(I'm currently 18 going on 19) but in college (i would've been 16 going on 17) I remember dating someone briefly. She ended up being really touchy, uncomfortably so and I know now she was just disgustingly disrespecting of me boundaries.
But, she complained a lot about how comfortable I was being touched by friends. (though back then during that time, it was simply hugging them)
It's come back into my mind since dating this guy currently. He's pansexual, as am I with all queer friends. He's made a few jokes about 'kissing/spooning homies' etc. But otherwise, I've gotten a vibe he might view things differently? he has a lot more dating experience particularly in popular and large groups where cheating/drama happens a lot.
With my friends, I've known them since anywhere from 8-12 depending on the friend.
It's never been particularly weird to spoon or cuddle whenever we had sleepovers growing up, and currently. We kiss cheeks, and foreheads rarely. I wouldn't really find it weird to peck their lips though in general if they asked?
There's always been joking flirting, as a mockery and so on with one or two of my friends in particular. I've never done any of this when in a relationship bc I've never exactly been in one.
I know it sounds weird but it's just this comfortable thing of ALL of us knowing nobody views it as romantic/sexual? A few of my friends have a history of sexual trauma/abuse and are very touch averse with anyone besides our small group of friends.
I've had some issues with being sexualised/objectified, so there's also that comfortability in platonic touch. I've noticed I'm a lot more shy and casual when dating, and don't know how to explain the difference. It feels more intimate with someone I romantically like, so I'm very shy towards it. However with friends it's nothing, so I can immediately run over and hug them.

It was one of those summer days, where the sky was bright blue, and little fluffy white clouds floated peacefully through.
Where children played, climbed and ran to their heart's content.
Where colourful towels laid out on the grass offered picnics and packed lunches. With half-finished sandwiches and orange squash in plastic beakers.
Where old benches creaked with chatting friends and families.
Where footballs soared high in the air, while birds perched on the tennis fences.
Where grazed knees and elbows were doctored by magic rubs.
Where existential teenagers and naughty children sat alone and picked at blades of grass.
Where old men, and mothers and fathers sunbathed and napped on foldable chairs.
Where swings and slides transported bottoms to the heights and depths.
Where people sought shade under the great pines.
Where spiders lurked in hedges, and thorns waited patiently.
And private minds wished and desired.
And secretly planned and plotted.

Guys this is quite simple. DO NOT respond to people sending you a direct message without commenting and engaging you on your post FIRST. When we ban a scammer, they can STILL view your post and send you a direct message, they just can't comment. MAKE THEM TALK TO YOU ON YOUR POST. If it seems too good to be true, it usually is! If they YES you to everything, be aware! They will tell you they have everything you are looking for and will even offer you discounts and deals just to get you to let your guard down. They don't care what pretend price you agree too, because they aren't actually selling you anything, just stealing your money!
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Hello, lovely people of Reddit!
We're an excited couple getting married tomorrow, Wednesday, the 8th of May, and we're looking for two amazing individuals to be part of our special day as witnesses. The ceremony is scheduled for 3 PM at the City Hall, conveniently located inside the Mario Finlayson National Art Gallery in Gibraltar.
We would love if two English-speaking, over-18-year-olds could join us to witness and sign off on our marriage. The ceremony itself will be brief, so it won't take much of your time, and to show our appreciation, we're happy to offer some cash compensation or, better yet, invite you to enjoy a celebratory dinner with us afterwards!
This is a great opportunity to make our day even more special and perhaps make new friends in the process. If you're interested, please send us a private message so we can coordinate.
Thank you so much, and we look forward to possibly celebrating with you!

Managed to snag a display model (unused) SGBA211 at much lower than retail price. It's just a beautiful watch to wear and look at. :-)
Although I was initially a little put off by their confusing website, I'm glad I gave them a go and would recommended buying through them.
I contacted them via LINE app to transfer the watch from their Osaka store to Tokyo (which only took 2 days), then I was able to view it in person and ask clarifying questions about warranty... Etc. The staff were very friendly and helpful too.

