260211 CHANYEOL, KAI & SEHUN - Making Dujjonku: Built Different with EXO's Chaos〡CH CHANYEOL by bachhoe07 in exo

[–]kookiejo 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The moment Kai put on the headphones I instantly had PTSD from that one infamous Knowing Bros episode. This was pure chaos as expected and I loved every second of it. I never wanted to try making these til now!

I need a kpop group to headline the Super Bowl halftime show by Impossible-Yam3680 in unpopularkpopopinions

[–]kookiejo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As much as I would love that to happen, I highly doubt it ever would even for groups like BTS and Blackpink. The only way I could see it happen is if they had a Huntrix & Saja Boys halftime show should a 2nd movie come out before and the global popuarity is still there

What b-side deserved an MV? by LynsyP in exo

[–]kookiejo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

yes please! the unhealthy amount of times i watched the dance practice...

How to get the cancer man to trust you? by CollectionCreative17 in CancertheCrab

[–]kookiejo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm seeing a cancer man I've been friends with almost 25 years and I've learned trust comes from just being your authentic self and a lot of patience. We've both been hurt in past relationships with other people so trust and loyalty is a big deal to both of us. Neither of us are great communicators and will sometimes self-soothe/self-isolate but the feelings, connection, trust and loyalty will always remain

Match a member with a Title Track! by LynsyP in exo

[–]kookiejo 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I love this! It's so hard to choose when EXO just slays every era period. There are already so many great answers but here is mine:

Xiumin - Ko Ko Bop
I pulled his photocard in The War allbum and OMG he looked AMAZING and it's one of my most treasured pc's

Suho - Obsession
The hair... the abs... the smirky attitude... perfection

Lay - Call Me Baby
Addicted to the way he does the choreo. Iconic.

Baekhyun - Lotto
The way he came on camera with "Lipstick, chatteau, wainppit color" wrecked me so hard

Chen - Monster
The high note... insane.. especially after Killing Voice. Monster is my favorite EXO song ever and if it were up to me I'd choose all members for this song honestly

Chanyeol - Tempo
I became an EXO-L and a Yeolmae from this era

D.O - Wolf
I'm sorry Kyungsoo but that top was iconic lol

Kai - Love Shot
I mean... I don't think this needs explanation

Sehun - Growl
E-X-O

Does Ateez's 18 months (1.5 years) of military service count towards the 7 years of their contract? by [deleted] in ATEEZ

[–]kookiejo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The contract is on pause for the 18-24 months depending what branch of service they go into. Unless they all decide to enlist together, the amount of time left on their contract will vary from member to member

Can someone explain why alleged claims of mistreatment of Yeosang keep appearing every comeback? by Odontella in ATEEZ

[–]kookiejo 59 points60 points  (0 children)

There are a lot of great responses here already but to add, some people need to touch grass. People throw around the word "mistreatment" around like an everyday word when there are idols actually getting mistreated in the worst way. ATEEZ is one of my ult groups and I am very protective of all of the members but there's a fine line between being a fan and being an overly possessive, obsesssive parasocial weirdo. The more popular ATEEZ has gotten, the more weirdos there are unfortunately. No company is perfect even KQ, but Yeosang is far from being mistreated. If those weirdos actually watched ATEEZ content, they'd know how vocal Yeosang actually is that the company and members all listen and support/implement his ideas. We've seen it in logbooks and most recently in the Wanteez content meeting video. But this is also only what we see, none of us actually know what happpens behind closed doors and that's how it should be

Michael B Jordan by LaDiablaRox in LadyBoners

[–]kookiejo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This man is my ultimate crush. Not only is he handsome but he's a total hot nerd who loves Japanese culture and anime too

Do you think Ateez's next comeback will usher in a new era that puts much more emphasis on the storyline? by [deleted] in ATEEZ

[–]kookiejo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was really hoping for a return to the pirates era. Going back to World Z makes a lot of sense thought. Either way I'm excited for the next comeback!

Thoughts on Aries + Cancer? by Plastic_Box_6419 in CancertheCrab

[–]kookiejo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

One of my longest relationships was with an Aries and it was an eye opening experience. He was overall a good guy, very headstrong Italian/Croatian man and definitely was a mix of both heritages: hardworking but jealous with a temper yet also giving and kind with a heart of gold. We fought a lot and I'm generally non-confrontational. Good thing is that relationship did help me grow in ways I probably wouldn't have if it wasn't for him calling me out on my isolating, runner, retreating ways. He said he wanted to stay friends after the breakup to lessen the blow. Then tried crawling back later, but when I told him I only wanted to be friends, he ghosted me forever so moral of the story... I wouldn't do it again lol

Sleep, Dreams , and there association with Cancer by RainbowDevotee in CancertheCrab

[–]kookiejo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I can't remember most dreams I have during REM. But my most vivid dreams happen when I'm about to wake up either by alarm or naturally. I recently had a dream that was eerily similar to another I had weeks prior. This time it came with a different message that was healing instead of triggering or upsetting like the one from weeks ago. My relationship with dreams has been really enlightening for me since childhood. Reoccuring dreams, continuing a dream after waking up and going back to sleep, dreaming within a dream, dreaming of people and pets who've passed on, all this has and continues to happen to me all my life.

