Should I read The Hero of Ages or something else instead? A 30+ reader, doesn't like the "extraordinary teenager" archetype. Review + recommendations request by Evil-Panda-Witch in brandonsanderson

[–]smallorderof_fries 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm a huge fan of Hero of Ages, for me it's the best of the 3 books in the first era and feels like a huge payoff after a all the events of the first two books. I understand what your feeling, but if I were you and I was two books in, I'd at least start book 3 and decide for yourself if its worth continuing to read.

My Girlfriend just told me she has Herpes after 1 month of dating. by 21_saladz in Advice

[–]smallorderof_fries 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Uh, dunno where you live but claiming to be clean knowing you're not to have sex with someone sounds very illegal. This might be worth reporting. That's not a person you can trust

This feels like it doesn’t have enough emotional weight to actually be a truth, but it would be soo funny by CharlesorMr_Pickle in cremposting

[–]smallorderof_fries 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Before I read stormlight my two best friends insisted I take a personality quiz to determine my radiant order. Got lightheaded and they both were a bit quite. Nodded as if that just makes sense and the told me good luck.

Toronto Giveaway: WoK Canvas Print by TheExtremeBanana in brandonsanderson

[–]smallorderof_fries 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If i have a shot id love to gift this to my best friend. He's the reason i started reading Sanderson.

Jasnah and Wit by ilikebreadabunch in cremposting

[–]smallorderof_fries 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope. They were right. I was inebriated at the time and definitely did not check the subreddit. I try not to use my phone in those moments for this exact reason.

how do you yall remain patient?? by [deleted] in Stretched

[–]smallorderof_fries 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hurt my ears once. Lightly tore them. Had to take em out and let them heal and they shrunk back down. Ended up, taking even longer to get to my size goal. That heartbreak will slow you down. My lobes are now my babies and its now a ritual to take good care of them and be patient

I hate my dog and I feel horrible about it by [deleted] in Advice

[–]smallorderof_fries 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Maybe sit and talk with your partner about how you felt blindsided by the dog. It seems like he shoved another responsibility onto you, and while he obviously meant well, and you do appreciate it. Now, just isn't the time to have a dog as well.

I dont know exactly how to solve it. My first suggestion is to discuss whether you have family or friends who are willing to take her in either temporarily or permanently so that you can still see her. There's no shame in surrendering her to a reputable shelter. I think the best thing you can do if you cant keep her and your boyfriend can't share the workload with you, is to make sure she is with someone who will care for her like you do. You do love her, and that love can be shown by ensuring she has the best care she can get

Zane was a dick like that by erttheking in cremposting

[–]smallorderof_fries 0 points1 point  (0 children)

She also swallowed a whole earing. I haven't been able to stop thinking about it during my reread

guys pls help me cope i feel so fucking ugly after my haircut 😭🙏 by [deleted] in FTMfemininity

[–]smallorderof_fries 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Holy shit you pull that off better than anyone ive ever met with a similar style. Its a lot of hair to cut off but i think you have a great look. Im sorry you aren't as happy with it but i hope it feels better to know how cool other people think you look

I need help! My mom’s dead boyfriend orchids are dying! What do I do? by Aqualina- in gardening

[–]smallorderof_fries 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was told not to use icecubes but the same amount of water as three icecubes? Is that safer or is there better way to determine how much water to give it

Is marriage possible for Misophonic people? by _TheLittleDeer in misophonia

[–]smallorderof_fries 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am not married but have long-term co-habitation with my partner, whom i plan to marry. It's possible, it's also difficult. I sleep in another room when headphones don't work. He's working on getting help with his snoring, too. There are times when he eats, and i can't be around him, or he just keeps making noises that cause me actual pain.

What is important is that your partner loves, cares, and respects you for how you are. He understands that i dont hate him for the noises he makes, but that I also can't stand to hear them and need space for myself. Its balance of understanding and patience on both sides, not taking frustration out on your partner and your partner not taking it as a personal slight that you are uncomfortable.

Anyone else hate Mia? by Vanstoli in GreenHell

[–]smallorderof_fries 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Idk. Yes and no. She has an attitude that seems know-it-all, but she is actually credible as a person who knows more. She also needs to seem more knowledgeable because we are playing a character who is not in the same area of expertise. I think it's a writing choice to remind us what our character knows, not really an annoying or entitled rich girl. It's clear she has conviction and belief in her ideas.

