I’ve been lurking in this sub for a bit and I see a lot of people who come on and mention how their bankruptcies have been smooth and the best decision they’ve made.
Is there anyone who hasn’t had a favorable experience like me? What did you do?
Let me start with we (my spouse and I) began a payment plan with the firm we chose in Arizona. I wish we had done more research on lawyers because the stress that’s come with our entire process has been a complete nightmare and it’s still on-going.
We filed in Dec of 2022 and it’s been an absolute nightmare of a mess. Our lawyer advised against reaffirming our car loan and instead of sending my spouse the paperwork, a complete stranger was CC’d with me giving that stranger access to our personal information. We got a single email response stating that they cc’d the wrong person and gave a very impersonal apology.
Our 341 meeting, we had a completely different lawyer that had spoken to us once and then almost didn’t show up for the meeting because they called into the wrong clients call.
Now, we get to the trustee portion and not only has our lawyer been adamant about us keeping our CTC and ACTC (it’s in our contract and in our filing forms), $5000(ish) and $900(ish) the trustee agreed to said amount (according to the lawyer). Getting ahold of our lawyer has been the most infuriating experience because they either give vague answers or none at all, take days to respond. The trustees assistant tried saying we’d only be receiving $1K (which is wrong) and our lawyer says they sent an email but we would receive a check next week. We received our discharge yesterday as well as a check from the trustee for a whole $80.
After calling our lawyer and emailing, they finally responded stating they’d been out of office and would send over the trustees explanation tomorrow.
This entire process has been exhausting and we still have no idea what is happening or even what to do. We’re depending on that money because we’ve been told since the start it would be protected.
Anyways, all this to say do your research and it isn’t always a relief filing for bankruptcy.

Unless Honduras can tie the game against Canada (highly unlikely by the looks of it) we'll have to play the US in the semi finals in June.
Would have liked to play them in the final, but I guess it's just as good to not even let them make it there xD
Honestly, though we looked better against Jamaica than an average Tata game post 2019 imo, I'm not liking our odds.
We're going to have to do much better in the midfield than what's been presented so far. The US midfield is good at playing and great at getting in our players' heads. Also, their defense never looked in serious trouble this window, but they also didn't face strong offenses. Of course, ours isn't the best either.
Only thing we really have going for us is a good defense, bar any wonder strikes or own goals, and Lozano... who doesn't really produce that many goals for us.
A lot of things can change between now and then, in terms of fitness and form. Maybe Cocca can also ignite the boys in a way Tata definitely consistently failed to do.
Rambling ends here.

I was sexually assaulted in a toxic and controlling relationship in my late teens. I am still paranoid someone’s watching me, so I’m going to keep this as vague as possible.
I let it slip that I was sexually assaulted on my main account. I gave no details on the person, not even gender and thought nothing of it.
Until a person close to me contacted me stating that they received a message from my abuser.
They saw the comment I made. They asked if I was talking about them. I thought they had forgotten about me, but they were stalking my account.
I feel like a horrible person. I caused someone guilt and shame because I couldn’t keep my fucking mouth shut. I ruined someone’s life. I’m a monster. I deserved it. I made them into this. I didn’t fight back, I asked for it. I’m terrible.

