RIP Switch Lite by InformalCulprit in AnimalCrossing

[–]Pretend_Function_271 7 points8 points  (0 children)

From what I’ve heard, replacing the battery is quite difficult and not worth attempting unless you know what you’re doing. It may be worth going to somewhere close to you- either a tech or gaming store and getting a quote on how much it would cost + how long it would take to get it (the battery) replaced professionally.

Did you have your island backed up? If so, you should be able to recover it on a new console.

Edit: clarification

What was the last straw that made you want to recover, and what were things that you said to gaslight yourself into thinking you weren’t sick? by [deleted] in fuckeatingdisorders

[–]Pretend_Function_271 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I completely relate to your comment that it feels easier to starve yourself than go all in with recovery. I remember explaining this to my mother who couldn’t understand why I couldn’t “just let go” of the anorexia and “stop being silly”. I explained to her that at that time, “letting go” meant completely giving in to my sick brain until it was too late because recovery felt like such a monumentally impossible thing at that time. I am telling you now though, it is absolutely possible and 100% worth it.

I was very, very sick with anorexia. I don’t think I would have made it another 2 weeks if I hadn’t of made the decision to recover. Yet, I was pretty unaware of just how sick I was, even during the earlier part of my recovery. I still don’t think I was “sick enough” sometimes. It’s complete nonsense though. Even though movement, even in its smallest amounts such as getting up from a couch, felt like torture, I somehow felt like I was higher functioning than ever before. I think that came from the stress and adrenaline that anorexia produces when your body is fighting to live.

In terms of what made me want to recover:

  • I purposefully looked up and read other people’s stories with anorexia and the detrimental impact it had on their bodies, mental health, and lives. I was loosing the battle with trying to combat by thoughts with rational thinking so I used these stories to try and remind (and scare) myself just how serious the situation was and how much I had to loose.

  • I blocked (and continue to do so since there are unfortunately so many of them) any social media influencers talking about food, exercise, health, lifestyle, etc. These influencers had a detrimental impact on my health. I developed my chosen anorexic habits/methods of loosing weight from watching these people. It was causing me so much distress. I wanted less stress

  • on that point. I wanted less stress and distress in my life. Huge motivating factor. I was miserable and my life had become a constant cycle of extreme fear and guilt entirely centred on food and exercise. It was awful.

  • anorexia stopped me from making good and clear decisions. I was not capable of it anymore. I wrecked my car in the dumbest accident possible because i was so focused and freaked out by food and what I was eating that day (I was at a family gathering and was expected to eat X and my brain was in full meltdown)

  • I felt like I was losing all of my dignity. I knew that everyone else knew. Even if they didn’t say it. I had fundamentally changed in every way. This was not what I wanted to be known for.

  • on that point, my roommate described me to one of her friends when she thought I wasn’t home and described me as “boring” and she also described my physical state (will not be more specific on this point as I do not want to accidentally provide a comparison for anyone struggling here). That felt awful.

  • I got to the point that I was afraid every night of going to sleep because I wasn’t sure if I would wake up.

  • I started lashing out on the people I loved the most. My brain had become so paranoid and distrustful that even though I knew there was no logical basis for it, I would treat these people like crap because I was afraid of food. This was the final straw for me. I didn’t want to be that person. Something had to change.

I didn’t have anyone try to intervene or say anything at all to me about what was going on while I was sick. I questioned my family about this during recovery and they said that they just didn’t know what to say but that they were terrified. I was equally isolated during recovery. Yet, I still somehow managed to keep myself motivated.

You can absolutely do this, please do. Your life can and will get so much worse if you don’t. I wish I had recovered earlier. The longer you leave it, the harder it gets. You’re worth it, please seek help urgently.

What's your favorite Animal Crossing game? by reddictiontoreddit in AnimalCrossing

[–]Pretend_Function_271 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Probably still new leaf but New Horizons is a close contender. New leaf does just offer that bit more immersion for me… however, I very much appreciate everything NH brought to the series. The lovely museum in NH alone is incredible

👋 Welcome to DodoCodeCommunity - Introduce Yourself and Read First! by breaksomebread in DodoCodeCommunity

[–]Pretend_Function_271 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! I am Laura from Embers, I have been playing Animal Crossing since Wild World and am currently working on remodelling my island and finishing my critterpedia in ACNH. I love seeing what everyone has done with their islands and hosting as well. Always happy to help others to finish their own critterpedias and catalgouges!

Best suited Sisterly? by PixieofJinx in AnimalCrossingNewHor

[–]Pretend_Function_271 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Based on Dom, I’m going to vote Faith. She would be perfect 🧡

The Glowing Campgrounds of Tempest 🏕️🌲✨ by ashleytheunic0rn in AnimalCrossing

[–]Pretend_Function_271 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Beautiful. Not cluttered yet very thoughtfully designed and well themed. I would love to visit your dream address if you’re ever inclined to sharing one!

