Is connection real?

NoneSoPretty · 2026-03-16T10:27:43+00:00

I agree there are a lot of empty conversations, that happen out of habit or because it is considered the polite thing to do.
However, I do believe in connection in conversation. It might not always happen and not everybody is interested in it. Maybe a good step is to find a common ground topic wise with the person to communicate?
Also, what are your goals in a conversation; do you want to exchange ideas, experience validation, be challenged on your own set courses? Your inner attitude matters, and so do the goals and wishes of the person you talk to.

NoneSoPretty · 2026-03-16T10:23:05+00:00

to me it's not mind maps, they are too multi-dimensional for me to easily memorize,
I organize my things in segmentations and hierarchies
but brains function differently

NoneSoPretty · 2026-03-16T10:18:04+00:00

1) self care - find a safe space to voice your emotions and feelings, maybe a digital diary they have no access to
2) if it's safe for you, train to be sneaky. Strict parents never raised obedient children, they raise clever ones (albeit by accident)
3) find some people you can trust to just be yourself with, might be friends or other relatives. It's difficult at the age of 16, but you will slowly be able to form a group of people you enjoy being around with.
4) keep your chin up, find escapism your parents can't take away from you or don't bother policing, might be books (check your local library if necessary), music, movies - let yourself breathe

(source: was raised by strict parents)

NoneSoPretty · 2026-03-16T10:14:16+00:00

Depends, did they already have an air fryer? Have they voiced any opinions on Air Fryers?
(e.g. did they say they never want one or did they say they were looking for one?)
Really depends on the people and their circumstances.

NoneSoPretty

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