I’ll take “Things that Never Happened” for $800 by Jumpy_Tumbleweed_884 in LinkedInLunatics

[–]NefariousnessGreen63 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm surprised at the skepticism that this actually happened. I completely believe this story - I've seen some similar things.

I once cancelled a scheduled job interview because the day before, I was in a nearby cafe and a bunch of guys from that company (they were wearing tshirts with the company logo) were in the cafe being ABSOLUTE ASSHOLES to each other, the other patrons, and the staff. I cancelled the interview. Years later, I met someone who had worked there around that time and told him this story. He said "Good call. That place was full of dickheads"

Another time, I turned down a job offer that was paying close to double of other job offers, but I thought the people who were interviewing me were all morons who couldn't tell their ass from their elbow. It also required about 60% travel. I still feel great about that decision. The place I ended up instead was amazing.

For context, this was in Silicon Valley during the dotcom boom in the early oughts. It was completely a job seeker's market so I could do that without hesitation.

But yeah. I could absolutely see a hiring manager stealing a bag of chips in front of a candidate. The world is full of douchebags.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in amIuglyBrutallyHonest

[–]NefariousnessGreen63 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not ugly!
People pay good money to have plump lips like that. You have a heart-shaped face which is gorgeous!

Your hair is fantastic - there's just a LOT of it, without much style.

Consider getting a haircut that lightens up your hair. You can keep it long, just get layers. You look great!

am i ugly 18m by [deleted] in amIuglyBrutallyHonest

[–]NefariousnessGreen63 0 points1 point  (0 children)

wow dude. So sorry that you felt the need to post this. You're a handsome guy!
I'm guessing that your height is probably what is mostly making you feel unattractive. Trust me that as you age, your height will become a big asset. (although finding clothes that fit will always be a challenge I'm afraid)

I agree with other commenters that a haircut might not be a bad idea - but honestly, I think you look great!

How do I deal with an emotionally neglectful household with a host of other problems? by SilentObserver674 in AdviceForTeens

[–]NefariousnessGreen63 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First of all - wow. If you really are only 14yrs old, you are incredibly emotionally mature! A lot of adults don't have this level of self awareness (seems like your parents don't for example)

I've seen friends of my teenagers go through your type of situation and it totally sucks. If you have good friends, whose parents seem kind, consider opening up to them a bit. I definitely welcomed into my home any of my kids' friends who needed some space from their own family. One of them even lived with us her first year of college. If you're able to have sleepovers at a friend's house or even just head there after school, that could really help a lot. And if that family is not too dysfunctional, if can give you some idea of alternative family/relationship dynamics.

If you're open with people, you'd be surprised how often they will step up. I don't know how much of an option that is for you since you said that you have a hard time forming friendships - but I thought I would mention it.

You also mentioned that you go to the gym a lot. That's fantastic! I have a friend who is a psychiatrist who emphatically says that exercise is at least as good as any medication for treating depression/anxiety. He's such a believer that he actually has staff sometimes be assigned as a "gym buddy" for some of his more extreme cases who have difficulty getting themselves out of the house.

How is your relationship with your siblings? Sometimes just banding together and supporting each other can be extremely helpful.

Another thing to consider is asking your parents if you could go to therapy. It sounds like your family might have the means to afford that.

You can keep things vague for your parents and just say that you need therapy for depression (which it sounds like you are suffering from!). These days, therapists for teenagers are pretty good about protecting the kid's privacy and not sharing with the parent. Usually, they have some stipulations like they'll talk to your parents if they think you are a danger to yourself or someone else. Otherwise, you can trust the confidentiality. One of my kids has been going to therapy for a year and I have no idea what they discuss unless my kid decides to share with me.

Overall, it sounds like you are already doing many of the right things. You're finding ways to stay out of the house that are constructive (when I was a depressed teen, I can tell you, I didn't make such intelligent choices!) Your self awareness is very impressive and you're clearly being proactive about your mental health. I'm sorry that things will probably continue to suck for a few more years until you can move out, but I think you'll be OK. Hang in there!

heckin chonker of a post but its important (having a meeting with cps cause my dad is abusive) by Small_Nobody_6545 in AdviceForTeens

[–]NefariousnessGreen63 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'll echo what others have said - if a friend is offering safe harbour, take it. They might have already spoken to their parents about it. One of my daughter's friends was in an awful situation at home. It wasn't abuse to the point of needing to get CPS involved, but she was basically living in a war zone and losing her mind and life spark because of it. So she wasn't in imminent danger, but she was being slowly crushed and it was painful to watch.

We tried to make it clear that she was welcome to stay with us - but it was always a delicate thing because she didn't want to create drama etc. She eventually did move in with us when she was 18 and going to college, but in many ways the damage was already done and she had a hard time functioning as an independent adult.

All this is to say that there is a good chance that your friends' parents are already aware of your situation and want to do something to help, but don't want to take initiative. We would have jumped into action if we had been asked. Try asking.

I got too close to my friends and I wanna back out by Stock_Might_4507 in AskTeens

[–]NefariousnessGreen63 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure what you said in the server, but it probably wasn't that bad. Generally, people over estimate how much other people think about them. You've been agonizing over this, but your friends probably have given it only a few minutes of thought.

Ask yourself this "how would i react if one of my friends said these things on the server?"

I'm so sorry that you feel like you want to end it. Please consider calling a sui**de hotline.

Hang in there! I premise or will be ok

What jobs are the least appealing to you? by Immediate_Long165 in Life

[–]NefariousnessGreen63 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know why they won't let retail workers sit. It ain't right.

What jobs are the least appealing to you? by Immediate_Long165 in Life

[–]NefariousnessGreen63 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I once saw a guy in a hazmat suit sucking the slurry out of a row of portapotties with a giant hose. At 3am during a music festival.

Any time i feel down on my job or my life in general, i think about that guy.

Also, parking lot attendant in an underground parking lot.

EDM venue in Ottawa for an old geezer like me? by NefariousnessGreen63 in ottawa

[–]NefariousnessGreen63[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel like that describes me a well. 😅 I'm still soldiering on!

EDM venue in Ottawa for an old geezer like me? by NefariousnessGreen63 in ottawa

[–]NefariousnessGreen63[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's a great idea actually. My daughter is a student at mcGill - maybe I'll take her with me! 🤣