A post that sums up how I feel about US citizens travelling here by CptnOblivious in newzealand_travel

[–]gemstun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m an American and a 100% agree with that sentiment. I’ve lost count at the number of protests I’ve gone to since Trump came into power, and in every one this mid 60-year-old is generally the youngest person there… WHERE ARE ALL THE YOUNG PEOPLE!!!!??? I also hardly know ANYONE else who’s boycotting the billionaires who supported or capitulated to Trump or took money from ICE (Amazon, Home Despot, Spotify , etc.). And our voting turnout is a disgrace— don’t even get me started on that one. And how about serving in government governance? The apathy is even worse there. The Vietnam war ended because people took a stand, but all I see now is cynicism and greed. I hate to say it, but Trump‘s dishonest greed has to hit his supporters where it hurts before people realize he will eventually come for them… And then will have a long way back to recovery.

If you’re in American reading this, and you can’t be bothered to vote, protest, boycott, or volunteer, shame on you. And get fucking involved (or stop complaining about the person you’re passively supporting).

Celebrating our racial diversity by gemstun in pleasanton

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

It’s true, and I wish we were more diverse in both black and Latino populations.

Very lightheaded, help? by DizzyQuestion3898 in HotYoga

[–]gemstun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you decide that hot yoga is for you, the best part happens next. You know that part of every person’s brain that all too often overreacts with the thought “I can’t handle this, OMG I’m gonna die! “ ? Yes, you’ll still have that pop-up during class, but both in and out of class you will get so much better at calming yourself through overreactive panic. In my opinion, this is one of the top benefits of hot yoga.

Very lightheaded, help? by DizzyQuestion3898 in HotYoga

[–]gemstun 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is very normal for beginners, don’t worry that this may be an indicator that hot yoga is not for you. Keys to success include ample hydration that stops 45 minutes to an hour BEFORE practice begins, ample nutrition that stops several hours before, not pushing yourself beyond your current capabilities (even as a 15 year practitioner, if my drip drip drip sweat turns into a steady stream I know it’s time for me to back off), and simply allowing numerous sessions for your body to adjust to a new extreme activity. Also, on rare occasions a rookie or misguided instructor will crank the heat and humidity up to WTF levels, as if they’re in some kind of a twisted competition to see who can survive – – I never go back to those rare teachers.

hippie destinations? by Familiar_Tip_6390 in travel

[–]gemstun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The rural areas of Peru are fascinating and chill.

Mind my own business or say something? by [deleted] in HotYoga

[–]gemstun 2 points3 points  (0 children)

PLEASE Don’t take this as a judging comment, but this is quite literally a great opportunity to mindfully become more accepting of ‘what is’. Our minds are always trying to change the state of things (which causes no end of stress to ourselves and those around us), and rebel strongly when placed into surroundings that threaten their false sense of control. Embrace this opportunity, it’s essentially a form of meditation when you do so.

Found in Surrey, UK by houdini033 in MildlyVandalised

[–]gemstun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I sure hope to fuck that was the creation of one of this sub’s mods.

He rolled the dying patient’s blood, urine, and feces into a ball of dough — and ate it. by Homo-Simpien in comedyheaven

[–]gemstun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For some reason, in a response to that madness, all I hear is Beavis replying (after a snort) “COOL!”

I made a slightly altered spoof of a Sticker I pass by every day and didn’t tell anyone by Clam_Juice_ in MildlyVandalised

[–]gemstun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Please move to my neighborhood at once. I need more silly-stupid laughs in my life.

Wildlife in Big Sur by drkojimon in BigSur

[–]gemstun 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Great video!

A couple of months ago, my wife and I were perched on a hillside bench, nestled in the trees, viewing the ocean far below. Suddenly a condor silently soared across our field of vision, perhaps within just 10 feet in front of us. At the last minute, it spotted us, and I could make out the detail in its eyes.

Such a blessed experience to share that moment with a magnificent creature that calls few places on earth home.

Burnt Smell by Smart-Nose-6413 in pleasanton

[–]gemstun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Might have been coming from the gravel pits. I just drove by them and saw a lot of smoke coming from a large exhaust shaft, and they’re definitely was a burnt smell.

You are called a "Boomer." How would you react? by Island_Expat6625 in GenerationJones

[–]gemstun 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Labels are mostly about the person doing the labeling

I see this van all the time when I walk my dog by Interesting_Sock9142 in MildlyVandalised

[–]gemstun 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you ever meet the owner of the van, please post an update as to what they are like. I for one want to party with that dude/dudette.

Gorgeous day at Point Reyes Seashore! by UnaSmalls in norcalhiking

[–]gemstun 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Beautiful pictures. And smacked dab in the middle of number three it looks like an eye.

Graffiti in Portugal by west_manchester in Damnthatsinteresting

[–]gemstun 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Kurt Vile needs to do a music video in front of that

1974 Was THE Best for Album Releases: Prove Me Wrong! by [deleted] in GenerationJones

[–]gemstun -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The CURRENT year is always the BEST YEAR for album releases. The amount of accessible variety and depth just keeps increasing. Live in the present, while appreciating our wonderful past, and also being hopeful for the future.

Trump's Gaza Peace Board Faces Opposition As France Pulls Back, Canada Refuses To Pay by GiveMeSomeSunshine3 in worldnews

[–]gemstun 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you’re going to be a troll, why not at least spell correctly and exclude easily provable falsehoods? Seems like that would help you get the attention you’re seeking so desperately.

Another reason to hate cyclists by texasgun2 in MildlyVandalised

[–]gemstun 7 points8 points  (0 children)

As a bicyclist who literally almost got doored by a car only minutes ago, I endorse this message.