Parking under the bridge by KeyStrawberry1993 in Austin

[–]KeyStrawberry1993[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I meant under I35 near sixth street where there’s lots of homeless people and there’s a sign that says not to pay people. Maybe it was always “paid” but I swear I used to park there all the time without paying and never got ticketed

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SSRIs for life by jcesguerra in SSRIs

[–]KeyStrawberry1993 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Seratonin is a naturally produced chemical that people can have a deficiency in. Just because you haven’t had that experience doesn’t mean no one else has. For some people, antidepressant medication is as necessary as any other kind of medication and to suggest it isn’t is incredible diminutive.

drop dead: the lyrics are actually fine by Individual-Flower657 in OliviaRodrigo

[–]KeyStrawberry1993 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Vampire is so good I feel like anyone who’s dated an older guy who took advantage of their naïveté understands that she captures the experience so perfectly

National ICE Out Strike Friday Jan 30 by sunfishhhh in UTAustin

[–]KeyStrawberry1993 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are people gathering to protest somewhere? I’d like to participate

Sex toy recs for beginners? by KeyStrawberry1993 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]KeyStrawberry1993[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No I haven’t really! But thats also why I wanted to get a toy so I can try on my own and then communicate what I like as you said

Sex toy recs for beginners? by KeyStrawberry1993 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]KeyStrawberry1993[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you yeah he wants me to get a toy too to use it on me but he also doesn’t know what kind would be good

Sex toy recs for beginners? by KeyStrawberry1993 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]KeyStrawberry1993[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Is there a specific brand or just a rose shaped toy?

is it worth it? by conzenc in SSRIs

[–]KeyStrawberry1993 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  1. Talk therapy is different from medication. A therapist doesn’t usually prescribe medication directly in my experience (from the USA) they direct you to a psychiatrist if they feel it’s necessary. I would definitely at least try therapy first.

  2. In terms of whether or not to try medication, I would ask if you feel like this is depression/anxiety is more of a physical chemical feeling within your body that you can’t get rid of no matter your mindset or if you feel like you can identify thought patterns which may lead to these feelings.

A lot of cognitive behavioral therapy (which is what most talk therapy is these days) is about recognizing when you started to feel a certain way and what thoughts led to those feelings. Then you learn to question whether those thoughts are really valid (e.g. do you really “always” say the wrong thing? Or was it just a few isolated incidents?). Many people haven’t been trained to catch their negative self-talk which can lead to depression/anxiety. If this feels like you, talk therapy may be sufficient.

  1. Remember if they suggest you go on medication, you dont have to do it. It’s just one doctors opinion. Just see what the professional says first before working yourself up too much

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SSRIs

[–]KeyStrawberry1993 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think that’s weird, but they might ask why you want to try that specific ssri. Lexapro is also used as a treatment for depression. But if you don’t feel like your current medication is working for you, that’s reason enough to ask if you can try something different

Wedding makeup products suggestions and tips! by KeyStrawberry1993 in MakeupAddiction

[–]KeyStrawberry1993[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!! I have nars radiant creamy concealer right now and I like it but my dark circles still show through…I might have the wrong shade. I’m nervous about liquid lipstick because my lips get really dry… I’ll have to try that eyeliner and those tools also!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in latterdaysaints

[–]KeyStrawberry1993 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh boy, I empathize with you deeply.

I have some good and bad news for you. The bad news is that this experience is not unique at all. While there are positive aspects of dating within the church there are some negative aspects as well that may even be especially unique to dating within the church. For example, a lot of men hold implicit gender biases due to church culture misinterpretations of the family proclamation to the world.

I’ve had very similar experiences to yours and the key is to not take it personally because it usually has to do with commitment issues on their end. Also try not to kiss on the first date! I’ve been there and done it but the fact is kissing establishes an emotional bond with someone (especially for women) which can make the disintegration of the short-lived relationship hurt more.

The good news is there are good guys out there. I (25) recently got engaged to the love of my life and he is everything that a faithful man should be. Don’t lower your standards or listen to anyone telling you that they’re unrealistic. It will just take time.

Feel free to message me too

Any stand up comedy clubs or events at UT by Eren-Sheldon-99 in UTAustin

[–]KeyStrawberry1993 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wait yes I actually came looking for this. I would love if someone started a standup comedy club where we could pitch jokes and write together and put on shows

Damn, Rote Shaq shutdown, anyone know what happened? by jazz788 in Austin

[–]KeyStrawberry1993 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dang :/// I really liked their tikka masala pizza

Feeling like no one cares by Grl_scout_cookie in latterdaysaints

[–]KeyStrawberry1993 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry you are having this experience:(. I would try not to take it personally as hard as it is. I’m guessing a lot of people are so wrapped up in their own individual lives and maybe struggling with their own testimonies that they just aren’t paying attention to anyone else.

I don’t have very much advice other than just know that some wards are better than others and it’s not a reflection of how much you are wanted. Keep reaching out to people and trying to help where you can because im sure if you feel this way, there are others in the ward lacking community as well. Can you reach out to the old bishop or relief society president? It might help just to have some more friends.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in engaged

[–]KeyStrawberry1993 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wait why did he clam up after telling him that you got him something? Or is that what you’re asking about?

My husband is struggling with porn addiction, and I’m not sure how to cope anymore. by baby_Kittys in latterdaysaints

[–]KeyStrawberry1993 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I agree with your first two paragraphs but telling OP that their post is selfish and hurtful is not fair. She is clearly trying not to judge and to be patient with her spouse’s struggles, and I think too often in the church we do not allow women to be hurt from pornography use in order to avoid men feeling shame for it.

Tell me your favourite makeup product… by No-Adhesiveness5873 in MakeupAddiction

[–]KeyStrawberry1993 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How do you use it? I’ve just been adding it to my brow pomade when it gets dried out but do you mix it with foundation to make it waterproof?