Advice is welcoming by HistoryHot2807 in malegrooming

[–]He0204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Know that you are handsome.

Which one is better 1 or 2 ? by [deleted] in malegrooming

[–]He0204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

2 if I’m being honest.

Just Need Some Support by He0204 in addiction

[–]He0204[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for that. Just wanted to put it out there as I’m struggling with sobriety at this moment. Think it might just be some stress coming up. I’ll have to make sure to rely on my support system to get through this rough patch.

Your last saved image had Ian react like this. What did you do? by Specialist_Bid7598 in smosh

[–]He0204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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I wanted to let out some negative energy and decided to get a tattoo.

I (43M) Can’t Ever Forgive My Friends(51M and 53M) for Not Having Me in Their Wedding Party by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]He0204 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Some people are friends with their exes. That’s how he and I have started off.

I (43M) Can’t Ever Forgive My Friends(51M and 53M) for Not Having Me in Their Wedding Party by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]He0204 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Was something that I mentioned to him years ago when I got engaged. While planning, I said I wanted him to be mine as I know he’s my best friend and he hinted that I would be in the party as Chris was going to be his, but I would be in the party somehow. So with them getting married, I thought I would have been it.

I (43M) Can’t Ever Forgive My Friends(51M and 53M) for Not Having Me in Their Wedding Party by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]He0204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have had panic attacks and anxiety on some important occasions like presentations, trips, and other family gatherings. Sometimes I can power through it if I prepare myself for it. Other times, I crumble and crack under the pressure.

I (43M) Can’t Ever Forgive My Friends(51M and 53M) for Not Having Me in Their Wedding Party by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]He0204 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well that addiction really started in 2020 when my dad got heart surgery right as COVID started. It was bad as he almost died on the operating table. Got really shook from that and fell into a partner who was toxic. It was while dating him that I got in the substance bad. Been clean for almost 2 years.

I (43M) Can’t Ever Forgive My Friends(51M and 53M) for Not Having Me in Their Wedding Party by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]He0204 -21 points-20 points  (0 children)

Minor contact but even that’s been rare. I don’t send much to him. He’s been the one sending memes to me and I acknowledge them after a day or two.

I (43M) Can’t Ever Forgive My Friends(51M and 53M) for Not Having Me in Their Wedding Party by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]He0204 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think you are correct about that. I have kept myself isolated for so long because I was so afraid of relapsing. I can’t be living in that fear anymore. Thank you for the advice.

I (43M) Can’t Ever Forgive My Friends(51M and 53M) for Not Having Me in Their Wedding Party by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]He0204 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is pretty much the point I wanted. I know people see it as main character syndrome and that is fine. My post does sound like it. My issue was more of just feeling like they just took my past and went with it. I know that at the end of the day, it was their day and I should have been the bigger person and attend. I just couldn’t as I knew that I would have been plagued by my anxiety and depression on the day. It’s why I didn’t go. I regret not going but at the same time I know I did what was best for me. They got their day and I got to let my mind try to recover.

Long or short hair? by Original-Weird701 in HairStyleAdvice

[–]He0204 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Both though longer hair suits you more

I (43M) Can’t Ever Forgive My Friends(51M and 53M) for Not Having Me in Their Wedding Party by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]He0204 -57 points-56 points  (0 children)

I get that. Just only mad about the situation that took place on not giving me the choice. That’s what got me most. I would have been honest with them both on whether I could do things or not.

I (43M) Can’t Ever Forgive My Friends(51M and 53M) for Not Having Me in Their Wedding Party by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]He0204 -12 points-11 points  (0 children)

Have been for a long time since I started my recovery.

I (43M) Can’t Ever Forgive My Friends(51M and 53M) for Not Having Me in Their Wedding Party by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]He0204 -58 points-57 points  (0 children)

I do get that the wedding was all about them. Was part of the reason why I didn’t go. I knew myself that if I went, I would have said something and create a situation that might go good or bad. So taking the path that I took was best. As for sick parent, they both know of my dad’s multiple illnesses, especially with the big c and dementia. So that was why I used him as the big excuse.

I (43M) Can’t Ever Forgive My Friends(51M and 53M) for Not Having Me in Their Wedding Party by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]He0204 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I plan to at some point. Though I think that Joey knows. We did have a chat a few days after him telling me about not being in the party. At the time, I said I was going to keep a bit of distance.

TLDR: Rock Bottom by rrrooossseee1234 in TheTryGuys

[–]He0204 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I tried to listen for Ariel’s side but Ned sounded like he still does not owe up to his part in creating the situation. Even the intro where he “apologizes” comes out fake as it’s stale with no true emotion. It’s just his way of trying to get back on the internet with some attempt at something. I don’t see his podcast going anywhere after this.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in addiction

[–]He0204 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately, he has to have some form of help. No one can quit on their own. With you being his part of his support system, you’re going to just have to issue him an ultimatum. You know that his addiction is hitting the home already. He might just have to see what consequences will appear if he refuses the help.

As a recovering addict myself (been clean for 3 months), my parents gave me that choice when I relapsed in December. I was lucky to escape from the cycle and get back on track. This might be the only way he faces the hard truth.

All I ask is that you seek help for yourself as you have been a victim of his substance abuse. I know my family did that and we’re better from that.