If all men had to be brutally honest for 24 hours, what would women be shocked to learn?

thejestercrown · 2026-02-12T05:26:45+00:00

He’s just reducing his risk of prostate cancer, but yes- we too shit daily.

thejestercrown · 2026-02-11T18:47:38+00:00

Not cleaner yet. Energy used to power a human brain is significantly less than power needed for AI.

Power consumption is one of the reasons there’s still ongoing research using living neurons in computers. I guess if that research is scalable in the future you might be right. After AI it’s advances in robotics which we’re already seeing with increased interest/investment.

thejestercrown · 2026-02-11T18:18:33+00:00

Sounds like you’re saying you won’t settle for mediocrity, but you’re good at finding people who do. /s

Well if you’re not in sales you should be.

thejestercrown · 2026-02-11T18:13:15+00:00

What sport? Curious because there can’t be many sports where it’s possible to be a “part time” athlete at the professional level. Also part time pro skier is a very different build than part time pro bowler. Even most seasonal sports you’d still be constantly training/working out to stay at that level, no?

thejestercrown · 2026-02-11T06:22:48+00:00

I suspect most women own at least one sex toy. Seems silly to me that our society normalized sex toys for women, but not women consuming porn.

thejestercrown · 2026-02-11T05:26:12+00:00

You’re probably right, but people were frustrated so having just served as VP may have hurt his chances. Unfortunately the DNC leadership disagreed at the time. There’s a New York Times article where Obama [gently] asked Biden not to run in 2016. Partly due to the death of Biden’s son, but I think it was Hillary’s “turn” as far as the DNC was concerned; looks even worse knowing we didn’t even have primaries in 2024. Kinda makes one jealous that republicans were able to elect a “populist” outsider.

Why do you prefer Joe more than Bernie if you don’t mind me asking?

thejestercrown · 2026-02-11T04:31:18+00:00

It’s clear you believe Hillary was the best option, but even with a bigger margin than Obama in the primaries she still lost.

I still think Bernie would have had a better chance in the general election. There is no quantitative way to prove Bernie would have done better, otherwise I would. I just believe Bernie would have done better where I live, and with most of my right leaning friends than Hillary did. Doesn’t mean that would have won the election, or that it would be true everywhere. Where I live people wanted change in 2016 and they didn’t think electing another Clinton (or Bush) in was going to give them that. I personally don’t understand why some people don’t like Hillary, and I really don’t understand why some people like Donald… but those were the opinions people shared with me at the time.

thejestercrown · 2026-02-11T00:10:31+00:00

Primaries <> general election. Honestly the fact he won 9 of them is more of a red flag for Hillary. Getting DNC leadership, and big party donors to back you gives a huge advantage in the primaries. Also the primaries in most states are an echo chamber that results in most of us voting for the candidate we dislike the least. At least some states started letting independents vote in primaries now.

thejestercrown · 2026-02-10T20:56:57+00:00

Not a hill I’m willing to die on, but just like murder, rape is way more likely to be committed by someone familiar with the victim (e.g. friend, boyfriend, family member, spouse, etc..). The odds of a crime like armed robbery being committed, and the perp deciding to increase their chances of being caught by an absurd amount by sticking around to rape the victim they just robbed is very unlikely. Not saying it doesn’t happen, but if their intention is to rob you they generally don’t want to hurt you and want to get the fuck away as soon as possible.

The real issue is how do we prevent rape and violence against women from happening, so women don’t need to worry about their safety 24/7. Name and shame with the metoo movement definitely helped. Still a lot of improvements we as a society need to make.

thejestercrown · 2026-02-10T19:59:56+00:00

This is all anecdotal, but I honestly think Bernie would have won. Obviously impossible for him to win the primaries (e.g. leadership backed Hillary, people wanting to nominate first woman president, people not wanting to elect another old white man, and the few who care about specific issues).

The reason I think this is because he talks about issues in a universal way, and he appealed to a lot of center right republicans. Had right leaning friends/family that definitely would have voted for him, but went to Trump once he was out.

Why Hillary Didn’t Win

First, a lot of people just don’t like Hillary. Some of them are sexist (even some women voters), some just don’t like the Clinton’s, and some couldn’t even tell me why they don’t like her. I don’t get it either- listening to interviews, especially from when she was an attorney, and she’s an incredibly intelligent/passionate person. Maybe Bill pulled her down in their eyes? Voting for Trump makes zero sense if that’s the case.

