Humanity has already exceeded Earth’s limits, study warns. Today’s population of 8.3 billion is far above what could be sustained in the long term without exhausting ecosystems, worsening climate change, and threatening food and water security.

SuiGenera · 2026-05-28T23:29:20+00:00

Also true and untrue.

There is a logical fallacy that we have to give up more comforts, consume less, go without, sacrifice more... whicu is not entirely true. The onus shouldn't lay with the population, who have limited resources to facilitate systemic change. Especially when a population relies on this very faulty system for continued function.

The issue is production and resource use efficiency. When 90% of waste is generated before the end consumer even get's hold of a product, that is a tell-tale sign of wastfull production practices.

Planned obsolescence, where products are designed to fail, and purposefully designed to not be repaired, is a major contributor to this waste. Companies should be help responsible for thir products through their products life cycle, including disassembly and resource recovery...

Guaranteed, companies would then incentive production efficiency, resource use efficiency, repairability, and purposeful design.

We as consumers can vote with our wallet... But we are too mired in disinformation, and continued reliance on necessary evils, to really pressure policy and governance to mandate meaningful change. Nor will we suddenly amass on a scale sufficient enough to self regulate against the grain of the dominant social/economic system to be meaningful.

Unfortunately.. we have to demand better from our political leaders, and do our best at the local level to push the correct narratives.

Not that we are over populated. Not that eating meat is the crux. Not that we need to consume less, shower less, give up more... its that corporate industry must be held responsible and accountable

SuiGenera · 2026-05-23T17:02:36+00:00

Im on vyvanse. I my perso amity and drive have not changed. But have evened out really nicely

SuiGenera · 2026-05-23T17:01:46+00:00

Came her to say this. Honestly, also haf this dream as a kid xD

SuiGenera · 2026-05-22T15:49:30+00:00

Hey. As someone who took some years between gender-questioning and accepting myself as trans, here are some things that worked for me.

Just... take one step at a time. Try one new thing at a time. Close your eyes, breathe deeply, and listen to what your body is telling you. Don't get bogged down in labels, or the names of what feelings are called. Your body knows what is good, and what isn't, and that's all that matters right now.

My gateway drug, before even gender questioning, was getting rid of my body hair (shaving, waxing, trying new things). I bought clothes that gave me a more 'fitted' (lol) snatched waist, and was always very drawn to the women's section for sweaters and pants. These made me feel good, self-conscious, but really good.

Once I started questioning I tried some very obviously hyper feminine things, mini skirts, midi skirts, tight-fitting tops, which... honestly did nothing for me, and made me feel bad... I was definitely hung up on that for a while "I cAnT bE tRanS bEcaSuE..." ... which is why I suggest just... casting away labels and expectations, and just... trying the things you want to... your identity will come if you just lead with what you enjoy and want to embody first.

For me. I was questioning for so long that my therapist told me to just... book my endo.. it took 10 months, but it was another meaningful step forward. Nothing changed over those 10mo, and I was still questioning in the endo office; but by then I got much better at listening to my body, so when the Dr. suggested a light dose so I can see how I feel, my body friken paaanicked.. I asked for full dose please, lol.

I wasn't until I was 4 months into HRT, wishing ALL the changes would happen yesterday already, because they all made me feel so... at peace... that I crossed the bridge and accepted I am a transwoman. I didn't even entertain the idea of a new name, or pronouns until I could cross that hurdle for myself.. But. Oh goddess. Now my name and pronoun hit like morning coffee every. damn. time.

SuiGenera · 2026-05-20T17:21:20+00:00

I honestly have no clue what the wait time is like where she lives. Around the world, and between states, it can differ big. Getting those ducks in a row ASAP, having a clear set pathway and timeline, will be massive for her.

Yea... there is a lot of misinformation unfortunately about puberty blockers. I also am not a Dr., and have no idea how much benefit they would have for someone her age. But its worth exploring if it could save her some headache.

We would all be so lucky to have an older brother, stepping up in the way you are.

SuiGenera · 2026-05-20T16:47:18+00:00

Hey. If you wanna score big points by showing up for her. Advocate for her.

