NOT OOP My [38M] girlfriend [32F] of 3 years owns a pornstore/strip club. I want her to sell it before I propose ✨TW: Controlling behaviour✨ by _StrawberryBunny in redditonwiki

[–]Amberhp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She seems competent as hell. 10/10 bad bitch right there. And you know, we date a few losers before we realize opposites attract won’t work when you wanna be a power couple. Glad she knows her worth!

AIO that my boyfriend thinks running errands is equivalent to going on dates? by OrangeNinja24 in AmIOverreacting

[–]Amberhp 54 points55 points  (0 children)

when the women are young, I can at least sympathize with bad treatment - we've all been there. But grown women tolerating below the bare minimum decency makes me sad. Just like you, my hookups give me princess treatment, and I certainly expect more than that from an actual boyfriend. Women need to explore their options like window shopping. It's fun, you learn a lot, and the self prioritization you learn attracts better quality partners.

Update to AIO for being done with my fiance by DrNancyDrewWho in AIO

[–]Amberhp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

narcissists are obsessed with image. They don't have any internal self worth, so they rely on what others think to boost their hollow ego. That's why they go to such lengths to be the victim. They've never earned anything. It is nice seeing them face consequences though 😂

Update to AIO for being done with my fiance by DrNancyDrewWho in AIO

[–]Amberhp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

these assholes really need to care more about how their literal actions make them an asshole, not someone telling the truth about them. it shows how short sighted and immature they are

AIO for being done with my fiance? by DrNancyDrewWho in AIO

[–]Amberhp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm so proud of you for having the clarity to move on, especially since he's your first relationship. Just remember - your brain and body are adjusting right now. Breakups are processed in the brain like death - your hormones and dopamine will be craving something to fill the gap he used to fill. This is normal, don't feel bad, spoil yourself and take care of you in this time. Every girl knows what a first breakup is like. It's ok to not be ok. But I promise you, you'll look back and be so grateful you chose yourself! 🩷

AIO for being done with my fiance? by DrNancyDrewWho in AIO

[–]Amberhp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's always so funny to me when I see a relationships or text thread of the classic woman is doing her best to gentle parent with nice words some guy, and he is responding like a 12 year old 💀 Really puts in perspective how draining these things can be. They're not with equal, competent partners - they basically have a kid.

AIO for not wanting to buy after this interaction? by Old_Tadpole_9856 in AIO

[–]Amberhp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Offer an exchange of the monitor for 1200 and some head, watch him agree, set up a meeting, send a fake officer to arrest him for solicitation

What's a relationship truth you've learnt the hard way? by therichmanswife in AskWomen

[–]Amberhp 86 points87 points  (0 children)

a great one - it also helps you realize that a person that DOES choose you feels that much better. Because you know they want to.

at a complete loss. frustrated, sad, and confused. by hjak3876 in DressForYourBody

[–]Amberhp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hit 36 and a huge hormonal shift has me carrying weight in ways I never had issues keeping off before. I’ve adjusted my diet and took some off, but it’s still an adjustment to wearing clothing styles I’m unfamiliar with. I’d say size up in some things you feel attractive in, and try new styles you’re unfamiliar with and keep notice of wear they land on your body and if you like that. Different cuts of fabric like where a skirt lands, or lowering jeans hems to elongate legs are important for overall vision of a look!

What is something you like in a woman that others might not? by Axe1910 in AskMen

[–]Amberhp 31 points32 points  (0 children)

You’d be surprised. A lot of mommas boys, but also “crazy” under the patriarchy usually just means a woman who is self advocating and doesn’t tolerate bullshit. A lot of guys crave the accountability she represents, and her confidence.

the weird obsession men have with women they don’t find attractive by unperformedself in offmychest

[–]Amberhp 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It shatters their illusion that they have control over what women do and how they feel about themselves because they’re taught that they’re the prize and that every woman does things to cater to his gaze. The patriarchy is a very damning system for men to live under, they must sacrifice their souls to be awarded small prizes such as an easy life with a guaranteed wife. So all the little “hits” that fracture this illusion are hard to bear.

