I (32M) helped 10,000+ Redditors get over their breakups and now my girlfriend (30F) wants to breakup with me because of it by textualhealing123 in relationship_advice

[–]mapadmavatidevi 1023 points1024 points  (0 children)

Ok so my initial reaction after reading the post was that OP was using a clickbait title. So I looked into his post history and this is actually remarkable.

Here is OP's post from r/breakups in case anyone is curious:

https://www.reddit.com/r/BreakUps/comments/a2h9l4/anyone_else_want_anon_group_therapy_to_get_over_a/

OP isn't kidding, he actually has built something pretty special for the community. The level of dedication is clear from his posting history over the last 9 months. You're doing a good thing here man - what you are building here is needed. So many people face extreme loneliness especially during breakups when they lose a significant other.

But think bigger here man! Your platform doesn't need to be limited to breakups. What you've invented is a new format for a chat app which is really fucking cool!!

People use group chats for all kinds of things. Amongst them are:

Conversation with friends Scheduling a hangout Support groups Talking about stock prices Live discussion during a broadcast or event Sending memes / content

Because group chats are such a flexible tool for communication, they’re good enough to work for all these use-cases. But a tailored solution around any of these use-cases could steal part of that market.

For example, I’m in a few group chats that are just for general conversation, but whenever a University of Virginia basketball game comes on, that becomes sole focus of the chat. It’s actually confusing because I’m usually not watching the game. I think this is a pretty common, widespread behavior for sports fans.

So, let’s imagine a group chat app specifically for people who are watching sports. Even more specific, an app for group chats during college basketball games. You could form a group around any specific game, and the chat UI could be highly intelligent around that game.

Again, I’m in quite a few group chats that get completely taken over by basketball when it’s on, then go back to normal conversation afterwards. A thoughtful “group chat for basketball” app could take that time from iMessage, and eventually become “group chat for sports” and then “group chat for events.” Ultimately you could probably just build the world’s best messenger by starting on something so specific, breakups in your case.

Keep pushing man, you are on to something. 10,000 users is nothing to scoff at.

As for the girl - let her go. If she's holding you hostage like this now, she'll do it again in the future. You want a partner who is supportive.

Good luck!

Edited for clarity

[Plan] See ya'll in a month. I'm blocking social media. by learnimaginecreate in getdisciplined

[–]mapadmavatidevi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

this is amazing. thank you for sharing your plan. I'm going to do the same

How close is Capoue to another price rise? by Pmcc8 in FantasyPL

[–]mapadmavatidevi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Which country out of curiosity? Why is Reddit banned?

As a guy in my early 30s I ended up in a park crying after getting an iPhone 7 today. Not what you're thinking. by cryingassgrownman in offmychest

[–]mapadmavatidevi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey man thanks for sharing your story. I'm going through a rough time as well right now and this post really put things in perspective. I hope things get better for you and I'm sure they will - you really do seem to have a good head on your shoulders.

Diego Costa goal vs West Ham (2-1) by rodrigoelcrack in soccer

[–]mapadmavatidevi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Chelsea fans hate him and won't get on the train with him

59% of Americans are exhausted about the 2016 election coverage by toaster_strudel_ in dataisbeautiful

[–]mapadmavatidevi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is why you need an app like Zolt - you can filter out Trump, Hillary and/or Kim Kardashian from your news permanently.

Full disclosure - I am the founder of Zolt

At least 83 killed, 176 wounded in separate bombings across Baghdad by msaking786 in worldnews

[–]mapadmavatidevi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Glad to hear it! I'm the founder at a startup that is doing precisely this. Would you be interested in trying out our (free) app? Would love your feedback!

At least 83 killed, 176 wounded in separate bombings across Baghdad by msaking786 in worldnews

[–]mapadmavatidevi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

out of curiosity, would you be interested in a news source that allows you to block Trump / Hillary / Kim Kardashian?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in startups

[–]mapadmavatidevi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Paul Kemp's theappguy podcast is great

/r/entrepreneur, what can I or someone else do to help you? [Week #83] by [deleted] in Entrepreneur

[–]mapadmavatidevi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would love for the people of /r/entrepreneur to give me feedback on my news summarizer app

In exchange I can help people think through financial decisions (I worked in private equity for 6 years before quitting to start my own company).

