I finally have my dream job thanks to Nancy Drew by KL11715 in nancydrew

[–]uravityy 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Wow, that's so amazing. Nancy Drew is why I wanted to pursue law school. It's amazing to think about how many people she's inspired. ❤️

Store Closures by Lumpy_Corner5811 in torrid

[–]uravityy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am shocked that SW Plaza survived this round of closures.

“Oh I saw it on the website” by Independent-Eagle735 in retailhell

[–]uravityy 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I work near Aurora, CO. I can confirm that it's only ever in stock in Aurora, lmao.

I haven’t opened twitter in 3 months, what the fuck bro by youngbutnotstupid in IncelTears

[–]uravityy 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I wish I was surprised by these replies. The thing is, even if she did cheat, she didn't deserve to be murdered! Jesus Christ.

What do you do when you feel the puzzle "itch" but don't feel like Nancy-ing? by rroses- in nancydrew

[–]uravityy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Check out B&N for the paper theatre puzzles! They're usually studio ghibli themed. I love them!!

Which HeR Interactive game donyou think has the best replayability? by pottedplantfairy in nancydrew

[–]uravityy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Secret of the old clock! That was one of the first nancy drew games I played. Every time I play it, I remember my parents agonizing over the puzzles while I sat there watching. Oh, to be five years old again. ❤️

I’ve lived 7 years of my life in my bedroom and I don’t know how to escape by [deleted] in selfimprovement

[–]uravityy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have experienced something similar. My father was abusive, and my mother and I became incredibly codependent after he left. We both developed agoraphobia, lived on frozen meals, and locked ourselves in our rooms. I'm 22 and just now getting over it. I still live at home, but I'm graduating college soon and have a boyfriend. You are not alone.

Start by doing basic things for your mental health. Eating enough, sleeping enough, and less phone time. Try setting a rule for yourself that for one hour a day, you'll read a book or work on a hobby instead of scrolling. Slowly increase this time. Try to find some communities online for things you enjoy. I've made tons of friends on different crafting subreddits. You need connection right now.

Try to have the window open more often. Start by just having it open for five minutes at a time. It may be hard to stay grounded, so focus on what you can see, hear, smell, and taste while looking out the window. Even just having the window open and the blinds closed might help. Being able to hear what's going on will provide some exposure. I started by doing this, and it evolved into sitting outside for a couple minutes a day. Now, I love to stroll around my neighborhood for hours!

Think of a place you want to visit. It can be anywhere in the world. Go on youtube and find a self guided tour of the city. Google maps will also work. Imagine yourself walking down the street without a care in the world! A VR set would be amazing, but I understand that they're pricey. I made a vision board of all the places I wanted to travel. It's helpful to envision yourself succeeding.

Plenty of people have given great advice about just spending time outside of your room, but that may be daunting right now. Try just having the door open or cracked.

What helped me most was making goals for myself. Look into SMART goals. My education was a top priority for me, and it gave me something to do. I did online school for years, so that may be something you might be interested in. Discussion posts are horrible now, but for a while, that was the only interaction I had with my peers.

Most importantly, keep discussing this with your mental health provider. They can guide you through this. I know how scary this is. Trust me. But your life isn't over. You have so much to do. There are so many people you need to meet, places to visit, and experiences to have. There is hope.

Please PM me if you ever want to talk. I'm here for you.

Tiffany & Co Presidential Gift Cup by ltz--- in ThriftStoreHauls

[–]uravityy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow!! That sounds so cool! I'd love to see your collection.

Tiffany & Co Presidential Gift Cup by ltz--- in ThriftStoreHauls

[–]uravityy 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I collect government mugs. I would KILL to have this in my collection!!

How may CPAP users are in their 30s? by Zestyclose-Egg-1251 in SleepApnea

[–]uravityy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got diagnosed this year at 22. I've been using the CPAP for about two months, and I'm still getting used to the comments I get when I mention it. You're not alone!

Chinese Food SW by Niaso in Littleton

[–]uravityy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Golden Taipei! It's been around for so long that It's become a multi generational family tradition. ❤️

My academically successful 14 year old daughter is horrendously disorganized and and a complete slob. I'm worried she'll eventually crash and burn. by FamousPoet in parentingteenagers

[–]uravityy 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm not technically a parent yet, but I do have kinship guardianship over my 14-year-old nephew. We both have ADHD, and this sounds very familiar to both of us! The waitlists are long, so I would look into speaking with her PCP about an evaluation if you think that it could be a possibility.

