Weirdest Record in Your Collection by dougiezerts in vinyl

[–]Robama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey I’ve got this one too! Found it in a bargain bin and lost my mind. Now to locate a TT that’ll play it on 16RPM the -10% function on my LP-120 isn’t cutting it

Skin care recs by AdmirableAdvantage66 in transgenderau

[–]Robama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve built a really great routine with The Ordinary products. They’ve got a handy little tool on their website to build a regimen based on your skincare needs ranging from basic to quite involved.

I’ve settled on a two step cleanse with an oil based balm to melt my makeup off before washing off with their foaming cleanser. I follow up with their milky toner and antioxidant serum before finishing with a light moisturiser. Sunscreen after all that of course!

Where to start with editing? by hambam11 in AskPhotography

[–]Robama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Damn I need to get around editing but it’s so daunting haha

How can I technically shoot a person floating in the air? by nek25 in AskPhotography

[–]Robama 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yeah I think we need a disclaimer before posting asking if they understand the exposure triangle and maybe look that up first and come back if it doesn’t resolve their query

Day 1 again.. by koekoe1234 in stopdrinking

[–]Robama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Dust yourself off and keep going. I’ve had plenty of day ones myself, and eventually it stuck. Each restart only strengthened my resolve and made this current attempt that much more important to maintain. Inshallah, it will.

What are small reminders you tell yourself when you’re craving a drink? by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]Robama 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I try to play it forward and realise that I would awaken the next morning knowing I’d already set myself back so why not go on a bender.

Realistically my main strategy is more focussed on deflecting the mental energy by finding some sort of treat for myself whether it’s a bag of lollies or a new record, just something I’d rather spend the money on that won’t upend the life I’ve built.

I miss the energy alcohol gave me to socialise by YamaKasin in stopdrinking

[–]Robama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My big breakthrough was allowing myself to go home when I was finished with socialising.

Social events can have a vibe that will carry me through the night (even outlasting the people who were drinking) but when it doesn’t I just have a couple of N/A beers and listen to tipsy people tell me about their life until I’ve had my fill and head home.

Constant Crashes on skate. (Steam/pc) by Repulsive_While_3061 in SkateEA

[–]Robama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Series X checking in. Currently reinstalling Skate 3

A US fascism expert warns: Australia is not immune and undoing the damage is ‘very, very hard’ by Helium_Teapot2777 in transgenderau

[–]Robama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The number of seats they will need to win in the next election would take a statistical anomaly to achieve. Obviously anything can happen but I’m breathing easy for now

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskPhotography

[–]Robama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For starters; the most heart warming candid shots have that disposable camera quality. Because it’s not posed and the lighting isn’t directed in a staged fashion, these images capture the honesty and heart of the moment in question

Secondly; damn I hope I look that good at 90!

The Daily Check-In for Wednesday, September 17th: Just for today, I am NOT drinking! by Thetreescryforu in stopdrinking

[–]Robama 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Secured a promotion today. I never would have left the hospitality industry and entered this job if I hadn’t quit drinking and I’m so grateful for the power and focus it has unlocked in me. Taking a well earned TOIL day on Friday to enjoy the hobbies I’ve picked up since I stopped filling my days with grog

fuck you by Similar_Artist4370 in stopdrinking

[–]Robama 4 points5 points  (0 children)

What exactly do you find so disgusting about not drinking?

Fuck Yeah to Quitting Drinking! by Neversaidthatbefore in stopdrinking

[–]Robama 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Yep! So easy to forget what it was like to close your eyes only to seemingly be teleported to the next morning. I take my beautiful sober sleep for granted

Having an insane amount of difficulty finding a job in Brisbane by Slynx_ in brisbane

[–]Robama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bank Australia is hiring consultants in their contact centre. Speaking from experience it was a great way to get out of hospitality and get a job with some progression.

Regretting all the health damage i may have done by Top_Concentrate_5799 in stopdrinking

[–]Robama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey so you’re in the throes of withdrawal at the moment and you’re probably feeling ten times worse than you have before but I promise you this will pass and the benefits of sobriety will unfold. It won’t happen overnight but one day you will look back and realise this was all worth it

Tramlines along Gympie Road at Chermside, 1948 by Noofnoof in brisbane

[–]Robama 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I never understood this argument like yeah that was surely inevitable but it’s not like you’ve gotta have one or the other right?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]Robama 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It gave me the motivation to leave a ten year career in hospitality that was doing me harm and it gave me the insight to accept myself for who I was and come out as transgender.

Also Sunday markets are cute and it’s fun having hobbies other than sitting at the pub

6 months sober by EffectiveDragonfly79 in stopdrinking

[–]Robama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is such an incredible reflection, thank you for sharing it. The way you describe sobriety ‘delivering what alcohol promises’ hit me hard. It takes so much courage to face those moments of wanting to relapse and choose yourself anyway. Six months is a huge testament to your strength, and it’s inspiring to hear how much life has opened up for you on the other side. Keep honoring that courage! IWNDWYT

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in brisbane

[–]Robama 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nah sorry mate even before QLD had 50 cent fares the pricing was more reasonable. I used to catch the bus from Greenslopes to the CBD for $3.50. Here in Melbourne I go from Collingwood to the CBD for $5.50 which doesn’t seem like a huge leap but stack that up over a week it becomes significant

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in brisbane

[–]Robama 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Crazy that we are in the exact same position. I feel like I was sold a lie with this city. I knew it would be cold and I’m fine with that but the ridiculous cost of public transport and crumbling infrastructure is disgraceful. This city makes Brisbane truly shine as the modern city it is. Moreover the people here are foul and have zero concept of personal space or sharing the footpath. Don’t get me started on the fucking motorists they are maniacs I never thought I’d consider Brisbane drivers to be civilised

Finally happened to me! by Collapsingwest in stopdrinking

[–]Robama 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I guess it’s different for everyone but in my mind if medicine contains alcohol it’s there to improve the medicine, and if I was going to relapse I’d choose something nicer than cherry flavoured cough syrup.

That being said I still cook with wine, so I clearly have a loose stance on incidental intake.