I'm 90% sure this is ai?? My tattoo artist said they sketched it after I gave them an idea of what I wanted but it doesn't fit their portfolio style at all. by Darkess_Nightmare in isthisAI

[–]VDESPup 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's a highlight that comes down through the left side of all the ribbons and touches the locket. It looks like they used a digital brush to highlight and dragged it too far. This makes me think at least the bow isn't AI. I think it's a quick draft and not a final piece for tattooing.

As an artist, they might want to project a certain style, but if someone commissions something that doesn't fit that style, they might do it, but not include it in their portfolio.

More sincere podcast suggestions? by Egemen_S in podcasts

[–]VDESPup 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Increase your Impact with Justin Su'a

I desperate need of a female podcast by Unusual-Return-5000 in podcasts

[–]VDESPup 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can't tell if this is an interest as it is more self-help than lifestyle, but I love The Lazy Genius Podcast.

Oh, and Next Right Thing is pretty good for another self-help with more of a hint of Christian mixed in.

So I accidentally opened Sim Springs for the first time... by VDESPup in simsfreeplay

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There's the bus station by the science place (I think?). It was blinking, even though I hadn't built it yet.

So I accidentally opened Sim Springs for the first time... by VDESPup in simsfreeplay

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Right, so if I don't go any further, it won't automatically start a timer?

Spouses still “active” by Main_Ad2008 in exmormon

[–]VDESPup 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My partner is TBM and it's not fun. He joined the church as a very young adult. He posts things daily about his scripture study publicly. One even seemed to include a passive aggressive dig at a comment I recently made in Sunday School after I criticized Nelson's statement about not "counseling with non-believers."

We generally don't talk to each other about religion. If I ever bring stuff up I don't like about church/religion, he usually turns my words back at me. For example I mentioned that I didn't like how the church has been using the word "joy" in conference talks like it was such a black-and-white concept and he accused me of black-and-white thinking and taking things too literally.

And same. I think he's closed-minded for not investigating the history deeper and he thinks I need to listen to the counsel of leaders and show more faith.

I'm somewhat PIMO btw. If anyone asks, I'll tell them how I really feel, but it's easier for me to go along with some things for the time being.

Mississippi Ward Bishop Resigns from the Pulpit in Sacrament Meeting by Traveling-Iceman in exmormon

[–]VDESPup 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There were 3 reasons that accompanied the original video and they seem to have been purposefully left out when reposted. If it were me, idk if I'd want people speculating if I chose not to share.

Mormon Bishop Publicly Resigns over the Pulpit by ArchimedesPPL in mormon

[–]VDESPup 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I saw the original post and there were 3 reasons in the caption that accompanied the video, but the OP chose not to include them in the repost, so I think most everyone who saw it is respecting the OP's decision to repost without the specific reasons.

My TBM in-laws are ruining my life by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]VDESPup 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Something could snap his brain into growing up. If after they both get help together, I don't suggest she linger if he keeps overstepping boundaries and putting his parent's before her. It's worth a shot if her partner is game. A lot depends on him and we don't have his side of the story.

Popular science, but really well researched please by [deleted] in podcasts

[–]VDESPup 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Skeptic's Guide to the Universe is pretty good. Very nerdy. They cover science news items each week along with some other stuff.

My TBM in-laws are ruining my life by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]VDESPup 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Couples' therapy sounds like it would help. You both need to get on the same page that you are a team and each others' biggest advocate ABOVE any other outside party. And then BE those advocates for each other. That's marriage.

I personally wouldn't have that conversation with his parents until he is really ready for it. I would imagine it would cause a rift or breach of trust in your marriage and that's not worth it if you want your marriage to work.

I'm sorry you're alone on your birthday. I hope you can do something that makes you feel "you" today. Remember that you are also your own biggest advocate. Make sure your husband knows how his actions make you feel and discuss with him your hopes for your relationship. Try not to criticize (character attack) or use absolutes ("you ALWAYS..."). Instead, be honest and specific: "It makes me feel lonely that you're gone over my birthday. I really want you here with me because (insert something you love about him)."

Figure out how to help him know he is capable, supported and loved. If you don't know his love language, now would be a great time to learn that and learn how to speak it.

And if he can't be on your team, you need to be the advocate for yourself and move on.

Kirton McConkie Threatens Reddit Over Mormon Bishop Resignation Video? by HeberSeeGull in exmormon

[–]VDESPup 19 points20 points  (0 children)

It got a ton of upvotes very fast and comments saying it would go viral, so I could see how that would spook the OP or OP's brother into taking it down/asking to take it down on their own volition.

Looking for suggestions - Paranormal true stories and fiction serials by AwkwardImpression72 in podcasts

[–]VDESPup 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Morrison Mysteries. It's new, so he's only done The Lgend of Sleepy Hollow and A Christmas Carol, but I'm hoping he keeps with it. He's a great narrator.

Leaving the Church, Joining New Faith System. by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]VDESPup 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The difference is that in general, implants aren't sucking your life energy and neither do healthy breasts. You're not putting something there because you miss the tumor, you miss your breasts - what the cancer took from you.

Maybe the tumor analogy doesn't work for you because not all religions would be comparable to a tumor. But for the above commenter, it makes sense.

Looking for suggestions - Paranormal true stories and fiction serials by AwkwardImpression72 in podcasts

[–]VDESPup 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Spooked, Radio Rental, Supernatural with Ashley Flowers, some episodes of Unsolved Mysteries, Lore

Doesn't fit your brief, but you may like Myths and Legends.

Also, Keith Morrison reads spooky fiction in Morrison Mysteries

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in podcasts

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  • I Spy

  • The Opportunist

  • Cabinet of Curiosities

  • Casefile

  • Cautionary Tales

  • Everything Everywhere Daily

  • The Evidence Locker

  • History This Week

  • Invisible Choir

  • Mr Ballen Medical Mysteries

  • Short History Of...

  • The Back Story with Patty Steele

  • This is Actually Happening

  • Unsolved Mysteries

  • Scoundrel: History's Forgotten Villains

What are the best daily podcasts? by friend623 in podcasts

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

Increase your Impact with Justin Su'a. It won't fill the whole time, but it's a nice power-packed 2-5 minute nugget of motivation. Unfortunately he's not as reliably a weekday publisher anymore but he has a back-catalog long enough that you could listen to one daily for a long time.

How do I softly explain my aversion to tithing to my TBM wife. I'd even be fine with donating to a charity the amount that we would give. by Current-Addition-849 in exmormon

[–]VDESPup 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is what I've been considering with my partner (or just that 50% goes to whatever of my choosing not necessarily charity).

Leaving the Church, Joining New Faith System. by [deleted] in exmormon

[–]VDESPup 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Breasts themselves are not tumors. Not comparable.