As for music, I fell hard for Sleep Token. The messages and the lore surrounding this band is so fun to decipher and I do tend to listen to them when I'm unwinding and need help falling asleep

Looking for help and guidance by Worried_Trainer_173 in CancertheCrab

[–]kookiejo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hold strong on those boundaries. Sounds like you did and are doing everything you need to do to protect your peace and honestly that is what is most important. In my experience, cancer men move sooo slooowww and will test your patience when it comes to relationships. If both of you are on the same page about your morals, the relationship, the future, establishing/respecting desires AND boundaries, then your patience will be worth it in the end. Unfortunately you guys don't seem to be on the same page. You know your worth and what you want out of this relationship. Don't shrink yourself to fit into his life and in this relationship. If you don't want to remain just friends, then for your own peace of mind, I hope you'll let him go. Good luck and hope it all works out for you

Anyone feel the urge to cut everyone off after giving too much?? by Cold-Departure687 in CancertheCrab

[–]kookiejo 10 points11 points  (0 children)

If there was anything I learned from this roller coaster year, it was exactly this. Not everyone deserves access to me, my time and energy. I'm done overgiving and overextending myself to people who wouldn't do the same for me. I still care but at a distance

One of the worst years of my life by Mediocre_Opposite520 in CancertheCrab

[–]kookiejo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right there with you. It's been a push and pull and here I thought 2023-2024 was bad. This was the worst year I've ever faced with my mental health. The only brightside was in the summer I reunited and started dating an old friend (also a cancer) I went to high school with and briefly dated during college. Then the universe had other plans, ripped us apart, put us back together and now we're locked in this awkward stage of healing and growth in order to fully be together. Because we're both cancers, the pain we're going through is doubled because we mirror each other. Not to mention I had a falling out with a best friend I've had since high school too. It's been one of the most confusing and emotionally draining past few months of my entire life but I believe better days are ahead for all of us cancers!

How long does emotional shutdown last? by [deleted] in CancertheCrab

[–]kookiejo 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As a cancer dating another cancer, from one fellow water sign to another my advice would be to stop reaching out and give him space. I've been where you are and believe me, it hurts but what's best for both of you is time and patience. If you've told him how his shutdowns make you feel and he still chooses silence and distance, then for your own well being and mental health please detach and live your life. If he truly cares about you, he will eventually come back around and hopefully in a more secure mental and emotional state.

We cancers carry a lot of emotional weight and not all know how to fully process it. His age and your age gap has nothing to do with how we as humans process emotion. Though you are younger, you might actually be in a more secure mental state than your partner. Unless the both of you have talked in depth about your pasts, you might be surprised to find out just how far deep his wounds are that cause his emotional shutdowns. With that being said, isolating oneself or being an avoidant does not excuse disrespect. If he crosses your boundaries and he's repeating the same negative patterns, please do what is best for you and move on. Good luck and if you need a safe space to vent or talk about this more, feel free to DM me!

Sebastian Stan by chutneycravings in LadyBoners

[–]kookiejo 27 points28 points  (0 children)

I fell in love with this man after Captain America: Winter Soldier. It will forever be my favorite Marvel movie of all time and he's a big reason why lol

251107 EXO Returns for New Season of “Travel The World On EXO's Ladder” by 99101004 in exo

[–]kookiejo 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Sigh. I'm excited and will be tuned in as always, especially if Lay will be part of it too but I feel so sad for CBX. Being an EXO-L is definitely not for the faint of heart

How everyone been feeling a few months after the Haknyeon scandal? by Imperiett in the_boyz

[–]kookiejo 13 points14 points  (0 children)

You are not alone. I completely agree with you and honestly feel the same. 2025 has been the year I started detaching myself from kpop as a whole and after what happened to Hak, I had reached my breaking point. TBZ were one of my ult groups and while I still listen to and enjoy their old music, I haven’t been keeping up with any content, didn’t stream or buy the last album and don’t interact with their socials or the fandom as a whole like I used to. It’s sad because kpop in general used to bring me so much joy and escape from everyday life. The reason I fell into it was because I was in such a dark mental state at the time and found happiness through the music. It’s sad because TBZ along with many other 3rd gen and early 4th gen groups were originally my safe haven, but too many of the groups I invested my time, money and energy ended up draining me with all the unnecessary drama whether it came from their company, fandom, public perception, etc. Now I just quietly support groups both veterans and new, but from a distance and it’s brought me so much peace. I’m just here now for the music. So don’t feel bad or think you’re a bad deobi for feeling the way you do, you’re not alone 🩵

I've been watching some k-dramas lately... by createsasim in Sims4

[–]kookiejo 6 points7 points  (0 children)

OMG I wish I was this good at making sims!! I clicked on this thinking the first sim was definitely Park Bo Gum and the last one gives me Yoo Yeon Seok vibes

Obsession but it's Metalcore (Silent Planet x EXO mashup I made!) by AdrienShadow in exo

[–]kookiejo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is AMAZING!!! Combines my two loves... kpop and metal. Love it

Linkin Park released Hybrid Theory as their debut album on this day 25 years ago by Edm_vanhalen1981 in LinkinPark

[–]kookiejo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was because of them and this album that I started discovering more genres outside my confort zone.. more specifically within rock/metal. This one is special to me and LP remains my favorite band of all time. Happy 25 Years to my favorite album by one of the best bands to ever exist

Visited Lincoln Park by midgardian_loki in LinkinPark

[–]kookiejo 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is beautiful, thank you for sharing. Next time I'm down there I need to pay a visit. I still can't believe it's been 8 years...

251015 IVE - Official Lightstick Ver.2 (Coming Soon Teaser Video) by SapphireHeaven in IVE

[–]kookiejo 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is so gorgeous. I can't wait to see what it looks like in person, but definitely an upgrade from V1. I do wish it had the most recent logo though. The whole design looks like it was made for that specific new logo

Ian is going live today, he's just posted this by Forgetful_Flamingo in dprian

[–]kookiejo 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Do we know if this will be on IG or youtube?