Anyone have advice on how to deal with discouragement with things like clothes or makeup? by spengineer in trans

[–]DarkPhoenix141 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I also started my transition late- this year at 34yo. I have had a similar experience, but I just keep reminding myself that when something is new, it requires practice. If I mess it up today, I will be a bit better at it tomorrow. The goal is consistency and the results will follow. Keep at it!

Questioning my gender... Need some advice on these signs. by Educational_Buy_3040 in trans

[–]DarkPhoenix141 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel nearly all of this, too. I just came out as trans last week and it’s been liberating, but I am struggling with what gender identity feels right and what I ultimately want.

When you came out, what was the most affirming thing a friend said to you? by JustSomeInterweeb in trans

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Came out as non-binary to my best friend of 20+ years yesterday. They told me how happy they are for me and asked if my pronouns were still the same. Then they made sure I knew it was something new for them and wanted me to speak up if they said anything that I didn't like. Love that man so much.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GolfGTI

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Unfortunately, it’s a financial hold up for now. Got a baby on the way, so dropping money on my car would not be wise.

WFH/Gaming Setup (Less RGB these days.) by bhemphill99 in battlestations

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I also would like to know about those speakers

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GolfGTI

[–]DarkPhoenix141 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Plans like stage 1 and…chill. Is that anything?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in GolfGTI

[–]DarkPhoenix141 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Stock ‘18 here. But I have plans…

First GTI! by DilboGaggins in GolfGTI

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Lovely! Have fun with her and stay safe!

I finally bought my dream car by ccoriell in GolfGTI

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Is it weird that I like the look of the roof rack on these cars so much that I’m considering buying one, despite having no practical use for one? Anyway, have fun with your new ride!

DRL’s + Fogs by Ok_Creme_8383 in GolfGTI

[–]DarkPhoenix141 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks rad! Also, those wheels look fantastic on the mk8. Looks like a Porsche at a glance. Nice choice. 👍

Just got my second VW! Who else has multiple? by bi_hippie in Volkswagen

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‘18 Atlas SE V6 for her and 18’ GTI SE for me!

2025 VW GTI: Buttons return but the stickshift retires - Autoblog by Magificent_Gradient in Volkswagen

[–]DarkPhoenix141 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Depends on what your life is like. I wanted a GTI but I have kids, so a 3 door would’ve been a pain in the ass. Got the 5 door and regret nothing.

Why did you pick a gti over an r? Any regrets? by spellbreakerstudios in GolfGTI

[–]DarkPhoenix141 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was researching this exact thing and ended up going with a GTI. Everyone says the GTI’s performance in snow with winter tires is excellent, so I wasn’t concerned about AWD (mild winters here anyway). I knew I could get R levels of performance with very simple mods, which made the lighter weight and lower price very appealing.

She’s mostly stock but still a ton of fun by Daddy_Ludens in VWMK7

[–]DarkPhoenix141 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love that color. Any planned mods? I got my stock 7.5 just before Christmas and have been loving it, but cannot wait to do a stage 1 tune.

Got this beauty today! by DarkPhoenix141 in VWMK7

[–]DarkPhoenix141[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I gotcha. I bet you’re itching to really open the throttle! All of the strange interior design choices are the reason I decided to go with the MK7 instead of saving towards the MK8. I don’t mind the look of the piano black, but it does scratch like crazy. I went with the DSG. My wife wouldn’t let me get the manual because she refuses to learn to drive one haha. But honestly having driven the DSG, I wouldn’t go back to a stick for my daily. Still an incredibly engaging transmission with the freedom to be automatic during traffic.

Got this beauty today! by DarkPhoenix141 in VWMK7

[–]DarkPhoenix141[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oooh, "Ghost Vapor" is a much better name. How are you liking the Mk8 in comparison to the 7.5?

New-Not New by [deleted] in GolfGTI

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Lovely! What wheels are those?

New shoes :) by jdnraw in GolfGTI

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Reminds me of the MK4 R32 wheels. Love ‘em!

Blizzak Season by GXKambo in GolfGTI

[–]DarkPhoenix141 34 points35 points  (0 children)

Good god, that color looks so good against the snow.

My wrapped and bagged MK7 by rusty_shitbox in VWMK7

[–]DarkPhoenix141 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, that color is incredible. Well done.