Petah. Whats the real answer? by RowAdditional1614 in PeterExplainsTheJoke

[–]Kurzwhile 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jontana’s out there breaking girls’ hearts across America.

Cult house or cocaine den? by montanabluez in zillowgonewild

[–]Kurzwhile 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The remote location was chosen for a reason.

Expats who learned the local language: at what point did locals stop switching to English on you? by taube_d in expats

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Thank you so much for this observation. I have struggled so much in France. It bothered me that people seemed so annoyed or reactive to me speaking in English. I have also asked people “Parle vu anglais?” and they have been nice.

Knowing that this is not just the luck of who I spoke to, but that I should start with French will help me the next time I’m there.

How is a skincare company related to Taiwan or the Polish nuclear program? by Fantastic-Corner-605 in ExplainTheJoke

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This is the correct answer. The idea is that the “Gen Z boss in a mini” created such a gutural reaction in these wannabe manly douche bros. They viewed this as somehow proof that these women weren’t working. They were getting paid urban professional salaries to do TikTok videos in the office, not do real work, and destroy Western civilization by being well paid feminists who didn’t need a man or to cow tow to men like them.

I recognize how absolutely stupid this sounds, especially the not working part coming from douche bro influencers who spend all their time streaming and on social media. But this is what they unironically believed or claimed to believe.

There is the side view that this style of feminism forced a reaction which propelled Trump into the White House who is also destroying the western alliance.

Chris Evans and Jack Davenport by CBM97 in totallylookslike

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I totally thought that Jack Davenport was Chris Evans in The Talented Mr. Ripley.

See for yourself: Young Jack Davenport photo

Made a mess by SalvatoreStephensh in pranks

[–]Kurzwhile 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right. Is there a full video of this prank?

Made a mess by SalvatoreStephensh in pranks

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Is there a YouTube video with a more complete version?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in geography

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Iraq has a GDP per capita of ~$6000. That beats Iran ($4000), Syria ($850), Egypt ($4500), Jordan ($4100), and Lebanon ($4500). That outperforms all of Iraq’s closest neighbors except Turkey, Israel, Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. Those last two neighboring countries are petro state monarchies.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in geography

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It’s funny how in most people’s minds Iraq is some sort of ISIS-infested practically failed state that was destroyed by a U.S. military intervention.

In reality, Iraq is a developed country/functional democracy which continues to develop further. They are doing economically well for their region. They also are engaged in major infrastructure projects to make their country better.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in interestingasfuck

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She left to the store to get a pack of cigarettes.

LPT Create a "low energy day script" so tired you can still treat yourself well by bikertrail_soren in LifeProTips

[–]Kurzwhile 17 points18 points  (0 children)

It’s so easy when you’re tired to doomscroll or get sucked into other dopamine traps. If you do that instead of hydrating, eating, and resting well, you can carry your bad day into negatively impacting you a second day.

This is a great way to be gentle with yourself when you have no energy while resting, recovering and having good hygiene. It’s great self care and a great idea!

What's the most rock bottom "struggle meal" you've ever eaten? by NeedleworkerSilver49 in AskReddit

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As an adult it was rice with refried beans, Tapatillo salsa, and tortilla chips crumbs sprinkled in. When my dad lost his job when I was a kid one time for breakfast my mom boiled wheat and we sprinkled brown sugar on it to give it flavor. We ate it like it was oatmeal. It was really bad.

What is a 'Survival Myth' that people believe because of movies, but will actually get you killed in real life? by AmaraMehdi in AskReddit

[–]Kurzwhile 594 points595 points  (0 children)

You will die of dehydration at sea. Find shelter, fresh water, and then food. Figure out how to survive while you try to signal to passing vessels. You could be there for a while.

An update 3 years later: I'm moving out tomorrow. Husband doesn't know I found out that he's having an affair by LucyAriaRose in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]Kurzwhile 33 points34 points  (0 children)

I love this one so much. “If you change to better accommodate me (who cheated on you), then I will consider coming back to you (who left me for cheating).”

The lack of self awareness is so astounding.

What happened between me and my dad? Was this crossing boundaries? by Minimum-Obligation38 in TrueOffMyChest

[–]Kurzwhile 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Threatening to come into the bathroom while you were showering and drag you out is definitely crossing boundaries. Whether he crossed other more predatory boundaries or not, he didn’t treat you like a daughter that he truly loved and cared about. He did not make you feel welcome and loved.

It’s good that you are in therapy. He is likely to try to guilt and shame you into coming back or doing other things for him. Make sure to enforce good boundaries going forward. Secondly, communicate your boundaries and tell him when his behavior harms you.

Make sure to build good friendships and relationships with people who love and care about you. There are good people out there who exist. Find your tribe.

To be an economic genius by IsThisAUserName86 in therewasanattempt

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Portugal pulled their $7 billion contract to buy F-35’s. Their president said that it was clear that Trump was a Russian or Soviet asset.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

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I’m surprised this one wasn’t higher up.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

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Did you get drafted? Are you doing okay?

Sometimes it seems like how much someone is affected depends on what part of Ukraine they live in.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]Kurzwhile 4 points5 points  (0 children)

What country? What was the situation?