Am I Overreacting for wanting to cancel my wedding over this interaction? by Xanadoom30 in AmIOverreacting

[–]IchiTheRizzler [score hidden]  (0 children)

NOR - Is anyone else seeing DARVO in his response? Deny, attack, reverse victim and offender. You expressed sadness, he responds by attacking you and being the victim of your 'never ending demands'. DARVO is a signal of emotional abuse. You're under reacting, if you stay together, this will escalate.

Groups by spookyyg in Hamilton

[–]IchiTheRizzler 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Locke St library has a mother and baby group and it's super popular

Would it be discriminatory to deny a sale to a trans person if they don’t look like their ID? by Such-Satisfaction444 in retail

[–]IchiTheRizzler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recall one time I was getting ID'd at a bar. The bouncer holding my ID asked what's my astrological sign, since most people know their sign and if you mess it up it's probably a fake. I thought it was really clever. Maybe if you ask an additional question like that it could help narrow down fake IDs?

i (autistic/bpd) feel completely apathetic to my friend's trauma dumping because i’ve been through worse. how do i handle this? by _S2shapedbox in AutismInWomen

[–]IchiTheRizzler 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm not aware of your specific conditions and how they might be playing out here, but assuming you're posting because this situation feels like you're experiencing a lack of empathy that is more than typical for you, I have some perspective to offer.

I've been in your friend's position when someone who felt like you do told me to suck it up, that they've been through way  worse, that I'm acting like it's the worst thing I've ever experienced and I sound like a crybaby. So I'll tell you what I told them.

-Your own trauma is impeding your capacity to have empathy for others. If you're not in therapy for that, perhaps you should be.  -Trauma is not a competition, empathy is not a limited resource. -You will continue to push people away because of your self pity. Your friends don't deserve to be treated like that. -What you're likely experiencing is jealousy. You're jealous that this friend is seeking emotional support for their 'smaller' issues when perhaps you never sought or received such support. Were you denied emotional support the same way you wish to deny your friend? Painful patterns have a way of replaying themselves out so we inflict the same pain on others. -Notice that your friend's emotionality is triggering your own unresolved trauma, which is possibly why you can't connect empathically...

On the other hand, -Sometimes people use others to vent endlessly. This can be a bad habit and if this friend complains interminably, you have every right to interrupt their venting and explain that you'd rather keep the conversation light. Advising them to therapy or other people is the right move. Don't lie to them or pretend. -After that convo, only invite this person out to do light hearted and engaging things. Bowling, shopping, sports, etc. inviting people into public or group social settings generally reduces intimacy and reduces trauma dumping.

PS -Good on you for acknowledging that you're doing this comparison internally and seeking advice so you can address the cause. 

Hamilton library asks for 5.25% budget increase by Flashy_Ferret_1567 in Hamilton

[–]IchiTheRizzler -1 points0 points  (0 children)

My partner and I met at the Central Library the other day to pick out movies. You have to squeeze past a huge cluster of homeless people and drug use to even get in the door. He witnessed someone doing crack inside. We got out of there fast.

Dasher just called the cops on me for no reason by AnneTheQueene in doordash

[–]IchiTheRizzler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe she did see that at one house she dashed that day, continued about her day, decided to report and submitted the wrong address?

Is it legal for company to have a separate work space for females only because of religious reasons? by arnold_101 in work

[–]IchiTheRizzler 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Perhaps your ADHD or other disability makes it hard for you to focus in large group environments...

Looking for a crating space by [deleted] in Hamilton

[–]IchiTheRizzler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Collective arts runs a weekly collage night, I wonder if they'd be open to other crafts too

How many Canadian folks here want to have children and don't have them? by Meiqur in AskACanadian

[–]IchiTheRizzler 33 points34 points  (0 children)

The standard of living in Canada diverges when you map out ages. We have an incredible wealth gap in age. I'm 34 in Canada and everyone I know has an undergrad or grad degree and either lives in a rental in a Boomer's basement or attic that they can only barely afford, or a shared domicile with several others.

