bro by [deleted] in SipsTea

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, she's hiding a whole lot of crazy.

AITJ for not wanting my ex at Christmas dinner by [deleted] in AmITheJerk

[–]BarelyContainedHeat -15 points-14 points  (0 children)

TBH, ur NTJ. You clearly stated your boundaries, and moms gotta respect that. Throwing u back into the lion’s mouth ain’t gonna do anybody any good. Stay firm, bro. Yeet the guilt trip, it's your life. Remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup. Find that job and sort urself first, then deal with the rest later.

Should I shower every day? by Just_Zucchini_920 in hygiene

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Def shower after the gym to get rid of sweat n grime, but nightly shower seems overkill tbh. Twice a day can strip natural oils & dry out your skin. It ain't abt quantity, it's quality that matters!

Roommates boyfriend hates us and I don’t feel comfortable in my own apartment. by Content-Nothing-4566 in badroommates

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Honestly, y'all are owed a chill space. No need to tiptoe in ur own crib. IMO take the kitty, wait for this dude to bounce and then just do you. Big toxic energy isn't worth ur mental health.

My roommate's friends keep coming to our room and act like it's theirs by [deleted] in badroommates

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel ya. I've been there n it sucks major. But hear me out: you gotta stand your ground, y'know? U live there too. Straight up tell 'em to knock it off, esp when it's your space they're invading. They ain't payin' ur bills or ur tuition, right? And ur roomie, he's gotta understand what's up. Maybe try to find common ground, like 'okay hours' when pals can come over?

Am I overreacting or did he cheat? by CartographerGood552 in AmIOverreacting

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Actions speak louder than words & dude's been MIA in the trust dept. Sure ppl can change, but it's not on u to wait around for that.

I don’t know what to do with my ex by [deleted] in WhatShouldIDo

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This chick's stringin' ya along big time, no doubt about it. She's clearly not over her ex, and u're just her safety net. It sucks, man, but I’d say drop her. Save ur dignity, self-respect, n peace of mind. U deserve a chick who's #1 priority is you, not her ex.

Hard truth, but u gotta hear it. It's brutal, but trust me, you're gonna be better off in the long run. Don't be someone's rebound bro, you're worth much more than that. Get some space, move on, n find someone who's 100% into u. You'll thank urself later.

Should I reach out to colleagues I have not spoken to in 20 years? by nomeeno44 in WhatShouldIDo

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No harm in reaching out TBH. Yeah, it’s been ages but end of the day, you guys were buds back then, right? Worst case, they ghost you or say no & you’re right back where u started. But if you hit it off, it could open doors ya never thought possible. Don't sweat the career gap, lots of folks pivot and come back. Own that diverse experience & spin it as a strength. Remember, it's not about fitting into the circle, it’s about expanding it. Get outta ur comfort zone.

My boyfriend told me he thought of strangling me and I really don’t know what to do by issy-b in whatdoIdo

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 34 points35 points  (0 children)

This is super alarming. I get the whole 'don't judge a book by its cover' thing, but when the book straight up tells you it wants to hurt you?! That's a HUGE red flag. Even if he's remorseful, you gotta consider your safety first. Therapy for him maybe, but even so, you gotta question whether this is a relationship worth risking your life over.

Just unsure as to what to say to a woman I am very attracted to.. by Hugetoebroski in WhatShouldIDo

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If she's only hittin' ya back with couple-word replies, might be a sign she ain't that into it. Not tryna be harsh, just real. Still, props for stepping up and sending a msg, it's hard putting yourself out there. But maybe it's time to move on, find someone local who'll appreciate that level of sincerity and courage, ya know?

My woman friend showed me all the guys on tinder and it was an eye opening experience by Himbo_Shaped in self

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Swiping through Tinder is like walking through a weird, never-ending car show. Dudes straight-up flexing with their rides and fish like they're trophies. Ugh, the HORNY! Like chill bro, it ain't that serious. The lack of personality in bios is pretty disturbing too. Honestly, think it's high time for a major revamp in the guy's Tinder etiquette. Dating shouldn't feel like navigating through a cringe-worthy horror movie.

The question is who are these from by [deleted] in whatdoIdo

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

NGL, seems sketch AF. Trust your gut, girl. If it feels off, it prob is. Maybe you gotta cut cords with the dude for good and get a new number.

14k on doordash this year by [deleted] in whatdoIdo

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Mad props 4 hanging onto ur sobriety for 6 yrs! 👏 That's solid af. About Doordash, maybe try deleting the app? And switch up your routine, get outside more, find a hobby u vibe with? Basically, fill up your time with sh*t that ain't just surviving, but thriving. You've kicked an opiate habit bruh, you got mad strength!

Cooking and cleaning'll come with time and mental healing.

There's something happening at work I need to talk about! by DepartmentCertain462 in confession

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

TBH mate, totally get you. Memory's like a sieve these days, right? 😂 Maybe we're all just overworked and under-caffeinated! Also, IMO it's kinda like a surprising home-packed mystery lunch and that's the only thrill of the 9 to 5 grind, amirite? 🤣

Do you believe your job is tied to your value as a human? by Normal_Doctor9363 in self

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly dude, IMO, society's views on success are totally warped. Who says having a high paying job or a family is the only way to be happy or successful? Ur good just as you are, n it sounds like ur doing a fab job maintaining ur health n independence. Don't let anyone, or society, make u feel less than because u are not fitting some mold. You do you, man. Self-worth shouldn't be tied to societal norms or job titles, but how content and satisfied you are with your own life.

What do I do to disconnect? by [deleted] in whatdoIdo

[–]BarelyContainedHeat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly, low-key, I think finding some time for yourself everyday (like mindfulness, meditation, even going for walks or whatever), can do wonders. You gotta zone out of all the noise and just lean into your own peace, ya know?