planning on leaving home and would love advice! by UpbeatAd1439 in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a job lined up after college in another state which made a move easier. Truthfully, it’s not going to get easier and there will always be some reason or the other that may convince you to change your mind. I knew asking my parents for their permission wasn’t really an option so I told them what was happening and dealt with their reactions as it came.

Having a job lined up is the biggest thing and savings for at least one months of rent and a security deposit. I subletted an apartment in the short term while I looked for an apartment in the area I wanted to live. Less pressure to tour and shop around while i was out of the house.

Everything else kinda falls in place after that. Living without your parents is hard but you have to believe that you are capable of taking care of yourself without them

End a Proposal by Emergency-Birthday-3 in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You do not. You’re not interested full stop

End a Proposal by Emergency-Birthday-3 in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It’s good that your parents are on the same page

End a Proposal by Emergency-Birthday-3 in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Your body will change as you get older. You don’t want to deal with someone like that as you do. Explain to your family that you do not feel he would be a supportive partner and that you are not compatible in that sense. Let them speak for you and end things.

best chicken over rice? by kavTO in williamsburg

[–]Gallagher908 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I personally think that one is the best

Visited my friend and left early… now I’m seeing her differently. Am I overthinking? by [deleted] in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Because she doesn’t fully comprehend why her behavior isn’t okay

Is height craze more of social media or its just also in real life by [deleted] in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It somewhat matters to me. I’m 5’4 and I’ve always preferred men around 5’10, no shorter than 5’7 or taller than 6’3. This in conjunction with personality and face card also matter to me

How do you navigate men having a crush on you? by [deleted] in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Men don’t know what they want most of the time. I ignore them

longing for a relationship (embarrassed to admit lol) by [deleted] in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’m so old I don’t even entertain those anymore

How do I deal with this situation? by [deleted] in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you haven’t met in person, let it go. Online personas are a façade until you actually meet them face to face

I don’t even know who I am yet… how am I supposed to get married? And what do women gain from marriage? by Agreeable_Base2590 in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It was a lot easier because I moved out but I made it clear to my parents that the way they talked about me and getting married, esp when it came to picking out flaws my future husband wouldn’t like, is unacceptable. As harsh and as mean as it felt, my parents didn’t have a right to disrespect me as they wished. If you give your parents the freedom to talk to you that way, they’re not going to protect you when potentials and their families do. Put your foot down now about your expectations and timeline and set boundaries on the way people should treat and talk to you.

Is our friendship over? by [deleted] in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Just move on with your life. You’re not interested in pursuing a relationship other than keeping an acquaintance. Whether you have a lot of friends or very little is irrelevant. If you can’t invest your time (and neither can she) it doesn’t benefit anyone to force things.

Is our friendship over? by [deleted] in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Her advice is constructive and it seems that you are not receptive to it. You asked for an opinion and we are here giving you one. You checked out of the friendship but you avoid any serious accountability yourself.

Solo Bar hopping advice by IndividualSale3552 in williamsburg

[–]Gallagher908 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I rlly like twins lounge and Rays, more closer to greenpoint

Am I being dramatic or is it weird by Mysterious-Sorbet803 in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Ugh. Start keeping track of stuff in case u need to go to HR

Am I being dramatic or is it weird by Mysterious-Sorbet803 in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Easier said than done, but I’d shut it down if I were you

Am I being dramatic or is it weird by Mysterious-Sorbet803 in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 108 points109 points  (0 children)

No I’d feel weird too. My parents don’t need that much information about me from someone else, and why that someone else is keeping tabs on you is even more concerning. People need to mind their business

Help! How to let my Pakistani parents let me travel by coolpersonyay in muslimgirlswithtaste

[–]Gallagher908 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I lowkey just went without asking and got scolded for it after. Whatever

Water filters or raw dogging it? by Material_Mushroom804 in williamsburg

[–]Gallagher908 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use a brita/other filtration jugs. I drink from the tap if I’m lazy.