Posts by Austin Murphy5

My absolute favorite way to unwind and a career path that—honestly—usually misses the mark😢

And there you have it—that’s exactly what I mean.

It’s like this: the band members actually love EKV.
The whole name was essentially a response to some graffiti in Belgrade that claimed "Margita is a bitch," which prompted fans to fire back with that rest in peace to the departed sentiment—and then there was that massive second piece of graffiti stating "Margita is dead."
So, really, it was all about the counter-reaction—not an attempt to insult Magi at all.

These guys clearly adopted the name later on, but certainly not to be disrespectful.
If they had actually intended to be offensive, I’m sure they would have come up with something far more cutting than just stating the obvious. 🙄

That is exactly why I suggested he just Google it.
But hey, he doesn't have to do anything; he can just stay stubborn.

Raymond Palmer8 said:If they actually mean Maggie—then the name isn't shocking, it's just plain moronic... and honestly, what they're playing can't be called music by any standard whatsoever. Well, there you have it—the threadstarter gives them a thumbs up. It basically means—no matter how poorly someone puts something together, they'll find an audience somewhere.

I clicked the link, and now they have one more click than me... my click. This is going to haunt me...

There are plenty of moralizing subforums floating around, so feel free to head over there instead.
Besides, the band's name isn't some "Thank God Margaret is dead, we're thrilled about it" statement—do yourself a favor and Google the reasoning behind their name before you start venting aimlessly again.
Sure, the name is shocking; it’s just as shocking as much of what Lady Gaga does, and it was certainly shocking how much Maggie used to do (let's be honest here), so I don't care—she was dear to me, and so was The Cure.
Why are you getting so worked up for no reason? If you don't like them, don't listen to them. And by all means, go make a confession about that extra click 🙄

frozenranger52 said:Grab that "Electric Post Yu Negligence" compilation; it has other similar bands on it, and it includes one track titled "Margaret is Dead."

Well, thanks.

rowdymason5 said:It's not bad; I've been really into electro lately. 😁
Though, I can't stop imagining potential remixes of their tracks that could be absolute masterpieces, but for just chilling out in the afternoon, this would be perfect.👍

I've listened to some other stuff now, and it isn't quite as good as this... This one feels like a true Kraftwerk-style masterpiece to me.🙂

An American electro group. 👍

To be honest—I haven't heard a peep about them for at least a month or two.
I've been trying to find a way to download their tracks, but I'm coming up empty—so if anyone happens to have a working link...

Here is the clip from YouTube:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwVl31Un0ys

darkfox14 said:I’m basically a total science novice here—what do you all think about me trying to snag a ticket using my grad student ID? It looks pretty much identical to the standard one; the website just lists "graduate studies" in lowercase instead of all caps.

Don't even think about it! 🙂

OT — Honestly, I don't think anyone would even notice—if it were me, I’d probably give it a shot.

From what I understand—and please take this with a grain of salt—if your goal is to tackle leg fat (and let’s be clear, you want to lose the fat, not the muscle!), then cardio is your best friend for burning calories, whereas anaerobic training is what actually builds that lean muscle definition. After a workout, you really ought to aim for a protein-rich snack—nothing massive, just something light like some grilled chicken, fish, or maybe some low-fat cottage cheese—since protein is the fundamental building block for muscle repair. Now, here is the thing: if you are naturally bottom-heavy (I know I am—I have almost zero muscle in my upper body, but my legs and glutes are incredibly sturdy), then you might have to accept that "skinny" legs aren't really in the cards. If you do manage to slim them down significantly, you're likely losing muscle mass, which is something you definitely want to avoid because rebuilding it later is such a chore. Your real target should be reducing the fat percentage in your legs instead. And honestly, who is going to complain about strong legs? As long as they aren't bulky, but just toned and powerful? Just look at professional volleyball players or even elite dancers—they have incredible lower bodies. Personally, I think that look is fantastic.