(Only Europe, Please) - short note - If you're not into reading or receiving long messages,don't read any further + Please If you don't want to read everything because of my post being too long for you & instead of reading It all - ..skip some parts - find another person to talk to.Let's respect each other and our free time. All people criticizing/making fun of me & other people - will be blocked.Pretty much as people questioning my post and giving me unsolicited advice.I'm not here for any conflicts and I know I can't please everyone - I know I never will.. However It's me who should feel comfortable in my new potential friendship & obviously someone who wants to be my friend - not the whole world.. which is why I don't need any advice from people who don't even want to be a part of my life. The amount of rude people on Reddit always criticizing others and making fun of them is unbelievably high but let me tell you something - NEVER let anyone make choices for you and criticize you only because you're different! Always fight for your dreams and never let anyone make you think you're worthless! It's your life and you're the one deciding what's best for you - If you want to judge me despite not even wanting to talk to me or give me advice better block me! I'm an adult woman and I make all decisions on my own.I'm not trying to "fit in" and be like everyone else - just to get more attention.Accept me for who I am or let go - is my motto.
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Hello guys! 🙂 (read everything before you decide to send me a message) Please send me a message ONLY If you're in the same situation and If your expectations are the same as mine.I want to find like minded people from Europe (Why Europe? Read my post to find out) I'm looking for something permanent (remember - you can feel lonely even If you're surrounded by others - If there's no emotional bond) I'm fed up of meeting people who never make time for me & only text me once or twice a week to ask me "what are you up to?" Out of boredom.I don't want to meet people asking others a million of questions like "what's your favorite movie?" Just to give them one word answer and ask them another question "and music? Your favorite song?" I'm looking for something "deeper" & different 🙂
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What kind of friend would I like to find? Someone to talk to on a daily basis - Someone who needs It & wants It just as much as me
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What are my expectations? I would like to meet someone in a similar situation – why? Because I honestly feel like only a person with the same expectations and a similar outlook on life would get along with me & because I feel more comfortable talking to people like me..Friendless people who need a strong bond - people without friends and partners.. Don't get me wrong…Most people deserve to be happy and It's good to have friends but people who have friends or families in real life are usually more focused on them (which is completely understandable) & have less time for others + I simply don't want to be replaced by anyone..I kind of envy people who can call others , true friends given I don't have an emotional bond with any of my acquaintances. Please send me a message only If you're not In a relationship and don't have friends for the same reasons I've already mentioned before
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Whenever I hear that others have friends I simply get sad because (believe it or not) If I had to choose between 20 people to talk to (acquaintances) and one special person - I'd choose that one special person without any hesitation .
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I also want to talk to others every day because..I want to see someone’s effort & be someone's first choice - not another person to have random conversations with..some people ask me "Why do you want to talk to people from Europe?" Well..Because I would like to see someone I'd get along with - In the far future - face to face :) + I don't want to wait any longer than 6 hours to receive a message - waiting 6 hours to receive a message is more than enough
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I'm by no means criticizing people who don't want to talk to others often / People who really are super busy & People who want to find someone to have unimportant conversations with - I'm aware that not everyone has the same expectations which is why everything you're reading now - is here for a reason :) All I'm suggesting is - I don't want anything temporary and I don't want to be the one always giving more than receiving.Listen people - I used to ignore being..ignored by others..always being just an option to talk to during tough times or moments of boredom.I was too young to realize that I was never important enough for most people that were a part of my life. I don't know who needs to hear this but..No one is too busy to make time for you! People make excuses to avoid others because they prioritize everything and (maybe) everyone..over them. It's true that most people are busy - but It takes only a few seconds to start a conversation (If you're into short messages) and a few minutes (1-10/15) to type a long message . Don't let anyone lie to you.
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Truth is that most people either don't like you enough to make time for you or just simply - feel no need to talk to others often but are they too busy? No..You don't need to send me a message just to ask me and tell me "Do you really want to talk every day? I like long messages but I can't promise to contact you often" If you really are unsure please don't send me a message.I don't need more acquaintances aka people to talk to - occasionally.
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I'm not trying to sound rude but conversations once or twice a week wouldn't be enough for me and I don't need them... Let me tell you one thing – A true friend would never just give up on you for no reason :) It’s always possible to find someone to have a random conversation with – someone willing to send you one message once or twice a week..but..It’s almost impossible to find people willing to make more time for you.
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I’m not asking a busy person to make time for me by changing some plans! Absolutely not! I’m here to find someone who wants to talk daily (throughout the day or maybe even night) of one’s own will.Someone looking for the same kind of connection.Strong friendships are based on mutual support. One of the best things you can do for a friend in need, is just to be there for them when they want to talk.I often see posts from people who always say how friendless they are because they don't feel loved or appreciated by their "friends" remember! A true friend - someone who truly likes you or someone who wants to get to know you - will always find time for you.
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I'm not interested in small talk/short messages - I love long and meaningful conversations. It's so easy to find someone who loves abbreviations and questions like "How are you?" How was your day? Or what are you interested in? But so hard/almost impossible to find a person who knows how to keep a conversation going & show others some effort.Building and maintaining friendships takes time and effort.Never allow pursuits or possessions to become bigger priorities than your relations with other people.Close friendships are so important to us because they are so difficult to form + Having friends can help you feel as if you belong to something that brings purpose and connection to your life
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• I do NOT respond to any „Hey,hmu” or „u want to talk?” type of messages (super short messages or messages full of abbreviations – I literally can’t stand abbreviations and acronyms in text messages) ALL messages full of abbreviations will immediately be ignored.I also don't like it when people ignore everything I say in private messages just to focus on a random question or? When they start talking only about themselves and don't ever ask me anything. I love conversations with people referring to everything I say...I want everything I say and do - to be reciprocated
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• No NSFW profiles (checking mental health subreddits NOT included as I'm a huge empath and always try to understand others) - Please! I'm not looking for anyone to flirt with and I'm not looking for a partner either. I always check people's profiles (even comment history) - To avoid guys, trying to get inappropriate pictures from adult women or? flirt with them + I don't want to see you with no clothes on so If you're on Reddit only because you want others to see what's underneath your clothes - I'm not for you! I just simply don't want to see any s e x related activity on your profile If you want to talk to me.
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• If both of us (you and I) are from the same country (I live in a non-English speaking country) - I want to communicate with you in our first language! No - Not because I don't understand English - because as you see - I do. Why then? English is simply overrated and people don't appreciate other languages as much as they should. So.. If we're from the same country and you want to talk only in English (which is quite common on reddit) - Talk to someone else. I just don't want to talk to a person from the same country as mine - in a foreign language as It's just something I don't understand even If all you want is to improve your language skills
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• Please only adult people 18-36 (age range) It doesn't matter to me If you're younger or older than me (as long as you're not underage) So.. don't worry! I just want to have discussions with emotionally mature people :)
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• I don’t respond to messages I don’t find interesting even If they're long - If after receiving and reading your message I don't feel comfortable or think "I wouldn't get along with him/her" I simply do not respond (what I’m suggesting is that I don’t always respond to someone’s first or second message because..sometimes you just know If you’d get along with someone or not- I’d never ignore anyone after days or weeks of daily conversations though) just because I don’t want to do anything forcefully & because I don’t want to lead anyone on. I read all messages but I definitely don't respond to all of them! I want to make it clear because I don't want to be accused of not responding and not reading people's messages! - Some people don't message me back as well and even If It's a bit disappointing I'm ok with that! - as long as there's no emotional bond - Not responding to someone's first or second message Is completely OK! If people think they wouldn't get along with a stranger - is there a reason to start a conversation? I don't think so. I can't stand being ignored after days or weeks of daily conversations and seeing people changing priorities over time.. but that's something different - something I don't want to go through ever again for real. If I'm really interested in someone's message it's impossible to hear from me "I'm too busy" because I know myself and If I had no time for others - I wouldn't be here. I don't want to pretend someone I'm not and always try to find some cheap excuses to avoid others. (unlike most people who don't want to talk to others)
