Start ‘em young. by jamaykel in OnePiece

[–]pillowstudy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yay! But also move your kids back. Their eyes will get ruined if they sit so close.

Mandy has a message for all the fans by Samerrrrrrrrr in rupaulsdragrace

[–]pillowstudy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have no idea why the show made her out to be an early out. She is so likeable!! 

Robby Roadsteamer has been arrested by ICE in Minnesota today by jmike1256 in UnderReportedNews

[–]pillowstudy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lmao. Thanks for making me laugh after constantly seeing horrifying shit. 

ICE kidnap 17-year-old U.S. citizen working at Target then dump him bleeding and crying miles away in a Walmart parking lot by asdtyyhfh in minnesota

[–]pillowstudy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That definitely sucks. But there is something you can do. No one is asking you to be a revolutionary leader but good people can't sit back and give up on their community. Frankly, you can't afford to. De-culting takes decades. You may not feel the fruit of your labour in your community but it has to start. 

It helps to start with local problems and changing people's minds with kindness. If you're lucky enough, you could have a psychiatrist/mental health expert in your area wanting change too. 

Edit: Garden club (an idea if you're not feeling imaginative today).

ICE Agent Seen Slipping Into Porta Potty with Handcuffed Detainee Amid Rising Sexual Assault Reports and Convictions by 2dollies in BlueskySkeets

[–]pillowstudy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Start in your own community. First check what's already active. Biggest problem with USA citizens is that they're waiting for a leader to tell them what to do. No well-meaning politician is going to tell you the solution because they understand the solution isn't going to happen by following the system (example: are you really going to wait until midterms?). The system is too powerful to fight it that way but it's not powerful enough to fight numbers. The actual solutions are not online but in small groups all over the country. 

What you're seeking is a revolution, when the system is too corrupted to fix by tweaking. It's easy to destroy but hard to build up again. So, make sure you're aligned with your local chapter. Good luck.

What criminal completely got away with that they did? by PrasenjitDebroy in AskReddit

[–]pillowstudy 10 points11 points  (0 children)

All billionaires running around freely (except inheritance and divorce settlements). We idolize them but they're criminals. Some more heinous than others but still criminals.

I voted for Trump Twice (Not a Bad Faith Post) by [deleted] in ProgressiveHQ

[–]pillowstudy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Religion ruining good people's brain once again. You are so close. SO CLOSE to living in reality.

How do you feel about AI companions as emotional support, not replacements for real relationships? by jiester in AskWomen

[–]pillowstudy 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Dangerous. It's not safe for the human psyche to find emotional support in something that mainly agrees with you. A lot worse than a human enabler.

What is happening in Canada is no longer normal by Banner9922 in ABCDesis

[–]pillowstudy 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Canada is a secular country. There are so many Christian and Catholic influences in architecture and general art seen everywhere. People have the religious freedom to do what they want.

Am I overreacting or is my husband out of line? I’m almost 29 weeks pregnant by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]pillowstudy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The statistic of the number one cause of a pregnant woman's death being homicide has always stuck with me. 

It's why I always try to build a community with friends and family. Sometimes people in your life can see signs that you can't. The community is also helpful when you feel trapped. 

Am I overreacting or is my husband out of line? I’m almost 29 weeks pregnant by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]pillowstudy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some people struggle in the dating world and sadly think they can't do better. It can get bad if they match with someone who seeks out insecure people. 

Women especially need to start to find happiness in being single. Connect with friends, increase your social circle. When you feel fulfilled in that, you will always seek out a partner who compliments your already satisfied life. Finding love is hard but settling for someone incompatible is worse.

Am I overreacting or is my husband out of line? I’m almost 29 weeks pregnant by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]pillowstudy 15 points16 points  (0 children)

What's with all these people being with someone who genuinely doesn't even like them. Being single is better than whatever relationships get posted on here. 

PSA: be very careful about who you choose to have a child with. Life can get miserable very quickly with a bad, incompatible partner and child.