I feel like my situation is pretty unique but I'm hoping that there's someone out there with an idea of what to do. I would like to preface this by saying that I (14f) have been with my girlfriend (13f) for a little over three months now. I've had complicated talking stages/situationships in the past but she is my first real girlfriend. She goes to a neighboring school, and we were introduced over snapchat by a teammate of mine who goes there as well. We really hit it off, so I asked for her number. We talked for a while after and she eventually asked me out. Not until after that did I find out that she wasn't out to her parents, who she said were mildly homophobic, and I never doubted that based on the interactions I would overhear or that would be described to me. They didn't seem overly appreciative of her, and she'd often be left at home to take care of her little sister when the rest of the family would go out. Another complication had to do with her being involved in theater, which was until 6pm every Monday-Friday, and my being busy from 12-6 every Saturday and Sunday. As embarrassing as it is to admit, we never really got to meet in person. However we would text or call all-day every-day, often until one would force the other to get some sleep only to wake up to a good morning text. I can easily say I had never felt more happy and confident in myself than I did then. Id never clicked with someone so fast or told someone I love them so soon. I'd never experienced the blissful feeling of having someone be your first and last thought every day combined with the constant fear of loosing this person that means the world to you. That time felt like I had found my other half, and I think that's really important to include here because it's too easy to jump to "break up with them" if you can't imagine just how hard that would be. Anyways, just over 5 weeks ago now, our schools were off for a week-long break. The whole first day of break we were texting, and she suddenly stopped reading/responding to my messages. It was late so i figured she'd fallen asleep. I said good night and waited to hear from her the next morning. The thing is, I never did. I texted her asking if she was ok since it had been a while, that's when I saw she read it. I waited a couple days (thinking about her constantly) and then texted one of her closest friends who apparently hadn't heard from her either. I figured that she must be going through a difficult time, as she'd struggled with her mental health in the past, so I continued to send her minor life updates as well as good night/morning messages which would all be opened with no reply. The Monday we returned to school I checked my phone constantly hoping to hear from her, instead the same mutual friend who set us up told me that she was grounded. It was her mom opening and reading not only all of the messages I sent during this time period, but pretty much every text we had ever exchanged. By two weeks I had started grieving the end of our relationship. By this I mean I stopped participating in school, going out with friends, putting effort into sports, and would be an asshole to my family whenever I wasn't sobbing in my room. I figured since no effort had been made to contact me, she was moving on. I held out a little hope, though, because the production of Mamma Mia she was in would be taking place exactly four weeks after she lost her phone. I showed up with the mindset that it would be almost like my final goodbye; getting to see her perform almost as a way to tell myself that she really was real. What we had WAS real. That all went out the window the second she came on stage. I remembered what I loved so much about her, just how beautiful she is. The feeling of looking into her eyes and letting a few seconds feel like forever. I was enthralled. Everything came back to me, if anyone had looked at me they would have seen tears streaming down my face. I couldn't tell you if they were from the joy of finally seeing her or sadness of not being able to talk to her. When Super Trouper came on (In case you don't know, a main lyric in the chorus of Super Trouper is "But I wont feel blue, Like I always do, 'Cause somewhere in the crowd there's you") I realized I couldn't break up with her despite how miserable waiting for something so indefinite was making me. I told myself I'd run outside as soon as it ended but something stopped me. When everyone walked to the doors to meet the cast, I didn't exactly choose to walk with them but I didn't stop the crowd from pulling me in that direction. Then we locked eyes. I swear to you it was something out of a rom-com: A huge crowd of people, her in a brightly colored dress, a clear path between us. We slowly walked towards each other and it was the most beautiful moment I would relive a trillion times over if I hadn't already done so in my head. We hugged and just stood there in each other's arms for a moment, my mind was completely empty and my vision was blurry. I felt safe, peaceful, happy, even, for the first time in a month. I couldn't get words out, I stepped back a bit and she looked up at me with those big beautiful green eyes. An apologetic look, but one of awe. I said a jumbled mix of "that was amazing," "you're amazing," "you're so beautiful," "I love you," etc. I remember she chuckled a little bit through her "thank you's." Then she had to go before her parents saw me. I thought that was what I needed to keep going. Keep waiting for her but it's just so much harder now. I've asked about exchanging handwritten letters, but she'd be in trouble if her mom found out. I want to forget about her but I can't, I "want" to break up with her but I can't make myself, I just want to talk to her but I can't. I want to her her voice. I love her but I don't know how long I can wait, there's no date she's supposed to get ungrounded and it doesn't seem like any time soon. Even worse, I might be moving about 1,000 miles across the country in 3 months and I don't know how much time I 'd have left with her. I want to laugh with her and cry with her. I just want to hold her one more time before it's over. I know we're young. I know it was never going to last forever. But she's my first love and she means so much more to me than I ever expected, completely warped what I had ever dreamed of love feeling like. I want to hold onto that feeling just a little longer, I just don't know if I can. I don't know if it's worth the complete misery. So what do you think? Do I hold out hope but face having to keep grieving maybe/maybe not loosing her, or definitely lose her but let myself grieve and move on?
TLDR: My girlfriend and I can't talk to each other and I don't know if I should break up with her or not.

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Like the title, is there harm in letting her spin as much as she likes? I don’t spin, the word even makes me sick. But my kid does all the time. I mainly stop her from doing it in the kitchen while I’m cooking as it’s dangerous, or if she had food in her mouth. She’s very low support, almost passes. Well.. I think she does but I guess I wouldn’t truly know. I kinda don’t want her doing it as it’s such an in your face thing, but I also don’t want her to hurt her self.

