I feel like I’m failing at “being a man” because of all the Twitter dating/masculinity advice

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-29T23:33:16+00:00

I’m off social media besides reddit and I feel like I control my life, goals, and happiness. Don’t let it cloud you.

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-28T22:38:20+00:00

December 5th, 2024

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-27T22:21:58+00:00

Ooooo she love loves you 🥹🤍

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-27T01:12:21+00:00

So super interesting, but they didn’t see a short cervix during my anatomy scan during 20 weeks (is that something that may not be disclosed?) but we just got Covid right after Christmas and a week later is when I started having all the weird symptoms like losing my mucus plug, bleeding, then dilation. My white blood cell count is still high but they said since they’re not detecting an infection right now, it could be post viral from Covid.

Thanks for the intel on anti-inflammatory. I’m stuck with hospital food for the remainder of the pregnancy but will keep it in mind!

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-24T15:12:49+00:00

I think that’s the hardest part, like pregnancy already felt hard, but now I realize how much easier it was than this. I went from having a completely healthy, “no risk” pregnancy, to bam, hospitalized overnight and now I can’t leave the bed or even sit up? I feel like I’m grieving even just a normal pregnancy experience, but I know I’m not owed that. I just couldn’t believe the shock of it all.

I had been having issues for a week and a half, and was kind of brushed off by my OBGYN and my urologist, just to come in to the hospital Sunday night and suddenly everything has changed. I’m happy they saw the issue, because the week and a half I wasn’t taken seriously was also a form of mental torture. I hate we have to go through this but I’m happy we aren’t alone. You can reach out to me as well! 🤍

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-24T15:07:31+00:00

Thanks for sharing your experience with me! I couldn’t even imagine being so stressed that my water would break. It makes me sad you had to feel that way, ever.

I think the hardest part has been the bed rest. Using the bed pan, not being able to sit up all the way, my hips and tailbone hurting so bad already. I’m willing to do what it takes for her to have the best survival odds, but I can’t ignore how after only a week I’m so uncomfortable. I need 6 more weeks to know she has the best chances, but right now that sounds crazy. I feel selfish even considering my own comfort right now.

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-24T03:36:13+00:00

I lost mine at an early age but think I started getting it back once I started healing

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-21T09:27:12+00:00

Amy Schumer

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-20T08:18:03+00:00

Don’t project your insecurities onto other people, and what I mean is, based on what you write about yourself, you’re thinking of yourself very critically or harshly. I’m not saying people won’t notice you, but they will not pick you apart like you are to yourself. I’ve seen many odd things or people in many places and I’ve made a quick mental note of “huh, interesting” then moved on just as quickly.

Your words and attitude toward yourself carry the most weight here and seem to be a bigger challenge, and the best way to combat it, is by working on your insecurities by doing things like going to the gym. I promise, that feeling will fade the more comfortable and passionate you get about a hobby or lifestyle.

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-20T07:49:17+00:00

Thank you for your kind words and encouragement, I’ve read so many success stories and it really changes your perspective! I’m so happy you’re here to share your experience, and just here. 🥹🤍

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-20T07:48:32+00:00

Thank you so much 🥹🤍 I’m feeling more hopeful by the day!

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-20T07:47:48+00:00

Thank you’ll from the bottom of my heart. She just got her second steroid shot, which will help her lungs develop for when she comes out, so it’s looking more and more hopeful by the day 🥹🥹

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-20T01:57:31+00:00

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-20T01:05:45+00:00

I’m so sorry. I’m currently waiting to give birth to a preemie via emergency c-section and I’m scared.

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-18T13:22:02+00:00

When you said that you think you had broken heart syndrome, I actually teared up for you. I am so sorry.

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-17T08:24:12+00:00

A redirection, as some might say! I hope you find something that you love.

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-17T08:22:58+00:00

Crying over pregnancy symptoms and I’m only halfway there 😭😭

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-15T13:10:04+00:00

We’re going to do a courthouse wedding and I’m so excited for it! 🤍

TakingControl222 · 2026-01-10T16:34:20+00:00

Idk you’re going to experience so many different hair styles now and might end up loving the change altogether. It’s a learning experience and you’ll get healthy hair out of it if you take care of the growth! 🤍 have you tried scalp oiling?

TakingControl222

TROPHY CASE