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General Discussion / Let’s simplify this for everyone: If free trade means everyone wins..
« Last post by YAX on April 29, 2025, 11:36:34 PM »Removing free trade means everyone loses. Think about it.
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General Discussion / It's considered an average egg price just last year but it's a GREAT price now
« Last post by theking on April 29, 2025, 11:30:37 PM »...But gotta sign up with Safeway stores...to get that special price... 
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General Discussion / I'm sure Hmong in MN & WI use more but as a homeowner I hardly use this feature
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General Discussion / Will this new truck's price remain @ $25k or changes like the Cyber Truck??
« Last post by theking on April 29, 2025, 11:15:30 PM »CEO of Jeff Bezos-backed EV startup explains how it'll make the affordable $25,000 pickup no one else can
With the average cost of a new car edging toward the $50,000 mark, affordable, basic transportation is becoming increasingly difficult for many Americans.
Slate, a new EV startup backed by Jeff Bezos, believes its new $25,000 pickup truck, which could cost less than $20,000 with tax credits, could help change that, its CEO, Chris Barman, told Business Insider.
"There's a massive population of people out there when it comes to safe, reliable, affordable transportation; there just really aren't many alternatives for them," Barman said in an interview ahead of the unveiling of the new EV this week.
A $25,000 price point would mean achieving something the current EV sales king, Tesla, has been unable to do. Elon Musk has long teased consumers with the prospect of a $25,000 Tesla model, but there's no firm timeline for its release.
With the average cost of a new car edging toward the $50,000 mark, affordable, basic transportation is becoming increasingly difficult for many Americans.
Slate, a new EV startup backed by Jeff Bezos, believes its new $25,000 pickup truck, which could cost less than $20,000 with tax credits, could help change that, its CEO, Chris Barman, told Business Insider.
"There's a massive population of people out there when it comes to safe, reliable, affordable transportation; there just really aren't many alternatives for them," Barman said in an interview ahead of the unveiling of the new EV this week.
A $25,000 price point would mean achieving something the current EV sales king, Tesla, has been unable to do. Elon Musk has long teased consumers with the prospect of a $25,000 Tesla model, but there's no firm timeline for its release.
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General Relationship / Wow, women are one of the biggest mysteries in the world but this guy nailed it?
« Last post by theking on April 29, 2025, 11:11:33 PM »Single Women Are Absolutely Losing Their Minds Over This Man's Spot-On Analysis Of Women Who Like Being Alone
https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/single-women-absolutely-losing-minds-173135663.html
As a woman who thoroughly enjoys her alone time, I was absolutely floored by a recent TikTok video from Éros Brousson, aka @gettothepointbro, explaining what it's like to date a woman who is used to being alone. The video has gone mega-viral, with women saying he "knows too much," calling him a "spy," and revealing they've been "exposed."
Éros started out by saying, "Some women have been single for so long, they don't date anymore. They grant you access to their peaceful little empire like a reluctant queen handing you a visitor's badge."
@gettothepointbro / Via tiktok.com
"You think you’re gonna be her boyfriend?" he continued. "Bro, she’s sleeping diagonally in her bed for three years. She’s not giving up that territory because you opened the door and paid for a coffee. Her vibe is ‘I love the idea of you, but your physical presence is kind of ruining my aesthetic.’"
@gettothepointbro / Via tiktok.com
"You plan a cute date, she’s thinking, ‘That sounds nice, but also, I could stay home, deep clean my apartment, do a 12-step skincare routine, order sushi, and not have to listen to a man breathe.’"
He continues: "Romantic surprises? Risky. You show up unannounced with flowers? Cool. She already scheduled her evening: 2-hour bubble bath, wine, watching Pride and Prejudice for emotional stability. You’re not part of the itinerary, Jonathan."
@gettothepointbro / Via tiktok.com
"You try to check in emotionally. ‘How are you feeling?’ [you ask]. She’s feeling fantastic because you’re not here. When she says ‘I need space,’ she doesn’t mean ‘I am upset.' She means she wants to lie face down on her bed for three hours without explaining it to anyone," Éros said.
@gettothepointbro / Via tiktok.com
"You’re not competing with other guys," he continued. "There are no other guys. You’re competing with her weighted blanket, her peace, her cat named Chairman Meow, and the simple joy of not having to share her fries."
@gettothepointbro / Via tiktok.com
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"The second you cause even 0.0001% stress? Gone. Vanished. Back to her solo adventures and 87 unread therapy newsletters. ‘Are you okay?’ [you ask]. Yes. She’s thriving; she just booked a solo trip to Iceland while you were still composing your ‘Good morning, beautiful’ text."
