It really makes me wonder how DC got a repuation for being unfriendly and uptight. If I don’t feel like talking I’ll usually tell them it’s for school (even if it’s not) and I have a big assignment due and need to study/listen/whatever. Sometimes I’ll shoot the breeze with them because hey, I’m stuck underground, what…

I bet I need a resting bitch face! Teach me your ways!

Does wearing headphones and using a phone really work for anyone? In my 10 years of metro transit, doing that has only ever seemed to spark conversation. People want to ask about what I’m listening to, my experience with phone service underground, what I think about that book, etc. If I’m sitting there doing nothing…

Also, if you aren’t familiar with the system, step out of the way and watch what everyone else is doing if you aren’t sure. Even if it seems bizarre, there’s usually a reason. I’ve seen tourists get confused because everyone around them is running or everyone else is only using one gate, then belatedly finding out…

I get signal underground in DC, though it can be a little dicey between less popular, suburban stations. We’ve had it for a while now.

Thank you! I’m glad you’ve got things under control. I’ve been doing a lot better the last year and a half or so, but I get frustrated sometimes. It’s nice to hear from someone who’s gotten to kinda-sorta-fairly normal.

I haven’t even gotten so far as to investigate whether my insurance covers DBT. All the providers in my area exclusively work with adolescents, and despite promises that I’m really immature for my age they don’t think I’d be a good fit for the group. I just haven’t managed to find someone who offers what I need and is…

I would really like to emphasize the point mental illness doesn’t necessarily last forever. I have Borderline Personality Disorder, and when I was diagnosed it was all doom and gloom. Therapists avoid treating people with it because they’re difficult to deal with, there is no medication, etc. Finally read actual books…

Thanks! I’m in the US, so that source is good. I probably should have mentioned that this started back in January, so it’s not just that I’m a long sleeper.

I have the exact opposite problem as most people. I sleep a lot. Left to my own devices, I will sleep 12-14 hours a night. That’s not possible on work days, when I only get 9-10 and feel exhausted most of the day. I went to my GP to get checked out, and I don’t have any underlying health issues. Any ideas for what I…

Do you know if the weight gain is due to the Abilify or the birth control? If it’s the birth control, check out the copper IUD or other non-hormone methods. If it’s the Abilify, I suspect your options are more limited. I have borderline personality disorder, so I know you don’t want to mess with meds when you find one…

I’ve tried several different prescriptions, and each time my life fell apart because I went nuts. I was one one for almost two years with it never even occurring to me that might be the problem. I went off it and was fine within a couple months. After a few more experiments I’ve had to conclude hormones are not for…

I’m lazy. If you want quality, you obviously have to make it yourself.

Anything disposable or that you will only use once or twice. I just bought confetti, noisemakers, etc. for my sister’s graduation. Doesn’t matter if that stuff is cheap because it’s all getting tossed out when the party is over. Also, anything for gag gifts. My boyfriend once bought me a bag full of fake poop as a…

I totally agree, but everyone has different ideas of what constitutes quality time and how often it should happen. Couples generally don’t disagree on whether they should spend time together, but on how frequently and what they should be doing. For example, I’m perfectly content to stay in and cuddle a couple nights a…

I suspect that the real secret is being clear with expectations, rather than the dates themselves.

Where I lived we were required to pass them to graduate from high school.

I dropped out of high school because of these silly tests. When we can no longer read books in English class because they aren’t on the test it’s time to bail. I actually took quite a bit of glee in knowing that I was making the school and county look bad by increasing the drop out rate and depriving them of my high…

I didn’t even know some of these things could be cleaned.

OKC allows searching for height, right? Maybe look for short girls? 5'9" seems pretty tall from 5'0". I'm glad I don't date women, because I've heard and seen a lot of ridiculous stuff in DC's pool.