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• It would be better If you guys were into emojis - like me - to describe your emotions In text messages. Two emojis - 🙂 and 🙁 are completely enough! I just don't like emotionless conversations.I also don't like it when people say "yeah" or yea"as it sounds dismissively. First impression Is everything to me! I want to see your kindness even in a text message - Emojis are very helpful to express your emotions.I don't want to meet people who say "crying Is a weakness" - It's OK to cry even If you're a guy!
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• I want to talk on reddit first (just to make sure If I'd get along with you) before moving to Discord or some other app
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• I would rather talk to a homebody - not another person who always has something to do as people who are very busy don't even have time for daily conversations
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• If you're another person interested only in "childish conversations" such as "HEYOOO! I'M BORED! Ya like Pizza or cheese? xDDDD 🤣" I'm begging you! Don't send me a message.I'm not a child anymore and such messages don't make me smile or laugh.I'm looking for someone interested In serious discussions - not another person just seeking some entertainment out of boredom . Conversations with sarcastic undertones (even when It comes to some emojis such as 🤣😂) are not for me. Your typing style matters to me! Why? when It comes to online conversations with someone new - It's not always possible to know If someone Is laughing at you.. or with you. Let me tell you something else! Jokes about cancer, disabilities and death are UNACCEPTABLE to me. If you find joy In someone else's misfortune you are not a person I want to know.
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• Time response matters to me a lot! I would never ask anyone to be online all day long and I'm NOT asking any of you for any instant messaging as I'm someone who would rather wait an hour or two to receive a proper response instead of some short and pointless messages but I'm interested only in daily conversations and I don't want to wait any longer than 6 hours to get a message from you.I don't need unbelievably long messages either! Messages as long as the second paragraph of my post - are completely enough. If you like longer messages? you can send me a longer message, but If you want to send me one word or one sentence as a response to my post - don't expect a reaction from me. I don't want to come across as rude - I just don't want to waste your time
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• I'm strongly AGAINST picking on people you don't even want to chat with - and making fun of them! I can't stand people who criticize others publicly or make fun of them! (only because they disagree with someone they don't even know) There's no place In my life for someone using Reddit, to hurt other people
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Why can’t you see any of my hobbies listed down below? Because what really matters to me is..who you are (If you’re honest, talkative ,understanding, caring and trustworthy – for example) just simply – It matters to me what you’re like! not what you like.Don’t get me wrong – you can tell me what your hobbies are but from my point of view - people's hobbies are important - If you want to find a gaming buddy or If you want to meet someone to hang out with in real life and..go bowling for example.What most people seem to care about are other people's passions – I don’t. I get along with other people despite having completely different hobbies but I absolutely don’t get along with people way different than me (different expectations and outlook on life – way different sense of humor or personality traits – It’s just an example) It doesn't make ANY DIFFERENCE to me If you're a gamer or? Someone interested in photography! It doesn't make any difference - > as long as you're talkative and kind and If you also want to find someone willing to stay in your life..for good - But If you're into small talk and all you want is to...type and receive super short messages or If you're here only because you're bored and don't know what to do + If you're a very sarcastic person - I'm definitely not for you! I don't get along with overly sarcastic people turning everything into a joke. Friendships should be natural – not forced. I wouldn't get along with people who laugh at everything.. In my opinion most people are way too sarcastic.. It's quite sad... Sarcasm can also be another form of passive-aggressive behavior.
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People who want to be to friends should feel comfortable and have something in common. No - not necessarily a similar taste in music or movies but something else..Most friendships don't fizzle out because of people not having the same hobbies but..because they just simply have different expectations when It comes to something important.I'm not here out of boredom and trust me - I'm not here to meet as many people as possible.I choose quality over quantity.I highly value myself and my time & Sometimes one person but a person who makes you feel comfortable and understood - is more than enough :) We ALL can choose what kind of people we’d like to talk to and maybe even become really good friends with and I? I don’t want anyone to be disappointed.We all have some expectations after all.I know that people don't have to talk as often as possible in order to become friends but I'm interested only in daily conversations. If you really need someone to talk to due to loneliness and If you have time to talk to me daily (throughout the day and maybe even night) I always make time for others.I'm literally always available.I could even stay up all night long only to talk to someone important to me. I’m ready to commit but only If there’s some chemistry between me and someone else.I don’t do anything forcefully.
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If you want to talk to me tell me your story - tell me why you're here, what kind of friend would you like to meet :) Et cetera.Such messages are way more interesting to me than...someone's long list of hobbies. I know! It's unusual on reddit but I don't make friends based on hobbies..I want to meet someone with the same mindset as mine to finally feel understood and get close to someone new. You can share your problems with me - I absolutely don't mind "complaining" as I've been through a lot in my life.What do people usually tell you when you tell them that something's wrong? "Don't complain" or "Life's not over yet - one day you'll be happy" or "There are worse situations than yours" and..obviously "Find a therapist" Life's not a fairytale and sometimes things don't go as planned.Emotions shouldn't be bottled up.I'm sick of people always telling others "everything's gonna be ok" move on " & more..Trust me people - not everyone wants to hear "Just believe in yourself and everything's gonna be ok" Some people take it as reassurance - but others? They would rather hear something different 🙁Imagine being told that things will be okay, only for them to get worse..Do you guys know why telling someone "everything's gonna be ok" Is wrong? Because you can't see the future.
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You can't guarantee others that one day they'll finally be happy + when It comes to social interactions - We're responsible only for ourselves - not others & as you guys know people let us down quite often (sometimes even when there's no reason) so instead of telling people how they should move on, forget everything and be happy or asking them to find a therapist - be there for them! Always be willing to listen to them If you really like them or want to get to know them & don't suggest everyone in a tough situation to find a therapist because even the best therapist won't ever replace a true friend + It's quite normal to be disappointed If people always do something to hurt you. Sharing your hardships with other people in a very similar situation or exactly the same one - is VERY helpful If the other person understands you & wants to start all over by just letting it all out! Feeling emotional support instead of always hearing some "positive quotes" or someone saying "Stop complaining let's talk about something else - Is very important! "Everyone needs a shoulder to cry on. I appreciate sensitive people who always try to understand others. If after hearing a sad story all you want to say is "forget the past and move on" you're not for me. It's important to be a good listener and provide emotional support to others
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Please - If you're a completely different person than the described type of person I'm looking for (If you love abbreviations,If you don't need a stable friendship, If you're sarcastic and quiet) or If you simply disagree with my post - don't force yourself to send me a message.I want my new potential friendship to be natural which is why I want you to contact me only If your needs are the same - I don't want you to pretend someone you're not - only to please me - Pretending to be someone you're not - is the worst.I want to finally be happy again & find someone "always" wanting to talk - sending me random pictures throughout the day - food pictures or pictures of some animals. What is the most important to me? I want to find people who value online friendships as much as they would value real life ones as there's another human being on the other side
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I know It's possible to meet people with exactly the same expectations as mine but It's just not easy because most people are Interested In temporary and entertaining conversations. People like me are just "different" I really want to finally find someone who loves emojis as much as I do.. someone who loves sweet, warm and serious discussions at the same time. Emojis really do - change conversations 😊

