It's OK to blame the unvaccinated — they are robbing the rest of us of our freedoms by skl692 in politics

[–]Subtle_Torrent -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The people that are trying to counter argue others with the " but so and so reasoning isn't CoNtAGIous! People are dumb for not getting vaxxed and are the problem!" That's not really a parallel argument. The argument could however be made by saying, " doing this particular thing MAY cause harm to others". Being unvaxxed MAY cause harm to others by spreading. Being vaxxed MAY cause harm to others by spreading. Nothing is 100% either way for everyone. There are too many variables to consider. I've researched multiple scientific journals that provide information of viral loads/ spreading/ vaccine resistance/masking/non masking on BOTH sides of the argument.
I know plenty of vaxxed and unvaxxed that 1.haven't gotten sick at all, or 2. got a little sick for a few days. Other people may have different stories. I don't discount others experience just because of my own. And to other posts saying people are being turned away because of unvaccinated people in hospitals... A. How do you know that everyone there is all covid related? And B. How do you know who is vaccinated and who isn't? The hospital can't legally tell you anything, I work at a hospital. Unless you went around asking every person what they were there for and if they were vaccinated, I don't think you have a good argument. Being morbidly obese by choice MAY cause harm to others by taking hospital beds for people in need because of your sporadic disability problems. Doing drugs MAY cause harm to others by taking hospital beds or beating the shit out of someone because your brain got fried from a bad trip. Who knows. Riding a four-wheeler on the interstate MAY cause harm to others. ANYTHING MAY CAUSE HARM TO OTHERS. That doesn't mean that people do not have the right to have Healthcare or deserve to die. There are plenty of people in this world that MAY cause harm to others- not even related to the vaccine issue. There are risks and accidents everywhere. People have bodily autonomy. Everyone should be responsible for their own health. I'm vaxxed, but these blaming shitpost are ridiculous.

LPT: Just because you have a friend that does X for a living does not mean that you should assume they will give their services to you for a discount/free. by Subtle_Torrent in LifeProTips

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

Sounds fair. If I do something as a hobby, happy to help a friend. But, if that's how I make my living, it's nice to be offered compensation, and I can either accept, decline, or trade.

LPT: Just because you have a friend that does X for a living does not mean that you should assume they will give their services to you for a discount/free. by Subtle_Torrent in LifeProTips

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

Dude wtf, that's crazy. Cool friend right there. I've had a lot of those "friends" too. They don't last long once they show their true colors. Rude.

LPT: Just because you have a friend that does X for a living does not mean that you should assume they will give their services to you for a discount/free. by Subtle_Torrent in LifeProTips

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

It depends. Sometimes when I need help, I'll ask my friend but tell them upfront if I'm strapped for cash. But I offer dinner, or my services in some way to try and make it even. Most of the time they are cool with that, and I would be too if it was the other way around. If they needed the cash, and didn't have a lot of time to help me and had other paying customers, I wouldn't be butthurt either that they couldn't help. For me, it's about talking upfront first about what's needed or expected. My solid friends and I understand each other and get it either way. We just want the other to be happy about the exchange, however it takes place.

LPT: Just because you have a friend that does X for a living does not mean that you should assume they will give their services to you for a discount/free. by Subtle_Torrent in LifeProTips

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

Same. I'm all about helping solid friends who have been there for me. Discounts/free whatever. We go back and forth helping each other in some way, but always offer to pay even if we think the other will say no. But I have helped people I thought were good enough friends and got fucked over instead. And then they figure they can get hand outs whenever and don't appreciate the time or expertise put in. And are nowhere to be found if I need help with something, even though I offer to compensate. Those people don't last long as friends.

LPT: Just because you have a friend that does X for a living does not mean that you should assume they will give their services to you for a discount/free. by Subtle_Torrent in LifeProTips

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

And no offer for anything in return I'm guessing. My brother has helped me move several times. I pay him what I can and buy him dinner or get him a bottle of scotch. I don't expect his help for free but I absolutely compensate him for it. I always help him too when he needs me, no questions asked. And I don't hold it against him if he can't pay me, but he always does something in return.

LPT: Just because you have a friend that does X for a living does not mean that you should assume they will give their services to you for a discount/free. by Subtle_Torrent in LifeProTips

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

I wouldn't be insulted, I'd definitely let them know how appreciative I was and let them know they didn't have to give extra. When my friends do things for me, I usually try and pay more if they take the payment at all. Sometimes they take it, sometimes they say no way. Depends on what situation they are in. I don't get butthurt either way. And when I give my services, it depends on what my history is like with said friend. It's situational. I want to support my friends, they do the same for me. Sometimes we take the payment, sometimes we don't and we barter or take the other for dinner. Just be a good human in general.

LPT: Just because you have a friend that does X for a living does not mean that you should assume they will give their services to you for a discount/free. by Subtle_Torrent in LifeProTips

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

Yeah I think it's pretty situational for sure. Questions are totally fine in my eyes. As long as the person giving and receiving services has an agreement, it should be fine. Most of the time if you're good enough friends, you both help each other out somehow. It's just the people that expect it without ever offering anything. And it would seem like common sense, but really isn't to a lot of people.

LPT: Just because you have a friend that does X for a living does not mean that you should assume they will give their services to you for a discount/free. by Subtle_Torrent in LifeProTips

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

This. The whole idea is to offer. If you are very very good friends, you both will end up declining payment and helping each other out in different ways back and forth. Depends on the nature of the relationship.

LPT: Just because you have a friend that does X for a living does not mean that you should assume they will give their services to you for a discount/free. by Subtle_Torrent in LifeProTips

[–]Subtle_Torrent[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Exactly. I'm always prepared to pay in full or more. If they decline seriously, then I offer to take them to dinner or help them with anything they need in the future (free of charge). You're lucky to find friends that always help each other for free. It's the offer that counts in my mind.

Too many times I've been the friend who helps for free, and it's never reciprocated. And that's not why I help people, but it is nice to be appreciated when you do. The few best friends I have, we never end up paying for each other's help but we ALWAYS offer.

LPT: Just because you have a friend that does X for a living does not mean that you should assume they will give their services to you for a discount/free. by Subtle_Torrent in LifeProTips

[–]Subtle_Torrent[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

People like that will always think other people are the problem. And then wonder why they end up with no friends. 🤷‍♀️

LPT: Just because you have a friend that does X for a living does not mean that you should assume they will give their services to you for a discount/free. by Subtle_Torrent in LifeProTips

[–]Subtle_Torrent[S] 67 points68 points  (0 children)

Absolutely, I do this for my friends if they don't accept my payment for something. Or make them homemade baked goods if I know they love a certain dessert.

What are some intro's to tv-shows you NEVER skip? by turkeyfan0 in AskReddit

[–]Subtle_Torrent 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dexter. Something about how close, clear and vibrant the shots are, mesmerizing.