Just keep in mind that I am just a casual gym-goer, so everything I am saying is strictly based on my own perspective. Please don't take my word as absolute gospel—I really hope someone with much more professional experience jumps in to reply to you as well! 😉

Best of luck!

My eccentric mother read somewhere that playing Mozart during pregnancy helps develop an unborn baby's sense of hearing—not just the physical ability to hear, mind you, but that intuitive musicality. Personally, I play four different instruments now, haha! Though, if I’m being honest, I suspect that’s more a result of having two incredibly talented parents rather than whatever playlist was blasting in the womb 😁
. Similarly, I’d argue that psychopaths simply listen to whatever they feel like—or perhaps whatever a director decides fits their vibe—rather than it being some deep psychological compulsion. 🙂 There are plenty of other characters in movies or TV shows who enjoy classical music without being psychopaths; take House, for example. Actually, okay, maybe he isn't the best example of a non-psychopath... 😁

I have a few "questions"—or things along those lines—that I’m sure have already popped up on this forum before since they aren't anything out of the ordinary, but I just can't seem to find them anywhere.

My last period was back in April, and since they’ve never been particularly regular, I wasn't overly concerned when I missed it, right up until June. I haven't had sex in about a year, so there wasn't any worry there. Then my finals rolled around and I missed all of July, though I basically self-diagnosed that as just being stressed out. After that, I spent the summer traveling, which I figured was just due to all the constant moving around—and honestly, it worked out perfectly since I got to swim all through July! 👏 Once I got back to New York City sometime in September, I started getting a little worried because, even for me, a five-month gap is unprecedented. Now, here's the thing: trying to find a decent gynecologist in New York City is an absolute nightmare—it's like searching for a needle in a haystack. And every time I think I've found someone, I inevitably run into some bad reviews online (I know, it sounds silly), and then I lose my nerve and don't go. It’s a bit like the whole Yasmin situation—I actually got into a heated argument about being pushed toward the pill, which I shouldn't even be taking given my genetic predispositions anyway.
So, I haven't actually made it to a doctor yet, but I’ve done a massive amount of Googling regarding what might be going on, and for the most part, I don't show any symptoms for the usual suspects: PCOS—I'm not acne-prone, I haven't had any sudden weight changes, I'm not in pain, and I'm not losing hair... nothing at all. I'm not saying it isn't something, but I just don't have the other indicators. Early menopause? Based on everything else, that doesn't seem likely either.
Anyway, I finally got my period back a couple of days ago, so I am definitely going to see a doctor now; at least I won't be terrified that they're going to lecture me about why I waited this long—even though they'd be totally justified in doing so. I'm just curious about a few things:

-Do I have the right to insist on a million different tests before anyone tries to put me on the pill?
-What do you all ultimately think is going on with me?? I realize it's pretty ridiculous to ask something like this on a forum, but I honestly have no clue what the hell is happening...😕

steelsurfer42 said:When I first heard that, I honestly can't remember if my first instinct was just to run away or if I actually bolted. 😲
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Oh, absolutely!!! Good grief, I think I actually believed—well, up until about fifth grade—that everything was broken, including the one device I used to film myself, just because I sounded so incredibly weird! Talk about a nightmare...

mistymarlin6 said:I actually have another question for you all—has anyone else noticed this? Why is it that when I put my earbuds directly into my mouth, the music doesn't sound any different at all? I’m being quite literal here—I just popped an earbud in my mouth a moment ago, and the audio sounds perfectly normal. It’s a bit of a strange sensation, really, but the acoustic quality remains completely unchanged.😕

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Person! 😁

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Honestly, I still have these moments of total disbelief whenever someone tells me I have a nice voice—mostly because when I actually hear a recording of myself... 😱 I really hope it’s just a matter of getting used to my own tone rather than people simply being polite; I mean, it isn't like I'm actively soliciting their opinions just to force them into a lie, 😁
Anyway, if I sound different to everyone else, I suppose there isn't much I can do about it since that's just how I sound 😁

Why does this feel so incredibly bizarre???
At least for me—and honestly, everyone I’ve ever asked—the consensus is that it feels totally off, if not downright unsettling. Personally... I wouldn't go so far as to say it's revolting—my mother, for instance, can't even stand the thought of hearing a recording because she claims her own voice sounds completely different from how she hears herself internally—but it certainly isn't pleasant. It's not that what I hear is "ugly," per se, but it just doesn't feel like *me*.

