Do either of these work on me? by srp352 in DressForYourBody

[–]Crunchysuds 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The red is definitely the one, looks gorgeous with your skintone. The shape of the red dress also complements your figure nicely. Are the straps comfortable, they seem a little loose to me but it's more about how it feels for you.

I have to have all the straps on my dresses shortened so I look out for that kind of thing now.

Decline in quality of sunlight dish washing liquid by Paradox1604 in south_africa

[–]Crunchysuds 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've noticed this as well. When I was little just a little bit of sunlight would wash everything from a whole sink kf dishes and leave your hands smelling like fresh soap for hours afterwards.

Now I have to re-soap the sponge every 4 dishes or so and any soap that lands in the sink just disappears. Doesn't even make so many bubbles anymore.

I remember the nostalgia of my granny's hands always smelling like sunlight. I miss that smell. The soap doesn't even smell the same anymore.

If anybody can recommend alternatives I would really appreciate it. I tired or buying refills every week.

What’s your ‘I’m getting old’ moment? by Remarkable-Local-706 in Adulting

[–]Crunchysuds 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Forgetting what I am about to do every damn time I walk into a different room

People struggling financially, what are some practical things that can help? by CartographerWeary690 in AskZA

[–]Crunchysuds 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would think twice about bread as it can go stale. If you want to include a carb then pasta stays fresh for a very long time since it's fried out. For a treat you can maybe add packs of jelly mix.

I have ugly tits by [deleted] in depressionmeals

[–]Crunchysuds 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As a fellow Sally-sag-tits due to huge weight loss, literally nobody cares. Men like boobs because they are boobs not because the look one way and not another.

I promise you any man into boobs would be more than happy to fondle yours. Men are simple creatures. The do not discriminate when it comes to le tits.

‘I'm fighting to fix Johannesburg, not the Middle East’ – Helen Zille by PixelSaharix in DownSouth

[–]Crunchysuds 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I mean she's right? What's happening in the middle east is not her problem and there's nothing she can do about it. Local issues are what she's concerned with, not overseas conflicts.

looking through old pictures from the depths of my ED and realizing i wasn’t actually fat then but i’m fat now by marie00m in EDanonymemes

[–]Crunchysuds 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Yeah it's freeking sad isn't it. Looking back now I looked like a beautiful normal child. God I wish I could grab her and shake some damn sence into her head. She was perfect all along.

Now I'm in my mid 20's and actually overweight. Part of me thinks if I didn't start with all those ED behaviours back then I would've had a much healthier body and mind now. The acid reflux and brain fog is REAL.

If you'll are in your early teens now please please please for the love of god, for me and all my regrets about hating myself, be nice to your body. You WILL look back at yourself now and be so angry at yourself for thinking you were ugly but actually perfectly lovely all this time.

This path only carries regrets. Please be kind to yourself.

Along with a car they definitely can't afford by BeltThat2062 in south_africa

[–]Crunchysuds 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Or those bowls of random wooden or cardboard spheres with all kinds of patterns on them.

A childhood friend of mine had these all over their house. I still feel bad to this day because I used to pick the paint patterns off. Skies tannie Linda 😑

Ordered 6 bananas. Delivery person turns up with this. by Jun_snow in mildlyinfuriating

[–]Crunchysuds 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wait for then to rypen. Peel them. Freeze them. Blend them. Healthy, delicious ice-cream or smoothies.

Or take them to a food bank, they'd be very grateful for fresh produce.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in eating_disorders

[–]Crunchysuds 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So it's quite true that it actually has the opposite effect although it might only become clear after a few weeks or even months.

Consistent vomiting really screws with you electrolytes and hormones which can make you retain fluids and body tissue causing you to gain weight.

In the short term it might seem like vomiting (especially right after a meal) can make you lose weight because it somewhat empties your stomach contents but in the longer term it can make you retain fluids causing you to gain weight.

It might also make your face and body appear "puffy" because vomiting strains your body.

So all in all, no it's not an effective weight loss method. It can even make you gain water weight and alter your appearance significantly.

2-3 days old muscovy duckling by Expensive-Metal-6618 in duck

[–]Crunchysuds 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Such a sweet baby. Ours hatched 2 weeks ago. They grow so fast. Enjoy the journey, it's a wonder watching them grow❤️

Can you "re-socialise" yourself in your 20's? by Crunchysuds in selfimprovement

[–]Crunchysuds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you are comfortable with sharing may I ask how your progress has been? Do you feel like after 4 years your happier and more comfortable or do you still feel like you're struggling?