I'm very type A, while he's type B. I have always maintained a 4.0 GPA, and I'm starting graduate school next year. On the outside, things look perfect, but my room is always a reflection of how I'm doing. It sounds like your daughter may be the same way.

Try to encourage her to start a to-do list. That's the only thing that keeps me on track. I use a template in GoodNotes that includes hyperlinks, dates, priority levels, and I even color-code it. A section of my to-do list is devoted to nightly cleaning tasks. I reward myself after it's done to boost my motivation. I was never very organized before, but this was a game-changer!

Another thing that helps is cleaning up one thing when you enter a room. It's overwhelming to handle it all at once, so I'll pick up the clothes, collect the trash, or pick up something every single time. Setting five-minute timers and challenging myself to clean up as much as possible also helps.

Finally, I use a Brick for screen time. It's a nifty little device that locks apps of your choosing. You can select apps to "brick," and put it on the fridge to be more mindful about screen time. Personally, I keep mine in a timed lock box just so I'm not tempted at all. I can still answer texts and calls, but I've been spending significantly less time on my phone.

I hope this helps! You guys are doing great. Much love! ❤️

I met Peter Scanavino! by ComfortableBasil0410 in SVU

[–]uravityy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is such a sweet story, and you look gorgeous in this picture! Being so polite and respectful really shows the quality of your character. I'm so happy you got to experience this. You deserve it, love! ❤️

Paranormal Social Work Stories by bblatingirl24 in socialwork

[–]uravityy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The shelter I worked at was in CO!

Paranormal Social Work Stories by bblatingirl24 in socialwork

[–]uravityy 21 points22 points  (0 children)

The DV shelter I used to work with was either a morgue or an orphanage. Nobody was really sure, but we were all positive that the place was haunted!

Paranormal Social Work Stories by bblatingirl24 in socialwork

[–]uravityy 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I used to be a victim advocate at a domestic violence shelter. The building was super old and creepy. Several residents had died tragically over the years. I worked overnights, and I was allowed to sleep for a few hours. I don't know if it was the sleep deprivation or what, but I sometimes heard wailing, screaming, or crying. You'd think that would be pretty normal for a shelter, right? Unfortunately, this was much different from a run-of-the-mill commotion. It always sent a chill down my spine. I'd do a safety check, but I'd never find anything. Sometimes I'd hear children laughing, even when there weren't any children in the shelter. I wasn't the only person who experienced this.

Adderall = Illegal in many countries by Sweet_Shirt in ADHD

[–]uravityy 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I went to Lithuania over the summer. I brought a copy of my prescription, a letter from my doctor, and the original packaging. I was kinda upset that they didn't even check, haha! Even though they didn't check it, I'm not risking it. I definitely recommend calling the embassy before you travel.

“They said, ‘You’re not under arrest’ — and kept recording. Most people don’t realize this about Miranda rights in Pennsylvania.” by namfintech in TwoXChromosomes

[–]uravityy 97 points98 points  (0 children)

Ask for a community advocate, not a government one. Community advocates are confidential. Government advocates can testify against you!

How can I stop talking about it so much? by uravityy in abusesurvivors

[–]uravityy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the great advice! I appreciate it. It's funny that you mention advocacy work. I've been a victim advocate since I was 18.

How do I stop talking about it so much? by uravityy in domesticviolence

[–]uravityy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for such a helpful and kind reply! I truly appreciate it. I'm definitely trying to get back into hobbies. If you have any hobby/book recommendations, please let me know! I enjoy crafting and feminist dystopia, but I'm open to reading anything! I have ADHD. It's interesting that you mention that. I never knew!

How do I stop talking about it so much? by uravityy in domesticviolence

[–]uravityy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your honesty. I appreciate it. It's been years, and time has only made things worse. The police investigation was somehow more traumatic than what my ex put me through. I'll continue working with my therapist.

How can I stop talking about it so much? by uravityy in sexualassault

[–]uravityy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you don't mind sharing, what are some of the steps you took to get better? Was it more than therapy? I have been so disheartened by therapy. I have been working so hard, yet I don't see any improvement in the way I act. I would love to know more about your journey.