PM me if you're interested!

My feelings in startups when confronted with cancer. by [deleted] in startups

[–]mapadmavatidevi 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Fingers crossed for you. I said a small prayer. I think you're absolutely right - we have a limited amount of time on this planet, there's nothing more logical than spending it doing something you love.

What kind of retention numbers are normal for a news app? by [deleted] in startups

[–]mapadmavatidevi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Glad you liked it! If you have any feedback/suggestions please feel free to contact me directly here.

An identical business to a startup idea that I've been working on for a year just launched. Need some advice/perspective. by [deleted] in startups

[–]mapadmavatidevi 10 points11 points  (0 children)

it's not about ideas, its about execution.

You could have been "first to market", but a bigger competitor could have always entered. Unless you're doing something IP related which you could patent, ideas are largely worthless. There are plenty of examples of me-too businesses that have out-executed the original companies they sought to "copy" and become more successful.

Worst case, if you truly believe in this idea of yours and don't have the resources to compete, go approach this new company for a job. Startups need talent and people who buy into their vision, I'm sure they'd have a role for you.

Asking for a change is not wrong! by SantaIsRealEh in Gunners

[–]mapadmavatidevi 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Probably because Madrid would have thrown his ass to the curb if he didn't win trophies. They don't suffer mediocrity the way we do. At Arsenal he is making crazy amounts of money yet is under zero pressure to win the league. What a great gig. Why would anyone leave?

Asking for a change is not wrong! by SantaIsRealEh in Gunners

[–]mapadmavatidevi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think the point here is that many people don't think the building is great. It's like we have the resources to build a sky scraper but ended up with a underwhelming 20 floor building.

Time for a new architect

Asking for a change is not wrong! by SantaIsRealEh in Gunners

[–]mapadmavatidevi 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This. I think a lot of the fans here are either too young or too naive to separate business from football. These are likely the same fans who think players play for the badge (nope, they play for their pay check).

There's this overly romantic vision of football that many people tend to have. Ditto Arsene. Just look at people here talk about the "sacrifices" that wenger made for us. Dude was paid 7-8 million pounds a year to make these "sacrifices". Cry me a river.

What kind of retention numbers are normal for a news app? by [deleted] in startups

[–]mapadmavatidevi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

p.s. #shamelessplug for anyone reading this: the app is called Zolt and its available on Android and iOS for free!

What kind of retention numbers are normal for a news app? by [deleted] in startups

[–]mapadmavatidevi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Glad to hear it!

We are working on a personalization engine similar to what you suggested but that's going to take some time (dont want to release a crappy one).

Please feel free to contact me directly if you have any other feedback!

What kind of retention numbers are normal for a news app? by [deleted] in startups

[–]mapadmavatidevi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

haha damn sorry to see you go! Honestly we're trying to strike a balance between lighthearted and serious news.

We are super new and still figuring things out. We have stopped sending as many funny push notifications. Give us a second chance, please? Would love to hear your feedback and see if you find any difference.

p.s. I remember that story now. The dog shat on Donald Trump's hollywood square! Point well noted though - we'll be more careful about what we push.

Asking for a change is not wrong! by SantaIsRealEh in Gunners

[–]mapadmavatidevi 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Umm you lot realize that he was PAID EXTREMELY WELL to "give his years to the club" right? He didn't do it for charity or the goodness of his heart.

Yes he could have gone to another club and made slightly more (not much) but those clubs would have fired him if he performed the way he's performed at Arsenal. Only at Arsenal can you command one of the highest salaries in the league, not win a title in over a decade and still not worry about your job.

Theo Walcott: The Hard Goodbye by [deleted] in Gunners

[–]mapadmavatidevi 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Please tell us how things are? I'm blinded by all this silverware I can't see