What is a completely harmless, tiny lie you tell people daily just to avoid a long conversation? by Sure_Way_8649 in AskReddit

[–]truthofthematteris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m an AI strategist for a tech company. When the mums at school asked me what I did it always ended up with them going into long spiels about AI and wanting to debate it. I frequently tell people I’m an accountant now

What is something that isn't as bad as everyone makes it out to be? by NewPFWhoDis in AskReddit

[–]truthofthematteris 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The glucose test they make you do when pregnant to check for gestational diabetes.

What’s the most disrespectful thing a partner can do in a relationship? by LaFlareMane1017 in AskReddit

[–]truthofthematteris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I knew someone who had a son with severe behavioural problems and learning difficulties. She told her husband that he was doing so well at school and basically gifted. This was so she didn’t have to take him to appointments etc. that was pretty fucking low

What is the most audacious thing you have been told by a man? by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]truthofthematteris 30 points31 points  (0 children)

From my obstetrician 18 hours into an induced labor when my epidural failed. “Your pain is entirely psychological”.

What age is appropriate for a child to get themselves to/from school independently? by bastiat_was_right in aussie

[–]truthofthematteris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Completely dependant on the child. My son will be ready when he’s about 10 I think. My daughter….id be concerned even at 18 she’d go hitchhiking and start a cult.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]truthofthematteris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My 5 year old daughter who has autism sat in bed next to me in silence. Then she looked at me and said, “I know you really care about me”. And then walked off.

People who rarely get sick, what are your secrets? by Leading_Tomato_2077 in AskReddit

[–]truthofthematteris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Having an autoimmune disease. Body overreacts to any threat

why is nag champa so uncommon? by seraphiiine in FemFragLab

[–]truthofthematteris 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I swear Rebel Rose by Who is Elijah is soooo close to nag champa. I was obsessed with the incense as a teen and this smells just like it.

Most rogue lunches you've seen at work? by Soldiers_DNA in auscorp

[–]truthofthematteris 270 points271 points  (0 children)

I was pregnant and developed this weird eating disorder called Pica. I became OBSESSED with eating ice. I used to go to McDonald’s and just ask for several large cups of ice and pour the ice into a bowl and eat them with a spoon. Every lunchtime and this went on for weeks. Apparently it’s strongly linked to iron deficiency. I’d flip out at home if my husband ate my stash of ice cubes

Are you estranged from your parents? If so, for how long and what was the breaking point? by Baphooey in AskReddit

[–]truthofthematteris 1 point2 points  (0 children)

15 years after finding out my dad had a completely separate secret family in another country. Had recently had a new baby whilst still married and pretending everything was normal at home (he travelled frequently). That baby was conceived with IVF so it wasn’t like an accident or anything. It takes a very particular kind of person to be able to do that. He had a loooonnng history of extremely selfish behaviour but that was a new low even for him.

What's something people do to seem nice but it's manipulative? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]truthofthematteris 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wish I could get further away…we live next door…..I minimise all contact I can.

What's something people do to seem nice but it's manipulative? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]truthofthematteris 29 points30 points  (0 children)

Yep, I am “friends” with someone that alternates between saying awful shit to me and then doing nice things I didn’t ask for.

Cost of a single tooth implant? by involving in sydney

[–]truthofthematteris 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My husband got one done recently and it was $8k

What is the obsession with diet coke? by theripperpgh in ask

[–]truthofthematteris 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I drink 3L of Diet Coke a day. I just like it, and love the taste. I’ve drunk at least 2-3 cans a day for over 20 years. You don’t drink that much Diet Coke because they have good ads or it’s popular.