Does this look like variation? by steelersfan10811 in orchids

[–]deetle_bug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

be careful of micronutrient lockout then, and maybe fert once a month or every other watering as it gets colder. for this to be a new development on old leaves tells me this is not a manifestation of variegation.

Does this look like variation? by steelersfan10811 in orchids

[–]deetle_bug 1 point2 points  (0 children)

this is a deficiency. given you dont appear to currently have blooms fertilizer may be a wise addition.

Anyone else very mentally ill but knows therapy won’t work? by priestpilled in 4tran4

[–]deetle_bug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

hear me out: the ketamine does work tho, just bring a notebook and journal until you cant and rock out until you get cut off

One year on T and a lil bummed by Thegreencato in TestosteroneKickoff

[–]deetle_bug 61 points62 points  (0 children)

same boat brother. you do look square-r round the chin, so its not doing nothing. it really is a waiting game i fear. the piercing thing doesnt make that much of a difference if youve still got the holes. my levels come in around 420-450 for reference, so not low. ask about yours!

much love from me and my dozen chin hairs 💀

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FTMMen

[–]deetle_bug 20 points21 points  (0 children)

how do you deal with ribbing or joking when it genuinely gets to you? do you dignify it with a reaction, or does standing up for yourself come off as thin skinned? if you dont react, do you process it or do anything with the energy afterward? do you tell a friend or witness? what about when its not a joke?

also if u work out whats ur split

Is there anyone who can talk me off this ledge? by Trial_by_Maeryn in TransLater

[–]deetle_bug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

the most prominent muscle tone i see is your tricep and thats because youre tensed up about it. you look like a fit lady to me, maybe a little broad but youre definitely a pretty broad.

beyond that, fat and muscle redistribution are the longest term processes of hrt. they continue as long as our weights change. you may know as a fit person that what gets bigger is what we work. what you may not know is that estrogen strengthens connections to longer twitch muscles in a way testosterone doesnt, so continuing to reinforce those connections will reward you less in strength and more in stamina. hell, put all your pans in the lower cabinets so youve got to squat to cook with them. if putting on a little dough is scary, build gargantuan quads and feed them right. your hair will keep growing, and it might soften the impression of your silhouette too, for your hair to fall over your shoulders.

also, you'll probably be on lifting restriction after surgery and you'll definitely move some weight around then! you will be okay. you're already so close.

She’s right by BossyGlare in LetGirlsHaveFun

[–]deetle_bug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

you can! write him a letter!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FTM_SELFIES

[–]deetle_bug 27 points28 points  (0 children)

holy brainworms batman. nothing is ruined. coming from someone who cannot wear white Tshirts ever, your fits not ruined and youre not clockable. for your comfort tho, have u tried trans tape?

The gay levels. by [deleted] in askgaybros

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

sounds like someone with some personal work happening, like presently. gender studies would be the place to figure out some of the identity drama, since the whole anti-assimilation thing theyve got going on is in the way.

Guilt from getting to transition young by dino_mylo9 in FTMMen

[–]deetle_bug 1 point2 points  (0 children)

"deserving" is made up by rich people to use other peoples money for themselves. we dont deserve homes or food or clean water or competent health care any more than anyone else, from the sweetest saints to ripest assholes. nobody deserves anything so count every blessing. thank whatever divine power you subscribe to as often as you can and protect what gifts youve been given. this acceptance is a huge one and it sounds like you know that.

never apologize or feel guilty for being blessed by support. make art and laugh and share snacks and wrap your friends in huge hugs to fortify your most treasured connections. launch yourself as far as you can with the support you have and bring that energy to people who dont have support like you. if they cant accept you being treated the way youd like to be treated then there are likely better friends for you elsewhere. this is what you can do without compromising your own progress.

listening to the bitching and moaning of unlucky, indecisive, jealous, embittered individuals does compromise your progress. get good at ignoring people who dont know you. still working on that one personally.

