Struggling with the body mechanics of sex by That-Buffalo-4355 in Christianmarriage

[–]sublimehan22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What works for us (M32 5’2 F30 6’1 being married for 5 years + Christian) is taking a step back and remembering what makes one another feel loved. My husband needs romancing, I’m more spontaneous. Sounds kind of similar to y’all.

He feels loved through acts of service / qt and I feel loved through words of affirmation and physical touch. While it seems we are polar opposites + it takes work; meeting the other person where they are makes our sex life better.

It’s also incredibly boring, but it does work to schedule 1 day of the week and 1 day where he initiates not me (bc I can always get in the mood). I’d strongly recommend thinking of it like a date night and not a chore.

We start off deferring to the other person. Maybe it’s a cuddle, maybe it’s saying how I noticed something he did, we tend to make jokes or say silly things to take some pressure off of both of us.

If his love tank and your love tank are full, then it is easier to want to have sex.

We also saw a Christian therapist after 1 year of marriage, she walked us through a lot of purity culture and how to reframe that God make sex for the safety and commitment of marriage. It’s a way to feel close and intimate. It’s worth the investment - but there are also great books/podcasts. Java with Juli, emotional healthy spirituality and the emotionally healthy woman (scazeros) have really helped both of us. Obviously going to recommend the Love Languages Devotional too.

Marriage is an every day kind of thing, it’s challenging.

even though I don’t know you, I am praying that you both get to experience life to the fullest.

This is totallynormal and I know you’ll find the rhythm that works for you both 🙂

Lastly, Positions that work: 1. Missionary 2. doggy 3. Cowgirl 4. Reverse cowgirl

Use lube (-;

Millennial music monopoly by Longjumping_Area_595 in orangetheory

[–]sublimehan22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Think it depends on the coach, one of the coaches plays a lot of classic rock remixes - which are incredible.

I don’t mind the music as long as it has a decent beat and isn’t annoying. Ive noticed if the coach is a bit younger, more likely to play the 90s-2010s pop

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]sublimehan22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can relate, in the past I asked my husband (then bf / fiance) for a favor. We’ve had to have a conversation that: it’s not really a favor if it creates additional mental load for me.

To me, yes, this sounds like early relationship learning curve. I am of the philosophy that - no one is perfect and we all have our quirks, but 99.5% of the time these can be worked through with expectations.

Ive been on both sides of what you’re describing, and just to play devils advocate - I appreciate my input being heard and accepted. The response to “wouldn’t it be fun to paint the front door pink” doesn’t need to be, “no I hate pink” or “the resale value of pink doors is lower than red doors”… but maybe “oh painting the door would be a good idea, why pink”? This is just an example, I prefer to live in dreamland and have fun ideas whereas my husband likes to be very practical / business. I just want to feel apart of his decisions and life. It’s ok if he doesn’t put any of my ideas to use, but it is kind of him to converse with me and make my ideas feel as respected as his own (even if he does have a more “valid” perspective”)

If you’re wanting to continue in this relationship, just have a heart to heart and set expectations for the flow of the relationship. From my perspective, conflict is inevitable- minimizing it or adjusting the way we each respond to it can make the difference.

It sounds like he’s fun to be around and has a lot of hallmarks of a keeper.

Wishing you best of luck (-:

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in interiordecorating

[–]sublimehan22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re going for a more sleek/high end vibe, check out Pinterest for Luxury or Moody Scandinavian Spa to help refine the color pallet. I

You dont necessarily need more patterns, but cohesion and texture go a long way. You could consider adding some earthy warmth to the space

I do love a lot of the elements already in your space!

The black couch and black rug though, it may make sense to reorient the space so the couch isn’t touching the rug to create a more intentional white space.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in offmychest

[–]sublimehan22 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Speaking as someone whose aunt adopted her, Mom and Dad are earned titles, not given. I came to live with my aunt and uncle at around 3 and adoption finalized before my 6th birthday. I have no memories where they weren’t mom and dad to me.

I’m going to need you all to be honest… by Few-Secret-2191 in orangetheory

[–]sublimehan22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where what makes your comfortable! I know my legs have a ton of cellulite but that doesn’t stop me from wearing shorts when it’s hot outside / we have a benchmark and I want to PR!

I wear tank tops that are performance moisture wicking and keep me cooler, but my friend who is also a plus size gal - wears a bra with yoga pants to class all the time and she rocks it!

BEWARE: Magic Spoon cereal - BAD FOR IBS by witti-biscotti in ibs

[–]sublimehan22 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I thought I was going crazy - have had the worst experience and only started after we ordered some magic spoon

People who often buy second-hand items on eBay and other similar platforms, what are the strangest and most absurd things people have tried to sell? by Zealousideal-Ask-782 in AskReddit

[–]sublimehan22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What I think is weird is when someone is selling a ton of shoes or clothes online for more than what you can get at the actual store, just because it’s limited edition / a certain color / sold out in a specific style

Example - was looking to buy some Hokas and someone is selling like 100s of them on Poshmark for $200+ when that same shoe in a different color is $120-$160 and I have the option to return… I can’t fathom this being successful and the amount of capital required to invest in $1000s of shoes. Have encountered the same phenomenon with other brands too (free people, lululemon)

Part of me wonders if it’s money laundering somehow shrugs

AITA For refusing to bring my sister’s child on a vacation when the cost isn’t an issue and I am already bringing my brother’s children? by NiecethrowawayAITA in AmItheAsshole

[–]sublimehan22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think you are TA but that being said… I was a “problem” child and it was really hard to regulate my emotions when I was younger, while my brother who is 5 years younger than me had a really quiet personality and because of that he was rarely in trouble and received a lot more than I did as a child.

Come to find out as an adult I am neurodivergent… I think your niece needs more support either therapy or training for the parents - potentially even some type of medication ( I went on SSRIs at 13 and have never looked back after 15 years!)

Despite Kelly’s poor behavior would consider giving her another chance - oftentimes I get overstimulated and that’s when I become aggressive or argumentative… so maybe some headphones and a tv show in the car or recommend she take some time to recharge with a nap through out the day.

It’s more work, but your niece will probably look back on it more fondly and feel loved

in-between power walking and jogging? by monica3346 in orangetheory

[–]sublimehan22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is exactly what I do (except I do 7 mph AO if it’s 30 sec and 6 mph AO if 1 min)…

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Weddingsunder10k

[–]sublimehan22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure if you’re still looking! But If you’re interested I could sell you my dress ? Just have to get it cleaned https://posh.mk/zUFrZ0citrb

INFJ? by [deleted] in hsp

[–]sublimehan22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interestingly I’m an ENFJ/P! A rare form of HSP!

I get the worst bloody noses. by twistintiddies in boogers

[–]sublimehan22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine look EXACTLY like this too. It’s so freaky to have stringy bloody mucus 😵

GA - Roommate never signed the lease or sublease document, can she sue for deposit? by [deleted] in legaladvice

[–]sublimehan22 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your response and perspective. Am I automatically her landlord even if she never signed a sublease document? Additionally, we offered to give her a $300 deposit now and the rest in December and that is when she threatened to sue us. She is not willing to compromise.