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When I set out on my first goal of getting $10k it seemed very big and overwhelming. When you are living paycheck to paycheck and struggling that is A LOT of money and a big shift from the current situation
Thinking about $10k would get me excited but after working really hard for a couple weeks and barely seeing any progress I would get discouraged and would fall off.
What I found was that you need to break down these goals into daily, weekly, and monthly challenges or goals.
I would create challenges such as "let's see if we could spend $20 less this week?" or "I wonder if I could save $50 this week by cutting some things out"
I would also set small goals such as getting my first 100, 250, 500, 1k, and so on. Having smaller goals that are just out of reach makes it much easier to follow through because you are getting little victories along the way.
Before you know it you'll have 10k in the bank.
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Hello, on March 2nd I applied and was accepted to move into an apartment on March 14th. I paid them 200$ for an admin fee and 200$ for a security deposit. And I turned on the electric for the 13th
On March 13th they called me and pushed the move in date a week to March 21st. March 20th night they changed the unit and pushed the date again and said they'd call me later to confirm. They never did so I called on the 23rd (thursday) at 5pm and said I had to change utilities to the new unit to move.
And I had not signed a lease still, and the electric company wouldn't let me switch units without a lease I called and asked for the lease an hour before the electric place closed for the 3 day weekend and still never sent it to me. Which would have pushed the move in date to today.
I ended up at a different complex that let me move in same day because my lease at my old apartment was going to be over.
The complex that kept pushing the date will not give me my security deposit, my admin fee or the 50$ I had to pay in electricity because they told me to turn it on. She says it states they don't do refunds for cancelations in the lease... but i never signed a lease or was told there was no refunds. Can I do anything about this?
Living I'm arizona

I see a lot of people venting here. I am not trying to show off that I got selected. But I want to cheer all of you up by sharing my story. No matter you got selected or not, there is always a path forward. It can be L1, CPT, another degree, etc. Don’t let one failure strike you down! Also I see most of you here are Indians and I want to share my experience as a Chinese.
My OPT started in 2022. In 2022 lottery I did not get selected. So I started STEM OPT. My previous employer, in short words, is not a good company. Therefore in late 2022, I switched to a F500 company and here starts all the drama.
As you may know, economy is BAD now. I mean BAD BAD. So my company is doing hiring freezes, cutting headcount, and all that. That did not work well for me as I am trying to convince them to spend money on my H1B application. Obviously it did not go too well. They are saying things like “you got another year on OPT don’t worry”, “we don’t have the budget for your application now”, and like “we can’t bet budgets on a 22% chance”. Meanwhile my company is very competitive. So other colleagues are obviously using this as an excuse to get the funding/headcount/resources of my projects away. I was under a lot of stress both for myself and my team…
Long story short, after long long politic games and other pointless arguments, my manager finally approved my petition on the night of 3/10. Seems short right? As you have to go through internal processes, compliance check, LCA and all that, so this is a very crazy timing. Fragomen finally reached out to me on 3/14 morning. I rushed through all my documents, questionnaires, and other stuffs. And finally got my H1B lottery registered on 3/17. If I am not mistaken that is literally the last day of the registration.
And then it is the waiting game. Not too long for me though lol. Finally today I received an email saying I am selected. All those stress and fear go away in a split of a second.
Meanwhile, I do feel kind of unfair after reading through your post saying they can get 8 entries while I fight over so much to get one….

So I researched a bit and want to know it the build I have planned makes any sense,
So first things first, I'm on the lower budget side of things so I was thinking about a 3060 ti or a 3070 would be enough for my renders (my logic for buying this over a higher end GPU is because I was thinking in the future if I need more VRAM I can buy the same card (maybe even cheeper since it would be in the future)
Oviously I will need a mobo that supports two GPUs, but I'm not sure if I should get a 1700 and a 12700 (so in the future I can upgrade to a 13900) or just go for a 1200 and a 10700 (and maybe upgrade to a 11900 if that's even worth doing)
I'm thinking 32gb of ram 2x 16gb sticks ( so I can add another 2x 16gb sticks if I need to) Whether the sticks are ddr4 or ddr5 would depend on the mobo I choose, I'm not sure if I should keep that into consideration.
And I'm thinking about going for a 1000w PSU so I don't have to change it when I get another GPU, or a 850w for now.
I have the feeling I might be going to hard on some aspects while neglecting others, Please let me know if I can maybe save some money on some components and use it on others (if that makes sense)
Thanks for reading

