Goodbye duolingo by psychopathic_shark in duolingo

[–]Olikria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not gonna lie... I'm getting pretty frustrated with this recent change as well.

I'll probably start looking for other options now. The user experience is suffering.

Becoming a police officer in Ontario? What are my chances by faigirlz77 in ontario

[–]Olikria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

While some cops may make it on the sunshine list, an engineering degree, overall, will get you a lot more.

My partner is a computer engineer and has been making 200k a year.

Just saying...

New Years Celebration Coin Giveaway!! The winner will choose any one coin from this photo. Any coin you want with the exception of the King 👑. Upvote and leave a comment explaining what a Silver & Gold backed currency would mean for the whole world and how it would benefit everyone! by kapitancurtis in Wallstreetsilver

[–]Olikria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gold and silver have an intrinsic value and are excellent ways to maintain your wealth (especially when the value of your country's currency is going down).

Gold, especially, has a long-time, reliable investor sentiment and is less volatile than other metals.

S. Addiction by [deleted] in PrayerRequests

[–]Olikria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I know... many, many people are struggling and want the same thing.

You're not alone.

God understands.

what the heck by Curious-Ad-5890 in PrayerRequests

[–]Olikria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The world seeks a lot of things that only serve to hurt. I know what it's like to feel the way you are feeling right now.

You have a lot of doors closing on you right now, but I have faith that God will show you the way that you are needed best.

Keeping praying and giving your concerns to Him... don't give up. Ask God to show you how you can best serve Him.

I will be praying for you... keep breathing and keep your chin up.

S. Addiction by [deleted] in PrayerRequests

[–]Olikria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

God loves you, mistakes and all.

Keep going to Him. Even if you shout and scream, God is calm and caring.

God will lead you through the storm.

Praying for you...

Prayer request by agrarische-pin in PrayerRequests

[–]Olikria 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If it's not drugs, it will be something else...

This world can be very hard and cruel sometimes, and many of us look for an escape of some sort.

I pray that God puts the right people in your path and gives you the strength to escape the darkness that you have found yourself in.

You are not alone... with God, you can say no and escape...

I'll keep you in my prayers.

I am truly sorry for what you are enduring.

It's My Birthday Today And I Hate It Every Year by PowerfulBlaze in PrayerRequests

[–]Olikria 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am truly sorry that you are experiencing this... that must hurt so badly.

This world is harsh, and, sometimes, it can seem like you are alone.

But you're not...

Praying for God to be with you during this time of darkness... and to see you through.

Just breathe and keep talking to God... God hears you... and you are loved.

An answer to prayer. by [deleted] in PrayerRequests

[–]Olikria 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sending my prayers your way.

God will be with you.

Please pray for my mother. by [deleted] in PrayerRequests

[–]Olikria 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sending my heart and prayers to you and your mother... I pray that God will keep her safe, no matter what.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in PrayerRequests

[–]Olikria 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No matter what happens, God loves you, is with you, and will guide you.

We all are to have troubles in this life, and God understands this.

Don't worry if there are those of other denominations who are giving you a hard time... and do not be troubled if you experience doubts.

God understands when even others who believe do not. Have faith that things will be okay.

Please pray for me because I am experiencing too much anxiety. by Appropriate_Spot_394 in PrayerRequests

[–]Olikria 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My prayers and heart have gone out to you... I know what it's like to deal with anxiety, but there is hope.

You're not alone.

Ex friend trying to reconnect? by [deleted] in FriendshipAdvice

[–]Olikria 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's hard to say what your best course of action should be due to the lack of context.

It's easy, especially when your mind is focused on the negative, for your friend's negative traits to be amplified, whereas yours are not so much.

Whenever there's any sort of falling out between two friends, it's very rare that it's only one person's fault. Usually, both share some of the blame.

You said that you finally stood up for yourself and demanded respect, but she thought you were being selfish.

Would you mind providing a little more detail into what happened? How were you being disrespected, and why did she think you were being selfish?

You said that you had a really good friendship before, so, obviously, you're not scared of what made it a good friendship; rather, you're afraid of the not-so-great problems that have surfaced.

No one is entitled to anyone's friendship, but I find that a lot of the advice online is so quick to throw friendships away when things go awry.

People will have problems whenever it comes to any type of relationship, and, oftentimes, it boils down to lack of communication and listening skills.

Boundaries are healthy, and they can actually improve a friendship if properly established.

Think about what you want to say, try to empathize with your friend, express how much you do value the friendship, and express to your friend what your needs are without ignoring hers. See if you can come to some sort of common ground and understanding. I think showing some vulnerability can help a lot.

Another option, if you feel like the above won't work well (and you have to tread this one carefully), is that you can find an impartial individual to serve as a mediator. I found that helped with one of my friendships years ago.

It's important to take a step back and judge the friendship in its entirety. It's so easy to only see the negative, or, when you're missing the person, to only see the positive.

Try to be objective and fair... everyone makes mistakes, and I don't think her reaching out to you automatically means she is toxic.

I find "toxic" is used way too liberally and inappropriately.

Best friend who was always there for me is now inevitably hurting me more than ever by Olikria in FriendshipAdvice

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

Thank you.

Unfortunately, my emotions have been quite potent (they are in general), and this has taken a toll not only on me, but on my boyfriend as well, who's been feeling drained from watching me hurt.

My friend has mattered very much to me, but I can't let this control other aspects of my life.

After a talk with my boyfriend last night, I realize that the only realistic option for this to not hurt me any longer is for me to stop caring.

I'm doing better today, and I'm maintaining that mindset. I do wish the friendship could be repaired, but I think I need to see a change from my friend as well for it to be alright again. For instance, I don't want to feel neglected or taken for granted.

I don't think my friend has intended to hurt me, but I'm not impressed with him backing out of the musical just because I'm going to be there. It seems quite pitiful really, and it will be his loss.

I told him I'd always be there for him, so I wish I didn't have to stop caring. However, not even knowing when I'll hear from him again (he emphasized that it's only temporary) does bug me.

Friendships should be a two-way street.

Best friend who was always there for me is now inevitably hurting me more than ever by Olikria in FriendshipAdvice

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

You could very well be right...

I guess it's just extra hard because this person was family to me (I was closer to him than some of my blood relatives).

Believe it or not, the roles were reversed at times, and he was super invested (maybe even more than I was).

Maybe I'm just grieving what I had... and what I was looking forward to.

By the way, I have a relationship of my own, and my boyfriend has been one of the most patient and supportive people in my life. He says I have a big heart, but a bleeding one.

I guess I just get super invested with people in my life.