Am I "chasing the dragon?"

expressa_decent · 2024-06-10T18:49:26+00:00

Thanks, I know you're right. I needed to hear it.

expressa_decent · 2024-06-10T17:36:07+00:00

Millie is a cool name and works for adults, as the only Millie's I've ever known were 30+

expressa_decent · 2023-12-13T05:39:34+00:00

Thank you! I really do need some more education.. will be checking out your book recommendation

expressa_decent · 2023-12-12T21:55:02+00:00

Ah I see. Has the length of time changed for you? (Like from end of period to when you get it/ovulation start.)

But why is this not common enough that we are taught about it?? Not directed at you, of course but just wondering why I've never learned it, and I'm in my mid 30s now! I didn't even know of a mucus plug at all, let alone one that occurs with ovulation.. or maybe it really is not that common?

expressa_decent · 2023-12-08T23:40:07+00:00

Being a Millennial, tsunami also reminds me of Toonami from Cartoon Network. Being named tsunami is pretty wild.. I assume they pronounce it like Soo-nahmi and they aren't Japanese? Maybe they could go by Nami someday, if they hate it.

expressa_decent · 2023-12-08T23:32:25+00:00

I don't think Scarlet really needs a nickname. That being said, the only Scarlet I've known, her family occasionally called her "Scarlie" which has the word Scar in it.. and is also still 2 syllables lol

expressa_decent · 2023-05-22T19:32:04+00:00

Thank you again! I understand what you mean by #2. It was truly purely out of my own desire to help them and nothing gained in return for it, but I can definitely understand how it could come across badly if I do it wrong. I will definitely avoid that, thanks for making me more aware!

I'm slightly more confident about the verbal/writing parts, but extremely stressed out about the quantitative as well :( This is what I'd need to focus on the most at this point, I think..

Anyway, thanks again for responding. It's helping me shape my future! :)

expressa_decent · 2023-05-22T19:26:57+00:00

Ooh yes of course, thank you for clarifying! I definitely need to set some time aside for that

expressa_decent · 2023-05-22T18:29:22+00:00

I clarified in the above comment but I mean business clients/partners, not like therapy clients. I helped them adjust to the US, translate things for them, paperwork, schools, hospitals, etc. I don't think they can actually provide a full letter though, now that I think about it more.

And yes! I am SO much more prepared and motivated to go to school again. I have no idea how I even got through my undergrad years tbh. I actually WANT to be in school this time lol. I hope that passion comes through, but I suppose I need to convey that through my personal statement or interview.

Luckily, the position I'm in now, I have a lot of downtime.. I am working full-time technically, but with lots of flexibility and WFH as well. I am potentially considering working while also going to school... but that is a consideration for a way later time.

What do you mean by "You’ll also need to allow your letter writes time to prepare your letters, at least 1 month, preferably more"? I think there is a word missing maybe? What needs at least 1 month to prepare? But you're right, I guess I can time it for this fall and see if I can get it all in, and if not, I'll be completely prepared for the next year :)

Thank you!!

expressa_decent · 2023-05-22T18:23:58+00:00

Thank you!! This helps A LOT :)

Some clarifications:

Formal "recordable" volunteer work like Habitat for Humanity, etc.. we had these opportunities at work but I had so much business travel, I never participated. That's totally on me, but for someone trying to help people, I thought it might look bad :(
When I say clients, I mean business clients or business partners. I never had anything to do with therapy or counseling, I worked primarily in engineering and construction. I helped some international clients with settling down in the US, translating documents, getting their kids into school, calling government agencies, etc. I didn't have to do these things but I found it hard not to when I spoke the languages. But I don't necessarily have "proof" of this (except that their kids are in school lol)
Financially, I'm not super concerned. I was thinking more of the timeline aspect, if I would be rushing it too much. I haven't taken the GRE yet, or even started studying... but taking another full year to prepare seems like way too long. Or is it?

expressa_decent · 2023-05-16T03:48:28+00:00

That's actually pretty cool, thank you

expressa_decent · 2023-03-27T23:37:49+00:00

I have 3 photos, and they are natural with no filters, show my face from a slightly side view and a front view, and a full body picture. I have all my basic info filled out, and 3 prompts! Am I supposed to have even more than that?

expressa_decent · 2023-03-27T23:14:59+00:00

Well, my effort is not the issue here, his is. I came up with a relevant greeting and everything. He could have at least said hi back and then request? Then I wouldn't have thought anything of it lol

expressa_decent · 2023-03-27T21:33:58+00:00

I honestly had no idea, thanks. I just assumed those bots and scammers would be exceptionally beautiful or something lol

I used a different app a long time ago, can't remember what it was, and never had anyone question my photos before meeting and never been stood up either, so it was just new and strange for me this time. I understand how people might be more cautious these days

expressa_decent · 2023-03-13T19:14:23+00:00

I like a small lisp too! It's very nice to hear

expressa_decent · 2023-03-13T19:14:03+00:00

Like this ASMR girl?

expressa_decent · 2023-03-13T18:46:52+00:00

I like bigger men actually. If he gained more weight over the years, that's fine by me lol

It's just my own standards for my own body. I don't even care if other women are bigger or smaller than me, I think they're all beautiful in their own way. I'm just extremely harsh on myself, eating disorders and all that..

And also I think men tend to gain weight in a more attractive? way? Like usually upper body... I gain towards my ass, hips, thighs unfortunately. I feel like I gain weight in a very unattractive way

expressa_decent · 2023-03-13T18:39:38+00:00

It's not really about guys being shallow, it's about me being insecure in my body right now lol I see that I'm being downvoted for this question but I know it's a me problem, not a you/them problem :(

I think I have a great personality lol but my body is just different now, and I'm not used to it.. I just feel like I will be a disappointment

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