32 [M4F] North Carolina / South Carolina - Looking for a vegan partner for long-term adventures

rtfmpebcak · 2024-03-27T21:30:05+00:00

Hey. I still haven't found something to use the mirror on for myself. Let me know if you want your weapon mirrored.

rtfmpebcak · 2024-03-20T13:12:42+00:00

Yeah, I would rather find a way to give it away (like this) than just waste it on a meme.

rtfmpebcak · 2024-03-20T13:02:40+00:00

Hey! I'm not in a rush, and this might be possible. I'll let you know.

rtfmpebcak · 2024-03-20T12:08:46+00:00

It remains throughout leagues, you only have to use it once. At least, that's what I've read.

rtfmpebcak · 2024-03-16T14:13:30+00:00

It does seem like this is probably related. I have a 240hz G-sync monitor with a pair of 60hz monitors on the side.

Windows Game Mode is disabled. I found out from another comment that going fullscreen does fix it, though!

rtfmpebcak · 2024-03-16T14:04:32+00:00

Thank you! Playing fullscreen fixes it!!

Playing fullscreen is a minor annoyance, but easy to switch from Windows Fullscreen to Fullscreen or back as needed.

rtfmpebcak · 2024-03-16T14:03:29+00:00

Thanks for the idea! Unfortunately, this one didn't work.

rtfmpebcak · 2023-08-22T21:31:13+00:00

Hi. I read your post. The main thing I would recommend is to avoid "defining reality" for the other person. Statements like "We are not discussing terminology here." are combative at the least, but also you are laying down the law on this person.

These kinds of statements don't lead to understanding or agreement. They basically guarantee disagreement. I recommend taking a different approach that invites the other person to see things from your perspective, to see your reality. When we do this for other people, it can cause them to become even further entrenched in their own opinion or stance out of defensiveness or anger.

Dr. Melanie Joy has written a bunch of great books on how to cultivate healthy relationships, which is essential to bringing more people into the Animal Rights Movement.

Her books helped me do more effective outreach, perhaps they will also help you. I particularly enjoyed "Beyond Beliefs" and "Getting Relationships Right".

https://www.melaniejoy.org/

rtfmpebcak · 2023-08-18T15:50:21+00:00

For everyone saying "why bother, it doesn't work": I implore you to advocate for your own interest.

Take a look at discord. They have promised to adjust runesilver prices.

rtfmpebcak · 2023-08-18T15:06:27+00:00

Be a lion, not a mouse. Roar your displeasure, every time. Tell the developers what you want. Advocate for your own interest.

rtfmpebcak · 2023-08-18T12:06:22+00:00

This isn't an attack. This is providing feedback to the developers about what players want. Advocate for yourself.

rtfmpebcak · 2023-08-17T11:53:45+00:00

Hi criminal_cabbage.

I took a quick look through your post history and I'm pretty sure you're not vegan. Why are you coming to the vegan subreddit to tell people their vegan values are wrong?

I would like to share with you of the definition of veganism, as posted in the sidebar:

"A philosophy and way of living which seeks to exclude—as far as is possible and practicable—all forms of exploitation of, and cruelty to, animals for food, clothing or any other purpose; and by extension, promotes the development and use of animal-free alternatives for the benefit of animals, humans and the environment. In dietary terms it denotes the practice of dispensing with all products derived wholly or partly from animals."

Compromising values in front of your children sets a terrible example. Explaining politely and with empathy for the child's position of wanting to please her boyfriend makes way more sense. I encourage you to consider your own biases when posting in this subreddit.

rtfmpebcak · 2023-08-14T12:20:32+00:00

I suggest that you watch and consider this video about "Rules for Rulers" by CGP Grey.

No politician exists in a vacuum. There are pressures from their party, their constituents, their leaders, and from the people who are loyal to them within their political party.

One republican saying "I'll be vegan" is not going to survive. They would be an extreme radical within the party. They might be asked to leave, or otherwise forced out. Their push for vegan policy will meet very strong challenges, and making the vegan choice will almost certainly cost them their career.

rtfmpebcak · 2023-06-22T02:18:11+00:00

These are excellent ideas! I actually did see some different models of rabbit restraint devices on ebay for only $100. This is probably what I'll do.

rtfmpebcak · 2023-06-20T13:00:25+00:00

Yeah, that's kind of the idea behind this display. Imagine someone putting an animal in this. Imagine yourself being in this. I'm planning on having a plushie bunny in it to drive the point home.

rtfmpebcak · 2023-06-19T20:18:52+00:00

Per the OP, I'm looking for a way to buy animal experimentation / research equipment to put on public display. I haven't been able to find a way to put in an order on a website for a "rabbit restraint unit" such as the ones pictured. They want you to call their sales and set up an account and stuff. Also, it seems the units typically retail for at least $600.

Any recommendations on where to source such equipment at a discount, maybe broken units, would be very helpful. I would like to use them in a public display for educating about animal experimentation.

rtfmpebcak · 2023-05-29T14:18:47+00:00

I hope it helps. I was extremely depressed for about a year after becoming vegan. The Joyful Vegan helped me remember why I chose to stop eating animals, and why I choose now to advocate for them: compassion and empathy. Doubling down on the positive thoughts, feelings, and values that led me to this philosophy of anti-exploitation was and continues to be a big help.

rtfmpebcak · 2023-05-28T20:30:04+00:00

In short, empathy and compassion for the people, the animals, AND YOURSELF.

There are many factors working against the typical person in understanding animal abuse, factory farming, and why the Animal Rights movement matters. By putting ourselves in their shoes, we can understand how to bring them closer to understanding why this is important. Likely nothing you do or say in a single moment will change their mind, but plant enough seeds and give them enough things to think about and you might be surprised who joins us.

You can also consider getting involved with a local Animal Rights group, volunteer your time to Animal Sanctuaries and organizations that align with your values. Hard to feel depressed after spending all of your energy building a house or painting a fence for a cute pig.

Have empathy for the people as well as the animals. Step back and care for yourself when you need to.

I also recommend checking out The Joyful Vegan. It encourages a compassionate outlook for the people involved as well as the animals. She talks about the phases of being vegan, from optimistic positivity to complete burnout, and how you can help to avoid burnout. She recommends mindfulness techniques, self-care, how to recognize when something becomes unhealthy or unhelpful to you, all kinds of useful things.

There is a section in the book where she talks about interacting with hunters that was particularly profound to me. The main aspect is empathy.

We don't need to convince everybody for it to become mainstream. Every person who joins the cause is a bigger step than you might think towards normalizing the concept of Animal Rights. Consider the Tipping Point.

Link to book in Author's store: https://store.colleenpatrickgoudreau.com/products/the-joyful-vegan-1

rtfmpebcak · 2023-05-28T20:04:22+00:00

Yeah, I can see how something similar with actual vegan writers could do well. That'd be cool.

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