@gettothepointbro / Via tiktok.com
Éros closed the video by saying, "Dating a [woman] who is used to being alone is not romance. It’s an extreme sport for your self-esteem."
A person with a beard and curly hair looks at the camera. Text reads, "it's an extreme sport for your self esteem."
@gettothepointbro / Via tiktok.com
Women were quick to praise Éros for his comments, hilariously noting it hit too close to home. "Ladies, there's been a security breach," one joked. "Put your places on lockdown."
Comment with a joke: "Ladies, there's been a security breach. Put your places on lockdown," followed by laughing emojis
@fabi / Via tiktok.com
"Alright, who's told him this info??? So exposed right now," said another.
"Love when a man realizes he's not competing against other people, he's competing to join a life that a woman has curated for herself."
Text about relationships: A man competes to join a woman's life, seeking to offer improvement, not compete with others
@t / Via tiktok.com
The TikTok video also made its way over to Twitter (now known as X), where even more women agreed. "Finally, a man who has read the current mood of women accurately," said one.
Tweet by Heidi N. Moore stating: "Finally, a man who has read the current mood of women accurately."
@moorehn / Via x.com
"That man is a SPY."
Tweet from '@alexissTyler': "Nahhhhhhhh that’s WAY too close to home. That man is a SPY."
@alexissTyler / Via x.com
"what he describes is so precisely accurate that he actually started to make me feel uncomfortable like he was a double agent ... if all men understood and accepted this, it would be such an insane game changer."
Tweet expressing that someone’s description was so precise it felt like they had inside information; wishes more men understood this for societal impact
@MissSassbox / Via x.com
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You can watch Éros's full video below, and follow him over on TikTok or Instagram.
And now, independent ladies — I have to know — does this video accurately represent how you feel about dating these days? And are you lying diagonally across your bed reading this right now? Let us know in the comments or anonymously in the Google form below.
https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/single-women-absolutely-losing-minds-173135663.html
As a woman who thoroughly enjoys her alone time, I was absolutely floored by a recent TikTok video from Éros Brousson, aka @gettothepointbro, explaining what it's like to date a woman who is used to being alone. The video has gone mega-viral, with women saying he "knows too much," calling him a "spy," and revealing they've been "exposed."
Éros started out by saying, "Some women have been single for so long, they don't date anymore. They grant you access to their peaceful little empire like a reluctant queen handing you a visitor's badge."
@gettothepointbro / Via tiktok.com
"You think you’re gonna be her boyfriend?" he continued. "Bro, she’s sleeping diagonally in her bed for three years. She’s not giving up that territory because you opened the door and paid for a coffee. Her vibe is ‘I love the idea of you, but your physical presence is kind of ruining my aesthetic.’"
@gettothepointbro / Via tiktok.com
"You plan a cute date, she’s thinking, ‘That sounds nice, but also, I could stay home, deep clean my apartment, do a 12-step skincare routine, order sushi, and not have to listen to a man breathe.’"
He continues: "Romantic surprises? Risky. You show up unannounced with flowers? Cool. She already scheduled her evening: 2-hour bubble bath, wine, watching Pride and Prejudice for emotional stability. You’re not part of the itinerary, Jonathan."
@gettothepointbro / Via tiktok.com
"You try to check in emotionally. ‘How are you feeling?’ [you ask]. She’s feeling fantastic because you’re not here. When she says ‘I need space,’ she doesn’t mean ‘I am upset.' She means she wants to lie face down on her bed for three hours without explaining it to anyone," Éros said.
@gettothepointbro / Via tiktok.com
"You’re not competing with other guys," he continued. "There are no other guys. You’re competing with her weighted blanket, her peace, her cat named Chairman Meow, and the simple joy of not having to share her fries."
@gettothepointbro / Via tiktok.com
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"The second you cause even 0.0001% stress? Gone. Vanished. Back to her solo adventures and 87 unread therapy newsletters. ‘Are you okay?’ [you ask]. Yes. She’s thriving; she just booked a solo trip to Iceland while you were still composing your ‘Good morning, beautiful’ text."
@gettothepointbro / Via tiktok.com
Éros closed the video by saying, "Dating a [woman] who is used to being alone is not romance. It’s an extreme sport for your self-esteem."
A person with a beard and curly hair looks at the camera. Text reads, "it's an extreme sport for your self esteem."
