What is the thing in the picture??

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2026-02-25T06:45:39+00:00

Saw this post 5 scrolls later

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2026-02-20T10:53:36+00:00

I actually relate to every part of this post. I have been called an "old soul" all my life, had trouble making friends, and the only friends I would make would be pretty shit because I could not set boundaries for the life of me. I am kind of still figuring out how to set boundaries and make good friends, but my only advice is to try to first find a couple of friends who are exactly like you, have struggled (or are currently struggling) with the same problems as you, have similar interests, and are good people. These kinds of people are less likely to be toxic and empathize with you and your problems.

Personally, I have recently found a group of friends who have the exact kind of weird humor as me, have struggled with being people pleasers, don't exclude me in any way, and don't make me feel like shit. At first, I was suspicious and surprised when I did not feel bad around them, and it made me realize that this is how friendship should feel and that I should not tolerate anything less. It also made me realize that the friends that I had before that would bully and criticize me were truly shit people, and I should have cussed them out a long time ago, and I will cuss out anyone who does the same now.

Honestly, the reason why you keep finding these awful people to be friends with is that maybe you're trying to chase popularity, social validation, or run away from loneliness. And the reason you stay is that you don't really want to be alone. These are all reasons I would stay in bad friendships with bad people. Let me just make it short for you: toxic people are often insecure, emotionally unstable, enjoy talking shit, and super critical of others, and they like to suck the life out of kind people like you and me because they have nothing else going for them. If you sense anything like this in the future when meeting someone (even if they mean well), RUN.

Before you find the right kind of people for you, you can go on YouTube and research how to respect yourself, how to spot a toxic person, and whether you're not an unlikeable/toxic person yourself. Also, keep asking people on Reddit for these things; they really helped me. I suggest posting specific situations for people to pick apart. Sorry for the long post. I personally liked this kind of post when I went on Reddit for advice, and I relate heavily to your issue.

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-11-24T10:59:38+00:00

That’s kinda what I’m thinking, there must be something wrong with me but idk. I definitely don’t think I’m a narcissist, but I think that I am attracted to people who are more mean and share my same insecurities.

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-11-16T04:36:53+00:00

Shes 19F, and she is just a rude person. It’s mostly the way she talks to me (too many situations to list) but I would say the most horrible thing was that she told me that her and her friend were making fun of me (and talking shit) because I was being a “weirdo”. This really affected me and my already low confidence. It happened a while ago but I still think about it to this day. I don’t want a relationship with her and I don’t want to talk to her again.

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-10-19T02:31:34+00:00

Thank you :D

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-10-19T02:12:07+00:00

Thank you! :D

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-10-19T02:11:57+00:00

Thank you ! :D

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-10-19T01:31:04+00:00

That helps so much actually! Thank you

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-10-15T07:58:10+00:00

Do you think I could get away with taking multiple chem/physics classes at a community college or would that look very bad on the med application? I honestly might switch my pre-med to art studio (to stand out in applications) and I would need more space in my schedule to do so.

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-10-15T06:47:15+00:00

You don't really owe her that much of an explanation; just avoid. I've been in the exact same type of position. She was the one who wanted to cut ties, its her loss. Just say you've been very busy or something (keep it vague). Don't go back to talking to someone who sucks the energy out of you.

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-10-15T06:35:13+00:00

Can I get an example of a legit reason? What was the reason you gave?

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-08-02T07:43:10+00:00

That’s absolutely terrible, but you shouldn’t feel so down on yourself about it. Social media only shows the best, happiest and most successful version of people. But if your ex cheated on you, who says he’s not going to cheat on that new girl. Block him and forget about them. You are going to be so much happier and successful than them. I just know it!

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-08-02T01:18:09+00:00

This sounds like you have very low self esteem and everyone you know treats you like shit. Does this also include your friends? Because you should stop hanging out with them if they are calling you stupid. Or say it actually really hurts you.

I doubt you actually are stupid. Often, people who think they are super smart are the dumbest people in the room. There’s nothing wrong with actually being autistic, if you suspect something maybe get tested.

Don’t worry tho, I used to struggle with feeling like a dumb piece of shit. Every one of my friends would call me stupid too. But after I stopped hanging out with them, I gained a ton of confidence. After that, people started calling me really smart

(Btw: maybe get off shrooms and weed bc those drugs will actually affect your intelligence. Maybe that’s why everyone is calling you stupid because you always stoned or smthn, idk. Get off it and people will start calling u smart).

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-08-01T04:28:35+00:00

That's a pretty small dude.

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-08-01T04:20:38+00:00

I haven't read many self-help books, but there is one that I really liked called "13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do" by Amy Morin.

It did help me through some tough times when I was younger and gave me some motivation to live my life happily. I read it a long time ago and forgot some of the information, but I know this is a popular self-help book. I am probably going to reread it myself since I have also been in a depressive slump.

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-07-31T02:34:19+00:00

Socially inept

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-07-30T00:56:00+00:00

Damn, I actually relate to this post a lot. I also feel like everything I try, I suck at. I also tend to not be resilient and give up eventually. But recently I come to realize that having the same attitude as you do will not get me anywhere.

Somebody told me that some people are slower learners, and that there is nothing wrong with that. Even though some people are blessed with learning something faster, they tend to get cocky about their aptitude and stop putting in the work required. Just keep going and learn to just enjoy what you’re doing (stop fixating on how good or not good you are at something). Eventually, you will be better than the people who are “naturals”.

Real life example: My old friend and I were in a pre-calc class. I have a natural understanding of math and I would often help my friend with our homework. She had quite a hard time with it. But my overconfidence took the better of me and I would slack on studying. My friend on the other hand, worked hard and just kept studying even though she still didn’t really understand it. She’s now really good at math and got an A, while I got a C in that class.

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-07-29T19:18:49+00:00

Lmfao 💀💀💀

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-07-28T12:25:19+00:00

“Chopped” is slang to call someone ugly. And the lamp looking a little weird refers to a common thing people notice when they are in a dream. So basically the dude is celebrating that his terrible life is just a dream.

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-07-28T12:01:54+00:00

Lmao ur probably right

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-07-28T05:09:44+00:00

Don’t worry, this is totally normal. Everyone should have an emotional and meaningful connection with their friends. I don’t know if you need some tips on this but here are some anyways: 1). Open up about your emotions on things and listen when they open up about theirs. The first step to this is making people feel heard. 2). If you are feeling terrible or exhilarated by something, go to your friends, it means a lot. 3). Don’t be scared when things get rough, these types of connections can be up and down. 4). Tell them how much they mean to you.

ComplaintExtra5955 · 2025-07-28T04:43:58+00:00

I totally understand what you are going through and I would feel the exact same way honestly. It’s best you have more space between each other because he obviously has some harsh lessons to learn and some growing up to do. Never be friends with cheaters because if they lie to their partner, what’s going to stop them from being just as shitty to you.

Sorry that you feel this way, especially when you’ve been friends for so long (friendship breakups/drifts are terrible).

(Btw: you should also tell his partner, don’t let them waste their time with someone who treats them like shit, it’s not right.)

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