For context, I am in a temporary accommodation flat provided by council, there is a long long waiting list for permanent accommodation and I don't want to be a part of it and my temporary accommodation is somewhat expensive so I'd like to leave as soon as possible. The problem is that every private landlord wants a reference from your current landlord and my council refuses to provide me one by saying that they do not provide references for anyone in temporary accommodation. I am even getting denied for viewings when I mention I can not provide a reference and some of my applications were rejected because of this. I am unsure as to what my next steps are, can anyone help me with this? How do I possibly get a property without reference?

(Only Europe, Please) - short note - If you're not into reading or receiving long messages,don't read any further + Please If you don't want to read everything because of my post being too long for you & instead of reading It all - ..skip some parts - find another person to talk to.Let's respect each other and our free time. All people criticizing/making fun of me & other people - will be blocked.Pretty much as people questioning my post and giving me unsolicited advice.I'm not here for any conflicts and I know I can't please everyone - I know I never will.. However It's me who should feel comfortable in my new potential friendship & obviously someone who wants to be my friend - not the whole world.. which is why I don't need any advice from people who don't even want to be a part of my life. The amount of rude people on Reddit always criticizing others and making fun of them is unbelievably high but let me tell you something - NEVER let anyone make choices for you and criticize you only because you're different! Always fight for your dreams and never let anyone make you think you're worthless! It's your life and you're the one deciding what's best for you - If you want to judge me despite not even wanting to talk to me or give me advice better block me! I'm an adult woman and I make all decisions on my own.I'm not trying to "fit in" and be like everyone else - just to get more attention.Accept me for who I am or let go - is my motto.
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Hello guys! 🙂 (read everything before you decide to send me a message) Please send me a message ONLY If you're in the same situation and If your expectations are the same as mine.I want to find like minded people from Europe (Why Europe? Read my post to find out) I'm looking for something permanent (remember - you can feel lonely even If you're surrounded by others - If there's no emotional bond) I'm fed up of meeting people who never make time for me & only text me once or twice a week to ask me "what are you up to?" Out of boredom.I don't want to meet people asking others a million of questions like "what's your favorite movie?" Just to give them one word answer and ask them another question "and music? Your favorite song?" I'm looking for something "deeper" & different 🙂
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What are my expectations? I would like to meet someone in a similar situation – why? Because I honestly feel like only a person with the same expectations and a similar outlook on life would get along with me & because I feel more comfortable talking to people like me..Friendless people who need a strong bond - people without friends and partners.. Don't get me wrong…Most people deserve to be happy and It's good to have friends but people who have friends or families in real life are usually more focused on them (which is completely understandable) & have less time for others + I simply don't want to be replaced by anyone..I kind of envy people who can call others , true friends given I don't have an emotional bond with any of my acquaintances. Please send me a message only If you're not In a relationship and don't have friends for the same reasons I've already mentioned before
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I'm by no means criticizing people who don't want to talk to others often / People who really are super busy & People who want to find someone to have unimportant conversations with - I'm aware that not everyone has the same expectations which is why everything you're reading now - is here for a reason :) All I'm suggesting is - I don't want anything temporary and I don't want to be the one always giving more than receiving.Listen people - I used to ignore being..ignored by others..always being just an option to talk to during tough times or moments of boredom.I was too young to realize that I was never important enough for most people that were a part of my life. I don't know who needs to hear this but..No one is too busy to make time for you! People make excuses to avoid others because they prioritize everything and (maybe) everyone..over them. It's true that most people are busy - but It takes only a few seconds to start a conversation (If you're into short messages) and a few minutes (1-10/15) to type a long message . Don't let anyone lie to you.
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Truth is that most people either don't like you enough to make time for you or just simply - feel no need to talk to others often but are they too busy? No..You don't need to send me a message just to ask me and tell me "Do you really want to talk every day? I like long messages but I can't promise to contact you often" If you really are unsure please don't send me a message.I don't need more acquaintances aka people to talk to - occasionally.
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I'm not trying to sound rude but conversations once or twice a week wouldn't be enough for me and I don't need them... Let me tell you one thing – A true friend would never just give up on you for no reason :) It’s always possible to find someone to have a random conversation with – someone willing to send you one message once or twice a week..but..It’s almost impossible to find people willing to make more time for you.
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I’m not asking a busy person to make time for me by changing some plans! Absolutely not! I’m here to find someone who wants to talk daily (throughout the day or maybe even night) of one’s own will.Someone looking for the same kind of connection.Strong friendships are based on mutual support. One of the best things you can do for a friend in need, is just to be there for them when they want to talk.I often see posts from people who always say how friendless they are because they don't feel loved or appreciated by their "friends" remember! A true friend - someone who truly likes you or someone who wants to get to know you - will always find time for you.
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I'm not interested in small talk/short messages - I love long and meaningful conversations. It's so easy to find someone who loves abbreviations and questions like "How are you?" How was your day? Or what are you interested in? But so hard/almost impossible to find a person who knows how to keep a conversation going & show others some effort.Building and maintaining friendships takes time and effort.Never allow pursuits or possessions to become bigger priorities than your relations with other people.Close friendships are so important to us because they are so difficult to form + Having friends can help you feel as if you belong to something that brings purpose and connection to your life
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• I do NOT respond to any „Hey,hmu” or „u want to talk?” type of messages (super short messages or messages full of abbreviations – I literally can’t stand abbreviations and acronyms in text messages) ALL messages full of abbreviations will immediately be ignored.I also don't like it when people ignore everything I say in private messages just to focus on a random question or? When they start talking only about themselves and don't ever ask me anything. I love conversations with people referring to everything I say...I want everything I say and do - to be reciprocated
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• No NSFW profiles (checking mental health subreddits NOT included as I'm a huge empath and always try to understand others) - Please! I'm not looking for anyone to flirt with and I'm not looking for a partner either. I always check people's profiles (even comment history) - To avoid guys, trying to get inappropriate pictures from adult women or? flirt with them + I don't want to see you with no clothes on so If you're on Reddit only because you want others to see what's underneath your clothes - I'm not for you! I just simply don't want to see any s e x related activity on your profile If you want to talk to me.
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• If both of us (you and I) are from the same country (I live in a non-English speaking country) - I want to communicate with you in our first language! No - Not because I don't understand English - because as you see - I do. Why then? English is simply overrated and people don't appreciate other languages as much as they should. So.. If we're from the same country and you want to talk only in English (which is quite common on reddit) - Talk to someone else. I just don't want to talk to a person from the same country as mine - in a foreign language as It's just something I don't understand even If all you want is to improve your language skills
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• Please only adult people 18-36 (age range) It doesn't matter to me If you're younger or older than me (as long as you're not underage) So.. don't worry! I just want to have discussions with emotionally mature people :)
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• I don’t respond to messages I don’t find interesting even If they're long - If after receiving and reading your message I don't feel comfortable or think "I wouldn't get along with him/her" I simply do not respond (what I’m suggesting is that I don’t always respond to someone’s first or second message because..sometimes you just know If you’d get along with someone or not- I’d never ignore anyone after days or weeks of daily conversations though) just because I don’t want to do anything forcefully & because I don’t want to lead anyone on. I read all messages but I definitely don't respond to all of them! I want to make it clear because I don't want to be accused of not responding and not reading people's messages! - Some people don't message me back as well and even If It's a bit disappointing I'm ok with that! - as long as there's no emotional bond - Not responding to someone's first or second message Is completely OK! If people think they wouldn't get along with a stranger - is there a reason to start a conversation? I don't think so. I can't stand being ignored after days or weeks of daily conversations and seeing people changing priorities over time.. but that's something different - something I don't want to go through ever again for real. If I'm really interested in someone's message it's impossible to hear from me "I'm too busy" because I know myself and If I had no time for others - I wouldn't be here. I don't want to pretend someone I'm not and always try to find some cheap excuses to avoid others. (unlike most people who don't want to talk to others)
