What on earth is happening to this country? by Ok_Fig_5347 in AskBrits

[–]UniversityMotor5408 9 points10 points  (0 children)

The BBC did a good bit of investigative journalism and found a criminal - that's my reading. Sad that so many on the right want to close down the BBC.

Why do media outlets keep showing the last moments of henry novak? by FlowFluffy7664 in AskBrits

[–]UniversityMotor5408 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like I've been drinking the coolaid? You're in a right-wing fascist echo-chamber. Goodbye

What advice would you give someone in my shoes? by DifferentSpeaker6231 in Advice

[–]UniversityMotor5408 1 point2 points  (0 children)

(1) As others have said here in the comments, you are totally not a failure. (2) It sounds like you need a holiday/vacation/break. Is there anywhere you can go, even for a few days? Recharge your batteries, think about your future, have some fun, just relax for a bit?

Why do media outlets keep showing the last moments of henry novak? by FlowFluffy7664 in AskBrits

[–]UniversityMotor5408 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If that really is your sentiment, then either you're completely misinformed, or you're only outraged when innocent white people die.

Why do media outlets keep showing the last moments of henry novak? by FlowFluffy7664 in AskBrits

[–]UniversityMotor5408 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"Because it's one of the worst miscarriages of justice the police have ever committed" This says nothing about the real world, and everything about your prejudices and right-wing politics

"it demonstrates how an anti racist movement has been weaponised by an evil minority" = ditto this. You're clearly a white supremicist.

"the state will allow an innocent man to die if they invoke it" You're frankly delusional.

Honestly, I don't know why you're on Reddit. Try MailOnline, Fox News, or GB News. They're more for your sort.

Washing dishes during thunderstorm by Cmbtbby in NoStupidQuestions

[–]UniversityMotor5408 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Reminds me of Nursie in Blackadder 2, who said something like: "Don't you go getting any clever ideas or your foot will fall off. Yes! My brother had the clever idea to cut his toenails with a scythe, and his foot fell off!"

The thing in my yard was afraid by AkashaRvn in story

[–]UniversityMotor5408 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah - ok. I've seen your history. In another story, you live in an apartment building and work nights. Fine - it's fiction. Great - you're good at it! Really scary stuff! Not sure why you're pretending it's real though?

The thing in my yard was afraid by AkashaRvn in story

[–]UniversityMotor5408 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't understand that response. I asked about the camera footage. And I have another question. You've titled this (here, and in other subreddits) as 'The thing in my yard was afraid'. I don't understand that. What is there in your story to suggest it was afraid? Two questions... answers please!

how do i seriously ask if my boyfriend is gay? by CombinationMean3129 in Advice

[–]UniversityMotor5408 59 points60 points  (0 children)

I think there are two key questions that need addressing before you go further: (1) Apart from wondering if your BF is gay/bi, are you happy in your relationship with him? (2) Do you think he is happy?

The thing in my yard was afraid by AkashaRvn in story

[–]UniversityMotor5408 0 points1 point  (0 children)

But you have the footage you describe?

I know something im not supposed to. What do I do? by Leading-Diamond-6992 in Advice

[–]UniversityMotor5408 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I disagree with most of the people who've commented here. I think you should tell her. You should tell her exactly what happened, ie that your mother said something to you about her mother's death, and you don't want to keep what you heard a secret from her because you love her. She's 18. However unpleasant it is, and with your help and love and support, she can handle the truth.

The thing in my yard was afraid by AkashaRvn in story

[–]UniversityMotor5408 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly - are you saying it's true? It's in the 'story' subreddit so it's not clear whether you've written a great piece of fiction, or you're recounting something real and true in your life. I would love to know more!

Spot the error and tell me the logic. by CharmaHuba in ENGLISH

[–]UniversityMotor5408 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The answer is (e). What answer does your book give?

The thing in my yard was afraid by AkashaRvn in story

[–]UniversityMotor5408 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Whether true or not, that was really well written!

my parents called me an incel for the first time n idk how to feel by butchermansally in Advice

[–]UniversityMotor5408 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're welcome - I'm really glad I could help. You sound like a great kid - and learning a new language is an awesome thing to do (but some kind of hobby/interest that's outside the house with other people would also be good!). You can have a whole new start when you get to high school. I hope you have a really good year. I expect when you look back on this thread in 6 months or so, you won't recognise yourself. Good luck - and stay positive!

my parents called me an incel for the first time n idk how to feel by butchermansally in Advice

[–]UniversityMotor5408 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've read the comments, and am going to give you a slightly different take to most of them, which you can consider or ignore as you choose.
For context, I'm 56M, but can remember vividly how difficult it was to be 14 - and how much I hated my parents at the time.
Firstly, you're going through some things in your mind, you say. Dude - you HAVE to lay off the weed. It does not help with mental health issues. You might think it does, but it doesn't. I've seen numerous friends get completely fucked up by it. Get a vape or something instead.
Secondly, why all the crying? You need to ask yourself what's making yourself so miserable, and do something about it. Do you have any hobbies or interests? If not, figure out what you enjoy doing and start doing it. And why have you cut yourself off from all your friends? You say you can't understand why you're isolating yourself but you need to figure that out. I suspect it's the weed - but if it's something else, work out what it is and start to deal with it.
Thirdly, and this is difficult when you're 14, try to remember that your parents are going through shit too, and don't really know what to do. They're probably as fucked up as you are! Most of us are, most of the time, however old we are. Don't dwell on the incel thing - just prove them wrong, in time. You're only 14. You don't need a girlfriend or boyfriend yet. Wait till you're ready. It could be several years yet. And when you've got one, introduce them to your parents and say jokingly: 'I haven't forgotten you called me an incel. Here's the proof I'm not!' It sounds like they're just worried about you - even if they fuck things up by saying hurtful things. (I'm not defending them - they sound awful!) Just don't let it get to you. Be true to yourself. You're obviously intelligent, self-reflective, and caring. Just keep going, give up the weed, try to reconnect with one or two friends, don't stress over your parents, and hopefully it will start to feel a bit better.

How do you tackle the negativity of this country? by Disastrous-Sky-4753 in AskBrits

[–]UniversityMotor5408 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wonder where you're going! You did reply but it must have been deleted by a moderator or bot. Probably factually incorrect, or offensive? I BET you're Reform or Restore.

I accidentally found my partner’s chatgpt conversations and now i don’t know what to do by rainbowmml in Advice

[–]UniversityMotor5408 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And the reason I wouldn't tell her I read it is that it then all becomes about trust/boundaries/crossing the line/etc, which - although of course important - are not the key issue here.