placidwolf4 said:But it’s got to have some energy behind it. That's the only way it survives. You know, somewhere right in that sweet spot halfway between blues and rock.
That slow, lazy, plodding kind of stuff? I love it, sure, but it just wouldn't cut it here. 😢 😢
Maybe something along the lines of Bobby Parker? Like "You gotta get hip," for instance? Just sprinkle in a little bit of that Delta blues flavor here and there...
Sorry, I just can't think of anyone around here who even comes close to playing the blues. I’ve actually been thinking about putting together a blues band lately. There's just something about the sound—the scales, the rhythm, the structure... it really hits home for me. But honestly, what kind of success could we actually find here in the States? It doesn't feel very promising. People would probably just look at us and say, "Blues? Please, just give us some Vesna Bizarović."
I totally get why you're craving companionship, but there’s honestly so much more to life than just finding a partner. You really only have two ways to play this: 1) You can sit around wallowing in self-pity, letting the days just slip by. That’s how you get stuck in a rut. If you keep feeling sorry for yourself and let time waste away, a year or two from now you’re going to look back and think, "Why didn't I do something to fix my life sooner?" And then you'll feel even worse about it! Or: 2) You set some realistic goals based on what you can actually handle and commit to them every single day. At the end of the night, you'll feel good knowing you actually showed up for yourself. You're young—start thinking long-term and just take it one step at a time.
You mentioned that a therapist hasn't been able to help. Maybe they can't, or maybe they actually can! If you went, at least you'd know for sure. Lay everything out on the table; they'll probably give you advice on how to find a girlfriend rather than how to live without one. Life is a grind, but try to see the beauty in the struggle. Even if the therapist doesn't solve everything, at least you'll know you actually tried to do something for yourself. And honestly, that's a HUGE deal...👋
hm... so I booked that whole package through Art Travel, and they told me to just swing by on Tuesday to pick up my tickets in person and settle the payment. Now you guys have me feeling totally spooked, but I’m really hoping everything turns out fine. Btw, I didn't have anyone to go with, so I'm bringing my old man along. Either way, I wouldn't be able to cross the border alone, but this whole situation is just a little frustrating.
...that’s exactly where I’m headed too. Here’s how I see my roadmap: For the next five years, I’m going into beast mode on savings. I'll stick to my day job—which pays pretty well—while knocking out a master's program over the next four years. It's all about aggressive saving (think high-yield savings accounts and CDs) while quietly grinding away at business ideas and side hustle possibilities... Then comes the five-year "hybrid" phase. Once I’ve built up a decent nest egg from those first five years, I’ll start scaling up a private business or diving into investments alongside my main career. This is going to be the grind, though. Between the mortgage hanging over my head and needing to set aside a few thousand bucks every year just to keep the bank off my back, things will get tight. But hey, I'll make it work... And then: 🙂 No more dragging myself out of bed every morning just to clock 40 hours a week on someone else's schedule! By then, the money should have started working for itself, allowing for bigger moves that yield even better returns... Once the pile is big enough, I might just kill off that mortgage entirely! Though, honestly, maybe that's not even the smartest move—sometimes it's better to keep that capital moving and growing rather than tying it all up in equity... Anyway, long story short: 1. 5 years of hardcore saving 2. 5 years of the "hybrid" grind ----------------- After a decade total (ha, by then I probably won't even have four different bank accounts 🙂): FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE.
And I haven't even touched the actual numbers... the figures Second mentioned sound like straight-up science fiction to me. I’m thinking on a much smaller scale... but then again, Second is living in Western Europe, so the cost of living and the math are obviously on a different level...
