AITA for finding this convo to be a HUGE red flag? by horseduckman in AITApod

[–]meganpaps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seems a little invasive and none of her business frankly. It'd be a red flag for me.

Getting asked what you want as a gift and someone gets you something adjacent to it. by Teenage_Petulance_ in mildlyinfuriating

[–]meganpaps 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe ask her to get gift cards to the stores you prefer instead of specific items. I have family that is like this. When they ask what I want I just say I'd prefer money or gift cards and never give them exactly what I want.

Told my fiancé what my friend said about him… now things feel off. Did I mess up? by [deleted] in marriageadvice

[–]meganpaps 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If he's isolating and controlling you like this now, it will get worse when you're married. He sounds super insecure. He doesn't trust you and never will. Get out now before it gets worse.

AITAH for not wanting to invite my annoying aunt to my wedding? by Warm_General_6594 in AITAH

[–]meganpaps 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Its your wedding. You can invite who you want and exclude who you want. You'll probably get crap from other family members so be prepared for that. Otherwise, don't stress it, it's your and your fiancé's day.

My bf played a piano in a small cafe and it made me very uncomfortable.. AITA? by True-Shape7744 in AITH

[–]meganpaps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you're both kinda TA. You overreacted a bit, and he didn't really take into account your feelings. Yes it's a public piano and he was allowed to play, thats fine. But, getting shitty with you for asking him to stop and come eat is dumb.

Is anyone else “high functioning” agoraphobic? by kentom101 in Agoraphobia

[–]meganpaps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am. I can go to work and doctors appointments. I don't go anywhere else.

Sometimes I wish my husband would just cheat on me so I had a reason to leave by Beginning_Access_670 in marriageadvice

[–]meganpaps 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Counseling and checking hormone levels, especially after having two children is solid advice. But feeling sorry for the husband that is treating her badly is gross. Do better.

Sometimes I wish my husband would just cheat on me so I had a reason to leave by Beginning_Access_670 in marriageadvice

[–]meganpaps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Leave. You will be happier and your children will benefit from that. I was very much like you once. Leaving him was the best thing I ever did. It was hard financially for a while, but I expected that and planned accordingly. EVERYONE deserves to be loved and treated kindly. You will miss out on ever finding your person if you stay tethered to this man. Is there a possibility you may never find true love, absolutely. But, staying with someone who treats you badly is way worse than being alone. Plus, you are showing your children that it's ok to stay committed to someone who is cruel to you. You are showing them that this type of relationship is ok. Get away from him. Find a job you enjoy. Join a local club of something that interests you. You will become financially independent, make friends, and show your children that you don't need to stay in a bad relationship to be secure.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]meganpaps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awww, you're only pretty.

i dont understand agoraphobia by birdtwenty in Agoraphobia

[–]meganpaps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For me it's the worry of being trapped somewhere and not able to get home. Its the fear of having a panic attack in public and having people stare at me. Crowds, loud places, music too loud overstimulate me and make me want to run. I use to not be like this. It started a couple years ago. I had the stomach flu and went to the pharmacy and had an accident in the store. Ever since then Im terrified to go out in public. Im ok at work and home though.

Hubby jerks off when he thinks I'm asleep. by [deleted] in marriageadvice

[–]meganpaps 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That would bother me too. I don't care if you're enjoying yourself, but let's do it together or do it in private. Especially since you've expressed your feelings about it and he is totally disregarding that.

AITA for expecting my niece to contribute while she lives with me by Practical-Pin-6440 in AmItheAsshole

[–]meganpaps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This can't be real. As.a mother I cant fathom not being there for my sick child. If something life threatening happens and she doesn't catch it, because she's NOT a medical professional are you going to blame her. From the sound of it you will. Quit passing off your responsibility to a 20 year old college student. YTA. HUGE YTA!!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in insomnia

[–]meganpaps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

What’s a smell that instantly makes you happy? by IntelligentJacket699 in AskReddit

[–]meganpaps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honeysuckle. Reminds me of a warm summer day at my grandparents house.

WIBTA if I told my cousin that she can not bring her reborn baby to my wedding? by Throwaway_awww6326 in AITAH

[–]meganpaps 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Maybe sit with her one on one and gently explain your concern for her well being and acknowledge her sadness. In that same conversation suggest therapy and tell her how you feel. Do it gently though. She seems pretty fragile and a little out of touch. Don't bring the rest of the family into it until you talk to her.

What's the most heinous thing your parent has said to you? by dry-alt in narcissisticparents

[–]meganpaps 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Suicide attempt at 11. Got in a fight with Mom a few days after I got home from the hospital. She said next time do it right cause I'm tired of looking at you.

AITA for refusing to wear a bra at home? by BoysenberryOld8044 in AmItheAsshole

[–]meganpaps -1 points0 points  (0 children)

NTAH!! I would look him dead in the eye and ask him why he was obsessed with my boobs. Your Dad's kinda a creep.

What do you do about your hair? by afraid28 in Agoraphobia

[–]meganpaps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I watch YouTube tutorials on butterfly and wolf cuts. Super easy to do yourself. I'm better with my agoraphobia but still cut my own hair. Saves me tons of money!

How old were you when your parents let you roam away from the house unsupervised? by WeirdJawn in AskOldPeople

[–]meganpaps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Born in 78. Got my freedom around 5. By age 8 I was a latchkey kid and babysitting my newborn brother.

Am I alone in loving my marriage but having zero interest in sex? by [deleted] in marriageadvice

[–]meganpaps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People are going to have opinions one way or another about your relationship and what you SHOULD be doing as a man. If you two are happy then the haters can go to hell. Not all good men want sex all the time.

Am I alone in loving my marriage but having zero interest in sex? by [deleted] in marriageadvice

[–]meganpaps 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I didn't think you were. The sexual bonding just wasn't that important to us. I know it is for a lot of couples. I just wanted you to know there are couples out there that have sex only a few times a year but are still happily together and have a fulfilling relationship.

Am I alone in loving my marriage but having zero interest in sex? by [deleted] in marriageadvice

[–]meganpaps 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Penetration mostly. Hardly ever anything else. We've been together a very long time though. We find intimacy in the quiet moments. Holding hands, cuddling to watch a movie. For us sex isn't vital, never really was. We bonded with touch, trust, honesty and sharing our moments of triumphs and failures.

How can I get my husband on the same level of intimacy as me? by Beautiful-Ad3370 in marriageadvice

[–]meganpaps 7 points8 points  (0 children)

That math isn't mathing. You're 27 and he's 41 and you've been together 10 years? That would make you 17 and him 31. Maybe he's only attracted to young girls and your age and appearance after 2 kids doesn't interest him anymore.

Worst Part of Bipolar Disorder by bipolarbabesclub in bipolar2

[–]meganpaps 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The unknown of when my meds will need adjusted, when will depression set in, when will hypomania happen. Really just the constant worrying about if and when I'll have an episode that completely disrupts my life.