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@ChrisZoZo I use fluoride toothpaste to clean my teeth in the morning and evening + fluoride free toothpaste and mouthwash to clean them throughout the day, if I need to. I also floss and have an electric toothbrush. @Michael569 do you think I am taking a big risk by not going to a stomatologist at 23 years old? My budget is kind of tight right now,

@Leo Gura yeah, but they are still using swastikas, do nazi salutes, and other shit like that.

@Leo Gura I wonder what his understanding of nazism was. What did he think it stood for? Did he not realize that he would have probably spent his life in a labour camp under nazism?

@Leo Gura I actually have a girl at work who is in a relationship with a firefighter. Sure, he is not making tonns of money, lives a regular life, has a mortgage (which they are paying off together), but so what? They still seem to have a nice relationship and he sounds like a pretty masculine guy who has got his "shit" together. And I think it's ridiculous to say that she is is only with him because she has no self-respect or something like that. I actually think that what you are saying is about materialism and you living in America which tends to be very "money" oriented like that. "Coincidetally", she grew up in a small town outside of the city. With both of her parents working regular "9 to 5" jobs in addition to a side hustle of having a small fruit farm to make a living. So it makes sense that she would be much less money focused than you are, and it has nothing to do with her self-esteem, and more so with values and worldviews that she got while growing up. And who is to say that her views on relationships are worse than yours?

What if they are a firefighter or a teacher? Do they not deserve to have a partner? You can have your shit together without making much money.

@Ayham ❤️

It is always a certain type of dude who hates on things like barefoot shoes. Fragile masculinity type of guy who is so manly, that he is too afraid of even the possibility of people thinking that he looks ridiculous.

@StarStruck damn, how could I have known what your comment is going to be without even looking at it Anyway, you do realize that there are thousands of different barefoot shoes models, right? And then there thousands of different styles of clothes you can combine them with to pull of a nice look. And then every person looks different so the same shoe will look different on them. Just look at all those ugly ass "Bilbo Bagginses": Btw, hobbits didn't wear any shoes at all...

It doesn't take much effort though, does it? And potentially can scale into healthier feet, knees, back, and general posture as you get old. So why not? It's kind of similar to you buying stainless steel pans for cooking and setting up a water filter.

@TheAlchemist thanks for sharing )

I agree with it. Kind of counterituitively, thicker barefoot sole makes walking less comfortable. I actually ordered a pair of used vivo from revivo website so I aam curious jow they arr going to feel. I don't plan to use them for walking though, I specifically wanted to get a pair of used shoes which I could wear guilt free while hiking, running in rain and mud, etc. And I think that for running, especially on the ground, it should be less of an issue. What model / brand do you like the most?

@FourCrossedWands cool, let us know how they feel

@Michael569 those are all barefoot shoes: https://ahinsashoes.com/products/jaya-barefoot-women-fall-winter-boots-black https://www.wildling.shoes/en/collections/fruhling-sommer/products/atmo-black-rw https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/magna-lite-sg-mens https://www.vivobarefoot.com/us/tracker-forest-esc-mens-aw22

Mine have 4mm soles and they feel super thin and flexible, yet I am not afraid of them getting cut through by something like gravel or glass. And I live in a neighbourhood with a bunch of alcoholics and broken bottles lying around. Edit: Have you ever had your outer rubber pierced by anything and that object getting to the foam part of a shoe? I have never experienced this even in normal shoes. I don't think that's true. Of course you can do that if you want to. But here you tend to do it naturally because it becomes fun and enjoyable. You want to feel each step. I have noticed myself wanting to experience different surfaces and trying to step on a patch of grass, or gravel, or to walk on a curb because it feels great. Every time I twisted my ankles was before I would randomly put more lateral pressure on the outer side of a shoe walhen taking a step and that high sole would kind of twist under itself. There are barefoot shoes with high ankle support and soles designed for hiking and trail running. You can tell that I am pretty biased as well I just enjoy them so much, haha. But sure, everyone has their own tastes.

I wouldn't worry about any sharp objects (unless you are literally stepping on a nail at a straight angle). The rubber sole is still tough enough to handle glass more easily. Also, bringing more awareness to each step is literally the point. Regarding ankle dislocations, it's actually easier to twist your anke when you stand on a 2cm high platform than when you are barefoot. This would happen to me very regularly in normal shoes. Seriously, go and try it for yourself, you will probably notice that it's really hard to accidentally twist your ankle when you are standing with your bare feet on the ground.

@FourCrossedWands not all barefoot shoes are equal. I've had some Polish brand barefoot shoes for about half a year now, and they didn't feel that nice (still better than ordinary shoes in my opinion though). Last week I have got a pair of wildling shoes, tanuki model, and I am just in love. Words can't describe how amazing it feels to walk in them, lol. They are extremely light, tactile, and hug my upper foot in a snug, but very comfortable and cozy way. @Leo Gura I am not sure about vibrams (as far as I am aware, they are mostly known for their five finger models), or what this court case was about, but it does make sense that standard modrern shoes are not that healthy for your feet. Most of them are elevated at the heel, which is bad for your posture. A toe box is cramped, and a thick sole definitely doesn't engage as many muscles as a barefoot one. Also personally, I don't need any studies, I just know that my feet feel so amazing compared to everything I've worn in the past so I think I am never going back. Simple walking has turned into an exciting, pleasurable activity for me.

That's awesome )

Hi, how are you feeling?

@Schizophonia it's nice. The glasses were ruining it.

@Schizophonia imo, your profile pic is badly chosen...

What it has to do with that topic is that I swear, at this point I know what your and some other guys' posts are going to be about before even clicking on them. Isn't it interesting how you are pulled towards those specific kinds of articles and views on diet, those specific views on masculinity, dating, politics, personal development, sexuality, etc.? Do you really not see how those are all linked? But of course you are not biased at all... What a shameless gaslighting, lol.

@blankisomeone read One Piece

@Michael569 but who cares about that? Reading actual studies doesn't matter, what matters is that you can't be a Top G / Alpha Male / Andrew Tate's Acolyte while being vegan. Once that agenda is set, you simply need to nitpick whatever facts fit the best to prove that drinking 10 raw eggs for breakfast is the superior diet option.

@ElenaO <3

@ElenaO I am so sorry. Please, don't think that this is your fault or that you have failed your husband. First of all, this isn't true because there are things in life that we can't control that much and people should accept that. Secondly, your worth is not defined by your ability to give birth. You are a person, not a baby factory. Also, your husband should be already really grateful for you giving him a son and spending so much time and effort looking after him.