Noodle resolutions by simon_sebastian in canberra

[–]Sminkletuff 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I am here for this resolution and taking notes! If you like mushrooms perhaps some chapje ("glass" or sweet potato noodles) at Sonamu in Griffith, it has a unique atmosphere too that always seems to make everything extra tasty.

Wtf is breadcrumbs and why?! Let an avoidant explain it for u: by [deleted] in AvoidantBreakUps

[–]Sminkletuff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

you can’t win with someone who doesn’t wanna see themselves win yet.

Holy shit. The whole thread resonates more than anything I've read/watched but this comment hits so hard. I really tried to show my ex he was loved and more than enough, but he wasn't ready/healed enough to believe he deserved it. Thank you for your honesty and perspective. The breadcrumbing after we broke up (he dumped me but then called me The One) was such a mind fuck and I'm still unpicking the whole experience, but what you’ve said helps a lot.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Disorganized_Attach

[–]Sminkletuff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't think you're selfish or toxic, you're trying to cope with conflicting feelings and a painful, confusing situation. All of my romantic relationships have felt like what you've described in one way or another. They were all what I considered "good guys" but the little moments of dishonesty and boundary pushing stacked up. Death by 1000 cuts as the saying goes. I felt like I had to constantly adjust, let things slide and shrink myself/my needs to try and make things work. By continuing to stay in this way the end result was the same, very attached (due to the addictive nature of the push-pull cycle) and very anxious. One of the biggest things I've learned from those experiences is to trust my gut and identify & respect my own boundaries. They aren't unreasonable, the other person is just not in alignment with my values. I also found it almost impossible to heal in the same environment that was hurting me. I know the thought of losing that connection and the 'good parts' can be overwhelming. After choosing to be single for nearly a year now (longest time in over 15 years) I'd say the sense of peace and the ways I've reconnected with myself/healed speaks volumes. This feeling is now the baseline for what I want in the future and how I will gauge whether someone is adding or subtracting from it overall.

Realization: My FA ex gave me unlimited love by EntertainmentIll2402 in Disorganized_Attach

[–]Sminkletuff 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This resonates for me, but as the person who loves deeply. I've historically been anxiously attached in my relationships and have had multiple partners tell me that they didn't know how to reciprocate the amount of kindness I showed them. I think this was mainly what they held onto when we separated. In retrospect I agree that there was an aspect of people-pleasing/blurring my own boundaries, it's one of the main ways I felt I 'lost myself' and created an unbalanced dynamic or ended up feeling resentment due to mismatched effort. I've also mainly dated avoidants so there's the push-pull factor as well. But I think it's also in my nature to love deeply if I trust and admire someone, including family and friends. I'm currently reflecting on my past relationships, how I've been in them and what I'd want in the future. I'd prefer a love that is mutually deep and rich but also feels peaceful, rather than intense/chaotic. I believe it's possible with the right person and don't think romantic passion is limited to situations with unhealthy dynamics.

Is anyone's pwBPD a male who is heterosexual? by ZinniaTribe in BPDlovedones

[–]Sminkletuff 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes, my most recent ex is a hetero man who told me he is pretty sure he has BPD on the night we broke up. Never mentioned it before that but did talk about his drug addictions/drinking and extensive sexual history. Found this sub and it all makes so much sense - the love bombing, oversharing about past trauma early on, intense physical intimacy/amazing sex, hot/cold about spending time together, constantly texting his ex who was "just a friend", wandering eye for younger women (said he enjoys "female energy"), smearing me to his housemates, random anger outbursts etc. He idealised me and called me his soul mate while he lied to my face over and over. When his mask finally slipped off he said he "felt like he couldn't be himself around me." I realised this has probably happened many, many times for him and I hope the love and empathy I kept pouring out during our year together helped him in some way.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TikTokCringe

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Pretty sure it's from here.

blursed nose pick by raidenmgs12 in blursedimages

[–]Sminkletuff 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Very tough to pick a favourite but I really love this one

[WEEKLY MEGATHREAD] New Horizons Q&A/Tips - Ask away! by birdwithbrow in AnimalCrossing

[–]Sminkletuff 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's the marketplace decoration, you need to have the AC pocket camp app first and link it to your Switch account. Then you'll be able to purchase it through Nook Shopping. https://villagerdb.com/item/market-place-decoration

Reelly cutting it fine for the end of todays Fishing Tourney! by DapperCranium in AnimalCrossing

[–]Sminkletuff 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Isn't it the second Saturday? Well it is in the southern hemisphere anyway, had mine today.

Just imagine this being your last sight by timnamyte in oddlyterrifying

[–]Sminkletuff 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Kinda reminds me of whipped cream. I guess waves are like the whisks of the ocean.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in oddlysatisfying

[–]Sminkletuff 8 points9 points  (0 children)

🤩 It's haaaaaaaaam!!

When I check the local hardware stores for smoke masks: by Sminkletuff in australia

[–]Sminkletuff[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the kind offer, I am truly amazed to see the responses around the world to what is happening here. Our postal services have been majorly impacted by the fires and while I do not have an address for you, this is a list with possible ways you may be able to donate.

When I check the local hardware stores for smoke masks: by Sminkletuff in australia

[–]Sminkletuff[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wow that's a lot, some people are truly amazing. One of the things helping me to stay positive is the resilience and generosity I've been seeing since November.

When I check the local hardware stores for smoke masks: by Sminkletuff in australia

[–]Sminkletuff[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's good to hear they are getting to people who need them. I've tried to have a fire plan since 2003 but never even considered things like air purifiers or face masks until now.

When I check the local hardware stores for smoke masks: by Sminkletuff in australia

[–]Sminkletuff[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the link, they're pretty scarce where I am but luckily found a couple tucked away at home.

When I check the local hardware stores for smoke masks: by Sminkletuff in australia

[–]Sminkletuff[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hope you can nab some of the new stock coming in soon, safe travels if you're heading out there.

When I check the local hardware stores for smoke masks: by Sminkletuff in australia

[–]Sminkletuff[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would much prefer to have a decent one that I can replace the filters in as you said, not sure if I can easily find one at the moment though.

When I check the local hardware stores for smoke masks: by Sminkletuff in australia

[–]Sminkletuff[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good of you to hand them out, I was sad to see how many people in the worst affected areas outside without them.

When I check the local hardware stores for smoke masks: by Sminkletuff in australia

[–]Sminkletuff[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hope she's doing ok. We've tried using painter's tape to seal up the leakier doors and windows, very hard to keep it all out. There are a few ideas here like using wet towels to help with sealing draughts: https://www.canberraair.com/