@gettothepointbro / Via tiktok.com
Women were quick to praise Éros for his comments, hilariously noting it hit too close to home. "Ladies, there's been a security breach," one joked. "Put your places on lockdown."
Comment with a joke: "Ladies, there's been a security breach. Put your places on lockdown," followed by laughing emojis
@fabi / Via tiktok.com
"Alright, who's told him this info??? So exposed right now," said another.
"Love when a man realizes he's not competing against other people, he's competing to join a life that a woman has curated for herself."
Text about relationships: A man competes to join a woman's life, seeking to offer improvement, not compete with others
@t / Via tiktok.com
The TikTok video also made its way over to Twitter (now known as X), where even more women agreed. "Finally, a man who has read the current mood of women accurately," said one.
Tweet by Heidi N. Moore stating: "Finally, a man who has read the current mood of women accurately."
@moorehn / Via x.com
"That man is a SPY."
Tweet from '@alexissTyler': "Nahhhhhhhh that’s WAY too close to home. That man is a SPY."
@alexissTyler / Via x.com
"what he describes is so precisely accurate that he actually started to make me feel uncomfortable like he was a double agent ... if all men understood and accepted this, it would be such an insane game changer."
Tweet expressing that someone’s description was so precise it felt like they had inside information; wishes more men understood this for societal impact
@MissSassbox / Via x.com
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You can watch Éros's full video below, and follow him over on TikTok or Instagram.
And now, independent ladies — I have to know — does this video accurately represent how you feel about dating these days? And are you lying diagonally across your bed reading this right now? Let us know in the comments or anonymously in the Google form below.
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The Single & Dating Scenes / They claimed these are clues that can unpack relationships that are considered
« Last post by theking on April 29, 2025, 11:06:28 PM »..."Situationship"...
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Can’t Tell If You’re in a Situationship? Let’s Unpack It.
You’ve been texting. You’ve been hooking up. You’ve maybe even met their dog or shared your Spotify Wrapped. But still… no one’s defined what, exactly, is going on between you. Welcome to the confusing, chaotic, occasionally fun world of situationships—a romantic or sexual connection that doesn’t come with a label. It’s more than a fling, less than a full-blown relationship, and firmly rooted in the land of WTF.
“Situationships reflect how dating today is often less about clear labels and more about nuance and emotional improvisation,” explains sex and relationship therapist Sarah Kelleher, LCSW. The term started floating around in the early 2000s but really took off during the pandemic, when people craved connection without the pressure of commitment. By 2023, Merriam-Webster officially added it to the dictionary, proof that we’ve fully entered the gray-area dating era.
According to Kelleher, a situationship “lives in the murky space between ‘just seeing each other’ and ‘being together,’ which can feel exciting, confusing, or both.” That ambiguity can actually be appealing if you’re avoiding commitment, traveling, or just not looking for anything serious. Mayla Green, the relationship advisor and co-founder of TheAdultToySho p.com, notes that sometimes people just want to be with someone and see where it goes—no definition necessary.
And while this might sound like a classic case of having your cake and eating it too, it’s not always as easy-breezy as romantic comedies make it seem. In fact, “situationships can become painful if you want something more…and they don’t,” says dating expert Jenna Birch.
Don’t worry—that’s where we come in. Whether you're deep in a situationship or just wondering if that’s what you can call what's happening, here’s how to know, what it means, and what to do if things get messy. Cue the rom-com montage music!
Signs of a Situationship
You’ve never had the talk.
You hang out. You hook up. You text each other memes like you’re low-key in love. But when it comes to defining the relationship? Crickets. According to Kelleher, situationships often involve consistent emotional or physical intimacy without a conversation about what it all means. If neither of you is saying the word “relationship,” you’re probably not in one.
Plans are last-minute or short-term.
You never plan to hang out—it just kind of happens. Maybe you grab drinks after work, maybe they show up at 10 p.m. with Thai food and no explanation. Cute? Sure. Consistent? Not really. If your “dates” are more spontaneous than intentional and there’s never any talk of the future, that’s classic situationship behavior.
You’re not integrated into each other’s lives.
If you’re sleeping together but have never met their friends, family, or roommate, pause. Situationships tend to exist in a bubble, says Kelleher—one that doesn’t include overlapping social circles, holiday plans, or tagged photos. You might know how they like their coffee, but not how they spend Thanksgiving.
You feel like you're on different pages.
Maybe you’ve hinted at wanting more, and they’ve dodged the convo. Or maybe they’re talking about meeting your parents and you’re like, “Wait, what?” Either way, a lack of alignment—emotional, logistical, or romantic—is a telltale sign that you’re floating in different directions with no map.
