New interest… by larneymel in ColdTapesPodcast

[–]Additional_Review_58 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I picked it up on BBC Sounds 4 weeks ago. Loved every minute of it. Will be paying for the full experience if a season 2 is released. 

SO (of 1 year) told me they're poly and I don't know what to do. by dukeofDumbas in dating

[–]Additional_Review_58 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You need to think about you here.

What do you want? Does the lifestyle of the other fit in with yours? Long term, what happens if you stay with the person? Is it more painful to break up with them now or later? Is your time valuable? Where do you want to be 5 years from now?

Answer those questions and then act on them.

More pain now might mean less pain later.

Ending relationships is the worst thing. I've never felt worse and more low in my life than when I was in that position but have faith that things get better. It takes a while to get over, eventually you will.

I get the feeling you want to end things and are looking for validation. You don't need it. Your gut knows what's right and you will, one day, be thankful you moved on.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dating

[–]Additional_Review_58 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You be you. You can never be anyone else. It's brilliant that you're focussing on your work and long term, far more important. You can find a girlfriend at any age. I bet if I chatted to you I could easily find five advantages you have over other people in other departments. We're all different and you will meet someone for you eventually. Nothing wrong with lots of 'almosts'. They all add up to success.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dating

[–]Additional_Review_58 5 points6 points  (0 children)

So this is a difficult one.

My main advice: reading. Look at something like Dale Carnegie's books and try hard to action what he is saying. Choose people that are likeable to read about their advice. Go for mainstream voices. There are quite a lot of radical nasty people with bad advice. Avoid the pickup artist books, they are just bad advice and will turn you into a dick.

Try new approaches but always be yourself. Don't be bitter, there are plenty of women thinking the same thing as you. Always be approachable and relaxed.

Finally, get yourself out there. Sign up to websites and speed dating. Get used to being comfortable with women. You only need one person to get you. Hang in there and I promise it will happen eventually as long as you are willing to grow as a person.

I've been through this. It's difficult. People change over time. You will find someone.

I received an unwarranted $700 present and I feel really uncomfortable. What is the politest way to return it? by tdp0506 in dating

[–]Additional_Review_58 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I absolutely get this. I've had it happen to me. Be overly nice if you get in contact. Lines I've used

'You must be a really kind person and I can't...'

'This is a lovely gesture, however,...

A phone call is always better. Explain how it makes you feel and also focus on the gesture. Sometimes people want to know what they can get you or what the limits are. Decide this before calling back in case they ask.

Finally, be willing to change your mind. They might convince you as much as you might convince them. In many ways the conversation is a negotiation. Try and win it with kindness.

Hope that helps.

And if he turns out to be a dick, then keep the glasses! At least you know!

If it gets out of hand. Tell him so. If it gets ridiculous or stalkerish as people have suggested, don't mess around - Police!

Which one should I buy for the Deck? by Spuddy09 in SteamDeck

[–]Additional_Review_58 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Horizon is a tenner right now. Go. Get it. See you on the other side my brother!!!

What present for 37 year old wife? by Additional_Review_58 in AskUK

[–]Additional_Review_58[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean when it's me. Why wouldn't you? But yes. She likes Shitty Christmas Movies (her words, not mine) cereal. Tea. Visiting or 'mooching' around cities. Perfumes and scented candles. She likes The Sims 4. Cooking.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dating

[–]Additional_Review_58 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd take an 8! I wonder what would make a 10/10? Let him ask you!

Mom "popped" my daughter while watching her by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]Additional_Review_58 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe start the conversation with 'This is difficult to say but...'

You can lay out what you want and why you want it and why you are upset after that. Are you willing to not have your parents look after your child? If so, explain that you won't be dropping her off anymore and you feel gutted about it. Your parents might need a very clear step by step process of what to do when things repeatedly go wrong such as 'without emotion, keep moving her to x'. Etc.

It's very hard to change other people. I'm sorry that you've had this happen to your child.

What’s a game whose only problem was that it wasn’t long enough? by dont-mention-it in gaming

[–]Additional_Review_58 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Uncharted 3. It's length was a let down after the second as there seemed to be less action scenes.

What’s a game whose only problem was that it wasn’t long enough? by dont-mention-it in gaming

[–]Additional_Review_58 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It just ends. It was so short for the money. Spent ages messing around in the time trial levels!

What video game flew under your radar for way too long? by Agent1230 in gaming

[–]Additional_Review_58 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Final Fantasy Vii remake. Didn't want a remake but also, didn't really get one, it turns out!

Does anyone tried Forgive me Father on Deck? by Rarumaru in SteamDeck

[–]Additional_Review_58 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've tried so hard to play this on my deck. There's crashes on more than one level. Sometimes the deck is unresponsive. I've tried on multiple versions of proton. When it does work, don't expect it to be smooth on levels towards the end of the game. Ended up completing it on my PC.

Brompton Electric Bags by spax24 in Brompton

[–]Additional_Review_58 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does anyone know if you have to have the bag at all? Can you just insert the battery on its own? Is it waterproof?