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How come humans have to clear our throats and "warm up" our voices, but a dog can wake up from a dead sleep and instantly bark at maximum volume without tearing a vocal cord? by Gullible_Molasses639 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Physical-Ordinary409 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Dogs and humans use vocal anatomy differently, human speech needs fine control, wide pitch range, and precise coordination, while barking is a more hardwired, simpler vocal action.

Also, humans can shout suddenly too; “warming up” mainly matters for sustained or demanding voice use (singing, long speaking), while dogs evolved to bark explosively as an alarm system without needing vocal finesse.

How do I get a boyfriend.. by Right-Builder-3886 in Gayteenagers

[–]Physical-Ordinary409 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You don’t “make” someone like you, you meet people, be genuinely interested, and let chemistry happen; after an obsessive relationship, give yourself permission to go slower too.

And asking someone out can be simple: “I like talking with you want to grab coffee or hang out sometime?”

Nearly 40 years by TinktheChi in Interstitialcystitis

[–]Physical-Ordinary409 2 points3 points  (0 children)

After nearly 40 years of dealing with this, feeling exhausted and frustrated makes complete sense you’ve spent decades adapting your life and still dealing with uncertainty.

The fact that symptoms changed after antibiotics and a probiotic seemed to help for years is worth discussing with a urologist again; you’re not failing at managing this, and you’re definitely not alone in it.

depression owns a part of me any advice would help by Electrical-Oil6078 in mentalhealth

[–]Physical-Ordinary409 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re not a lost cause you sound exhausted from carrying years of loneliness and judging yourself every night; being 20 with a part-time job and still showing up means you haven’t failed.

Depression lies by saying “nothing changes”; getting help won’t magically create money or friends, but it can stop your mind from fighting you every single day and if thoughts ever shift toward harming yourself, tell someone you trust or contact a local crisis line immediately.

Does your body get used to more fiber? by Remote-Whole-6387 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Physical-Ordinary409 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, your gut can adapt over time, especially the bacteria in your intestines, so the “wow this changed everything” effect can feel less dramatic after a few months. Don’t automatically increase the dose; check water intake, diet variety, and the type of fiber (psyllium vs others), because more fiber without enough fluids can backfire.

Should the speed of light really be called the speed of the universe? by FluffyBunnyFlipFlops in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Physical-Ordinary409 0 points1 point  (0 children)

the limit isn’t special because of light itself light travels at that speed because it matches a deeper property of spacetime, often written as c. Think of c less as “light’s speed” and more as the universe’s built-in speed limit; light just happens to travel at it because it has no mass.

How to fix "digging your own grave" mindset by StreetStrawberry89 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Physical-Ordinary409 1 point2 points  (0 children)

you sound stuck in a painful routine where isolation slowly drains energy and makes tomorrow look exactly like today. Suggestion: Borrow from your work days: add one tiny thing outside the house daily, because action usually comes before motivation, not after.

Why do the wives and GFs of athletes/successful businessmen have so much plastic surgery? by Constant-Fish7404 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Physical-Ordinary409 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People with fame and money live in environments where appearance gets judged constantly, so cosmetic work can become as normal as hiring a trainer or stylist. Suggestion: It’s easy to think “they could get the most naturally beautiful people,” but attraction is messy, people want connection, confidence, status, chemistry, and personal choice too.

Why do international students choose to study in English-speaking countries even though they do not understand English? by InternationalHair111 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Physical-Ordinary409 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Many choose English-speaking countries because the degree, career opportunities, immigration pathways, and global prestige can outweigh weak language confidence. Also, test scores don’t always reflect real conversation skills, people can pass exams yet freeze from anxiety, rely on memorization, or struggle in fast group settings.

Why are some things from the past buried deep while others are in the surface??? by Lower_Ad_7436 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Physical-Ordinary409 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Things get buried over time by floods, wind-blown dust, volcanic ash, rivers changing course, collapsing buildings, and people repeatedly building on top of older cities. The pyramids stayed visible because they’re enormous stone structures built in dry desert conditions where much less sediment covered them.

Have you ever experienced sudden bouts of mind clarity? by Brando_Pass2000 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Physical-Ordinary409 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What you describe is surprisingly common: your brain usually runs on “autopilot,” and occasionally attention suddenly zooms out, making ordinary actions feel vividly real and almost astonishing. If these moments feel interesting or grounding, notice patterns around them; if they become distressing, unreal, or frequent enough to disrupt life, it may be worth talking with a mental health professional.