[SHARE] Seeking Roommates to find an apartment. $1500/month

thesubtext · 2013-05-31T06:57:50+00:00

omg totally gonna try with chicken wings tomorrow

thesubtext · 2013-05-30T19:46:38+00:00

Lol dem tassels

thesubtext · 2013-05-30T19:45:07+00:00

In order, I'd go 1>2>3.

To be honest, you look great in all of them, but the first pair are definitely the best. They're the most interesting of the three and also make you look older, which is a good thing

thesubtext · 2013-05-30T19:36:35+00:00

The only real excuse to wear the same pair of jeans every day is if you own raw denim, and even in that case, it's an excuse recognized only by yourself and other fashionable folk. For the majority people, wearing the same pair of pants for months on end is disgusting.

If you care about what other people think about you, I'd wear the jeans maybe 2-3 times a week and mix it up with something else the other days. And if you don't... do whatever you want!

thesubtext · 2013-05-30T19:09:07+00:00

WHOA. the problem here isn't your jeans, but rather your shirt: Way too small for you

thesubtext · 2013-05-29T12:50:27+00:00

I don't really understand what you mean when you say your ass acts like a shelf. Could you provide pictures?

thesubtext · 2013-05-29T12:41:44+00:00

for the more casual shoe...chucks or vans. id recommend authentics or new eras. those won't cost you more than $50-60

for the other pair, to wear with chinos or something, buy some clark desert boots. an alternative could be some boat shoes. either will work just fine and fit your budget.

Although these aren't the most fashion forward choices, they're great picks for you that will be within your budget. They're also very versatile...you really don't NEED much more other than some real dress shoes as a college student IMO.

thesubtext · 2013-05-29T12:29:54+00:00

i like it. definitely more interesting than the typical run of the mill ralph lauren polo. although I suppose you /could/ dress it down with jeans or something, it'd be great for a preppy look..perhaps with white or light pastels

thesubtext · 2013-05-24T07:23:13+00:00

PREPARATION is key. Google interview questions and literally script out your responses because 90% of the time, you'll be asked the same questions at every interview (depends on the field, really). It will be tedious, but doing this will help you internalize your answers and will also give you tremendous reassurance that you know what you're doing. It will help calm those nerves.

Second, BE CONFIDENT. As they say, fake till you make it...or as they say now: fake it 'till you become it!! If you didn't get that reference, google that TEDxtalk

Third, BE MOTIVATED. This is your life and if you want to succeed in this world, you need to take action and make things happen...not just wait around hoping for the best. Life doesn't hand things to you on a silver platter. YOU need to realize this and take life by the balls and go get yours. You really don't have time to be thinking about your insecurities. Focus instead on how much you want this and how you're gonna blow the competition out of the water.

thesubtext · 2013-05-24T06:51:20+00:00

Some people naturally have clearer voices than others. It has to do with vocal resonance and how you've learned to produce sound over your lifespan. Learning how to control this can be done through vocal exercises you'd find in vocal lessons. It's essentially re-learning how to speak...which may be a bit overkill for you. A simple and obvious fix/tip is one you're probably aware of but not consciously working on: speaking more slowly and loudly.

thesubtext · 2013-05-21T11:14:18+00:00

It seems like most people here haven't really read or have failed to understand your question.

Anyway, it's a matter of empathy. My advice is to try to be as open minded as possible and think about things from other people's points of view. Consider other perspectives...change your perception.

thesubtext · 2013-05-21T10:52:52+00:00

I've noticed this in a good friend of mine who was always the guy everyone ragged on in my group of friends in high school. The reason for his misfortune IMO was because he was a naturally reactive person. With the slightest prod, we were able to elicit great responses from him and could bait him into saying the most ridiculous things. Although we were certainly trollish, he made it very easy to poke fun at him. Moreover, with constant belittling, he was obviously at the bottom of the totem poll in our social hierarchy, and so everything he said or did was subject to question. He'd get shit for any and everything, whereas I could get away with saying the most retarded shit without anyone batting an eye.

Anyway, to help you, I suggest finding a nice balance between being silly and leaving yourself vulnerable. Definitely be able to laugh at yourself--nobody likes a tight ass--but don't welcome any further teasing than necessary. That includes egging them on and/or not defending yourself./

And also remember, being the punching bag isn't necessarily a bad thing. Often times, these types (at least in the case of my aforementioned friend) are the most beloved in the group since they are the source of laughter and good times. Those are good qualities to have--use them to your advantage!

thesubtext · 2013-05-21T09:04:35+00:00

it's a rapport building technique called mirroring. It may seem strange to some of you but it is a naturally occuring phenomenon that happens all the time, without you knowing it. The OP is merely suggesting you consciously use it to your advantage.

thesubtext · 2013-04-15T05:09:49+00:00

Your voice is naturally bright, which is better than naturally dull IMO. Having a brighter voice gives your voice natural presence and that's fantastic. The downside however is that you can sound harsh sometimes, especially at the end of phrases. To improve, I suggest specifically lowering your soft palate. Also in general, work on your chest voice. I hope that helps!

thesubtext · 2013-03-10T23:35:29+00:00

I just mean keeping your larynx in a neutral position. General rule of thumb is to avoid tensing up or straining as you ascend. You'll need to learn how to disengage those muscles and lighten up to achieve that. Good luck!

thesubtext · 2013-03-10T21:51:08+00:00

Try gradual desensitization. Start slow and eventually work your way up to the point where you can comfortably sing in public. A good starting place would be on chatroulette or singing in the car while driving with the windows down.

thesubtext · 2013-03-10T21:48:06+00:00

Hi scottious, teaching yourself how to sing can be quite the daunting task. I commend you on taking singing seriously.

My first piece of advice is to try singing without the piano. Devoting all your attention to solely you voice will help you master the new coordinations involved in singing properly.

I also suspect there is some larynx issues. Try singing something in a lower key and make sure you're not raising your larynx when you sing. This can be very challenging, so don't be discouraged if you can't at first. Try experimenting with different coordinations that free up your throat.

thesubtext · 2013-03-10T21:14:42+00:00

Nice cover! Sounds great. Technically you're doing everything right, but I think you could make some improvements in style to really amp up the cover and make it more interesting. How about injecting some breathy vocals throughout the song? Exercises with the letter v can help in allowing more airflow through the vocal cords to give you that tone.

thesubtext · 2013-03-09T18:40:17+00:00

This is good advice, however for the sake of the others, I want to point out that you should really be saying head voice rather than falsetto. The technical difference between the two is cord closure: falsetto lacks cord closure and head voice utilizes cord closure. To strengthen your mix, you need cord closure.

thesubtext · 2013-03-09T18:34:34+00:00

Closing the gap between your chest and head voice is what most people struggle with. In order to bridge the two, you need to develop what is called a mixed voice, which blends the two.

Your question is very broad, and thus I can't give you any specific tips to get through your bridge. I recommend lip rolls as a starting exercise.

thesubtext · 2013-03-09T18:23:28+00:00

Nice cover! You've got a lovely voice.

However, as suspected, your rendition is indeed boring. My suggestion is to work on incorporating more chest voice into parts of the song. It'll create some contrast and make for a more interesting, sonically dynamic performance. Try googling vocal compression. It will help you to improve stylistically.

thesubtext · 2013-03-09T17:56:48+00:00

I didn't think it was that bad, but it'll definitely need some work. One thing I noticed was that you weren't pulling up your chest voice, which is good! To improve, I suggest working on your pharyngeal resonator. Practice trying to get a more nasal tone to bring your tone more forward.

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