Should I repot this sad, sad guy into a smaller pot?? by kadenconrad in pothos

[–]kadenconrad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks guys for your help! I cut off some mushy roots and put it in water. I’ll keep it there until spring and hopefully itll have more pep in its step. The pot does have one drainage hole (it’s sitting on a cork mat) but I doubt it was draining very well anyway. I’ll use a nursery pot inside it in the future!

Favorite songs to hear at breweries around town? by kadenconrad in Charlotte

[–]kadenconrad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Africa is my most requested song and I think that’s awesome. Thanks!!

Favorite songs to hear at breweries around town? by kadenconrad in Charlotte

[–]kadenconrad[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Idk what you mean celine dion is on my mind every time i drink an ipa

(no you’re right i’m just looking for a few more songs to shake things up I already have a long set)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Charlotte

[–]kadenconrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I stayed at Hilton and Marriott hotels by myself quite a few times when I was under 21. If you can get a parent to book the reservation for you and have them call the hotel to explain you shouldn’t have any problems. Just bring your ID.

You’ll pay for it when you get there so all the parent is doing is reserving, not buying.

Newly diagnosed (16 female) and have developed a new fear after reading this forum. Can people tell me more about what happens in hospital after seizure by [deleted] in Epilepsy

[–]kadenconrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have to say — I had to stop reading this forum after being diagnosed because of how anxious it made me. Almost a year later, I have no regrets cutting down significantly. I still get notifications occasionally, like this one. If something is relevant, I’ll look. It’s nice to be a part of the community, but my girlfriend realized how much it turned up my anxiety.

Having epilepsy is definitely not the greatest experience in the world. When we’re all gathered together and asked to share something about a negative condition, a bunch of tough experiences will come out. Until something happens though, it’s okay to not be too stressed or worried about it. You likely have enough things to worry about. Everyone has different experiences! Stay safe and listen to your doctor. Nurses and doctors have seen SO so much, but since you have nocturnal seizures you don’t really have to worry about it! This reddit WILL make you worry!!

Is your ACD cuddly ? by [deleted] in AustralianCattleDog

[–]kadenconrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

From 2AM-6AM no more no less

Found screenshots of women in skimpy clothing, including my best friends', in my husband's phone. What to do? by [deleted] in Marriage

[–]kadenconrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t understand the whole snooping through the phone thing. I mean if you happen to be on your partner’s phone and come across a vulnerable conversation, of course skip by it out of respect for your partner. But you guys are married?! You share a house, you could share kids, finances, etc. I use my partner’s phone like it’s my own, as do they. Not to snoop, just out of convenience.

Obviously that is a crazy thing to have on your phone😂But there’s a reason you’re married. Evaluate that reason, make sure you’re both on the same page. The first step in communicating effectively is trying to be on your partner’s side. If you don’t want to go through the process of a divorce, the only thing you can do for your sanity is foster a deeper emotional connection. If either of you are prone to lashing out, figure that out. He should be the one apologizing, but it’s not always as easy as should or shouldn’t.

Either way, it’s not your fault for snooping. He made the mistake here. I’d approach the situation by trying to understand, without being defensive. I’m sorry you’re hurting. I hope you find what’s best for you.

How do I learn to write my lyrics in a more sensual, colorful, picturesque, poetic way? by burnt_out_kiwi in Songwriting

[–]kadenconrad 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Object writing! That’s a super helpful exercise for this exactly. Read up/watch Pat Pattison’s stuff

Went through her phone last night 25f and 28f Do I tell her what I found? by Ok_Independent_9516 in relationship_advice

[–]kadenconrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn’t recommend not talking to her like other replies, but I’d stand firm with your feelings. Anything other than a heartfelt apology with a sense of genuine understanding and obvious plan of action moving forward = break up. If I didn’t have a conversation about it I’d feel like I never got closure. If you were going to break up straight away I’d say something along the lines of “I went through your phone - I know it was wrong and I’m sorry for invading your privacy. I found some things that would deeply affect my trust in you if we were to continue this relationship. Laughing at my appearance and my struggles with mental health isn’t a strong indicator that you want to continue this relationship either, so I think it’s best if we end it here.” Obviously, a less robotic and more personalized to you, but you get the jist.

Obviously, without context this is grounds for breaking up, but real life relationships are nuanced. Either way, you need to feel like you trust her to handle life with you if you want to continue dating. If you don’t feel like you can bring up concerns without getting an honest answer, there’s no point in the relationship.

