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Choice Rx

A safe space to ask life questions and learn from thoughtful answers by the community.

Compassion-first discussions 112 questions Anonymous-friendly

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It is a simple trick don't let others define what you are and how you look. If you think you are fat and want to lose weight you can you don't need ask anyones permission for that. UNLESS you doing it for attention. Why don't you check you bmi? for example I am 168cm tall that means my weight shouldn't be over 68kg or less than 50kg i think and I am 56kg and I am happy with it. I am very healthy too.

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there are many careers that you can persue without science its just you interest . you can be a fashion designer , ceo , own you own restaurant , an artist , a musician and so on it just depends on your interest

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Just know that you can do anything you aim at doing don't mind what people say just go for it as soon as it make you happy . believing in your strengths is the second step of having self confidence after loving yourself as nobody can love you more than you love yourself.

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Of course. Thank you for sharing something so deeply personal and complex. It takes a great deal of strength to process a request like this from your mother. It sounds like you're feeling a mix of confusion, concern, and perhaps the weight of an unexpected responsibility. Your feelings are completely valid. Based on what you've shared, your mother's behavior likely stems from a few interconnected places. First, her life seems to have been largely defined by the expectations of others—from her parents arranging her marriage to now, perhaps, looking to you to fill a role she believes is "proper." Having identified as asexual, she may have never fully explored her own identity or desires outside of the structures imposed on her. This new submissiveness could be a misguided attempt to find safety and structure by placing you in the "patriarchal" role your father once held, replicating a dynamic she was taught was normal. It's also possible she is grappling with her own aging, the changing parent-child dynamic, and a deep-seated fear of being alone. By making you her "guardian," she might be seeking a guaranteed anchor in her life. My most compassionate advice is to have a gentle, loving conversation with her. You could say, "Mom, I love you and will always be here to support you. But my role as your son is to be your partner and friend, not your guardian. You are a capable adult who gets to make your own choices about your life, your clothes, and your relationships. Let's figure out what support you truly need, together." This approach affirms your love and commitment while gently challenging the unhealthy dynamic. It encourages her to reclaim her autonomy, which is the greatest gift you can give her. You are her son, not her keeper, and navigating this boundary with kindness will be healthiest for you both in the long run.

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Treatments for Methamphetamine Addiction The first step in treating methamphetamine addiction is usually medical detox. Overuse and abuse of methamphetamine increases your tolerance, which can lead to physical dependence and, upon deciding to quit, some terrible withdrawal symptoms. For this reason, your healthcare provider will likely recommend medically-assisted detox followed by a form of therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) This type of therapy focuses on shifting behaviors to stop unhealthy patterns.CBT therapy focuses on learning new and drug-free ways to cope with stress in life. It relies on recognizing our own personal reactions to environmental or emotional cues, stopping the negative impulsive response, and adapting with a healthy alternative.

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Try engaging yourself into sports and fitness that will drive away all your worries and stress.