You’re constantly wondering where you stand.
You refresh your texts a little too often. You overthink every emoji. You’re trying to read between lines that don’t even exist. “There may be hesitation, vagueness, or avoidance when trying to define the relationship,” says Kelleher. If you’re living in a state of low-grade relationship anxiety, it might be time to zoom out and reassess.
There’s intimacy… but not much vulnerability.
Sure, you’ve seen each other naked. Maybe you even cuddle post-sex. But have you ever actually talked about your lives, your fears, your five-year plan? Probably not. A situationship can feel emotionally close on the surface, but often skips the deeper convos that build real intimacy.
You act like a couple, but avoid couple-y labels.
You do all the relationship things—movie nights, weekend trips, sharing a location—but the second someone calls them your partner, you both freeze. If it looks like a relationship and feels like a relationship but no one will say the word…that’s a situationship, folks.
You get jealous…but can’t say anything about it.
You saw them post a Story with someone else, and your stomach dropped. Or maybe they mention a Hinge date, and you smile through the pain. One of the biggest signs of a situationship? Feeling all the jealousy of a straying SO, with none of the “official” standing to express them.
They meet *a* need—but not all your needs.
It’s fun. It’s hot. It’s...not enough. You like them, but something always feels slightly off, like you’re stuck at 70 percent. You want consistency, vulnerability, maybe even a plus-one at your cousin’s wedding. But in a situationship, you often end up settling for just enough to keep hoping. If your needs—plural (and usually not the sexual ones)—are chronically unmet, then, says Kelleher, there’s a good chance you’ve entered into a situationship.
You keep hoping it’ll evolve—but nothing changes.
You’ve hinted. You’ve waited. Maybe you’ve even had a talk. But weeks (or months) later, nothing’s changed. “If being in the situationship has more cons than pros, or you find yourself toning down your needs just to stay in it, it might be time to reevaluate,” Kelleher says. Wanting clarity and connection isn’t “too much”—it’s basic respect.
The Pros and Cons of Situationships
Pros:
1. It’s low-pressure.
No need for “what are we?” talks or big relationship milestones if you’re not ready. According to Kelleher, “Situationships can definitely be healthy and freeing, especially if both people are on the same page and want something low-pressure and flexible. See? Not all bad!
2. You still get intimacy and connection.
You might not be DTR-ing, but you’re still cuddling, venting about your boss, and watching Love Is Blind together. You’re still feeling human touch and happiness and have someone to put your cold toes on. It’s all the cozy couple stuff—just… minus the couple label.
3. There’s room to just... be.
“Before situationships, it seemed like every relationship had a label on it,” notes Green. Being able to spend time with someone without a pre-set relationship track can feel liberating, especially if you’re figuring out what you want.
4. You get to keep your independence.
If you're in a season of ~me,~ a situationship can give you connection without compromising your freedom. That means fewer check-ins, no shared calendars, and plenty of solo time to do your thing.
5. It can help you clarify what you do want.
Sometimes, being in a situationship is the fastest way to realize you’re ready for more—or that you’re truly not. Think of it as a low-stakes space to explore what kind of connection actually works for you. Like, maybe you thought you wanted chill... until you found yourself spiraling over read receipts.
Cons:
1. It can be emotionally confusing.
One day, you’re cuddling and ordering takeout like a couple, the next, they’re dodging your texts. “Situationships can become painful when one person is hoping for more while the other is emotionally unavailable,” says Kelleher. That murkiness can mess with your head—and your heart.
2. Your needs might go unmet.
Sure, there’s some connection. But if you’re constantly craving more—more time together, more words of affirmation, more closeness—that means your needs probably aren’t being met. And they’re called needs for a reason. I hate to say it, but deprioritizing them for the sake of a situationship is a recipe for unhappiness.
3. It can erode your self-worth.
The more time you spend wondering if you’re “too much” for wanting clarity, the worse it can get. “Ambiguity begins to erode self-worth and emotional security,” says Kelleher. And when you start shrinking your needs to fit their availability? Major red flag.
4. It might keep you from something better.
Maybe you’re holding on, hoping it’ll change. Maybe it’s just comfortable. Either way, a situationship can prevent you from forming the kind of secure, affirming relationship you actually want. As Birch puts it, “If you want a commitment, having someone slot you low on their list of priorities is not going to feel fun.”
5. It delays the inevitable.
Even if you know they’re not going to give you what you want, it can be tempting to hang on. But dragging things out usually just prolongs the disappointment . The longer you wait for clarity that never comes, the harder it gets to walk away.
