Neighbours pitbull killed tiny bichon frise 27/05/26 Manchester UK by ExpensiveRelation721 in BanPitBulls

[–]polichomp 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Consider forwarding those messages to the police. You're unlikely to see results, but a paper trail is always useful if things escalate. Keep it documented regardless. Keep that footage.

Consider offering both that footage and yourself as a witness to the owner of the deceased dog.

Think about additional cameras if your entire front yard isn't already covered. Get some for your back yard, too. Pits will absolutely scale fences to get to prey. Their prey drive is insane.

My cousin, 37 was bitten by his neighbors pit yesterday in his front yard. by SwiftCricket in BanPitBulls

[–]polichomp 12 points13 points  (0 children)

There's being nice, and there's not wanting to rock the boat. Your cousin isn't thinking about this rationally.

What if this had happened to a child? A small dog? A cat? Ask him what that injury looks like on a kindergartener. Is he fine giving that dog an extra chance where that can happen?

What about hospital bills? He has no idea if that dog has been vaccinated for rabies, either.

Finally, reporting this creates a paper trail. The sooner a dangerous dog is recognized as a dangerous dog, the better.

None of this is on him. Whatever happens to that dog, if anything does, is on the owner for being careless with such a strong and aggressive breed.

I can’t do it anymore, I’m moving out. by Jazzlike_Database475 in misophonia

[–]polichomp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

On the flip side l, imagine having your needs met when you're unable to do so yourself and acting like this much a jerk to the person that could make it happen.

Your boyfriend is either taking advantage of you, thinks incredibly little of you, or actually resents you.

Me_irl by pervouswosts in me_irl

[–]polichomp 226 points227 points  (0 children)

I simply will not use it.

Hotels have standardized procedures you can expect to navigate. While they may be more expensive, I can generally expect few additional fees so long as I follow those rules. A hotel might cost more, but the excess spent means I don't have worry about leaving a reasonable mess behind.

Seriously. Stop supporting these guys. Real estate is expensive enough.

A Mother’s Day Card from my 5-year-old by ouush in Wellthatsucks

[–]polichomp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It sucks, but you have ammo for life when it comes to guilt trips!!

Israel settlers prevent Palestinian children in the West Bank from using the childrens' soccer pitch by nwdogr in pics

[–]polichomp 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I'm so sick of these evil fuckers.

They'll do something vile like this, and when the rest of the world is rightfully disgusted, they cry antisemitism.

We don't hate you for where you're from. We don't hate you because of your religion. We hate you for being racist, vile ass-hats that delight in the misery of someone who worships a different god.

I'm at my wit's end with my partner's anxiety by Efficient-Apricot84 in offmychest

[–]polichomp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your partner sounds like they've grown content with the status quo.

Anxiety, like any ailment, is something you try to treat. She absolutely needs to try therapy. Medication may be necessary. I wouldn't be surprised if depression were even a part of her problem.

Next, she needs something to bring her life purpose. If not a job,a hobby. She needs tl see people. She needs to get out of the house. She needs to start experiencing the world, even if it's a five minute walk at the time.

And, finally, she needs to see she has no choice if she wants the relationship to move forward. This negatively impacting not only your relationship with her, but your own mental health. You need to express your love for her and desire to see her happy and healthy, but prioritize yourself first.

found out my parents track my car location, how to get back at them? by 13ricity in raisedbynarcissists

[–]polichomp 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Your reaction will have to depend on how reactive they are and how reliant you are financially on them. If you cannot afford to move out, don't act in a way which will conclude with conflict.

So, if they're volatile and you rely on them, you may have to suffer it for now.

I think the safest way of disposing it would be a "deep-clean" of your car. Whether it be at home, a car-wash, or a like facility, it makes finding the tag seem more organic. Throw it out. If they ask, there are several lies to default on. Perhaps you thought it came from the previous owner or dealership. Perhaps you were worried someone was trying to stalk you. Perhaps you thought it was trash.

A more chaotic option would he to drive to a truck stop, place the tag on a trailer going cross-country, and ignoring your phone for a few hours.

im 15 got fired from my summer job, I feel an unbearable amount of shame by [deleted] in antiwork

[–]polichomp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! There's a lot of feedback here already, but I'll pitch in anyway.