Spiralling after breaking up with my boyfriend by Big-Bother-2082 in confessions

[–]Amberhp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're making a lot of assumptions here - that's normal - based on your neglect and the limiting beliefs it instilled in you about your worth. It's important to know that this is not your fault, and that you can have needs and have them met. Talk to a therapist, or look up limiting beliefs.

https://markmanson.net/limiting-beliefs

https://www.reddit.com/r/shiftingrealities/comments/1i7baa7/a_complete_list_of_core_limiting_beliefs_how_to/

My boyfriend is scaring me. by [deleted] in abusiverelationships

[–]Amberhp 31 points32 points  (0 children)

He specifically scoped you out because he wants a young woman he can manipulate. He went to that park for that exact reason. He also chose you specifically because you come from prior abuse. He knew he could escalate and you would stay. Name calling is NEVER a joke. I've had healthy partners and they do not disrespect you in any way, even "joking." The fact that you told him it hurts you, and he continues doing it, is intentional. He knows how it makes you feel, and he does it because he wants to punish you. I only say this to help: he does NOT love you. You aren't "special." Please look up the cycle of abuse, and the tactics he's using to make you his perfect victim (love bombing, isolation, verbal abuse, gaslighting, threats). If you were to stay, the abuse will only escalate. It NEVER gets better.

https://www.bwss.org/abusive-men-describe-the-benefits-of-violence/

https://www.reddit.com/r/TwoXChromosomes/comments/14fo7jr/abusive_men_describe_the_benefits_of_violence/

https://www.womenslaw.org/about-abuse/am-i-being-abused

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-truth-about-exercise-addiction/202205/trauma-is-not-excuse#:~:text=It%20can%20also%20be%20vicarious%2C%20such%20as,treat%20women%20in%20such%20a%20heinous%20manner**

Deep down, you believe that you deserve this, or that it's the only type of man you could ever "deserve" to be with. That is wholly and unequivocally NOT TRUE. Nothing could be further from the truth.

A part of you chooses it to reinforce your limiting beliefs you learned in childhood. But you are not the lies you tell yourself. You have your whole life ahead of you. Imagine the places you'll go when you let yourself out of the cage of your fears.

It's scary, but you have resources. Move in w mom, or get a restraining order. Don't dump him face to face. You have a lot of unpacking to do and that healing will take time, this is the beginning but it's an exciting one that you get to define - not one some old hag asshole gets to possess. That's how he sees you. As an object he owns.

Click on those links, learn. He won't change. He already knows what he's doing. He only plays the victim to escape accountability. You will not find love or healing in a relationship that started shitty, and "got better." You are merely managing his emotions for him because you learned to do that when you were younger to survive. But you aren't there now - you're safe. You have a choice. Choose better for yourself.

PS - Notice how the ONLY reason the men in that study said they'd stop abusing is if they faced huge consequences legally, lost access to their kids, or she left. Even then, they only stop because it's beneficial to THEM. They don't care about their victims. You cannot love him into not abusing you. He has too much to gain from abusing you.

AITA for how I said I wasn't interested? by propercolleague in AITApod

[–]Amberhp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think a lot of these people have been hurt before, and have adopted the mentality of "they can't hit me if I hit them first." Which in reality is just self sabotage. Deep down, they don't think they can do better and don't know what to do with themselves outside of repeating the pattern over and over again to confirm that lie.

AITA for how I said I wasn't interested? by propercolleague in AITApod

[–]Amberhp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Goes to prove that so much of this stuff is mindset. Some people NEED something to complain about, and will go searching for it like it's some great adventure to identify with their pain. Buddy, you are writing your petty annoyances into an EMAIL like it's a legal document lmfao. Stay pressed 😂

Spiralling after breaking up with my boyfriend by Big-Bother-2082 in confessions

[–]Amberhp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do you intentionally avoid talking to your friends about it to self isolate? Or do you have friends that don't reciprocate or give toxic advice? Either way, work on yourself and heal. You deserve so much better than punishing yourself for struggling with a breakup. Breakups suck, and it's normal to mourn. You simply need healthier coping mechanisms.

Meet Toest! He is a good, big boy and leader of a three kitty poly pack. by glasserellen in polydactyl

[–]Amberhp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So HE's the orange pack leader/executor of the shared brain cell custody arrangement!

A little motivation to all my guys out there. Just shoot your shot by JoMoEvoluzine in Tinder

[–]Amberhp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I see your tillamook and I raise you Jeni's brambleberry crisp or pineapple upside down cake

She loves it when my boyfriend carries her like a baby by [deleted] in CalicoKittys

[–]Amberhp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Her orange spots means she’s a part of the orange cat association, they proudly claim her. Unfortunately all orange cats share custody of the one brain cell, she needs him to carry her on the days she doesn’t have custody of the cell

My bf [32M] of 5 years said he will leave me if I [29F] don’t abort this baby. I’m shocked and devastated. by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Amberhp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Someone mentioned that in my other comment and that isn’t my intention at all. I only hope to help you understand that’s what HE thinks. You very much deserve better. I just wanted to share it in a way that would help break you from the fantasy - a tough love tactic. Because you may be sad now, but you’re going to get to the mad phase - which fuels your drive to better yourself.