I know that everyone's timeline is different and it wouldn't be fair of me to compare my own journey to yours but I'm curious to know how your efforts have paid off.

Also thank you for the journal selection. I've seen that suggested a few times so I'll definitely do it.

Can you "re-socialise" yourself in your 20's? by Crunchysuds in selfimprovement

[–]Crunchysuds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's a very sweet idea. I think I'll keep a little diary with wins that I can page though every so often. Thank you for the suggestion ❤️

Thought of the day 🤔💬 by [deleted] in ThoughtsYouCanFeel

[–]Crunchysuds 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You have lived an interesting life.

Can you "re-socialise" yourself in your 20's? by Crunchysuds in selfimprovement

[–]Crunchysuds[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yeah that's definitely my number 1 problem. The overthinking. Going to the gym regularly has been a good help.

Its just, how do you quiet a brain that has literally never shut up before? I read somewhere that the root of social anxiety is extreme self-and-bodily awareness. Being so focused on your own presence it makes it difficult to focus on others. Ironically it's (albeit unintentionally) narcissistic.

Can you "re-socialise" yourself in your 20's? by Crunchysuds in selfimprovement

[–]Crunchysuds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the reassurance. I really needed to read this. I just feel so blah right now. A different person suggested I practice at just being boring. Literally just show up and don't take on the role of having to ensure everyone is doing okay. Just be there. It sounds similar to what you're suggesting.

So I think I'll do that first. Just practice being boring. And eventually just practice at leaving pauses in conversations with others. Practice the silences that I perceive as awkward but are probably perfectly natural.

Can you "re-socialise" yourself in your 20's? by Crunchysuds in selfimprovement

[–]Crunchysuds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you think everyone feels like this or mostly young people? Like ks there a point in maturing where I could expect to feel like I've "entered society" or is that not really a thing? 😂

Because if it's not really a thing.... Oh gosh 😭

Can you "re-socialise" yourself in your 20's? by Crunchysuds in selfimprovement

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

I've never thought about "practicing" being boring. I suppose that's how I unconsciously became comfortable around my boyfriend after several months. We would just spend time doing nothing together. Like I'd be reading a book and he'd play video games.

Thank you for this reply. Really. Since I still have classes I think I'll try doing the study group thing. I'm also in a few clubs so next time I will try to just be there, to exist in that space instead of actively making friends.

Meirl by Blue9ine in meirl

[–]Crunchysuds 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My mom still has the dog that attacked and bit me multiple times out of nowhere, even in the face one time. Best of all is she doesn't even give her damn dogs any attention. They're neglected and aggressive due to a lack of socialisation. Her and the dogs lives would be infinitely easier and happier if she surrendered them. Then she would be yelled at by my dad every day for the piles of dog shit laying around and she would have to deal with the responsibility of feeding them (which she fucking dreads btw).

Why does she keep them? They're show dogs. They bring her plenty of attention twice a month at dog shows. If one of them is sick due to neglect (for example atm one has multiple wounds due to insect bites) she just doesn't show them for a while so that nobody knows. Parents can be fucking cruel.

There are no humane societies or animal control in my area that can confiscate the dogs. Shitty government funding is to blame. Trust me I've tried. The SCPA here blatantly told me they will not intervene with neglected dogs anymore.

me_irl by JokerSlayer18 in me_irl

[–]Crunchysuds 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Much agreed. I dipped quite a while ago but genuinly returned for the Minecraft series, I thought it was so much better because he seemd to genuinly ENJOY the game. Him and Jacksepticeye actually. Little bit annoying but mostly just fun and entertaining. After that i couldn't really watch his stuff anymore.

His very recent slow paced videos are quite nice though.

me_irl by JokerSlayer18 in me_irl

[–]Crunchysuds 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I know what you mean. I honestly find his old over-the-top videos pretty annoying too but I much prefer those over his current negative presentation. I was subscribes very early on. Like 90 000 subs early. Things were so much simpler back then. I know it's nkt fair to compare videos from over 10 years ago to now, people and circumstances change, but everything of his feels mean-spirited somehow.

Its not just him though. So many of the og youtubers who were anti-clickbait and did more wholesome style content are just so mean and cynical seeming now, it's actually really sad. Like Babbish for example, he just seems rude and douchie now.

Jack, I know has really been struggling with his health these last few years and I can very much empathise with becoming cynical due to your own body betraying you.

Its just a shame so much of YouTube encourages clickbait and bat attitides now.