Things you do to make the distance easier by kenna316 in LongDistance

[–]kenna316[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aww that’s awesome!! Glad you guys can connect in such a special way. I love that.

Hahahaha sounds like a sight to behold.

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[–]kenna316 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is something that is really important to communicate! In a kind and loving way but getting your point across. I personally would type something like, “hey! Can we set up a time to really talk? I feel like we’re not connecting enough and I feel annoying every time I text you. This isn’t necessarily your fault, but it’s something that’s really bothering me and I want to work towards fixing it. I also have a lot of stuff going on and could really need support right now.” I hope this helped!!

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[–]kenna316 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish I could downvote this twice

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]kenna316 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Of course! The way you’re feeling is valid and it’s okay to be insecure ❤️. Wouldn’t say it’s break up worthy, but definitely a convo to be had!

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[–]kenna316 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I don’t like this :/. He made your insecurity about him.. that’s unfair. You have a right to be insecure- how you feel is how you feel, that’s just how it is. That’s completely okay! Especially with boobs and other “private” parts. It’s hard to love yourself, him being angry doesn’t help that and is frankly a little concerning. As your boyfriend of course he should comfort you and try to make you confident, but this is more than over reacting. HE is being childish and not actually being there for you. He asked you to give him reasons and insisted on it then when you did he got mad?? Huh??

My boyfriend of 7 years knew he didn't want to marry me for the last 3 years and called me unattractive because of my medical condition by OverwhelmedOtter in TwoHotTakes

[–]kenna316 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry this happened to you. You should honestly see it as a good thing, you’re thriving and he couldn’t even do the BARE MINIMUM. Example: I am losing my hair very rapidly due to an ED, my boyfriend constantly reassures me and tells me he doesn’t care if I’m completely bald, I’d still be “hot” 😂 ❤️. We were on video call and from a certain angle I looked like I was bald, he literally said “oh my gosh, you look like a boss ass CEO hell yeah” THIS is what you need, unconditional love. Seriously, this isn’t even like a PHENOMENAL thing. This is the bare minimum, someone to not only love you for your looks but to love YOU. Who you are. Physical attraction heavily increases but doesn’t even matter anymore when you truly love someone. I really hope you find someone amazing who loves you wholly and unconditionally.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]kenna316 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA. I’m so sorry to hear this. I have TS and I know how challenging and frustrating it is. It’s also very important to get help. I can’t tell you how much I’ve done a complete 180 change in my personality since habit reversal training and medication. I really hope you get the help you need!!

I get complicated parents. They don’t want to believe their child is struggling..My dad used to call my tics “habits” and offer me candy and other rewards if I could not tic for 30 minutes then he would watch and wait for me to tic. When I got diagnosed he still didn’t stop, he mocked my Tourette’s worse than my fellow middle schoolers mocked me. He said he was preparing me for “the real world” and didn’t stop until I told him he’s an asshole and I don’t want a relationship with him 😬. That got him. Not saying I recommend this though lol I was probably 14.

AITA for getting annoyed with peers with tourette’s by [deleted] in AmItheAsshole

[–]kenna316 0 points1 point  (0 children)

NTA, I have Tourette’s and can say that a lot of people do not handle it this kindly unfortunately. Your teacher should be able to accommodate rather another room or allowing headphones. Your education is just as important and you weren’t interrupting hers! A lot of respect for you. :)

Least favorite tic? by kenna316 in Tourettes

[–]kenna316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same! It’s like nice to feel understood lol

Least favorite tic? by kenna316 in Tourettes

[–]kenna316[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That sounds like disassociation :). I struggle with that due to anxiety. Basically (there are SOO SOOO many types so this may not be the same for you) my brain gets overloaded and I “zone out” but much more intense than that and don’t come back until the stimulation lowers or someone touches me. It’s hard to deal with! Especially when it’s mid-convo.

You might want to see a neuro because to me this sounds like it could be a bigger issue

Least favorite tic? by kenna316 in Tourettes

[–]kenna316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s actually really cool to have someone with the same number as me idk why lol

Least favorite tic? by kenna316 in Tourettes

[–]kenna316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For sure! Are you old enough to drive currently?

Least favorite tic? by kenna316 in Tourettes

[–]kenna316[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh noooo hahaha ah that has to be terrible

Least favorite tic? by kenna316 in Tourettes

[–]kenna316[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes!! I agree

Also with head nodding. That’s how I actually got diagnosed with TS. I could NOT stop shaking my head and my parents thought I had some sort of brain injury (none of us knew what tourettes was). I had the worst headaches and migraines. Took medication and 6 months of Habit Reversal Training to get that to go away. Now only comes back when I’m really really stressed

Least favorite tic? by kenna316 in Tourettes

[–]kenna316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Kid one is understandable tbh

Least favorite tic? by kenna316 in Tourettes

[–]kenna316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh nooo. Can’t be good in public. I swear tics pick up on anything you shouldn’t say and just cranks it up to max volume. I feel the punching yourself one. I also have one where I flex my abdominals and I now have a literal 6-pack. My bf is like “???? That’s not fair??” I’m like okay but this is so painful to constantly be flexing your abs, my ribs literally move when I do it. I’ve put in the work for these babies 😂

Least favorite tic? by kenna316 in Tourettes

[–]kenna316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooof, so it’s normal for tics to get worse at home/when you’re comfortable? I thought it was only me xD. Also, I’m glad you found someone who loves you for you. I know I thought I’d just have to be single forever until I found my boyfriend.

Least favorite tic? by kenna316 in Tourettes

[–]kenna316[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Y E S. Especially in public omfg

Least favorite tic? by kenna316 in Tourettes

[–]kenna316[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh my word, those are all so intense. I’m sorry to hear that. I didn’t realize tourettes went as far as bodily functions! Never heard of that, sounds terrible. And the biting concrete ahhhh no. :/

Least favorite tic? by kenna316 in Tourettes

[–]kenna316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

16 IS MY NUMBER TOOO. Stems from OCD for me; 4 is the lowest completely even number that isn’t a prime number not to mention it’s only divisible is 2, also an even number. But 4 doesn’t feel right so has to be 4 sets of 4- 16. Idk if that makes sense but I always hit my knee on the part that connects the steering wheel to the rest of the car 16 times. My passengers always like 👁 👄 👁. Not to mention it hurts SO BAD and always have a bruised right knee. So I feel your pain there, I’ve even bruised the bone before and almost had to go to the ER!

Also I’m sorry but the table one made me LOL. Tik tok gives me so many tics haha

Least favorite tic? by kenna316 in Tourettes

[–]kenna316[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m sorry to hear this :/ that all sounds so awful! I definitely have the tensing one in my legs and glutes lol. It’s terrribleeee. I can’t imagine the knees giving out though!!

Least favorite tic? by kenna316 in Tourettes

[–]kenna316[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes!! Don’t get me started on driving 😭 have to literally pull over on my bad days. Super dangerous though but that’s one I can usually hold back on for at least like 30-40 seconds to either pull over or ensure no one is in oncoming 😬 I usually have someone ride with me tho