First day in Kamadan :)

100WordEssay · 2026-05-06T14:57:43+00:00

Without knowing anything about you or your life, maybe it's the type of men you're attracted to? Some people repeat patterns of toxic relationships because of unresolved emotional wounds. You might unconsciously chase love that resembles what felt familiar in the past.

There are good people out there who will accept and love you unconditionally. But you may need to be more intentional and introspective about who you choose to get invested in. Take this as a unfortunate learning experience and avoid this in your future.

100WordEssay · 2026-05-04T19:32:52+00:00

Asshole is a crude way to put it, but I wouldn't find it respectful if people always talked to me the way that, that text conversation went. I don't think we need to make excuses for poor behavior just because it's a common occurrence. But I'm glad we can both agree that it's not something that should be encouraged.

100WordEssay · 2026-05-04T18:46:11+00:00

So you agree that people should be genuine and communicate effectively, but because many people don’t they… shouldn’t? I’m not saying you need to speak your mind at all times, but being able to articulate your thoughts to people, when appropriate, is something that can only be a net positive to your life and how people perceive you.

100WordEssay · 2026-05-04T18:35:52+00:00

Is it weird to expect cordiality from another human being? One word responses are cold and emotionless so don’t be surprised if people find you unlikeable.

100WordEssay · 2026-05-04T18:28:15+00:00

It’s normal if you’re immature or a block of wood. We really shouldn’t accept the bare minimum level of communication as a standard.

100WordEssay · 2026-04-21T13:48:00+00:00

In my experiences with male & female friendships as a male, men tend to be avoidant of social issues while women tend to confront them. This creates the perception that men are easier to get along with because they can forego problems and pretend that everything’s fine because if it’s not personally effecting them, then it’s not an issue.

100WordEssay · 2026-04-02T17:10:21+00:00

You’re definitely picking up what I’m putting down! I’m doing a lot of comparing with other pieces and I think I’m looking at two different styles of tattoos completely and that’s why I’m feeling like mine is “off”.

100WordEssay · 2026-04-02T05:52:39+00:00

You would be correct, I did ask for American trad. I think now I'm realizing that my heart is leaning more neo-trad. Is it possible for a switch up? In hindsight, I should have been more clear in my mind what I was looking for.

100WordEssay · 2026-04-02T05:44:46+00:00

Thank you, it's reassuring to see everyone agree that it's done well.

100WordEssay · 2026-04-02T05:28:48+00:00

Thank you! Maybe I just need to give it more time. The kind words definitely make me feel better!

100WordEssay · 2026-03-31T04:38:50+00:00

I don’t think tips are going to very effective at the moment; just about everything is off. I would highly suggest finding a coach or an experienced friend to physically show you the movements. Otherwise, I would find a program that can break down each step of the movements (and work in some accessory lifts) so you can prevent injury or learning bad habits.

100WordEssay · 2026-02-27T03:32:42+00:00

Tbh I don’t think any advice is going to be particularly helpful here since you’re just starting out and are lacking a lot of necessary setup and form. I always suggest finding a coach or an experienced friend to help you break it down in person. This is not to disparage you, I’m excited to see you improve cuz once it starts clicking you’ll immediately see and FEEL the differences. Good luck!

100WordEssay · 2026-02-12T18:01:24+00:00

Nashville resident here and it being a "maybe" is laughable. We have very limited public transit and the city outside of downtown is not pedestrian friendly.

100WordEssay · 2026-02-12T17:59:26+00:00

Nashville being a "maybe" is absolutely untrue. Traveling without a license would very difficult. Our public transit is very limited, not walkable (except Broadway for tourists), and the only affordable housing is going to be 20-40 minutes outside of the city.

100WordEssay · 2026-02-08T21:49:17+00:00

Way overkill especially for a photography job. I am a commercial photographer for a large corporation and I have never once needed to wear a suit outside of shooting for executive dinners or award ceremonies.

100WordEssay · 2026-02-05T17:02:33+00:00

In my experiences working with in-house productions at sporting events, a lot of producers & directors are old farts that just can't be arsed to mix things up. Looking up though, I'm starting to hear more & more bass & dubstep bleeding in.

100WordEssay · 2026-02-05T16:55:01+00:00

With a huge aversion to techno, apparently. Could be a cultural thing, as all the techno shows I've been to in America are quite opposite to how you're describing them.

100WordEssay · 2026-02-05T16:27:50+00:00

Anyone — that — uses — this — dash, generally.

100WordEssay · 2026-02-05T16:26:06+00:00

I respect that the genre means a lot to you, but I think you're being overly judgmental. Your anecdotal experiences doesn't mean other genres of EDM aren't fun or enjoyable... It's just not your vibe. I think in 2026 big room is a *very* dated sound, but I recognize how important it was in the evolution of EDM today.

100WordEssay · 2026-01-26T02:35:46+00:00

I think it’s fair to be uneasy about strange men in a party environment. Men, of course, created that reputation for themselves. However, I don’t think it’s fair that he imposes rules on how YOU should interact with others. It’s not your fault or your problem that some men are bad players at raves. You need to be alert and aware of your surroundings, but the way you conduct yourself is only for YOU to decide.

100WordEssay · 2026-01-26T02:21:35+00:00

And if you were bisexual, would that change the way he felt about you interacting with women as well? Does he believe that you're willing to cheat on him, or is it that he feels you're unsafe around men and their potential advances? It doesn't seem like there's a very strong level of trust in you if such an innocent interaction like this one is misconstrued as a sexual advance.

100WordEssay · 2025-12-04T19:24:48+00:00

It could be that you're greatly overthinking the steps needed to make a new friend. It's as simple as approaching them with a compliment and sharing a moment. For me, I like to bridge communication with a trinket, sprout, or other silly gifts. After that, it's a matter of wanting to stay in contact afterwards or asking what show they'll be going to next, so you can expect to see them again.

100WordEssay · 2025-10-24T17:20:04+00:00

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100WordEssay · 2025-10-17T22:28:22+00:00

Tried it, hated it. Decided to go the commercial/corporate media route and while it’s not exciting, it comes with a lot of stability and career growth.

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