You really need a solid blueprint. Having a high-quality plan is half the battle; even if things don't go exactly according to script, having that direction makes all the difference!👍
That’s why you hear people say things like, "Oh my god, I lost 10 pounds, but then I gained 6 back immediately..." If someone drops 15 pounds in a single week and then goes back to eating normally... they’re definitely going to end up gaining half of that right back, maybe even more. Your metabolism slows down, and suddenly everything you eat turns straight into fat because your body is basically bracing itself for the next period of starvation. It’s much better to aim for a steady loss of about 2 pounds a day—but please, skip the detox teas, those weird juices, and all that other junk. What I suggest instead is getting active with high-calorie burns—think swimming, cycling, or running. Focus on leg workouts since your legs have the largest muscle groups, which means they burn the most energy and have great endurance. Beyond that, long-distance cycling is amazing, or running, though you'll need decent cardio for that. In any case, I recommend steady-state cardio with short breaks. You don't need to sprint for a minute and then rest for five; just find a consistent pace and keep it going for at least 10 minutes. Why? The question is: when do you actually see the most weight drop during physical exertion? It happens right when your legs start to feel heavy and ache. That’s the sign that your body is running low on "fuel" and has started tapping into fat stores to keep you moving. Some people try to dress in layers to sweat more and "heat up" the fat to melt it away faster, but honestly, I wouldn't recommend that. It’s not healthy, especially if you have low blood pressure or aren't in great shape. :rolleyes 🙄 Wow, I really went on a rant there! Most people think they only have 10 or 20 pounds of excess fat to lose, but they have no idea how massive 5 pounds of actual fat really is. What I mean is, once you lose a few pounds of pure calories, the visual difference is huge.
Betty Hill82 said:You can drop about 15 pounds in just seven days.
The rules are strict: no alcohol, no sparkling water, and absolutely no sugary drinks. If you do have a drink, give yourself at least a 24-hour buffer after finishing the diet.
If you end up losing more than 15 pounds, take a week off to recover.
Honestly, this isn't really my thing. For starters, I’m not much of a meat eater, and if I don't have pasta, I feel like I'm going crazy.
Plus, that soup is pretty intense, and my stomach is super sensitive.
I managed to lose 10 pounds in five days, but man, I felt absolutely TERRIBLE.
My mom, on the other hand, loves it. She’s dropped over 20 pounds several times using this—and she wasn't even being perfect about it; she was still putting sugar in her coffee and sipping on soda.
Anyway, they usually recommend this diet for people with serious heart issues who are prepping for surgery.
Thanks, but hard pass from me!
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Okay, I don't even know where to start... this whole "3 pounds in 3 days" or "7+ pounds in a week" nonsense is driving me insane. Let's look at the logic here. An average woman burns somewhere around 2,000 to 2,500 calories a day. Even if a woman didn't eat a single morsel of food for seven days and just drank plain water... that would be 2,500 x 7 = 17,500 total calories. (Though even that’s an exaggeration because once you're starving, your metabolism slows down significantly). We all know that to melt away 1 pound of fat, you need to burn roughly 3,500 calories... so do the math. Seven days of zero food would only equal about 5 pounds of actual weight loss. Now, you might be wondering how people claim to lose 11 pounds in a week... No, you didn't. You lost 1 pound of fat, 3 pounds of water weight, and a whole lot of everything else because that stuff you're eating acts like a massive laxative. There's about 2 liters of fluid just sitting in your digestive tract; let's just say that soup clears your system out, and boom—there's your "weight loss." 👋
Honestly, this movie was totally unnecessary. It would’ve been better if they'd just stuck to a decent bar scene.
The first time I watched it, I was completely let down. Between the arrogant acting and the cliché plot, it was basically 🙂 . But, watching it again, it was actually alright. I knew exactly what I was getting into, so I didn't expect much 🙂
I've been dealing with this scalp issue for two years now... basically, these flakes that just keep coming back every couple of weeks. Products like Selsun Blue helped a little bit, but it always comes right back, sometimes even worse than before. I've seen plenty of doctors, including specialists in private practice... some say it's seborrheic dermatitis, others swear it's psoriasis. Honestly, I'm over the guessing games. But, believe it or not, this local ointment from a shop in New York City actually worked wonders. I know it sounds crazy, but this cream cut my flare-ups in half. The scaling has been gone for a month now, and all I have left is a little redness... plus, miraculously, my hair feels thicker. For now, I'm still testing out how well this stuff holds up.