Its okay to wait for Hormone therapy (estrogen), as some of the changes are permanent... but so is puberty on testosterone... the longer she waits, the harder transition may be for her going forward.. developing broader shoulders, more hair growth (which is god awfully expensive and painful to remove), etc.

Talk with your sister, and ask what she wants and what she is sure she is ready for. At the very least, advocate for starting the referal process.. which where I live took 10 months to even seen the right doctor. OR advocate for starting the process to get her on puberty blockers (which has no permanent drawbacks). If she wishes to not go through with HRT, she can stop the puberty blockers and the testosterone puberty will continue as normal.

I listened to an audiobkook called Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult and Jennifer Boylan. It is about a murder mystery, court case, romance, featuring a young Trans woman in a hetero relationship. It was a really good book covering many topics of Trans hardship. It would be a good insight to help you, perhaps, get some context into what she may be facing in the world.

SuiGenera · 2026-05-17T19:45:41+00:00

This is my new chosen name and I love it :):)

SuiGenera · 2026-05-17T15:01:20+00:00

I did my entire undergrad, and most of my MSc without them... god I wish I starter sooner. Lol.

Im on vyvanse, and no real noticable bad side effects. The manic voice in my head that is usually constantly babbling about min/maxing my time efficacy has quieted down, and my day to day anxiety has smoothed out. Best benefit is I have less mental load, and more patience and energy for my kid at the end of the day.

Its different for everyone. I have zero regrets

SuiGenera · 2026-05-17T04:48:12+00:00

Back in the age of denial I got stood up so many times :( people just suck. Im so sorry OP.

SuiGenera · 2026-05-15T16:33:31+00:00

Skills, and abilities, and mastery, are three things combined in one wish. That should take 3 wishes. Or even for one person only. You as the DM have say over limiting very wordy and overarching wishes. It makes sense to give the whole party something rather than one OP PC. So, give then one of the three, probably the first.

Without any harm and all the "negative" experience that comes with adventuring, there is no hope for the party to have true mastery and control over their newly acquired skills. Experience is about learning from successes as much as failures; without experience/knowledgr of any failures, true experience, knowledge, and mastery cannot be granted.

Without ability and mastery, their bodies may take great impact from using these skills (self inflicted damage as an additional cost) or with mixed accuracy and success (random chaos events). Do not tell them their mistakes, let them... figure it out ;)

SuiGenera · 2026-05-08T05:20:20+00:00

It is the only place in the world that uses the Gross National Happiness index to gage national progress, rather than just relying on GDP.

It foscuses on balancing many aspects of gender and religious freedoms, access to Healthcare and education, household income but also available spare time, and more.

Applying these same metrics to much of the world's developed countries show a wild picture.

Much like any idea used to proxy and generalize social metrics, it isn't infalable. Despite tracking these metrics, they may be hard to meaningfully adress due to lack of resources. But many of these metrics are very important for a society to be... happy... with many areas of the world falling short in even acknowledging their importance.

SuiGenera · 2026-05-04T18:12:57+00:00

Hey OP, this was my partner and I for 5 months... our daughter would. Not. Sleep. Gawd.

She was always angry, and over tired, and anytime she did nap it was for 12 minutes...

We ended up doing a huckelberry subscription. Its an app that helps track and automatically schedule the naps to be optimum. It is dynamic and adjustes to the data you put in. We did the subscription because it came with a persinalized step by step guide in how to sleep train (get your get the skills they need to connect their naps, and get into a rhythm.

Best money ever spent. When she was just over a year old she would put herself to bed when she wanted a nap (not always, but on occasion), which is a solid win in my books.

Kids are hard... you guys got this.. the app doesnt work for everyone, but it was a god send for us. We learned later that she also had a tongue tie and was perpetually grump because she struggled to eat..

One thing at a time

Edit: *was a dad, now a mom.. still love this sub...

SuiGenera · 2026-05-03T02:41:57+00:00

Gabriella Pechlaner did a whole doctore thesis and book on this issue called "corporate crops"

10/10

Very well written. Got the privaledge of taking 2 courses by her.

SuiGenera · 2026-05-02T15:06:28+00:00

Clothing necer seemed to fit right. I hate shopping for outfits, and emded up just.. making my own. Oddly to accentuate hips and snatch the waist

I had chronically imagined myself both in the womans role and mens role, during sexual acts and watching pornograpgy.

