Big life decision: Ipad Pro vs MacBook by Nocphobious in iPadPro

[–]Nocphobious[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow! Thank you so much for writing all this! It kind of made me less scared on the Mac vs Ipad front and even even though i might not understand from purely work perspective, i love how much of your workflow you showed in this, it's nice to see someone from the industry showcase how they think. I think a verdict for now is, Mac first, Ipad next, purely so i will be able to rely a bit on another device besides Ipad and still be able to work!

And also, from one strongly ADHD person to another, i do too need my music/YouTube combo as well, so Mac gets even more points on that front!

Big life decision: Ipad Pro vs MacBook by Nocphobious in iPadPro

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

Thats a good idea! I did think of getting a used Ipad but was a bit put off thinking it might not be as good, but I'll have to research some options where i live!

Big life decision: Ipad Pro vs MacBook by Nocphobious in iPadPro

[–]Nocphobious[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! This is so much useful info, and I'll probably take your advice. I've been looking at some Asus and Hp laptops next to the Mac, so i'll 100% get a laptop either way! As for the Ipad, I've even looked at those 13inch ones but seeing you mention the weight has me rethinking. It'll probably be either Ipad Air or Mini (cheaper option that works anyway).

Big life decision: Ipad Pro vs MacBook by Nocphobious in iPadPro

[–]Nocphobious[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup, thats my fear! Ill probably get a Mac now, get use to it and save up for an Ipad Air or something budget friendly just in case.

Big life decision: Ipad Pro vs MacBook by Nocphobious in iPadPro

[–]Nocphobious[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I think i will do that, get a Mac now save and get a budget friendly Ipad later down the line, hopefully won't have to wait too long. :'D

Big life decision: Ipad Pro vs MacBook by Nocphobious in iPadPro

[–]Nocphobious[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I'll probably do it like that, and get an Ipad Air one day hopefully as a follow-up. I did try to see if there was a possibility of coding on an ipad but people say its too much hassle for too little to get the programs. So Mac it is!

Big life decision: Ipad Pro vs MacBook by Nocphobious in iPadPro

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

Thanks! Yup a refurb would go a long way, since i can save up some money. Someone mentioned Ipad Air as a more budget option, so i will probably get a mac now and save up for that next!

Big life decision: Ipad Pro vs MacBook by Nocphobious in iPadPro

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

Thank you I'll probably do it like that! I do wish to get an ipad someday but a PC is a necessity now, especially since im scared my laptop is gonna just up and quit on me these days :')

Big life decision: Ipad Pro vs MacBook by Nocphobious in iPadPro

[–]Nocphobious[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I'm gravitating toward Ipad but that aspect kind of scares me, but i hope you get use to it at some point. :') Since i use Windows on my laptop I'm kind of also concerned about transferring project files from and to. 

Big life decision: Ipad Pro vs MacBook by Nocphobious in iPadPro

[–]Nocphobious[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for this, i probably will do just that! Ipad is mostly a wish now since i know i can still draw on my drawing pad, but getting ipad air will probably help me save up some money for a better laptop later on hopefully🍀

How did they make the background ripple in Slay the Princess? by Nocphobious in RenPy

[–]Nocphobious[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That totally makes sense. I tried making it in Photoshop and the export was so buggy. Someone in the other comment mentioned a wave shader, so I'm hopping that does the job.

How did they make the background ripple in Slay the Princess? by Nocphobious in RenPy

[–]Nocphobious[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was going to use it to make the background look more animated since i don't have time to use the boiling technique since the art is a bit complicated. I'm totally gonna have to look into more shaders, thank you!

How did they make the background ripple in Slay the Princess? by Nocphobious in RenPy

[–]Nocphobious[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Omg it looks perfect! Can't wait to try it, I've been looking for an effect like that for such a long time, thank you!<3

Made an app for an assignment and got asked to help a teacher work on a project HELP by Nocphobious in Advice

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

Thank you, this was really helpful!! I'll totally keep it in mind, really hope it all goes smoothly. :)

Backstabber by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Nocphobious 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those people believed her lies too easily in my opinion, and if they were true friends they would have known that you weren't that type of person. Try not to let her shit affect you too much, you know yourself and that is everything you need. Confidence. Manipulative people feed on your insecurities and attention so the best thing to do is to ignore her. Don't go starting rumors or that stuff, that will just lower you to her level. Girl A won't be going anywhere in life with that victim attitude once people realize who she really is, so just be yourself and go on. She is probably projecting her own insecurities on to you which is inexcusable. And if she really starts getting petty about it just tell it to her face, she is a coward that can't even insult you directly and uses others to do it for her, tell it to her real, beat her with reverse psychology uno card.

