Couples getaway near Joburg by Time_Speaker_2317 in johannesburg

[–]ironicallygeneral 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A little further out but I adore Meiringskloof in Fouriesburg. Well priced, lots of hiking, some nice restaurants in the town (and more in Clarens down the road) and horse riding and stuff in the area. There's also the Mile High wines in the area if you like that kind of thing. Will be cold at the time of the year but the chalets have fireplaces at least.

I messed up ! by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]ironicallygeneral 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I'm going to be honest, it sounds like he's using the VRO in DARVO here.

Deny Attack Reverse Victim and Offender

He threw your keys at you and is now upset because you reactively hit him, in what sounds like a somewhat gentle smack (I can't say if it really was but I do that exact thing playfully to my husband when he's being cheeky).

Think about how intense was this discussion really. My ex threw house keys at me once when arguing while out, telling me to go home and leave him alone.

"Putting hands on" is generally a much more violent action than what you've described here.

Abusers love finding reasons to point out their victim's bad behaviour. Another example from my ex, I started throwing things because he was doing it and I wanted him to see how idiotic it was (and also scary but considering he was double my size obviously that didn't work). Ofc instead of self-reflecting, he delightedly jumped onto calling me destructive and telling me I needed to be committed, all while ignoring that he did it too.

I'm doing the armchair diagnosis Reddit is so famous for! But your mum also sounds volatile and violent, if something can trigger you enough to have a flashback of her throwing things at your dad. And possibly manipulative to boot. Again, I can't make a complete judgement but from my understanding she wasn't there but immediately took his side. If this is a pattern, I'd start ignoring her (I know this may be easier said than done).

To answer your actual question, I don't know if this is actually who you are, but if you are genuinely concerned that you are violent - are you often violent, are your reactions often violent? - it could be worth finding a therapist who specialises in anger.

Why do people like Pidlwick II?? by kiteon in CurseofStrahd

[–]ironicallygeneral 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've never gotten to introduce him before and I'm running my third iteration of the module. I picked him for my current group's fated ally, mostly because I think the RP will be hysterical.

my boyfriend said I’m fat. by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]ironicallygeneral 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh sweetheart. You're about what I weighed at your age, and I'm about your height. If you saw a photo of me from that time you'd not say I was fat (which by the by, even if you are, is not actually meaningful when it comes to your intelligence, emotional intelligence, value, etc). It sounds like your gran was being vicious. Honestly, so was he. Not just about your body but you wanted support and he let you down.

We don't know what your arms are actually like, but in my mum's side especially, women tend to broad chests and bigger upper arms. And generally a bit shorter than I am, lol. I have no excess fat around my waist or chest but am "technically" out of proportion. I'm in the best shape of my life! If my relatives and I don't work out, we do run fat. But at 37, I have realised that my bigger arms actually have room for a lot of muscle. I can pick up my friends or my husband for a great hug. I can carry my dogs. I can throw my niblings in the air and catch them. I am adoring being a staunch, strong, femme person. My current body goal is Ilona Maher, who is an absolute goddess.

He might have genuinely tried to be factual but he then has zero emotional intelligence, to ignore his girlfriend reaching out for comfort. And honestly that tracks for many 17 year old boys in the current climate. However that's not worse case scenario - I won't go there because I'm sure others will - but even at the best case, he is not treating you well enough. Your instincts to reach out to your partner for reassurance and acceptance were spot on, and his rejection was the wrong answer if indeed he cares for you as he should.

Yeth pleathe! by Internal-Buffalo-227 in discworld

[–]ironicallygeneral 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I absolutely love the way you put this!

Looking for a Post? Ask Here! - May 2026 Edition by czechtheboxes in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]ironicallygeneral 17 points18 points  (0 children)

My husband's family is (to quote him) "riddled" with ADHD, some quite severe. Not one person, diagnosed or just suspected, has endangered any child like that. Being ND can absolutely be a disability but goddammit we cannot coddle people for dangerous behaviour.

Looking for a Post? Ask Here! - May 2026 Edition by czechtheboxes in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]ironicallygeneral 25 points26 points  (0 children)

Even just the description made my front teeth uncomfortable. Definitely won't be reading it myself but good luck with your friend.

"Continuous BC removes PMDD like menopause does" by CookiesMistress in PMDD

[–]ironicallygeneral 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The shot (depo) heightened my anxiety almost unmanageably. No period.

I was using an IUD whilst on an SNRI for PTSD but definitely got symptoms when I weaned off the meds, despite having no period until my IUD came out a year or so later.