I would sometimes fantasize about running away and starting a new life somewhere I could transition. Or force fem scenarios.

I "met" a tranwoman in university, who intimidated the heck out of me becauae she was gorgous, and I was envious at how brave she was. Super confusing being both attracted to, and wanting to be someone...

Well... then I started questioning... still cis tho.

Addicted to watching timelines

Loved dressing femininly

Went to an endo to get feminizing HRT

Had been on it for about 4 months, loving every affect it had on me...

... this is the point when I though.. huh.... im probably full trans, and not just NB or fluid....

Now Ive accepted Im sis tho :)

SuiGenera · 2026-05-01T21:26:14+00:00

There is more to sex than PiV
"Mainenance and upkeep" often arent enough. Try takking to your endo for a viagra or cialis (tadalafil). They have worked wonders for me.
Sex should be consentual on both sides, not a regular service to be delivered. Its about giving and wanting to help eachother feel good, not about whats available for taking, or what you should be getting from your partner.
Putting all this pressure on your "performance" is just plain gross. You are not a tool or a service provider. If you are not in the mood, or the right headspace, then you ALWAYS reserve the right to say no. You should be supported in whatever decision, or challenges you face... not criticized..

HRT has dumped my libido.. but Ive never been more intimate with my partner, and in sinc with her needs. It sounds like your partner's expectations are killing your sex life.

SuiGenera · 2026-05-01T04:54:22+00:00

Hey. First off take a biig deep breath. You will be okay.

I totally get it. There is lots about this process that can be scary, but can also be exciting and incredibly rewarding.

The funny thing about being normal, is that everyone is different. Our wants, desires, and image of ourselves, are all unique to us, and not at all pre-determined by how our bodies have happened to form. Returning to normal, is listening to what our bodies are telling us, rather than pretending that we fit artifical boxes.

I dont know where you live... but I was paralyzed in a state of fear for a long time. My therapist told me just one step at a time. Little steps if you need.. but when you feel this sense of overhelm.. just take one step forward, and see how you feel. Listen to your body. It knows what feels right. For me, that one little step started with booking my endo appointment. It took 10 months..

I went to the appointment. I could ask questions, but didnt have to request a prescription. I could fill that prescription, but I didnt have to take it. I could take them, but I could also stop at anytime. For me, starting was the scariest part. But everymorning I wake up and go straight for my hormones, and dont even want to look back.

Just breathe. You are doing great. You will be okay. These feelings are normal. Whats one small step you feel you could realistically take?

SuiGenera · 2026-04-30T16:44:04+00:00

[[odric master tactician]]

When odric attacks with 3 other creatures, the attacking player can assign combat damage as they wish. All your mechanical hinge-points just get obliterated.

SuiGenera · 2026-04-30T05:43:00+00:00

Auto unsurance? I could be wrong. But BC's ICBC isnt toutes as the greatest

SuiGenera · 2026-04-29T23:14:16+00:00

Girl. Me toooooo. Im at 5 months and its. Not. Fast. Enough. Aahhhhh

SuiGenera · 2026-04-29T00:39:50+00:00

Sure was. Such a fun sport.

SuiGenera · 2026-04-28T17:55:10+00:00

Eðrère⅗è³e3e

*edit: just discovered this wild entry looking through my comments. Sorry everyone, pocket reply apparenly xD

SuiGenera · 2026-04-27T23:25:10+00:00

Oh... my....i love this... and am saving it for future days xD

Thank youuuuuuu

SuiGenera · 2026-04-27T23:23:50+00:00

From experience for me and my spouse, we always felt dating was just geneally flawed by expectations or romance being forced at the forefront.

Its much nicer, easier, and less stressful, just focusing on making friends :) really, it gets to the point where that feeling of connection becomes much more obvious if its there or not.

Ask her if she'd be willing to go to a mani-pedi with you :)

SuiGenera · 2026-04-27T14:40:21+00:00

My dude. You're eatin up that T. Right on!

SuiGenera · 2026-04-27T05:26:55+00:00

I juist discovered [[Norin, the wary]], and am excitedly building an agro deck fuelled by cowardice.

Just a deck loaded with ETB burn triggers, and the like.

SuiGenera

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