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I've been struggling to lose weight for years, and I can't figure out why. I started exercising seriously in late 2020 at around 60 kg. By mid-2021, I had lost about 8 kg and reached 52 kg, but after that I gradually regained the weight. Since then, I've been stuck in a cycle of losing a few kilograms, gaining them back, and each time ending up slightly heavier than before. Now, in 2026, I'm 20 years old and weigh 73 kg. And now I don't seem to lose fat anymore.

Some info about me-

I have Pcod.

I don't really eat much junk food like burgers, momos and cold drinks ( I don't like the taste)

In junk food- I eat fries, maagi, chocolates, icecream, and chips

I also drink tea 2-3 times in a day

Any advice and motivation on losing weight...

I am really tired and sad

Pretend to be my bestfriend in commentss

Hey everyone! I'm currently working on my male lead, and one of my biggest inspirations is Kenji Kishimoto. However, I don't want to copy him, I want to create a character who feels original while capturing the same sense of natural brilliance. My protagonist is a gifted detective type character with exceptional observation, deduction, and analytical skills.

I know characters like Kenji are incredibly difficult to write convincingly, so I'd love some advice from experienced writers.

What should I keep in mind when writing a naturally genius detective character like this? How do you make their intelligence feel earned and believable rather than making everyone else seem incompetent? What common mistakes should I avoid, and are there any techniques or resources you'd recommend for writing highly intelligent characters?

I'd really appreciate any tips or examples. Thanks!

Hi,

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I believe consistent and thoughtful content can make a real difference for local businesses, and I'd love the chance to contribute to your growth. I'm ready to put in the effort, learn what works for your audience, and help build your Instagram presence step by step.

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I don't really know what to feel anymore. I'm just tired, upset, and frustrated all the time. This has been on my mind every day for years, and I feel like I can't get it out of my system. I also don't feel like I have anyone I can really talk to about it.

I've been overweight for a long time, and for the last few years I've been trying to lose weight. I did lose weight once a few years ago, but I gained it back. Since then, it's been a cycle of losing a few kilos, gaining them back, trying again, and feeling stuck.

This year feels different because I can't even seem to get started. Before, even when I struggled, I could at least stay consistent for a few days or weeks. Now I feel stuck before I even begin. It's frustrating because I don't feel like I eat very differently from the people around me. I mostly eat normal home-cooked food, the same kind of food my family eats.

The biggest problem isn't even just my weight anymore. It's the comments.

I live in a joint family, so there are always people around. For years, I've heard comments, advice, suggestions, and jokes about my weight. Some people think they're helping. Some people are joking. Some people are serious. But no matter what their intention is, it always reminds me of the same thing.

Because of this, whenever I'm around family, I almost feel anxious before anyone has even said anything. Part of me is constantly thinking:

"Please don't mention my weight today."

"Please don't make me the topic of conversation."

"Please don't joke about it."

Even when we're all sitting together normally, that thought is in the back of my mind.

Sometimes people joke about my weight and everyone laughs. Sometimes they make comments that seem small to them but don't feel small to me. Sometimes they give advice I didn't ask for. Sometimes they talk about it as if it's just a normal topic.

When those comments happen, I feel attacked.

I know they may not see it that way. I know many of them love me. I love them too. That's part of why this is so confusing. I know they don't necessarily mean to hurt me, but I still get hurt.

Most of the time I stay quiet because I don't know how to respond. Many of these people are older than me, and I don't feel comfortable talking back to them. Even when I do try to reply, it feels like they always have something stronger to say back. If I explain myself, they have more advice. If I say it hurts, they say they're joking. If I say I've tried, they tell me to try harder.

After hearing the same things for years, I feel like I've lost the energy to keep defending myself.

What hurts is that people make these comments and move on with their day, but I don't. I keep thinking about them afterward. I replay them in my head. Sometimes a comment that takes a few seconds for someone else stays with me for hours or days.

Over time, I've become uncomfortable with being noticed. I don't like standing out. I don't like attention on me. I feel more comfortable when people don't notice me at all.

Sometimes I don't even want to go out because I feel like people will look at me and judge me. Whether they actually are or not, that's how I feel.

The strange thing is that when someone doesn't mention my weight, I feel genuinely grateful. If someone just talks to me normally and doesn't bring up my body, I think, "Wow, they're such a good person."

Looking back, I realize that's a very low standard. I'm grateful for something that should be normal. But that's how much all of this has affected me.

I feel relieved when people don't comment on my appearance. I feel safe when people don't make jokes. I feel thankful when people let me exist without turning my weight into a conversation.

The hardest part is that I don't feel like I have anyone to talk to about these feelings. I don't feel comfortable talking to my family because many of them are part of the reason I feel this way. I have friends, but I don't feel close enough to them to say, "My family hurt me this week," or "I'm really struggling with this."

So I keep most of it to myself.

And after years of hearing comments, trying to lose weight, feeling judged, feeling noticed, and carrying all of these thoughts alone, I'm just tired.

