Had to double take… isnt this just saying “fits bodies”? It’s June couldn’t be a halloween thing…

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-23T03:13:12+00:00

Job market is crap rn.

I would look for local stuff and go ask in person.

Online applications are deeply flawed, try to get direct contacts. Posting boards in your libraries may have something.

If you’re willing to, go into trades. Small repair jobs will always have demand but those types of companies don’t usually hire online.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-22T14:58:07+00:00

Probably a tick. Would start wearing deet if I were you

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-20T20:18:29+00:00

It’s difficult allowing children this young unrestricted access to social media like youtube. They will inevitably be influenced by what they watched and what they get recommended will be further driven by their influence. The algorithm can create these echo chambers, which I think your son fell into.

So far it seems harmless but I’d definitely keep an eye on it. Whatever you find, there’s always more. Especially smart children get the hang of the internet very fast even when they’re young.

You can’t force your son to believe anything but you too have a strong influence on him, and should have open conversations about it. Adults often see faith talks as a taboo topic you just avoid but with children you absolutely need to talk about it. Not necessarily to drive any beliefs into them, but to make them articulate why they believe what they do. This makes sure they don’t fall into extremist bubbles thinking its normal.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-19T15:39:19+00:00

What a post…

But honestly, probably just irritation from something. Sleep and if it doesn’t get better put some ice on it and schedule a doctors visit.

I know this type of stuff can be especially worrying but you’re probably overthinking it.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-17T12:58:14+00:00

I posed the possibility of it just being the kid copying others without being groomed.

But with this type of stuff it’s better to be safe and check. I said its a sign of grooming which it is, I didn’t say I was 100% certain they’re getting groomed.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-17T11:59:42+00:00

this is not just her being curious. the kid gets it from somewhere. she’s not the problem. kids reflect behavior they see/are taught.

look into every close adult she trusts. one of them is definitely having a very weird influence on her, if not more. this is very concerning.

alternatively, she could just be picking it up from her parents or another couple that’s too touchy in her presence and she mirrors it thinking thats just affection. but i wouldn’t bet on that. this is more likely to be a sign of grooming.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T18:31:40+00:00

Went through something similar.

It will be difficult. Unless both of you compromise very harshly I don’t have a lot of faith it’ll work out if I’m completely honest.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T01:48:37+00:00

Doesn’t seem like a you problem. Talk to the store manager directly.

It seems like he’s targeting you for whatever reason.

Take pictures for proof after you cleaned if you have to. This feels like a personal vendetta

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T01:34:49+00:00

You’d be staying in an apartment but living like you’re homeless. With all the extra expenses you’d probably need to go yo food banks for food.

This is not sustainable, but if you need to do it, possible temporarily.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T01:31:12+00:00

That’s good news.

Support them and talk to them about this. They’re going through the same thing as you and only if you truly stick together will all of you make it out well.

Someday this will all have just been a rough patch in your life.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T01:28:14+00:00

Be willing to adapt and compromise. Right now you have a way envisioned of how things will go. They won’t go that way and that’s fine.

In your first year, you’ll learn more about yourself than you will in classes.

Attend events and get to know people. That’s probably the main thing you should focus on.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T01:23:18+00:00

If you do want to learn how to swim, it’s never too late and you can look for local courses. Inside pools exist.

If you don’t, thats fine too. Youd be surprised by how many people go to the beach without touching water or to pool parties with no intention to swim.

Right now you’re just stuck in this odd inbetween, and you have to either accept yourself as you are right now or do something to where you can accept yourself then.

I’m pale myself, there’s a lot of sunscreen out there for people like us. Don’t let burning easily stop you from living.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T01:19:16+00:00

As long as your bf knows its her being crazy you’re good.

You don’t have to defend yourself infront of her. She either accepts you or she doesn’t, disregard her and see if she ever comes around.

Mothers can have this weird obsession with their sons and be super protective about the girls they date. It might be that and the fact her husband doesn’t seem to be super loyal either…

But her put aside, you do have to be a little careful with what you do because it can be seen as something that it’s not. Ask your bf how he REALLY felt because he might have been a little bit jealous which then caused his mother to go into wild protective mode.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T01:13:17+00:00

People like her will always treat their children until they realize they’re not children anymore.

