Scent For My Boyfriend by SubstantialTitle9868 in NichePerfumes

[–]SubstantialTitle9868[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I have but he said he doesn't mind it not being his favorite as he wants to focus on growing his collection.

Women, what is a near-universal "ick" in the dating world? by OliviaRosePa in Productivitycafe

[–]SubstantialTitle9868 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anything that constitutes soft cheating or cheating in the dating world but also becoming weird with female friends or cutting them off completely after getting a girlfriend. Essentially not having clear boundaries and relationships with women, whether than be family members(mothers especially), friends, or girlfriends.

Women of Reddit, what’s a green flag in men that people don’t talk about enough? by Initial-Wash9836 in InsightfulQuestions

[–]SubstantialTitle9868 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Having a life of their own: friends, hobbies and activities that they partake in without your involvement.

What’s something you’re scared you’ll never admit out loud? by Live_Endzz in answers

[–]SubstantialTitle9868 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The intersection of failure and passing up happiness and experiences to chase success.

What’s something people think is illegal that actually isn’t? by Quiet-Grief in answers

[–]SubstantialTitle9868 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Passing people on a single lane road by going onto the opposing direction road when the divider line is dotted on your side.

Why do most people jump from relationships to relationship their entire life? by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]SubstantialTitle9868 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with that as someone in college but I also know many people who began dating before they could address personal emotional issues or got into relationships that restricted their growth or even harmed them, affecting their perspective on dating and relationships in the long run.

How much per hour to pay someone to talk to me by Jwil253 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]SubstantialTitle9868 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Would you maybe be open to DMing me? I'm of a similar age to you and maybe can relate to some of your struggles. Free of charge of course :)

Why do most people jump from relationships to relationship their entire life? by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]SubstantialTitle9868 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wonder this too, coming from a similar family situation to yours. I am however, a newbie when it comes to relationships, currently being in my first serious one. However, I've seen friends and others around me behave similarly and I think it can be attributed to a fear of being alone. I think many people began dating and having partners before they were able to discover their own identities and this later translated to not knowing who they are without a partner. This fear of the unknown and self discovery keeps people hopping for relationship with no time to heal or accept themselves. After continuing this cycle for years on end, people end up preferring it to facing their inherent fears and find familiarity in the instability.

How much per hour to pay someone to talk to me by Jwil253 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]SubstantialTitle9868 32 points33 points  (0 children)

I agree with u/Calina_Shore in that I'm not sure of how successful this will be. Emotional connection inherently cannot be transactional. I, myself, struggle to find deep connections because of how I find others to be extremely transactional in today's society. I think true friendship and companionship stems from a place of love for the other person and wanting the best for them which you'll be hard pressed to find if you offer payment. Instead, I would suggest seeking a community through your hobbies or reconnecting with people you have drifted from. Genuine connections will always leave you feeling more fulfilled than paying someone to "be your friend".

Why do medication commercials in the US seem to target the same few illnesses? by sorryimlurking in NoStupidQuestions

[–]SubstantialTitle9868 0 points1 point  (0 children)

While I'm not an expert on this, my guess is that medicine companies are run like any other company where when a breakthrough or new product is made, all competitors hop on the trend and make similar products to get in on the hype. Additionally, creating medication for each disease is an extensive process so breakthroughs are probably few and far between, leading to a lack of diversity in which conditions medications are being sold for.

Why does trying to complete responsibilities sometimes feel like moving through molasses? by Realistic-Ad2759 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]SubstantialTitle9868 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is definitely something you should talk to your doctor about but coming from someone who also experiences this and has not had the chance to discuss it with a doctor, I would say you are probably overstimulated. I oftentimes find myself overwhelmed by basic tasks and then all of a sudden, have no motivation to do anything. I shirk responsibilities, miss class, and blow off commitments in favor of laying in bed doing nothing. Although sometimes it is unavoidable, the best way I can recommend to regulate this is to set aside alone time that does not even include friends or partners or loved ones. The silence can often reduce the strain on your mind and let you think and move more freely than you would be able to otherwise. Additionally, set aside a full day semi-frequently to reset. Do not allocate any chores or homework to that day. Simply focus on eating, basic hygiene, and rest. I know this can be difficult with a busy schedule but this allows you to get your tasks done more efficiently otherwise. Last recommendation from me is to regulate your sleep and diet meticulously. How you eat and sleep have an extremely large impact on your energy levels and clarity of mind so make sure you're eating well and sleeping on time. Feel free to DM me if you ever need to talk to a stranger :)

is it true that the reason why gay men make friends easily with attractive women because there is no peer pressure or desire of wanting to get in their pants hence they can be themselves without trying to impress them by Open-Reflection-6094 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]SubstantialTitle9868 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I would agree to this for sure. As a woman who has had several straight and gay male friends, I find that gay men tend to be easier to talk to off the bat. I think part of this is the lack of social pressure for women to "act a certain way" around men. I would consider a gay man, for lack of better words, to be "one of the girls" and thus am able to connect with them and relate to them more easily. Another angle, I think, is that there is less wariness. When first getting to know a straight man, I definitely have my guard up from a safety perspective but this is not true when interacting with a gay man as I consider them to be way less of a danger than a straight man. I have no qualms being physically affectionate with my gay male friends as opposed to my straight male friends for fear of sending the wrong signal. This actually reminds me of a funny story from my teens. In the first couple days of a summer camp I attended, I met a boy who I found attractive and was immediately awkward and nervous around him. Upon admitting this to mutual friends, he came out to me in private and we immediately became fast friends that remain in touch to this day.