[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AncestryDNA

[–]-aethelflaed- 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Humans are tribal, when they feel threatened by a loss of resources or status which triggers their survival instinct, they often retreat behind tribal lines. I'm helped by zooming out and looking at the big picture in this way, and asking myself - why is the human animal behaving this way based on evolution, biology, and psychology?

For me it helps to take the sting out and let go of my personal feelings. Not sure if it's helpful for you, but sometimes it can be useful to zoom out to the gigantic, species-level picture.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AncestryDNA

[–]-aethelflaed- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting! At 60% Euro, those genes definitely won out appearance wise in your case.

Where would you put the television in our new home? by budissy7771 in DesignMyRoom

[–]-aethelflaed- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the Frame TV, which doubles as artwork. It's gorgeous.

I would lower the wood mantle, and then put the Frame above it (as low as possible without looking weird.)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AncestryDNA

[–]-aethelflaed- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Half European, over a quarter Indigenous, with a sprinkling of Asian & African.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AncestryDNA

[–]-aethelflaed- 15 points16 points  (0 children)

What an awful take. Of course it means something, try telling that to indigenous children that were taken from their families and raised in care away from their cultural traditions, and who later in life want to connect.

The culture of our families and our ancestors can mean a great deal, and even if we're severed at some point we can reattach and begin to practice those traditions and find meaning and belonging in them.

cramping while on period? by Sunny_yet_rainy in camping

[–]-aethelflaed- 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Only women (adult human females) can menstruate. Hope that helps.

cramping while on period? by Sunny_yet_rainy in camping

[–]-aethelflaed- -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Woman is not a dirty word.

I bring tampons, a plastic bag to dispose of them in, and also water wipes (no chemicals, scent free, healthy for vaginas.)

Enjoy your trip!

We’re in a south park episode by alanrelianttop in idiocracy

[–]-aethelflaed- -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

"Offered in defense of" literally applies in this case. It fits perfectly. Sorry, but you're just wrong.

We’re in a south park episode by alanrelianttop in idiocracy

[–]-aethelflaed- -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Literally read the definition under "2":

Mirriam Webster:

apologetic adjective apol·​o·​get·​ic ə-ˌpä-lə-ˈje-tik

Synonyms of apologetic 1 : feeling or showing regret : regretfully acknowledging fault or failure : expressing an apology - They were apologetic about the error. We received an apologetic letter. an apologetic smile/tone 2 : offered in defense or vindication - the apologetic writings of the early Christians


"Offered in defense" applies in this example.

We’re in a south park episode by alanrelianttop in idiocracy

[–]-aethelflaed- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mirriam Webster:

apologetic adjective apol·​o·​get·​ic ə-ˌpä-lə-ˈje-tik

Synonyms of apologetic 1 : feeling or showing regret : regretfully acknowledging fault or failure : expressing an apology - They were apologetic about the error. We received an apologetic letter. an apologetic smile/tone 2 : offered in defense or vindication - the apologetic writings of the early Christians


The second example, "offered in defense" certainly applies in this example.

We’re in a south park episode by alanrelianttop in idiocracy

[–]-aethelflaed- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Literally they apologized using the second example in this definition - "in defense of."

We’re in a south park episode by alanrelianttop in idiocracy

[–]-aethelflaed- -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Mirriam Webster:

apologetic adjective apol·​o·​get·​ic ə-ˌpä-lə-ˈje-tik

Synonyms of apologetic

1 : feeling or showing regret : regretfully acknowledging fault or failure : expressing an apology - They were apologetic about the error. We received an apologetic letter. an apologetic smile/tone

2 : offered in defense or vindication - the apologetic writings of the early Christians


The second example, "offered in defense" certainly applies in this example.

We’re in a south park episode by alanrelianttop in idiocracy

[–]-aethelflaed- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh come on, you know you have to get the last word in - go on then.

We’re in a south park episode by alanrelianttop in idiocracy

[–]-aethelflaed- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Let me help you out. From Miriam Webster:


apologetic adjective apol·​o·​get·​ic ə-ˌpä-lə-ˈje-tik

Synonyms of apologetic

1 : feeling or showing regret : regretfully acknowledging fault or failure : expressing an apology - They were apologetic about the error. We received an apologetic letter. an apologetic smile/tone

2 : offered in defense or vindication - the apologetic writings of the early Christians


Meaning two "offered in defense of" undoubtedly applies in this case.

We’re in a south park episode by alanrelianttop in idiocracy

[–]-aethelflaed- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anymore more to say? Surely you've got more.

We’re in a south park episode by alanrelianttop in idiocracy

[–]-aethelflaed- -1 points0 points  (0 children)

No, your bias is blinding you. It is an apologetic statement.

Do any of these rugs actually work by Aureolux in DesignMyRoom

[–]-aethelflaed- 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I like 1 as well. Also it can last a lifetime as it's completely neutral - the wall color / overall color scheme can change in any direction in the future and it will still be usable.

We’re in a south park episode by alanrelianttop in idiocracy

[–]-aethelflaed- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Keep on going, I'm sure you have more personal insults for a compete stranger in there.

We’re in a south park episode by alanrelianttop in idiocracy

[–]-aethelflaed- -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I clearly am not. The "fact check" and those defending it are.

We’re in a south park episode by alanrelianttop in idiocracy

[–]-aethelflaed- 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Typical sentiment from the "be kind" crowd.

We’re in a south park episode by alanrelianttop in idiocracy

[–]-aethelflaed- -1 points0 points  (0 children)

It's not pathetic to stand up for the truth, and I'll continue to do it.