Anyone here have personal experience with lapband or similar weight loss procedure? I'm thinking of getting it done and wonder what the long term negatives are. Can you have it for 2 years then get it removed without a problem?

I just started with week 6 and no symptoms related to pregnancy until now. No nausea or fatigue, etc. I know it’s normal for some ppl, still worried a bit. My first prenatal visit is scheduled end of this week coz the doctor is not available earlier. Is it late?

I've always had trouble with things like attention, focusing, and feeling constantly overwhelmed. I started to feel hopeless, feeling burnt out (even worse than my old job). I spend hours diverted when I know I should get work done. I decided to get an evaluation after learning a lot more about ADHD. I was diagnosed as Primarily Inattentive and they are starting me on meds immediately. Will things get better from here? Will, I finally become a productive human being? Should I tell my manager?

I’m studying addiction psychology and I’m curious what treatments you all have personally found to be most effective (eg types of therapies, 12 step programs, rehabs, detoxes, spiritual practices etc)

Just started Prozac a week ago. Do the side effects diminish? If so, when....any first hand experience?

Anyone feel like self-control is more difficult on stimulants in general? Like reflecting back on things, thinking before speaking, holding out on pleasure activities

What are some good gyms in the city? I like to do a mix of cardio and strength, a pool would be nice but not a must.

HR question. When switching companies and the new company has a 30 day waiting period before health insurance starts, how do y'all handle insurance coverage? Cobra wouldn't be an option as resigning doesn't qualify.

Echo and nuclear leaders and techs: is your facility 1) requiring COVID testing before exercise stress testing, 2) wear N95 and PPE, or 3) both testing and PPE?
Our clinic is removing the cost barrier of testing but staff are worried about risks since echo rooms don’t have HEPA or negative pressure systems and patients are allowed to remove their masks while running and breathing heavy during image acquisition.
Have you had good / bad experience with lack of Covid testing before stresses?

Serious Question - why is governor cuomo getting so much praise? He delayed shutting down the state and nyc by a week and the state has by far the most cases in the country.

Anyone else unemployed and trying to stay mentally sharp during *gestures broadly to everything*? Thinking about taking an online class or something. Suggestions?

I am in a self-contained cross category room. Grades 2-4. We have kiddos who need to be placed in therapeutic schools but those schools are understaffed due to Covid — their staff found other jobs during the shutdown—and so can’t take them. Several of our kids are huge. I have been slammed hard on the back, chased around the room to hit me, kicked, bitten, clawed, hair pulled. Is anyone else experiencing heightened behaviors?

I am 18 weeks and see watery thing coming out after peeing. It has weird smell. Google tells me that it can be amniotic fluid too... now I am freaked out... anyone gone through this ?

Does anyone have tips regarding attending social events, such as happy hours with coworkers and express that drinking isn’t my preference?
With me being the only one on my team who doesn’t drink, it causes me to stick out, and others constantly question why I’m not drinking.
It kind of deters me from attending work events, but I know there’s a lot of benefitting in being around.

This has been so quiet for sometime. Wonder where all the insurance fishes are swimming? Let's pump in some life into this...

I finally got diagnosed with ADD, inattentive type, at 28 years old. I’ve known I had depression and anxiety for years, but the symptoms and treatment never added up. It took WFH in a pandemic to realize maybe I had ADD, and still months of being dismissed and made to feel like I was crazy before I found a doctor to administer the MMPI. I feel validated, finally, but I can’t help feeling grief too over so much lost potential and unnecessary failure, especially in law school and my career.

Does anyone have any ovulation trackers they recommend for PCOS? Curious to hear experiences with basal temp checks for ovulation, apps, etc. that people have used and found easy and successful.

Has anyone been diagnosed with a subchorionic hematoma/hemorrhage in their first trimester ? How did it go for you- did it go away, stay without impact, or lead to a miscarriage ? It’s basically a form of internal bleeding- I’m super high risk already (44 yo, IVF)- but it increases the likelihood of miscarriage even more. Thanks!

What are your favorite social media accounts/profiles for the ADHD community?

Any openings in Delloite,PWC and KPMG for Senior Analyst level

Hi All,
Can some one refer me for Computer Vision Developer..?

TIA

Soon to be Noogler. During the WFH period, does Google expect you to work from the city where your office is located? For context, I own a home in the city I work in, but am living with my girlfriend who is in another state right now. I don’t plan on going back to my home city until I have to.

What’s a recent ad that you would’ve done differently?

Feeling very frustrated right now…company talks a big game about DEI internally, while requiring new hires to move to Texas/Arizona, while the company’s PAC donates to politicians pushing extremist, regressive, anti-woman and anti-LGBT laws

They want to encourage us to “bring our whole self to work” while putting us in situations where we can’t be our whole self.

Anyone else in a similar place, feeling discouraged? Any tips?

Our annual reviews are approaching & one of my direct reports has been with us for almost six years w/ little growth. My reco was to let him go & find a stronger, hungrier & more motivated designer at the same level. However, my boss instead wants us to promote him in hopes that will spark some motivation. I am not behind this decision & have voiced my multitude of concerns in promoting an employee who doesn't deserve it. HR is behind the decision! Thoughts on promoting an undeserving report?

