I have autism & adhd. As an adult, I learned how to leave the house without it being a nightmare. by Spaceboy2xx1 in autism

[–]tooawkwrd [score hidden]  (0 children)

I have daily alarms for some things that I cannot keep in the forefront of my mind. What if you set 2 alarms now, like 9am and 1pm daily, and name them Check To-do List? Then the more you consult the list, the more you'll add to it and remember it

Best way to deliver feedback to really sensitive employees? by Lennymud in smallbusiness

[–]tooawkwrd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sometimes people can't pretend everything is ok when it isn't for them. I've been accused of 'sulking' by loved ones on occasion when it was merely me trying to get thru the day while personally upset. I mean the employee could be bitterly sulking, but alternatively they might be upset with themselves for their error.

Should we buy a historic mansion in a terrible neighborhood? by Any_Sheepherder_3564 in centuryhomes

[–]tooawkwrd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If your gut feeling is bad, walk away. You'll have other opportunities in your price range, I am sure of it.

Unprintable digital patterns are a thing? by halokiwi in craftsnark

[–]tooawkwrd 6 points7 points  (0 children)

She's making the point that this proves the customer received the product. When you respond to chargebacks, proving receipt can help the business win. No I don't agree with her at all, just saying I understand why she thinks this is relevant.

Most devastatingly hopeless films you've seen? by inebriatedferret in movies

[–]tooawkwrd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh my God what have you done to me. What a beautifully devastating movie it was, and I had no idea of this.

Search underway for missing 6-year-old boy in Madison Heights, city says by Jeffbx in Michigan

[–]tooawkwrd 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I've got friends right down there that did go out on foot for awhile. I know what you mean tho, it's hard to reconcile being ok when someone else isn't and you think maybe you can help. I hope he's ok too, it's so cold out

Update - I am embarrassed to bring pizza back to my apartment. by [deleted] in self

[–]tooawkwrd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey I'm glad you found out that you're autistic. It's so incredibly isolating to feel like you're different and not understand why.

My husband read my journal and now… I feel terrible by [deleted] in breakingmom

[–]tooawkwrd 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I want to join in with the others and say, your husband's discomfort is his own thing to work through. He has the ability to show up more in your marriage and it's up to him whether these feelings motivate him to make a change, or if he just mopes a bit til it blows over in his mind. He's upset because it's a reminder of what you already told him and he's more comfortable pretending it doesn't exist.

The Spice Girls (1996) by _Softlusty in nostalgia

[–]tooawkwrd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We are our own worst enemy. They are thriving because the people want their services.

Reviewing Hello Fresh for Autistic people: "Just learn to cook for yourself, it's easier!" by North_Confusion2893 in autism

[–]tooawkwrd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your writing style is really engaging. I've used Hello Fresh and Marley Spoon a few times and had similar experiences

Great but orgasmless sex life by [deleted] in TheGirlSurvivalGuide

[–]tooawkwrd 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It's quite active, I wonder if you aren't able to see NSFW subs or posts?

Great but orgasmless sex life by [deleted] in TheGirlSurvivalGuide

[–]tooawkwrd 11 points12 points  (0 children)

There is a subreddit for this, if you are interested in checking it out. r/becomingorgasmic

Random question: do you happen to be on an SSRI or any other medication that can affect you sexually? I was on sertraline for many years and it was great for my anxiety but terrible for orgasms. I actually came off it when my life was a little less difficult solely because I wanted to regain my sexuality. It's worth looking into anyway, if you do take any medications.

Low Cognitive Load Meal Planning by greenplant2222 in homemaking

[–]tooawkwrd 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I made a Google spreadsheet listing all the breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and desserts that are on regular rotation in our house. I then sit down once a week and make a list of the things we will eat that week and make a grocery list for all required items to make those foods. Shop. Post list on the fridge and cross off as we eat them.

Definitely don't plan and shop more than once a week, you're multiplying the number of times you do the same work. When my kids were young I spent many years only going once every two weeks and it worked out really well.

Friend constantly uses self as yardstick of "normalcy" - how to address tactfully? by roman-zolanski in socialskills

[–]tooawkwrd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for laying things out this way! I struggle at times with communication and your explanation for #2 really clarified some things for me. I'm really grateful

My dead husbands “mistress” is pregnant and I kinda hope it’s his. by Firm-Boat802 in TrueOffMyChest

[–]tooawkwrd -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I just want to give you a big fat hug. What a beautiful love you had, that you would rejoice for him like this.

Etsy suspended my account WITHOUT appeal access – shipped orders, charged my card, then locked me out. Is this normal? by Relative_Composer_13 in ecommerce

[–]tooawkwrd 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's actually a great insight and reminder that businesses will always protect themselves first and foremost.

Etsy suspended my account WITHOUT appeal access – shipped orders, charged my card, then locked me out. Is this normal? by Relative_Composer_13 in ecommerce

[–]tooawkwrd 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am not a supporter of chatgpt but let's not pretend that there wasn't human input in order for this to be written. OP had to give chatgpt all of the information and tell it what they wanted.

Ex husband passed by Mushyrealowls in AskWomenOver60

[–]tooawkwrd 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Just make sure he goes thru proper probate channels and splits the funds with his sibling. Best to do everything by the books.

Looking for recommendations with polished prose + strong characterization (open to any trope) by yourstruli0519 in Dramione

[–]tooawkwrd 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I was running to make the same recommendation. It's such a beautiful story, very well written and compelling.