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• Don’t ask me “Can you tell me something about yourself?” If you really want to get to know me - you can ask me questions :) I'm an open book.
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• It would be better If you guys were into emojis - like me - to describe your emotions In text messages. Two emojis - 🙂 and 🙁 are completely enough! I just don't like emotionless conversations.I also don't like it when people say "yeah" or yea"as it sounds dismissively. First impression Is everything to me! I want to see your kindness even in a text message - Emojis are very helpful to express your emotions.I don't want to meet people who say "crying Is a weakness" - It's OK to cry even If you're a guy!
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• I want to talk on reddit first (just to make sure If I'd get along with you) before moving to Discord or some other app
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• I would rather talk to a homebody - not another person who always has something to do as people who are very busy don't even have time for daily conversations
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• If you're another person interested only in "childish conversations" such as "HEYOOO! I'M BORED! Ya like Pizza or cheese? xDDDD 🤣" I'm begging you! Don't send me a message.I'm not a child anymore and such messages don't make me smile or laugh.I'm looking for someone interested In serious discussions - not another person just seeking some entertainment out of boredom . Conversations with sarcastic undertones (even when It comes to some emojis such as 🤣😂) are not for me. Your typing style matters to me! Why? when It comes to online conversations with someone new - It's not always possible to know If someone Is laughing at you.. or with you. Let me tell you something else! Jokes about cancer, disabilities and death are UNACCEPTABLE to me. If you find joy In someone else's misfortune you are not a person I want to know.
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• Time response matters to me a lot! I would never ask anyone to be online all day long and I'm NOT asking any of you for any instant messaging as I'm someone who would rather wait an hour or two to receive a proper response instead of some short and pointless messages but I'm interested only in daily conversations and I don't want to wait any longer than 6 hours to get a message from you.I don't need unbelievably long messages either! Messages as long as the second paragraph of my post - are completely enough. If you like longer messages? you can send me a longer message, but If you want to send me one word or one sentence as a response to my post - don't expect a reaction from me. I don't want to come across as rude - I just don't want to waste your time
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• I'm strongly AGAINST picking on people you don't even want to chat with - and making fun of them! I can't stand people who criticize others publicly or make fun of them! (only because they disagree with someone they don't even know) There's no place In my life for someone using Reddit, to hurt other people
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• I'm not into foul language and I definitely don't want to talk to people who swear a lot...
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• I want to meet assertive people who know what they want and always stand up for their friends
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• I want to meet someone willing to call me In the future, someone spontaneously sending me pictures of animals or food, et cetera. I want more than just text conversations.. 🌻
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Why can’t you see any of my hobbies listed down below? Because what really matters to me is..who you are (If you’re honest, talkative ,understanding, caring and trustworthy – for example) just simply – It matters to me what you’re like! not what you like.Don’t get me wrong – you can tell me what your hobbies are but from my point of view - people's hobbies are important - If you want to find a gaming buddy or If you want to meet someone to hang out with in real life and..go bowling for example.What most people seem to care about are other people's passions – I don’t. I get along with other people despite having completely different hobbies but I absolutely don’t get along with people way different than me (different expectations and outlook on life – way different sense of humor or personality traits – It’s just an example) It doesn't make ANY DIFFERENCE to me If you're a gamer or? Someone interested in photography! It doesn't make any difference - > as long as you're talkative and kind and If you also want to find someone willing to stay in your life..for good - But If you're into small talk and all you want is to...type and receive super short messages or If you're here only because you're bored and don't know what to do + If you're a very sarcastic person - I'm definitely not for you! I don't get along with overly sarcastic people turning everything into a joke. Friendships should be natural – not forced. I wouldn't get along with people who laugh at everything.. In my opinion most people are way too sarcastic.. It's quite sad... Sarcasm can also be another form of passive-aggressive behavior.
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People who want to be to friends should feel comfortable and have something in common. No - not necessarily a similar taste in music or movies but something else..Most friendships don't fizzle out because of people not having the same hobbies but..because they just simply have different expectations when It comes to something important.I'm not here out of boredom and trust me - I'm not here to meet as many people as possible.I choose quality over quantity.I highly value myself and my time & Sometimes one person but a person who makes you feel comfortable and understood - is more than enough :) We ALL can choose what kind of people we’d like to talk to and maybe even become really good friends with and I? I don’t want anyone to be disappointed.We all have some expectations after all.I know that people don't have to talk as often as possible in order to become friends but I'm interested only in daily conversations. If you really need someone to talk to due to loneliness and If you have time to talk to me daily (throughout the day and maybe even night) I always make time for others.I'm literally always available.I could even stay up all night long only to talk to someone important to me. I’m ready to commit but only If there’s some chemistry between me and someone else.I don’t do anything forcefully.
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If you want to talk to me tell me your story - tell me why you're here, what kind of friend would you like to meet :) Et cetera.Such messages are way more interesting to me than...someone's long list of hobbies. I know! It's unusual on reddit but I don't make friends based on hobbies..I want to meet someone with the same mindset as mine to finally feel understood and get close to someone new. You can share your problems with me - I absolutely don't mind "complaining" as I've been through a lot in my life.What do people usually tell you when you tell them that something's wrong? "Don't complain" or "Life's not over yet - one day you'll be happy" or "There are worse situations than yours" and..obviously "Find a therapist" Life's not a fairytale and sometimes things don't go as planned.Emotions shouldn't be bottled up.I'm sick of people always telling others "everything's gonna be ok" move on " & more..Trust me people - not everyone wants to hear "Just believe in yourself and everything's gonna be ok" Some people take it as reassurance - but others? They would rather hear something different 🙁Imagine being told that things will be okay, only for them to get worse..Do you guys know why telling someone "everything's gonna be ok" Is wrong? Because you can't see the future.
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You can't guarantee others that one day they'll finally be happy + when It comes to social interactions - We're responsible only for ourselves - not others & as you guys know people let us down quite often (sometimes even when there's no reason) so instead of telling people how they should move on, forget everything and be happy or asking them to find a therapist - be there for them! Always be willing to listen to them If you really like them or want to get to know them & don't suggest everyone in a tough situation to find a therapist because even the best therapist won't ever replace a true friend + It's quite normal to be disappointed If people always do something to hurt you. Sharing your hardships with other people in a very similar situation or exactly the same one - is VERY helpful If the other person understands you & wants to start all over by just letting it all out! Feeling emotional support instead of always hearing some "positive quotes" or someone saying "Stop complaining let's talk about something else - Is very important! "Everyone needs a shoulder to cry on. I appreciate sensitive people who always try to understand others. If after hearing a sad story all you want to say is "forget the past and move on" you're not for me. It's important to be a good listener and provide emotional support to others
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Please - If you're a completely different person than the described type of person I'm looking for (If you love abbreviations,If you don't need a stable friendship, If you're sarcastic and quiet) or If you simply disagree with my post - don't force yourself to send me a message.I want my new potential friendship to be natural which is why I want you to contact me only If your needs are the same - I don't want you to pretend someone you're not - only to please me - Pretending to be someone you're not - is the worst.I want to finally be happy again & find someone "always" wanting to talk - sending me random pictures throughout the day - food pictures or pictures of some animals. What is the most important to me? I want to find people who value online friendships as much as they would value real life ones as there's another human being on the other side
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I know It's possible to meet people with exactly the same expectations as mine but It's just not easy because most people are Interested In temporary and entertaining conversations. People like me are just "different" I really want to finally find someone who loves emojis as much as I do.. someone who loves sweet, warm and serious discussions at the same time. Emojis really do - change conversations 😊

