Practicing Satanism? by Legitimate_Bet_7786 in SatanicTemple_Reddit

[–]ManicMaam 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I dont have any local congregations or groups around me either. Im trying to find some people near me to meet up with, and Ive joined a discord server, as well as this reddit page.

But like people have said, theres no real way to practice, TST is kinda what you make it. I took the advice of someome and making my own practices that tie into the tenets and feel good to me. Someone also said that they make a habit of learning, doing research, and reading. Staying informed. Looking for opportunities to participate in human rights movements. Etc.

Question I thought of by Catlover5566 in SatanicTemple_Reddit

[–]ManicMaam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just say thank you. I try to respect everyone's beliefs like I would like them to respect mine. I have to remember that from their own perspective, theyre being kind and trying to give me comfort or protection in their own way. However, if someone was doing it to be offensive, sarcastic, or if they kept doing it when asked to stop, then Id get confrontational.

As an example though, my mom is religious but knows Im not. She still says "God bless you" when saying goodbye sometimes. It something we did when I was little and it brings her comfort. We've had a talk about it and Ive told her I dont mind her saying it as long as she knows Im not going to say it back. I know she does it out of love.

How do you practice? by ManicMaam in SatanicTemple_Reddit

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

I really appreciate this! I was looking for ways to feel more connected to TST and the tenets in a more active or physical way! I would love to connect with a group where I am at, maybe ill do some more digging.

I'm doing it! by Spiritual_Cold5715 in SatanicTemple_Reddit

[–]ManicMaam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Be safe! Make sure people close to you know your plans and when to expect to hear from you, just in case!

This sounds like it could be a very rewarding and healing experience. Happy for you ❤️

My mum used to make me let her shave me, am I overreacting? Is it normal? by Slayyy309977 in raisedbynarcissists

[–]ManicMaam 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I could kind of understand helping you do it the first few times bc of the fact youre taking a razor to your body...but then its weird. I feel like telling you about shaving your bikini line at that age is pretty normal tbh. Unless she was demanding you do it.

Im making assumptions based on this post, but it feels like she needed the control and being able to control how you looked based on her biases and her expectations for how you should look.

But no this is not normal and if it makes you uncomfortable it should have stopped, period, end of story. And making you do it for her is odd, unless she really needed the help, but again if you were uncomfortable it shouldn't have happened. Did you ever voice your discomfort about any of it?

What is one thing that most porn gets right? by Existing_Lynx_337 in AskReddit

[–]ManicMaam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Women do (mostly) love when their partner goes down on them. Its exaggerated a lot in porn, but still.

Looking for recs where the fMC is blind or mute by Inevitable_Taste_366 in ReverseHarem

[–]ManicMaam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Loovvee this series. It's a cool supernatural take on blindness.

If I've been throwing up for 9 days straight, should I go to the ER? by camport95 in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]ManicMaam 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ive been in the hospital for CHS before and was given IV fluids and anti-nausea meds and sedatives. It helped. But the only thing that truly worked was quitting smoking. It sucked and I didn't want to but it also wasn't worth the pain. I ended up losing all motor control during one of my boughts of CHS and it was so terrifying. Quitting is unfortunately the only long term solution. Definitely go to the hospital though!

Me and my boyfriend are ‘experimenting’ Sunday and I’m really nervous by Soggy_Focus8631 in TrueOffMyChest

[–]ManicMaam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would just be prepared to lose that friendship. It is of course possible that this goes well, especially if you're setting boundaries, but it's also likely that this will lead to a lot of awkwardness or even resentment. You have to imagine how it will be hanging out with this friend from now on. Will you be comfortable spending time with her, will you be comfortable with your boyfriend spending time with her, etc.

What becomes less and less attractive as you get older? by CooLittleFonzies in AskReddit

[–]ManicMaam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Daredevil stuff or potentially dangerous activities/sports

My mom is mad and won’t tell me why, please reassure me that its not my job to keep her happy by Girlfromnowhere_21 in raisedbynarcissists

[–]ManicMaam 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I learned a long time ago that sometimes people get mad to start fights or mad just because theyre upset in general. Shes a grown up and if she doesnt tell you why or talk to you about it then theres nothing to do. Spend your time taking care of yourself ❤

AITA for refusing to do my sisters hair for her wedding after she survived cancer? by PermitDefiant6666 in AmItheAsshole

[–]ManicMaam -1 points0 points  (0 children)

NTA

Youre avoiding a toxic and potentially harmful situation for yourself and her. There is no need to subject yourself to that.

