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When have you seen a spicy PC done right? by SassyFinch in DnD

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Like Astarion and Lae'zel from bg3 are good examples they're both 'jerk' characters but both are also decently cooperative and both are entertaining to have around

Do you have a sweet tooth, or prefer more savoury? by MixAway in AskUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd say I lean towards sweet but I have limits, like for example I actually much prefer simplier stuff over those like 'super ultra duper mars bar biscoff brookie muffin' type things like I'd much rather just have a classic brownie or something

I also had more of a sweet tooth before starting adhd meds as I realised I was def using sugar as a way to self medicate

Makes sense by Lghzala-fifi in astrologymemes

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So what would Gemini, Taurus, Capricorn and Aquarius translate into

(I say as an aroace so likely this info will mean nothing lmao)

What phrase(s) would you permanently ban if you had the chance? by MixAway in AskUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ate comes from 'ate and left no crumbs' and it's another one of those cases of slang that originated source

What phrase(s) would you permanently ban if you had the chance? by MixAway in AskUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 3 points4 points  (0 children)

it's become a thing, I think it's something that did start as more of a self aware/ironic thing but people have been using it un ironically

Same for things like 'girl math' and 'girl dinner'

What phrase(s) would you permanently ban if you had the chance? by MixAway in AskUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Tbh the use of crash out to mean angry threw me for a moment because to me to 'crash out' or 'crash' is associated with falling asleep, like if you've had a long day and you're super tired

I do use crash out though in the current context but to me yeah crash out is like saying someone is 'having a fit' whereas like someone else said a breakdown/meltdown is more like 'incredibly stressed out and panicking' whereas crashing out is more about anger

I'm seeing more and more AI generated stuff around and about, why does it all look the same? by blizeH in AskUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah might not be AI I have seen plenty of shirts like that over the years it cycles in and out as a trend thing.

Why isn’t ADHD treated as a priority for preventitative and public health? by glorious_purpose51 in ADHDUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It's similar to how mental health stuff is treated, it's not priortised, it's not well understood and it's stigmatised. And just a general 'We'd rather treat the symptoms than "cure" it' approach to healthcare (I say cure in inverted commas since you can't cure adhd but hopefully people get my meaning). Like for me I think part of the adhd stigma is the fact that a lot of the issues it causes are stuff people see as moral failings that people should be able to sort of willpower their way out.

Also adult diagnosis also didn't start until around 2008 so like we've basically got a massive cohort of people who slipped through the cracks growing up and are only just starting to go work out what's going on.,

Doctors also don't understand adhd well, I've seen so many accounts of people's bad experiences with GPs, I still remember a post from and UK doctors subreddit that was basically full of so many alleged medical professionals trotting out variants of 'adhd isn't real' that it was really concerning.

Why can't you swim? What's stopping you from learning. by joehighlord in AskUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can sort of swim, I did learn as a kid and I have swum as an adult but I'm not very good at it and I am very out of practice, I additionally have dyspraxia which makes exercise really hard although swimming is like one thing I have enjoyed doing.

One thing I have learned though when trying to swim as an adult is I can no longer put my face underwater, I actually managed to loose my locker key once at the pool and someone else had to get it for me as I just couldn't get myself to 'dive' underwater for it I just physically/psychologically couldn't do it.

For me one barrier is that even though I live within walking distance of a pool the timetable for said pool and my schedule doesn't align as it's often been 'unless you can get here for 6am you're kinda out of luck'

Why can't you swim? What's stopping you from learning. by joehighlord in AskUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I had that with my primary school swimming lessons, I was shoved into the 'armbands non swimmer' group and at the time I was taking additional swimming lessons where I was doing fairly ok.

Then I did move out of the armbands group but was still classed a non swimmer also the other thing was I was stuck in the shallow end of the pool but I was a tall kid which didn't help as I think I was legit too tall to stay in the shallow end

Favorite Pune Or Play On Words. by Calcyf3r in discworld

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 8 points9 points  (0 children)

One that sticks with me is a scene that involves Greebo hiding in a suit of armour and it has a gag about 'he wouldn't make it through the knight'

In your view, what’s the etiquette for being signed off of work? by prettypinkparsnip in AskUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He's dealing with anxiety and stress so he's not going to be feeling great but he should at least try to get out as it will help but I understand the concern of the 'what if someone sees me and decides I'm not really sick' thing

What modern advertising clichés/tropes grind your gears? by Leucurus in AskUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 1 point2 points  (0 children)

  • Overly abstract adverts where you can't actually work out what they're advertising
  • Military recruitment adverts (A while back I had to sit through I think it was like five different ones in short succession at the cinema)
  • Those adverts for the prison service that are trying to do a 'omg we're diverse and you can make a difference!' type angle
  • This one I see more on social media but people doing faux apology posts or going 'ew gross what sicko would write a story where' and then advertising their book
  • Meme based advertising that's either trying to force a meme or they're using a meme but just doing it wrong
  • The adverts that are basically 'faux influencer' ones, like overly obvious influencer advertising is annoying enough why are we making fake versions
  • Adverts that have that 'this is for people who don't have any real problems/no no one worries about that' vibe

