Not OP, but I've had this conversation with 3 employers. They always understand if you're honest. If it's a red tape deal breaker for them, they'll see it on your resume and won't call you back. Most people will just be jealous you got a long break, even if it wasn't what you needed or wanted.

Great job, good luck at the new place!

Coal tar is what finally did it for me in my 30s. I thought my hair would never stop snowing.

Re: Don't talk to women as objects
Yes, indeed; anyone who is implying that I am saying anything different is greatly misunderstanding. My tone is deliberate to resonate with men who are perceived as creeps (who hate the label but have an over-active sex drive).

Which is it?

Guys really just don't get it. Girls pay attention to hygiene, posture, clothes, language and so many will instantly and permanently friendzone people for things like "get laid". If they spent time talking with girls instead just sexualizing, maybe they would understand what was happening around them.

Step 1: Focus on bettering yourself and let love find you

That's it, there's just 1 step

People on reddit get really mad when your post isn't exactly what they expect. They're upset they got to the end of the post and didn't hear about your consequences. They're not trying to be mean to you, they're trying to say "Look how well I can stick to the subreddit's rules and culture" to the other members of the sub. I'm sorry they're like this.

Tell him it's not a big deal and don't let him say otherwise, neither of you will benefit from internalizing this, it's completely normal.