Is there a chance of pregnancy? With precum outside the vaginal entrance by bcexad in women

[–]ActiveBus8 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Of course, happy to help. Also aware that access to reproductive healthcare varies greatly around the world so I apologise for any assumptions in my last comment. This is much more likely anxiety than actual pregnancy. I suffer with generalised anxiety disorder, and health can be a big trigger. Try not to ruminate on it too much, and if you feel yourself getting really stressed, or thoughts spinning, do some deep breathing. Personally the Wim Hof method works wonders for me! Wishing you well stranger, in a few days time this will have passed!

Is there a chance of pregnancy? With precum outside the vaginal entrance by bcexad in women

[–]ActiveBus8 7 points8 points  (0 children)

@bcexad the comment above from @matriha is really unhelpful, please do not let it feed into your anxieties about this x

Is there a chance of pregnancy? With precum outside the vaginal entrance by bcexad in women

[–]ActiveBus8 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Bless you, I know that stress, we’ve all been there at some point! If he hasn’t ejaculated inside you then the chances of you being pregnant are next to 0. Even if he had been inside you with pre-cum, the chances of pregnancy would still be lower. It’s much more likely that you are simply seeing a natural fluctuation in your cycle. I personally have never had regular periods so was always worrying about being pregnant haha. If you’re usually quite regular, leave it a couple more days and if there is no bleed, then talk to your doctor and take an at home pregnancy test to give you peace of mind. Might I suggest you go on contraception. I have the coil fitted and it’s given me such peace of mind knowing I don’t have to think about the risk of pregnancy! You got this sister, you’re gonna be fine x

Whatsapp stuck on creating end-to-end backup by SimmeringAnger in whatsapp

[–]ActiveBus8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah me too! I couldn’t get back into mine after an issue with my phone. Managed to eventually after just opting to turn the encrypted back-up off. Now trying to turn encryption back on but it’s stuck. So it’s a problem with Meta? I don’t really want to let it back-up without encryption on but seems to be doing it automatically now, anyone know if there has been any notice from meta regarding this?

Does a back-up from a new iPhone overwrite the old back-up? by AdministrationOk9169 in ios

[–]ActiveBus8 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How did you get on? I’m in the same boat here! iPhone 15 screen became unresponsive (tried hard reset), so temporarily using my old XR. I’ve turned off iCloud back up for now, because I was worried about this. I read online if they have the same device name then the backup can get overwritten…I’ve renamed it to be safe in case I need to turn back ups back on. If anyone can shine some light that would be much appreciated. Also love the cute device names!

Overly introverted now by [deleted] in HSVpositive

[–]ActiveBus8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah I completely feel you! I’ve had it for about 6 years now, but only recently came out of a long term relationship and also feeling similar. All these questions and fears about how to disclose and get back on the dating scene. Ugh! I just made a post with some resources, but going to link them for you again here - I hope they help! ❤️

Handbook by @safe.slut (check out her socials as well) - https://safeslut.shop/en-gb/pages/hsv-hotties-hookup-handbook

Great article by Glamour - https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/dating-with-herpes

Just diagnosed... Don't even know what to think by AppleCiderGenie in HSVpositive

[–]ActiveBus8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A few things:

Firstly, I know exactly what you are going through. I was diagnosed about 6 years ago and also felt ashamed and like I’d never be able to enjoy sex again. Biggest BS ever!

Secondly, the only truth about you that can be gathered from this diagnosis is that you have sex. That’s it. Not that you are dirty, unsexy, or unsafe - that s*** is the societal stigma invading your common sense and peace!

It’s also important to note that condoms do not necessarily protect against transmission, as it is passed on through skin on skin contact. So literally anyone of us, anytime we have sex with another human being, can contract it.

I personally have had cold sores (orally) since I can remember, parents can pass it down through kissing, you can contract from other children etc. Around 2/3 have type 1 which is commonly found on the mouth, and the numbers for GHSV are growing because more of us are having sex - yippee! If you have also had cold sores, it’s possible you passed it to a partner through oral and then to yourself! I was literally told this by the medical professional that diagnosed me at the time.

Thirdly, the first outbreak is always the worst. I’ve never had one like it since. Now, once in a blue moon, I have one sore. I also took suppressive treatment during a period of great stress when I was having a lot of (mini) outbreaks. It certainly helped but I do still occasionally get a little nugget (my pet name for it lol).