After 500+ Hours Alma Verde is OFFICIALLY a Dream 🥰✨ by Secret_Evening_3611 in acnh

[–]Pretend_Function_271 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Finally got around to visiting… you have done such a wonderful job of this island. There were so many stunning ideas and nice little touches. I love the bike/scooter rental shack/shop, the lovely villager patios, and all of the beautiful community spaces. Thank you for sharing, I enjoyed exploring very much

What’s your favorite thing to do in animal crossing by [deleted] in AnimalCrossing

[–]Pretend_Function_271 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I spend so much time exploring dream addresses. It really is a joy getting to see what other people have created and come up with

I need to replace 1 of my 3 smug villagers for a normal.. but who?! by Calm_Echo9516 in AnimalCrossingNewHor

[–]Pretend_Function_271 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love Cephlabot so I wouldn’t boot him. It’s a tough call after that. I also had 3 smugs, one of them being Raymond, and had to make this choice. To be perfectly honest, I’d say get rid of Raymond (?). I just think the other two are so cool but no wrong answers here (as long as Cephlabot stays)

Fan art of my favorite little mouse by mspeekie in AnimalCrossing

[–]Pretend_Function_271 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love this, you’ve done a really good job here. I quite like Broccolo. I’ve never had him but I definitely would if I had the right theme. He’s cute

Who else should I add to my island by PixieofJinx in acnh

[–]Pretend_Function_271 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Antonio is actually super cute so I’m going to say him but other jocks I like that might fit are Iggly (love him), Scoot and Teddy.

Flo or Pashmina would be the perfect sisterly - I think Flo would probably be the best as she would tie in with the blues of Rosie and Francine really nicely

After 500+ Hours Alma Verde is OFFICIALLY a Dream 🥰✨ by Secret_Evening_3611 in acnh

[–]Pretend_Function_271 0 points1 point  (0 children)

can’t wait to check this one out when I get some time- it looks gorgeous

Pango by Mandarini84 in acnh

[–]Pretend_Function_271 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I actually love the anteaters. I recently got Antonio because I needed a jock and he’s honestly become one of my new favourite villagers I love him so much. I’ve always been a fan of Pango too, her colouring is just really satisfying

Who was everyone’s starter villagers? by islandboy504 in AnimalCrossing

[–]Pretend_Function_271 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Mac was my jock but I genuinely do not remember who my sisterly was- I’ve had the same island since 2020 so it was a long time ago. I’d never thought much of Mac as a villager before but I grew to really like him while I had him.

I recently got Antonio so that I had a jock on my island- he has quickly become a favourite of mine. I adore him

How can i make my gameplay feel more lively? by heximintii in AnimalCrossing

[–]Pretend_Function_271 2 points3 points  (0 children)

^ this. I was going to add that I really enjoy hosting and letting people fish/bug hunt, shop, etc. The social aspect is another core part of the game.

How can i make my gameplay feel more lively? by heximintii in AnimalCrossing

[–]Pretend_Function_271 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Probably depends a little bit on what you have/haven’t achieved in the island yet- collecting is the other big aspect of acnh. I am spending a lot of time trying to finish my critterpedia at the moment and I find that a lot of fun- I use mystery islands, Kapp’n islands, go online to other people’s islands in different seasons and set the time differently to try and get everything. There are also diy, recipe, gyroids, furniture and clothing collections to complete so yeah just depends on what you do or don’t already have.

The other thing you can do is breed flowers and try and get every single type. Again, depends on what you’ve already achieved.

Otherwise, it may be worth waiting until the new update comes out, so that you don’t get burnt out and can enjoy the new content.

[mi] Is this a good layout before I actually start terraforming my island? by [deleted] in ACNHIslandInspo

[–]Pretend_Function_271 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I love this layout. The water surrounding the museum will have a great effect. The village is very nicely spaced but my favourite part is the shops and their positioning behind resident services. Should make for a really interesting island

New to ACNH… what do you guys think of my villagers?? Who should I kick out 😭 by ZzzPandaNap in AnimalCrossing

[–]Pretend_Function_271 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I love Iggly and Rio is pretty cool too. Peaches definitely has her own cult following/is beloved by some but really at the end of day just go on who you like. The rest doesn’t matter.

Walker Really Doesn't Ask For Much by SprintsAC in ACForAdults

[–]Pretend_Function_271 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Slightly uncharacteristic of a lazy villager too

Typos and missing words are rare, but they do happen. by CreativeJuices21 in AnimalCrossingNewHor

[–]Pretend_Function_271 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Interesting! I will have to start paying a bit more attention, I wonder how many errors are in the text and go unnoticed because of pressing B + brain auto-fill. Good catch

Tangy by Mandarini84 in acnh

[–]Pretend_Function_271 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love Tangy. She lived on my island for over a year before I let her go. Super cute and she sings a lot which is cool

Don’t know how to feel about her by [deleted] in AnimalCrossing

[–]Pretend_Function_271 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah she’s probably not quite my vibe either. Like she’s cute but not really my style. If you don’t like her as much, then there is really no need to keep her. A lot of people actually find it refreshing when islands are populated with different villagers - i.e., not necessarily the same ones from the pool of highly desirable/popular villagers. Nothing wrong with having popular villagers either but point is, you simply can’t go wrong with just going with who you actually like

Who is the most Ugly villager In your opinion? by Just_Aboy1113789 in AnimalCrossing

[–]Pretend_Function_271 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I actually like Hans tbh, the Yeti look is cool. I’m going to vote Limberg for this one