance and tips to help you improve your game.In addition to our top-notch customer service, our amenities further contribute to the overall satisfaction of our patrons. From our comfortable seating areas to our fully stocked snack bar, we strive to create an environment that's both enjoyable and relaxing.Don't just take our word for it, though. Our customer reviews and testimonials speak for themselves. Time and time again, our patrons express their delight with the quality of our service, the cleanliness of our facility, and the overall experience they've at AMF Babylon Lanes.Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat Is the Average Wait Time for a Lane at AMF Babylon Lanes?Factors influencing wait time at Amf Babylon Lanes can vary depending on various factors such as the day of the week, time of day, and overall popularity of the bowling alley. To minimize wait time, it's advisable to plan your visit during off-peak hours or consider making a reservation in advance.Additionally, arriving early or utilizing online booking options can help reduce wait times. Taking these tips into consideration can ensure a smoother and more efficient experience at Amf Babylon Lanes.Are There Any Age Restrictions for Participating in Bowling Leagues at AMF Babylon Lanes?There are age restrictions for participating in bowling leagues at AMF Babylon Lanes. While specific age requirements may vary depending on the league, it's common for leagues to have minimum age limits.For example, some leagues may require participants to be at least 18 years old, while others may have age restrictions of 21 or older. These age restrictions ensure that participants have the necessary skills and maturity to compete in a league setting.Can I Bring My Own Bowling Shoes or Do I Have to Rent Them?When it comes to bowling, many people wonder if they can bring their own shoes or if they've to rent them. The decision ultimately depends on the specific bowling alley and their policies. Some places may allow you to bring your own shoes, while others may require you to rent them.It's always a good idea to check with the bowling alley beforehand to see what their rules are regarding shoe rentals.Is There a Dress Code for Bowling at AMF Babylon Lanes?When it comes to bowling at Amf Babylon Lanes, there's indeed a dress code. But don't worry, it's nothing too restrictive. The dress code ensures a pleasant and comfortable experience for everyone.So, put on your favorite casual attire and get ready to bowl!As for the benefits of bowling at Amf Babylon Lanes, you can expect a fun-filled time with friends and family, a chance to improve your bowling skills, and the opportunity to create lasting memories.Are There Any Discounts or Promotions Available for Large Groups or Parties at AMF Babylon Lanes?Large group discounts and party promotions are often available at various bowling alleys. These deals can help save money and make the experience more enjoyable for everyone involved.It's always a good idea to check with the specific bowling alley, like AMF Babylon Lanes, to see what discounts or promotions they offer for large groups or parties. They may have special packages or rates that cater to these types of events, providing an affordable and fun option for gathering with friends or celebrating special occasions.ConclusionIn conclusion, Amf Babylon Lanes is like a striking melody, bringing families together with its state-of-the-art facilities and friendly atmosphere.With options for all skill levels, exciting events, and delicious food and beverage options, it's a must-visit destination for families looking to create lasting memories.So grab your bowling shoes and join us on this unforgettable journey of fun and bonding.Let the pins fall and the good times roll at Amf Babylon Lanes! submitted by Sweet-Count2557 to worldkidstravel [link] [comments] |