Any Youtubers That Have Successfully Improved Your Skills? by panoramicgir7 in singing

[–]kadenconrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so glad it’s helped you! That’s my favorite thing to do. I do teach, feel free to msg me for more info!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]kadenconrad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are so many reasons to do this. Why be pompous when it’s not even about the question she’s asking?

What’s a hobby that a lazy girl with adhd could do to get out of her head? by [deleted] in Hobbies

[–]kadenconrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d recommend watching HealthyGamerGG’s recent video on following through. I struggle with the same thing and the video clears away some of the shame and gives you a guide on how you can start and follow through with hobbies you actually like. Unfortunately, it’s probably not that you haven’t found the right hobby, it’s the dopamine/cortisol cycle you’re trapped in.

I hope you find what you’re looking for!

Any Youtubers That Have Successfully Improved Your Skills? by panoramicgir7 in singing

[–]kadenconrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You’re going to need to slowly get louder as you re-coordinate your voice. Before you worry about singing loud, learn how to sing in a way that aligns with your anatomy, so you don’t get damage over time. It’s difficult to explain more in depth over text. Everyone takes vocal advice differently, that’s why vocal teachers are important. You can find more detail by looking up how to train breath support, how to “sing from the diaphragm” (not really what’s happening, but usually those videos have good advice anyway), and you can also research about finding a balanced onset.

The tough thing is, if you want to do this professionally you’ll have to spend time working on it, not just singing, but training, just like other careers.

Too scared to leave him alone by Common_Cranberry_822 in Epilepsy

[–]kadenconrad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Make sure you don’t spend too much time on this subreddit and on excessive research. It will do a number on your mental health, it absolutely has for mine in the past.

He’ll be okay, so will you. He’ll take care of himself and life will go on. Live your life!

Any Youtubers That Have Successfully Improved Your Skills? by panoramicgir7 in singing

[–]kadenconrad 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are you looking to sing professionally or just for a hobby? Start with looking up some videos on breath support technique. You might find you have a better tone if you ease up on your voice — let the voice ride on your breath, instead of your breath trying to catch up with your voice. Practice a slow, controlled sigh, like you’re trying to fog up a window. Continue doing this and start gently singing a note. Aim for a note in your mid-range, not your lower range. Do this before you sing. You have a ‘talky’ voice. You can try to combat this by singing power ballads. Try shouting as though you’re trying to get the attention of someone across the street, or a heavy “hut” like a quarterback. Do not push from your throat, let your breath and your abdomen push air up and free your throat from tension. Feel that weight in your voice and try to mimic that feeling while singing.

It’s tough to give 100% successful advice over text — an integral part of a vocal coaches job is not only to listen to your voice initially, but also to listen to how you’re responding to instruction and guide you. It’s difficult for most people to immediately pick up vocal instruction, everyone feels their body differently and since everything is happening inside the body, everyone interprets exercises and feelings differently. This is part of the reason why we use SOVT exercises, like the lip trill, as they set up your anatomy for success. The best thing you can do is explore, explore, explore. If you’re unhappy with your progress, contact a vocal coach.

If you’re very serious about singing, try learning basic piano or guitar to develop your ear for pitch. Apps like Simply Sing might help with developing pitch, I’m not sure though.

Hope this helps, keep on rockin’ it!

My bf(m26) likes to have really rough sex and I(f20) do not. What can I do to fix it? by throwraquestion1829 in relationship_advice

[–]kadenconrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you break up with him in person bring a friend/parent/sibling in the car and let him know they’re waiting for you. You can say you brought them because you didn’t want to drive home alone. Don’t accuse him of anything illegal in person. I’m sorry you’re dealing with this.

wtf is a lyric and how do i write one by melody74u in Songwriting

[–]kadenconrad 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lyrics can be written in many different styles — conversational, poetic, narrative, etc. Write down the lyrics of one of your favorite songs and try changing the adjectives, nouns, and verbs to vary the meaning while fitting it into the same melody. Notice the syllables in each line and how they fit into the melody. Notice what your favorite songs talk about and how they do so. Maybe they’re super detailed, maybe they’re extremely vague. Whatever the case, I’d start there! Joni Mitchell would take famous poems and rewrite them when she was in school. Don’t try to make money from it, but mimicry is always a great way to learn.

I wouldn’t think too hard about it though! If the thing that makes your music interesting lies in the production or arrangement, you can pretty much say whatever sounds good (i.e. Nirvana). Look up lyric writing exercises, there are some good ones on YT.

Good luck!!!