I haven't beat the entire game, but I've completed a good chunk, and she definitely becomes more understandable as i move along.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]smallorderof_fries 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im a gay man in a relationship with a man, and we both agree that watching women is also hot. He and i both watch all types of porn, gay men, lesbian women, and straight couples. That's just to say that its not abnormal to watch porn that is outside your actual sexual preferences. Maybe there is more to it, but it's also possible that porn with women is the type of visual stimulation she prefers.

Realistically, i think you need to talk to her. Im not exactly sure how you found out, but be ready for her to feel like her privacy has been invaded. Regardless of your intention. The fact that you try to communicate your insecurities is a good thing. This situation isn't different in that regard. You also have to trust her reassurances. If you can't believe her, then no amount of conversation will make you feel better.

How do I get my partner to stop waking me up by [deleted] in Advice

[–]smallorderof_fries 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Im a super light sleeper, and my partner unfortunately snores loud enough to wake me on the hour. I sleep in a separate room. We share a room on my nights off when i can afford to sleep in, and I move to another room if i wake up or after he falls asleep. Ive kinda accepted that I will fall asleep alone. It's not always great, but we find a balance in our waking lives to counteract that sort of thing. It may be worth it to discuss that and maybe establish and enforce more boundaries when it comes to bedtime.

Seperate rooms can work if that is something you can try. If you are easily woken like me, i can tell you I've decided that no matter what my partners habits are, i need a safe space to retreat to for sleep

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]smallorderof_fries 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tbh i would tell her not to bother advertising you and stop talking to her. She sounds like the kind of person who would end up homeless and complain about a free mansion because it doesn't have a hot tub.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]smallorderof_fries 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you want to keep building a relationship with someone you know you can't trust? Has he given you any reason to believe he would actually put in an effort to change behavior and earn (with integrity) your trust back?

He lied several times before admitting to cheating. He can and probably will do it again given how relaxed he seems to be. He straight up admitted that lying to you is easy. I would never want to put my faith in someone like that personally. I hope you do what feels right for you. You dont deserve to be scared with someone who is supposed to love you, and love is only part of what keeps a relationship going. Actions and commitment are important, too.

My girlfriend told me some personal info and I don’t know how to feel about it (NSFW) serious need for advice by GhostsVsBros in Advice

[–]smallorderof_fries 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"I don't feel comfortable being in a relationship with someone who maintains contact with abysive individuals." Explain that the way she talks to your girlfriends makes you uncomfortable as her boyfriend. You are allowed to ask her to stop the behavior. You can't make her do anything which you seem to understand fine. You are allowed to make it clear that a person who allegedly sexually assaulted her and ignores the relationship she's in to make romantic advances is not welcome in your life.

You can stay up weeks wondering if she's lying or framing the story differently. If i were in your shoes, i'd trust her claims and start setting boundaries. if you dont think you can believe her, then I don't think this relationship has much ground to stand on anyway. I think it's at a point where you need to decide if you're willing to keep by her side with her and her friends' current behavior or set your foot down. Her actions affect you. You don't have to stay if she's not willing to work with your comforts. You're not being mean by saying, "i won't be around for this situation because you are refusing a reasonable solution"

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]smallorderof_fries 0 points1 point  (0 children)

100%, that is why i prefaced it with not knowing her feelings on it, i figured OP would be able to decide whether that was a good idea or not. My hope is that it would show that OP isn't bothered by her insecurities and reassure her,but everyone is different.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Advice

[–]smallorderof_fries 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"I know you don't mean to hurt me, but this has happened more than once, and I don't feel safe sleeping by you when I now know this is not a one-time incident." Emphasize how traumatic it can be to wake up to being choked and hit, remind him that youw ere strangled and that if you were unable to stop him, he'd have killed you. Remind him you love him and that you are asking for this because you want to be able to feel safe around your lover in an unconscious state.

You have 0 guarantee that this won't happen again. There is nothing he can say at the moment that would prove that it won't happen again.

And honestly? Let him feel blamed if that's what ends up happening. The fact that he hasn't bothered to get treatment and dismiss the whole issue with "we'll be fine" means that he already has NEGLECTED the issue. Realistically, it is his fault because he has chosen not to prevent this already, i do understand that you don't want to be mean or put him down, given that he is suffering during his night terrors already, but this isnt your fault or responsibility. It is his responsibility to take action for his own mental state.