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15 Extremely Bizarre Mental Disorders
1. Alice in Wonderland Syndrome
Alice in Wonderland may be pure fantasy, but one of Alice’s more bizarre experiences shares its characteristics with a scary mental disorder. Known also as Todd Syndrome, Alice in Wonderland Syndrome causes one’s surroundings to appear distorted. Just as Alice grows too tall for the house, those suffering from Alice in Wonderland Syndrome will hear sounds either quieter or louder than they actually are, see objects larger or smaller than reality, and even lose sense of accurate velocity or textures. This terrifying disorder, which has been described as an LSD trip without the euphoria, even perverts one’s own body image. Fortunately, Alice in Wonderland Syndrome is extremely rare, and in most cases affects those in their 20s who have a brain tumor or history of drug use.
Guy Asks Internet If It’s Wrong To Object to Girlfriend’s New Explicit Body Pillow
I (25m) have a girlfriend (26f) who’s autistic. Normally I wouldn’t bring this up, but it is relevant to this story. She’s pretty high functioning, but the main way her autism effects her is a really strong special interest in one specific fictional character.
I’ve never had an issue with this, and I try to keep up with whatever’s going on in the fandom for her and listen to her info dumping about her favorite character on a regular basis.
Picture of the Day
Melisa Raouf, a finalist in Miss England, became the first Miss England participant to not wear makeup during the pageant in 94 years of its history
I am so grateful for the heartfelt support I have received from all around the world since. I did not expect my story to spread globally as it has done, but I am delighted that it has, and I hope that it can make a difference to so many women and girls. For so long, I felt as if I was never complete without wearing makeup. Only very recently have I accepted that inner confidence will always shine far more radiantly than any amount of makeup, and doing so has been liberating.
Moving forward, I hope to continue promoting the #barefacetrendmovement to help empower women of all ages to feel confident in their own skin, without feeling as if they have to conceal their self by wearing makeup in order to conform to societal pressures. Although I do still believe that it is okay to use makeup, we should not let makeup define our appearance. Wearing makeup should not be the default option, but a choice and women should be able to embrace their differences.
The Dangers of “Should” and Why You Need to Stop Using It
We all have an idealized vision of how our lives “should” be – the perfect job, relationship, body, house, etc. But constantly comparing reality to this fictional ideal is an express train to unhappiness. As writer Elle Luna said, “We unconsciously imprison ourselves to avoid our most primal fears. We choose Should because choosing Must is terrifying, incomprehensible.”
Using “should” gives us an excuse to avoid taking action or making changes. After all, if things “should” be a certain way, then it’s not our fault they aren’t, right? Wrong. Saying “I should start working out” or “I should be making more money” puts the responsibility on some nameless force instead of yourself.
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Confession of the Day
I just pooped my pants while driving. It was like an hour of clean up.
It was actually loose stool, I just got over a stomach bug.
I was halfway through my hour commute when I let loose. No businesses anywhere in sight. Three times before it actually came out, I could feel it fighting to emerge, but I kept it at bay. Deep down, I knew that something was different, that there was no stopping it.
Linkage
What the Movie Robocop Was Really Trying to Say – Wanderer
Last living suspect in 1996 drive-by shooting of Tupac Shakur indicted on murder charge – AP News
She Played ‘Denise’ on the Big Bang Theory. See Lauren Lapkus Now at 38 – Ned Hardy
An extra soft fleece blanket to keep you and your loved one refreshingly comfortable and warm this fall and winter – Amazon
Can We Time Travel? A Theoretical Physicist Provides Some Answers – The Conversation
Dude Tried To Show Off In A Rented Lamborghini When This Happened! – Worldstar
What Goodfellas Got Right About Garlic – Taste
10 things that made us smile this week – Upworthy
Girlfriend admitted to having a train ran on her – Reddit
Archdiocese of Baltimore files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy amid potential child sex abuse lawsuits – WBAL
“It’s Better For Me”: Pamela Anderson Stuns At Paris Fashion In A New ‘No-Makeup’ Era – Bored Panda
Whatever Happened To Cindy Manion From ‘The Toxic Avenger’? – Ned Hardy
What It’s Like to Ride the Seven Stars Kyushu—Japan’s Version of the Orient Express – Traveler
New California law raises minimum wage for fast food workers to $20 per hour – PBS
14 Truths, Embellishments and Fictions in the Movie ‘Tombstone’ – Wanderer
Las Vegas’ giant $2.3B sphere is officially open – The Hustle
OG tells Younger Opponent to “Fight like a man" – Reddit
7 Lifestyle Habits Can Protect You From Depression – Fatherly
6 Major Reasons Why Women Ghost Men and How to Respond – Knowledge For Men
The Dumping Grounds
17 Women Tell Guys What It Takes To Be Good In Bed
1. Listening. When we say “right there” do NOT change what you are doing!! That usually means we’re close to an orgasm and if you change something it all goes away. And please make noise! Sex should be fun, noisy, sweaty and a good time!
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What Does It Feels Like To Miss Out On Relationships Until Later In life
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Honestly, yes, I do feel like I “missed out.” As I’ve grown older, I believe more and more that a sense of relational exploration is vital in one’s adolescent years.
I went to a high school where I didn’t have the opportunity to explore that side of myself and college … well, suffice to say that college sucked, too.
It leaves you feeling stunted and underdeveloped, and like you’re waiting on some train you’re not sure even exists.
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