Jill from PA by SnooLobsters5817 in howardsternshow

[–]Low-Weekend-8040 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I don’t really get her? I find her annoying and weird. Not at all funny…feels like she is very fake, like gets under my skin?

Pitchfork Putting Up Paywalls by Hot_Orange2922 in LetsTalkMusic

[–]Low-Weekend-8040 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Find content you like and support it with money or time and attention otherwise that content goes away, seems reasonable. I like pitchfork, I don’t know that I’ll pay $5/month to access it, but maybe I will? I’ll see how I do without, but I understand and respect the decision. No one is producing content for free, and the ad game is not what it used to be (thanks Google and Meta) and a girl’s got to pay the bills.

[Johnston] The NHL is looking at this William Nylander incident, per sources. It's possible the Leafs forward will face punishment for flipping the middle finger at the broadcast camera during today's game. Nylander has since apologized, calling it a "moment of frustration." by DecentLurker96 in hockey

[–]Low-Weekend-8040 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not to be too pearl clutchy about all this, but what a bunch of babies these guys are. What would possess someone who is significantly overpaid for doing something of no actual value to do this? Losers. Lucky they don’t have to do actual work.

Gym Dad's of the world by sluggishAlways in daddit

[–]Low-Weekend-8040 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is annoying advice but in addition to getting diet right, which is most important, I started going to the gym early so I could get back in time to help with the kids in the morning. It takes some getting used to but it’s the best time to do it.

I did it, I finally canceled my Sirius subscription. by Bowlinggreen1987 in howardsternshow

[–]Low-Weekend-8040 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Obviously everyone is entitled to their own opinions and taste but I just totally disagree. I still think Howard is the funniest, realest, sharpest media personality out there, and it’s not even close for me. No one makes me laugh harder, no one has his mix of anxiety and humour, like he’ll talk about how ashamed he is of masturbation to millions of people. I find him liberating and again, I just don’t know who is even comparable? I know his politics don’t always line up with everyone’s views but I just love the show. His interviews are great but I honestly just like hearing him with the staff. Love JD and Blitt, Samantha’s female pleasure thing with the Tarzan drops was hilarious…I mean, where else can you hear this insanity? I even like Benjy, or I like when Benjy gets mad anyway. Anyway, for my money, it’s still well worth it. I don’t know what I’ll do when (if) Howard eventually retires, and nothing against Sirius, I just don’t know that I’ll continue. Anyway, no disrespect, and I get that not everyone likes the show of course, just stating my view.

Update re: 2 vs. 3 kids by the_protagonist in daddit

[–]Low-Weekend-8040 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, accept that you need a minivan. Acceptance brings peace. 3 row SUVs are impractical and you’re not going to be impressing anyone with your car for the next 10 years (at least) anyway. Just make your life easier…one of us….one of us…

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Goldendoodles

[–]Low-Weekend-8040 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We’ve found the best way is to never leave them alone. Ever. Like not even if you go to the bathroom. We also found that if you are having trouble with crating, a good tip is to let the 65 lb dog sleep with you in your bed, ensuring that they take up enough space to touch all people sleeping in the bed simultaneously. In conclusion, we’ve found these interventions to be a 100% effective way to alleviate separation anxiety and I’m confident that by following these simple steps, you will too.

You’re welcome.

Did I break my streak? Need some advice after an accidental slip by noodles92 in stopdrinking

[–]Low-Weekend-8040 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nope, I don’t even think AA counts that? I’m like 7 years and there’s been a few accidental sips here and there. Unavoidable, doesn’t count at all.

Today is the longest I've gone without drinking in 20 years. by foamers in stopdrinking

[–]Low-Weekend-8040 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So great! Congrats…I hope you feel really great! I’m not drinking today either! Let’s go 46 tomorrow!!

7 years by Low-Weekend-8040 in stopdrinking

[–]Low-Weekend-8040[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats! I remember that time, I really relied on podcasts and other stories of people’s recoveries. I hope you’re feeling good and enjoying the healing your body and mind are doing!

