I think we’re a reasonably happy family and i still hate the holidays time of year. It’s always something - terrible political views shared, issues with the food, someone said something objectionable to someone, silent feuds are forming or happening, kids or dog are having issues.

Anyone else feel similar? Or do other people legitimately love holidays with their immediate families and in-laws.

Any recommendations for books for desi parents ? Politics , economics, world order , self help

Hi,
To what and all places can I travel in Bengaluru for 2 days with family ?

1. Bannerghatta National Park
Please add on to this....

I work in a self contained classroom. A parent of one of my kids wants to come and volunteer after learning all my staff quit. Can I allow her to do this? Admin has no idea and I'm not sure with FERPA laws.. advice, suggestions? What can I have her do if she can come?

My sister & I don’t get along because i feel she is extremely rude & prefers outsiders over family. My parents however, despite the fact that she disrespects them too, always say she is our daughter & we have to deal with it so just let her be. My mom thinks she is not in a good financial state so we should help her & I don’t want to given her disgusting behavior. Every time i buy something nice for myself, my mom kind of pushes me to buy for her too, and I don’t want to. Continued..

HELP! 30+ years of teaching Sped and I’m at a loss. 6th grade student in Middle School with Doose syndrome. Prior to MS, the elementary said he never caused problems. Since the 1st day, he is disruptive in class, refuses to work, and is disrespectful. He has a one-on-one para but she is in tears most days because of his behavior. Parents agreed with a behavior plan - he thinks it’s a game. Parents say he is not allowed to be this way at home.

Married to a crazy rich girlfriend and it's the worst experience of my life. She can afford anything, flying first class everywhere, wears all branded stuff and she doesnt have to work for life. I am working very hard to provide for family and I am still not able to add any value to her life and she's been distancing herself. We havent had any meaningful interaction in the past 1 year too, been sleeping separately, no touch/kiss/sex or anything like that. We might be divorcing soon...

Is it normal to feel depressed/lonely during wedding planning? I almost feel like I can’t talk about it since other people aren’t engaged and I feel like I’m rubbing it in their faces talking about it. So I have to keep everything to myself and it’s kind of stressful

Need advice and help.

I have realized I grew up in a household where my dad did not treat my mom as an equal. He belittles her, is rude and convinced his way is the only way.

It is painful to say, but some of this shows up in me and in my relationship. I am starting to catch myself, and it to me seems to be more of a reaction than anythjng that is ever intentional.

Wondering if anyone has dealt with something similar, and any success in making changes besides therapy. Cont. in comments

I am generally uncomfortable when I’m around my mother-in-law’s husband.

While he is overall a decent guy, his anger issues, yelling at his wife for the slightest issue, and insulting nature makes me uncomfortable and triggers my own anger due to his blatant disrespect for just about everyone around him.

My mother-in-law says he’s worked on things, but it’s been 10 years of this and I’m not sure I want such behavior around my wife and our kids since we’re trying to conceive soon (cont).

A relative is raising a teenage son with her ex-husband. They have joint physical custody. The ex-husband has re-married. When the son is in his care, he often leaves the son at home in California with his (new) wife when he travels for work (which is often). The relative wants her ex-husband to leave their son in her care when he travels out of town but the ex-husband disagrees. The relative wants to know her chances of prevailing if she were to appear in court on this issue. Thoughts? Thanks!

Do you think it is easier to overcome cheating in a relationship that has or does not have children involved? Listening to an interesting podcast and would love to know peoples take on the topic

I’m in SF but nervous to officially come out to my friends even though I’m sure they all know/assume anyway. :(

My mother in law is dying of cancer but is also a toxic person. My husband has mixed feelings around letting her dump all of her emotions that should be handled with a therapist on him. Beyond this,

I can’t imagine going back to working in the office everyday without seeing my boyfriend and plants all day. Just the thought of that makes me miss them!

I ve been in Houston for like 8 months now. I am introverted, and I live by myself. I literally have no friends here outside of the folks I talk to at work.
I need help.

28, still haven't moved out of parents' home. Anyone else in similar situation?

