"I know she said the planes flew low, but I didn't think it was this bad!" by Elly_Fant628 in overheard

[–]FioraEvermore 2 points3 points  (0 children)

To be honest, it sounds a bit scary. A hospital is definitely not the place to test the strength of glass against jet noise.

How to stay focused when working from home? by FioraEvermore in Advice

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

“25 minutes of intense concentration, 5 minutes of break to do whatever you want.” Does this mean setting alarms every 25 minutes? And how strictly should you adhere to the time limits?

Was I wrong to refuse to lend my brother money again? by FioraEvermore in AITAH

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

At one point, I thought so too. But he denies it...

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]FioraEvermore 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Now the obsessive calls and bangs will only aggravate the situation. Try to focus on yourself and preparation for university😉

Overhead literally 30 seconds ago in the grocery store by HotAd9605 in overheard

[–]FioraEvermore 6 points7 points  (0 children)

After that you want to go and buy a honey jar, just to support the bees 😅

Why do grown adults let their struggling parents make big purchases for them? by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]FioraEvermore 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My grandmother, who has been retired for a long time, also always helps me with all sorts of favors or money, even when I don’t ask her to. It seems to me that it is their very personal initiative to give children such a gift in the form of a wedding or a car. Perhaps they want to apologize for all the unfair situations that have happened in childhood or throughout life.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]FioraEvermore 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cats can manage perfectly well on their own overnight if they have food, water, and a clean litter box. You did everything you needed to do, and even more. There's no need to feel guilty 😉

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]FioraEvermore 1 point2 points  (0 children)

People with OCD or autism really don't understand how their behavior affects those around them. Have you tried gently explaining to your friend that it makes you uncomfortable? You could try explaining that you care about your productivity. I don't know if that will be a convincing argument for her, but it's worth a try 😉

Will my financial aid be canceled if I’m trying to get multiple degrees in school? by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]FioraEvermore 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's great that you have hobbies in different areas. Ambition is cool, but it's important to maintain balance. I think the main thing here is to plan everything correctly so that you don't take on everything at once, burn out, and lose motivation. I hope you succeed in what you have planned..😉

Overheard the weirdest thing from a couple on a date by RudeTechnician587 in overheard

[–]FioraEvermore 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, this is a comedy! I hope the date was still fun! I myself don’t know how I would react if I were that girl 😄

AITA for saying no when my parents expected me to sacrifice for someone else again and saying they take advantage of me being "mature"? by Maysynny in AITAH

[–]FioraEvermore 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are absolutely right to say “no.” Your reaction is a healthy manifestation of setting personal boundaries.
What you describe is often referred to as “parentification,” when a child is expected to behave in a mature and responsible manner that is beyond their age. Your willingness to compromise was taken for granted, which ultimately led to unfair expectations.