ATTENTION DEEP SPACE NINE SUBREDDIT:
Dukat's morals have been getting tossed around comment threads but within the past 2 weeks I've explained my stance on Dukat multiple times so let's just rip this Band-Aid off. (Let's keep it respectful, even though this may get messy)
Dukat apologists: Explain yourself why Dukat deserves this statue. If it's a real argument, be prepared to defend it.
Dukat detractors: Less of an ask. In my opinion, the answers on this side will largely be the same.
See someone that already put it perfectly for you? Just upvote that comment and toss a 👍 on it if you want.
Be hilarious. Be serious. But, be civil. Get it all out. I want to gauge shared opinions.
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As I sit here alone in my living room, I can feel as if someone else is in this space with me. Hiding. Taking glances from afar. I can feel a negative energy, something strange. I downloaded an app on my phone that allows spirits to speak into it and it uses the energy around my phone to generate words. So every night I've been turning it on and letting it run its course. Some words don't make any sense but when I ask questions, the responses I get back are enough to make you question everything. To me this presence feels dark in nature. One day I got the word demon and it made me feel very unsettled. Whatever this presence is it likes to hang out in the bedroom and stalk the hallway to the bathroom. That's where I feel the most energy and out of my peripherals I can see it standing in the dark hallway. Just staring at me. And if I look closely I swear something is moving in the darkness. Being in my bedroom has left me feeling uneasy. So I've been sleeping in the living room. It's the only place in this apartment that I feel safe.

dating while not over an ex
inability to demonstrate kindness in a conversation
dating others simultaneously (then i'll just switch to sex only mode)
lack of punctuality
unending sarcasm
... i would communicate the displeasure, if there's no apology and only justification for their behavior, I'd let them know to keep it up then just ignore them right after that

i just let a stream of consciousness go here touching on areas that seemed relevant. i usually type as enfp and identify with ennegram 2.
i am a pretty creative person. i love things that are not connected to reality; i like making creatures, new worlds. usually if i go into a situation where im going to make something (like a drawing) i will start with an idea then envision something else halfway through and make that instead. i will often naturally connect the things i make. as in characters i create will naturally integrate into a larger world. i feel bogged down by creating things with explicit purposes, whether for integration into an imaginary world or for literal things, like bowls for example. nothing around me is ever what it is and this line of operation extends into all areas of my life, not just artistically. i describe it as seeing "worlds within worlds". when it comes to existential matters i am very impersonal. i dont allow my emotions to influence what i see as the reality of things, which is why nihilism and absurdism appeal to me. when interacting with others my goal is to excite them and to make them feel safe and good about themselves and honestly me. i am attentive to what i think people need, though, not so much for what they outright say they need. when it comes to learning new things, i will often connect other broad concepts to them, or i will connect them to other broader concepts. this happens naturally and in the moment. i tend to look for the meaning behind everything, and i have it in me to be judgmental towards those who i see as superficial. the world is definitely more of a reflection of my inner perception than it is something i take at face value, and at times i can miss more concrete matters. i get anxious watching tv shows that are more realistic and need a sense of wonder and curiosity to stay interested. i like the spirit of things often. for example, i joke that i always loved gross school lunches as a concept, because of what archetype i felt they represented. I CAN BE VERY PRETENTIOUS. typing this out i might just fucking suck lol thank you for the help. if there is anything else i am down to answer questions.

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Hello everyone,
I am currently a Local LEO with 5 years of experience on patrol in a smaller, suburban police department. Not much opportunities for investigations or “detective” style work which I want to do eventually.
I am looking into an opportunity to work full time at a county drug task force as an investigator. The only issue is that it pays $65,000 per year and my current job is $90,000. It wouldn’t put a huge strain on our family financially, but we’d have to cut back some.
I’m unsure if I should make the move or if it’d be worth it if down the road if I’d like to work state or federal as a special agent and to get some investigation experience.
Some perks of the job would be normal hours, 8-4 M-F weekends and holidays off. Also a take home car, newer Ford Explorer. My current job is 12 hour shifts rotating days and nights/weekends. Please let me know what your thoughts are!