Anyway, anyone can give it a shot. My advice? Rub it in well 2 or 3 times a day. You really don't have anything to lose. It started working for me after about 3 to 5 days—by the time I finished the first tube, things were looking great, honestly better than when I was using Selsun Blue.
Sam James4 said:*Yawn.* Don't get all sensitive on me just yet. I'm just saying those emojis are a bit dated and over the top. You know how it goes—once you cross that line, it just becomes tacky. Anyway, don't flatter yourself; I have zero reason to put you on my ignore list. It's not like your posts carry that much weight with me. Everyone’s entitled to their opinion, though, I guess. It's good there are still people out there who dig movies like Goth, right? Keeps the B-movie industry alive, and hey, those crews need to eat. A "controller of thoughts and feelings"? Hahaha, honestly, it's not even surprising that you actually liked Goth. Wake up. Or at least stop the ego trip. Look, why don't you go find a real job and write a script for Gothika 2. Maybe then you could actually sell something in Hollywood.
Listen, sugar, 🙂 if my posts didn't matter that much to you, you wouldn't be hovering over them three times a day. Come on, admit it—you care what I think. 😁 😉 That's exactly the vibe you're giving off. 😁 And who said I even like movies like Goth? 😕 (Maybe it's only "good" because there's nothing better on TV right now.) Your perspective is totally warped.
Anyway, thanks for the entertainment 🙏.....and sorry if I bruised your ego a little 😢, I didn't mean to...
I've got room for two more emojis since I know how much you love them... 🤣: :🎉:
P.S. No offense, I totally get you critics—you guys practically live for the drama. 😉
Ugh... look, all I was saying is that unlike most of those other mindless American flops, this one was actually decent enough to watch, even with the plot holes. I don’t go into movies expecting them to be cinematic masterpieces. I didn't realize everyone had to share my exact opinion or bow down to your critiques. So call me clueless if you want, I really don't care. :P You can just block me. Actually, please do—even though we don't even hang out in the same threads or subforums anyway. It'll probably make you happier.
I'm not cutting back on the emojis,(you could always use one, Mr. Grumpy-Face) this is just how I am, in person and online—and feel free to report me to the moderator😛 (since you're clearly such a wannabe thought-policeman)
Brian Gonzalez7 said:Honestly, if anyone actually thinks this movie was good, they were probably fast asleep during the whole thing...
This flick would only find an audience in a tiny town like Suvag 😢
🙄 🙄 Are you seriously insulting Suvag, (and even Vrapč)? That's pretty low, 👎
Look, let's try to be a little more tolerant and stop labeling everything. I’m totally fine with you and everyone else thinking the movie is absolute garbage—that's your take, and I respect it. But I also have every right to say I enjoyed it. The end. Long live diversity. (There are definitely much better movies out there, but compared to the rest of today's Hollywood blockbusters, this one isn't actually that bad)
P.S. So, what kind of movies do you actually like?
hiddeneagle42 said:Ugh, I was actually pretty bummed she didn't end up behind bars. I mean, you aren't even supposed to kill slugs (sadly 😁)... but man, remember when Hollywood movies actually made sense?
Honestly, though, her walking free makes total sense. If the whole plot is driven by power, reputation, and money (which is basically how everything works in the USA), then her staying free is the most logical outcome. Think about it:
1. She took out psychopaths and abusers who had been terrorizing local girls for years. Who could really blame her? Most people would probably just be grateful she did it. Plus, one of the victims was the daughter of one of the lead psychiatrists, who ends up being the main guy in charge. He’s going to pull every string possible to help her out. + A standard American jury wouldn't touch her with a ten-foot pole; they’d likely give her an award instead 😁
2. It wasn't like she was in her right mind. When you factor in all those unexplainable ghost sightings and paranormal stuff, plus having a top-tier lawyer on her side, I don't see any issue with her getting off. Even if she did kill one person, the rest was clearly self-defense.
But that's not even the point of the movie. I honestly don't get why everyone is obsessing over the logic 😁