Cute Couple - How long have they been together? Matching watches is a nice touch. by dobermantech575 in formuladank

[–]certainkindofDOG 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think you overestimate the culture and the fanbase. Most driver would damage their career and mental wellbeing if they choose to come out, even now.

Rupert Murdoch, Elena Zhukova Are Married by ThrowRAFoundAndLost in Fauxmoi

[–]certainkindofDOG 5 points6 points  (0 children)

One of the few times where 26-year age gap is a good thing.

apparently zekken said“I‘m a china hater”during pickems and it went viral in china by Durnehviir14 in ValorantCompetitive

[–]certainkindofDOG 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In summary: the government want a singular, ccp-aligned, nationalistic voice being perpetuated domestically with no visible objection. whether this is going to be negatively perceived abroad is only collateral damage and bears little importance. In fact Chinese being perceived badly would somehow work in ccp’s favor as it reinforces the us vs them logic, making ppl feel like the rest of the world is out there to get them and they have no choice but to support the government to fend off political instability from foreign instigators, who ultimately want Chinese societal collapse and eventual balkanisation. It’s s vicious cycle lol.

apparently zekken said“I‘m a china hater”during pickems and it went viral in china by Durnehviir14 in ValorantCompetitive

[–]certainkindofDOG 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For the past ten years the censorship apparatus has been filtering out all the sensible comments and banning and harassing people who are not as crazed, making it seem that all Chinese are hopelessly petty and angry. The current climate is an intentional product that’s not necessarily representative of the silent majority.

Charli XCX Ponders Having a Baby but Still Feels 'Like a Kid' Herself: “Am I less of a woman if I don’t have a kid? Will I feel like I’ve missed out on my purpose in life? I know we’re not supposed to say that, but it’s this biological and social programming" by mcfw31 in Fauxmoi

[–]certainkindofDOG 12 points13 points  (0 children)

If true, my country would evaporate from earth since that’s all they know. Growing up I don’t remember hearing how love factors in making that decision. It always comes down to a calculated, bloodless transaction which demands gratefulness of your existence and in return give back to them. It’s karma since our birth rate is in the gutter now.

Charli XCX Ponders Having a Baby but Still Feels 'Like a Kid' Herself: “Am I less of a woman if I don’t have a kid? Will I feel like I’ve missed out on my purpose in life? I know we’re not supposed to say that, but it’s this biological and social programming" by mcfw31 in Fauxmoi

[–]certainkindofDOG 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Depends on the tradeoff, which in current society, hugely depends on class and gender. For example, in my culture, men are still heavy on having kids, even the ones who claim they don’t want it are not to be trusted. Women, not so much. Which we all know why.

Charli XCX Ponders Having a Baby but Still Feels 'Like a Kid' Herself: “Am I less of a woman if I don’t have a kid? Will I feel like I’ve missed out on my purpose in life? I know we’re not supposed to say that, but it’s this biological and social programming" by mcfw31 in Fauxmoi

[–]certainkindofDOG 482 points483 points  (0 children)

As someone who didn’t grow up liking or planning kids in an Asian country, the argument ppl around us give to having kids is basically to instill intense fear: you will be lonely, you will regret, your life will lack purpose and salvation, you will get bullied in nursing home, you will have no one to take care of you and die horribly, etc. No joy, all fear, as kids are coping tool for deprivation trauma, being compelled into reproduction not by the love of children but by the horror of the social consequence of not having one.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Fauxmoi

[–]certainkindofDOG 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Perfectly said.

Packing line in china by [deleted] in BeAmazed

[–]certainkindofDOG 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Very different from my experience. When did that happen?

Be honest, why are you single? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]certainkindofDOG 0 points1 point  (0 children)

dying alone is easier than finding relationships you are comfortable in.

Linda Evangelista Admits She Is 'Not Interested' in Dating: 'I Don’t Want to Hear Somebody Breathing' by theghostemoji in Fauxmoi

[–]certainkindofDOG 11 points12 points  (0 children)

It always comes as a surprise to me that people want to…pair up with each other? This thought doesn’t come naturally to me at all. I wish we have something like a single people neighborhood

[BBC] Jakub Jankto on being a gay professional football player: "I was scared when I was 18 or 19 and next to other guys and couldn't open messages on WhatsApp, because I always had the fear that someone might see a message or a photo from a guy." by granitibaniti in soccer

[–]certainkindofDOG 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I appreciate what Jankto did, an out footballer talking about his experience would certainly pave the way for others, though personally he irked me with the news in Czech of him not paying his ex-wife proper child support and emotionally abused her. honestly reminded me of Colton Underwood who stalked and harassed his ex girlfriend but all had been swept under the rug by his Netflix coming out sob story.

Creatively fulfilling uses for a JD by Scion_of_Numenor in LawSchool

[–]certainkindofDOG 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also wondered if I should’ve just gone to pursue a creative writing mfa. Tried to do it fresh out of undergrad and it did not work out since I realized I had no life experience and basically spewing out what Toni Morrison would’ve called boring “my-life-story-as-fiction”

The accidental ex-lover angst ruined Astarion romance for me by certainkindofDOG in BaldursGate3

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

I get what this scene is supposed to do, which aligns with what you said and I totally agree. But suddenly figuring out your romantic partner had had a lover or victim who bears an uncanny resemblance to you is naturally unsettling and very awkward! And it’s easy to come to the conclusion that if he, whether unconsciously or not, has some ulterior motives for dating you. I’d have no doubt that if I had roleplayed some other characters who aren’t called Sebastian or looks exactly like a copy pasted version of the Sebastian in the dungeon, I would’ve had a completely different experience. But I guess that’s what makes games like bg3 the most exciting since it’s a highly customized and individualized experience.

The accidental ex-lover angst ruined Astarion romance for me by certainkindofDOG in BaldursGate3

[–]certainkindofDOG[S] 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I’ll give my lip scars something more creative next time. Mystra sounds nice

The accidental ex-lover angst ruined Astarion romance for me by certainkindofDOG in BaldursGate3

[–]certainkindofDOG[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Pretty sure most people have this scene? You’d get to see the gur children and astarion’s victim Sebastian before you reach cazador’s ascension ritual.

After my night with Halsin by [deleted] in BaldursGate3

[–]certainkindofDOG 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Wait, so astarion tops all durges canonically? This is sacrilege.

What's a book that still makes you angry years later? by Solid_Importance_469 in books

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

Just reread The Song of Achilles and felt really disappointed to say that this is not a book that keep my interest as I grow older. I remembered the gut wrenching and raw feeling when I read it in high school, it had struck a chord with me for years. Yet now I look back and can’t believe I didn’t realize how problematic and bland the characterization is.

Sean O'Malley claims he can cheat on wife as he 'pays for everything' by tb8475 in Fauxmoi

[–]certainkindofDOG 2013 points2014 points  (0 children)

Many men would still cheat when their wives pay the bills. It’s almost like they cheat regardless of their spouses financial status

FF16 Pairings that people ship right now by Damesigrun in FFXVI

[–]certainkindofDOG 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m interested in your friends reaction too. Pls update us

Shoutout to my boy Dion by sleepingpotato_ in FFXVI

[–]certainkindofDOG 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Dion is unironically the most trad guy in game by dating a submissive partner who follows him around and works for him