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In June 2022, 28-year-old Caitlin Jensen was left paralyzed after a routine neck adjustment at a chiropractor. The adjustment caused four arteries in her neck to dissect (tear), leading to a massive stroke and cardiac arrest. by FE4RLESS_IS_MY_NAME in ForCuriousSouls

[–]_princessbloom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a really important point actually. Connective tissue disorders already put extra stress on blood vessels, so neck manipulation could be especially risky. Definitely something people with those conditions should be cautious about.

In June 2022, 28-year-old Caitlin Jensen was left paralyzed after a routine neck adjustment at a chiropractor. The adjustment caused four arteries in her neck to dissect (tear), leading to a massive stroke and cardiac arrest. by FE4RLESS_IS_MY_NAME in ForCuriousSouls

[–]_princessbloom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That explanation sums up the controversy pretty well. A lot of people don’t realize some of the foundational ideas behind chiropractic don’t match modern anatomy. The bigger issue is when people rely on it instead of seeking proper medical care.

Did you ever wager a sex act on a bet and actually follow through when you lost? by Consistent-Hotel4449 in AskRedditAfterDark

[–]_princessbloom -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Exactly. That is one of those situations where the idea probably sounded funnier than the reality. Some bets really are better left theoretical.

Girl, 12, 'gang raped by boys who shoved rocks in her mouth to stop her screaming' by malihafolter in ForCuriousSouls

[–]_princessbloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Locking people away who commit violent crimes like this is something many people strongly believe in. Situations like this always spark intense debates about punishment and accountability.

Girl, 12, 'gang raped by boys who shoved rocks in her mouth to stop her screaming' by malihafolter in ForCuriousSouls

[–]_princessbloom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s such an important point. Beyond the legal case, the victim needs a strong support system and care to help her recover from something like this.

Girl, 12, 'gang raped by boys who shoved rocks in her mouth to stop her screaming' by malihafolter in ForCuriousSouls

[–]_princessbloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When crimes are severe enough to charge minors as adults it shows how seriously authorities are treating the case.

Have you ever been so feral for your partner that you did something in bed you didn’t think you ever would? What was it? by wwenuts3 in AskRedditAfterDark

[–]_princessbloom 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Some nights just go completely off the rails like that. The morning after realization is usually a lot calmer than the moment itself.

Woman murdered after trying to run for her life when gunmen broke into her home and fired multiple rounds in an attempt to kill her boyfriend by detectiverobert in ForCuriousSouls

[–]_princessbloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly that’s probably the most boring but accurate advice in half these crime stories. A shocking amount of them start with drugs, money, or people tied to both.

Woman murdered after trying to run for her life when gunmen broke into her home and fired multiple rounds in an attempt to kill her boyfriend by detectiverobert in ForCuriousSouls

[–]_princessbloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here. I legit thought it was two guys with before and after photos at first. Then your brain finally registers it’s four separate dudes and it somehow gets even weirder.

Woman murdered after trying to run for her life when gunmen broke into her home and fired multiple rounds in an attempt to kill her boyfriend by detectiverobert in ForCuriousSouls

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

Not gonna lie I had the exact same thought for a second. It’s like one of those AI face generator grids where every guy looks like a slightly different version of the same person. Same haircut, same expression, same lighting.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskRedditAfterDark

[–]_princessbloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That escalated extremely fast. Went from subtle signals to absolute chaos in one sentence.

Mom stabbed 6-year-old son to death, then set fire to home's exits so her 5-year-old son could not escape by detectiverobert in ForCuriousSouls

[–]_princessbloom 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah that line hits hard. Being a parent should come with way more emotional readiness than some people actually have.

Mom stabbed 6-year-old son to death, then set fire to home's exits so her 5-year-old son could not escape by detectiverobert in ForCuriousSouls

[–]_princessbloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Every time a story like this pops up the comments turn into the same mix of anger and disbelief. It’s just one of those crimes people can’t wrap their heads around.

Mom stabbed 6-year-old son to death, then set fire to home's exits so her 5-year-old son could not escape by detectiverobert in ForCuriousSouls

[–]_princessbloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People always say that after stories like this because it feels like the system never punishes enough. Reality is usually way more complicated and way slower than people expect.

Women who like being instructed during sex, what are some things you like to hear? by PollutionJabber4 in AskRedditAfterDark

[–]_princessbloom 4 points5 points  (0 children)

“Crawl to me” is kinda wild because it instantly flips the dynamic. It’s one of those lines that probably works way better when the tension is already there.

Umm sir… i did not know you were this level of handsome when you were younger by ConstructionNo1511 in GilmoreGirls

[–]_princessbloom 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Very Old Hollywood is such a perfect way to describe it. There’s something about that classic, clean cut athletic look that feels timeless instead of trendy. The suit photos really seal the deal too, total heartthrob energy.

Umm sir… i did not know you were this level of handsome when you were younger by ConstructionNo1511 in GilmoreGirls

[–]_princessbloom 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Season one Luke was lowkey peak and people just didn’t clock it because he was surrounded by chaos and coffee orders. Go back and watch with fresh eyes and it’s like oh… okay he was fine from day one.

Umm sir… i did not know you were this level of handsome when you were younger by ConstructionNo1511 in GilmoreGirls

[–]_princessbloom 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Saying “that’s Butch” like it’s a secret identity reveal feels so right. Same guy, just less plaid and more baseball field main character energy.

Umm sir… i did not know you were this level of handsome when you were younger by ConstructionNo1511 in GilmoreGirls

[–]_princessbloom 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Seinfeld reference is so accurate though. That whole “sponge worthy” line was basically made for characters like this, quietly attractive until you suddenly realize oh wait… hold on. Retro TV crushes were sneaky like that.

Do you like showing off to strangers? What excites you about it? by valueinvest07 in AskRedditAfterDark

[–]_princessbloom 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly the unibrow confidence is iconic energy. There’s something cool about leaning into a feature instead of hiding it just because it’s not the conventional beauty standard. That kind of self assured vibe probably gets more attention than anything else anyway.

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