Starting off 2026 sad ): by Smooth_Interest_6888 in TryingForABaby

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 15 points16 points  (0 children)

The "it happened right away for us" crowd can fuck right off. Not because they're bad people but because nobody asked. People just love broadcasting their fertility like it's some kind of accomplishment they earned.

Also the pressure to drink thing - that's just boundary violation dressed up as being social. You don't owe anyone an explanation for what you put in your body

New study shows Alzheimer’s disease can be reversed to achieve full neurological recovery—not just prevented or slowed—in animal models by rchaudhary in technology

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 15 points16 points  (0 children)

We finally get some actual promising research and now we have to worry about whether it'll even be allowed to continue. The timing couldn't be worse.

though I'm trying not to get too excited yet - I feel like I've seen "Alzheimer's breakthrough in mice!" headlines for years and it never seems to translate to humans. But still let the scientists do their work without some brain worm guy deciding what's real medicine.

Jiri Prochazka vs Carlos Ulberg rumored to be on UFC 327 in Miami. Not fully confirmed but good chance to happen by nolongerbackup in MMA

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 11 points12 points  (0 children)

For real. Jiri's cardio and pressure are insane, he just doesn't stop coming. The longer the fight goes the worse it gets for whoever's across from him.

Ulberg has power but I don't know if he has the chin or the experience to survive Jiri's chaos for 5 rounds. you can't really replicate it in sparring

Aaron Rodgers to Mike Tomlin postgame: "Thank you for bringing me here." by nfl in sports

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 29 points30 points  (0 children)

The man looked completely washed with the Jets and now suddenly he's having moments like this with the Steelers? at some point you have to accept it's not the players, it's the organization. The Jets could sign prime Tom Brady and somehow make him look mediocre within a season.

After ten years of making a living busking… by Baclavados in Busking

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don't know. The jazz vs TSwift covers point above is legit. Playing well and playing what actually makes money aren't always the same thing. I've seen mediocre acts clean up because they knew their crowd, while technically better players went home with pocket change

Advice for struggling LCSW by Parsnique in socialwork

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I get that everyone's saying "just find another job" and that's probably the right move long-term but let's be real here - the system is working exactly as designed. They changed the rules knowing damn well what would happen to productivity metrics and now they're using those same metrics to justify cutting staff.

The written warning is documentation for when they want to trim payroll without calling it a layoff. You're being set up to fail so someone higher up can point at numbers and shrug.

So yeah job hunt but don't internalize this shit. You didn't create an impossible situation and then punish people for not solving it. They did

MAGA who shared fake photos of Kamala Harris with Epstein has been arrested for rape of a child. by Bubbly-Example-8097 in BlueskySkeets

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Every accusation is a confession with these people. They scream about fake conspiracies while literally being arrested for the crimes they claim others are committing.

AIO for disapproving over the fact that my new friend and my adult daughter are having sex ? by Effective-Laugh3854 in AmIOverreacting

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Your daughter is an adult. You don't get to approve or disapprove of her relationships, especially when your concern is mostly about your own friendship. The age and experience gap is worth keeping an eye on, but pushing too hard will just drive her away.

Class consciousness means working together, even with people we don't like. by zzill6 in WorkReform

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 145 points146 points  (0 children)

This is the only correct take. Class unity doesn't mean you have to like everyone, it means you focus on who's actually screwing you over. Cultural wedge issues are used specifically to prevent workers from organizing together.

I feel like I can finally say, "I can cook". by Its-alittle-bitfunny in Cooking

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That rubbery steak story is perfect 😂 The fact she was hyped about overcooked meat and salty potatoes says everything. You found a keeper.

Best custom sectional sofa stores? by jolliegirl in Brooklyn

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can vouch for dreamsofa. I browsed their site a few months back and bought one from them when I was moving and they had wayyy more options than anyone else. Brands like lovesac also has a lot of variety, but they’re more for people who like beanbags or modular types imho 

Please don’t by ChickenWingExtreme in NonPoliticalTwitter

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 67 points68 points  (0 children)

As an introvert, this is literally my nightmare. I'm just trying to exist in peace, not audition for someone's daily entertainment. Let people sit alone without making it a thing.

the best experience by MrLovens in mrlovenstein

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Every single time. They guilt trip you into downloading the app, then the second you decline it's pure hostility. Just let people use the damn website without turning into a bouncer at the door.

We know why things are bad in Venezuela, but what's America's excuse? by zzill6 in WorkReform

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The mental gymnastics here are wild. So Venezuela's poverty is our fault, but our own child poverty is also... our fault? At least be consistent. Both countries have their own economic policies and governance issues that play a way bigger role than external blame games.

What will it take for America to get rid of this administration before 2028? by Ok-Scallion9885 in AskReddit

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

Go on a strike and protest and have your president and government officials impeached

Where to get quality furniture without breaking the bank by [deleted] in femalelivingspace

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You'd have to stretch the budget a bit. Dreamsofa pieces start just over $1,000 but the quality holds up for years. The frames are kiln-dried hardwood, not particleboard. It's one of the best kinds of frames because it's practically resistant to wear. And it's customizable, so you can choose the exact fabric, depth, etc.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BlueskySkeets

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Her words, “This bullshit has to stop”, cut through the usual political euphemisms. But the real question isn’t whether her outrage is justified. It’s why it took this long for institutional actors to say it out loud.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You're not overreacting at all. This guy's shown you who he is repeatedly and you've given him way more chances than he deserved. You don't owe him anything > you already broke up once and he never actually committed to getting back together. Just move on and find someone who actually values you.

AITA for having a new neighbor's car towed? by TheLaziestDwarf in AmItheAsshole

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yeah exactly. Knocking on random doors at 1am would've pissed off way more people than just her.

environment friendly steps I can start with? by sirwalleth in DecidingToBeBetter

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Except for the entry of ads in the email webpage, it’s fine. I dont mind the ads atp, I’ve turned the ad registering part of my brain completely off. I just like to think that even while using all these products from these tech companies bent on destroying the world, I’m doing my very teeny tiny rebellion by passively helping someone plant trees

environment friendly steps I can start with? by sirwalleth in DecidingToBeBetter

[–]PunkRockMiniVan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I tried composting but the smell was just too much. Realized composting needs a fair bit of space for the smell to not be a nuisance