NotHeartless

The best time of the year is here (in my opinion) 🎃👻👽🦴🧡

I like poems that aren't about romance (surpise ). I like the ones about death, missing a friend, dreams, nature, fantasy worlds...there are a lot of topics to choose from. Your creativity is the only limit. :)

Why not under "Aromantic Discussion"? Bet a lot of people would love to join in!

Happy new year, it can only get better .

Anytime .

Yes, you do. Sounds really neat .

Yeah, well...took me several years to accept I'm aro (and ace). You can't rush things but yes, it is important you accept yourself. I think that's the biggest lesson I've needed to learn since discovering my identity (still need to learn sometimes). I wish you the best and hope the forums & community can help and support you on your journey

I get it, it feels like...once you realize you're aro, there is no going back. You see yourself, the people around you, society and probably the world in another light. It can be scary, but you're not alone.

Yeah, exactly! You get the struggle. Hope you guys have luck!

Alright, but I can't tell if you might not be aro or not. I take people for what they tell me.
Maybe you just need some more time to figure it out or you might fall into a grey area. Only you can know it.

I can't relate too, but there are aros who like at least the idea or fantasy of romance. You should definitely not take it as invalidating.

I agree.

Maybe message an admin, they should be able to help.

Hello, you've created a status update. Wohooo!

I agree, especially with the "whether or not they choose to understand is up to them". There are things we can influence and things we can't and it's a good lesson when we learn which is which.
Usually, I don't really watch videos on spirituality (I'm more into books) but I've found JasonJGallant's channel several months ago as I was struggling with my ego and difficult emotions. His words really helped me and eased my pain. Only a small channel, but great.

Ok, then see how it goes for you. I'm the most sceptical towards not drinking anything (for several days especially) since dehydration can come quicker than you think. When your family doesn't have understanding or will literally freak out, try to remember they love you and are afraid of losing you. Try to see from their point too, even if it's difficult.

I think so too, I mean that your family would freak out. And sorry to be "that person" but please be cautious with pursuing breatharianism. I say that because a young man from my home country died this year in an attempt to live with the concept and other people obviously too (according to research). I'm not going to tell you what is right for you and I hope you informed yourself well enough. I'd only like to point out we have material shape and should not ignore the fact we are part of this earth, our bodies need certain things because in this form right now, we are bound to universale laws of nature.
I understand your POV because I like to fast and benefit greatly from it (for physcial health and spiritual progress).
And it's perfectly fine to discover your (bodily) boundaries, experience hunger or thirst for a certain time since it gives you a new perspective on things but still please don't overdo it unless you want to live (or die) with the consequences.
May you do well.

None of them sound familiar. But I took a look on their channels and I am familiar with the topics their videos discuss (e.g. soulmates, energy, spiritual awakening, etc.). I was very attracted to the spiritual aspects in our lives (still am, but in a slightly different way) and I'm experiencing how tough growth on a "higher level" can be right now. Is it the same for you?
I'll have a closer look on the channels you've listed, thanks.

Yes, I would say so. It's not easy but the most important thing is to keep going. I believe in you.

All the best on your way.

Yeah....friend? You're sure?
Maybe that was "just" the initial reaction and they felt sorry afterwards but I'm in doubt.

I'll keep my fingers crossed for you!

I'm glad your other friend supported you! That's a real friend right there - at least that's a positive aspect of the situation.

A 30 min lecture? Really?
God. Unfortunately, this is typical somehow. I once had a friend who had a very similar...let's say mindset about romance.
She pushed the idea of "the one" on endlessly, then had a GF and started to talk bad about people who wanted a "friends with benefits" situation and whatnot. I kind of froze on the inside, never came out to her and kept my thoughts to myself (our relationship wasn't very close anymore at this point). I only told her she should let people do what they want as long as no one gets hurt. Anyway, I understand it bugs you. If this goes on, you should really tell her how you feel (unless you already did so).
 

Heavy topic and I am shoked there are adults who force a child to transition. If a child would say they don't feel like a boy/girl, I'd talk to them about in detail and if it's severe go to see a therapist. But in these cases it's just...plain wrong.
I'm out of words.
I happen to be an older transguy and I can confirm a transition is a huge thing. I have thought about it a lot (as writing this, I have not transitioned physically yet). Forcing children to transition like this is irresponsible and it takes away validity from people who are transgender and do feel way better after transitioning (or just identifying as another gender).
The guy said he was a heavy drinker and took drugs to endure the physical pain and the condition of his psyche - that's me not too long ago. I woke up and forsworn alcohol to finally get my shit together, but I drank to endure heavy gender dysphoria which isn't any better.
Responsibility lies with the parents, the therapists (the whole healthcare system), every adult involved. Abuse is a very serious issue too and it affects the psyche in ways I can only speculate about but I can imagine it can twist a young mind extremely. Also, children tend to believe what they are told because they are children, still in development, and do not know any better (yet). We must not make the mistake of thinking "you were absued, that's why you're trans / that's why you are homosexual", etc. There are people who act a certain way (to protect their mental health) because they were abused and there are people who just are homosexual or transgender because of nature (put a bit dull).
Finally, a transition is not to be taken lightly under any circumstances. One must think about the consequences for their mental, social, physical health and many other things. All that being said it's important the video raises awareness for this problem because in all honesty, it's scary and it destroys lives. 
My thoughts about it.