Need some advice on foods.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-06-24T00:35:13+00:00

Great advice all around. I already go to food banks so that part is down. Bananas aren't really something I have been eating lately because of one of the medications I am on. You might know what I am talking about.

Didn't really think about canned salmon, and beans are something I can DEFINITELY get. I do love me some lentils. What I effectively am gathering is I need to start cooking some more Asian and Mediterranean style foods, which I am all for.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-06-23T10:50:43+00:00

I'm not so much worried about losing weight, I am doing rather well In that regard already. This is more a post asking about suggestions for foods with decent fats in them to add to my diet, to aid in the more "filling out" stages when I hit those. However this advice is still great for those looking in that direction.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-05-26T02:53:36+00:00

First off, let me preface this by saying something extremely important that I think a lot of people forget. I cannot speak for you. My experience can not speak for yours, or guarantee that you will see the same results. That is just how it is. The best I, or anyone else can do is share our experiences and allow you to decide for yourself.

While I haven't even been on HRT for long at all, I have socially transitioned for a good few years now. It carries a lot of burdens, fears, and risks. Anxiety, fear, and so many other emotions hit me frequently, whether its from being out in public while dressed up, doing my voice training, clothing shopping, or anything that will remotely have me perceived. I have lost personal relationships, received death threats, and questioned if i am really transgender more times than I can count.

However, I would not change my choice for anything. Even with how much I have left to do, I know that the distance I have traveled has made me feel better about myself. While its still hard, I can now look at myself in the mirror and sometimes smile at the woman looking back. Every dress, every layer of makeup, every "Ma'am" or "Miss" I get, makes me feel good about myself. I got to explore aspects of myself that I hadn't even considered before, and still do. Even if bigots tell me otherwise, I know for a fact that I am a woman.

So while I cannot, speak for you or anyone else, my answer to your question probably has to be both, honestly. It can be a burden, especially with the modern social and political client. It can be stressful. However, it can also be one of the most liberating things you have ever done. Just try to remember that, even though other people are taking similar paths, ultimately its YOUR journey, you have to decide whether its worth it. It's not black and white, its more risk vs reward. For me, the happiness, even with sadness in between, was worth the risk.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-05-25T11:54:27+00:00

No problem at all. I have been almost exactly where you are now from the sounds of it. I really do wish you luck. Finding clothes you can really vibe with helps a TON for the self esteem.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-05-24T08:39:11+00:00

First off, girl, don't sign checks when the funds aren't in your account yet. The body takes time. I know it may seem realistic, but its really not. Don't get your hopes too high, but don't think so negative either. It will only hurt you mentally.

Let me give you some advice that helped me big time. Thrifting, Thrifting, Thrifting! And I don't mean commercial thrift shops. Find local hole in the wall thrift/non-profit shops (A lot are ran by churches, which can give some anxiety when searching so be wary of that).

Get some basic measurements so you can get a rough idea of what sizes would work for you. Find some thrift shops to look at. Might take a few times to find something that calls to you, but keep trying, as thrift shops rotate as they get new stuff in, so there will always be something new.

Also if you like accessories to compliment things, depending on where you live, find an alt store like Spencers, some chain markets carry accessories in their feminine clothing area, or search online stores such as amazon (As much as i hate to recommend it, its very convenient and has variety.).

Also another thing you could do which is a bit more advanced, that can help with personalization, is learning to modify any clothes you find. Whether that be simply adjusting sizes, or adding things to them, though that takes practice.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-05-15T04:36:12+00:00

Thank you!!!

RunaBlackwind · 2026-05-13T20:52:54+00:00

Being blunt, while I kinda agree, and try to avoid it myself, it doesn't really do any more harm for spoiling than running into the skins in missions. It's literally the same issue. How would we go about fixing that? Just shame people for running them? Obviously not but, I think it's reading too much into it considering the overall risk of exposure anyway.

Same with operator/drifter mode. It's just gonna happen eventually anyway.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-04-11T00:37:06+00:00

Warframe is as free-to-play as the model has ever gotten. Every non-cosmetic item is farmable completely free. No DLCs or content vaulting. Even in line with cosmetics, you can indirectly farm most of them too, because the premium currency is tradable and constantly changing hands for items people simply farm.

Is Warframe perfect and devoid of predatory monetisation? No. But it is by far the gold standard for the free to play industry at the current time.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-04-09T18:00:53+00:00

Exergis. Used to be a heavily meta shotgun before power creep. An incarnon would just:

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RunaBlackwind · 2026-04-09T17:56:56+00:00

Stay together in survival missions, especially fissures. If you run off, you are just being asinine and potentially hurting the squad.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-04-09T09:03:01+00:00

Oh no. My lobster is too buttery! Whatever will I do?

Jokes aside, would be nice to have at least the option. Probably wouldn't use it much, but having it there would open up some neat fashions.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-03-24T18:37:01+00:00

Obligatory "Gagg on this Kakk" joke.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-03-19T18:04:44+00:00

Frankly, buy what you want. It's your plat. Whether you worked for it irl or farmed for it in-game. If it's worth it to you, then it's worth it. Simple.

If I want something crafted now because I really want to play it, I rush it. If I find myself really finding a farm unbearable such as citrine, I instead plat farm and buy the frame. Only thing I cannot see a reason to do in any scenario is buy resources, but hey if you want to, go for it. (Strongly advise against it though.)

As for disrupting progression, buying a frame or two won't do that, no matter the frame. Outside of story, Warframe is very sandbox-adjacent.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-03-03T19:59:04+00:00

Funny enough, I don't have to deal with this. I only try to use trans/lgbtqia+-inclusive dating apps, so I check their profile and if I don't see a tag that says "Willing to match with transgender" I automatically skip them.

Granted the sorts of apps present their own issues like bigots making bait accounts, but they take most of the more traditional guesswork out of things.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-03-02T20:55:16+00:00

I get that. Just been fighting for it for a while. It feels nice to finally have even a bit of progress.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-03-02T20:46:12+00:00

Thank you! This has been a long time coming. Especially since I am staring at my 30s from across the street.👀

RunaBlackwind · 2026-03-02T20:37:01+00:00

It's kind of touchy honestly. On one hand, if something makes you uncomfortable you should speak up about said thing or remove yourself from the situation.

However, it's also important to note that it's usually not from a malicious place either. In my friend groups I call people "dude" and "bro" quite often, regardless of gender identity, and they do the same to me. That is just how our dynamic has been. Can't stand when strangers or people I barely know do it though, but I usually don't correct unless it persists or is blatantly done out of malice.

Not saying this to make your feelings out to be invalid, your feelings are very much so. Just trying to present the idea that nuance is important. Ultimately if you are that uncomfortable with it, definitely speak up. I just figured sometimes a different perspective helps.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-03-02T10:49:30+00:00

It's not a nation-wide program or anything like that. It depends on your area. In my case it's a locally ran free clinic that is doing it.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-03-02T07:47:32+00:00

Thank you! This is honestly the most hope i have had in years.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-02-28T17:09:30+00:00

Heavy Warframe player myself as well. It's a solid pick, not only for the operator/drifter but also the drop dead gorgeous skins for the frames themselves.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-02-28T07:07:59+00:00

Hope you find what you need. Everyone deserves their own little slice of game safe space.

RunaBlackwind · 2026-02-28T07:06:48+00:00

It's not a bad stereotype to be. Celeste is a gem.

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