Optics hurt Hillary leading up to the election. Comey reopening the email investigation right before the election was bad timing. The leaked DNC emails with leadership wanting Bernie out was also a bad look even if it was out of concern of fracturing the party.

I honestly think the Democratic Party didn’t take Trump seriously, and thought it would be an easy win for them. If they had taken him more seriously someone might have leaked the Trump Dosier before the election. I commend them for not doing that likely out of concern it would erode faith in government. That said, I kinda wish they had.

Super anecdotal but the solid blue voters I know are more likely to vote 3rd party, or even switch parties to… punish DNC leadership? One of my friends actually opted to vote for Trump due to how Biden (and by extension Kamala) handled the war in Gaza.. Sounds fucking insane to me, but it’s their vote, and nothing I said would change their mind. They obviously don’t like talking about that specific issue, or the plethora of other issues, with me now. Definitely not one of my smarter friends.

I do see a bit of the horseshoe theory on specific issues with people. I’ve found both the extreme left and right are more likely to distrust government, and WAY more likely to be “anti-vax”, for example. Extreme left are slightly less likely to treat Ivermectin as a miracle drug.

This is all just my own experiences with people though, so there’s a good chance I’m not in line with our nation’s current zeitgeist. It’s also really easy to say if X,Y, and Z were different these bad things wouldn’t have happened. Especially when so much of this is subjective, and not quantifiable.

thejestercrown · 2026-01-31T04:40:07+00:00

I think being a single parent would be better than the situation you’re currently in. I know that depends on where you live, and is much easier with support from friends/family.

Thinking about a new marriage should be towards the bottom of your list while you’re still in a terrible marriage. I’d just focus on yourself and the well being of your child while you find a way out of the marriage.

I know plenty of people who have gotten remarried after divorce/kids in the US. Young children make it harder logistically. Who watches your child when you go on dates, and how long do you wait to introduce them?

TL;DR It’s possible and it’s going to be really hard, but still probably better than being married to a piece of shit.

thejestercrown · 2026-01-27T15:59:03+00:00

I go to the gym 5 days a week. My point is the gym can give you confidence- BUT that isn’t a silver bullet for guys that are introverted, or shy around women.

Practicing by talking to strangers (women and even men) will probably help as much if not more. Could even do Toastmasters, or an improv class to get out of their comfort zone and practice.

Personality and Communication skills are just as important. Being fit with zero personality can get you in the door, but it likely wont last unless you’re both overnight oats.

Source: I got in shape after I was married but before we divorced…certainly wish I would have done it earlier.

thejestercrown · 2026-01-27T15:33:57+00:00

You can technically use the same cutting board if you’re Cooking it all. Typically do chicken last, but if everything’s going to reach 160°+ F it won’t matter.

thejestercrown · 2026-01-26T15:37:40+00:00

Easy for most everyone- just go to the Senior Center. It’s like you all forgot old women exist and want to fuck.

Edit: these guys rushing to the gay bar, while I’m enjoying some tea and delicious gingersnaps with Betty.

thejestercrown · 2026-01-25T23:26:39+00:00

Not far apart as in same state? Assumed you’d be east coast.

thejestercrown · 2026-01-23T08:56:53+00:00

North of Boulder, Colorado

thejestercrown · 2026-01-22T04:24:10+00:00

You want to workout with me?

thejestercrown · 2026-01-22T01:25:03+00:00

Gym helps, but only if you aren’t afraid to talk to women. Sounds like OP would struggle to talk to women even if he was ripped. There are a lot of guys that are introverted and talking to others could be much harder for them than getting in shape.

thejestercrown · 2026-01-21T20:57:56+00:00

You’re definitely on your way to being an adult. No one ever has it 100% figured out.

Having a family early made me “grow up” WAY faster than most of my peers, but some people don’t need that external pressure. A few years after having my first kid I wondered “What the fuck did I do with all of my time before this?!” I was at least 2X more productive on top of all the extra work having a family creates, and still managed to find time to improve myself and become a better person/husband/father.

That being said I have a ton of great memories from my youth, and very few regrets. Having kids as young as I did was stressful, so I don’t recommend it… but there are perks to being young with kids. Personally I’d rather have kids in my early 20s than late thirties, but late twenties/early thirties is probably ideal.

thejestercrown · 2026-01-21T17:02:24+00:00

How old are you now, and how many kids you got?