I don't really know what to feel anymore. I'm just tired, upset, and frustrated all the time. This has been on my mind every day for years, and I feel like I can't get it out of my system. I also don't feel like I have anyone I can really talk to about it.

I've been overweight for a long time, and for the last few years I've been trying to lose weight. I did lose weight once a few years ago, but I gained it back. Since then, it's been a cycle of losing a few kilos, gaining them back, trying again, and feeling stuck.

This year feels different because I can't even seem to get started. Before, even when I struggled, I could at least stay consistent for a few days or weeks. Now I feel stuck before I even begin. It's frustrating because I don't feel like I eat very differently from the people around me. I mostly eat normal home-cooked food, the same kind of food my family eats.

The biggest problem isn't even just my weight anymore. It's the comments.

I live in a joint family, so there are always people around. For years, I've heard comments, advice, suggestions, and jokes about my weight. Some people think they're helping. Some people are joking. Some people are serious. But no matter what their intention is, it always reminds me of the same thing.

Because of this, whenever I'm around family, I almost feel anxious before anyone has even said anything. Part of me is constantly thinking:

"Please don't mention my weight today."

"Please don't make me the topic of conversation."

"Please don't joke about it."

Even when we're all sitting together normally, that thought is in the back of my mind.

Sometimes people joke about my weight and everyone laughs. Sometimes they make comments that seem small to them but don't feel small to me. Sometimes they give advice I didn't ask for. Sometimes they talk about it as if it's just a normal topic.

When those comments happen, I feel attacked.

I know they may not see it that way. I know many of them love me. I love them too. That's part of why this is so confusing. I know they don't necessarily mean to hurt me, but I still get hurt.

Most of the time I stay quiet because I don't know how to respond. Many of these people are older than me, and I don't feel comfortable talking back to them. Even when I do try to reply, it feels like they always have something stronger to say back. If I explain myself, they have more advice. If I say it hurts, they say they're joking. If I say I've tried, they tell me to try harder.

After hearing the same things for years, I feel like I've lost the energy to keep defending myself.

What hurts is that people make these comments and move on with their day, but I don't. I keep thinking about them afterward. I replay them in my head. Sometimes a comment that takes a few seconds for someone else stays with me for hours or days.

Over time, I've become uncomfortable with being noticed. I don't like standing out. I don't like attention on me. I feel more comfortable when people don't notice me at all.

Sometimes I don't even want to go out because I feel like people will look at me and judge me. Whether they actually are or not, that's how I feel.

The strange thing is that when someone doesn't mention my weight, I feel genuinely grateful. If someone just talks to me normally and doesn't bring up my body, I think, "Wow, they're such a good person."

Looking back, I realize that's a very low standard. I'm grateful for something that should be normal. But that's how much all of this has affected me.

I feel relieved when people don't comment on my appearance. I feel safe when people don't make jokes. I feel thankful when people let me exist without turning my weight into a conversation.

The hardest part is that I don't feel like I have anyone to talk to about these feelings. I don't feel comfortable talking to my family because many of them are part of the reason I feel this way. I have friends, but I don't feel close enough to them to say, "My family hurt me this week," or "I'm really struggling with this."

So I keep most of it to myself.

And after years of hearing comments, trying to lose weight, feeling judged, feeling noticed, and carrying all of these thoughts alone, I'm just tired.

As a beginner, I'm struggling with writing the first chapter of my story. I've rewritten it many times because I'm never sure if it's working.

What exactly should a first chapter accomplish?

What information should I establish in Chapter 1?How much worldbuilding should I reveal?

How should I introduce the protagonist?

Should I start with action, dialogue, daily life, or a major event?

What should I avoid revealing too early?

Can you explain the purpose of a first chapter in detail and give examples from novels?

I've noticed that while reading novels, I almost always end up loving funny, witty, and sarcastic characters. They're usually my favorite characters, and as a writer, I naturally create characters like that too. The problem is that I'm not particularly funny or quick witted in real life, so I struggle to write their dialogue naturally.

How can I learn to write humor, sarcasm, and witty banter effectively? Are there techniques, exercises, or resources that can help me create genuinely funny characters even if I don't have a strong sense of humor myself?

I've finished the first draft of my story, and now I'm starting the second draft. The story is still pretty disorganized, but I know the plot, characters, and what I want to happen.

I want to improve my novel writing skills. How can I learn things like showing emotions through body language instead of just stating them? For example, instead of writing "he was angry," showing it through his actions and expressions.

How can I learn to write better descriptions, dialogue, fight scenes, and overall that feels more like a novel? What can I use besides "said," and how do I know when to describe something and when not to?

I know I won't master all of these skills in my second draft, but I'd like to know the best way to learn and practice them over time. Are there any books, resources, exercises, or techniques that would help?

I also have a question about revealing character trauma and backstory. One thing I struggle with is avoiding "backstory dumping" or revealing everything at once. How can I slowly reveal a character's traumatic past throughout a story while still keeping readers interested and emotionally invested?

