Posts by Gerald Gomez43

Truly one of the greatest female voices to ever grace a stage. R. I. P.

I thought it was a fantastic film; that musical score at the end really served as the perfect finishing touch. 👍
Plus, I’ve always personally considered Hoffman to be one of the better actors out there.

Amanda James27 said:Does this logic hold up for board games too? Asking for a friend... 👀

I probably shouldn't have even bothered checking the username.😁

Honestly,
to deceive—well, I couldn't do it if I tried. It just isn't in my nature, and frankly, I don't think I could live with myself. I’d likely just walk away the moment the thought of being dishonest even crossed my mind. 🤔

If anyone from the San Francisco area or the surrounding suburbs is looking to actually grab a coffee and chat, maybe go for a stroll through the holiday markets or head out into nature, feel free to send me a private message. To be perfectly honest, I’m not really looking for an endless digital pen pal situation; my main goal is simply to find some company for good conversation, walking, hiking, or perhaps even swapping recipes 😬.
Women might have a slight edge here, as I find myself missing female companionship quite a bit, though men are certainly welcome to reach out as well. I’ve specified the location because I am truly interested in meeting up in person around San Francisco and the nearby areas.

So, I find myself connecting with people primarily through my various hobbies, though I wouldn't say I have a dedicated social circle where I am currently living. I used to have one, but things just sort of drifted apart over time. Lately, I've mostly been tending to rather superficial connections; I don't really have a core group for regular hangouts, so I tend to meet people through specific activities, though it usually stays at the level of a mere acquaintance.🤔

Betty Fowler said:Biden: Russia is tearing Ukraine apart, and the countries that egged Ukraine on share the blame!

I wonder if this guy thinks we should have applied that same logic back in '91?

"Mexico is tearing the US apart, and those who encouraged the US are also responsible."?

I suppose I’d argue there is a bit of a distinction here, even if I'm not exactly an expert on geopolitics.
The difference lies in the fact that back then, the United States was seeking a hard-earned independence that it rightfully deserved to claim. In contrast, a free Ukraine is essentially trying to invite the Americans and NATO right up to Russia's doorstep—knowing full well that Putin harbors a deep resentment toward both NATO and the U.S., and likely suffers from a certain kind of PTSD triggered by the collapse of the USSR. When you combine a man who is quite frankly unstable with someone who holds immense power, you end up with a rather volatile situation.

restlessdrifter4 said:How much does age matter in this case? 😛
By the way, greetings to everyone mentioned above—though I should probably mention I don't have a dog. 😁

I'd say somewhere between 25 and maybe 40; since I was just looking for something friendly, I didn't pay much attention to specific ages. 🤔

I am looking to connect with someone in person around the Miami area, where I currently live and work. While my schedule doesn't leave me with an abundance of free time, I would certainly love to find someone to grab a coffee with or perhaps go for a walk and just talk. Music is a passion of mine, but I think I love movies even more, and I don't mind getting stuck into a deep dive about politics once in a while. I also have a huge soft spot for animals and the outdoors; if you happen to be a dog owner, I’d be more than happy to join you for a trio walk😁. I also enjoy cooking, so I’ll likely show up with some homemade treats, and we can always swap recipes along the way.☕
I realize this might not be the exact right corner of the forum for this—it isn't that I'm seeking anything clinical, I simply find myself missing new faces in my life. I hope that anyone else reading this, even those who aren't active on Reddit, feels empowered to seek out easygoing company for discussing both the trivial and the profound.
To be perfectly honest, I tend to dislike endless messaging back and forth, so if meeting up in person isn't an option for you, there really isn't much point in reaching out.
I know this post feels a bit clinical, but I trust that my contributions over the years have shared enough about who I am, so please feel free to reach out if you're interested.

Hitting my thirties

wearyeagle10 said:That’s not something you "fix" because it isn't a disease. It’s just normal for an intelligent person to actually have empathy and respect for another living being, and to realize there are responsibilities involved when you make a choice like that.

It’s probably not what you think it is, either. Maybe you’re just feeling unfulfilled in some other area of your life and you're projecting that frustration onto the idea of a relationship—only you can figure out if that's the case.

Besides, if someone doesn't want to deal with you for whatever reason, well, nobody has any patience left in this world these days.
So don't go tripping yourself up thinking you're "broken"...

Just look inward, have an honest conversation with yourself, and leave it at that.

Love yourself; you don't need anyone else to do it for you. If it rains, grab an umbrella, go for a walk, spin it around, and sing. There's your therapy. If you catch my drift.

