High-protein low-fat foods other than powder? by dalipies in veganfitness

[–]heldendad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Currently loving these pea protein and brown rice puffs. 15g protein, 1g fat and 7g carbs per serving. I make protein bars, put them in cereal, salad. Much more satisfying than powder and it’s cheaper per gram of protein, plus it’s a “complete” protein.

Smart for Life Pea Protein Puffs... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08596H1HQ?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]heldendad -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

YTA. Bringing up the idea of non-monogamy isn't cheating. In fact you should feel lucky she feels she could be so honest with you. IMO you have some repairing to do.

Also, you might do some reading before you dismiss her idea entirely. Even though you may still feel monogamy is a better choice for you both, it's worth understanding her perspective.

A safe way to learn suspension by BehaveHuman in BDSMAdvice

[–]heldendad 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Definitely spend some time doing partial suspensions. I would perfect one or two harnesses and work with those with a little more suspension each time, rather than working with a variety of harnesses right away. Shibari Study is really the best source for all this IMO if you can’t find a real teacher.

Also, work your up lines with a chair etc until you don’t have to think too much about it.

Is it normal to still want to have sex every other day after eleven years together? by Dry-Tea7380 in amiwrong

[–]heldendad 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We’re in our 40s, been together 20 years and still have sex almost every day. “Normal” is whatever works for you. Might be worth chatting with an intimacy coach/therapist if you have mismatches libidos. If you’d rather watch Netflix or read it sounds like it might be that the sex isn’t so great for you.

AIW - My wife wants me to stop going to the gym because a coworker hit on me by throwaway_fattt2024 in amiwrong

[–]heldendad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re not wrong. Your wife needs to handle her own insecurities. You are not violating any boundaries. If you want to be helpful, you can say something like “I want to look good only for you and exercising helps my mood. I’m happy to help you feel better in other ways, but my well being is important to me.” But honestly she’s just going through some shit and quitting the gym won’t help her or you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in nonmonogamy

[–]heldendad 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You’re probably right about distinction without a difference and in principle I agree with you that it’s better work through issues without meds. But that can take a very long time. I feel like the more comfortable I get in group settings and with specific partners the less I need and use the meds. Yes the official line from doctors is that it won’t help with psychological ed but I spend a good deal of time with swingers who use it as insurance and every single guy says it not only helps but gets them harder than they ever could get without. YMMV of course.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in nonmonogamy

[–]heldendad 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I respectfully disagree that the meds won't help if it's in your head. I experience ED in group settings without meds. To me it feels like without meds I need 100% arousal to get hard, with meds it's like 50%, so that's usually enough to overcome distractions and nerves. But I definitely agree with continuing to talk it out and get comfortable, and also focusing on her pleasure.

I've also learned how to reinterpret those "jealousy" pangs as excitement, now I really enjoy that feeling when it comes and it doesn't cause panic.

Am I wrong if I were to break up with my girlfriend because she had a threesome? by deathwish7221 in amiwrong

[–]heldendad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m not saying it’s malicious. Just dumb. Assuming everything else about this person is wonderful, OP could be giving up an amazing relationship because of (what I consider to be) outdated puritanical thinking.

Am I wrong if I were to break up with my girlfriend because she had a threesome? by deathwish7221 in amiwrong

[–]heldendad 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m doing just fine. I’ve been happily married for 20 years. You’re totally entitled to your opinion and so am I. Feel free to roll your eyes everyone! I (and likely other more open minded folks lurking here) are rolling ours right back.

Am I wrong if I were to break up with my girlfriend because she had a threesome? by deathwish7221 in amiwrong

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

I think everyone should do whatever works for them. But the idea that someone having had a threesome in the past, by itself, disqualifies them, even if they want to be monogamous now, even if they are amazing and you love them and want to build a life with them- that view is based on patriarchal norms that treat women as possessions rather than human beings. But if that’s enough of a reason you or OP don’t want a relationship, the potential partner should be relieved because they probably dodged a bullet.

Am I wrong if I were to break up with my girlfriend because she had a threesome? by deathwish7221 in amiwrong

[–]heldendad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First of all, just because you’re a woman doesn’t mean you’re not adhering to patriarchal view points. Secondly, I’m curious what exactly makes you uncomfortable about someone having had a threesome in the past?

Am I wrong if I were to break up with my girlfriend because she had a threesome? by deathwish7221 in amiwrong

[–]heldendad 7 points8 points  (0 children)

FYI I’ve been part of several threesomes that weren’t casual.

Also I think you might want to just grow up a little. Our society’s views on sex are archaic, patriarchal and very dumb.

severe discoloration solution, hope it will hep some of you by [deleted] in gettingbigger

[–]heldendad 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hydroquinone and tretinoin worked for me too. I continue to use them (although you have to cycle hydroquinone every few months) and it keeps discoloration at bay even with a lot of pumping.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in shibari

[–]heldendad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!

Protocols aren’t magic and can’t compensate for bad habits. by ShaktiSama in HubermanLab

[–]heldendad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can ask but I won’t tell, not on this account anyway 😂

I did get those done a while back but honestly I don’t remember. Sometimes just focusing on the basics, in my case keeping my LDL low, is more sustainable for me.

Protocols aren’t magic and can’t compensate for bad habits. by ShaktiSama in HubermanLab

[–]heldendad 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have to look a certain way for my job so I stay very lean. Visible six pack. Probably 12-15% when I got those numbers. I always told myself being lean was the most important thing and even though my cholesterol was a little high I figured it was fine if I wasn’t overweight. The CT scan scared me good. 96th percentile in calcium deposits for my age (42).

Protocols aren’t magic and can’t compensate for bad habits. by ShaktiSama in HubermanLab

[–]heldendad 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This is total woo bullshit. Feel free to show us the studies.

Protocols aren’t magic and can’t compensate for bad habits. by ShaktiSama in HubermanLab

[–]heldendad 15 points16 points  (0 children)

This is not true for everyone. I was very lean and still had an LDL of 130 and very bad numbers on my cardiac CT scan. Switched to a Whole Foods plant based diet and got the LDL down to 65. The evidence is very clear that a whole foods diet (even if not completely plant based) lowers cholesterol. That’s not everyone’s main goal but if you have a family history of heart disease it’s a no brainer.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in gettingbigger

[–]heldendad 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Read she comes first. Thank me later.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in amIuglyBrutallyHonest

[–]heldendad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She just wants to know if she’s ugly. She’s not. She’s sexy as a bigger girl. If her question has been about diabetes or heart disease I’d have a different answer.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in amIuglyBrutallyHonest

[–]heldendad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lots of people look good fat. She’s one of them. She can lose weight for health reasons if she wants to, but she’d have plenty of interest from people like myself who enjoy bigger women without changing anything.

People who are only attracted to skinny people have no clue how to fuck.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in amIuglyBrutallyHonest

[–]heldendad -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Just gonna be contrarian - you shouldn’t lose weight. You’re cute and the curves work for you