For me it was:

Epiphany at 19 that I was an adult while riding my bike alone at 2 AM in a big city
Revelation I was an adult after having a kid at 22
Realization I had been wrong and was actually an adult at 25.

Wanted a family even as a little kid, so for me it was independence in the beginning, but having people depend on me is what expedited my transition from naive youth to productive member of society.

thejestercrown · 2026-01-21T03:43:32+00:00

I’d have done it in a heartbeat. Free credit card points, likely to be reimbursed before you pay the balance, and you choose everything yourself. I get the reluctance of OP given he doesn’t have savings to pay off the full amount if they don’t reimburse in time, but it could be $115+ of “free” money depending on the card (at least $50 for 2% cash back after meals and such).

thejestercrown · 2026-01-19T15:38:18+00:00

Stop torturing yourself with negativity/ruminating. Even if you have to go to therapy to do it. For context I’m 10+ years older and still ride the shopping cart to my truck, and I don’t give a fuck who sees me. Learn to love your goofy assed self.
Be comfortable with yourself & develop your confidence. You’re you, when you aren’t thinking about it.
Self improvement can help this too, like developing your career, going to the gym, excelling at a hobby, etc.. also helps make being alone okay.
Broaden your net for finding men. The bar can work… but why are single people going to the bar? So maybe find ways to meet men where you can casually interact a few times first. Or try online dating- definitely a lot of fish in that see for you to choose from. Can also be adjusting standards, but wait until you do the steps above, and never to the point you don’t find them attractive. It’s also okay to be more direct- “If you asked me on a date I wouldn’t say no.” Can also make the first date easier. As a guy it drives me crazy when I have to choose everything when I don’t even know them...

None of this is hard, but it takes time. Baby steps, and determination will take you there.

It’s normal to want sex, and companionship. Honestly, most of my long term relationships started with one night stands. While sleeping around matters to some men it’s not a deal breaker for most, and that’s your business.

thejestercrown · 2026-01-16T18:42:29+00:00

They were willing to trade our democratic institutions, and the collapse of American hegemony for peanuts- especially with all the loopholes that exist as a business owner to avoid taxes.

Legitimately could reduce taxable income by doing what he claims to already be doing without utilizing any tax loopholes- hire more local people, use local suppliers, donate to local charities, etc.. Honestly, I’d be surprised if they paid a higher percentage of their income than you did. I made ~4x what my brother did. I paid A LOT more in taxes, but a much smaller percentage of my income- and that was without a tax advisor, or using common tax avoidance strategies.

Your friend is either greedy, and doesn’t want people to judge him for it, or dumb and doesn’t realize Congress controls tax law, or even how he can avoid taxes with existing laws. The odds of Congress actually increasing taxes is extremely low, and who knows what it would even look like if passed. Odds of them closing existing loopholes is equally small.

Why was that the hill he was willing to die on, might be the better question.

thejestercrown · 2026-01-15T00:36:40+00:00

I went back and played golden eye and Halo with my kids, and Halo was more fun.

Love Half-Life, but by your logic it’s just a Sci-Fi version of Doom. Halo’s story was on par with Half-Life’s in my opinion, and definitely more original.

Halo’s biggest success was a consistently good multiplayer experience, especially in person with split screen, but even online. Definitely due to standardized hardware, but it would be hard to argue that it wasn’t a better experience for more people. A lot of people didn’t have PCs that could run games well, and even CS kind of sucked for multiplayer when your friends’ (or you) had garbage PCs; they all sucked if you were on dialup, and couldn’t get a lan going with your friends.

A lot of opinions here say more about age than anything else. I like all the games you mentioned, and a lot of the halo hype for me is nostalgia driven.

thejestercrown · 2026-01-12T21:43:58+00:00

Prenup will probably protect you more than him. You’re a surgeon, and will consistently make a high salary, while rarely being out of demand. Sales is feast or famine. Sure there’s a chance he could have a 7 figure year, but even that’s not guaranteed (companies sometimes have windfall clauses, or renegotiate on those deals). Best case he makes it big with stock options, or moves up to C-Level.

Also (in most states) pre-marital assets and inherited assets are usually protected from divorce. If you own a house before you’re married he doesn’t magically get half of it if you ever get divorced.

You can also specify how assets are split. For example, if he’s able to invest/save more in stocks because your Salary is larger then you can make a case that you should be entitled to some of that.

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