I agree that this is important, but when you've spent years enduring psychological and verbal abuse while witnessing nothing but toxic human dynamics, pulling yourself out of the mud is a massive undertaking. Don't get me wrong, I know how much effort goes into it, but let's be honest: it's an uphill battle.

Hello, everyone.
I went to start a new thread about interpersonal dynamics—friendships, romance, the whole spectrum—only to realize this one already exists.
I’m really looking for some real-world perspectives from others.
To be blunt, due to a mix of past traumas and my own inherent nature—I’d describe myself as quite guarded and emotionally distant—I have this recurring impulse to dismantle my relationships once they settle in. It’s a tendency toward self-sabotage, likely driven by a repressed fear of being hurt again. I find myself sabotaging both friendships and romantic connections constantly. This isn't the kind of sabotage where I act out to torment someone else or play the victim; rather, I tend to retreat into myself, pull away, and succumb to this nagging feeling that I simply don't deserve the people in my life. Eventually, the connection withers under that distance and just snaps. Naturally, most people don't have the patience for that kind of emotional withdrawal, so my inner circle has become quite small over the years. If anyone here has dealt with this and found a way through it, I’d love to hear your thoughts. And if you're still struggling with it, please feel free to share; I'd just like to know if I'm alone in this. I recognize the root cause, and while I've considered seeking psychotherapy, I wanted to see if there is any specific literature out there or if people can just share their experiences first.
If anyone feels too uncomfortable posting publicly, feel free to send me a private message.

Well, aside from those dealing with PTSD or other psychological shifts, I don't really know anyone else (+25 years)🤣

I’ve known quite a few women who underwent a complete metamorphosis after becoming mothers, spanning ages from 19 up into their 30s.
They used to be the type to live for the nightlife, dabbling in certain substances and drifting through life without much direction—skeptical of marriage or settling down, just living in the moment. Then, an unplanned pregnancy happens, and suddenly everything shifts; the child becomes the absolute center of their universe. They lose interest in the partners they were with, focusing entirely on the baby, and they generally become much more subdued and settled.

It’s also something I’ve noticed regarding family dynamics; people can drift away from their relatives. Given how many traumatic events have occurred, and knowing that a few people have certainly dealt with nervous breakdowns, it makes sense that they would change. However, since I didn't know these individuals before those turning points, I can't really speak to who they were originally, other than what I've heard in passing.

cosmiclynx79, I actually know someone who went through a similar mental health crisis; he ended up taking all five of his medical leave options, took a much-needed year off to reset, and honestly, things finally stabilized after that.
If I’m reading you correctly, it sounds like the core issue isn't just school—it seems like you're dealing with some much heavier struggles, including self-harm and suicidal ideation...
In my view, those are the hurdles you really need to address first, because they clearly outweigh whatever social anxiety you're facing with your classes.

If staying on your current track feels impossible, you might consider pivoting toward something like diagnostics or radiology. You could stay within the same university, and they’d likely let you transfer some credits, which would mean less direct contact with patients and fewer of those high-stress situations that trigger your panic attacks and anxiety.

If you're already going ahead and deleting 😁
, would you mind tossing my 10,000 as well?

From what I can gather, she’s on antidepressants.

I have to admit, those posts from 😬
actually gave me a good laugh.

Having spent some time in these types of roles, I’ve realized it isn't exactly a job for everyone—certainly not for someone who isn't mentally resilient enough to handle the pressure🤷
If her struggles aren't too severe, then perhaps it's fine; she likely knows her own limits better than anyone else. Though, it might be wise for her to try some training exercises first to see how she holds up...

Maria Price3 said:Obviously, we can't all be experts at everything... But honestly, that hasn't really come up as a major issue for me—at least not within this specific thread.

Silence, what is it about having to go to practice that triggers that panic for you?

She struggles with social anxiety and suicidal ideation, and from what I could gather, she’s actually been hospitalized before. Personally, I think navigating all of that while trying to perform nursing duties—where you're constantly interacting with people, many of whom are critically ill or facing the end of their lives—would be an incredibly heavy burden to carry.🤷.

How on earth did you manage to enroll in that major given your diagnosis?
I suppose when you look at the career path, you realize you'll be constantly surrounded by people and tasked with helping them, so I just don't quite grasp why you made that choice.

briskbison47 said:Wake up... 👋

I suspect you might be cheating on your vow of celibacy☕

This whole thing with the chat US isn't quite right; as someone just getting my feet wet in the world of online chatting, I find myself entirely bewildered—honestly, who is supposed to keep up with all this?