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StarmanWaitingInTheSky • upvoted an item 1 month ago

49 Strangest Mysteries That Were Actually Solved

I discovered last night, while researching cosmetic ingredients, some makeup brands, like d**g store and department stores brands, contain carcinogenic ingredients. https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/search/?search=Rimmel&sort=reverse-score

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“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

I had a weeeeird one a few months back, came home late at night from partners dad bday bqq on the farm, I wanted to stop for milk at BP, a car sirens off with lights and pulls me over, I’m soooo confused at this point - for context I’m 40kgs and 150cm tall, this cop gets out of the car and I did too, out of confusion to ask if everything’s ok, and he’s like yeah just a random stop, then a paddywagon with two cops pull in next to him. I kinda of freak out inside but don’t let it show and ask ‘‘are you taking me to jail for something? I’m confused” he says “it’s just backup jsut in case” still not telling me anything. The guy i purchased the car off with rego, had the rego revoked by the owner after I paid and I didn’t know I was driving for 24hrs at that point unregistered. It still confuses me though why three very large men had to attend this, the car is/was in my name.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

I can no longer reply directly to Gregory, but I can assure him that "Most guys operate this way" is b******t.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

I can no longer reply directly to Gregory, but I can assure him that "Most guys operate this way" is b******t.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

You give off heavy competitive vibes. In another one of your posts on this list your comment came off as downplaying the fear women have of men and in this one you randomly injected your grievance against women into a list entry that was not gender specific. They are down voting you because you come off as a thinly veiled sexist, regardless of whether or not you actually are.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

The level of fear felt by men and women of men is entirely different, though. I can appreciate that yes, we're often weary of other men, but to put it on the same level? That's just obnoxious. Most guys don't have to worry about people spiking their drink. They don't have to worry about someone grabbing their a*s grabbed on the bus. Men worry about getting beat up, m******d, and robbed, sure, but women still have to worry about that in addition to predatory behavior of an entirely different nature. And instead of getting martial arts training, get a damned weapon. We literally have sports divided into sexes due to the imbalance of physical strength, and the average MALE martial artist is still going to get his a*s whooped if someone decides to jump him. Doesn't have to be a gun or a knife, but ANYthing that could give you the edge in a fight. Nothing wrong with training for martial arts, but your attacker isn't going to come at you with just martial arts.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

No idea why someone down voted you. Have one to balance.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Me too. I just can't win.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Oh wow, same here!

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Hanlon''s Razor

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

I've found that being apologetic about how bad your memory is and owning up to forgetting their name is not a bad ploy. "I know we've met before and chatted at the bar, but I don't know if I ever got your name and if I did then I apologise for forgetting it". Most people over a certain age will empathise and it's quite good as an ice-breaker.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

If they judge you , that says far more about the, than it does you xx n if they ain’t got the guts to say it to you face (sensible in my case I add) then they mean nothing , ie in order to insult me , I first have to value your opinion kinda thing lol always be yourself

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

YES WE VERY MUCH DO !! I wish more people had been f kin nosy way back when I was an abused wife twice , one physically,one mentally ,the second id have got out sooner , first I legged it myself , now if I see someone be it man or woman ,being a b u s e d , you can bet your life Im stepping in ,to help ,even if I take a beating , for it , nothing I aint been thru before ! more people should absolutely NOT mind their own business in some circumstances,x

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

The fact that you want to "control" a room and enjoy your "power" tells me more than I need to know about you.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Please do not do this. I would feel more assaulted than acknowledged. Touching without permission is not cool.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Hell yes this , eternal optimist me can’t be doing with freaking pessimists eugh or toxic people n bullies ,that mention you by name on posts slagging off your use of grammer ,idiot ta” in bloody full stops etc ,n I ain’t using i5 in text talk I use short hand ,it’s positive lol to be like you know YOURSELF !!

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Oo I’ve got the mind of an elephant lol I NEVER FORGET , and I never forgive either ! so if you have wronged me ( been an abused wife twice , n ptsd kicks in , I will remember it ) I won’t ever throw it back at you UNTILL I REALLY HAVE TO , the shock is hilarious

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

It does work lol u ain’t doing it right , use the parent voice firm but quiet ! never fails

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

It really does , when someone’s really winding me up n pushing buttons n triggering my ptsd , I resort to whispering , they ligit HAVE to listen ,then and it tells them if I were u I’d shut it like now !! works every time !

