Anyone else here struggle with building muscle? I’ve been fit most of my life (mostly through playing sports when younger and then running throughout my adult life), but just recently started to focus more on strength training. I’m 5’2”, 125lbs, 28F. Eating ~120g of protein per day and have been working out with a trainer to specifically focus on strength training for the past year (3x per week), but don’t feel like I’m making much progress or getting any stronger. What am I missing?

Good indoor sports options in Streeterville/ River north area? Squash, tennis etc?

Hi folks, need your help! Just found out that we’re pregnant (we were not actively trying so kinda surprised 🙈). What brand prenatal vitamins would you recommend? I’m seeing mixed suggestions on Folic vs. Folate - which one is important?

Please guide me and let me know if there is anything else I need to do at this moment. I’ve contacted my OB as well. I’m so worried. Thanks!

What are the healthcare options like in India? I'll be needing regular care and I'm not sure what the insurance providers are and if care works differently in general.

Thoughts on the Keto diet?

Having some severe Executive Dysfunction atm. I can't imagine that the patent attorney bowl here is short on the neurodivergent. Suggestions/tips/tricks/advice are all appreciated. I recently moved, bought my first home, got vaccinated, etc. - basically just a huge load of stressful events that are probably doing a number on my brain, but I also just can't seem to get on top of.

Please, if you're neurotypical, think thrice before posting - I'm not normal, and want help, not stress or dismiss

Am I wrong or is microdosing a weak excuse to do hard drugs.

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Best BJJ gym in Denver?

How many of you took pain killers before your covid shots?

Well I recently told a guy I have been seeing I have HSV-2. We have not yet been physical but it’s been heading that direction. Man I hate this part - waiting to see what his response will be after he researches and talks to his doctor. I’m on daily meds which help reduce transmission risk. You’d think that since HSV-2 affects 20% of Americans and likely a higher % of gay men, there would be less taboo but it’s hardly ever talked about. Anyone else in my shoes? Or had it disclosed to them?

Oh its kicking in, that holiday anxiety and depression 😂. Feeling like shit, bout to go out tonight and get drunk or something. Hows everyone doing?

Any ZSer who has taken HPV vaccine?

How is your relationship with resident physicians?

What are the best pregnancy apps you’ve found? Thanks!

Anyone with stage IV endo and recurring Endometriomas gone on Lupron after egg retrieval? I’m still on birth control but my doc said after egg retrieval (assuming we get a strong embryo), I’d get off of birth control and on lupron for two months before transfer. The reason I’m not getting off of birth control now is because it manages my pain.

What if we taught students (and ourselves) to humbly subordinate to an objective truth about the world?

What if we spent more time studying and conforming to that truth than reflecting on our feelings about it?

I believe we'd see a lot less anxiety and depression. Questions like "Who am I," "Why am I here," and "Where am I going" wouldn't be so crippling and terrifying. We could look beyond ourselves and marvel at the beauty of a universe greater than ourselves.

Do you all sometimes feel overwhelmed by all the self care tips you see online. Gua sha, sleeping mask, satin pillowcase, this body wash, that scrub, dermaplaning. I don’t know what I should do vs. what not. 😰 and I feel like if I don’t do it, I’m not taking care of myself and not going to look good a few years later. 😓

Getting over heartbreak and having a full time job is torture lol. My boyfriend and I just broke up after almost a year of being together. It was such a beautiful relationship but ultimately he just didn’t love me. I love him so much. My mind knows that I deserve reciprocal love and I’m worthy, but I feel physically ill. My body hurts, my stomach is in knots, my head hurts. How is it that I have to mend a broken heart but also meet my billable hours lmao

Targeting 2022 matriculation and will be recruiting for tech. Currently at IBM tech consulting and have an offer to lateral to non-D big 4 tech advisory. What’s the best move for both MBA application and MBA recruiting - stay or leave? TIA.

Any Newcastle fish know the (rough) current L9 salary for EPS resources?

New wage code!

Has your CTC been revised according to new wage code ? ie. Min 50% basic ?
Neither my current employer nor any offers that have been extended to me have been in accordance with this. Will our CTC be revised this FY ?

For any real estate investors

22 years old and currently focused on using my left over income to invest and pay off my debt. I am set to pay off my college loans by next year and, when I do, I want to look into investing into real estate. Does anyone have any suggestions on how to get into/learn more about real estate investing? Or how I can have enough knowledge on the topic to be able to invest wisely when the time comes?

Any books? youtubers? etc. How did you all learn about it?

Is 36 too late to join IB as an associate? Alternatively, can stay in my industry (not banking) as manager.

Favorite TED talks? Medical or otherwise

I applied for a Executive Staff Assistant for Kaiser. The range for this position is from $36-42/hr. I’ve been doing Health Admin for 10yrs starting as AD in the AF. I’m also in a Master Program for HCA. Advice on if this is low in CA.

How is assistant manager-processing GSC’s? What is the salary range??

