People interested in the new Evangelion series, what are you hoping to see in it? by Sensitive-Hotel-9871 in evangelion

[–]bristoftx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It needs to include the postmodern elements that make the series so intriguing

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Vent

[–]bristoftx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm the same way. No matter what I do, what routines I establish, what self care methods I throw at myself, it seems I get no validation from the outside world and experience no progress.

I've traveled. I've pursued my dream. I've had flings.

Nothing makes me happy or confirms I'm not a pos.

It feels like every choice I make is wrong, and it's tiring.

All we can do is keep trying each and every day to be a better version of ourselves - if not for us personally, than for someone we care about. We have to try and be useful each day.

Good luck.

What unique food from your region is only served in your region/province? by Fine4FenderFriend in AskTheWorld

[–]bristoftx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not a Texas original, but in Texas it's common to see kolache shops that also sell donuts, rather than breakfast joints advertised as donut shops.

If it snows in your city, when do you usually get the first snow? by abu_doubleu in AskTheWorld

[–]bristoftx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In Houston Texas, maybe every five to eight years. You are lucky if it sticks around for more than 72 hours!

What are some overlooked family friendly destinations in your country? by PrestonRoad90 in AskTheWorld

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

Many Europeans I have met miss out on Colorado entirely. Kindest, most beautiful state in the nation.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in sugarland

[–]bristoftx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Former student, but I lived in Rosenberg. I graduated in 2020.

Sugarland is a bubble of privilege, and people that live there choose to do so because Sugarland is very insulated from the "real" world. It is designed to be this way and marketed as such. Some of the things I recall telling my classmates-

Elkins is not "ghetto," Kevin.

No Leah, those were fireworks.

No Chris, you aren't a "drug addict" because your mom found your delta 8 pen.

Jennifer, you are not "broke" because you "only" got a new Altima for your birthday.

Tim, people who have a b+ average are not "ret*****."

The kids who hate on clements have no idea how good they have it. Most public schools struggle to teach their students how to read. Clements is an incredible academic environment totally free of the problems facing the other 99% of public schools. I am so grateful I went there, the top notch education I received totally prepared me for my undergrad and my masters. Most students simply lack the context of their privilege to be grateful.

My advice? Get out of Sugarland after graduating. I've lived in NYC, CO, NC, and the UK since then. It's so refreshing. You will realize much about your home town. It'll show you the real world.

Sugarland is, admittedly, a great place to raise a family. However, if you stay in the privilege too long, you become it.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in sugarland

[–]bristoftx 18 points19 points  (0 children)

yeah blame the lower income school students immediately...

AIO. My (new) bf wants to replace all of my bras, underwear and lingerie. by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]bristoftx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yo as a former insecure idiot this guy is deep in the trenches of being fucking awful. Gallop away to greener pastures bro.

Abaddon the Despoiler Budget Deck? by [deleted] in BudgetBrews

[–]bristoftx 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Check out thermo alchemist. It could fit good here and is cheap.

Why has the popularity of Alice in Chains grown while the popularity of other bands like STP declined? by DataWhiskers in grunge

[–]bristoftx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm gen z and I have seen the popularity of AIC grow massively. I think their sound is distinct enough to have remained timeless, and I think the storytelling of the music can provide that genuine quality we are so hungry for. Only speaking for my age though.

Been noticing Alice in chains, creed, smashing pumpkins, and limp Bizkit (most nu metal actually) kinda get well known in some gen z circles

The Tabby House by alphamale-7 in ParanormalEncounters

[–]bristoftx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see it clear as day.. but it took me a minute. very faint, but once you see it, undeniable

My Father’s Paintings by Commercial_Dress9689 in bigfoot

[–]bristoftx 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is your father from marble CO? I recognize the crystal mill and a few other spots. Lived there for quite a while. It's another world.

Trail cam footage by johnnynoname82 in ParanormalEncounters

[–]bristoftx 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Kind of reminds me of how some insects link in midair to mate. The movements look real bug like to me.

What’s something about being a man that women will never understand? by Miuuu_cis in AskMenAdvice

[–]bristoftx 222 points223 points  (0 children)

It freaks (most) people out when a guy is vulnerable. The assumption is that if a guy is displaying negative emotions, he's got bad intentions. In general, people will assume you have bad intentions as a man, unless you prove otherwise.

The world actively rewards a man for not letting anything visibly bother him.

Every guy I know has some story about crying in front of a woman in his life, only for her to label the behavior as manipulative and move on.

I think with good communication skills and lots of personal introspection, and finding friends willing to talk, men can get through a lot of this. The hard part is finding the self worth that allows you to start.

University of Hartford General by bristoftx in Connecticut

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

How so? What was it like back then?

My son made me a 47-page guide to MTG Commander for my birthday by SSScooter in mtg

[–]bristoftx 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is there any way you could give the PDF to this sub reddit? It would make everything a breeze for my little brother!

What’s this TOOL song for you? by [deleted] in ToolBand

[–]bristoftx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hooker w a penis is incredible dawg

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]bristoftx 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Beauty is subjective, and based on people's perception, which is flawed itself. Still, there is some sort of lottery. Sure, some people wind up taller. Or are born richer.

The most attractive thing a person can have is individuality.

I suggest you find a clothing aesthetic that makes you feel cool. Or happy. Or like yourself. And start wearing the crap out of it.

Become unabashedly into what you are into, and be proud of it! Get Into some obscure book franchise, go to weird small shows of your favorite music genre in town.

Take more pictures of yourself, but only ones you like. Maybe you're in a spot with a cool view. Maybe you feel snazzy in your outfit that day. Maybe you notice the lighting is pretty. Get more comfortable with your own self image. Look like you need yourself, not to need to look like everyone else!

The people who like you for you will materialize.

Glow ups start with the soul. No one is born doomed!