For example, I recently read Watch Me and Release Me and really liked how Rosabelle's trauma was shown through her behavior, reactions, fears, and small hints long before the full details were revealed. The reader could sense that something terrible had happened without immediately knowing the entire story.

How can I learn to write trauma and backstory in a similar way, using subtle clues, character behavior, emotional reactions, and gradual reveals rather than explaining everything directly? What techniques do experienced novelists use to achieve this effect?

Any historical drama where she is cutesy kind strong demon and he is a stoic demon hunter/ anyone that kill that kill demon

Hi everyone,

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I'm currently a B.Com student in a local college ( 2024-27) I wanted to know about the eligibility criteria for the Hansraj/DU foreign language certificate courses and had a few questions:

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1. How long does the Certificate Course last?

2. What is the current fee structure for the Certificate, Diploma, and Advanced Diploma levels?

3. What is the minimum percentage required in Class 12 for admission?

4. Can a student pursue more than one language at the same time (for example, German and Japanese)?

5. What are the class timings and how many days per week are classes held?

6. How difficult is it to get admission as an outsider (non Hansraj/non DU student)?

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Since I've already completed my two year of graduation, should I apply using my Class 12 marksheet or my undergraduate academic record? During the admission process, which qualification is considered for eligibility and merit, Class 12 marks or my current UG marks?

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I'd also love to hear from current or former students about their experience and whether they would recommend the course.

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Thanks!

My novel deals with war, occupation, forced conversion, dictatorship, propaganda, rebellion, military systems, child indoctrination, trafficking, surveillance, religion, identity, and the psychology of survival.

What should I research to make the politics, society, military, and characters feel realistic and nuanced rather than simplistic?

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I'm interested in pursuing design, but I'm still very confused about which field to choose (UI/UX, Graphic Design, Product Design, Animation, etc.).

I have a few questions about NID and design education in general:

1. How does the NID admission process work, and what is the structure of the NID DAT exam?

2. How difficult is the exam for someone starting from zero?

3. How much time should I realistically spend preparing?

4. What skills are most important for NID (drawing, creativity, design thinking, portfolio, etc.)?

5. How can I figure out which design field is right for me before committing to a degree?

6. What resources (YouTube channels, books, courses, practice methods) would you recommend for a beginner?

7. If I do NOT have a Bachelor's degree in Design, can I still apply for an M.Des program later? If yes, how common is it and what would I need to make my application competitive?

I'd really appreciate advice from current NID students, graduates, or anyone working in the design industry.

I'm interested in studying design internationally, especially through the GKS scholarship and universities such as Hongik University in South Korea. I'm still exploring fields like UI/UX, Graphic Design, Product Design, and related areas.

I have a few questions:

1. If I do not have a Bachelor's degree in Design, can I still apply for a Master's in Design at universities like Hongik or other major international universities?

2. How important is having a design portfolio compared to having a design degree?

3. What kind of portfolio or projects would make an applicant competitive for design programs?

4. For students who were accepted into GKS or top design universities, what were the strongest parts of their application?

5. What skills should I start building now if I want to study design abroad in the future?

6. Do applicants from non-design backgrounds realistically have a chance of being admitted, and what steps can they take to strengthen their profile?

I'd love to hear from current students, alumni, or anyone who has experience with GKS, Hongik University, or design admissions abroad.

I'm interested in studying design internationally, especially through the GKS scholarship and universities such as Hongik University in South Korea. I'm still exploring fields like UI/UX, Graphic Design, Product Design, and related areas.

I have a few questions:

1. If I do not have a Bachelor's degree in Design, can I still apply for a Master's in Design at universities like Hongik or other major international universities?

2. How important is having a design portfolio compared to having a design degree?

3. What kind of portfolio or projects would make an applicant competitive for design programs?

4. For students who were accepted into GKS or top design universities, what were the strongest parts of their application?

5. What skills should I start building now if I want to study design abroad in the future?

6. Do applicants from non-design backgrounds realistically have a chance of being admitted, and what steps can they take to strengthen their profile?

I'd love to hear from current students, alumni, or anyone who has experience with GKS, Hongik University, or design admissions abroad.

Hi everyone,

I'm interested in Graphic Design, and UI/UX Design, but I'm completely new to all three and feeling a bit overwhelmed. I don't know which one to focus on first, or if I should learn them together.

A few questions:

Which skill is the most beginner-friendly?

Should I learn one at a time or all three simultaneously?

What free YouTube channels would you recommend?

And should I take a online course or offline course, or resources would you recommend?

What software should I use if I can't afford premium tools?

Is the free version of Figma enough for UI/UX?

What are some free alternatives to Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, etc.?

How can I practice and build a portfolio with no clients?

How long does it usually take to become good enough for freelance work or internships?

If you were starting from scratch today with a limited budget, what roadmap would you follow?

I'd love to hear your experiences and recommendations. Thanks! 😊