What to Do If You're in a Situationship
Okay, so you’ve confirmed it: You’re not in a relationship, not just casually hooking up, but very much in that gray, murky middle. Now what? The next steps depend entirely on what you want and how the other person fits into that vision. Here’s what to do, based on where your head (and heart) are at.
If you like being in a situationship. ..
Amazing! Then ride the wave. Just make sure it’s truly mutual. “Situationships can be healthy when both people are on the same page,” says Kelleher. That means checking in regularly, being clear about boundaries, and not leading anyone on.
Also: You’re allowed to enjoy the closeness and still want space. Just don’t forget that feelings can evolve—yours or theirs. So stay honest with yourself about how things feel over time.
If you’re hoping it becomes a relationship.. .
Start by getting real with yourself. Are they showing signs they want the same thing? Or are you clinging to the idea that one deep conversation (or excellent hookup) might change everything?
“Define the relationship over and over again, with frequent check-ins,” suggests Birch. That means initiating the talk—even if it’s scary. You’re not being needy; you’re being clear. And if the answer is “I don’t want anything serious”? Believe them. Your time and energy are worth more than waiting around for a maybe.
If you’re realizing it’s starting to hurt...
Be honest: Is this situationship making you feel anxious, undervalued, or stuck? “If your needs are consistently unmet and you're shrinking yourself to keep the peace,” Kelleher says, it's time to take a good, hard look at what’s going on here.
You don’t have to burn the bridge, but you *do* need to protect your peace. Try stepping back, setting firmer boundaries, or even cutting things off entirely if that's what feels right. You’re allowed to outgrow a connection, even if it once felt good.
If you’re the one who doesn’t want more...
Totally fair. Not everyone wants a capital-R Relationship, and that’s valid. But if the other person seems more invested or is clearly hoping things will “just naturally evolve,” you owe them clarity.
If you haven't already, “be open and honest about how you’re feeling and that you’re not ready to be in an exclusive relationship,” says therapist Heidi McBain. Whether you do it in person or via a well-crafted text, what matters is that you're kind and direct. (Example: “I’ve loved our time together, but I’m not looking for something serious right now.”)
The TL;DR? Dating is hard. But you deserve someone who texts back and makes brunch plans. So, whether you’re riding the situationship wave or ready to peace TF out, just remember: You’re not too much for wanting more—and you’re 100 percent allowed to ask for it.
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General Discussion / Re: Tourist most famous Pier 39 Fisherman's Wharf and business......
« Last post by theking on April 29, 2025, 10:19:45 PM »Not surprised as SF does suck at tackling crimes...and I've pointed that out several times on PH.
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Faith & Beliefs / Re: god is a liar… the serpent was being honest
« Last post by DuMa on April 29, 2025, 06:53:43 PM »Homeboy still thinking that adam and eve is still running around here, all naked and looking lost under Trump's care. 
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General Discussion / Tourist most famous Pier 39 Fisherman's Wharf and business......
« Last post by DuMa on April 29, 2025, 03:30:43 PM »I can not believe it. Like a ghost town
Lots of factors but some could be the viral rumor of car window break ins and homeless issues. Plus them SF politicians are so soft on crimes and they seems not to care or bail out these SF landmarks. It's a shame as I haven't been back to the fisherman's wharf in at least 10 years.
How can a world's iconic landmark be like this? This is crazy and sad.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtYx6OeFUkc&pp=ygUaZmlzaGVybWFuIHdoYXJmIHRlcm1pbmF0ZWQ%3D
Lots of factors but some could be the viral rumor of car window break ins and homeless issues. Plus them SF politicians are so soft on crimes and they seems not to care or bail out these SF landmarks. It's a shame as I haven't been back to the fisherman's wharf in at least 10 years.
How can a world's iconic landmark be like this? This is crazy and sad.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CtYx6OeFUkc&pp=ygUaZmlzaGVybWFuIHdoYXJmIHRlcm1pbmF0ZWQ%3D
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General Discussion / Re: Well, she is Hmong after all so the family factor should come naturally?
« Last post by DuMa on April 29, 2025, 03:23:38 PM »I would say as long as she the money flowing in then she's more happy.
I mean she could marry a hmong guy but you know how happy she would of been if this hmong guy is so typical that he rather goes fishing and hunting and neglect his family and kids.
I mean she could marry a hmong guy but you know how happy she would of been if this hmong guy is so typical that he rather goes fishing and hunting and neglect his family and kids.