(30M) Today is 6 months clean and sober. Longest I’ve gone since I started using substances at age 14.

Has anyone done CVS or/and Amniocentesis? How painful? Thanks!

Hey ya’ll! Finally motivated enough to reset and build a workout routine, someone please inspire me with a weekly schedule 🙏

For context, F that’s skinny fat that needs to tone up within 55 days for a destination wedding. I eat pretty healthy but hard for me to get myself to workout daily 😬

Australia & NZ really sound like they're leading the way in partnering to kill this virus. Pretty neat, and maybe a model for putting politics aside to beat this!

Has anyone seen the clear masks that nurses made for lip reading?? Incredible!

I am in a relationship for 3.5 years now. .
We both love each other. Used to enjoy the company emotionally and physically. We took it bit slow as it was 1st relationship for both of us.
For initial years we tried various stuff on bed and we both enjoyed it thoroughly.
And finally last year after 2-2.5 years of dating when we were comfortable enough, we decided to have sex.

But, after many unsuccessful attempts we discover that she might have medical condition vaginismus

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I have really bad biryani cravings.

How is the Health insurance in LTI?
What is the coverage for family and parents. Is there any additional premium/copay for parents?

Has anyone ever gone on disability at a law firm where you’re the only paralegal to the partner of the firm? I’m worried I’ll be replaced while I’m out or that I’ll be letting him down. I’m already behind on my workload so I can imagine how backed up and out of touch I will be when I come back. I don’t want to let him down. I’ve been with the firm 5 years and I’m really his right hand. But I am concerned about it.

Who is still making home visits? How are you doing it? I am making visits to check in on virtual learners who aren’t logging in to classes or participating and who’s parents can’t be reached. And, I’m also making visits to check on families who need food, housing, etc. and doing welfare checks. But, as an immunocompromised person I’m very nervous about it.

I’m pretty muscular (30F) but noticed that I gained weight and now have a solid layer of fat covering the muscles. How do I lose the fat effectively without losing muscles?

When do you see ny gyms opening back up?

Question for all of those caring for COVID patients. My hospital has started considering positive patients as “negative” after 21 days of hospitalization regardless of how they test. Removing isolation completely. I’m extremely uncomfortable with this, is this the norm now??

I feel like the parts of ADHD that don't suck aren't talked about that much (and I need a reminder, desperately). The one thing I like is my ability (when I can get my brain to work) to focus hard and get something done in a short amount of time. If I'm really locked in, I can get a serious amount of work done fast. feel free to add yours (please lmao💀).

Why is anxiety a thing? I'm a female fish who likes to golf. Just got new clubs and want to try them out but currently sitting in the parking lot at the range and can't force myself to go in because it's crowded 😫

when was the last time you sanitized/cleaned the your devices 👀 (wiping your phone with lysol wipes, etc)

Enrollment season is here. Given we’re not returning to the office anytime in the near future, I’m contemplating whether to reduce coverage e.g. cancel commuter benefit (WageWorks) and high-cost deductible plans. Any thoughts?

I need to schedule another massage. Does anyone have a wellness routine that includes massages?

Hi there!

I’m trying to get my grandmother (81yrs old) travel medical insurance for a trip to the US, where I live. She’s in good health and lives in South Africa. I can only find travel insurance options for those who are aged 80 or below.

Does anyone know of any companies that offer senior travel/medical insurance (81+) or have any other recommendations? Or does she just come without travel insurance?

Any advice would be much appreciated. Thank you in advance!

What agencies work on Murphy's and Beamish?

Hi! I am interested in getting into clinical research or regulatory affairs. I have a life sciences bachelors degree and 1 YOE in biopharma R&D. I’ve had years of experience in other industries since then but trying to pivot back into life sciences/healthcare. Would appreciate any help!

I’m planning to do an Enrolled Agent (EA). Can someone please guide on the same? :)

Can someone share address for citi gurgaon office please??

Anyone here from Shell and can tell me what to expect from the first phone screening? I submitted a job application and somehow got an interview. I checked on LinkedIn and people with similar titles have 10-15 more years of experience than I do. I don’t think I’m qualified for the role so seems like I’m wasting time preparing for the interview.

have a final round interview for a Corporate Banking Analyst position at WF coming up. Virtual interview, about 2 hours long, 30 minute intervals with a rotating panel. (virtual, yet abbreviated super day?) Never had an interview like this before. Any insight on what to expect? Does each interviewer regurgitate the same questions? thanks!

Best influencer search tools or strategies for sourcing?

What are your best practices for marketing and bringing in new clients?