I have a friend on World of Tanks Blitz. He also has a brother that plays, too. I'm a 15 yo male, my friend is a 12 yo male, and his brother is 13. I was talking to his brother via the game's chat systems, and I asked him if he had a phone or email.
He said that he did not have a phone. Okay, that's normal. I did not get my phone until I was 14. He then said that he had an Email, but his mother did not want him giving it out to anyone. That was also understandable.
I asked him if we could arrange something where I could chat over text with his mom to show her that I'm not a pedophile or something. He told me that his mom would never be open to that. I thought "okay, well that sucks". I gave him my email and phone number anyways incase in the future she might change her ways.
I informed him that I had a TikTok and YouTube channel that he could check out. What he told me is what im concerned about. He said that his mom did not let him watch YouTube videos and only occasionally would pull up a Minecraft tutorial for him if he asked nicely. He was not allowed on YouTube otherwise.
I find this to be very concerning. What do you think I should do? I like playing with those two. They are very kind and I don't find a lot of people like that online. I'm afraid that they'll log off one day just to never come back online. I don't want to lose them. Please help. Please.

Hi all,
So I’d managed to get a bit of time up and hadn’t had a drink this year. Until last night. I have a regular activity on Tuesday nights and last year my habit was to buy drinks on the way home and watch tv and drink.
Last night, for whatever reason, that desire was there again and I let myself give in to it. I’ve also been taking Antabuse on and off since January.
Well last night I thought I was going to die. Started with a rash and difficulty breathing. Feeling hot. It very quickly led to vomiting and vomiting and vomiting. I couldn’t stop. I vaguely remember just sitting in the shower and repeatedly vomiting all over myself. I very quickly started having a feeling of impending doom. I honestly thought I was going to die.
I’ve woken up this morning to a flooded bathroom, a toilet full of vomit, a bath full of vomit and a shower full of vomit. I’m not angry at myself for drinking. We lapse. We get up. But today I feel sad, a little sick and lonely. Last night scared the shit out of me and today I don’t know what to do with myself.

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They Will Be Happy - by Uncle Screwtape (CHO) (substack.com)

They Will Be Happy

Part 1:

