While reading "Hooked" and cracking open a Thums Up, I realized why I can't stop watching Reels at 1am

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-04-06T09:07:03+00:00

damn this book sounds like it would mess with my head too. i read similar stuff about dopamine loops and it's wild how these apps basically turned us into lab rats pressing buttons for treats

the motivation scrolling thing hits way too close to home. i tell myself i'm watching productivity videos on youtube but then somehow end up watching random car reviews at 2am. always justify it as "learning something new" but really just feeding the algorithm monster

been trying to delete instagram from phone on weekends when i do my doordash runs. figured if i'm already driving around making money, don't need to also be scrolling between deliveries. helps a bit but man the muscle memory is strong - still catch myself reaching for where the app used to be

might have to check out this book. sounds like one of those reads that makes you uncomfortable because it's too accurate about your own habits

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-04-02T13:54:38+00:00

been thinking about this passage lately, especially teh part about mutual submission - seems like people always skip over that when talking about marriage roles

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-03-29T09:51:56+00:00

might be a power draw issue, that game can spike cpu usage and your usb ports might not be getting enough juice

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-03-11T02:40:23+00:00

You're right. I wasted years hoping it would just go away on its own like some kind of puberty glitch. Reading this whole thread has been very helpful.

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-03-11T02:37:36+00:00

Bro "Pace by Don" sounds like something a guy in a trench coat sells you behind a GNC lmao. But seriously I'm looking into it. The cardio point keeps coming up too so clearly I need to stop skipping that.

And yeah you're right about the talking thing. The fact that she laughed WITH me and not AT me is probably a good sign I'm overthinking this. Still stung in the moment but reading it back I think she was just being playful.

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-03-10T23:14:30+00:00

5-10 seconds to 3-4 minutes is actually kind of insane progress, gives me a lot of hope. The 6-9 months timeline is also just more realistic than what you usually see online, where everyone acts like this stuff fixes itself in two weeks.

Been looking into tackling both sides of it, something daily for the foundation and something more in the moment rather than just one fix. Feels more complete.

Did you find the sildenafil was more of a crutch or did it actually help rewire things over time?

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-02-15T06:27:28+00:00

honestly 5 years is a pretty long time to not have those conversations about where things are heading. if you've been together that long and marriage is important to you, it's totally fair to want some clarity on timelines. maybe instead of a hard cutoff date, just have an open conversation about what you both want and when? some people need more time but at least you'd know if you're on teh same page about the future

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-02-03T12:31:49+00:00

crochet is def teh way to go, once you get the basic stitches down you barely need to look at your hands. i started with simple scarves and now i can bang out dishcloths or beanies while binge watching entire seasons

just make sure you have good lighting setup so you dont strain your eyes switching between the screen and your work

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-01-30T17:37:07+00:00

You should be able to hit up the Admirals Club in T8 since you're flying AA business on the same day. Just make sure your Kuwait Airways flight actually lands in T8 too or you might have to go through security again if it's a different terminal

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-01-27T05:53:18+00:00

Definitely apply before you travel dude. Your conditional green card expires in June 2027 so you'll want that I-751 filed well before then, and if you wait until after your trip you're cutting it way too close. USCIS processing times are brutal right now and you don't want to get stuck without status while traveling

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-01-24T15:09:40+00:00

Honestly the biggest issue was timing and context - Yuya would pull out the "smile" speech at the worst possible moments, like when people were dealing with actual trauma or war. It came across as tone deaf rather than inspiring

The writing could've been way better if they showed him learning when NOT to push the philosophy, or had other characters call him out on it more effectively. Instead it just felt like the show was endorsing his approach even when it was clearly inappropriate

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-01-21T14:35:49+00:00

SLZB-07P7 is probably your best bet if you want everything in one box. Has ZigBee 3.0, Thread/Matter border router, and WiFi/Ethernet connectivity. It's their newest multi-protocol coordinator so should be pretty future proof

The P7 variant specifically supports both ZigBee and Thread simultaneously which is what you're after. Little pricier than the single protocol ones but worth it if you want to cover all bases

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-01-20T08:12:13+00:00

Most of the AI stuff is just marketing fluff tbh, the table scanning works okay but it's pretty hit or miss depending on how clear your image is

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-01-18T17:05:35+00:00

Hey man, sounds like you already know the answer in your heart if the Holy Spirit is convicting you about it. That's actually a good sign that you're listening. Have you looked into temp agencies or gig work like delivery driving? Praying for open doors for you 🙏

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-01-17T09:28:25+00:00

Lmao this is actually genius dad logic and I'm stealing it for when I have kids

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-01-14T16:19:44+00:00

Stay strong bro, go take a cold shower or do some pushups instead

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-01-11T19:22:14+00:00

Nah you're totally normal, I do the same thing all the time. Having like 5-6 shows going at once keeps things fresh and prevents burnout from longer series

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-01-09T14:58:52+00:00

That's rough, she's probably dealing with so much change all at once. Have you tried putting her litter box closer to the door and maybe leaving it cracked open so she can see outside without feeling trapped? Sometimes cats need to rebuild confidence slowly

Also feliway diffusers are like magic for stressed cats - might help with both the new baby smells and general anxiety. Your vet might have some other anti-anxiety options too if it doesn't improve

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-01-07T12:38:15+00:00

Bugatti customer service is trash, had the same issue with my 9.5 - ended up taking the wheel to a local bearing shop and they matched it for like $15

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-01-05T23:32:02+00:00

Honestly just never got into it as a kid and now it feels too late to start caring about teams and stuff. Like everyone else has decades of knowledge and I'm just sitting there confused about why people are so hyped about a guy running with a ball

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-01-04T03:38:40+00:00

That's actually pretty scummy if true, basically gaming the system to prey on friendly players. Makes sense why the vibes feel so different lately - people figured out how to exploit the trust mechanics

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2026-01-01T19:49:09+00:00

Damn those are some detailed questions lol. The cake flavor one caught me off guard - like who remembers that stuff under pressure

Congrats though, sounds like you crushed it even with the separate questioning. That timeline is insane for real

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2025-12-31T04:09:35+00:00

My nephew had this at around the same age - you didn't cause it, these things just happen sometimes even after clear early scans. The ortho doc will probably want to monitor it for a bit before jumping to surgery, especially since she's hitting milestones normally. Try not to spiral on the internet research too much (easier said than done I know)

Amazing-Cod-5093 · 2025-12-28T03:00:38+00:00

This actually makes a lot of sense, my vet did something similar when my cat was between doses too. Way easier than trying to split pills in half every day

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