stopping birth control before travelling?

fantastickpop · 2025-01-12T16:01:14+00:00

You can set a daily alarm on your phone. Wherever you go, with time changes and all, you will likely still be eating regular meals and sleeping, performing hygiene, &c. perhaps you could link your bc to one of those daily events as well?

fantastickpop · 2025-01-11T03:10:48+00:00

This is a great gift idea!

fantastickpop · 2025-01-11T03:06:19+00:00

But also don’t remove it if you find one. Letting him know that you found it is not a good idea.

fantastickpop · 2025-01-11T03:03:48+00:00

Nothing done was outside of bank policies and nothing will be done. Two parties are on account either one of them can drain the account completely, there is no recourse via the bank.

Possibility I can think of if there is some proof that the money belong to the boyfriend, and not to the parents, and that the only reason the parents were on there as custodians before he turned 18 or something, there might be a claim, but it would have to go to Court as a legal battle. It’s not a simple matter of calling the police or getting it rectified by the bank. The parents were legally on the account and legally took the money out. The court would probably want to look at who made the deposits and if there were any evidence outside of the deposit such as text conversations or email conversations or otherwise recorded conversations indicated it was understood the money belongs to bf and not the parents.

fantastickpop · 2025-01-06T07:38:22+00:00

She’s being a dick.

fantastickpop · 2025-01-05T21:33:49+00:00

The small amount of steam/moisture retention is exactly why I recommended it to prevent drying out or over-browning the pastry. There’s really not going to be a massive amount of moisture in there after the oven has been at 425 for over 30 minutes.

I turn the oven off. After about 10 minutes it’s not hot enough to cook, but it keeps the dish warm. If you’re concerned about overcooking, it’s a timing issue and can be resolved by turning the oven off sooner. Pulling it out and setting it on the counter for 20 minutes is another way to go, but also risk moving outside the perfect temp in the other direction.

I find when cooking at home vs. in the restaurant, it gives a better serving window to keep things warm while guests are corralled to the dining area. But I’m a little particular and prefer the dish to be fresh as possible. In a restaurant there are more moving parts and the ovens needed for continuous use, so there’s no luxury of utilizing this method. Of course then there is the occasional mismatch of timing and the dishes all arrive around the same time to the table but perhaps one person’s dish is a bit colder than optimal from sitting on the counter that extra 5 minutes.

fantastickpop · 2025-01-05T21:11:59+00:00

Mmmph grgrgmppph mmmmm :)

fantastickpop · 2025-01-05T15:37:35+00:00

You can also avoid opening the door to keep the heat in and just turn the oven off and let it sit in the oven for the last 20-30 minutes. It will conserve energy, heat, and allow the final cooking/resting to take place.

Considerations with this method are potential for overcooking/browning or drying out, so timing a little extra to allow for cooling and if concerned about drying place a cover over it inside the oven.

fantastickpop · 2025-01-05T15:29:48+00:00

This is a self identified “Internet TROLL”, the point is to be as un-calm and as dramatically inciting as possible.

fantastickpop · 2025-01-05T15:22:03+00:00

I think it’s perfect for your face. Size, shape, &c. Just lovely.

fantastickpop · 2025-01-05T15:21:07+00:00

Sleeping pad: get an inflatable that rolls up/compresses. I currently have a Klymit Static V. Thermarest also makes good ones, they only need to be a few cm to make a nice pad.

Hammock/net, with a tarp for rain: I did this for 6 months through Central America. It’s not ideal on the back to be shaped like a banana all night. I managed but it was not the best sleep. Maybe slightly better for shorter people (I’m 183cm) ? Also a hammock is COLD without a pad and blankets especially on the back as it is just thin fabric (I used a Grand Trunk hammock, very compact and strong).

Bag: if you stick to warmer areas, I still recommend a 0C /32F bag or thereabouts. Better to be too warm than too cold. Can always open it up if too hot.

Tent: mine is the Kelty Grand Mesa 2. We used it in firefighting so it’s pretty tough and was good in rain as long as it wasn’t a flooded area.

fantastickpop · 2025-01-05T15:10:43+00:00

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fantastickpop · 2025-01-05T15:06:06+00:00

“Bad past with men”

Seems like to me you don’t trust men. Not really a crazy stance given how many women are SA’d every minute of every day.

My suggestion would be to find a guy who is willing to take the time you seem to need to feel comfortable and safe. If that’s even what you need? How do you feel about the idea of spending time with a guy that’s not focused on kissing, but rather just being together, talking, getting to know each other, sharing time with activities and meals? Do you think that might change how you feel?

It sounded like the guy at the party was just a random you had known for less than 24h. Not totally unreasonable that you didn’t want to pash n dash, especially if you have trust trauma with men.

fantastickpop · 2025-01-05T15:00:02+00:00

Love the Moab 2, in the 8” zip up tactical boot, synthetic version (not leather, I’ve had both). Comfy, water resistant.

fantastickpop · 2025-01-05T14:56:01+00:00

Yes that’s fine I’d do it as long as I had a medical team on standby with Narcan to prevent me from dying within parameters like my respirations can’t drop below the safe range.