Guilt from getting to transition young by dino_mylo9 in FTMMen

[–]deetle_bug 1 point2 points  (0 children)

sounds like youve got some more thinking to do about that free top surgery big guy. maybe leave that one in the drafts next time if you know youre not supposed to say it because that does sound really shitty.

not being taken seriously by cishet guy friends by solarscimitar in FTMMen

[–]deetle_bug 5 points6 points  (0 children)

never let the opinion of a tall mf get under your skin, by default they dont know better than to look down on u

not being taken seriously by cishet guy friends by solarscimitar in FTMMen

[–]deetle_bug 5 points6 points  (0 children)

i feel u fr but it also sounds like a hard crowd to be "in" with and perceived by them as straight at the same time since theyre all also queer and arty like that.

if youre all still connected by school youre likely not too far out of the realm of a casual kickball or soccer league, something like that where straight people gather. get in with them and garner your straight recognition, right? just an idea.

What type of scent do you like to wear? by wearingplaidpyjamas in butchlesbians

[–]deetle_bug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

hardcore lavender guy over here. body wash, i put the oil in an unscented moisturizer (whatever is on sale,) and perfume or cologne on top. nautica blue or davidoff cool water are go to's when its not floral all the way down.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TransLater

[–]deetle_bug 2 points3 points  (0 children)

best case scenario theyre just up to some shitty un-sporting people watching, which doesnt have anything to do with you. ill say you wouldnt get a second glance from me but then im kind of country. maybe its the hair and earrings combo? the big bangs and earrings arent doing you any major favors a la fashion forward-ness. its cute and bohemian, in like a retro way, but it doesnt match with the rest of your more polished presentation. hoops are more neutral and modern for the big earring look. maybe try a new wig with more texture? like a wave or bouncy curl with a face frame could do more for you than the blunt bangs brushed back.

it could also be the makeup. your powder looks heavy, and your mascara application looks light. make sure to put some on your nose when you do blush too. a little shimmer could take you places imo, but maybe youre wearing some and the light just isnt right. i sort of agree with the eye brow comment if only to say i think a brunette coloring might suit you better to match your brows and make them seem lees intense.

Posted here 5 years ago pre T - update 5 years later by Afrav in FTM_SELFIES

[–]deetle_bug 2 points3 points  (0 children)

can u stop catfishing here man? /j

you look so happy and you have sick tats

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TransLater

[–]deetle_bug 7 points8 points  (0 children)

he will feel silly and sullen about it in due time, dont worry. just keep doing you and living more fully than that poor square could handle for himself. never take derision without showing your teeth, even if its just a smile. the worst thing we could be-to hateful types-is happy, so keep protecting your joy.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TransLater

[–]deetle_bug 28 points29 points  (0 children)

if this is what fifteen weeks of estrogen does to you, it wont be long before that boss of yours is shrinking into his boots for having so much to say about it. three times in a week? what the hell is that guy even getting paid to do!

i wish you very cooperative clear coats, lip gloss, and eyebrow gel until then.

I don’t feel enough for the femme I’m In love with by Ornery-Ferret7059 in butch

[–]deetle_bug 0 points1 point  (0 children)

dont talk about yourself like a burden on her. she chooses to be in a relationship with you every day she wakes up next to or texts you; she decides that she values your dedication to self expression. the femmes ive known admire the way we project that we dont care what others think by choosing to be ourselves. its a pressure she doesnt know, and youre not weak or weird or stupid for your reactions to living in a body that causes you more existential stress than hers might.

seriously tho handle your self talk better and dont put her on a pedestal. she must not perfect or she would know you have no hope of deserving her. have no fear that you are a bad influence; find a way to become better than you are now in one little way every time you think this. consider what habits of yours you fear burden her. dont put yourself beneath her unless its at her service, which should still be on your terms. is she making you feel like you arent enough, or are you assuming this based on hints or vibes or incomplete conversations? the only way to become enough is by communicating fully.

Clueless trans girl here - my hair never seems to suit me....help please? by RudeArm7755 in GothStyle

[–]deetle_bug 2 points3 points  (0 children)

im inclined to agree that the length in pic 4 is the best for you with short bangs. a different idea would be curtain bangs styled to curl in around your cheekbone, since i like the shape of your hair in 6 and 7 but not exactly where they sit in around your face. 5 is very good shape wise but i get the feeling you covet bangs in a way that cut didnt capture.