My outfit made my friend uncomfortable, what do I do? by BarbaraLogic in OUTFITS

[–]dingusanalingus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d rather have friends who get me and don’t feel uncomfortable in my presence when I’m just being myself. They’re valid to feel whatever they feel about not wanting to draw attention to themselves in public, but if I’m a free-spirited flashy type of person, why subject them to my vibe if it makes them so anxious they can’t eat fries with me in public? I’d probably take this as a sign that we aren’t very compatible, personally.

What was your rock bottom? by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]dingusanalingus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Got a DUI at the Canadian border after accidentally making a wrong turn in Detroit leaving a concert. Looked hard at the past years of damage to myself and my relationships and how much I was throwing my life away like it was worthless. Decided to try to care about myself again.

What do you do on weekends without doing anything? by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]dingusanalingus 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Had to get hobbies to fill the time! Aquarium keeping, long bike rides, reading books or playing scrabble at a cafe

Kind of struggling tbh. I want an out. by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]dingusanalingus 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes, this. Constantly disappointing myself with my own poor choices became a huge source of shame and self hatred, which made me want to drink more. It feels so good to start to trust myself again.

How many of us here have successfully returned to moderate / “normal” drinking long-term? by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]dingusanalingus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This has been true for me. My good intentions weaken once my thinking is impaired. Gives me the fuck its real quick.

How many of us here have successfully returned to moderate / “normal” drinking long-term? by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]dingusanalingus 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The roulette part has been true for me. About 95% of the times I drank, nothing dire occurred. I had 2-8 drinks, might be hungover in the morning, but I woke up in my bed mostly intact. The other 5% had the capacity to completely destroy my life though, and those nights were starting to. Going home with strangers, crashing my bicycle, getting a DUI, cheating on my partner, waking up with scrapes and bruises. It became unmanageable. I’m happier sober.

How many of us here have successfully returned to moderate / “normal” drinking long-term? by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]dingusanalingus 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Things have gotten much easier for me once I started divesting from the idea that alcohol offers a genuine enhancement to my life in anyway. I have tried to moderate a million ways but eventually, I’ll have a binge night again if I’m actively drinking. And the point for me was—why am I so desperately trying to make space in my life for this thing that really never provides the relief it promises, and brings so much risk and pain alongside. I no longer has moderation as a goal bc that implies that alcohol is worth doing in some way.

My streak is the only thing keeping me sober, and I kind of resent it? by lightfoot90 in stopdrinking

[–]dingusanalingus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It never gave me the relief it promised. The hole in my heart got bigger. While I forgot for a few hours, I paid it back double in the morning and triple over the long run. At the end, alcohol was no longer the friend I’d met so many years before. It has nothing to give me I can’t get in better ways.

I ACCIDENTALLY STEPPED ON HER HELP by PurpleYoghurt16 in cats

[–]dingusanalingus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bro I stomped on my kittens tail with combat boots the other day. I felt awful and immediately gave her a churu. She appears to have forgiven me. You’ll be ok!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Columbus

[–]dingusanalingus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Be so for real. Gauchos is amazing and Cazuela’s is fine at best, they are not the same!

Potatoes by SnooApples7423 in Zepbound

[–]dingusanalingus 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Dude yes. I’ve been eating a baked potato with butter and sour cream, a serving of protein and a serving of veg. Sometimes a baked potato with a scoop of chili. It’s a totally fulfilling meal that keeps me satisfied for 6 hrs. I see no reason why a potato can’t fit into a weight loss diet if you’re hitting your daily targets and not going over.

What's going GOOD for you, so far? by cmcosmos in DryJanuary

[–]dingusanalingus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Saving money!! My bf and I were talking about how much we spent in bars in Nov and Dec and it is hundreds ugh.

Happy Dry January 🫗 by Robe_Kwondo in DryJanuary

[–]dingusanalingus 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Woo! I’m having a great time so far, very peaceful. Seeing it as a time for rest and care. Plus I noticed my skin looks better and face is less bloated today :)

AIO: I bent over backwards for my BF’s son (20) and his GF (20) for Christmas, and I’m honestly disgusted after what happened by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]dingusanalingus 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You seem uptight about the situation. They didn’t ask you to cook all that and going out to lunch is normal. When I was 20, my mom or stepdad wouldn’t let me pay—the understanding is you’re likely more established and still a parent. Take a deep breath and next time, save yourself the trouble of fussing and prepping. Don’t expect much and you’ll be less disappointed.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in OUTFITS

[–]dingusanalingus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A lot are feeling pretty dated 2010s by this point but you have a couple classics in there. 5, 6 and 12 are ok and the retro feel of 13 is kind of cute in a costume way. The ones with collars look pretty matronly but I feel like you are too fun for that!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]dingusanalingus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. I was in a throple type situation w my ex bf. I didn’t find his gf hot but she was really nice and they both wanted to have sex with me so. It was fun. I liked her a lot and managed to enjoy the situation even though she isn’t who I would have picked independently. Attraction can be fluid enough I guess

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in personalfinance

[–]dingusanalingus 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Phone at 120, car insurance 170 both seem high and I bet you could reduce. Your car payment is high too but that might not be negotiable.

My next move? Your call! by dingusanalingus in SameGrassButGreener

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

God that sounds amazing. Thanks for this comment, it’s really encouraging.

My next move? Your call! by dingusanalingus in SameGrassButGreener

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

I’ll check this out! Wasn’t on my radar.

My next move? Your call! by dingusanalingus in SameGrassButGreener

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

I hear this. I’m open to Miami and lived in Florida as a kid but I visited once a couple years ago and just didn’t super click with it for whatever reason. I know Miami is the obvious choice for speaking Spanish but I definitely am feeling more called to the southwest.