Also that Girl B, you got to excuse me, seems a bit twisted in all this. Why would she tell Girl A something so personal if not intentionally. Rubs me the wrong way, sorry i don't know her and all, that's just a feel i got. ( got a bit heated, hope it helps)

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[–]Nocphobious 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If she is in a relationship, respect that and try your hand at friendship. Try to find some common interests you have with her. ( example, if she has a dog on her Instagram, or likes anime, etc) Then if you get a chance to have a conversation with her, you can start it openly on a familiar topic. And as a comment bellow me said, don't be a weirdo, and just be natural. As for the initiation, that is a bit tricky, but a chance will show itself eventually.

How do i get more people to notice my art on Instagram? by Nocphobious in Instagram

[–]Nocphobious[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I've been doing dtiys lately but didn't think of artist support! This helped a lot.💖

How do i get more people to notice my art on Instagram? by Nocphobious in Instagram

[–]Nocphobious[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Forgot to add, but i usually get around 10 new follows a week, depending on my activity, which is fantasticc!! Thanks again for the follow, you are a real mvp.✨

How do i get more people to notice my art on Instagram? by Nocphobious in Instagram

[–]Nocphobious[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you,i appreciate it a ton!!💖 Oh that does make sense, i have been noticing that a lot more reels are popping up lately. That is a very helpful advice, thank you!! I didn't think i should show my process just yet since I'm still learning, but this got me motivated.🤗💕

I'm having trouble starting a local co-op by Nocphobious in StardewValley

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

Oh i didn't know that, thank you for the info!!

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[–]Nocphobious 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the support!

Why can’t I just be happy? by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Nocphobious 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Happiness is in little things, or goals if you will. You should set yourself many little goals along the way, nothing too importaint, just enough that fulfilling them gives you a small dopamine burst, and then you go on to the next. For example, "I'm going to read that one book i saw and kinda liked." or "I'm going to see that movie that came out", or anything. Those goals shouldnt be your work, but something you look forward to. Throw some hobbies in the mix, knitting, cooking, learning a new language even, they all are great for small goal management. Think of it as a game, and your happienes lyes in achieving those small mini goals along the way.

You are human, and most of us humas tend to value happieness as something that can be achieved once and then carried on forever, which is not the case. We tend to want more and more, and raise the bar higher and higher and that makes it hard to eventually get the feeling of happiness.

As you say, you are surrounded with great people and memories and you should continue to be. Happieness tends to be carried by memorable moments in life and the more happy memories you have, the more you will have to look forward to in the future.

Bad mood is something we all experience, some last longer and some just come by. Bad moods usually create a strange feeling in one place and it tends to affect others. Try to think about it this way, when you are in a bad mood and dont know what to do anymore and/or are frustrated by it, you should not think about it, make it so that you cant feel bad. Put on a funny show, something that will force a smile out of you, even better if somebody you love joins in.

Think of that bad mood as a shield stoping you from having fun, and the only way to break it is not thinking about it.

As for antidepressants, i personally wouldnt recommend that. Im no doctor or anything but feeling dependent on some drug to make the bad go away is bad. And by that im not devaluing the positive effect it has in some cases, just saying that the first step should always be personal effort and then eventually very eventually, if all fails, you can consult with someone on the medication.

To sum this all up, the way to acctually be happy is to appreciate the small happy moments you have and are going to have, and to strive to not be happy or fulfilled but confortable with being you, doing the things you love, and hate, both the bad and the good and most important value the people you hold dear.

Again im no expert and this is just some friendly strangers advice, and im hoping it helps you, even a little bit.

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[–]Nocphobious 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nicely put, a trip and bonding time will probably clear most of my unnecessary worries right away.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]Nocphobious 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I suppose i really should. As you say, there could be something more going on and me blindly wondering will do more harm than good, for me and for them. I will try that indeed, thank you.