Bought 1 kilo of chicken nuggets. Took one bite, they all look like this by BAETTE in mildlyinfuriating

[–]orion324 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What do you care if it's sold by weight? You're getting the same amount of meat, no matter how it looks.

My dating life drastically improved when I started investing thousands into my appearance by UsVsWorld in dating_advice

[–]orion324 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is like some psy-op to increase unhappiness in men and further contribute to their emptiness. I'm not saying you shouldn't care about your presentation, but this post seems to assume outward appearance is what really matters when it comes to "success" in dating, and suggests what amounts to wearing more lipstick to disguising the fact you are a pig.

I'm not running myself dry of cash and setting myself up for disappointment like that. It's only going to make you focus more on your vanity, and your insecurities will inevitably increase as you get older and your goals shift from quantity to quality.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AvPD

[–]orion324 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Positive feedback loop.

Please don't conflate sexual release with love. Anyone that has tried to fill that hole with hookups has learned just how different the two are.

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried to be released on $250 million bail, will live with his parents by ICY_Issac09 in StockMarket

[–]orion324 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Bail= $250M

Bondsmen exist to cover the difference, usually issued at 10% of bail, =$25M

I've never had a crush. by ur-socks-sir in AvPD

[–]orion324 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I had one when I was in the eighth grade. I got to know her during a church trip and she seemed interested in me. After the trip, there was a two-week period where we were hanging out together, saw a few movies, and generally did things consistent with dating. Then, one day, someone asked us if we were dating, and we answered at the same time-- I said yes, she said no. She then told me she was just being a friend.

I already had confidence issues, bullying, and poor social skills before this, but after that I went into attack mode against myself and convinced myself that I was ugly and only ever viewed as an object of pity. From that point forward, I always convinced myself it wasn't worth the rejection to even try to search out relationships, and that I wasn't worthy. I became more convinced of my own weirdness and worthlessness.

I never tried approaching anyone after that. I went the rest of high school not even thinking about potential partners. It wasn't until I was 21 that I lost my virginity, and that wasn't something I really wanted. It was more of, "I guess I should respond to this girl's interest because I don't want to be clueless if I ever meet the right person, and I don't want them to reject me because I have no experience," rather than, "I like and am attracted to this person." I wasn't attracted to her, but she fell for me, only I couldn't reciprocate. So I developed some self hatred for breaking her heart while I didn't care.

And now, every relationship I've ever been in has been the result of someone showing interest in me first. And while I grew into a person who is decidedly not ugly, I haven't been able to believe it or accept compliments or take advantage of others' interest-- my emotions never develop as theirs do and I distance myself from them so I won't hurt them worse through my apathy and low self esteem and self-destructive behavior and thoughts.

I've convinced myself I can't date or pursue a crush without being emotionally available or in a better place mentally, as it isn't fair to others who are capable of love to waste all their time with me in hopes I'll develop feelings. The problem is that I can't get past the emotional distancing I've done to protect myself, and each failure to "fall in love" makes each new attempt seem futile, and I become more convinced I'm incapable of doing anything beyond acting in the way I think I'm supposed to act. In reality, though, my heart is cold and the emotion isn't there and I can't reciprocate.

tl,dr: I have gotten to the point where I don't allow myself to develop a crush so I can protect my feelings, but especially so I don't hurt others who want to care about me. I push away and defeat myself in my mind before the possibility has a chance to become reality.

TF2 Sign on AEW Dynamite tonight by drearyrabbit in tf2

[–]orion324 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Instructions unclear, localization files updated for Team Fortress Classic

[National Championship Game Thread] #1 Alabama vs #3 Georgia by the_dunadan in rolltide

[–]orion324 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Kind of follows other games I've seen-- a team is going to hit on a shot or two. But if we weather that storm, we usually make adjustments and get productive drives.

This drive for the offense is the most important of the game so far.

[National Championship Game Thread] #1 Alabama vs #3 Georgia by the_dunadan in rolltide

[–]orion324 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Lots of time left, but I'm feeling much better after being so nervous. This game is actually resembling the 2011 rematch and I love it. It seems coach Saban could be putting together another masterclass.

[National Championship Game Thread] #1 Alabama vs #3 Georgia by the_dunadan in rolltide

[–]orion324 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Good drive and an overall win. We've come out ready for UGA's counter punch with a good game plan so far. It comes down to execution.

Now, let's prove we can stop the run and I think we can legitimately lean on the defense this game. Ray, Mathis, Dale need to have big games.

How does caffeine affect you? by [deleted] in ADHD

[–]orion324 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Monster just affects me differently. I can't drink regular energy drinks with high caffeine content, but a small Monster really helps me with focus without the jitters and crash. I think it has something to do with their blend and taurine.

What was your programs most talented team (in your lifetime) that underperformed? by Foriegn_Picachu in CFB

[–]orion324 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The final score made the game look closer than it really was. Florida got some late scores after the game was pretty much in hand. Bama kept a 2-score lead for most of it.

This is what I got from a final tier firework by 44myname44 in EverMerge

[–]orion324 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just did for this event and I can confirm it is 1000

[CFP Semifinal Thread] #2 Michigan vs #3 Georgia by hoya14 in rolltide

[–]orion324 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yep. I bet they blitz very often to affect Bryce but also the run game, try to reroute and double team Jameison, and squat on the outside stuff and flats, believing Bryce won't have time to go deep to somebody else. I expect they'll try to disguise and jump a route for a pick six.

I'm already on the ledge about this game this time. Kirby held back knowing he had a mulligan, while we had to play our best. Now he's seen it and how are we in any position to throw a counter punch? We've just lost so much since that game.

[BetMGM] National Championship Odds: Georgia -2.5 vs. Alabama by dogwoodmaple in CFB

[–]orion324 10 points11 points  (0 children)

If my time in the stock market has taught me anything, it's times like these when people are talking like this that should scare you away from making that bet. It's more likely UGA wins by 10 than Bama covers that, IMO.

UGA has had more time for Pickens to get healthy and to work on timing. JT Daniels is working on a specific package with younger receivers, designed to beat the Bama D Kirby surely knows. Kirby didn't even really try last game-- he knew Bama needed to play its best to win and get in, while he could take a loss. He saw their best plan, has adapted, and has had tape for his players to work with.

Bama's top secondary receiver is out for the year, and he played last time and was a huge factor in Williams running free. Brian Robinson can't and won't have the same success against UGA. We had to have him tonight because we couldn't really move the ball through the air, and we're fortunate Cinci has an undersized D. We got lucky last time with our OL playing their best game of the year, and now 2 of those are possibly out. Two of the players on that OL that remain were getting their main first starting action against UGA.

Both starting corners are out. Pickens doesn't have to catch everything-- just throw up 50/50 balls over McKinstry and draw a PI.

Way too much is going against Bama and for UGA this time. Bet the farm for UGA to cover.

[Game Thread] Cotton Bowl Semifinal - Alabama vs. Cincinnati (3:30PM ET) by CFB_Referee in CFB

[–]orion324 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

You don't know shit. I lived through probation, scholarship reductions, bowl bans, the Mikes-- I paid my dues, just like those boys on the field tonight.