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

My daughter does it with me n her bf n her brother , anyone else at work nope ,we are safe n trusted ,n nothing to do with her work place , home is a safe place

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

My reply is cool you do you , even if I have a better idea ,I won’t say that I hate that myself ,so sounds ok ,people sometimes need to work it out on their own ,

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

No the doors very much closed 😂

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Hmm lol ,I’ll smile at people as walk past my house ,here in the sticks in the uk , it’s a little village , n I,ll chat to the few neighbours I have if they stop n I’m in the garden , but that’s it , n that’s ligit only if I’m in the front garden , I can’t be round people ,it’s over whelming being an empath (means I can feel what other people are feeling that day , it’s hard going thankfully with my kids they are immune to it ,as they have my genes ie witch , so blocked thank god lol , ) I react to how I sense they are feeling n that’s not easy , so I tend not to make any contact it’s safer 😂

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Manipulative people suck.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

May depend on the situation. A teammate of mine got super upset when I tried helping her, then I got in trouble. Of course.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Who should we be going to for wage raises? So far, I've gone to the production manager and store manager. But they don't seem to have the authority. Just excuses not to give raises.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

YES. This is what my managers do to me. Apparently they know me better than me. They do not.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

This needs examples and context. I can think of one example, and that thing most certainly does not have the right, but people sure let him.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Outside beauty only stretches surface deep. Just look at all the "influencers" who can be pretty but super shallow and ugly on the inside. Few people respect them and they're not going as far as they want the public to think. I've seen some average but highly confident people get to higher places.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Mean people don't deserve my respect. I'm not going to even bother trying.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Since I work at a thrift store, we get know what each other's interests are. Any time we see something that has to do with a person's interest we show it to them. Some people, it takes time to get to know them because they're guarded or unsure of everyone. No one makes anyone feel like their immature or stupid for their character or interests. We have a bronie (a male who's a fan of My Little Pony), transpeople who love anything bright and unique, a Disney fanatic, anime and manga fans, a goth, health nuts, gamers, glam girls, and just neutral, ordinary people who are just there to do their job and get paid.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

I do mean every word I say. If someone doesn't get it, skims my comments just to pick out the words that jump out at them, or wants to twist what I say, that's on them. I'm not really sure what some empty words are other than lies and broken promises.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

It would be so helpful if people just said what they mean, or don't say anything at all.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Depends. Yes and no. If their circle is already small they'll be very careful how they present themselves to others they don't see as their scapegoat. If anything, they'll pull back from friends when they are not feeling like they can muster the will to pretend to care about others and be nice to those they don't like in public. Their public image is golden. What others think of them is more important than their own child's mental health and needs.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

This can work temporarily, but they don't see it as "disarming", they see it as a threat. Then they get so scared of losing their scapegoat, their punching bag, the thing they take their anger out on, they start trying harder to snare you back in their life. They'll step over boundaries, pop over whenever they feel like, get upset you haven't called them in 2 weeks, call you repeatedly on every phone they have your number, text you until you answer. They will make you feel like you did something wrong, or being a s****y person, then gossip to anyone who's listening about how you're not talking to them. When you do end up contacting them, they go through their whole toolbox to wear and break you down. Once they feel like you're making, what they feel is, sufficient contact they start speaking nicer, and pretending they're interested in what you have to say. Just right up until they see you're getting comfortable, and let down your guard. Then the cycle starts all over again.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

I get uneasy no matter what when people look me in the eyes. It's threatening to me. But I'll glance every now and then. The rest of the time I'm looking at their mouth, ear, hair, whatever is behind them.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

There's really nothing wrong with that at all. It's worse to try to force yourself to hang out with people you're not vibing with for fear of hurting the friendship. You may still be on good terms and just meet up maybe once a year or so. I have a friend like that. No resentment. Just "Are you free?" "Not right now." "Ah. no problem. I'll chat with you another time." "Sure. Sorry about that." "It's okay. No need to be sorry. I understand." "Cool."

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StarmanWaitingInTheSky • submitted a new post 3 years ago

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Hey Pandas, Have You Ever Made A Risky Move To Land A Job And Did It Work?

StarmanWaitingInTheSky • submitted 13 list additions 3 years ago

Hey Pandas, What Are Some Important Qualities You Look For In A Significant Other?

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Hey Pandas! What Is Something That You Have A Passion For?

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Hey Pandas, What Would Be The Opening Line Of Your Memoir Or Autobiography?

Hey Pandas, Are You An Extrovert Or An Introvert? (Closed)

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Hey Pandas, What’s The Weirdest Nickname You Have Been Called?

StarmanWaitingInTheSky • commented on 20 posts 3 years ago

People Are Sharing 30 Stories About The Mistakes Their Parents Made That Ended Up Affecting Them Long-Term

I don't understand punishing kids over grades. It just pushes kids to cheat and pay more attention to the grades and not the material they're learning. If kids are struggling then there's likely other causes and not their other activities.

Here Are 30 Of The Latest Comics That Poke Fun At Our Society And Daily Life By This Artist

After a terribly smoke-filled summer last year and a brutally snowy, freezing winter I've been definitely taking advantage of all nice days since the melt.

Here Are 30 Of The Latest Comics That Poke Fun At Our Society And Daily Life By This Artist

LOL Back in school we thought it was gross when one kid always bought a slurpee in the middle of winter. I don't know why anymore. It's not uncommon.

Here Are 30 Of The Latest Comics That Poke Fun At Our Society And Daily Life By This Artist

Safeway is converting to cardboard ones.

Here Are 30 Of The Latest Comics That Poke Fun At Our Society And Daily Life By This Artist

LOL If only

Here Are 30 Of The Latest Comics That Poke Fun At Our Society And Daily Life By This Artist

I was having issues with my headset during work. I had only one other one that didn't work well, either. My manager asks if I have any others. I'm like "Where do you think live? Best Buy?" XD

Here Are 30 Of The Latest Comics That Poke Fun At Our Society And Daily Life By This Artist

I don't think I've tried any French wines. All I know is German Riesling wines all the way.