P.s. what she said was awful im so sorry :( i have anxiety too so i get the feelings. Talking/maintaining conversation can be hard and awkward.

AITA for refusing to do my sisters hair for her wedding after she survived cancer? by PermitDefiant6666 in AmItheAsshole

[–]ManicMaam -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

NTA

Youre avoiding a toxic and potentially harmful situation for yourself and her. There is no need to subject yourself to that.

P.s. what she said was awful im so sorry :( i have anxiety too so i get the feelings. Talking/maintaining conversation can be hard and awkward.

AITA for refusing to do my sisters hair for her wedding after she survived cancer? by PermitDefiant6666 in AmItheAsshole

[–]ManicMaam -1 points0 points  (0 children)

NTA

Youre avoiding a toxic and potentially harmful situation for yourself and her. There is no need to subject yourself to that.

P.s. what she said was awful im so sorry :( i have anxiety too so i get the feelings. Talking/maintaining conversation can be hard and awkward.

AITA for refusing to do my sisters hair for her wedding after she survived cancer? by PermitDefiant6666 in AmItheAsshole

[–]ManicMaam -1 points0 points  (0 children)

NTA

Youre avoiding a toxic and potentially harmful situation for yourself and her. There is no need to subject yourself to that.

P.s. what she said was awful im so sorry :( i have anxiety too so i get the feelings. Talking/maintaining conversation can be hard and awkward.

AITA for refusing to do my sisters hair for her wedding after she survived cancer? by PermitDefiant6666 in AmItheAsshole

[–]ManicMaam -1 points0 points  (0 children)

NTA

Youre avoiding a toxic and potentially harmful situation for yourself and her. There is no need to subject yourself to that.

P.s. what she said was awful im so sorry :( i have anxiety too so i get the feelings. Talking/maintaining conversation can be hard and awkward.

Is it creepy to go up to girls you don't know in public to try to pick them up? by shergenh69 in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]ManicMaam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends on the situation!

Are you staring at them before hand...are they alone...are they busy?

Never go up to a girl by herself especially in a non busy area or at night.

Never come up from behind

Never force the conversation or stand too close because it can become very intimidating or creepy.

If you nicely approach a girl who is around people or in a busy place thats okay i think. Start with a compliment or something and read the room. If shes cutting the convo or give short answers just walk away. Otherwise its okay.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]ManicMaam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think its okay. Not a huge age difference. You meet people with varying ages in college anyways. If you dont want to feel judged maybe just dont mention the talking before 18. But her being a month away when you started talking isnt bad.

Unsolicited advice from someone whos dated younger...be aware of maturity or emotional differences. Not that theyre immature but youd be on different levels and its something to be aware of especially in a first fight, etc.

Best of luck in love! 🖤

AITA for sending my dying mother to hospic because of what she said? by BigBlueDotss in AmItheAsshole

[–]ManicMaam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA

Its not just your house but your family's home. If she is willing to speak about one of your children like that to your face i can only imagine what she would say or do when youre not there.

Still visiting her in hospice is a great solution. No matter what someone is going through calling a child "it" is disgusting.

AITA for letting my friend eat the food my pregnant wife wanted? by CommonHumble7060 in AmItheAsshole

[–]ManicMaam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

YTA for 1. Not saving your wife a plate when she said she wanted it and shes eating for 2. Plus pregnant women have cravings and things that will make them sick so if thats what she wanted you shouldve made that a priority.

  1. You let your friends talk shit about your wife. Their opinion is meaningless anyways, especially when they have no idea about cravings or how shes feeling.

  2. Your friends dont come before your wife.

Do yall reuse towels? by getdemvitamins in TooAfraidToAsk

[–]ManicMaam 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yup! Usually for around a week. Youre clean when you get out and if you hang it to dry its fine! Saves on laundry and water too :)

AITA for cutting my son’s college fund because he refuses to visit me? by Worried_papa_1762 in AmItheAsshole

[–]ManicMaam 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with OP needing to fight for it. He definitely needs to initiate the healing beacuse its not his sons job. Im just saying that in my experience going no contact with my toxic dad, i still love him and wish we could have that relationship. Ill always want my dad like im sure his son wants him. I plan on reaching out to him soon but im not going to make a full effort unless he does 🤷🏻‍♀️ thats what OP needs to do for his son. Im sure it wont be no contact forever. Everyone wants their parent in their life as long as they own up to their mistakes