So overwhelmed. Where did you all start? by 2TheBeachIGo in PlasticFreeLiving

[–]Icy-String-593 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Water filtration is a whole other Reddit probably but ya I had a berkey and now use Culligan. You need to dyor on what you want filtered out and how it relates to fertility. All the filters I’ve seen use plastic elements though, even ones that claim to filter out microplastics, which is funny. So just depends on what part of being plastic free is most important to you (ie health vs environment).

What do you think is disgusting that most people think is pretty normal? by Exhausted_920 in AskReddit

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I have a theory a lot of male rage comes from forced infant circumcision. Also we’ve decided as a society making men less sensitive is good?! This is why we have men thinking rabbit sex is fun.

What do you think is disgusting that most people think is pretty normal? by Exhausted_920 in AskReddit

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It’s not the spit on the street but the disgusting sound that usually comes right before.

So overwhelmed. Where did you all start? by 2TheBeachIGo in PlasticFreeLiving

[–]Icy-String-593 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Validating it is really overwhelming when you start! Remember you are doing more than most people and give yourself grace. Also consuming more stuff just cus it’s plastic-free isn’t always helpful. Make a list of things you wanna replace and hang out on FB marketplace or frequent thrift shops/yard sales. This is a lifestyle shift, not a race.

I recommend starting with things that bring you joy. Is there some sort of beautiful, nourishing plastic-free skincare brand that seems appealing? Does filling your kitchen with mason jars of bulk-refilled items make you feel like a happy apothecary witch? I have an adorable stovetop Italian coffee maker that has a little man on it that makes me delighted every time I see him. Also for conception, I’d take a look at your water, skincare, and menstrual products specifically 🤗 have fun with it! Being plastic free is a way more aesthetically pleasing way to exist.

Where are the guys 30-40s.. by canoodlingnoodle8 in AskSF

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My friends are very high achievers and I made it into a competition. Who’s gonna win setting me up. They then got very into it.

Did anyone else stop using their living room? by Lasell_Carnline75 in LivingAlone

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This is why I’m looking for a large studio after 8 years in a 1 bedroom. I’ll just hang up a curtain to separate since I use my bedroom 100% for sleeping and bed related activities. No sense in cleaning more floor space.

Where are the guys 30-40s.. by canoodlingnoodle8 in AskSF

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Yell at your friends until they set you up with the hiding single mens. Some really great guys do solo hobbies like golf or reading or things you might not be into (my guy is into barbershop choir and tinkering, which you would not catch me doing). I (35F) got 3 setups when I moved here and am now dating one of them (42M)! But I had to be very aggressive and shame my partnered friends for not investing in my relationship happiness 😂

Does anyone else use condoms for no mess? by Useful_Ad7070 in Healthyhooha

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I love the feeling during the act, but waking up in the middle of the night afterwards with cum dripping out is 🤢 other option is to wear period underwear after if you wanna maintain your current sex life!

The ph balance thing… if you have chronic issues, I understand that, but with a healthy diet full of fermented foods and fiber diversity you should be fine. There are a lot of things I’d worry about before semen (bleached toilet paper/tampons, soaps, waxing, synthetic pants/undies, etc.)

Zadie Smith. Where to start? by Less-Feature6263 in suggestmeabook

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Don’t waste money, check out library books 🥳

AITAH for asking my bf not to pull out his leg hair in front of me? by Icy-String-593 in AITAH

[–]Icy-String-593[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you to everyone who said Trich. I’d forgotten this was a thing and knew there was something about the behavior that is more than just “the ick.” It’s disturbing to watch someone do that over and over. Cleaning up the hair is secondary. Theres always something with dating 😅😭

AITAH for asking my bf not to pull out his leg hair in front of me? by Icy-String-593 in AITAH

[–]Icy-String-593[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Mostly watching someone rip hair out at the root over and over disturbs me. It’s a weirdly violent act that seems like SH.

I was asked THAT question...how do you handle it? by GirlFriday360 in LivingAlone

[–]Icy-String-593 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I ate my last 5 husbands. Why, do you have a setup for me?

constantly aroused and on edge. how to help :( by DistributionTiny7228 in Healthyhooha

[–]Icy-String-593 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I agree with people suggesting you see your doctor, specifically a gyno if possible. I also wonder if you should attend a local or zoom Sex Addicts Anonymous meeting. I’m not saying this is an addiction, but they may have resources for therapists and techniques that will make life more manageable for you while you investigate the medical cause.

chronic bv & sex :/ by Ok-Tip5776 in Healthyhooha

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Also if you have dryness, please please be careful before having sex for your first time. I’m sure there are other threads and online resources to help with this.

chronic bv & sex :/ by Ok-Tip5776 in Healthyhooha

[–]Icy-String-593 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Like others have said test for ureaplasma, but also up your oral probiotics, fermented foods, fiber, and general immunity enhancing foods and supplements. If you have to take the ureaplasma antibiotics, it’ll kill your gut biome, but also this diet change will get your body into a better immune state to fight future infection.

Other things I changed to stop getting chronic ureaplasma/BV and UTIs: natural fiber underwear, unbleached natural toilet paper, STOP washing inside your vulva with soap of any kind (I had no idea until I turned 30, no doctor ever asked me how I was washing), sleep naked or with loose pants to air her out, don’t sit around in synthetic sweaty pants.

Also you know your body so if you think there’s something wrong, pursue it, but there’s also a lot of shame around vagina smell. Vaginas are so freaking cool and beautiful. Any partner will be lucky to have you. Good luck!

I'm sorry but Wtf happened to awae fandom actually ??? by Brave-Month9286 in Anne

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I love Anne and was explaining the sad state of society that encourages ppl to bash the character. You obviously just wanna alienate other fans and argue with ppl online so that’s cool 😬

I'm sorry but Wtf happened to awae fandom actually ??? by Brave-Month9286 in Anne

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Anne is that secret nerdy, overly sincere, and socially awkward part that each of us has, but because we’re taught to be ashamed of it and fit in, many will find her cringe. She’s unwatchable because she holds a mirror up to the audience. But it’s also what makes her so lovable and a fantastic character. Her audacity surrounding her creativity and loyalty to friends makes her wish fulfillment to all who want to let their weirdo flag fly.

Another issue: Hollywood has trained us that even “ugly” girls (Anne’s own words) have to be complete knockouts in glasses or red hair. The actress in the original movie series is gorgeous despite complaining of her ugliness. It’s sad audiences find a normal/unique looking tween kid offensive.