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I've identified as asexual for multiple years now, and while there have definitely been difficult periods, I've always been at least okay with it. Recently, however, I had a friend confess feelings for me. I think I could have romantic feelings for them too, but I'm asexual and they made it clear that probably wouldn't work unless I was okay with an open relationship, which I don't think I would be. I completely understand their point of view, and getting over what could've been was honestly pretty simple since I don't think I was even super into them in the first place, just comfortable in a way. That being said, the situation did make me realize that there will be times in my life where I connect with someone and it can't work because of my identity. Dating an asexual isn't for everyone. I guess I just started to realize that as proud as I am to be asexual, it has been and will probably continue to be a barrier in my dating life. That realization has felt incredibly isolating, like my identity is connected to this personal loss. I would love to fall in love some day, but honestly the more I experience the more I worry if that's even in the cards. In fact, I sometimes wish I wasn't ace so I wouldn't have to worry about my identity ruining what otherwise could've been a fulfilling relationship. I know ace people can and do date, but I've never gotten to experience that myself and I'm honestly just getting increasingly discouraged. Any advice on how to navigate these feelings?

I'm a rising freshman who currently plans to study Biology, with an integrated major in Environment, Sustainability, & Policy. However, I've always been very artistically inclined. When I was younger, I was determined to go to school for either film or theatre. A lot of my friends are also artistic, and as they pursue their dreams and artistic degrees I can't help but wonder what could've been if I hadn't given up on something so important to me for the sake of pursuing a different path. That being said, I do have a genuine interest in environmental science. I wouldn't say it's even close to the passion, inspiration, and motivation I get from theatre and film. Getting a degree in biology would also undeniably open more doors for me, and I'm planning to minor in theatre either way. I guess I'm mainly just looking to hear from people who did radio, television, and film. Is it worth it? Could that turn into a real career? My program wouldn't be as artistic as standard film school but more technical, which I'm hoping could help me get a job in broadcast or something if filmmaking doesn't work out.

Hello, I'm trying to remember what this book I once read was called. I've been googling it, but I can't find it anywhere. Here's what I remember: (TW)

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- The story had two main characters/two middle aged women and the chapters were told from alternating perspectives.

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- one woman had a six year old daughter who was murdered, and her husband died very shortly after due to suicide.

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- said woman had lost her job and spent most of her time trying to find her daughters attacker, since the case went cold

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- The other woman had been attacked in her home and was stabbed, but lived.

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- there was a detective/officer that was consistent between the two storylines

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- the plot took place in NYC

Basically exactly what the title asks. I've had no fights on my island so far, the most I've gotten is miis simply leaving conversations mildly upset/sad. I also haven't had any couples fight or split up. I'm getting mildly bored from the lack of drama on my island. Is there any way to encourage/trigger more dramatic events?

Warning in advance, this might be kinda long. I'm a senior about to graduate highschool. I love theatre more than anything, and it's one of the only things I can see myself doing (and truly loving) as a career. I'd be content working in theatre in any capacity. I don't need to be the lead in some huge production to consider myself successful, I just want a place on stage or behind the scenes (I love performing, working tech crew, writing for the stage, there's not a part of the process I don't love). I've definitely thought about majoring in theatre, but I'm not delusional. I know it would be insanely difficult to make a career out of, and that I'd basically be signing up for unstable work and bad pay for most, if not all, of my career. Sometimes I feel like I'm up for the challenge, sometimes I feel like it would be better to give up/only do community theatre as a hobby.

The only other thing that's really stuck as a potential major/career path outside of the creative world is environmental science. I wouldn't say I'm as passionate about it as I am about theatre, but I definitely have a solid interest in it and I can see myself enjoying working in that field long term. Unfortunately, while science work is arguably more stable, this career faces its own uncertainty. Budget cuts, pay, stability, all of these factors effect environmental science too.

I guess what I'm stuck on is deciding if I should pursue my dream, or the more logical interest if I'm gonna face similar challenges regardless, should I just go after what I truly want to pursue? Or is that too unrealistic, and should I try and find my footing in my plan B?

As the title states, I'm basically just looking for advice or perspectives from current environmental science students & professionals. I'm a rising college freshman, and I'm considering studying Biology and Environment, Sustainability, & Policy. I know environmental science is an incredibly broad field, and I don't know what specifically I'd like to do in it (if the industry is right for me at all). Here are some things I'm looking for in a career (I'm aware this is idealistic and probably unrealistic list, so some of these I can compromise on):

- decent pay. I don't need to make tons of money or be particularly rich, but ofc I'd like to be able to live comfortably

- at least some flexibility. I have a lot of hobbies I don't want to give up, as well as the desire to travel, so work life balance is quite important to me.

- limited screen time. I'm aware this is hard to find, and I honestly don't mind doing work on computers or other devices for part of my job, I just don't want to sit at a desk staring at a computer screen for hours on end each day.

- something that'll keep me active and interacting with other people/the world around me. As mentioned above, the last thing I want is a 9-5 desk job cubicle situation.

- something that'll make me feel like I'm contributing something positive to society/helping people, basically the "make the world a better place" thing (as cringy as that sounds)

If anyone has experience with environmental careers that fit all or most of these criteria or have some advice to offer in terms of careers to look into, that would be much appreciated!