I saw this story again and couldn’t even imagine this happening in the US today. It’s sad how selfish we have become as a country

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-pacific-13598607

My Ammi told me
“Yeh American Saray crazy
Mut ja beta”

Then Baba said
It’s for her bright future
Beta get that Green Card
(I did)

Now we have the plague
And a “charia” President
Ammi says: “Beta tell me, was it worth it?”

Happy fourth everyone. Mmmerica the beautiful.

Can anyone recommend a good book/materials to prep for the CIPP/CIPM? 🙏🏽

We have some community group send in pizza, cookies, and coffee to our emergency room during COVID. Another doc literally started crying he was so grateful

What are the healthiest oils to cook with?

How are you able to do heavy exercises after work? My body heats up and my sleep suffers. How do you work the next day?

This is a random question!

Does anyone know if insurers outside health insurance cover/reimburse travel vaccine costs as part of named benefits coverage by employers?

Like of you have a lot of international / extended business travel and need travel vaccines would Lloyd's cover the cost?

When you encounter a conspiracy theorist re the vaccines, do you set them straight or do you just ignore it? I struggle w how to approach this.

I was supportive of Lori when this virus first started but her actions since have dwindled my support of her. I don’t expect her to make every decision correct nor do we have to agree with all of them. I believe she should be correct around 75 percent of the time but I believe she is in the 50 percent range. I know everything doesn’t fall on her shoulder but things haven’t been great as of late. Hopefully they figure out something soon.

Hello all

Could you please let me know the insurance coverage in Lti.

Would like to know coverage per person and is there option for floater against complete family.

Thanks in advance

Anyone else struggling with hormones / mood swings? I am almost 16 weeks and been having a real tough time lately, feeling really down and stressed about things. Sadly, causing tension between me and my partner as well as he cannot relate and seems preoccupied with business as usual. Trying to get out the funk and just telling myself it’s all the hormones.

Anyone a manager? I’m recently diagnosed (26F) and I can’t help but beat myself up everytime I fall short of my to do list. Makes me feel like a huge disservice to my team. I’ve been trying vitamin D and working out, but it makes my “highs” and “low” SO extreme. The simplest things are so complex in my mind.

If anyone feels similar, how do you manage these feelings? I’m personally considering switching to an individual contributor role, but can’t help but feel like a disappointment if I do.

Is there a group for people who aren’t alcoholics, but have issues drinking? Is it rude to go to AA if you aren’t totally dependent, but it is affecting you adversely?

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

Any recommendation for a therapist around Jersey City/ NYC area? I have called 15 people so far and none of them are taking new clients. This isn't helping my anxiety.

My only limitation are the need to sustain a life and time

How do you get more dopamine?

Is anyone or does anyone have a good personal trainer in the NYC area? I’m quite an experienced lifter but have hit a mental (and slightly physical) plateau and would benefit from some coaching. TIA!

1/22/22 Daily Checkin! What’s your work out for this Saturday?

I've started doing meditation with this group called The 'Art of Living' in New York City, and it's honestly changed my life. Can't recommend it enough for dealing with the stresses of modern life.

Capgemini HR asking me to share offer letters.

Is it fine to share them ?

Recent immigrant and about to buy a car - insurance company said it would take 2 weeks to process my application. Is this normal? In the US I insured my car with one 10min phone call, so was a bit surprised

Just moved into an apartment in Old Town. The insulation for both sound and heat is terrible. I can hear everything going on outside and am nervous that the heat/gas bill will be insane.

We live near a train stop (~200 yards away) and hear it crystal clear.

Do you think my landlord will do anything to fix it if we ask? I’m more concerned about the noise. Any tips?

At what point does it make sense to buy a home? I have ~700k in the stock market and a lower than average salary currently (80k) and pay 1800 a month in rent.

My MOH is probably not going to be able to attend my wedding bc of covid restrictions. Freaking out slightly because I don't have someone close enough to replace her / I don't know how viable her zooming in would be? Any advice / tips?

