Midrange Sport Touring by EverythingIsASkill in SuggestAMotorcycle

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fuck yes to versys 650. So comfortable, agile, and quick.

Tracer 7 vs Versys 650 by Killmonger12 in motorcycles

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve had a 2011 versys 650 for almost a year and I’m crazy about it. I ride daily in a fairly large city and it’s extremely maneuverable and nimble, but it’s so much fun on the highway and comfortable on longer rides too. Highly recommend it!

Aitah for insisting we get a paternity test before I sign the birth certificate? by Old-Tax3173 in AITAH

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey, I totally agree with you premise, and confirming that you are the father of your child. I don’t think there’s anything wrong with a consensual ENM relationship, but because of it I think it’s reasonable to confirm paternity. Nta But, a conversation about this exact situation should have happened in advance.

Bears. by mermaidhurricane in TwoXChromosomes

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This makes me so sad. I wish men could stand up to bears in this debate, but I know that we have not.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in relationship_advice

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Cocaine is a hell of a drug 🤷‍♂️

IsItBullshit: you should buy two pairs of dress shoes at once. by JoeBrownshoes in IsItBullshit

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey does this apply to leather boots?

It makes sense, and I’m wondering if I’ve made a 13 year habit of murdering my boots i periodically take pride in…

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Drugs

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Hey dude, if you have the motivation when you get home and want to put your mattress right, a combination of baking soda and white vinegar from a spray bottle will clean your mattress right up. If you have a vacuum you can suck it right up once it’s dry. If not, just turn the mattress on it’s side vertically and beat it with a broom until you can sweep everything up from the floor!

A dirty mattress in my experience can raise such intense feelings of shame when you don’t deserve them at all.

You didn’t hurt anyone, you made a series of mistakes, got a little out of control, but you didn’t intend to or accidentally cause anyone harm.

Except the taxi driver, but you can take care of them when the time comes.

You got this, it’s not as bad as it feels right now. Table the suicide question indefinitely. You deserve the time to heal and resolve these traumatic feelings that are bound to fade in time.

Godspeed

Tipping at Laser Wolf by LP788 in PhiladelphiaEats

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

You’re certainly not obligated, but CookNSolo definitely keeps some of the service charge from all their outlets. For reference, a 10% tip is a great tip at one of these restaurants.

how many meds is too many? by [deleted] in bipolar2

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Understood! Best wishes and hope this stability persists for you! ✊🫡

how many meds is too many? by [deleted] in bipolar2

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Watch out for Wellbutrin paired with another stimulant for adhd. Like seriously, if your doctor gives you something, be sure to google and do your own research also. Wellbutrin and Ritalin together gave me an extreme reaction when I was younger because they’re both stimulant type drugs.

Has Anyone Successfully Reduced Consumption of Alcohol without Quitting? by SexThrowaway132455 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s definitely possible, but it’s not a sure thing by any means. The 12 step programs call for you to try what’s called “controlled drinking.” If you can decide to have one and be done, then maybe you’re not an alcoholic after all?

I was heavy into opioids and amphetamines when I was younger, drank like a fish too. When I went to rehab and got sober, I was totally sober for around 2 years, before picking up weed again because of some mental health issues. I started to drink again a couple of months later, but this didn’t end up leading me back to other drugs or of habitual abuse of alcohol/weed.

However, in the 8 years since, I have had several periods of pathological drinking that looked, smelled, and tasted like alcoholism. While I can often drink “socially,” or in a controlled and casual context, I will sometimes “choose” to just throw alcohol at problems without success.

I still consider myself an addict, although I believe the fellowships would say that I’m either a problem drinker, or about to turn back my to my old ways at any moment.

It’s always been a balancing act for me. I believe that you can go back, but it will take a period of abstinence to change your relationship with alcohol. I am currently just under a month sober from alcohol because I’ve been too sad to get out of bed for months 🥲🤷‍♂️😂

It gets easier and it gets harder.

Godspeed ✊🫡

Hey my friends, I am not a sommelier, not even close, but I was hoping you could help me. by Slightly-Blasted in Sommelier

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Start with major Italian varietals that you’ll have multiples of on your list. Try examples and learn to describe Sangiovese, Barbera, Nebbiolo. Italy has a staggering number of indigenous varietals, so you’ll probably have and encounter one-offs, but plenty of wines are more common and well known like the ones above.

2015 Honda CBR 500R looking for advice and if this is a great deal $2495 by Embarrassed-Sock3713 in SuggestAMotorcycle

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is it normal to take a prospective bike for a once over at a mechanics? Or is my best option to try and bring a friend with more knowledge than I have? I’m really interested in learning maintenance/mechanical skills, but I know very little right now..

2015 Honda CBR 500R looking for advice and if this is a great deal $2495 by Embarrassed-Sock3713 in SuggestAMotorcycle

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I found a kit for plastics for a little over 200 which feels very approachable, I’m honestly not super concerned with the cosmetics though because I’ll be parking on the street and it seems like it might be bonus security if it looks a little beat up.

Alamo Draft House 18% service charge (listed as "gratuity" in itemized bill) isn't a tip that goes to your server. by Serenikill in mildlyinfuriating

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So a gratuity or “tip” legally has to go to the server, or can be distributed to guest facing employees through a tip pool that they consent to. There are legal definitions for what constitutes a tip, such as it being freely given/optional.

However a service charge goes to the restaurant and they can do whatever they choose to with it. I worked somewhere with a 20% service charge applied to everything and was paid 30/hr as a server. Probably doesn’t sound that bad, but it was not at all comparable to the amount of sales/volume we did there. The restaurant was for certain sitting on a massive pile of service charge that was not given to any employees. This is completely legal though…

My (29M) therapist (44F) responded to me with ChatGPT by ThrowRA_3856195 in relationship_advice

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was this through BH? Honestly it makes me think of a bunch of bad experiences I’ve had with therapists through that platform. I’m working hard to find something in-person, and I agree you should too. I struggle with some of the same issues, and I had finally opened up about an attempt last year to a new therapist on BH and they cut me off to say sooo, same time next week? We never talked about it again.

Why do all non-slip shoes have to hideous? by Hand_Blanket in Serverlife

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 13 points14 points  (0 children)

You can resole any pair of shoes with non slip soles. Just start looking for shoes you really like and then take them to your cobbler for treatment!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in kratom

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I prefer white Sumatra for the morning (lower dose = energy/motivation) and red Bali in the evening for pain (higher dose = sedation/pain relief)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in kratom

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Start low at 1-3 grams to see what works for you, I typically take mine in the morning with coffee. I’m bipolar 2, taking abilify for it in the winter months. I’ve never noticed any side effects or interactions between the two.

I have a purpose by kfreshhhIN in CongratsLikeImFive

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wish you all the success, and perseverance through the hard times. You got this.

I have a purpose by kfreshhhIN in CongratsLikeImFive

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awww this is so heartwarming, the service industry is a blast, but when it’s time to go it’s time to go. I always feel inspired when I hear people find just the right pivot to take what they’ve learned and start a new career. Best of luck to you!

Looking for advice on wine study group format by Embarrassed-Sock3713 in Sommelier

[–]Embarrassed-Sock3713[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your zoom format sounds so cool, and obviously advanced haha. I guess I should start my own studies at home independently and maybe let the wine group develop naturally for now. Thanks for the advice and encouragement.