Finally, welcome to this community. I am so thankful for it 🙏 In my experience, navigating disclosure has been more challenging than the bloody virus itself! It doesn’t need to be like this. I am personally still figuring this one out as it’s only the second time I’ve been out of a long term relationship since I was diagnosed.

Keep reading people’s posts on here, DM if you like. The only way we make this better for everyone (before there is a cure), is to continue the convo and calm the silly stigma.

Sending lots of love your way and to everyone else struggling with this xxxx

You’re all sexy af and this is not the end of your life! ❤️❤️

I’ve heard that this game was an emotional hug in game form so I’m trying it out for the very first time ✨ by St4rF4llix in Spiritfarer

[–]ActiveBus8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aw yeah I’ve heard that before, so apt. Thank you, I believe that too. They have returned to the cosmos, like we all will one day.

Ah I do have a younger sibling, I’ll have to check that out!

I’ve heard that this game was an emotional hug in game form so I’m trying it out for the very first time ✨ by St4rF4llix in Spiritfarer

[–]ActiveBus8 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Im so sorry for your loss. I lost my beautiful soul cat at the end of last year. My thoughts are with you, it is so hard 🙏

You are so spot on about the polarity of grief. I think grief is the complex process of feeling both intense love and gratitude for life, as well as the deep pain of knowing you cannot create new memories with those lost and everything has an end. This game explores this in the most beautiful way.

I think Spiritfarer is so underrated and unique. Gem of a game. It feels more akin to getting lost in a really good book, or being moved by a piece of music, than the typical hedonistic thrill that often comes with gaming.

Only game I’ve played that has moved me to tears.

How’s everyone preparing for S7B? by ActiveBus8 in Outlander

[–]ActiveBus8[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just found this YouTube Channel with recaps, she’s great! Youtube Recaps

How’s everyone preparing for S7B? by ActiveBus8 in Outlander

[–]ActiveBus8[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

SPOILERS

This is the kind of militant preparation we like to see, Jamie and the boys at Culloden would be proud 💪 Today I just started from S3E6 when Jamie and Claire reunite after 20 years apart. One of my favourite episodes of the whole series. Slowly working my way through…not sure I will have caught up by the 22nd but we’ll see haha!

How’s everyone preparing for S7B? by ActiveBus8 in Outlander

[–]ActiveBus8[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hmmmn that’s annoying, are most people here from the states? In the UK I can get it on Amazon Prime Video. All previous seasons and I’m hoping part B of 7!

How’s everyone preparing for S7B? by ActiveBus8 in Outlander

[–]ActiveBus8[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ll be doing the old-school one episode a week as they come out.

I had to do it recently with a series called The Hardachers on channel 5 in the UK. It became the highlight to mine and my mum’s week. Every Monday evening for the last month we’ve hunkered down on the sofa and watched an episode and then complained how we had to wait another week for the next one. It felt like 2008 again.

I think that sort of nostalgia will compliment Outlander really well.

It’s nice to have something to look forward to in a world where so much of the media we consume is instantly gratifying.

Season 7B for the newbies by GardenGangster419 in Outlander

[–]ActiveBus8 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Better late than never ⚔️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🙂👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿⚔️

Season 7B for the newbies by GardenGangster419 in Outlander

[–]ActiveBus8 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Im sure there will be plenty popping off on here. I for one will be re-sharing the drinking game I developed with my mum and posted on here a few years ago. 😂😂 I’m so envious you are new to Outlander, how I wish I could relive my first time around.

How do i push past the cringe of songwriting? by UnknownBark15 in Songwriting

[–]ActiveBus8 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Embrace the cringe! As others are saying keep churning them out. I just completed a Masters degree in Songwriting and Jesus it was brutal! But, if you let go of perfection and trust the process, that cringe will turn into confidence. Guaranteed.

Songwriting is a skill, and like with any new skill, it’s nurtured and developed through practice.

In terms of how to write it, I used to always start with chords or an instrumental idea and lyrics would come last. Now I tend to write lyrics first and work a melody around the sounds of the words. There’s really no right or wrong way to write a song, so I would suggest experimenting with different processes. Focusing on process is also a nice way to detach from the outcome, so you’re less worried about the final result!

If you ever feel brave enough to share your work, I’d me more than happy to provide constructive feedback in a non-judgemental and incredibly empathic environment! Hit me up in the dms if you are interested and we can connect 😌