How to deal with team peer pressure to eat junk and order alcohol at dinners? It’s a little extreme, and monitoring food while traveling is hard enough. It's not like I don’t want the pizza guys 😭

Does anyone know if the Holland hotel is safe? We are staying only for a night (two females) to help a family member move back home

Address is:

175 12th St, Jersey City, NJ 07310

Planning an Australian Trip in winter 2022 (November to February). Any suggestions for housing, things to do and other advice? Might be a solo trip so anything is appreciated!

Hi all, when are the best and worst times to look for new projects in the year in federal? I'm still relatively new in this industry and I'm thinking about leaving my project soon but I'm paranoid about project availability. I don't want to be on the bench for too long because I was on the bench for about 2 months when I first joined.

I deleted work emails from my phone and I’m dreading what’s waiting for me tomorrow am. 😬

I need some thoughts on what to ask for a starting salary. My background is ten years in tech support, and currently Lead Graphic Designer for my department with about four years of graphic design behind that. I also just finished my master's degree in Human Computer Interaction design (and was among the top in my class). I thought $80k as an absolute minimum ask but considering my credentials and education I really don't want to undersell myself. I'd appreciate thoughts on the matter.

Any recommendations for next steps or areas to grow for a partner success manager? Recommendations on industries to look at?

I have two positions open - 1 developer (goLang+ Networking) and QA lead. For Referral please reach out to me. No issue for salary range for perfect candidate.

Currently in Interview process with EPAM Systems in Canada for Performance analyst role ( Performance testing / engineering ) and also Test Automation role. I am new to Canada and have about 6 years experience in each field. What would be salary ranges offered? Other services companies in market are offering in 105 -120 range.
Also what can i expect in project interview and manager interview? Will it be highly technical? I cracked round #1 technical interview, it was easier than expected

How much hike can we expect in KGS Audit commencing 1st October if you were promoted in April 2021 with 5% increment?

Hi Friends, Am having 15 yoe in Product Testing
Skills : ETL , Telecom Billing Products , Analytics
Worked in Various domains such as Retail, Telecom,BFSI. Would be of great help if you can refer me. Please DM me as am not able to message as options are not coming up.

How is harman for automation testing profile , I heard harman is both product based and serviced based.

I have offer from EY and Publicis sapient but harman is offering for more.

How does practicing Gratitude help YOU?

Looking to try some form of intentional gratitude practice myself?

Had instant oatmeal (maple brown sugar) after my workout today because I ran out of plain oats, and goddamn I forgot how tasty that stuff is

What’s the minimal amount of protein to eat on a daily basis to avoid losing muscle? I weight 230LBS, on a weight loss journey to 190LBS at 193cm / 6’3”. 37% fat. Trying to lose fat but not muscle with intermittent fasting and keto. How much protein do I need?

Here’s a dumb question 😬 I finally bought an under the desk treadmill (and am loving it!). I don’t like to wear my shoes inside the apartment so I’ve been using it barefoot but not sure if this is ideal? I thought about getting the “grippy” socks that are used for reformer Pilates but not sure if that’s good either. How is everyone else using their indoor/under the desk treadmills at home?

How do you deal with imposter syndrome?

Orange theory or CrossFit ? Which will help me shred faster ? I have done both and felt CrossFit had made me broader.

What books are good to read on self-development? I already read: Atomic Habits, 12 rules of life, deep work, science of getting rich, Think and grow rich, How to influence people. Thanks!

Want to buy treadmill under $500. Any recommendations?

I just noticed I can see my spine when I bend over. I’m well within normal weight (115-120ish; F; 30; 5’3”) Is this normal?

Has anyone on here done the Insanity Max 30 workouts? I’m a petite F and want to reduce my body fat percentage by 5-7%. Watching calories / food intake and hoping this workout can do the trick!

Is it normal to have the “Sunday scaries”? What do you do to avoid them?

Is it a thing where your body goes through withdrawal, if you don’t exercise for one day? I do a mix of HIIT running and weights a few times a week. If I don’t work out, I feel kind of dizzy, fatigued...but if I go exercise I immediately feel better.

Any other endurance athletes out there? I do 70.3s and mountain biking and I’m really starting to feel the constant flying take a toll on my recovery. What are some tips to maximize recovery?

When did y’all get tired of bar hopping/staying out late on Friday and Saturday night? 26 and still haven’t found anything more fun to do especially because I can still wake up early and work out/work/etc.

I lost 10 lbs in about 2 months. And I wasn’t able to lose anything in a year prior. Incase anyone needs motivation.

Does anyone here have a Garmin watch? If you do, How do you like it? Looking to get my dad one and wondering if it is better than an Apple Watch (which he already has). Looking at the Fenix 6 model. He needs it more for health, heart rate, step tracking etc. Thank you!

Is it possible to have abdominal muscle pain from doing push-ups? (When push ups have never been your thing)?

I’ve been working out at F45 (45min of HIIT/functional circuit training) daily from 7am-8am & doing intermittent fasting. My fast ends at 11:30am but I’m so hungry after my workouts, it’s hard to focus during that 3.5 hour window. Anyone else have this problem? I also feel like I might be losing gains by not taking in any protein after my workouts.