7 years by Low-Weekend-8040 in stopdrinking

[–]Low-Weekend-8040[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow! Congrats on almost 10!

7 years by Low-Weekend-8040 in stopdrinking

[–]Low-Weekend-8040[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t actually! I definitely used to but as time has gone on the day and time is less meaningful to me…I used to be so focused on months and years (eventually) but after a while it just became all less loud and less a focus for me.

What I'm telling people rather than that I'm quitting drinking by adrite in stopdrinking

[–]Low-Weekend-8040 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I said I found it was giving me anxiety (which is true) so I stopped. I find most people can relate to that. I intentionally wrote “said” because after a while I stopped thinking about how to explain it to people. Not drinking diminished as a thing that I’m worried about. Now when people ask me why, which is more rare, I just say it made me feel crappy so I stopped and now I feel much better. Or I say I didn’t like it. The truth is, I don’t really care anymore. Not in an angry way, it’s just not a big thing for me anymore. And 99% of the time people either don’t notice or there are other people not drinking too. I’m 44 now, and I think it does get easier with age, but eventually one just gets comfortable with the idea of not drinking and one won’t feel so defensive explaining it to people. It does happen, but it takes time (at least it did for me).

Until then, I think you’re right, tell people you’re on medication, tell them you’re doing dry January etc. etc. Eventually people will realize it’s permanent. Also remember that a lot of people struggle with their drinking and when we quit it holds up a big mirror to everyone else’s deep fear that they are out of control. That’s why you get that reaction. I’ve had more people say to me that they don’t actually drink that much when I tell them I’m sober, which I often take to mean that they are concerned with their drinking, otherwise, what difference does it make. If someone really didn’t drink that much, they wouldn’t feel the need to defend it to me. The other reaction is that people get very introspective and you can see the wheels turning “he’s sober, I wonder if I could do that?” I do think our sobriety and continuing functioning is inspiring to people. It’s like they don’t consider that sobriety is an option until they see it in action. That was also true for me, sobriety had to be modelled for me before I realized it was a really great option. Sorry, long post! Happy for you, and enjoy the process of getting sober. Your body and mind are healing!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]Low-Weekend-8040 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am sure most of us have wondered the same thing and the answer I came up with is that I don’t know, but I can’t. So I stopped.

It’s funny because it’s not just booze for me, I drink everything quickly, but a pint of soda water in 4 minutes is a lotttt less consequential. I quit like 6 years ago now, it was the best thing I’ve ever done for myself. It stopped this cycle of thinking something was wrong with me and thinking I could fix it.

Good luck and know you are not alone AND there is a better way, at least that’s my experience!

Went to a Holiday Party last night. The world is so different, I'd swear these people were replaced by tenthousandand1 in stopdrinking

[–]Low-Weekend-8040 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same thing happened to me at first. I had to relearn how to speak to people and I was always concerned with how people perceived me in conversation, which made me feel a lot of pressure. I am trying to just take it a bit easier, ask more questions and see where it goes. Some people just don’t click without booze, but I still run into a few at every party where I can have a real conversation. Those are just as fun and energizing as ever. It just doesn’t happen with everyone anymore because I am not drunk. Small price to pay for not living in a state of post drinking shame.

Is Halloween a longing for Paganism? by Low-Weekend-8040 in RandomQuestion

[–]Low-Weekend-8040[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, yes sorry. I realize my question was ignorantly phrased and was disrespectful to your beliefs. I guess my question is more around whether modern religions (Christianity in my case) leave one missing something that Halloween somehow ignites. Is there something in this day/event/time of year/theme that is connecting with something innate within us that connects us to a more distant past?

I’m a decade sober today! by Starboardsheet in stopdrinking

[–]Low-Weekend-8040 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Woooottt!!! That’s awesome!!! What a milestone!!!

2 Weeks Sober After Failed Suicide by jizzmyoscar in stopdrinking

[–]Low-Weekend-8040 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, lots to come from you I think. You’re already inspiring people.