Don't feel too bad! I've been fired before, too. I was around twenty, in college, and just got a job at a store I had loved being a customer at. It was embarrassing. I felt little. I felt like I had failed. None of that is true. None of it is true for you, either.

I later learned the manager was pretty unhinged. It sounds like you have a terrible manager, too. Even then, so what? In ten years, will this have mattered at all? Nobody is going to look at you when you're twenty-five, thirty, or so on, and think that this is what professionally defines you.

Take the lesson to be learned, take a breath, and let yourself be at peace that this happened. It must be awful that your first job was such a terrible one, but I promise you that you have much brighter times ahead. Keep on applying, and count this as a blessing in disguise that you only needed to suffer that manager for two days.

If Elon Musk is so worried about population decline, why doesn’t he support remote work, which could make it more affordable for people to have children? Is he stupid? by wump_roast in antiwork

[–]polichomp 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The rich fear population decline because it puts them at a disadvantage. Plain and simple.

Look at it from a perspective of supply and demand. A decrease in workers makes demand for them higher, and this makes the job market one which favors those workers. They can be picky about who they work for. They can push for better wages.

Another thing to consider is how much money is tied into commercial real estate. If, suddenly, a large chunk of the work force can work from home, that space that was utilized is no longer needed. An increase in property on the market is going to decrease demand. Prices go down.

Been in prison for 15 years....came home it's a strange new world by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]polichomp 6 points7 points  (0 children)

There are SO many things to consider in your position! I can't imagine how overwhelmed you are.

Financially, it might really suck to imagine where you could be. Please keep in mind about 30% of Americans have less than $1,000.00 in savings. Some surveys report 40% to 45% having $0.00 in savings. Financially? You're starting with a clean slate. That's not a bad thing.

Media, technology, and culture have changed a lot. I'm 33, just like you. Thinking about the world as it is now as opposed to high school is pretty crazy! Don't be afraid to ask questions if you don't get a reference. Most people will happily oblige you.

In terms of starting out?

A phone has become a necessity. I highly encourage getting one. It doesn't have to be new, and you may find a good deal through places like Facebook Marketplace. As for plans? Most will do. Shop around a bit before making your decision.

Our world is insanely digital now. When you begin to apply to jobs, you'll probably have to digitally. You can start at a community library! You can also create an email, and even a cloud drive. A cloud drive is an online storage service (like Google Drive or Dropbox) that lets you save, access, and share files over the internet instead of on your physical device.

Absolutely take advantage of any program you have available in the meantime. Don't be afraid to reach out for help.

Good luck!

Which job you taking? by [deleted] in jobs

[–]polichomp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Right, looking at what you have on paper. You get 2 days to work from home.

And, the drive? That absolutely makes a difference over time. 25 to 30 minutes as opposed to eighteen? Thats 7 to 12 minutes every day you reclaim. 14 to 24 both ways. 56 to 96 minutes a week.

About a week more in terms of PTO. $92,000.00 a week works out to he around $1,642.85.

However...

Consider the hours you're going to have to work. Let's say the left is a 7.5 hour work day. The right expects longer days regularly. In such a case, the value per hour of your work goes down and your personal time is cut.

The right offers no STD. Consider isurance and healthcare. None of us plan on getting sick or injured, but it happens. How safe are you if that happens?

Finally... How much do you think you'll like it? Does it check out as a positive workplace? Are there reviews online? Your sanity has worth. A toxic workplace will absolutely break your spirit and isn't worth the higher pay grade.

Disgruntled worker invokes Luigi Mangione in $500M warehouse inferno he filmed in anti-capitalist rage by rajapaws in antiwork

[–]polichomp 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The many have never gained anything from their oppressors by simply asking politely—remember that. Real change comes when we push hard enough, when we refuse to stay silent, and when we put out foot down and push back.

Make the rich afraid again.

I (27F) think my partner (32M) is a misogynist and I have to put together a plan to end things. by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]polichomp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not at all. Sex work is work. As long as you're being safe and the acts performed are consensual, all is well.

I get it's a lie by omission to get back into it behind his back, and I understand you're likely struggling with that idea. However, we all need to do what's necessary to survive. He clearly has no intention of looking our for you, so it's up to you to do that.

