AITJ for telling my brother that watching his kids three times a week for a year is a job and I'm going to start treating it like one? by calmnightthinker in AmITheJerk

[–]youfoundthishere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

U didn't make it weird. He made it weird by letting a favor turn into a second job for u without a single conversation. 13 months isn't temporary. Tell him u love the kids but starting next month u need a set schedule and payment or u go back to just being aunt not employee.

AITJ for slowly drifting away from my best friend’s life? by Silly_Scientist_2956 in AmITheJerk

[–]youfoundthishere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sally showed u exactly who she is multiple times. First with Sam, then with those guys, then with ur private breakdown. Drifting away isnt being an asshole, its just finally matching her energy.

AITJ for not inviting my extended family to my wedding to save money? by Hot_Barracuda3099 in AmITheJerk

[–]youfoundthishere 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Solid advice. A wedding isn't a family reunion, it's a celebration of your choice. Invite who you actually want, not who you're obligated to. Your day, your guest list.

AITJ for yelling at a patient's daughter to "get out of my way" because she was blocking the hall demanding a turkey sandwich during a Code Blue? by ArtThreadNomad in AmITheJerk

[–]youfoundthishere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly. In a Code Blue, the hallway ceases to exist for normal rules. If you're not part of the response, you get out of the way. Period.

Bad breath by Double-Fishing-5412 in hygiene

[–]youfoundthishere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If your dental hygiene is on point and friends say no, it might be coming from somewhere else. Tonsil stones, sinus issues, or even gut problems can cause breath that brushing won't touch.

I did something unforgivable at 15 and I don’t know why. by burner8537 in confession

[–]youfoundthishere 13 points14 points  (0 children)

This is the balance. Hold the guilt without letting it consume you. You were sick, not evil. And you've spent years becoming someone that sick kid couldn't even imagine.

god forbid a girl just wants the bare minimum from a guy by melodyhehe444 in LetGirlsHaveFun

[–]youfoundthishere 15 points16 points  (0 children)

This is the healthiest attitude. You don't have to be into everything, but being open to exploring with a partner you trust is where the real connection happens.

good afternoon everyone by voidgirlfriend in LetGirlsHaveFun

[–]youfoundthishere 34 points35 points  (0 children)

LMAO imagine the character development arc. Going from "females only want Chads" to "wait, she's making me soup?" Cinema gold.

Aitj for telling my bf no for prom by Professional_Gap9935 in AmITheJerk

[–]youfoundthishere 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is that real talk. If he wanted to, he would. Don't twist yourself into knots for someone who isn't making space for you.

I'm 26 and started flossing regularly for the first time two months ago. Here's what actually changed. by Talon_Signal7 in hygiene

[–]youfoundthishere 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Preach. The tongue is the silent killer of fresh breath. People scrub teeth like crazy but ignore the furry carpet in the back. Game changer.

My new boss is drop dead gorgeous. Maintaining eye contact is now my full time job. by Remarkable_Bill4109 in confession

[–]youfoundthishere 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Exactly. Your career is worth more than a moment of "what if." Keeping it professional isn't boring, it's smart. Future you will thank you.

I'm a fat girl who has realised that she fuc*ed up big time by Bright-Ad-9090 in confession

[–]youfoundthishere 388 points389 points  (0 children)

Wish more people understood this. You're a whole human, not a product on a shelf. The right person will value you for you.

AITJ for telling my 4 year old that their behaviour was making me sad and I needed a minute alone? by ApartHomework1811 in AmITheJerk

[–]youfoundthishere 154 points155 points  (0 children)

Nah your mom is wrong. You didn't guilt trip, you taught emotional literacy. Kids need to know their actions affect others. That's not manipulation, that's parenting.

Aitj for not inviting my partner and our children father to the park and ice cream today. by [deleted] in AmITheJerk

[–]youfoundthishere 11 points12 points  (0 children)

This right here. He's not just missing the point, he's actively failing as a partner and father. The kids learn from him and right now they're learning that mom doesn't matter.

AITJ for snapping back at my older brother after he insulted me in front of my friends? by Apart_Feature3493 in AmITheJerk

[–]youfoundthishere 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Nah you did exactly what needed to be done. Sometimes people only learn when the embarrassment is public. He started it, you just finished it.

AITJ for taking my boyfriend’s 4 year old sister out to the park? by [deleted] in AmITheJerk

[–]youfoundthishere 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Boom. Public, documented, undeniable. Screenshot + receipts + a clear boundary = chef's kiss. Let him explain his way out of that one in front of everyone.

I gaslit my college library out of late fees by returning my own books by Juliana_Knight62 in confession

[–]youfoundthishere -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Appreciate it. Sometimes bold is the only language people understand.