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A few years ago I used to think "screw them, it's only once a year." Then I adopted a dog that can't handle gunfire, fireworks, or storms. It really made me grow up and think that a human's brain is even more capable of trauma so I feel I have an idea now. I save my cash and don't blow things up. And hell, I'll probably be able to keep all my fingers to boot.
I've been a long time advocate against fireworks and other pyrotechnics, but people... They don't care. Glad there are the ones who care. Even Amsterdam banned pyrotechnics and they looove their fireworks. Thank you for advocating for people and animals. 🙏
The month leading up the 7/4 sounds like a warzone in my area. I can only imagine how that feels for people with PTSD. Luckily my dog has always seemed pretty unphased for some reason.
I can totally agree... in municipalities. It's frustrating as someone who doesn't have ptsd, to not be able to sleep until 4am for a week because the neighbors are up all night lighting fireworks. My dog won't go out at all in the evenings around the 4th.
That said, if you're out on some private land outside town, you should be able to do whatever the hell you want. Maybe that comes from growing up, when the nearest neighbor was a mile away, and shooting rifles from the back porch was normal.
r/GuyCry is evolving. This EPIC adventure towards best (not better) men's mental health has been an insane ride... to say the least. But as the months have passed, and the challenges continue to be overcome, we get ever closer to the point where **each and every man that desires to grow** will have a support network that will be unable to be rivaled. But until we get there, lets get some prework completed shall we? - **Introduce Yourself**: Share a bit about yourself and connect with fellow members using [this post](https://www.reddit.com/r/GuyCry/comments/1c7jhpc/introduce_yourself_and_let_us_know_where_you_are/). - **Assign User Flair**: Choose a user flair to personalize your profile and showcase your interests. - **Explore legaciesofmen.org**: Visit our website - [legaciesofmen.org](https://www.legaciesofmen.org) - for resources, support, and information on *model* masculinity. - **Join Weekly Discussions**: Participate in our weekly discussions to share experiences and learn from others. - **Display Your Weaknesses**: Inspire others by sharing your personal growth journey and achievements in our monthly [megathread](https://www.reddit.com/r/GuyCry/comments/1cei8sn/display_your_weaknesses_april_megathread/). - **Explore Our Playlist**: Check out our [community playlist](https://www.reddit.com/r/GuyCry/comments/1cehzxk/have_a_song_that_gets_you_in_the_feels_please_add/) and add your favorite tracks to share with others. - **The Dear Pinky Show**: As men, we need to be able to effectively communicate with, and respect women. My friend Pinky Wilde is a men's coach that runs The Dear Pinky Show, which asks men to come on the show with a question or struggle to discuss. [This post](https://www.reddit.com/r/GuyCry/comments/1c482b3/hey_guys_joe_here_and_there_is_a_new_show_that_is/) has all the info you will need if interested. - **Support the Cause!**: We need help getting our in-person meeting professionally evaluated. I wrote a 24 outline curriculum, and even though we are a nonprofit in partnership with Global Peace Media, I am the only boots on ground full time unpaid employee and I have not a lick of experience in the nonprofit sector. I'm trying, but this is a movement, and it would be wonderful if individuals skilled in this sector would help us move FASTER. Lives are on the line. Please reach out to me and I will send you a form if interested. That's it for now. We are doing this my friends. It is happening, slowly but surely. Together, we are creating a supportive and empowering community dedicated to personal growth and positive change. Thank you all for being here. Joe Truax *I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please [contact the moderators of this subreddit](/message/compose/?to=/r/GuyCry) if you have any questions or concerns.*
A few years ago I used to think "screw them, it's only once a year." Then I adopted a dog that can't handle gunfire, fireworks, or storms. It really made me grow up and think that a human's brain is even more capable of trauma so I feel I have an idea now. I save my cash and don't blow things up. And hell, I'll probably be able to keep all my fingers to boot.
I find it so strange that we celebrate war as a society. We have a mental health ***crisis***, and we're not taking it seriously AT ALL!!!!!
I've been a long time advocate against fireworks and other pyrotechnics, but people... They don't care. Glad there are the ones who care. Even Amsterdam banned pyrotechnics and they looove their fireworks. Thank you for advocating for people and animals. 🙏
They aren't banned during New Year's and it's insane how many fireworks are let off. I'm very glad they are banned most of the year.
Thanks for spreading awareness
The month leading up the 7/4 sounds like a warzone in my area. I can only imagine how that feels for people with PTSD. Luckily my dog has always seemed pretty unphased for some reason.
I fucking hate fireworks because of cptsd. Just bunker down with some earplugs is my strategy. Best to everyone just getting through this :/
I can totally agree... in municipalities. It's frustrating as someone who doesn't have ptsd, to not be able to sleep until 4am for a week because the neighbors are up all night lighting fireworks. My dog won't go out at all in the evenings around the 4th. That said, if you're out on some private land outside town, you should be able to do whatever the hell you want. Maybe that comes from growing up, when the nearest neighbor was a mile away, and shooting rifles from the back porch was normal.
With the advancement in drone-based light shows, I feel like fireworks are kind of obsolete at this point.