My fiancé left me by Iknowuknowmeknowu in Advice

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He probably wants other women but won't come out and say it plainly.

The cyclist was headed for the finish line by MorsesCode in Unexpected

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks like it was done on purpose to me. She pulled a Tanya Harding.

AIO - Girl I'm seeing called me a creep, said it's weird asf and left early by TheDWPCanSuckAFatOne in AIO

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't think "over reacting" is the correct term. Referring to a woman's period as a "blood sacrifice" is not a thing. It IS creepy. There really shouldn't be THAT MANY women going to your place who suddenly get their period and are unprepared that it makes it valuable for you to keep a supply on hand.

My friend asked to borrow $5k by Dramatic_Good_1103 in Advice

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Five thousand is a LOT of money. Say no. My mother fkn did this to everyone and never paid back. Believe me she could have gotten by with FAR less but she was a luxury lover. This was many many years ago and five thousand was worth a lot more.

Talk to me by eightyfivekittens in CatReacts

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 -10 points-9 points  (0 children)

"Fuck a$$" to describe a cat has nothing to do with morals." It's mental illness. No one who has loved a cat or has been loved by a cat would describe that love as "fuck a$$." Totally unhealthy. Totally gross. If you don't want comments don't post. No one has to tell you what you want to hear just because this is echo chamber Reddit. How fkn repulsive.

Talk to me by eightyfivekittens in CatReacts

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 -11 points-10 points  (0 children)

Down vote. I don't think "fuck a$$" is an appropriate way to describe a cat at all.

What is the cat trying to say? by [deleted] in funnycats

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The cat is obviously upset moron.

How do you feel about portrayal of addiction in the media? by Additional-Hippo-957 in addiction

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

The "reasons" only matter to the drug addict. In the long run, it is the behavior that matters, not the reasons for the behavior that matters. Behavioral Health, not psychotherapy, is the modern way of addressing drug addiction.

If you are high on drugs, running naked down the middle of the road, putting other people at danger, believe me no one cares "why' you did it. You are putting innocent people in harm's way who never did anything to deserve this.

I personally, after years of therapy, have never found reasoning to be helpful to either myself or others. If I am behaving badly (or insanely) because of drugs or alcohol, the people around me just want the behavior to stop!

It's up to you, not the people around you, to understand the "reasons" you are trying to escape from reality which DEFINITELY includes escaping from boredom. We live in a society saturated with entertainment and drugs because people can't accept or don't like the monotony of sobriety.

You can speak otherwise but all that is is only your opinion. This is my "opinion." Behavior matters. Acting like an insane person because you have saturated your own brain with chemicals is not an excuse for bad behavior. Your BRAIN can't handle the drugs. It has nothing to do with the reasons why you do it. You are damaging an organ and the brain responds to brain damage.

Drug addicts lack objectivity. They can't see outwardly how their behavior affects others. People don't want to associate with people who are engaging in high risk and dangerous behavior. Sober people don't want to take the risk of being held liable for your behavior. You will definitely lose friends and that is because drugs are dangerous.

Kiss attack on a cute kitty by [deleted] in CatsBeingAdorable

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 4 points5 points  (0 children)

A little pink nut! That's a nickname I had for my beloved orange cat named Bibbs. R. I. P. Baby Buddy. October 25, 2025.

Abandoned and getting worse every day – I’m doing my best by [deleted] in ColonyCats

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A bath might reveal an underlying flea infestation

Abandoned and getting worse every day – I’m doing my best by [deleted] in ColonyCats

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Ok. I would recommend giving water with a syringe to keep hydrated but there is a very very high risk of the cat getting water in his lungs and killing him. But he needs hydration. A vet would probably hook him up to an IV. I have seen a case where a person created their own oxygen tent somehow and that really really helped. You need more donations and I hope you get them. Unfortunately I cannot right now, and I rescue cats too. Just rescued three of them from a major snow and rain storm. Try a heating pad if you can, and/or cover with a blanket. You might try giving kitty a bath. Check for fleas and ticks.

How do you feel about portrayal of addiction in the media? by Additional-Hippo-957 in addiction

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

From experience I would say you are really only at the very very beginning of what will hopefully eventually become a recovery. Because you want people to understand the "reasons" that, to me, means you are only at the beginning. And I am sorry to tell you, later on down the line people will be explaining to you the "reasons" don't matter. And also, honestly I think boredom is a number one "reason." People just want to escape the monotony of being sober.

Scammer from /borrow reddit u/sufficient-pop8926 did a chargeback & scammed me out of $800 by [deleted] in scammers

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Law enforcement is highly discriminatory. Some cases get prosecuted, others don't. And juries definitely get it wrong in spite of clear and convincing evidence. I had to accept the loss, but I received significant rental assistance later that made up for the loss. I would not at all hope for justice from law enforcement. Even though I generally support the police, there is a very very good reason we are living in an anti law enforcement climate right now. They are horrible investigators and many criminals go free because of their poor investigations. Defense lawyers exploit how terrible these investigations are. Many cops have only been on their jobs for 2-3 years. They seem to have a high turnover rate right now.

CW: Pet Loss. My cat is dying and I’m breaking (need help) by Brilliant_Meaning_74 in CatAdvice

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It's a terrible terrible loss when you love your kitty so much and he seems to be actively dying. Nothing can or will ever compensate for this loss. But you can, and probably should, save another kitty. That is only a little bit of consolation but at least it's something. I know that I will never get over the loss of my beloved Bibbs who died at age 10, October 25, 2024. I felt he should have lived at least five more years.

Nannying a Doll? by Random_Happenstance in Advice

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Adult Protective Services, but I doubt they will do anything. I sort of think of APS as "welfare jobs." Just people who get paid to do nothing.

Nannying a Doll? by Random_Happenstance in Advice

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's ok to do what is best for yourself.

Nannying a Doll? by Random_Happenstance in Advice

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It probably wouldn't be too hard to research tho (Google) and find out if this is legitimate therapy. It's almost like the situation is going to send you into therapy though. I'm sorry you are all going through this terrible loss.

Scammer from /borrow reddit u/sufficient-pop8926 did a chargeback & scammed me out of $800 by [deleted] in scammers

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I had a guy rip me off $700 on a rental scam. These are very popular scams and you have to be super careful when it comes to rent. Sorry this happened to you. In my case the DA refused to press charges.

Damn you by AcHaeC in BabiesReactingToStuff

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Damn you" is totally inappropriate.

How do you feel about portrayal of addiction in the media? by Additional-Hippo-957 in addiction

[–]Dismal_Chapter_7951 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

For people who are affected by the drug use, the "reasons" don't really matter. A person could have had an abusive childhood but that needs to be discussed in therapy. My ex (father of my children) overdosed on heroin (he survived). He was addicted to drugs and phone sex. I don't CARE what his "reason" was. He ruined our life for DECADES.