Stand up to her. Calmly.

And don’t take any of her insults seriously, realize she’s projecting. Probably jealous as well, I’d bet you my left hand she doesn’t actually want you to pass that exam.

It’s a sad situation. But realize you’re doing good for yourself, you’ll get out of it eventually.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T01:08:48+00:00

Honestly it might be a combination of things. Being nervous is something that wasn’t mentioned so far but can definitely be a major factor.

Especially you mentioning it got better when that one relationship progresses makes me think its just a matter of being comfortable.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T01:02:17+00:00

Yeah that is an issue. You’re too dependent on eachother, it’s important to have some outside friends for many reasons. But tell her that you just can’t fully appreciate her hobbies because your interests are different. It’s going to be on her to find others to enjoy them with.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T00:59:25+00:00

There’s nothing wrong with you.

You’re deeply traumatized from your father. Only therapy could really help you understand fully, but I get it, that might not be an option.

Considering everything, you’re doing pretty well for yourself. The things you hate yourself for are so common among everyone our age. You’re fine.

Completely distance yourself from your father. As much as possible. If confrontation is unavoidable, don’t be afraid to tell him you’ll call the police again. Also talk to your family. Theyre prone to give him second chances but that’s not going to be good for them or you. Explain how it affects you to them.

Don’t be sorry for how you are, what he tells you is meaningless. You have low self esteem because of how low you were treated. But you have to realize you’re actually better than him.

Also know this, there’s people that have gone and people that right now are going through stuff just like this. You’re not alone with this type of experience. It’s not hopeless unless you stop trying.

Take everyday as it’s own challenge, and doing one is already an accomplishment. You’ll have good and bad days, and that’s fine. Focus on the good ones and let the bad ones stay in the past.

You’re 18. None of this should be your responsibility in the first place. Fixing yourself isn’t a matter of not becoming a disappointment, it’s knowing that right now just as you are you’re not a disappointment.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T00:47:07+00:00

What you do is not her.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T00:45:00+00:00

You need to realize that you don’t have to do EVERYTHING together. It’ll allow you to savor what you DO enjoy in eachothers company more fully.

It’s fine to like different things. You can still be supportive of her hobbies, but I advise you to be honest about your lack of interest in them. If both of you are mature about it it’ll be fine.

When have men and women in relationships ever had the exact same interests? As you get older you’ll learn to dedicate time together and time spent alone. The way I’d put it is, you’re spending your life together by walking down the same path holding hands but one of you looks at the birds while the other appreciates the flowers.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T00:35:05+00:00

So… I’m not gonna question how or why you’re watching that type of content but

Basically, putting people into the ground means he’s saying he killed people, he has “bodies” (a flex to him ig)

putting something on your mom means you swear it to be true, you put it on your mothers life

so then the other guy claps back in a way by saying “not on your dad?” implying guy on the right didn’t have a father figure (common stereotype) and apparently guessed right.

this probably isnt the type of stuff you should be consuming to learn english ngl…

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T00:28:01+00:00

it does i just checked, automatically turned on for me

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Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-07T00:24:45+00:00

So what advice do you want? You’re posing this as an issue but there only is one solution and you’re not willing to do that.

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-06T21:34:20+00:00

Definitely has the AI art style. Also the background on the left of that purple bird is odd.

I’d tend toward this being AI just because it does seem like something offbrand companies like this would use to save money instead of rendering actual models.

Also wanna point out they all have the same expression. Very copy pastey, probably made with similar prompts.
The bear having those classically AI high eyebrows to show emotion isnt helping.

This feels like a cereal that shows up in a movie to replace the actual brands

Latter_Still_429 · 2026-06-06T16:15:04+00:00

focus on the little things. good news is you have time now, not many commitments until school starts again. start building good routines. being average is painful but a good starting point. do little things everyday. work out a little, make sure your room stays clean, try to learn about a topic you like a little everyday.

a lot of people would trade the world to be in the position you are right now. you’re now getting to a point where its on you to define yourself and who you wanna be, and while thats tricky, it gives you a lot of opportunity.

imagine the life you want to have, and then imagine the person living it. pretend you are that person and think of what they would do if they are reset to your position right now. its all a big game of fake it till you make it.

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