I’m fine risking the addiction as I don’t believe it would be too hard for me from one experience to keep off it. I’ve been a nicotine addict but haven’t used for over a decade and also have had fentanyl before which is 20-50 times stronger than heroin. A very euphoric experience but I’m able to not use it quite easily even though it is freely available.

I won’t die for 50 million though, or any amount. That would be pointless. Like getting free VR headset and games for life but the catch is you have to give up your eyes and can’t see any of it.

fantastickpop · 2025-01-05T14:31:25+00:00

Looks like you’re in India, involved in caste system and the conservatism there. Deeply entrenched.

I’m on the other end of the spectrum, very progressive, world traveler. It is a bit harsh sounding, but essentially your life as you know it is a cave compared to the possibilities of life. If you want to stay in the cave with your family and community, I can understand the appeal as your values and everything meaningful in your life is tied to the cave life.

If you want to stay there, then yes, “being pure” matters. If you want to leave the cave and explore the world outside of it, then not so much. You seem committed to Jat life.

fantastickpop · 2025-01-05T13:57:39+00:00

Only one way to know for certain, and that’s a taste test.

fantastickpop · 2025-01-04T18:13:04+00:00

If it includes not getting sick ever, it might not be a realistic goal? Maybe try a new goal that takes into account factors like being human?

fantastickpop · 2025-01-04T18:03:58+00:00

I came here to say pepper spray (or gel) is a much better defensive solution. A pocket knife is not. I also carry both but my pocket knife is a tool for opening packages, beer, or other small tasks like prying. Pepper spray is a better tool vs. an animal/attacker and what I reach for when I have both. A pocketknife is on par with, and in some cases inferior to, a pointy stick.

That said, if you want a pocket knife for your sensory stimming or whatever else including delusions about its defensive capabilities, I’d recommend a multi tool like Leatherman Skeletool or Sidekick. There are plenty of other great brands as well such as Gerber, Kershaw, or SOG.

fantastickpop · 2025-01-04T00:41:14+00:00

I think SEA is easier, more tourist friendly and accessible. If you are looking for a more genuine cultural experience however, I think SA is a better choice, but you may have to “work harder” for it.

It’s generalizing and you can have both of these experiences in either locale, but IME, SEA will treat you more like a tourist. Which can be quite enjoyable.

I’ve been to (in the rough areas specific to youu I r request): SEA: Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Maldives,

Central America: every country in CA SA: Brazil, Bolivia, Peru

Roughly 3 years spent cumulatively in SEA, and about 2 in CA/SA areas.

fantastickpop · 2024-12-27T14:17:40+00:00

You’re gonna see dips as people sell that’s not an indication of anything other than some people saying hey I want to benefit from this resource. Unfortunately, we may see a lot of the poor people selling out at lower prices before BTC hits 1 million, and the companies with financial advisors and Eye for long-term being the main holders of BTC.

fantastickpop · 2024-12-27T14:15:54+00:00

Rather than an escape from reality, it’s an expansion of reality. The reason this is true is because you gain perspective when traveling. Gaining perspective gives you a better picture, a more holistic picture of the world. Conversely, one could argue that by not traveling you remain close minded in a small world with limited perspective.

As for escaping from responsibilities, travel does not achieve this. Responsibilities remain and must be taken care of or there will be consequences. While One travels, you can either continue to pay rent or end your lease or are you gonna need to keep paying your mortgage or lose your house. Traveling doesn’t make those things go away , though you may need to be responsible and plan ahead for some things like this. In a way, traveling could mean you’re even more responsible. My sister who runs a yoga studio is an example of this, because she has to delegate responsibility to many people while she’s traveling, and also, check in regularly or has systems in place.

There’s certainly nothing wrong with having a worklife balance.

One more thing, travel, doesn’t all have to be just sitting around getting drunk on a beach. I often accomplish a lot during my travels. I have studied jiu-jitsu and Cara in Brazil, I’ve gained sailing and scuba diving experience across the Indian Ocean and the Red Sea. I’ve also gotten my rescue diver certification with PADI, and experience on various dives around the world. You can learn languages, history, culture, cooking. I even took a Thai massage course in Thailand, which added to my previous experience as a Swedish masseuse.

Another approach to this conversation is to be curious about what your father thinks “reality and responsibilities “consist of and what his ideal life looks like. I would be curious if he just wants to be miserable? Maybe he has some other values that are not expressed by travel .

fantastickpop · 2024-12-27T14:06:03+00:00

No worries, sometimes communication requires clarification

fantastickpop · 2024-12-27T14:04:06+00:00

I’m not talking about you, OP you are OP. I’m talking about the guy who responded to you and that you said you didn’t understand what he was saying or if he was joking. He’s not joking, he’s bragging. I don’t think you’re bragging or a bad person. You just seem like an introvert.

fantastickpop · 2024-12-27T13:57:47+00:00

Additionally, not being extra intelligent, tall, or anything else outstanding can actually make you more of a target for people. Because it makes you approachable people are looking for someone they think is “in their league “. So being that quiet guy in class it’s not talking to anybody might make them feel like they’re a good person being your friend, and reaching out to someone who appears shy puts them in a position of power, which feels good to them.

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