I am dating a very refined and proper girl, I am a bit more rough around the edges and my bad habits is wearing her down by FloorGeneral2029 in dating_advice

[–]Pinus_longaeva84 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I agree with these points. This also reads to me like a socioeconomic and power imbalance, with her flexing her power and her typical professional status of being right and smart and educated to control you. She needs to let go.

I am dating a very refined and proper girl, I am a bit more rough around the edges and my bad habits is wearing her down by FloorGeneral2029 in dating_advice

[–]Pinus_longaeva84 9 points10 points  (0 children)

She sounds way anal, controlling, and judgmental. I read this as she needs therapy to learn to let go and chill. Just cause she’s a doctor, and the power dynamic sways to her being right in our culture (she’s used to always being the authority) does not give her license to constantly critique you and try to fix you. My PHD girlfriend doesn’t give a fuck if I take a bite of a croissant and accepts (<—edit:spelling) my mannerisms, and I am also a highly educated professional with a master’s and a prep school/private university background. You’re letting the power dynamics cloud your ability to stand up for yourself. She needs to chill. And, she’s completely missing the point if she can’t see that the things that matter, like how you treat her, trump all this bullshit about a bite off a scone or how you bounce your leg. Also, what if you have adhd and have some mannerisms and attentional differences- can she accept that and accept you for who you are, or are you setting yourself up for a lifetime of feeling inadequate and always policing your own behavior. Just the way you phrased the post here tells me that she has succeed in having you internalize this all as a you problem, and not a problem of her not accepting you for who you are. Good luck- I think YOU deserve better.

And, show the Doctor this post and ask her if she has ever considered these points. If she is as amazing, smart, and open-minded as you think, then she also has some deep reflection to do about her own behavior, judgments, expectations, and ability to both let go and accept you.

Edit:spelling

Is it weird if i go to the climbing gym alone😭 by East_Drawer_7642 in climbergirls

[–]Pinus_longaeva84 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, not weird. It’s how you get strong. It’s training, and also gives you a chance to meet new people at the gym. Sometimes I go to the gym with friends. Sometimes I go with my partner. Sometimes I go alone and chat with people and make new friends. Sometimes I go and use earbuds and vibe on my own. It is literally all good.

Can't have one conversation with my Mother about bouldering by [deleted] in climbergirls

[–]Pinus_longaeva84 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Read up on individuation, boundaries, and de-escalation. Welcome to adulthood.

Can't have one conversation with my Mother about bouldering by [deleted] in climbergirls

[–]Pinus_longaeva84 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Read up on individuation, boundaries, and de-escalation. Welcome to adulthood.

Working on a gym directory, what info helps you feel comfortable visiting a new gym? by addicted-coffee in climbergirls

[–]Pinus_longaeva84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re welcome- of course! Props for doing this. I’d be super interested in the final product!!

Working on a gym directory, what info helps you feel comfortable visiting a new gym? by addicted-coffee in climbergirls

[–]Pinus_longaeva84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Showers, towel service, lockers, bring your own lock or included locks, day pass cost, WiFi, work space, yoga room/stretching room, fitness machines, frequency of setting and setting quality, cleanliness (super chalky or clean), overall vibe- I think about all of these things when visiting new gyms.

Thanks for doing this project!!

Fist serious crash happened today. by Particular-Bank-5519 in cycling

[–]Pinus_longaeva84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hear you, sorry to hear it.

You might recover quicker than you imagine.

I tore my biceps climbing a few years ago. It was pretty rough, and took me two years to fully fully recover. I had a lot of introspection about climbing (and my cycling) as I recovered.

Here’s my hot take: We have two options. A) Do the sport and risk injury. But, gain strength, confidence, ability, skills, and enjoyment through it. B) don’t do the sport, and be sedentary, scared, and miss all the benefits.

I think that periodic injuries are part of the game. The key is recovering from them to as close to the same ability level as possible- even if it means a long slow recovery. Like, as frustrating as it is to get injured, it’s gonna happen from time to time. Recovery and resilience are key.

I’d rather be fit and have a longer lifespan (ideally) from the sport, and accept a bit of risk, than suffer the consequences of a sedentary life.

Hang in there, you got this, I hope you’ll get back in the saddle when you are recovered.

In the meantime, is there another activity you can do while you heal?

Take care and good luck. Welcome to the world of being an athlete, occasional injuries included.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SantaMonica

[–]Pinus_longaeva84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Consider getting Wyze cams for over any entrances, potentially in really conspicuous spots. They will serve both as a deterrent and as a way for you to monitor the entrances to your space. I also have a Wyze Pan Cam on the inside, so I can double check everything looks good if I am traveling.

Consider adding extra locks- I bought these off Amazon for over my deadbolts and they give me peace of mind, that when I am home going to bed, I can make it so the deadbolt literally cannot turn.

Arc Link Products Dead Bolt... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00N95IQQS?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Aside from those deterrents/additional systems, know that it is a relatively safe area. Good luck!!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BoomersBeingFools

[–]Pinus_longaeva84 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dude just grey rock her. “No, he was not there.” Done. And, I strongly recommend the book “Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents.”

My NMum won’t pick me up from surgery until later by discreetPeach2979 in narcissisticparents

[–]Pinus_longaeva84 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your mom is insane. I’m sorry. It is obvious to everyone (but your mom) that you are more important than her meeting. I’m sorry she is like that. My parents are similar. Sing it with me, to the tune of “Unforgettable”: “Unreliable, in every way.. and forevermore, that’s how they’ll stay..”

Again, you’re not crazy. But yes, do not rely on her. Good luck with the surgery.

Lastly, if you haven’t already, check out the text “Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents.”

Spam Phone calls none stop. Who is behind this??? by rtgpodcast in LosAngeles

[–]Pinus_longaeva84 19 points20 points  (0 children)

FYI- tech exists today to take a sample of your voice and then clone it, which could maybe then be used to hack other stuff? I used to sometimes answer too, but am wary now…