I woke up this morning feeling well-rested and refreshed, but also slightly disoriented. As I opened my eyes, I remembered where I was; in my sleeper pod, a device that has become as commonplace as a backpack, or a binder for students. It's hard to imagine a time when people didn't use them, when we didn't understand the impact that our actions had on the environment.
It's a responsibility we take seriously, and one that we're taught from a young age. It's frustrating to think that some of our parents don't understand the urgency of the situation. They seem content to live in the past, ignorant of the harm that's been done, but I won't let their complacency deter me from doing what's right. I'll continue to do my part, to use my voice and my actions to make a positive impact. And perhaps, with time and education, they'll come to see that this isn't just a passing trend; it's a necessity for survival.
The farming and cultivation of meat is almost non-existent now, given the exorbitant carbon costs associated with it. On the bright side, the preparation and cultivation of insects has advanced to such a degree that most people can barely tell the difference. I used to be hesitant about the idea, but now I enjoy my cricket granola bars and mealworm tacos just as much as I used to enjoy traditional meat-based dishes.
I make my way to The Girls Dormitory, and I can’t help but appreciate how clean and modern everything looks. It’s a testament to the fact that even small changes in our habits can make a massive difference. We share community spaces to cut back on carbon, and everyone commits to using as few cosmetics as possible once again as a way to save the planet, but also to go light on our individual carbon credit allotments. It's the little things that add up, and I'm proud to be a part of a community that takes these issues seriously. Inside the dormitory, I was greeted by my fellow residents, all of whom were equally committed to the cause. We chatted and caught up on our day, I couldn't help but feel a sense of camaraderie. It's not just about saving the planet; it's about coming together to create a better future for everyone.
After a long day of classes, I find myself eagerly anticipating the protest I'm attending after school. It's a rally to promote positive vibes within the trans community, and as an “ally,” it's my responsibility to show up and show lend support. It's not always easy to make time for activism, especially when there are so many other demands on my time, but I know that it's important to prioritize this cause. I make my way to the protest reflecting on how far we've come as a society. The world outside my sleeper pod is not perfect, but it's a far cry from the world my parents grew up in. There is greater awareness and acceptance of marginalized communities, and more and more people are willing to stand up and fight for what's right.
Still, there is much work to be done, and it's up to all of us to fight for their rights and dignity. I'm proud to be a part of this movement, to use my privilege and voice to amplify their message. I'm struck by the energy and passion of the crowd. People from all walks of life have come together to stand in solidarity, and there's a sense of hope and determination in the air; a belief that we can make a difference, and that we can create a better world for all.
I remember the day when the President's daughter came out as transgender. It was all over the news, and there was so much talk about it in my school. As someone who considers themselves an ally to the LGBTQ+ community, I was so happy to see someone in such a powerful position be open and honest about who they are. It gave me hope that one day, people won't have to hide who they are and can live their lives authentically. I admire her because she knew that by coming out, she would be under a lot of scrutiny, but she did it anyway because it was the right thing to do. I think that's what makes her a hero in my eyes.
There has been a slow but noticeable rise in “Phoenix Pods” popping up around the city. These pods offer a painless and dignified way for people with chronic illnesses to end their suffering, and at the same time, they provide a sustainable solution to the issue of burial space. The idea of being planted back into the earth and becoming part of the planet itself is actually quite beautiful, if you think about it. I know some people are uncomfortable with the idea of assisted suicide, but I see it as a brave and selfless act. These individuals are taking on the responsibility of reducing their carbon footprint and easing the strain on our already overburdened planet. It's a sacrifice that shouldn't be taken lightly, but I can't help but admire the courage and conviction of those who choose this path. A person who decides to use the pod also has the option to give their remaining carbon credits to friends and family allowing them to escape climate debt and live more meaningful lives.
I couldn't help but feel a sense of awe as I watched The President’s daughter use one of these pods on a livestream. It was a somber moment, to be sure, but it was also a powerful statement of commitment to Mother Earth. I feel a sense of pride in the way that my generation has embraced this new technology as a solution to the population crisis. These devices have become the symbol of hope and sacrifice, a way for people to take responsibility for their impact on the planet and to leave behind a legacy of stewardship. Her passing was a call to action, a reminder that we all have a role to play; and in the aftermath of her death, there was a renewed sense of urgency and commitment to the cause. The moment was bittersweet, but I can’t help but feel hopeful for the future. Her sacrifice has become a powerful tool for change, and she has shown the world that sometimes the greatest act of courage is to let go.
My family is in debt because they don’t understand the way we do things now. They can't properly recycle, and they use far too much energy. I have tried to talk to them about it, but bad habits are difficult for people to change. I love my life, my friends, and my family but if I was to enter one of The Phoenix Pods, it could make a difference. It could help my family become carbon neutral again. I could be reborn as part of the earth again, and my body can nourish the plants and animals in my local community. It’s a beautiful cycle.
The process itself is clean and efficient. Every part of the body is used to create sustainable resources that can help the rest of humanity thrive. Your body is turned into energy and fertilizer, and anything that can’t be used will be broken down over time. Finally, there is a message board online for only those who decide to use The Phoenix Pods, and you get to make one final statement. Something to leave behind for those who wish to remember your noble sacrifice, or a fond farewell to loved ones.
One would think that thoughts of suicide would have me emotionally distraught, but I feel a sense of peace. I have found a way to take responsibility for my actions, and to make a positive impact on the world around me. I know that not everyone will understand, but I do. Am I willing to do what was necessary to save The Earth? To set my family free? To give back some of what I have already taken?
As I read blogs and message boards, I realize that I'm not alone. There are others like me, who see the value in taking responsibility for our actions, and who want to make a positive impact. Together, maybe we could create change, and perhaps even inspire others to do the same. I know that my decision will not be easy, and that there will be those who will judge and condemn me for it. I also know that I am doing what is right, not just for myself, but for those who will come after me.
I researched the different types of pods available and came across some that are designed for multiple people. The idea of leaving this world with my friends by my side gives me a sense of comfort. We could support each other through the process and leave this world as a community. Are my friends having similar thoughts? Perhaps, we could make the decision together, and in doing so, create a ripple effect that would inspire others to take action in this wonderful act of bravery and love. Love for the planet, and love for those around me who would be impacted by my choices, and love for those who have yet to understand what we are fighting for.