I have been on Reddit for a while, always looking (in private mode), but I am finally active. I guess you could say my egg cracked. I still live in boy mode, which feels weird to call it at my age, and don’t know if I will socially transition. I have already started some low dose hrt, which is probably why I have been feeling the way I do now. I am married to a wonderful woman who supports me as a crossdresser, but I don’t know if she would support more. Anyway, I am looking to meet some new Reddit friends to chat and share experiences so it doesn’t feel like I am on my own in this. Hopefully there are a few of you out there.

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salam I need advice. I am a depressed person who is shy, reserved, introverted and pessimistic. I lack self-confidence and low self-esteem. I am addicted to porn and cannabis. I am the kind of person who feels alone even surrounded. I took some mockery ( not mean, to laugh ) of my friends at heart. People often said that I am too sensitive or sometimes that I take everything in the first degree. My main group of friends is mostly people who live in the same housing project as me (we are 21 and they had 13 people who were not from the neighborhood and hung out with us since small). We are all descendants of African immigrant parents. We have socio-economic characteristics in common. We come from the same social class. We grew up in a sensitive neighbourhood and in poverty. There were always dramas in the neighbourhood). I was one of the quietest and most serious people in the group. I had the back of my friends and vice versa. They were there if there was any confusion. We did things that I’m not proud of and that I regret. I did things with them that I wouldn’t have done if I was alone. They said I behaved like a white man when I confided. They didn’t understand my point of view and didn’t even try.
2017: depression I forgot the cause, suicidal thoughts and 2 unsuccessful attempts. I do not go out for 9 months and I prefer to focus on my studies, play video games and watch movies. I was always in contact with them and I was on good terms with them.
2019: embarrassing accident happened in front of 6 members of the group of childhood friends from the same neighborhood. I was extremely ashamed, sad, embarrassed and didn’t feel well ( I wanted to die). They laughed a lot at the time and I was filmed. They justified the laughter and mockery by saying that I would have reacted the same way if one of them had found himself in my place while it is totally false because in this kind of situation I do not mock. I was so ashamed that I avoided those present and those who knew about the accident. I talked less and less with them. I stopped hanging/chill in the housing buildings but I stayed with some of my childhood friends who did not stay there anymore (because they had problems with people from the neighborhood and also for smoking cannabis). I fall into a deeper depression a few weeks later and I completely stop going out. My grades are down, I lose all my seriousness and motivation. My absence is felt. I talked to a person around us about my depression and suicidal desires. They ( my friends and I) gathered in a room to talk about the situation and pressured them to delete the video. He told them that they had to stop the mockery and made them aware of harassment and suicide. A friend of mine present at the events ( accident and reunion ) told me that people had mocked my depression and my suicidal desires and attempts. They also said that I behave like a fragile white man and that I was the victim.
I’m not close to my family at all. I haven’t visited my family since my depression and even before. and I’m not in touch with my family. Since 2021, Everyone at home knows that I’ve been smoking cannabis. One day my mother saw me with a joint in my mouth, I thought I was home alone 🤦‍♂️. I quickly hid it and exchanged it with a piece of wood I had in my pocket. I mentioned when she asked and wanted to see what it was. A few days later, she comes back to my room just after smoking. She found my joint I hadn’t finished and said it smelled all over the house. My mom and dad know I use a lot. 2022: I pulled out a big jar of weed, I was going to roll a blunt in the toilet. I had forgotten something and my brother went back to the toilet and found my weed, he didn’t want to get out of the toilet and film what he saw. He agreed not to tell my parents after he asked him not to. I completely quit school. Every year since 2021, I get caught indirectly by my parents. They have never seen me smoke but smell cannabis on me, when I smoke or when I go out to ride. They also found my vaporizer in 2023 and a grinder. My big sister had seen my ( metal ) grinder fall out of my pockets 2 days before. My father even burned 2 of my tactics for smoking (looking for mail at night or smoking while cooking). I got caught by my mom after smoking in the shower. She called my big brother to confirm the smell and I denied having smoked to the end. She saw that I had redeyes and didn’t believe me, I said I had shampoo in my eyes. She called my father to tell him. My mom says I like cannabis. My parents repeatedly threatened to hit me if they found me smoking again.
I never told them where and how I get the drug. I always give 1% of my reserve (1-2 grams max no more) when they ask me to give them everything I have (drugs). This is my vaporizer the most valuable thing they grabbed from me and it was found charging by my mother who thought it was an external battery before opening it. I took advantage of it about six months before it was taken from me. I know it’s haram but I love cannabis and its effects. My parents are hypocrites, they are always criticizing cousins who are in a worse or similar situation than mine. I often hear them talking on the phone. Sometimes my situation is worse. Recently I have a little cousin of 16 who was sent to Africa because he no longer wanted to go to school, he started selling drugs and stayed with delinquents. The same older brother who found my jar of weed, told my mom he saw my cousin in our neighborhood selling drugs. My mom asked my brother to beat him up the next time he sees him selling or calls my mom. My parents know that I am depressed, they know that I tried several times to commit suicide and that I very often have suicidal thoughts but they did nothing. They didn’t support me. My father was upset and asked why I thought that way. He said I had no reason to be depressed because there are people who have lived worse and are not depressed and do not commit suicide. That’s why I don’t like to confide in people. They don’t try to get away from their bias to adopt a neutral position (I know it’s hard). They don’t try to understand each other and judge.
I find it ironic because I spent every day of the last 3 months being high (Ramadan included). I’m useless, I wasn’t even productive. I stay home all the time. I don’t know what to do with my life. I’m tired of living, I want to die, but I don’t have the courage to kill myself. I spent so much time alone that I prefer to be alone. I don’t need and want to make friends, I’m not interested in meeting people.
Academically, I went from a student who participates a lot, serious and curious to a student who does not make any effort. My depression made me lose all my seriousness and motivation. One of my cousins I haven’t seen in seven years came to my house last week. He was coming to talk to me because I wasn’t going to talk to him. I went to cook and pretended to work on my computer not to talk to them. The only thing I took away from his visit was: he asked me if I was a smoker, I said no and then he told me that he always thought I was one of the stupid people who would start smoking later. He also said that I have a white mentality because I save and as soon as I have enough money I leave my parents' house. I do weight training 5 times a week. I went to the mosque more this year than the last 5 years. I go back to prayer, I pray from time to time, and I go to the mosque every Friday since New Year. Nothing to change. I still have suicidal thoughts and I’m really sick of living. I’m not interested in anything anymore, I don’t watch the news. I don’t take any news from my relatives. I have fewer and fewer discussions and I am starting to lack social skills.
Sorry for the length of the post and spelling mistakes. I’m fried rn and I’m not perfect. I don’t care what people think of me. I don’t care about anything, I just live my life and I accept myself. I just wanted to express myself without being judged. Thank you for your understanding

This all started back in February, I started to blow up on tiktok, was getting millions of views a video and found it hard to maintain while also in my final year of college. One day I woke up with intense abdominal and testicle pain, like really bad. Went to the ER and they said I most likely had a UTI. So they prescribed an antibiotic. 3 days later the pain became unbearable like I couldn’t even get out of bed, parents brought me to the ER again, different hospital. They prescribed me a different antibiotic.
Testicle pain eventually vanished but abdominal pain persisted, also with a few rash’s down below. Went to Doctor who gave me skin allergy medication, didn’t work. Was then prescribed another antibiotic, worked for a week and then rash came back. Was given antifungal cream, which done nothing.
Have had intense diarrhoea throughout this whole process btw along with abdominal pain.
One doctor then told me the initial uti is probably still present, more antibiotics. Didn’t work, also had a few IV antibiotics along the way.
Rash’s down below were then put down to recently shaving fully down there for the first time. Weirdly enough after being told this I was able to forget about this rash for some time and then new symptoms would pop up. There’s always a new symptom.
Starting feeling burning pain on my neck where I was badly sunburned once many years ago. Burning pain has been ongoing the last week and a half.
Have had white discharge coming out of penis, so doctors think yeast infection, currently on anti fungal medication which i haven’t noticed a difference. Multiple urine tests tests all came back clear. Also have had ultrasound of testicles which came back fine, and a CT scan which came back fine. Multiple blood tests too all came back fine.
This has been persistent since February, and I have just managed to graduate college. All these symptoms are still persisting, bad stomach, diarrhoea, genital rash’s, burning neck, and i am just tired. My family members and friends are tired of it. Doctors are now putting it down to mental health. Im so lost and have no hope for my future. I often think dying is my only way forward.

