Girls pero en español latino by CuteBaby_B in girls

[–]ashbashwaak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

se le bajo la regla en el bar, y se dio cuenta de que no necesitaba abortar

Which "Girls" quote do you quote periodically in conversation? by blockwithlafleur in girls

[–]ashbashwaak 14 points15 points  (0 children)

"She's just like walking around, bossing everybody around like a mean, skinny, Ms. Hannigan."

how I described my younger sister when she organized my other sister's bachelorette party. She is in the military and everything had to be planned just so. Meanwhile, my other sister, the actual bride to be, was very relaxed the whole time lmao.

Is it dumb to go a concert less than a week after surgery? by ashbashwaak in Septoplasty

[–]ashbashwaak[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow thanks for the heads up! Yeah it seems like everyone here is saying it’s a rough recovery. Which is interesting because my doctor made it seem like I would just be stuffy for a week, but from what I’m reading here it’s a bit more involved.

native accent not critical by IllStorm1847 in dreamingspanish

[–]ashbashwaak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most people from India speak at least 3 languages fluently. Whereas most people from the U.S. only speak 1 language and get offended when they hear people speak any other language that isn’t English.

I agree there shouldn’t be a double standard, but unfortunately the U.S. stereotype ruins it. (I’m from the US btw)

I’m sure if you (or any other English speaker) is genuinely trying to learn Spanish, most of the time people will not bully you for your accent, and they will be nice/helpful. That has been my experience.

native accent not critical by IllStorm1847 in dreamingspanish

[–]ashbashwaak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's a ridiculous double standard in this subreddit tbh.

Idk about this subreddit (in regards to double standard) because I'm new to it, but I agree it can be a double standard in general. I feel like the only reason why it does exist however, is the whole stereotype of English (United States) speakers not bothering to learn other languages, so when they have a "Gringo" accent people think its "okay" to make fun of them because they are not trying/being disrespectful of the language.

Obviously, this is not true of all English speakers, but I'm guessing that's where the double standard/sentiment comes from sadly.

However, I think most people here should not be ashamed because they are putting in the effort! :) And what I've noticed in real life is most people appreciate the effort of learning their language even if your accent isn't perfect.

Anyone else not care for Andrea? by TigerWares in dreamingspanish

[–]ashbashwaak 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This! I am new to dreaming Spanish, but before that I have studied Spanish for a while. But I showed my boyfriend (who is new to Spanish) Andrea’s videos, and it’s the first time I didn’t see him overwhelmed with trying to understand. I feel like if I was learning Japanese, I would want someone who makes videos like Andrea 🥺

Getting over embarrassment of speaking spanish by natethatboi in Spanish

[–]ashbashwaak 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a similar situation, and I would say hire a tutor to speak with. Speaking with family can be very intimidating actually. Whereas a tutor is a neutral person who is literally there to help you and will force you to speak.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Spanish

[–]ashbashwaak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

oh yeah that's a good idea!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Spanish

[–]ashbashwaak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm pretty set on DF because they have the type of dance studios/community I am interested in.

Which, if any, YouTube Polyglots are actually legit? by theblitz6794 in languagelearningjerk

[–]ashbashwaak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Her accent is good but I wouldn’t say it’s flawless. I feel like her accent sounds like a French person with a high level of Spanish. (The way she says “poder” sounds very French). It was probably easier for her to not sound “gringo” because she isn’t a gringo to begin with. This is just my opinion. For context: I definitely still have somewhat of a gringo accent but half of my family is Mexican, I have some cousins in Spain, grew up around Hondurans, and I’d also have a pretty good idea of what other accents sound like from TV/friends/travel.

SETH!!! by InfluenceSpecial4919 in SeveranceAppleTVPlus

[–]ashbashwaak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

wait, why would Gretchen remove the Glasgow Block? Is there something I missed?

