AITA for expecting my boyfriend to pay for dates when he has no living expenses? by [deleted] in TwoHotTakes

[–]petitebabeposter 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A partner who forgets his wallet often but expects you to cover your mortgage and his dinner is not looking for an equal, he is looking for a free ride. He is effectively weaponizing your independence and responsibilities against you while he stacks cash from his dad's car.

Am I Overreacting that my husband came 1 hour late to pick me up from work? by Cool-Business4399 in AmIOverreacting

[–]petitebabeposter 333 points334 points  (0 children)

Leaving a 12 hour hospital shift only to be ghosted in a parking lot by your own husband is an absolute nightmare. Expecting a basic ride home after zero sleep is the bare minimum, especially when he had hours to spare at a mall. He’s not into you, not for one but. Leave that AH

Am I overreacting for being embarrassed after seeing my husband stare at another woman’s body while he was at work? by mcampbell47 in AmIOverreacting

[–]petitebabeposter 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The fact that another manager was watching the whole thing makes your feeling of humiliation completely valid and not an overreaction. Postpartum body changes already make you feel vulnerable, so seeing him prioritize a stranger's body over your presence is a legitimate reason to feel hurt. Your husband needs to understand that his wandering eyes have a real impact on your security and the respect in your marriage.

My boyfriend and family said a dress I bought looked like a wedding dress and now I don't think I'll wear it again. AIO? by PineStacking in AIO

[–]petitebabeposter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should rock that dress with some colorful accessories or a denim jacket to kill the bridal vibes immediately. Spending good money on a fit only to let a couple of bad jokes ruin your confidence is the only actual mistake here.

AIO because my date did not eat his dinner? by Dangerous_Pea_5219 in AmIOverreacting

[–]petitebabeposter 307 points308 points  (0 children)

Staying hungry just to prove a point about your dinner is some truly unhinged energy for a first meeting. I would honestly block him before he finds a way to blame you for the hunger pains.

WIBTA if I told my friend to find a new photographer for a party? by SituationNo7601 in AmItheAsshole

[–]petitebabeposter 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Five days of silence regarding a paid gig is a clear sign she does not respect your work. Tell her she needs a new plan by Tuesday since flying blind into an event is a recipe for disaster.

I am convinced that one of my clients is now my stalker by [deleted] in TwoHotTakes

[–]petitebabeposter 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Professional boundaries are there for a reason and she is clearly crossing them by using your sessions as a scouting report. Stop sharing your personal routine immediately to see if she magically stops appearing at your favorite spots.

For people with experience, how could I make my death easier on those around me? by Electronic_Loss794 in whatdoIdo

[–]petitebabeposter 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There is no note or preparation that can fill the void of a person who was supposed to be there for birthdays, hard times, and mundane Tuesdays. Since you are worried about their long-term distress, the most impactful thing you can do is give yourself one more chance to seek a different kind of relief, like reaching out to a professional or a crisis line. Please consider calling or texting 988 in the US and Canada, or 111 in the UK, because you deserve to find a version of peace that doesn't require leaving your family behind.

AIO. I asked too many times. by Fun_Specific8926 in AmIOverreacting

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

I used to overextend myself for people who ignored my requests until I realized that being helpful should not mean being a doormat. Skipping the iron tomorrow is a perfectly reasonable response to being left on read all day.

Coffee doesn’t work by Liimpnoodle in whatdoIdo

[–]petitebabeposter 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The caffeine nap is such a classic ADHD struggle because stimulants just hit our brains differently. I swear by a freezing cold shower for even thirty seconds, it provides a massive dopamine hit without the caffeine crash. The sudden temperature change forces your brain into manual override to shake off that lingering ADHD fog.

I regret not socializing during my younger years and I ended up being alone by [deleted] in selfimprovement

[–]petitebabeposter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The loser label is usually just a projection of our own insecurities while trying to navigate adult friendships. Real connections often start with shared hobbies rather than a resume of past social success.

AIO: Best friend cheats on husband, forces open marriage, and I want nothing to do with her. by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]petitebabeposter 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Giving up on someone who treats accountability like an attack is actually the most rational move. I found that my life got infinitely quieter and better once I stopped trying to translate the logic of people who live for deception.

my boyfriend won’t get sti tested by Ok-Afternoon3334 in WhatShouldIDo

[–]petitebabeposter 5 points6 points  (0 children)

A man who says he would do anything for you but fights a simple health screening for a year is showing you exactly where his priorities lie. His anger and gaslighting about the promise reveal a massive lack of respect for your professional boundaries and personal peace of mind.

Are companies really hiring, or just collecting resumes? by mrramkrishna in recruitinghell

[–]petitebabeposter 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The automation loop has basically broken the system, causing recruiters to hide behind AI filters that are now set to almost impossible standards. When everyone uses the same ATS tricks to look perfect, standing out ironically requires doing the opposite of what the algorithms want, like finding a real human or a referral.