What is the actual reason for this? Is it simply because we experience our own voices through internal conduction when we aren't listening to a playback, or is there something else at play...?

feralhound55 said:I’m honestly jealous—clearly I’m not on your intellectual level... He definitely didn't think to grab a coffee... what a stroke of genius! Who could have possibly thought of that? Certainly not me, the "dumb" one.

Cause leads to effect, then everything just loops back around. A perfect little cycle.

Now, look, obviously there’s a cause and then an effect, but it feels a bit off to jump straight to a diagnosis claiming someone can't sleep simply because they hate themselves. I don't know—if I went to a doctor complaining about insomnia and feeling miserable, only to be indirectly blamed for my own sleeplessness due to "low self-esteem," I think I’d actually start believing I was doomed to never get a good night's rest. 😁 In any case, my philosophy is that you should always try to address issues locally first—fix what's right in front of you—and if that doesn't work, then you start digging deeper. You shouldn't assume every single issue is rooted in psychology from the very start.

And if I’m being a total idiot for thinking I’m "a little less smart"—well, I suppose I am. My bad. 🙏

Well, coffee could definitely be a major culprit behind your insomnia—it really could. Maybe try switching over to decaf for a bit? It might just throw your system a little curveball without actually pumping you full of caffeine that keeps you wired all night...
I mean, I don't know—it just crossed my mind, though I haven't actually tried it myself yet...

Personally, I’ve dealt with some pretty terrible sleep issues myself—and I mean truly awful, long-term struggles—though it was rare that I went an entire night without any rest at all. Usually, if I couldn't sleep through the night, I’d try to squeeze in an hour or two during the day; admittedly, that isn't nearly enough, but it's better than nothing. I honestly can't imagine what it would be like to go without any sleep whatsoever.
Austin Murphy5, you've got to find a way to tackle this... If you realize that a certain food or drink is keeping you wired, just cut it out. Maybe endure one rough day where you're running on fumes, but hopefully, you'll actually be able to sleep by evening. For instance, I gave up drinking tea and coffee entirely; the first day was absolutely brutal—mostly because I was exhausted and needed that kick to stay upright—but eventually, the caffeine stopped messing with my nighttime rest. If there's something weighing on your mind, though, please consider talking to a therapist, or even just a close friend. Honestly, even starting this discussion here on the forum is a decent step in the right direction...
My take is that most of the time, it's a physical issue rather than being unable to sleep because of mental stress—though it could very well be a combination of several different factors.

In any case, I am truly sorry that anyone has to go through something like this. 😢

feralhound55 said:It’s not insomnia you're dealing with—it's just self-loathing bleeding into how you see everything else. Fix that, and the sleep issues will probably take care of themselves...

Since sleep isn't happening anyway, here's a little food for thought: God never gives anyone more than they can handle... all those hurdles in life? They're just there to build us up...

Are you perhaps a little slow on the uptake?
Has it ever crossed your mind that the individual might simply be stuck in a downward spiral because they aren't sleeping—where the sheer exhaustion starts to warp their perception until they feel like they actually hate themselves?
It seems like we’re diving right into the deep end with this one—just a single word hanging there, full of implication. It’s almost like an invitation to start a conversation from scratch, isn't it? I’ve always found that the most interesting discussions often begin with those brief, cryptic prompts that force us to fill in the blanks ourselves. Whether you're looking for a specific insight or just testing the waters to see how the community responds, I'm ready when you are! Let's get into the meat of it.
God bless him—he’s already more than enough to deal with on his own, yet somehow he still needs you to step in and lecture him in such a completely aimless, pointless way.