Are any projects starting to travel again? Or are any teams going back to the office? Being remote full time is really making me stir crazy and I’m hoping to be in person part time especially since I’ll be new

[Expats] How many of you have requested an absentee ballot?

Hey does anyone know of any summer hardware internships (perferrably FPGA, ASIC or Firmware) in SF or the Sillicon Valley Area? Its been a struggle trying to find one.

Let’s talk industries: what are some of your favorite industries to work HR in and why? Opposite question, what’s your nightmare HR industry?

What are some good exit opportunities to the private sector for someone in tax? Looking for increased pay and WLB. Currently at senior level

Thoughts on career prospects for a support eacalation engineer at big tech especially in big data platforms? Is it a good and valuable role or should I avoid any support type of roles? Really curious which type of careerpaths these roles lead to..Help!

What is life like as 1) an expat 2) a consultant in Dubai and the differences from London? Favourite and least favourite things?

Fell into a deep depressive suicidal hole and missed work for two days. Honestly surprised I woke up the second missed day, took a bunch of pills. Now need to face family and work. Don’t know what to do next.
What do I even say to my manager? Do I just show up and not say anything? How will this hurt my career?
My family I know it would hurt but I can be honest there at least. Plan to speak to family once I can come to terms with being alive.

Any tips on how to bring in clients to the firm? I do L&E and one of the things my firm goes over during annual evals is whether we bring in business, even for third year associates.

Just wanted to post an update. 68 weeks ago I posted about my drinking problems. It was bad. It’s been 8 months now without a single drink. I still can’t believe it. I still miss drinking. I’ve sat with coworkers and watched them drink. It’s not nearly as fun, but I am so thankful each morning I can hold my head up high. Will I drink again? I only said I would quit for 60 days. Can I have a beer? Some wine? A fine bourbon? I sometimes crave it. I guess there is the answer! You can all do this!

4+ months sober. I do zoom AA every day but this was the first time I shared as a newcomer. I have some phone numbers from the group and hoping to get a sponsor soon. I plan to be sober 1 year before I can think of doing the steps. I read Living Sober and The Big Book every day in addition to prayer and mindful meditation. But would love to chat with someone “telephone therapy” can be something like Discord or WhatsApp.

Trying to get my relationship with ADHD meds back under control.. the fear of going a day without is always alwayss worse than the day itself but the fear is nonetheless consuming :/

13 years, 3months and 21 days! Its not been easy, but definately can be accomplished! Hard work, GOD a a desire to change, and not in that order!

Sibling is 52 days sober from heroin/cocaine, but I just found a syringe and alcohol wipes under their pillow.

They have been passing observed urine tests, how is it possible that they’re using? Any ideas?

Been running on self-will for the duration of this lockdown. My reserves that I built up in this program are depleted. Thankfully I was able to attend a meeting this evening, and the topic was 3rd step. Funny how that happens. Good reminder that a life run on self-will can hardly be a success.

New to recovery and had an intake call with an IOP program. They said all sessions will be on Zoom and I’m really nervous that I won’t connect to the program virtually. Anyone start rehab virtually?

Got two job offers after a stressful three months of job searching. I really want to have a drink or eat an edible to celebrate. Faaaak

Looking for motivation to get me to my first Alcohol rehab appointment.

Here we go! Traveling on vacation for the next week and didn’t bring my Adderall (which I’ve been abusing for the past year). Hoping to wean myself off of it during the vacation. Wish me luck

This time last year I knew I needed to stop drinking, but I couldn’t. This year, though, I’m putting my health first. Starting day 2 of sobriety and hope to keep it up. Thanks to this group for all the support and encouragement shown to those of us struggling with such powerful addictions.

I got a dui under the influence of alcohol a few months ago and fighting the case with my attorney. However, I am in the job market and afraid if I get an offer this will show up in my background check. How do I explain this to my potential employer if asked?

My husband was sober for 8 days then relapsed. This is the longest stretch he's gone in probably 8 months. I can't describe the heartache. I can't describe the hopelessness. This disease is the devil

Is Al Anon really helpful for spouses/children affected by alcoholism or other addictions? Does anyone have insight on this

I left my last job because I didn't appreciate the culture (B4). However, it was probably because I was a terrible employee. However, I do find that my clients love me 10x more than my consulting colleagues. I joined a smaller firm to cover up the problem.

I drink during the day. I know it's the main reason for my ability to be a productive employee. Anyone else deal with this? I'm trying to control it through moderation management, Dharma meetings, therapy, and white knuckling.