Why are there so many people with “uncle” vibes in this subreddit? Whenever I express a concern, I inevitably get a response from someone who’s over 30, offering advice as if the world hasn’t changed drastically in the last three decades.
Should I go to prom? The deadline for prom tickets is approaching, and I’m feeling unsure about whether or not to attend. It’s not that I’m broke; I just think $150 plus the cost of a dress is a bit much. Plus, I don’t really have a solid group of friends to go with. Everyone […]
Need Help Approaching a Girl I have this girl I really like, and I want to approach her and express my feelings, but I’m feeling really nervous about it. People keep telling me to just talk to her, but my mind keeps saying things like, “What if she thinks I’m weird?” When we’re at school, […]
I think I might have a crush on my elementary school rival. As a cis guy who’s never really found another guy attractive—except for a few celebrities—this has been stressing me out. I feel like I don’t have anyone to talk to about it without being teased. We don’t even talk anymore, but he’s just […]
It’s definitely a topic of discussion! I think a lot of older folks feel like they’ve been through similar challenges and want to share their perspective or wisdom. But you’re right—context and circumstances change over time, and what worked back then might not be relevant today. It’s important to have conversations that acknowledge those differences. Maybe it would help to clarify that you’re looking for insights that are more in line with current experiences. What specific advice or comments have been particularly frustrating for you?