Hello Anyone from the Database team available from HSBC pune location

Will Verizon Hyd employees get cab service and food for morning and afternoon shifts ?

Hi. I’m looking for job opportunities in sales . YOE - 7 . I’ve worked with real estate and edtech Industry. Experience in handling team

What is hierarchy level in PWC AC for manager . I heard within Manager grade there are 3 level ?? Which is highest level .

EY forensics folks- if you were placed in I&C do you have chance to work on transaction forensic and claims&disputes?

Apparently some journals can prevent sci-hub from sharing their content now.

Do you know of a sci-hub alternative for free journal articles?

I'm a master's student at U of M pursuing graduation in Engineering management. I'm looking for summer internships in business development and Marketing domain.

I have an year of experience in project management domain and I have managed 2 projects of around $55k and $80k.

I'll be grateful if someone could help me or point me in some direction.

Anyone recently joined Optum in India? Did you receive welcome gift?

I want to leave public as a senior, but can’t find anything I’m interested in. I’ve been applying;g for manager and assistant controller roles, which has been really difficult. But I don’t really want a senior accountant role. I was thinking FP and A is a good choice. I’m looking for something that has good career progression and a better WLB balance, pay isn’t so important to me. Has anyone else dealt with this? Advice would be greatly appreciated.

Hi, fish in the DMV area. I’m interested in a rhinoplasty. Would anyone have suggestions? Interested in West End but it’s 18-20K. I know this is not something to cheap out on but holy

What are everyone’s favorite product recommendations to purchase during the Sephora sale?

Do you all sometimes feel overwhelmed by all the self care tips you see online. Gua sha, sleeping mask, satin pillowcase, this body wash, that scrub, dermaplaning. I don’t know what I should do vs. what not. 😰 and I feel like if I don’t do it, I’m not taking care of myself and not going to look good a few years later. 😓

Are there any WOC here that have gotten Botox? If so, what age did you start? And would you recommend

Going to set up my first appt ever with a derm and excited to hear what they recommend for anti aging (non surgical). Thinking of tretinoin, I’ve heard really good things from a friend who has amazing skin (she’s also Asian, so could be her incredible genes, but still). Anyone here have experience with tretinoin? White female 34 here

Looking for a gift for my boyfriends mom. We’ve been together 6 months so nothing too personal but something more than flowers! Any ideas?

Recently decided to purchase a hair removal package for my face. They use Candela lasers. Can anyone attest to the effectiveness of this procedure?

My skin has always been a little dry. I’ve used plain coconut oil on my face for years (as a moisturizer) but recently stopped because my fave would just get red after application. Not itchy but I definitely felt like my skin was reacting. Any suggestions for non-acne related calming face washes or moisturizers?

Anyone who has made the shift from a regular toothbrush to an electric? What were your reasons? Also do you think an electric is much better from an overall oral hygiene perspective?

Need advice from fellow female 🐠. How do you manage the crazy travel schedule ( 2-3 cities a week) and yet look fresh and healthy. I’ve been getting tired so easily; weekends are a waste. Any guidance

I’ve bought Arrid Extra Dry cream deodorant by the case for decades, and they’ve stopped making it! Using Mitchum now and I don’t like the smell, I sweat through Secret... what do you all use?

Any recommendations for a dermatologist in nyc? Preferably Manhattan westside, but suggestions anywhere in Manhattan would be great

Has anyone found a serum that works on nasolabial folds?

28,F divorced no child and no life , my marriage is nothing but a whole cheat drama, now parents are asking to marry anyone who can 'accept ' me but I never did anything wrong other than being innocent and naive and good to bad people, really wanted to live my life, somebody hold my hand when in distress and i ended up somebody who just need my money and body nothing else, just feel like committing suicide, never been a loser at any point of life , Life is bloody damn unfair

Facial skin is rough with ingrown hair (especially chin, neck, sideburns) due to constant tweezing. Doc recommends facial hair remover. I am afraid that will ruin skin. Any mild hair remover suggestions that work well on brown skin?

Anyone succumb to the ads and try Il Makiage make up? Foundation/concealer. Their brilliant ads make me curious, but not sure why not seeing it at Sephora is getting in my way. (while I’m at, how about that Thrive mascara that is everywhere)?

Hey guys!
Any recommendations for beauty classes please such as waxing, facials etc…… I’m too busy to enroll at cosmetology school but want yo get some quick certifications.

Got Invisalign (Lite) today!! If all goes to plan, I’ll be done with treatment before fall. Any advice from those who had or have invisalign? 🦷😁🦷

I have an appointment to get lip fillers for the first time. I want natural looking results, nothing too big. I know it takes time to settle, but will I be able to go to work the next day without it being noticeable?

Fashion Q: what kinds of pants do you guys wear day-to-day? I know skinny jeans are considered “out,” but super baggy mom jeans are not flattering on my small frame. I wear leggings when I’m WFH, but I want to look slightly more put-together/fashionable outside my home