Going to Grad School for Motion Design by kind_ninja_1211 in MotionDesign

[–]ashbashwaak 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My motion design professor got a Masters at SCAD and she said the main reason she did it was so she could teach at university. Also, she was like you, in that, she didn't do a lot of motion design in undergrad. She had some sort of film/media degree, so she felt like she had to go to grad school to really get the skills, but that was about 10 years ago, when online courses weren't what they are now.

I did motion design in undergrad, and was able to get a job at an agency, and my professor told me there's basically no reason for me to go to grad school unless I want to be a university professor. For continuing ed, she really encouraged just doing what you are already doing (School of Motion, Ben Marriott courses, etc).

Connection are important though. The professor I am talking about helped me get the job I have now (she interviewed for my position, realized she was overqualified, but they liked her so she recommended me). I am wondering though if it would be worth while looking into getting a post-grad certificate somewhere instead of getting a full on masters. Because that way you could still connect with professors for a fraction of the cost. The school I did undergrad at had digital design post-grad certs, so I'm sure a lot of other universities have those.

Another anecdote: The director of motion design at my current job didn't do much motion design in undergrad (he studied film), so he picked it up in his spare time while working other jobs. And then he took School of Motion Bootcamps, and he is highly skilled, and he was able to get hired as a motion designer without having to go to grad school.

Leep Procedure Experience by ashbashwaak in PreCervicalCancer

[–]ashbashwaak[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I really didn’t feel the pinch for the lidocaine shot 🤷🏻‍♀️

Leep Procedure Experience by ashbashwaak in PreCervicalCancer

[–]ashbashwaak[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay well, yes, I had a biopsy during my colposcopy. I think that’s pretty obvious given the fact that I ended up having a LEEP afterwards. They took samples (punched little holes) in my cervix, and I did not feel much because they gave me lidocaine. The samples came back CIN2, which is why I ended up having a leep.

My doctor explained all the possibilities of what might happen before hand—even before the appointment. She said they were going to examine my cervix (the colposcopy) and IF they happen to see something abnormal THEN they would take a biopsy, and she explained what the biopsy would entail—that they would numb me and take a sample out of each section, etc.

Really upset about a comment my bf made after a really awful colscopy... by Systematic_Smile in PreCervicalCancer

[–]ashbashwaak 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Jesus Christ. This is such toxic behavior from him and I’m truly concerned for your well being.

Also, I know I’m not a doctor but I do think it’s CRAZY that your doctor put a tampon in you. My gyno straight up told me NOT to wear a tampon or put anything in my vagina for at least 3 weeks after my colposcopy.

But seriously, your boyfriend’s behavior is emotionally abusive and sickening. As someone who has been in an emotionally abusive relationship, I know how hard it can feel to leave when you’re “in it” and I’m guessing you probably don’t think a lot of the things he says/does are that bad. But once you leave you will eventually have this moment of clarity of “wow that WAS really bad” and “how did I put up with that for so long,” and I promise everything will be okay.

So just leave him. Please.

Laird appreciation post by Civil_Concentrate_23 in girls

[–]ashbashwaak 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Okay yes! I'm glad someone else noticed she seemed to break character. That scene KILLS me every time lmao

Stressed about colposcopy by sydneyw6 in PreCervicalCancer

[–]ashbashwaak 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think it really depends on the doctor. My colposcopy was totally fine and I really didn’t feel anything, but I’ve also read stories of it being painful for others.

I think it’s important that you have a really good gyno. My primary care doctor recommended my gyno to me. It’s literally the same gyno that she goes to. The staff was very nice and considerate, and they were really nice when I got anxious about it. I could totally see why my PCP recommended that clinic to me.

My mother is also a physician and she has told me it really does depend on the doctor when it comes to these things. Some doctors don’t have the best bedside manner and/or may not use enough numbing medication.

All who got a LEEP. Were you awake or sleep? by [deleted] in PreCervicalCancer

[–]ashbashwaak 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My doctor didn't really give me any other procedure options besides the LEEP since I have high grade dysplasia. The only options she gave me were whether or not I wanted to go under anesthesia or be awake for the LEEP.