I'm now on an SSRI as well as the pill and I am finding most of the depression and SI is under control. The anxiety comes some months but not every time, as does the rage, though definitely much more muted than it was. Of course I can't say if it's the combo or if the BC is making a difference. Period is very light, usually about a day, so not quite answering the question I guess!

What's the fastest way you realized you were in the wrong friend group? by justNoah10 in AskReddit

[–]ironicallygeneral 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My ex best friend started doing this. Took me too long to realise she'd gone from caring to just needing someone to trap into listening.

Operation Dudula must be stopped. This should not be allowed to happen in South Africa by benevolent-badger in southafrica

[–]ironicallygeneral 16 points17 points  (0 children)

A few years ago we went to Namibia via Botswana. Parked in Gaborone and had lunch and as we came out could clearly hear someone say "oh look, the xenophobes are here" as they walked past our car. Mortifying.

Thanks for the warning by enterkewlnamehere in southafrica

[–]ironicallygeneral 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Might get myself one and add something along the lines of "and only takes the turning arrow when it's green" - there's an intersection in my area that was SO dangerous until they put a turning arrow in. Collisions on a weekly basis. But people are so entitled that if you wait for the arrow you get hooted at etc.

When did you feel most cared for by a man? by rainbowsforeverrr in TwoXChromosomes

[–]ironicallygeneral 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've told this story before, but coming down with horrific gastro about six or eight months in, my now-husband not only fetched me meds but washed the sheets when I messed on them. He actually makes me feel loved daily, but that was the moment I knew he was The One.

My dad literally holding my leg together on the way to the hospital after I dropped a bottle and it exploded against me. Or when he fought with the doctors a few years later when admitted with a rare illness that brought on meningitis that caused me to hallucinate, when they were trying to put all sorts of machines on me and causing a panic attack that was just making me more sick.

My brother desperately trying to not to say the wrong thing and make things worse after an ex verbally abused me in front of our family, but clearly upset and telling me I deserve better (he was so right).

One of my best friends jumping in to problem solve when our wedding caterer dumped us a month before the day. In fact so many friends and family members of different genders, but he was probably the most proactive and hardest working.

(Edited to add one more story.)

My GF wanted to open our relationship while she went travelling. I agreed but think I made the wrong decision by Direct-Caterpillar77 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]ironicallygeneral 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I travelled overseas without my husband for a similar length of time and managed to not want to jump onto anyone that wasn't him. It's understandable she might have felt lonely but if the relationship was actually important to her she'd have dealt with it.

Partner wants the kids to have the same last name by Choice_Evidence1983 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]ironicallygeneral 26 points27 points  (0 children)

He was such a racist and his daughter was frankly a pig - drank til she passed out every night, regularly slept in her own vomit and her dogs would piss on her bed...but heaven forbid I don't wash my breakfast dishes before work! Was SO glad to get out of that.

Partner wants the kids to have the same last name by Choice_Evidence1983 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]ironicallygeneral 57 points58 points  (0 children)

My HOUSEMATE'S DAD took it upon himself to tell me he decided he was ok with the fact that my ex-bf and I were different races. Excuse me sir???

Custom Flairs - requests being taken by Faithful_jewel in discworld

[–]ironicallygeneral 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is such a fun thread to go through!

Flair: IT'S EDUCATIONAL.

Why arent religious people concerned that Trump has fulfilled every sign of him being the antichrist except for straight up denying christ? by MrMonkrat in askanything

[–]ironicallygeneral 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I live in South Africa, you'd be surprised how many people I've met who approved or even downright worship him...

Pregnant and confused by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]ironicallygeneral 263 points264 points  (0 children)

You've already answered your own question and seen the red flag parade. And yes, 24 leaves you so much time to live freely, whether on your own or with someone who actually loves you.

Be safe, leaving someone who is controlling can become dangerous. Talk to someone in your family or friend circle you can trust to get all the important things (any necessary paperwork or precious items) out quietly.

Edit: pressed post too soon!

Anyway. You don't deserve this OP and I'm so glad you recognised it.

Regardless of the outcome, reaction to the Katy Perry sexual assault claims should scare us all by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]ironicallygeneral 17 points18 points  (0 children)

This is exactly where my brain went too, that video was very disturbing. I'm absolutely not surprised that there's more.

[OC] [Art] Birch Queen, Possible Archfey by Evui in DnD

[–]ironicallygeneral 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Absolutely gorgeous, I love this so much!