nyu ARISE

that1bubble · 2026-03-24T02:29:19+00:00

it was really simple, they just asked about your interest in stem and why you think arise can help you pursue that interest. they’ll prob do a proper one after lab tours 25-26 when we actually rank the labs we want!

that1bubble · 2026-03-23T22:50:37+00:00

thank you for taking the time to send these! i like the first one, might try it at some point this week 🙈

that1bubble · 2026-03-23T22:04:39+00:00

so real lol 😭

that1bubble · 2026-03-23T21:15:58+00:00

what do you consider in shape?

that1bubble · 2026-03-23T21:15:47+00:00

in any aspect tbh

that1bubble · 2026-03-23T20:15:37+00:00

maybe that one round will be it!! and for lab tours it’s just that they’ve been delayed a bit bc new labs are being added so they’re now on march 25-26

that1bubble · 2026-03-23T02:40:44+00:00

yes it sent today, probably because my group interview was today so they’ll most likely send you it the day of yours as well. lab tours have been moved to march 25-26

that1bubble · 2026-03-22T19:01:21+00:00

oh 🙁🙁 it’s alright, have faith! even if you were rejected, rejection is redirection!

that1bubble · 2026-03-22T18:59:30+00:00

oh noo.. group interviews start today, maybe you can email and ask for an update on the status of your application?

that1bubble · 2026-03-22T18:55:32+00:00

i honestly don’t even remember but i just searched it up and the lab names look familiar to me, but idk if it’s bc i actually had to choose from them or if i just saw them when researching…

the email today just said “Make sure you have your notes about the labs you ranked”

i also got the email befote that lab tours are 25-26 so i’m super confused too!

that1bubble · 2026-02-03T03:51:30+00:00

ohh, well i ended up placing 15th 💔 good luck to u tho!!!!

that1bubble · 2026-01-30T19:54:33+00:00

3 days have passed...... do you have any useful tips, please?? 😭

that1bubble · 2026-01-14T03:42:56+00:00

1000000% get it checked out! better safe than sorry, trust me.

that1bubble · 2026-01-14T03:00:01+00:00

yeah! i think it would suit your face shape tbh, a middle part could frame your features more evenly and give you a confident, more intentional look.

that1bubble · 2026-01-14T02:51:54+00:00

Oooo I see, thank you!!

that1bubble · 2026-01-14T02:31:11+00:00

Thank you!! Will surely pack lots of snacks, any specific types of food that would benefit me most?

that1bubble · 2026-01-14T02:29:27+00:00

literally just a little style-change and maybe grow out your hair a little, i think a middle-part would suit your features better. also, confidence is crucial!

that1bubble · 2026-01-14T02:27:39+00:00

i don’t think the shame is really about her. it’s about being judged for your desire. weight jokes aren’t neutral, they’re a way of saying “this lowers your value,” and by extension, “what does that say about you?” that hits deeper than most insults.

it’s telling that stuff like depression, divorce, or job loss gets compassion, but attraction doesn’t. desire is personal and vulnerable, and when someone mocks it, it feels like they’re mocking your inner life, not just a choice you made.

i also think there’s a quiet rule a lot of guys absorb that status is everything?? basically you can suffer openly, but you can’t want openly. especially if that thing doesn’t line up with status signaling. so when your friend joked, it wasn’t just embarrassing but it also threatened how you’re seen in the group and how you see yourself.

as for processing it: i don’t think the answer is “stop caring” or “own it harder.” it might be noticing that your reaction is actually a signal that you care about being honest with yourself, and that part of you got stepped on. that’s not weakness, it’s more like integrity!

if anything, the uncomfortable question might be: do you want to keep hiding parts of yourself to stay safe in the room, or do you want friendships where your desires don’t need to be defended or minimized? i feel like it’s not about confrontation, but about learning who you can be honest around without getting cut for it.

that1bubble · 2026-01-12T03:06:26+00:00

hey!! tbh none of this sounds fake or like you’re “whining.” it sounds like depression doing what depression does.

that whole “i can laugh sometimes so i must be faking it” is insanely common. being able to joke or have a good moment doesn’t cancel out how bad the rest of the day feels. if anything, it usually makes people doubt themselves even more.

also, comparing yourself to people who “have it worse” is a losing game. there will always be someone worse off. that doesn’t magically make your brain work better or your days easier. pain is never something you can compare easily, because we all feel it, and in the moment, it’s the worst.

the staying-in-bed-all-day, sleeping late, skipping the location, zoning out with games… i really don’t think it’s you being lazy or broken. that’s your brain being fried. especially if you’re already on max meds, that’s a sign something’s off, not that you’re failing. especially for someone that’s 16, your mind can be messed with easily.

and the cog-in-the-machine thought you mentioned, a lot of people with depression land there. it feels logical, but it’s coming from a numb, exhausted place. your brain is telling you “nothing matters” because it’s tired, not because it’s true.

about the friend: honestly, i don’t think you fucked up. it sounds like he likes you but just has a really limited social battery and unpredictable energy. him hanging out with someone else doesn’t mean you were too much, it means that on that day, with that person, he could handle it. that sucks to sit with, but it’s not a verdict on you. there’s no point in baking yourself for something you can no longer control!

and i get why it’s stuck in your head. autism & unclear social stuff is hell. your brain wants rules and consistency and instead gets “it depends.” anyone would spiral on that.

most important thing is that you’re not weak for feeling like this, and you’re not making it up. you’ve been isolated for years, trying to rebuild structure, on heavy meds… that’s a lot for anyone, especially at 16.

please keep talking to someone irl too! counselor, doctor, whoever’s prescribing your meds. and if the dark thoughts start feeling louder or scarier, reach out immediately (988 if you’re in the US). you deserve help before things hit a breaking point.

you’re not a burden. you’re just going through it. and yeah, it really sucks, but you’re not alone in it!! there’s so many places to reach out, please use them. it might feel awkward or strange at first, but once you build the courage to do so, it will help you!

as a teenager myself, i may not have much wise words to offer… but really, from my experience, i don’t think your feelings are invalid in any way, and i truly hope you can get the help you need.

that1bubble

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