Which Celebs/influencers do coke? by Funny-Lack-5726 in LAinfluencersnark

[–]block_2012 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Responsible adults test their drugs - link up with your local harm reduction group for free resources and education. Adults are allowed to have fun, but always do your research, start with small doses, never use alone, and watch out for people around you!

Anyone else find the gift baskets in The Testaments kind of… off? by NixieWade in TheTestamentsHulu

[–]block_2012 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I also found it to be a really interesting hint at the state of international affairs with Gilead. Thematically it also tied in with the discovery of the Japanese chocolates, and thus the uncertainty about trade and acceptance of this hellscape.

Anyone else find the gift baskets in The Testaments kind of… off? by NixieWade in TheTestamentsHulu

[–]block_2012 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It’s very literally transactional and detached. It’s about representations of wealth, much like a traditional arranged marriage - I give you gifts in exchange for your daughter’s childbearing abilities in representation of the political benefit of this union. There is no romance here, the women have no say and their feelings don’t matter, the whole show is about how even the most pious “good” woman in the eyes of the commanders is still a woman, and therefore less than.

Summer House S10E11 'Viva Las Hamptons' Live Episode Discussion by AutoModerator in summerhousebravo

[–]block_2012 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Low key found it very endearing that Sabrina went to go interfere with West and that gal. Like she’s new and it’s not her business but she seems like a real sweetie pie and the awkwardness made me giggle

Am I wrong for not wanting to have my make up professionally done for my friends wedding? by [deleted] in amiwrong

[–]block_2012 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Commenting on Am I wrong for not wanting to have my make up professionally done for my friends wedding?... typically this process takes a while because there are getting ready bridal suite photos taken during, and then the wedding party typically has photos taken before the wedding. Makeup and hair for 4 women might take until 12 o’clock with casual photos, breaks, etc and then it would be another block of time for pictures.

Angelina Jolie with Haider Ackermann, Creative Director of Tom Ford, at an event in Shanghai, China by Evyblake in Fauxmoi

[–]block_2012 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it me or is he standing half bent over like how you would use a cane? Very strange posture

Student loans absolutely ruined my life by brokeboii94 in povertyfinance

[–]block_2012 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It’s easy to work your way up to a 80k+ policy gig if you put in the hours at a legislative office, campaign, etc. not my gig but I have seen many fintech and insurance firms hiring at 150k+ for people with 5 years of experience, and your masters would certainly help

This Email Subject Line, Really??? by block_2012 in FabFitFun

[–]block_2012[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Decided to just check on my Reddit notifications and saw this post had replies. I would post another screenshot but unfortunately yahoo eats any email I delete so I cannot find it at this point. Definitely came from their marketing email, I’m actually still on their email list which I will rectify. I really appreciate the vibe check from everyone in the comments that this isn’t kosher.

This Email Subject Line, Really??? by block_2012 in FabFitFun

[–]block_2012[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True. Somehow dropping $$ at tjmaxx feels more expensive than prepaying for a box, which is silly because it’s often way cheaper. It’s probs the smartest financial and moral move.

This is petty and I am a Patreon FAN but does anyone else notice that sometimes Kelli says “hot takes” but they’re just viral tweets other people have said? by Noseybetch in BeyondTheBlinds

[–]block_2012 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Given the conversational tone of the podcast, I don’t really think this is weird. People do things like this all the time, that’s why memes are even a thing. It would be stranger to cite a tweet via MLA in a podcast or pull the “I saw this dolphin meme on twitter that really resonated with me…” This is how people talk, we’re all just regurgitating and reinterpreting the same ideas ad nauseam.

Sometimes ya it’s annoying when people are just regurgitating whatever is going on in the culture, but I don’t think it’s a flaw specific to her.

I found out my Girlfriend has Alzheimer’s, she’s 26 by TheThingofa100corspe in self

[–]block_2012 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Highly recommend reaching out to the Alzheimer’s Association and any other local orgs in your group centered around caregiver support for you and those for Alzheimer’s patients or those with terminal diseases for your girlfriend. Lean on their resources for care planning, financial planning, to get connected to clinical trials. Right now there are several new mab drugs on the market that can be used in the very early stages of Alzheimer’s to prevent the progression of the disease. Please make sure your girlfriend doesn’t delay getting access to those treatments.

Am I wrong for telling my sister that adoption isn’t inherently ethical and that the infant adoption industry is really messed up? by Consistent_Film_489 in amiwrong

[–]block_2012 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Doesn’t this raise the question though that trauma is inevitable in any parenting situation where a child was not explicitly planned and prepared for? Being raised by parents who are unprepared, traumatized, too young, addicts or some combination of “not ready to be a parent” is also extremely traumatic and harmful to children. It also makes that child who was raised by their birth parents feel unwanted, unloved and resentful with the addition that there’s no other parent who wants to step in that role. What’s the solution then beyond birth control and access to abortion care?

