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Search Results: taking control
Monthly Marriage relationship?
A big problem with marriage is the realization that "we got" this other person. "Love" (control) takes hold, obligations and responsibilities, working together. Then the expectations start, the annoyances, frustrations of...
A Love Letter To Our Men
(Optional) Background: As a female I grew up learning how to communicate differently, groups of female friends are small and we focused on uniting where we communicate roles to be played and learn to be cooperative. I saw...
sugarchateau
Yoda Age: 31 How do I improve my attitude?
Okay, so lately, I've been trying to open up about having a chronic illness because I feel that I've held it as a secret for long enough. Before I get into that, I had a heated argument a few months ago with someone, and...
Anonymous
(25-29) Is it normal for bloating to occur when taking Birth Control?
About 7 months or so ago I began taking the birth control pill and I noticed that during the time when I don't take the "active" pills, I'm not bloated, however, when I take the active pills, I notice that I get bloated...
sackofpotatoes23
Xper 2 Age: 23 Do you believe its a 'prayer rug"?
https://www.salon.com/2019/01/18/trump-pushes-racist-conspiracy-theory-that-prayer-rugs-were-found-at-border/ President Trump pushed a claim made by an anonymous rancher to a conservative news outlet about “prayer...
legalboxers
Editor Age: 49 
Best friend is taking advantage of her key to my apartment. Help?
I gave my best friend a key to my apartment. It's mostly for emergencies so she can let my dog out or whatever. But she's started using it in a way that she won't tell me when she is coming over. We hang out once a week...
Anonymous
(30-35) Love for My Black History Month
In recognition of the approaching USA Black History month, I thought I'd explore my own black history! I'm not black, I'm some kinda cream color. Can you relate this to your own life experiences and prejudices? To me, we...
Anonymous
(45 Plus) How I Maintain Independence: Remain Empowered
Disclaimer: I am not telling anyone how they should be. (I think this can apply to guys, if they want it to). 1. Keep a healthy standard with my words and actions. A) Follow through with promises I made with myself,...
sugarchateau
Yoda Age: 31 This comment really pissed me off, why is it masculine, manly, to be in control of your life, your destiny, etc?
I read this somewhere and this is what it said: "We as men are driven biologically and socially to be in control of our lives, decide what we want and take action. Women are wired and conditioned to wait around and...
Anonymous
(36-45) Some Imperial advices for the young conservative White men who feel HOPELESS in this Modern World
I will start this Take by wishing a happy 2019 for all you GAGers! This Take is intended for all those young conservative White men who feel that they have got stuck in the "cultural war" and seem to be skeptical about...
EmperorOfRussia
Explorer Age: 38 What should I do?
So we have been dating for a little of 6 months but her attitude has been taking a real toll on our relationship. She moved in with me about 3 months ago and has been a reall Bi*ch since. I was in the army and my ex left...
TitusAlexis
Xper 5 Age: 28 What I Conclude From Jeff Bezos's Divorce
Here's What I learned from Bezos's Divorce 1. Marriage is Unpredictable & Volatile Jeff Bezos's marriage to Mackenzie ending after 25 years of marriage showed me how marriage is unpredictable & volatile. Hence I believed...
Shiningtempest
Yoda Age: 30 Why I Don't Think Gun-Control Is The Solution
Hey everyone. I'm going to start by saying that yes, this is a very controversial topic, and I know people are going to disagree with me, and that's perfectly okay. We're all entitled to our own opinion here, but I do ask...
Anonymous
(18-24) Do You Want To Change Your Life?
It's the start of a new year, and with that, a lot of people begin assessing their lives and trying to decide what they want for themselves in the new year, but the problem with this is so many do not get beyond this...
BeeNee
Editor Age: 43 Do you think a man is a bad guy for taking control in a relationship? Old gender roles?
My cousin is disgusted by the fact that I tell girls I'm looking for a submissive woman and that I will be the head of the relationship. Not sure why, its better than lying to them and I dont like to waste my time. But I...
Anonymous
(36-45) Growing up with a narcissistic mother & subsequent abuse
Hi. I haven't really posted in forever because I have a real life and deal with real life things. However, seeing as the holiday season has just passed, I was once again reminded I do not have a normal family. I didn't...
Mommy Track Versus Career Track And The Record Low US Fertility Rate
The fertility rate in the United States – measuring births per woman – fell sharply from 1960 through the 1970s and never recovered. According to World Bank statistics, in 1960 there were 3.65 births per woman in the...
MementoMori_
Yoda Age: 31 My boyfriend has psychopathic tendencies?
So my boyfriend was telling me how he has psychopathic tendencies. he's a shy kid who is socially awkward. Weve been together a year. And I asked him about it and he said "I don't think about cutting people up" he said...
Anonymous
(25-29) Stop Looking At Her and Just Be Her 10
I’m going to make this as simple as possible. A lot of guys may disagree, but this is what I learned from dating super hot 10’s. It’s fair to ask how I got to date super 10’s, the answer is rather simplistic. I was a...
Knighted2170
Yoda Age: 55 Drug Addiction! Is This Your Final Cry For Help?
WHY I CARE ABOUT YOU First because you are a human being, you are an important part of the community you are in and that is important to me and to everyone that lives in your community with you. The nature, makeup, health...
laurieluvsit
Master Age: 31 