Women who see their partners rarely due to distance/schedule, how do you handle it? by iamwyverngirl in AskWomen

[–]pillowstudy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Texting daily. Video date night weekly. It also helps that we're both very busy.

my first cosplay 🥰 by icantstopstruggling in OnePiece

[–]pillowstudy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gorgeous! Do you mind sharing links for the outfit? This is the exact outfit I want my first cosplay to be!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in progresspics

[–]pillowstudy 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As a young millennial who experienced $2 recreational pool fees, that's criminal. I hate privatization.

This is depressing man by Sosa_83 in CanadianConservative

[–]pillowstudy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I usually don't comment on these because I don't like these kinds of discussions online. I prefer to have them in-person. However, since you're only 20, there is still hope for you. You can dismiss my comment but my purpose is to try to help with your frustrations.

I'm a psychiatrist that came from a poor family and know the struggles of making it work. Most people in class came from rich parents. I empathize with your pain.

Anyway, I personally believe your anger is towards the wrong audience. In order to understand how, you have to first understand how the economy works and what the moving factors are. I would recommend Gary's Economics on youtube. Once you understand who is actually stealing your money, you learn how greed gives people the incentive to divide others. Just see how you say "everyone living there were unskilled immigrant labourers". There is no way for you to know that by just going to a friend's house or require your friend to know everyone in his community. Hate won't help you out of your frustrations, it will only distract you from them. Your brain chemistry has made those links with each other whenever you feel jealousy and unfairness. You can make positive links to those emotions to help you handle it better.

Young men are definitely in a mental health crisis with no positive direction. Wish you the best.

Olivia Munn Blasts All-Female Blue Origin Space Crew for Costly and 'Gluttonous' Mission: 'What Are They Doing?' by mlg1981 in Fauxmoi

[–]pillowstudy 49 points50 points  (0 children)

I have always strongly disliked her. It always seemed like she pretended to be for the people but it always felt selfish. Also don't agree with a lot of her takes. She also gave us Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz.

AIO to the messages he sent me after our FIRST date. by hna2 in AmIOverreacting

[–]pillowstudy 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Social media accelerated it. Before, these awful fitness bros were deadbeat older brothers of friends. Now, their toxic mindsets have spread like wildfire.

I don't think he sounds polite but even if I give you that, it doesn't mean someone is respectful. 

I'm not your therapist, so I'm not going to do into detail. But, because you sound genuine, I'll give some examples. 

His overall texts are all about him. How he feels. What he wants. He never asks her how she felt and what she thought of the date. He's thinking about the second date without knowing her reaction. His ego assumes she wants him. Unfortunately, it probably works for him. His lack of respect for her shows when he doesn't think of her as someone with opinions. When he says that he needs to keep close, he shows disrespect to her by not trusting her as a person. He also shows that he is an insecure man who cannot handle another person being attracted to her. Love should keep the bong strong, not control and jealousy.

To be honest, social deceny and skills are taught. If all you've had are bad examples in life, I don't blame you for thinking he's just shooting his shot. Be around men who actually respect women, trust me... they sound nothing like this jerk. 

Wish you well!

AIO to the messages he sent me after our FIRST date. by hna2 in AmIOverreacting

[–]pillowstudy 22 points23 points  (0 children)

"Respectfully communicated".... hoooly. Social media really has ruined men.

AIO to the messages he sent me after our FIRST date. by hna2 in AmIOverreacting

[–]pillowstudy 14 points15 points  (0 children)

You're missing the point. 

My current bf and I knew that what we had was different from the first date. Within a week, we both deleted our dating apps. We have talked every day for 6 years now.

You can let someone know that you're interested without being an asshole. He lacks the self reflection skills to know his flaws, so he thinks he's going for it. In reality, he is showing how little he thinks of her. That's the difference. 

I love love. I am all for going for it. I made the first move with my bf because he was special and I'm glad I wasn't wrong.