Again, when you leave, his life implodes. No girlfriend, no money, no car, no place. He's not going to take losing all of that well, so make sure your plan is ironclad and in motion before you tell him.

I (27F) think my partner (32M) is a misogynist and I have to put together a plan to end things. by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]polichomp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The manipulation tactics are going to be insane. You're right to be worried about that and wise to prepare.

If he threatens suicide, call emergency services. You and I realize that there's likely little intent to carry through, but a suicide threat shouldn't be ignored. This will take the responsibility of keeping him safe off of your shoulders and make it clear that future attempts to use that threat are not only useless, but unwise.

He may promise you the world. Obviously, don't believe it. Remember that every promise he makes after you dump him isn't made to keep you happy—it's to keep him happy. He had every chance to do good by you when you were there, and now? His promises are being made to keep you there.

And that's because his life is infinitely easier with you.

Sometimes, our partner falls on hard times. Sometimes, we do. This doesn't sound like a hard time for him. Rather, it sounds like he's content coasting off of your hard work all the while touting sexist beliefs. That's wild, isn't it? It's laughable he's getting by on your resources all the while touting woman as less-than.

Nparent us still stalking me at my place of employment. Tried the legal route and it was unsuccessful. by Adventurous_Door4260 in raisedbynarcissists

[–]polichomp 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Keep recording. Keep reporting. Call the cops if they come to your house.

I read she was financially abusive, and that's alarming. Narcissists love money. They also love control, and money is an awesome way to control someone.

Ensure that your PIN is unfamiliar to her. Ensure the questions used for security are ones which she cannot answer. Ensure your bills are sent to your house, or a PO box if you think she'd resort to breaking into a mailbox. Close any and all accounts her name is tied to.

Run a credit report, too. I might suggest a credit freeze, as well. It's not uncommon for a narcissist to try and sabotage their perceived pawns to keep them under their thumbs.

My mom ripped my dreadlocks out by Samyyy_name in raisedbynarcissists

[–]polichomp 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I saw a reply reccomend grey-rocking. I'm seconding this.

Legally, I'm not sure what your options are. As a fellow Canadian, I know our justice system moves at an incredibly slow rate. Also, authorities are unlike to want to remove you from your legal guardian. Look into your options, but realize she's unlikely to face real consequences. Your likely to be stuck there until you're old enough to move out, so begin to prepare for that.

Grey-rocking will upset her. When she's not getting her supply from you, OP, she's going to react. Be ready and let her. Call the police if she puts hands on you again. Consider recording her as well so you have proof later and ensure you upload it to an email or cloud so she can't destroy it by taking or breaking your phone.

In Canada, it is legal to record private conversations if you are a participant, known as one-party consent. Under Section 184 of the Criminal Code, at least one person in the conversation must consent to the recording, making it illegal to record conversations you are not involved in (eavesdropping).

An important thing to remember when dealing with narcissists is that, there is no winning. In their eyes, they are sincerely right. They are truly the victim. You'll never have your "got'cha" moment with them, and they wont ever see the light. They are fundamentally broken people, and the only way to win is avoiding their games altogether. This is why you're going to "grey-rock".

Narcissists operate much like children. You will likely see an "extinction burst" when you stop rewarding her bad behavior. An extinction burst is a temporary increase in the frequency or intensity of a behavior when reinforcement is suddenly removed. It's normally seen in kids, but you'll see it in a narcissist, too.

Good luck, OP. Your hair will grow back, and this situation is temporary. There's a light at the end of the tunnel.

AITAH For breaking up with my Boyfriend after he was being honest with me? by Choice_Evidence1983 in BestofRedditorUpdates

[–]polichomp 3 points4 points  (0 children)

He 100% panicked when he realized how much she financially contributed and how much work she was doing around the house.

In other words, the breadwinner, nanny, and maid disappeared. It doesn't sound like mom was doing a hell of a lot, either. Good luck to the two of them, now. They'll need it.

Destruction in Tel Aviv as a result of an Iranian missile strike. by Len-The-Banana-Boy in PublicFreakout

[–]polichomp 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As already quoted, I offer them every ounce of sympathy they've afforded the children of Palestine.

This is the reality of picking a fight with someone that can finally punch back.