On the verge of turning an hourly client into a retainer. Any tips?

Is freelancing as a Photographer and Retoucher possible in LA or SF? Is anyone making that happen for themselves?

Have you ever asked a FT gig if you could freelance instead of going FT either to test out the agency/team or to wait out a better offer?

Any insights are appreciated.

Advertising Week Question!
Any events this year? Last year we got to watch Alessia Cara w/o needing to have ticket for Ad Week. Is it worth going to? It’s kinda pricy, but I’m looking to network more

Small air fryer recommendations please? Confused by so many option!

I could not get myself to stop eating ice cream out of the container tonight no matter how much I knew I’d end up hating myself tomorrow for doing it :(

Hi, does anyone know when an employee becomes eligible for maternity/paternity leave at either Gilead, BMS, or Merck? For NVS, it’s day 1 of employment but not sure if that’s common within the industry.

I have been at my company for 3.5 years. One year ago (2.5 years into my employment with them) they re-leveled everyone and I was bumped to an entry level position on the terms that they changed my job title when they re-leveled, so “technically” I am at the early stages of my new title. Even though the job duties did not really change.
I’m not sure the best way to approach this. Has anyone else had a similar experience or know how I should advocate for myself?

I need a job😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭

Hourly pay rate

I've seen a couple posts about unionizing, anyone know anything about the potential Kaiser strike in early October? Saw online that they're already hiring for scabs, $3400-$5950 + housing, travel transportation, and per diem. And this is for techs!!!

Anybody ever left public accounting to start their own (non-accounting) business? If so, how established was the business before you decided to make the switch, and how long did it take to get there?

Book recommendations? I’ve been reading atomic habits, and have moved onto Traders guns and money.

Just was notified that all work from home privileges are being removed. The reasoning? Because executive office wants to.

Do you think there will be another housing bubble burst in the near future due to COVID? Assuming relative job security, would that be an opportune time to invest in Manhattan real estate?

Week 13 of social isolation and we decided to get a cat. She’s here Monday, give me all your tips?

Our carry-ons will be COVID infested when we're hauling it around and in and out of the bins. Would you Lysol spray your Tumi?Does Lysol ruin cloth/leather?

Best books on entrepreneurship? Trying to find a good birthday gift for a friend thinking of starting his own company and exploring business ideas

On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate your looks and personality, 10 being highest?

Books recommendations during this time?

Home office preference question. I am getting ready to redo the layout of my home office. One option I'm considering would have my desk facing a wall. I am wondering if anyone with this current setup has any feedback about it. I would face the wall so that I would have a better background for video conferences (am on about half the day) and also my cord situation would be cleaner.

Are more massive layoffs coming? What industries (in-house/ecomm) are safest right now or during a recession?

Any books/self help materials for someone who is constantly worrying (and waste a lot of unnecessary time)? E.g. No matter if i pass or fail an interview, there is always something to worry about. The worrying/anxiety multiplies when I proceeded further in the interview stages. Now that I signed the offer and is pending background checks, my anxiety is off the roof as it itches closer to my starting date.

Does anybody else feel like they’ve grown to like their jobs more now that they’ve become accustomed to working from home?

I LOVE not having to be in people’s faces all day and streamlining work!

Any recipe book recommendations for making cocktails?😋

We are all sleep walkers (specifically in Europe) walking towards the second wave of corona virus cases and potential lock-downs even though we should all know better.
Change my mind!

What is dating during corona like? Is there any etiquette I need to be aware of? I stopped dating when the pandemic started, and just recently rejoined a dating app and have a first date this week. I know we both go outside and socialize with friends and neighbors (I’ve been careful and selective, not sure about him) so do I assume it will be like always?

I need one season long series that I can start and finish today stuffing myself with Popeye and smoking joints. Something like Chernobyl, The Terror etc. thanks in advance!