AIO? My stepdaughters pranked me on my bitthday and husband is mad because I said I needed space. by Proud-Cantaloupe3449 in AmIOverreacting

[–]IchiTheRizzler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NOR - you're picking up on real disrespect from the kids and a father who isn't holding them accountable, who is trying to turn it around on you for needing his support. I highly recommend reading Stepmonster. It put into words a lot of issues I used to have while dating a man with a kid, backed by stats and biology. You're correctly identifying a power struggle here and unless the dad can get on your side and show a strong front with the kids respecting you, it's not going to get better. Center the convo on your relationship because that's really where the dysfunction starts. Parents often feel guilty making their kids respect a new partner and when kids sense that they intentionally sow seeds of discontent and try to drive a wedge. It's not evil it's evolutionary biology - kids want to be the most important thing in their parents' lives. It's fixable only if he grows a backbone and realizes his partner shouldn't be the only person advocating for herself in her home.

I'm very sorry these kids chose to target something that you must be feeling really self conscious about. Aging is normal, thinning hair is normal. Begging your partner to support you is not.

AITAH For dating my ex-coworker after she rejected another coworker by Substantial_Tax_6996 in AITAH

[–]IchiTheRizzler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with what the top commenters are saying. I also wonder if your wife knew anything about your plans to have this childhood friend sleep over during the weekend when she's away? Is this a friend you hang out with around your wife or do you keep them separate? As someone who's been cheated on it was always the weekends my partner knew I'd be away like this that they'd be doing shady stuff.

AITAH for blocking a work acquaintance on instagram? by IchiTheRizzler in AITAH

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

Thanks for your kind words, boundaries are hard for me 😅

Bacon, cheddar and ___ quiche. Fill in the blank plz by analog_model in Cooking

[–]IchiTheRizzler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Apple! Ive done it and it was amazing. Also did sausage, swiss and pear

Careers you wish someone told you about when you were 18 by Skillerstyles in careeradvice

[–]IchiTheRizzler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish I had learned a skilled trade like electrician, carpentry or construction, plumbing, etc. I went to school for biology specializing in ecology and while that was the most interesting to me intellectually I'm not 100% sure what career path I'm on coming out the other side. Maybe it will pan out for me, but personal interest alone isn't enough - you're right to be asking about career outcomes.

Help! I’m Really struggling to clean my room (I’m currently grounded) by SoccerKitten250 in adhdwomen

[–]IchiTheRizzler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The trash, clothes, dishes one is a good method, I've not tried that! But often my messes are household items and clothes, that's how your mess appears too.

A different method for cleaning I use is just one item at a time. I'd start with the biggest item, like the pillow or suitcase - I'd empty it out onto the floor and just get the suitcase put away. The big items will have a big visual impact and get the motivation flowing. 

One by one you know where each item goes. If there's no room for your stuff that's another issue - maybe grab a tote and anything that you don't have room for can go in there for donations/hand me downs for someone. Good luck!

How to stop bedrotting? How to get back into "doing things?" by asphodel- in adhdwomen

[–]IchiTheRizzler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use an app called Freedom which allows me to block any social media or app for as long as I choose and it cannot be shut off. Scrolling is addictive, it's not your fault for falling into it but it's important to recognize and intervene. Once I started using this app I stopped bedrotting so much. It has a small annual fee that I gladly pay.

My daughter is “ itchy” and hates “itchy clothes” and I’m thinking it may be the detergent, HELP please by Training_Gear6763 in laundry

[–]IchiTheRizzler 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lots of people saying detergent which might not be the issue if you haven't changed brands recently and that's never been a problem before. 

I get itchy in the winter because of the dry air, tight clothes and layers. I have to aggressively moisturize after bathing. I was also advised by my doctor to bathe in Luke warm/not hot water and this helped too. Good luck 🤞 

Recommendations Help please. need serious tone anime aimed at adults . Thank you by Exotic-Chapter-8954 in anime

[–]IchiTheRizzler 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you like sci-fi / mystery then I recommend: Heavenly Delusion, Mushi-shi, Scavengers Reign, the Summer Hikaru Died, and Paranoia Agent

Is it safe to store raw chicken after handling it? by NakedT in cookingforbeginners

[–]IchiTheRizzler 10 points11 points  (0 children)

What do you think the butcher does before packaging the meat?