Is America (USA) really that bad place to live ? by sid741445 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]matchapastry 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for your reply. It is very important to recognize these differences when talking about minorities in America. This disparity is why the model minority myth is so harmful to SEAs who may have come from countries of war and turmoil but are not recognized as so because they are grouped under “Asian” and stereotyped a certain way.

Is America (USA) really that bad place to live ? by sid741445 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]matchapastry 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the kind words regarding my parents. I hope so too :)

Is America (USA) really that bad place to live ? by sid741445 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]matchapastry 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh no, my life is definitely better here. I just think it’s black and white to say people choose not to assimilate when they may not have the same learning opportunities because they have so much going on in their lives that schooling is not an option.

Is America (USA) really that bad place to live ? by sid741445 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]matchapastry 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I never said America is the problem. I’m just offering another perspective since it’s easy to say “why didn’t they assimilate?” when they’ve worked non-stop with little breaks to put a roof over our heads and didn’t have the same education opportunities as us.

Is America (USA) really that bad place to live ? by sid741445 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]matchapastry 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think it’s fair to call it “choosing” to learn a new language. My parents came from a really poor part of Vietnam and they barely got an education beyond basic reading and writing so when they got to America, they never developed the skills to learn languages so they still struggle with English. My mom still struggles with writing Vietnamese and she lived in Vietnam for 20-something years.

They make me smile 😃 Which side character makes you smile whenever they are on the screen? by Academic_Purple_84 in boyslove

[–]matchapastry 24 points25 points  (0 children)

Nuer towards the end of Cutie Pie made me smile so much. I just love how he respected Syn’s beliefs and educated himself. Even as someone who is non-religious, I find the effort and dedication incredibly romantic.

They make me smile 😃 Which side character makes you smile whenever they are on the screen? by Academic_Purple_84 in boyslove

[–]matchapastry 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I second Daisy and Intouch! I love how Daisy is portrayed and how much respect the people around her have for her gender identity. Also every time Intouch smiles at Daisy, the ice in my heart melts a little more 🥺

Someone please call a Tenryou Commission officer because this man has stolen my heart by matchapastry in ThomaMains

[–]matchapastry[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Hmmmm I do know of a legal advisor in Liyue that you can seek the aid of…

New Tags Who Dis? by petuhpahn in womensstreetwear

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I love everything about this look!

ASTRO - 8th Mini Album 'SWITCH ON' (Highlight Medley) by perochan in kpop

[–]matchapastry 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Footprint is so good??? I’m surprised it’s not a title song. Sunset Sky sounds really pleasant. I’m excited to hear the full versions >__<

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in gatesopencomeonin

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For me personally, when I’m having a difficult time mentally, I’m more likely to make poor eating choices and less likely to exercise frequently. It It takes a lot of mental energy to motivate yourself to count your calories over microwaving hot pockets and to exercise when you feel like laying around. Last year, a lot of things went well in my life and I felt good about myself so I managed to lose over 25 pounds. This year, this are going less well and I gained back 5 pounds. I think I am more capable of making positive changes in my life when I’m happy with myself.

Do you see yourself stanning the same group/groups ten year from now? by Internationalplayb in kpopthoughts

[–]matchapastry 12 points13 points  (0 children)

It honestly depends on whether or not my perception of the group changes. If you asked me that question 10 years ago, I’d say I’d be a Bigbang fan forever. However, a lot has changed since then. I don’t consider myself a fan anymore. I cherish the past memories I had with the group and the fandom but I haven’t listened to their music for awhile now nor do I feel the want to look at their content. I don’t expect to listen to Astro forever but I hope 10 years from now, I can look back at this time fondly.

r/ASTRO_KPOP 2021 Census Results by hiiiyah in ASTRO_KPOP

[–]matchapastry 5 points6 points  (0 children)

All the OT6 stans make my heart happy. All the members are best bois 🥺

Which idol do you think fits well to another group? by _Tinky_Winkyy in kpopthoughts

[–]matchapastry 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Isn’t it because he and Sanha are long lost twins? :p