I wanna preface this by saying that this is not at all a toxic masculinity problem. Reading the entire post will make that clear. I am very open about my emotions and mental health in general, and I’m absolutely sure that I’d still be feeling this way if I were a woman.
The summer of 2022 was the worst my mental health has ever been. I’m not gonna go into the details, but in short I was suffering from severe intrusive thoughts that lasted all day every day. Genuinely - from the moment I woke up to the moment I went to bed, I would think about the same thing, nonstop, constantly trying to think my way out of thinking it and it wasn’t working. I was in a constant state of anxiety no matter what. Nothing could distract me from it. I couldn’t focus on anything else. This had been going on for months and so I was worried that it was going to continue to happen for the rest of my life. It was hell.
One day in November 2022, I decided to vent about this to some people that I trusted. I added about 20 people to a private story, and ended up writing an entire SEVEN PAGE ESSAY on what I’d been going through, including ALL of the details of ALL of the thoughts that I’d been having. Again, I’m not going to talk about these details because I’m ashamed and embarrassed of them - my problem felt so ‘unreal’ that I thought people would think I’m being ridiculous or going insane if I told them about the thoughts, so I never told anyone about them except my mom and a therapist. But in this moment in November, I couldn’t think straight at all and was extremely stressed and felt like I had no way out and I desparately needed help, so I posted this text which included all of the personal details and 20 people saw it.
About half them reached out with support, which was genuinely so appreciated. However, even with the people that were supportive, I look back on this event and really wish that I hadn’t let them know about this. It was too personal, too ridiculous, and I’m not comfortable with the possibility that they remember it or associate me with it. I had to distance myself from a few of these people because I couldn’t feel comfortable around them when their seeing their just reminds/reminded me of this moment and how they were there to see it. Again, I am someone who is generally very open about my mental health, but this was a WHOLE new level and I really feel like I went too far with this one.
Of course this was a long time ago. There are now a few people who were on that private story that I straight up do not trust anymore and I genuinely worry that they make fun of me behind my back. None of these people reached out when it happened so I can’t tell what they think about it and we haven’t talked in a long time so I can’t tell how they think about me. I really regret adding them to that story. Honestly this is the crux of the issue - If I just hadn’t added those 3 people to that story back then, then I wouldn’t be anxious like this at all. I worry that one of them might have screenshotted it and spread it. I worry that I’ve been gossiped about. I worry that if they screenshotted it or have any record of it, then they could post it elsewhere and bring it up to embarrass me whenever I’m feeling confident or content in any sort of position or social circle.
There have been instances where I’ve been very socially confident, but then I suddenly think back to this scenario and these possibilities and my confidence completely drops because I just feel so much regret and shame and anxiety about the whole thing. It’s been 18 months and I’m still not completely over it. I look at some of my current friends (who I wasn’t close with at the time so they hadn’t seen the post) and I think to myself “Gosh I am so glad you weren’t around to see that because I’d feel awkward around you if you did and then the friendship would be tarnished forever”
This one mistake has very much discouraged me from being so open about my mental health, or at least made me a lot more careful about what I choose to share because I worry that it’ll come back to bite me, either because of the regret I feel later on for sharing it or because of the possibility that the person could use it against me. I’m still quite emotionally vulnerable with people and am honest and open about what I’m going through, but I don’t think I’ll be comfortable going into extreme detail like this ever again.
With all this being said, I’m happy to say that I recovered from these intrusive thoughts a long time ago, and that they didn’t last forever like I feared they would. My mental health and emotional stability at the moment is probably the best it’s ever been, and I’m really happy about that. It’s just that this mistake from 18 months ago still haunts me from time to time. It’s genuinely one of my biggest regrets.
Basically, I still can’t get over the shame and anxiety that I feel for sharing something personal 18 months ago, and I would like advice on how I could get over it.

The Peru construction materials market size reached a value of more than USD 166.64 million in 2023. This positive trend is expected to continue, with the Peru construction materials market size projected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% between 2024 and 2032, reaching a value of USD 214.08 million by 2032.

Understanding Market Trends and Forecasts

Staying abreast of market trends and forecasts offers a strategic advantage in the ever-evolving construction materials industry. Understanding market size and growth projections allows businesses to anticipate demand, optimize production capacities, and make informed investment decisions. This analysis will provide a springboard for navigating the Peruvian construction materials market effectively.

Market Size and Forecast

As mentioned earlier, the market size for Peru construction materials surpassed USD 166.64 million in 2023. Looking ahead, the market is anticipated to maintain a steady growth trajectory, with a CAGR of 4.3% propelling it towards a projected value of USD 214.08 million by 2032.
Segmentation by Type
The Peruvian construction materials market can be segmented by type, offering a more granular view of specific product categories and their unique market dynamics. Here's a closer look at some key segments:

• Tiles Adhesives: Driven by increasing demand for high-quality tiles in residential and commercial construction, the tiles adhesives segment is expected to witness significant growth.
• Grouts: Similar to tiles adhesives, the grouts segment is likely to benefit from rising demand for premium tiles and growing focus on aesthetics.
• Waterproofing: Peru's focus on infrastructure development, particularly in coastal regions, necessitates robust waterproofing solutions. This segment is poised for steady growth fueled by government projects and increasing awareness about building resilience.
• Concrete Admixtures: The need for enhanced concrete performance, durability, and workability will drive the growth of the concrete admixtures segment.
• Other Segments: This category encompasses a wide range of materials like sealants, insulation materials, and flooring solutions. Market growth will be influenced by factors such as construction activity, technological advancements, and evolving consumer preferences.

Segmentation by End Use
The Peru construction materials market can also be segmented by the end-use applications of the materials. Here's an analysis of prominent categories:

• Residential: The rising middle class and growing demand for better living spaces will fuel the residential construction sector, consequently propelling the demand for construction materials in this segment.
• Commercial: The expansion of the retail and hospitality sectors in Peru will contribute to growth in the commercial construction materials segment.
• Industrial: Investments in industrial infrastructure and manufacturing facilities are expected to drive demand for construction materials in this segment.
• Medical and Healthcare: The growing healthcare sector in Peru necessitates the construction of new medical facilities, creating opportunities for the construction materials market.
• Other Segments: This category encompasses infrastructure projects, educational institutions, and recreational facilities. The growth of these sectors will influence the demand for construction materials.

Market Dynamics

Several crucial factors are shaping the Peruvian construction materials market:

• Drivers:
  • Government investment in infrastructure projects
  • Increasing urbanization and demand for housing
  • Growth of the middle class and rising disposable income
  • Focus on sustainable construction practices
• Challenges:
  • Fluctuations in raw material prices
  • Skilled labor shortage in the construction industry
  • Stringent environmental regulations impacting production processes
• Opportunities:
  • Introduction of innovative and sustainable construction materials
  • Expansion of online distribution channels for construction materials
  • Growing demand for prefabricated construction solutions
• Regulatory and Environmental Factors: Government regulations pertaining to construction safety, building codes, and environmental sustainability will significantly impact the type and production processes of construction materials.

SWOT Analysis

A SWOT analysis provides a comprehensive understanding of the Peruvian construction materials market's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats:

• Strengths:
  • Readily available raw materials
  • Established distribution network
  • Skilled workforce
• Weaknesses:
  • Dependence on imported materials for certain products
  • Limited research and development
• Opportunities:
  • Growing demand for technologically advanced construction materials
  • Increasing adoption of prefabricated construction techniques
  • Potential for exporting construction materials to neighboring countries
• Threats:
  • Competition from international construction materials suppliers
  • Economic downturns impacting construction activity
  • Natural disasters and climate change disrupting supply chains

Competitive Landscape

The Peruvian construction materials market is a dynamic space with a mix of established domestic players and international companies vying for market share. Some key aspects to consider include:

• Overview of Key Players: Identifying the leading domestic and international companies operating in the market provides insights into market leadership, product offerings, and competitive strategies.
• Analysis of Market Competition: Examining pricing strategies, distribution channels, and marketing tactics adopted by major players helps understand the competitive landscape.
• Emerging Players: The entry of new players, particularly those specializing in innovative or sustainable construction materials, can disrupt the market and create new opportunities.

