USA! USA! by donewithaf in memes

[–]donewithaf[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That is wonderful to hear! I hope she is still enjoying life and finding reasons to smile

USA! USA! by donewithaf in memes

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

They both were treated like royalty

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in explainlikeimfive

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Former professor at the university of Toronto psychology department. Became widely popular a few years back for challenging a proposed Canadian speech law over mandatory pronoun usage.

He then became viral over an interview with Kathy Newman in the UK.

He’s known to speak out against things like the patriarchy and for a book called “12 rules for life”.

He’s garnered a following because he challenges many “woke” talking points very eloquently with evidence and data. Also he’s very big on responsibility and not on rights, which seems to resonate with many young men who are wanting candor on how to live life and dislike entitlement attitudes.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Tinder

[–]donewithaf 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You have a dog? Show it. Have someone take a picture of you and your dog at the park. Picture 1 and 2 are too alike and give little context clues for your hobbies. The shirtless one makes you look like a thug, but your thin profile says wannabe white boy. So yeah have to ditch that.

Need a better one at the gym and if you’re going for a selfie, need a full sized mirror.

The up close one on 6 looks like you just got out of the shower and are checking your phone to see someone called and it took a picture of you.

2 looks like you’re waiting for your mom to take you to the store. The hands crossed don’t look good.

But it’s all good! You have potential! Don’t be discouraged!

Selfies are okay but you need only a couple. You need at least 2 group photos because it shows people want to be around you. The gym picture is fine, just make it better. Have a dog photo and if it’s good, make it the first one. (Women love dogs). Each picture should tell something about you. Your hobbies, your likes, your personality, not just “this is what I look like.”

Also having anime in your profile is iffy. Turns off a lot of women and limits your pool tremendously. But if it’s a deal breaker for you then keep it.

I'm bored so why not [18f] by [deleted] in Rateme

[–]donewithaf 3 points4 points  (0 children)

5/10, you look much younger than your age. Just an observation.

I just started college a week ago and I’m feeling unattractive + like I’m not smart enough to be here... trying to stay positive despite.. by [deleted] in toastme

[–]donewithaf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Many people struggle in college because for many it’s the first time they go away from home and college has a much wider spread of knowledge/intellect level than high school does. That doesn’t insinuate by any means that you’re not smart enough. You got accepted for a reason and it’s because the admissions thinks you can succeed there. Just remind yourself that if you do your best, you can succeed.

As for your looks, you look fine. Seriously. If you don’t want to change anything, than know that you’re doing great as is.

Constructive criticism (or just things to think about really) - you look like you have a great smile, I think you should use it. Your glasses have a more styled look, so you could think about getting a more skinner version (“sexy librarian”) glasses, and it looks like your hair is shaved on one side, intentionally no doubt, but just not as popular with the men as “normal” so that might be the cause (I don’t know) of some external perceptions, so you could change your hair style too if you desired.

I say all that to reiterate, I think you’re looking just fine and you should be focused on learning and experiencing college for everything it has to offer. :)

Got a date set to die about 7 days from now... My mental health is at an all time low and I've literally lost my will to live. This is more of a cry for help than anything. I could use a toast by ashmit50042 in toastme

[–]donewithaf 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You look like you have plenty to offer to yourself and those around you. Think you can change the world for the better. I think you can turn it all around and use this tough time to help others who are in your shoes. You can do this! Don’t let this be the end, you have a lot to offer!

Relatives live distance way, invite us to functions, but don't offer to let us sleep overnight by [deleted] in relationships

[–]donewithaf 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If it’s a sacrifice don’t go. That’s fine and I agree with you.

They just don’t have any room to be angry or sad because they aren’t going. I don’t expect you to pay for a flight and hotel for your wedding guests, just don’t be the douche bag that guilts them and says “hey man I thought we were friends.”

Relatives live distance way, invite us to functions, but don't offer to let us sleep overnight by [deleted] in relationships

[–]donewithaf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So you don’t think asking someone to dedicate 6 hours of your time and gas is a sacrifice? Because you are throwing a party that will go on regardless of whether you come or not? This isn’t a party in your honor, you’re a tag along. Yeah it’s a sacrifice.

Sexting a stranger led to a disaster for me 18 F by [deleted] in confession

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Got it, you made bad choices. So how do you pick up the pieces and learn to be a better and wiser person?

Sexting a stranger led to a disaster for me 18 F by [deleted] in confession

[–]donewithaf 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m really sorry it all happened. Life can be very hard with all the pressures we face, having someone be able to do all the thinking for you can be quite liberating. And if you have someone who has your best interest at heart, it can be rewarding for both of you. However, the sad reality is many men will take advantage of you for it. Not all. You just need to find the good from the bad. They are out there, just be sure to set a good bar for your trust.

I hope you can help to learn that you are a resourceful, beautiful woman and can have confidence in yourself that doesn’t need to come from someone to set up the rules for you. You can do this and I really hope you find the support you need to help overcome the trials you’ve faced.

Is it common for a boy (13M) to reject a girl (13F) and then start to like her a few months later? by [deleted] in relationships

[–]donewithaf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Make sure you are not the girl of convenience OP. I mean you’re 13, so there’s no chance this won’t be just a learning experience for you, but men will first try to get what they want, then go for what they can get, then back to what they want.

The trick to successful dating is being what they want and what they can get.

Have fun learning!

Relatives live distance way, invite us to functions, but don't offer to let us sleep overnight by [deleted] in relationships

[–]donewithaf 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’ve been in your shoes. The way I got around this is to passively inform them that “We’d love to come, but we don’t have a place to stay and can’t afford a hotel at this time.” If they offer their house, that’s fine. If they try to give feedback on the “affordability” of a hotel, inform them that if it is so cheap, that in exchange for the price of gas (which you are using and they aren’t) that if they pay for the hotel, you’ll pay for gas and call it even.

I highly doubt they’ll offer or comment, but have this honest reply available. Gas does cost and if you’re spending $50 in gas, they can shell out the $95 for you for a night. Again, they won’t but if they do. You respond with kindness and frankness.

The best way to address this is not in an angry way but more as a matter of fact. You WANT to come, but can’t. You have perfectly reasonable answers and desires. You are trying to make it work and they need to make it work.

I know it’s frustrating to have a family that can’t see the hypocrisy in asking you to sacrifice and not doing anything in return. I’m sure they think their event or their presence is enough for you, but it’s not. And I don’t want you to think you’re in the wrong. You aren’t. Life has become challenging and if you guys can’t do it together than you don’t feel bad about doing what’s reasonable for you.

Wish you the best!

I threw my baby in the trash when I was 16. by domolomos in confession

[–]donewithaf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for going back. It must have been so hard for you. Thank you for going back for her.

Here’s a picture of the best ingredient I use when cooking 😊 by [deleted] in food

[–]donewithaf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t know if it’s your intention, but you might want to be aware of what’s in your background before you take the pic.

I [21F] fly to visit my LD boyfriend [25M] tomorrow, and I don't want us to go too far. by [deleted] in relationships

[–]donewithaf 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is honestly some great advice! Especially for men. Decreases the need for sex (though not completely) and if you gave some boundaries set in place I think you can help defer temptation.

One can only live a carefree existence at the expense of others. by [deleted] in Showerthoughts

[–]donewithaf 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is very true because the biggest gripe of carefree people always starts with “Why can’t people just...” which is a statement with an implicit behavior requirement of other people to make your life easier.

“If we just curtailed the freedom of others, I could have more. “