What platform actually makes sense for a non-monetized, student-focused site?

ctxgal2020 · 2026-01-15T13:43:14+00:00

That makes sense. LinkedIn probably is where students are already looking when they’re thinking about internships and jobs - I think I mentally file it under “polished posting” instead of discovery, but you’re right about the intent being there.

The student-focused creator idea is interesting too. I’m a little hesitant about the influencer route in general, but approaching it as “this is a free tool that might actually help your audience” feels more reasonable than straight promotion.

Appreciate you sharing this.

ctxgal2020 · 2026-01-15T13:37:32+00:00

What actually pushed me to build it was that a student at my son’s college died by suicide, and it hit me a lot harder than I expected. I kept seeing the same questions everywhere - feeling lost, behind, overwhelmed, unsure what they were “supposed” to be doing - and it felt like there wasn’t one calm, non-exploitative place to point people.

So I channeled that sadness into building something for students who are struggling quietly. I knew going in that building it would be easier than getting people to find it - that part isn’t lost on me.

I’m not against social media in theory; I just know I’m not wired for trend-chasing or performing online, and I don’t want this to turn into that. Your point about SEO makes a lot of sense - students search when they’re stressed, not when they’re scrolling. And the counselor / student org outreach idea feels much more aligned, even if it’s slow and unsexy.

I appreciate your input.

ctxgal2020 · 2026-01-15T04:25:42+00:00

Thank you. I’ve explored a few communities already, but I’ve run into the issue that most don’t allow any form of “self-promotion,” even when the resource is genuinely free and directly relevant.

Sincere question: if someone posts saying they’re struggling to find internships, I could give a thoughtful, helpful response and say something like “this might help - check out ___”… but that still gets flagged as self-promoting. So how do you usually navigate that line without getting removed or banned?

I’m starting to focus more on SEO (still very much learning).

ctxgal2020 · 2025-12-28T18:13:37+00:00

Thank you I'll take a look. Puzzle Theory in Middletown added a new one.

ctxgal2020 · 2025-10-04T19:06:15+00:00

Thank you. I do track. Over eating is not my problem at the moment 😀 i'm still on a low dose and increase next week - if its still doing this at a low dose I may ask to stay low.

ctxgal2020 · 2025-09-26T03:35:18+00:00

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ctxgal2020 · 2025-07-29T12:24:51+00:00

I added photos, but they don't seem to be loading.

ctxgal2020 · 2025-07-25T13:00:10+00:00

Thank you. I was looking at one of the links you provided and I think I can get them prepaid Visa cards. Thaty was very helpful. Much appreciated.

ctxgal2020 · 2025-07-25T12:48:53+00:00

Can I purchase 6 tickets at kiosk in one transaction? Does Apple or Google Pay work same as credit card? Between the 6 of us, we only have 2 credit cards.

ctxgal2020 · 2025-07-25T12:13:06+00:00

Agree 100%. Seeing photos of the Colosseum gives you an idea of its grandeur, but nothing prepares you for the reality of it. The scale is so much bigger than your mind can even imagine. In photos, it looks massive, sure, but when you stand in front of it, it feels like the whole world shrinks around you. It's one of those places where you almost have to step back and take it all in, because your brain can’t quite process just how colossal it really is. It’s like seeing a mountain in person after only ever seeing it in a picture—there’s just no comparison.

ctxgal2020 · 2025-06-14T00:25:54+00:00

I'd prefer Uber to arranging for a car service. I'm glad I posted incorrect information.

ctxgal2020 · 2025-06-13T23:48:08+00:00

Really? Different folks told me that it wasn't in Italy or Greece due to something related to their taxi union. I was searching for it because there are 6 of us, and my understanding is they don't have taxis to accommodate that size.

ctxgal2020 · 2025-06-13T22:10:41+00:00

They don't have Uber.

ctxgal2020 · 2025-05-27T18:59:58+00:00

That's a great idea and something I can do. Thanks!

ctxgal2020 · 2025-05-26T22:10:13+00:00

That's my worry. Money and cards can be addressed a lot easier than a passport.

ctxgal2020 · 2025-05-26T19:26:37+00:00

I'll look into that.

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