GF is 32 and I’m 28. She wants kids within 2 years, understandably. I never envisioned having kids that early (more like late 30s), but I like her a lot. Anyone else gone through something similar?

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.

Thinking about joining TSG coming from an audit supervisor at mid tier. What’s work exactly do you do for your clients? Any finance work? I’m trying to figure out what exactly I will be doing if I join

Got a referral to BCG and still haven’t had anybody follow up to screen or interview me. It’s been two weeks now. Lol do I give up all hope? How long does this usually take?

I know I'm in the minority here (and I swear this isn't a brag) but is anyone else less stressed this busy season working from home, and finding issues focusing because of it? My work is getting done, but just very very slowly. I'm able to sleep throughout the night and not wake up early (which is a huge negative right now) and literally feel no need to stay glued to my computer as in prior years. Am I broken?

Can you mess up taking a deposition? I walkways feel like I don’t know what I’m doing when taking a dep.

Software Sales: How long did it take back then to close your first deal?

What is everyone's favorite whiskey, and why?

I've never understood this, why do there seem to be more female librarians than male?

Anyone interested in starting a good/wine club in NYC? We bring different wines and make a tasting event out of it. Could be in our homes or at a restaurant!

One suggestion, we had new team build 2 years back. All persons have left , only I am left with current project. even I resigned in Dec but got retained.
Now complete team left and I am only left in project as not getting much motivation to work on . Working as Project lead currently

Any suggestion???

Hi all,
I’m keen to explore opportunities outside lab in healthcare/life sciences as either~> Market Research Analyst,~> Business Development Manager,~> Management Consulting,~> Product Manager
I have a PhD degree in Neuroscience (4+ years of experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, with 5 first author publications, 600+ surgeries on mouse brain studying brain injury and link to Epilepsy) 1+ industry exp as Scientist.Need some references or links who can help me connect to companies

Can H1B approved under consular processing but yet to be activated be transferred to another employer and can the new employer apply for transfer and change of status?

Hi Sharks, Please guide. I have below offer Wolters kluwer 26.5 (2.5 variable) Thought works 24.5 (1.5 variable) I have hr round from globant next week, how much should i ask from them? I can join in a month Yoe 7.6 years Tech stack : Automation Testing Also what would be best option/company .I am looking for wlb and job security. Globant

How many leaves are there in PwC AC. Do you guys have winter disconnect?

How are we going to keep up our grinds when we have to actually be in an office?

THINKING of next strategic!

7pm flight- just me myself and I @ TSA

Any recommendations for a mattress? Cheaper the better (although I’d love the Sheraton, I can’t afford $$$$)

Does anybody have good electric standing desk recommendations? Ideally in the $200-300 range.

Thanks Brexit. My portfolio about to make me cry tomorrow 😞

What is your favorite quote that keeps you going when the times are tough?

Where do you buy your dress pants?

What are your expenses/time horror stories? Has anyone gotten fired in relation to expenses? Compensation withheld?

WTF... all I hear is a girl sobbing across these damn walls.. yo go to sleep and shut up, who cares if he forgot what today was - Sheraton KoP (in case you read this, silent sobbing please)

Which do you choose: EY TAS - OTS or Deloitte S&O - M&A?

Which top consulting firms, if any, will pay for your MBA?

So I’ve been studying for the AWS cloud practitioner certification for a month now and completed all cloud quest levels but still not feeling 100% confident. Has anyone tried the exam question dumps ? There are so many websites but not sure which one is the most reliable one as all of them you would have to purchase such as pass-guaranteed, certwizard, etc.. any recommendations is greatly appreciated

Best books on leadership and self development?

Poll: What dress code do you follow at your home office?

Finally slashed inbox down from 200 to 7. Feel so accomplished 😉

My flight is three hours delayed. I have collected so many pokeballs.

Do people have ongoing, running text conversations with SO or friends during the workday? My SO thought it was weird at first to not text her throughout the day. What do you people even text about?

Looking for an ongoing mentor/coach at MBB (not a referral). Hoping to find someone that can help groom me, share ongoing advice, and answer questions. Can be anonymous as well - any takers?!

Any opinions on working for RSM’s Management Consulting practice?

Will companies know that you got laid off if they do a background check?