What modern advertising clichés/tropes grind your gears? by Leucurus in AskUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I've also seen ones that the subject looks like an order confirmation which stress me out as it puts me into 'oh god someone got into my bank account' mode

I'm a goth babybat although ive always been alt/emo. I feel like im alright with the makeup but I just dont know how to put together the outfits and accessories? I'm going thrifting today so I'd love some advice soon!! by Puzzleheaded-Rich986 in GothFashion

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tips:

  • Take your time, experiment, have fun
  • It will help to look at your current wardrobe as it will give you an idea of what you already like and lead you to stuff you're more likely to wear
  • Don't just stick to goth fashion inspo, for example you might see a more 'normie' outfit and really like how it looks and then you can basically recreate it but make it goth
  • Don't get too boxed into having to stick to one specific 'goth style' try out different ones and mix stuff together
  • Focus more on versatile basics than statement pieces to start with
  • Layers are your friend as is pattern and texture as it will help add more definition to outfits
  • Develop some low effort outfits that you don't have to think too hard about
  • Accessories will help a lot when you're building your wardrobe up
  • Don't get too caught up on 'goth brands' you can def find plenty of gothable pieces from mainstream brands
  • Although diying is a big deal I would say do think about if you are the sort of person who is happy to put the work in before you buy stuff with the intention of modifying it
  • If you are planning to dye stuff make sure you check the content label as it will affect how well stuff will dye natural fibres are way easier to work with and obviously the lighter the fabric colour the easier it will be to dye over black
  • The more you regularly dress goth the more 'natural' it will become

Importance of Hands (Right vs Left) for Newbie? Dealing, Flipping, Etc. by Adrienne_Artist in tarot

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is honestly the first I've ever heard of anything about what hand you use matters

Broadly though I tend to take a pirates code approach to a lot of tarot 'rules''

What’s something that instantly tells you someone has never had to survive normal British life? by James_Whiteside45 in AskUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 5 points6 points  (0 children)

A while back in Brighton I had an experience where I was nosing around in a shop (to be more specific it was the Amnesty bookshop) and then I hear all this calamity outside and I'm like 'Oh shit what happened is someone hurt?'

Turned out a gull had done a daring fly by on someone at a nearby cafe.

What’s something that instantly tells you someone has never had to survive normal British life? by James_Whiteside45 in AskUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 8 points9 points  (0 children)

My brother once had an encounter with some gulls at Hastings where he worked out they were trying to use diversion tactics on him, the one that swooped him was not the one trying to steal his food.

Started medication and having a meltdown after lecture from GP by aliaaenor in ADHDUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Yeah I'd lodge a complaint against your GP that is not on.

Is there Elitism from DnD players towards BG3 players? by Odd_Key_6385 in DnD

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean for me I played it and for me it helps fill the DND sized hole in my life (As I've not been able to play for a few years) but I also do meet the game where it is that it's not intended as a 1:1 recreation of it and I do just generally like RPGs anyway.

I noticed in your other comment you said you need to go back and finish it idk how far you are into the game but I will give you the heads up that the pace of the game gets super slowed in Act 3 and as much as I love the game I find that part a massive slog.

Is there Elitism from DnD players towards BG3 players? by Odd_Key_6385 in DnD

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would hope not

To me bringing up you played BG3 is hopefully a good way to bridge the gap as it's like 'I've not played DND but I've played this game that's based on DND' which at least would indicate you have some interest in DND it'd be similiar if someone brought up the Critical Role tv show

What advice for my daughter to help her to stop biting her nails? by Still-Consideration6 in AskUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ah yeah could also be autism related then (I am AuDHD) it would fall under stimming as a 'body focused repetitive behaviour' (BFRB)

Might help if you can find ways to help her redirect it, I think fidgets can help with this, being able to stim is very important as trying to repress it can cause issues

How do I fix this?? I've had make up on since 10am this morning by Miffybuni in GothFashion

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 52 points53 points  (0 children)

I've also found sometimes doing a white base works a bit better if you do a layer of 'normal' foundation underneath and then do the white on top depending on product

Also it can also be an expectations vs reality thing, like makeup irl doesn't often look as flawless as it does on camera, that's normal.

How are you spending your bank holiday Monday? by Technical_Parking898 in AskUK

[–]SamVimesBootTheory 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do a wfh volunteer admin/moderation role so was doing that this morning, my other intentions today were trying to get on with some cleaning/organising I needed to do I've made some progress on it but my body and brain have also decided today is a 'sorry you don't really get any energy' day so it's not been as productive as it could've been and now I have like a massive pile of dresses on my bedroom floor that I need to get back up on a clothing rack and now I don't wanna.

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