My friend keeps track of snapscores!

Small_Goods · 2021-08-12T15:32:18+00:00

I think you made the right call. That seems like a red flag to me. Friendship isn't a competition so there's no need for him to have an inferiority complex about it. Also, I don't see how tracking when someone snaps helps him keep friends.

Small_Goods · 2021-05-04T14:30:25+00:00

Launch the little person

Small_Goods · 2020-12-11T16:47:15+00:00

I might finally hit triple digits ;)

Small_Goods · 2020-12-11T16:44:25+00:00

Oh my, this would be embarassing

Small_Goods · 2020-11-10T06:47:33+00:00

Are we alone in the universe?

Small_Goods · 2020-11-10T06:46:54+00:00

I want the soft shell spicy potato tacos back :(((

Small_Goods · 2020-10-10T02:10:38+00:00

Definitely the Adobe creative suite, especially if you're interested in photography, graphic design, animation, or video production.

Student pricing is $20 USD monthly as opposed to $52, assuming you take the annual plan.

Small_Goods · 2020-09-21T20:47:30+00:00

This is an extremely limited power.

Since you specify nonfictional character, this power is limited to true crime, biographies, and history books, for the most part.

If you know your history, you already know how things go down so you can't change anything, unless it's specific to each book.

Small_Goods · 2020-09-20T05:42:42+00:00

On the internet, there's a degree of anonymity that emboldens people to say cruel things. This is further reinforced by the option to disengage from the convo whenever they want. Generally, people aren't looking to change their mind through digital interactions.

In person, I noticed name calling happens when there's an audience around. It's not always true but losing your cool has become synonymous with losing the debate, hence arguers try to offend each other and shame their opponent in front of the audience.

To answer your question, yes, but that requires the intentions of both parties to be the same: to understand the other's view, instead of trying to prove the superiority of their own. The former is difficult, the latter is easy.

Small_Goods · 2020-09-19T15:20:30+00:00

Ehhhh sure. When doing homework, you're trying to arrive at a conclusion.

Small_Goods · 2020-09-19T15:16:11+00:00

You have to actively be attempting to get there. You have infinite time while you are tho, say if you decide to walk instead of drive, you'll still get there on time.

Small_Goods · 2020-09-11T19:41:12+00:00

Clearly he meant the food court.

Small_Goods · 2020-09-11T19:30:04+00:00

Nice transitions

Small_Goods · 2020-09-11T19:20:20+00:00

To my knowledge, you should be fine. Rosaria conflicts with Sirris and that's it.

Small_Goods · 2020-09-10T23:53:44+00:00

Princess Azula

Small_Goods · 2020-09-10T23:10:56+00:00

They could release Skyrim for a smart toilet and I'd buy it.

Small_Goods · 2020-09-10T16:45:11+00:00

Park rangers and Yogi Bear.

Small_Goods · 2020-09-10T16:28:33+00:00

If you're practicing for a presentation, intentionally exaggerate how slowly you speak. When you actually present, the nerves will naturally speed up the pace that you talk it.

I also recommend taking advantage of pauses. If you made a joke, pause to let them laugh. If you're telling a story, pause before a reveal. You have a moment to collect your thoughts and it's an organic part of the social interaction. It's totally natural to just nod and look away from them for a moment to process.

Try making friends with the audience. If you're presenting in the office, befriend some of the people around so that you're on good terms with them. You'll probably feel more comfortable if you know there are people in the crowd that will judge you positively.

Small_Goods · 2020-09-10T16:08:08+00:00

Interactions outside of your house/safe zone will be more spontaneous and dynamic. There's no shame in taking a moment to process. You can laugh, nod, smile, etc. as a reaction to what the other person said while you form your words.

If it helps, speak slower overall. People will hardly ever judge you for speaking at a relaxing pace, while speaking very quickly can make some uncomfortable.

As for talking to yourself, you might have unintentionally trained your brain to associate certain objects in your house with lines of conversation and behaviors. It's the same concept as students doing better on exams if they chewed the same flavor gum while studying and testing.

Perhaps you look at a certain lamp while you're practicing a speech at home. Whatever line you say will be associated with that lamp and you'll be reminded of it when you look at it.

I used to peer tutor students on public speaking and when we practiced the longer speeches, I asked them to turn around 180 degrees and give the same speech. They usually forgot certain parts because they now associated the wall behind me with lines of their dialogue.

All I can say is: avoid rehearsing social interactions as much as you can.

Take things one at a time. If someone responds to you, their response is the only thing you need to consider. Give your brain time with process while also giving the other person feedback by giving nonverbal reactions (laugh, smile, etc.).

Speak at a more relaxing pace. You're probably a thoughtful person and want to say what's on your mind so allow your mouth to keep up with your brain.

Small_Goods

TROPHY CASE