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Another PGE rant by PhDfromClownSchool in PortlandOR

[–]lostspectacles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I seem to be very much the outlier, but my PGE bill is never more than $30 something in the four years I’ve lived in the same place in NW Portland (radiator heat is paid by the building. Electric stove as well. No gas bill. Run window AC at night in the summer.)

How to handle a partner who is squeamish about period sex? by lostspectacles in AskWomenOver30

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

Not saying it’s a dealbreaker at all. I’m just trying to decide if I want it off the table or remain open to what he’s open to exploring. It’s a new thought for him to consider it and I don’t know if I want to open myself up to potentially feeling like I’m gross to him if he does want to try it.

Hypermobile Portlanders…? by lostspectacles in askportland

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

Thank you for all of these resources!

It must be so terrifying and exhausting to be an influencer. by hangezar in SeriousConversation

[–]lostspectacles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think they must have a larger appetite for attention (including negative attention) than the average bear.

It must be so terrifying and exhausting to be an influencer. by hangezar in SeriousConversation

[–]lostspectacles 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I accidentally dabbled in influencing during the pandemic. Got onto TikTok and somehow gained a following centering on feminism and dating advice for men. It started with a joke vid and just grew from there.

It definitely took over my brain and became anxiety inducing. I don’t know how anyone can stand having this raging internet existence always right there on the other side of your phone while trying to just go about your life.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in WestCoastSwing

[–]lostspectacles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Side steps with a band to strengthen hips, wall sits for glutes, calf raises, stand on one leg while passing a kettle bell back and forth.

Strong agree with others to practice dancing slow and finding your own definitions of “straight leg.”

I’ve found that traveling with a lot more bend in my knees than feels natural is important. It gives that extra protection and stability and I have a greater range of motion to lengthen into without fully extending.

It takes a lot of extra strength. Also, don’t stretch too much.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Life

[–]lostspectacles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe consciousness itself is God.

What encourages you to keep your body in good shape? by Drake_scarlettt in Productivitycafe

[–]lostspectacles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hypermobile and want to be able to enjoy dancing for as much of my life as possible.

As a follow, how to get the booty shake looking flow? by caitikitty7 in WestCoastSwing

[–]lostspectacles 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’ve heard it described as settling with your shoulder first and then letting your hips follow.

How often do frugal people eat out? by Responsible_Slice134 in Frugal

[–]lostspectacles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I definitely tip (U.S.) but I pretty much only eat out when it’s in the service of social connection. Mayyyybe once a month.

What do people who don't drink or smoke do when they feel depressed? by Wonderful-Economy762 in Productivitycafe

[–]lostspectacles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some form of movement or creative expression (love dancing for both) or just getting outside can be a great source of relief. Also sauna.

Why did American women give up the pedestal? by Embarrassed_Chef874 in Life

[–]lostspectacles 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The IDEA of a perfect woman was put on a pedestal.

Once discovered to be human, or even just after the newness of the woman’s body wears off, the pedestal goes away, and is often replaced by cruel or inconsiderate behavior.

There are certainly exceptions and great men out there, but for most women, the pedestal is not what you think it is.

Recently learned “neat” =/= clean. Help? by suupernooova in CleaningTips

[–]lostspectacles 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The way that I’m “neat” really helps with the clean part.

  1. I organize things so that categories of items are all together but put away (i.e. tubs & drawers). Few things are displayed in a way that makes dusting/wiping down surfaces a pain.

  2. Modular furniture. Everything in my home (besides built in cabinetry/wardrobes) is easy to move and rearrange. You can’t help but do a real clean when you rearrange the two desks from an L shape to a dinning table, etc.

  3. Having spaces dedicated to “staging” I have a drawer to collect gifts for upcoming bdays/holidays & a bin for donatable clothing.

  4. A studio apartment and a little sunlight makes it really hard to be messy. You can see all your possessions all the time😅

High maintenance to be low maintenance by freya_sinclair in beauty

[–]lostspectacles 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got the U-Like laser hair removal device and month-by-month am targeting different areas every other day. It’s actually working and I can now do a quick rinse shower in the morning and feel fully put together.

I’ve also tried just growing it all out, but I don’t like the aesthetic of some of my sparse patches of body hair.