50 Humorous Pics That Show There Are Two Types Of People In The World

I tried jogging and ended up with a sprained footed and my knees are shot. I can run okay on grass but not on cement. I have no idea why, but my ribs will get a sharp pain, too. Might have something to do with breathing. Not sure. The Doctor said my airways are abnormally narrow. At least there are other ways to get exercise.

Hey Pandas, What Are Some Overrated Tourist Destinations? (Closed)

My mom said she was "shocked" there was a city and the urban area close to the mountains looks like Vancouver to her. She's not the most easily impressed and not an open-minded traveller. She didn't have much good things to say about her trip. I asked her, "What did you expect in this modern era? Grass huts and hula girls everywhere?" "...yeah." XD. Lots of big stores are all over the world now, though. I think the culture aspects, no matter where you are, are right under your nose. It's the different languages, slang, plants and animals, the geography, climate. Best thing to do is research recipes of local dishes and try to make them yourself. Exploring a grocery store in another country is interesting. You never know what you might find you don't see at your own grocery store.

50 Humorous Pics That Show There Are Two Types Of People In The World

2 types of macho street racing show offs.

50 Humorous Pics That Show There Are Two Types Of People In The World

I was a nervous and habitual nail biter. After too many incidences of nearly slicing my gums and almost cracking my teeth on a bumpy bus I had the determination to stop biting.

50 Humorous Pics That Show There Are Two Types Of People In The World

Look how he's encroaching on her space, and she's so thin, too. Why do guys do this?

50 Humorous Pics That Show There Are Two Types Of People In The World

Not the person working out, but not the person pointing making a weird face either.

50 Humorous Pics That Show There Are Two Types Of People In The World

Yes. I've seen as we've established this a few times.

50 Humorous Pics That Show There Are Two Types Of People In The World

They're both cosplayers. No difference that I see.

50 Humorous Pics That Show There Are Two Types Of People In The World

Me on the right. My daughter on the left.

50 Humorous Pics That Show There Are Two Types Of People In The World

There's a 5 cent difference in the total and in the tips. So both people were tipping by a percentage.

50 Humorous Pics That Show There Are Two Types Of People In The World

Funny story. My now ex MIL had this cactus for years and was certain it was dying. It wasn't growing and turning brown. She gave it us. Within a matter of months the cactus started to lose the browning and began growing a bud that turned into another cactus. She couldn't understand why it was thriving at our place and not hers. I think we watered it more frequently, like every couple weeks. Whereas she watered it every year.

50 Humorous Pics That Show There Are Two Types Of People In The World

I'm the boy. Don't get to travel outside the city much. Everything is a wonderful new thing when I do get out there.

50 Humorous Pics That Show There Are Two Types Of People In The World

Oh come off it. Some boys love shopping and some girls loathe it, too.

StarmanWaitingInTheSky • upvoted an item 1 month ago

49 Strangest Mysteries That Were Actually Solved

StarmanWaitingInTheSky • upvoted 4 items 2 months ago

“Leopards Ate My Face”: 50 Examples Of Karma Working Just The Way It Should

Thats not at all what her point was. Would you like to try again?

“Leopards Ate My Face”: 50 Examples Of Karma Working Just The Way It Should

Yes, thank you. I am aware. I'll admit I got lucky. The people I know weren't severely affected. So I think the vaccines also prevented them from getting worse than it could have gotten.

StarmanWaitingInTheSky • upvoted 15 items 3 months ago

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Depends. I've learned there are people who will try to rob you of your spirit and rip away your thunder, then make you feel an inch tall. I started a job with all the confidence and high hopes I've had in over a decade. Within a week I felt like a little child who could not be trusted to do anything right. Maybe it works for different people. Maybe it's also how you dress and look. How articulate you are and how intelligent you come across.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Please don't misuse Indigenous cultures and Pagan symbols like this. Sure, hang the skeleton and add some Halloween stuff and make your whole entry way a murder scene. But that's not what dreamcatchers and pentagrams are for.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

As a neurodivergent person, I have LOTS of quirky things!

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

"Go to the restroom." "I have an appt. tomorrow morning. So I should get headed home." "I'm really tired. About to pass out. I'm going to be on my way now." "Ooo, are those spinach puffs? Excuse me, I'm ravishing." "My dog needs me home right away. I'll be sure to chat with you another time. Ciao."

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

If anything, smokers and vapers tend to flock together. I've found I'm the only one left in the room while the smokers smoke. Want to be a loner? Are you an introvert? Ambivert? Don't smoke.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Facial expressions and actions speak much louder than words.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

This needs examples and context. I can think of one example, and that thing most certainly does not have the right, but people sure let him.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Manipulative people suck.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

Mean people don't deserve my respect. I'm not going to even bother trying.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

May depend on the situation. A teammate of mine got super upset when I tried helping her, then I got in trouble. Of course.

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

And smile like the Chesire cat

“Know When To Leave”: 47 Emotional Intelligence Tricks People Learned From Observing Others

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