Key Trends and Developments
The Peruvian construction materials market is witnessing several transformative trends:

• Technological Advancements: The incorporation of new technologies like 3D printing and prefabrication is revolutionizing construction processes, impacting material usage and demand.
• Shifts in Consumer Preferences: Growing concerns about sustainability are driving demand for eco-friendly construction materials with lower environmental footprints. Additionally, there's an increasing focus on aesthetics, functionality, and energy efficiency in building materials.
• Sustainable Practices: Peru's construction industry is showing a growing commitment to sustainability. This translates to increased demand for recycled content, locally sourced materials, and energy-efficient construction solutions.
• Other Noteworthy Trends: The adoption of Building Information Modeling (BIM) software and the rise of e-commerce platforms for construction materials are other noteworthy trends shaping the Peruvian construction materials market.

I recently travelled abroad with my 2 best friends and my husband for a close friends wedding. We are all in my 30s. My best friend of 25 years we'll call 'Lucy'. I noticed very early on in the holiday that she was being extremely chatty and cracking jokes with my husband. That was fine, she's very extroverted & my husband is very introverted. However she started treating him very strangely e.g. whistling at him to get his attention instead of calling his name. I asked her to stop as I knew it was annoying him. I did it in a joking way 'stop whistling at him, he's not a dog'. She then started making up these odd nicknames for him.
The day of the wedding which ended up being a 14 hour day. She was constantly touching his arms, flirting with him, asking him to fix her shoes. Her dress kept getting stuck in the chair and she kept calling him to fix it when she could easily do it herself. I called her out on it and told her she is well able to fix it herself. She was fishing for compliments all evening 'do I look skinny in this dress?' etc...
I don't know how I feel now that I'm home. I had no worries about actual cheating. My husband and I have a very solid relationship, and we privately discussed what was happening with 'Lucy'.
She is my best friend (and I know that she is feeling lonely) but I feel she hasn't taken any conversations about 'boundaries' seriously. But I don't think I'm comfortable with her hanging out around my husband anymore.

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By Color:

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• White with Red

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Hi Ezoe,
I'm planning a ski trip to Hakuba with five of my friends from January 2nd to 7th, 2025. While I've been skiing before, this will be the first time for my friends, so I want to make sure everything is set up perfectly for them to have a fantastic experience.
I have a few questions and would appreciate your insights:

1. Accommodation: Can you recommend the best place to stay for a group of six in Hakuba, preferably near Goryu? We're looking for comfort and easy access to the slopes and amenities.
2. Ski Equipment: Where is the best place to hire ski equipment? Are there any shops that offer good quality gear and perhaps even lessons in English?
3. English Lessons: Do you have any recommendations for instructors or ski schools that cater to English speakers? We're looking to commission private group lessons for my beginner friends.
4. Onsen: After a day on the slopes, we'd love to unwind at an onsen. Can you suggest the nearest one to Goryu where we can enjoy the traditional Japanese experience?
5. Booking Websites: What is the best website to make bookings for accommodations and when is the best time to make these bookings to ensure we get the best deals and availability?

Any other tips or suggestions for making the most of our trip would be greatly appreciated. We're all really excited to visit Hakuba and experience everything it has to offer!
Thanks in advance for your help!

I pasted this from a google doc btw
PROJECT:DELTALITE
Chapter 1: Dawn of a New Lite
Since the beginning of time, light and dark alike have fought as whisps dancing- young and fleeting. From light rises dark, and from dark rises light- coexisting, though not in harmony.
Stories meant for young children, tall tales of two lands represented by those elements- a world of dark and a world of light.
Ralsei had always been interested in those stories; they captivated him, catching his eye the first time his father had shown it to him (it was really the only time, but…)- it made him imagine many things. Days just of time spent with his father, mayhaps him living his life as a prince in a palace of darkness and light, perfectly balanced and kept. Maybe, if he-
THUMP! A weight fell from the ceiling to wake him from his slumber as he slept through his (rather obnoxious) alarm. Groaning and curling in on himself, he (not so) secretly wished he hadn’t dismissed all 37 of his other alarms, which would have awoken him at a much better time. He got up and ready before going down the stairs and grabbing breakfast saying bye to his dad and walking out the door, it was quite a walk to school- several minutes, which was pretty much torture for anyone Ralsei’s age. Unless you were Lancer. He’s just crazy. Lancer was 7x as energetic as half the students in the school combined never knew when to calm down and stop talking. Ugh, he should stop thinking like this- no way his father’d be proud if he found out his son thought so lowly of his peers.
Continuing his walk, Ralsei soon saw his school come into view, standing proud and… tall? Whatever it was, it was his school- his pride, given his somewhat good grades and (few) good friends. He piled into the classroom with everyone else and sat at his seat, Lancer ended up being late like he usually is (that isn’t to say he doesn’t have a grand entrance, though) and the teacher started speaking. “Hello Class Today We Are Going To Be Learning Math (Computer Science)” The teacher always speaked slightly weird, I wonder if all computers talk like that. Oh well; class is starting, and lord knows he needs 50 pages of notes to make it through a single semester, but he should be glad since some people are less fortunate to have a working brain. He snapped out of his thoughts when Miss…. Whatever her name is began searching for her mousepad and the entire smartboard. Then Lancer jumped in through the window and landed in his seat with a hehshey chocolate bar in his hand. His dad was the mayor and for some reason he calls the teacher “girldad.” Honestly, I think he just did it accidentally once and just stuck with it, but who knows…
The teacher, now aware of Lancer in the class, got bored of searching and began to tell Lancer to find the board and mouse. “Hey Honey Cheesecake Booboo Can You Get A Smart Board From The Janitor Closet Plz Also And That Fluffy Guy Is Going With You Cuz You Two Were The Last Here”
Ralsei, a bit surprised (and quite frankly concerned that his own teacher had forgotten his name), reluctantly got up, walking his way to the front of the class with an… oddly eager Lancer? After walking his way to the janitor’s closet with lancer jumping off walks they got to it and went in, it was oddly dark with no lightswitch to be seen… “Hey toothpaste boy! Is it me or is this closet weird? I don't think it has walls.” I didn't even have to see him to know he was sticking his tongue out like he always is. Honestly, you just had to listen to see if his words were slightly slurred or mumbled to know if he had his tongue out.
“I’m… sure it has walls. It’s a closet.” Ralsei reasoned, somewhat creeped out by the eerie space. “Let’s just get the board, mouse, and get out…” After what felt like 14 years and college debt, Lancer ‘finally’ spoke again. “I don't think we are gonna find the board or a lightswitch any time soon toothpaste..”
Ralsei, slightly perturbed by the nickname but not enough so to be mad, continued to search for anything that may give them light or the items they need. “Gulp I don’t think we are gonna find it. If girldad wants it she can get it herself… right?”
“Yeah, but she might lower our grades again like when that kid didn’t capitalize every word and she lowered everyone’s grade… and it’d be rude..” Ralsei said in response. “I know but I checked the watch I don't have and we've been here for like… 20 minutes and we still haven't found the lightswitch.” Ralsei considered this for a second, before coming to a conclusion.
“We should just get out and find a teacher who can help us, then… if you want!” “... Sounds good to me!” He said before he dragged Ralsei to the door and it slammed in their faces. Turning his head 180 degrees, Lancer looked Ralsei straight in his terrified eyes and said, “I don’t think we can get out.” Lancer began banging on the door, screaming bloody murder and Ralsei just stood around and continued to look for a light switch. Then, Lancer’s screaming stopped.
“Was that steadily increasing-in-size hole in the ground surrounding us always there?”
Before falling several hundred feet.

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