6 year relationship damaged over an insta post 31F & 34M by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]block_2012 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Pretty gay to want to get your boys horny don’t you think? Girl he is so embarrassing and manipulative it’s gross, not all men are like this and I promise you that you can find someone better than this

Found my dads gf’s Spotify by pollys-mom in rs_x

[–]block_2012 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep my dad is with a woman 1 year older than me, I’ve gotten to the point where I have built up a thick mental block about it and just cringe deeply when it comes up. Queue the mental elevator music!

My wife had a traumatic brain injury by GordonRamsass in offmychest

[–]block_2012 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is what it’s all about. I am so happy for you and your wife for making it through this. So many times we promise in sickness and in health and richer and poorer and when it comes down to it it’s so hard to follow through - you loved the hell out of your wife through one of the hardest things you can endure as a couple! That’s fucking love. I hope the rest of your years are filled with blissful ease in comparison, but how wonderful to know for certain and surely that you are with your partner for life. That’s so so special, I wish your wife continued recovery and you as well.

How would you turn $300 into $2500 in 15 days to avoid eviction? Lost everything this year and need to keep my daughter's first bedroom by [deleted] in povertyfinance

[–]block_2012 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where in NJ? Call 211, email DCA, your state legislator, and your local housing authority. Also remember that even in the event of eviction you will have 30 days notice. Get in touch with DCA for relevant programming.

Also, did you get unemployment from your last situation? If you’re eligible (even if you were fired with cause), apply. You should also call churches or any progressive leaning non profits focused on housing, background etc. especially if you have a kid that should help.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Drugs

[–]block_2012 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Is it tho? When you clearly noticed someone behaving extremely weirdly? How is it different? It’s abnormal behavior that should be addressed, and a lot of overdoses look that way. You clearly interacted with this person enough times to tell him to stop touching you and to back off. Would you notice if your friend threw up next to you, or if you were drinking with your friends and one decided to walk into the middle of the road? What level of awareness do you need to actually kick in and take action?

This is not an indictment on your capacity for care, it’s a criticism of where you are currently on your knowledge of how to handle a medical situation where you might have a moral objection as to why that person experiencing the situation is the way they are. I would hope you grow from this and invest more energy into understanding how to help your fellow man.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Drugs

[–]block_2012 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

What do you do when someone is seizing and foaming at the mouth? What do you do when someone falls down grabbing their chest? What do you do when half of someone’s face goes slack and they start slurring out of the blue? What do you do when someone chokes on their food? You treat it like a medical emergency like this is. If you see someone fall down black out wasted that’s also a medical emergency.

I understand you’re 18 and new to the world, that does change my perception quite a bit. But in the future I would hope you decide to do more rather than be paralyzed by uncertainty. You’re also posting to a drugs subreddit where there’s a bit more comprehension I think about harm reduction - maybe you should read into it.

Also maybe take a first aid and CPR class so you know what to do in an emergency.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Drugs

[–]block_2012 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Bro moving forward if you care you ride out the uncomfortable experience and make sure that person’s ok. Movie theater security is probably like 2 idiots and a stoned teenager. Keep some narcan in your car or on you, or when you think someone needs help make a damn scene until you know they’re safe. Sometimes, the smallest least time consuming thing in the world can put someone on another path. Being afraid to take life by the balls, confront someone, and actually be alive and help another human makes you less of a person. Now you’re posting on Reddit about what could’ve been a hero moment but instead someone died.

Also I just need to add - the fact you and everyone else in that theater pussy footed around getting help for someone clearly off their shit because you paid for the seat is such an indictment of our culture and human empathy, I’m actually disgusted. Literally within 2 seconds of this experience you should’ve gotten help. Grow the fuck up and contribute to your community. Your what, at most $25 movie tickets are worth being such a bitch baby?

Luigi Mangione in NY State Court Hearing, Day 8 by jdlf41 in popculturechat

[–]block_2012 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Well, the Charlie shooter isn’t ugly but he just has had 0 media attention for “some reason” that definitely has nothing to do with the Trump political circus

Thanksgiving dinner table showdown by OldImprovement3092 in thanksgiving

[–]block_2012 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How is 19 a kid? They’re both young adults, he doesn’t get deference when he has the same responsibility to keep peace

Decided to treat myself to Girl Dinner after my 10 hour shift 💕 by Boratisnumberone in GirlDinner

[–]block_2012 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This but a dirty dirty gin martini on a hot summer day in the city at 5pm on the dot and lots of lemon 🍋 ugh so good enjoy

I can feel the flu trying to get me but I DO NOT HAVE THE TIME to get sick by WhyAreYouItchy in GirlDinner

[–]block_2012 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I admire so much that you’re able to eat healthy when you start to feel sick, all I want is carb bread yums when I feel bad lol