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!

Venting moment: can we discuss how every symptom is either “you’re miscarrying/dying” or “totally normal pregnancy symptom” and there is no in between? Crazy cramps? Either ectopic/dying or normal because hormones. Sudden horrible back pain? Either miscarriage or totally normal because hormones.

Anyone else schedule private meetings in the middle of the day so you can go to the gym?

Just got back from an 8 week scan and there was no heartbeat. Second pregnancy in a row. Not sure how many more times I can do this.

Anyone had luck finding a good therapist who actually understands ADHD? Getting advice like "try taking a walk every day" and "practice these breathing exercises" is driving me crazy. I need actual solutions and shit, not just platitudes and internet worksheets.

Dubai/UAE ADHDers. Can you take stimulants into the country for like a one month project there?

What has everyone's experience with therapy been like? I feel like the therapy I go is nothing like it's portrayed in popular media.

I often just feel like I'm talking to a wall. I guess I was hoping that my therapist would engage me a bit more and try to offer potential solutions or activities that I could do to improve my RSD/anxiety/ADHD symptoms.

My RE is saying my ovulation is concerning. They are not able to see the follicles grow before ovulation and ovaries were small post ovulation too. All my labs are normal and periods super regular. What could be wrong? RE says he can’t say anything until we do ultrasounds next cycle.

Our ED has started to use a monitor in the staff lounge to display doctor-level rates of admission for conditions often suited to observation. Interesting to see folks' reactions

If I forget to click that I’m doing a “run” in activity app on my Apple Watch, would the watch still capture the appropriate number of active calories?

Traveled for the first time this week since COVID and got the dreaded “do you have kids?” question at team dinner. Him-“do you have kids?” Me- “No, I don’t.” Him-“Oh good! That’s the right choice!!” Me (awkwardly)- “I still have time… I’m not even 30 yet!” (Team member who knows about our 3 month and 6 month miscarriages looking on with THE saddest face) Ughhhh. He had absolutely no idea and meant well since everyone was talking about their kids but gosh…I wish this didn’t have to be a thing😩

Do iqvia gurgaon has tie up with any hospital in gurgaon?

Day 5 of Wellbutrin for ADHD. Already seem to wake up easier and been able to focus a bit more. Really hope to keep seeing improvement and this isn’t a placebo affect so far!

Any other males get really sensitive nipples (especially the left) when the adderall wears off? 😂 I wish I were joking, but it genuinely is irritating enough that I have to not wear a shirt / take week-long+ breaks once it reaches a certain point.

I’m going through a severe depression. I’m currently studying for the CPA (I’m halfway through. Going to take FAR). I cannot concentrate or comprehend anything. Any tips and/or advice ?

Was anyone else here considered an "essential worker" during 2020? I feel like I'm still recovering from that year!

One of my developers is diagnosed as autistic and has difficulties communicating with the team, often criticizing others. How should I handle this?

Anyone here who suffers from ADD/ADHD? My Vyvanse wears off around 4:00, I take Adderall to supplement but my psychiatrist is reluctant to give me more Adderall to power through the day/night; he just doesn’t get B4 busy season. Any advice?

How do you envision gyms opening as part of phase 2? Going to be very difficult to add in restrictions and guidelines in my opinion. Should go for an all or nothing approach and not even think about placing restrictions on my hot yoga class.

My sister in India is struggling with IVF. What would the process be to donate an egg to her over there or get them her in the USA to do it ? Thanks a lot . Also if you know of great fertility clinics in India please recommend !

Anyone have ideas for a 10th grade honors vocabulary test? How do I make it challenging so they can’t cheat? It’s an epidemic at my school.

Hello! I’m a first year teacher who is starting on the 15th. I will be teaching 6th & 7th grade ELA. Does anyone have any advice for a first year teacher starting in the middle of the school year?

I have almost 13 years of experience in people management, operations, and new project transitions in US Medical Billing, and US Mortgage. I am looking for suitable roles in South India locations and I am looking for referrals from the fishes.

Anyone interested in purchasing a SXSW Film badge at the early bird special cost of $895?

Trying to think of media properties and initiatives to illustrate the brand archetypes of Magician, Outlaw, and Sage (beyond the typically cited CPG brands). For example, Vice media could be seen as Outlaw, Mayo Clinic as Sage... other suggestions?

What are your favorite sources for reference / background photography for briefs? Unsplash, Google Images, what else?

I had an in person interview on Friday morning and sent a thank you email eod Friday. Now I’m wishing I would have asked when to expect to hear back. It was a panel interview with a smaller municipality. How do people deal with the wait game, how long do I wait before reaching out? I felt very good about it but now each day that passes I feel less confident! Help!

Is it possible to make north of $300K in the HR organization? If so, how long will it take?… Here is some context: Recently I made a career change from Finance to HR driven by the passion I have for the type of work; I find myself working nonstop precisely because I like this line of work… I even dream about work! I have some personal/family (economic) goals I’d planned to accomplish in the next few years, but now I’m concerned if by following my passion, I’m putting my family at risk. Thoughts?

Underpaid? SA, $110K, 10 yr-Industry exp, MBA, Advisory-Finance.

Received performance bonus for FY22. Have a doubt, i joined on Jan last week of 2021. Mentioned a number. Is it after tax?

Do we get a hike based on the mid-year/quarterly reflections in IBM?

Can anyone refer me to a job in Milan, Italy. I have over 12.5 years experience in IT and currently working as a project manager

Skill: SAP CRM consultant and agile product manager
Secondary skill: manual testing and test management

Background:
My wife has got a offer to study her Master's in NABA, Milan Italy which will start in Feb 2023. I would like to travel along with her if I can get a job in the available time.

Please let me know if it is possible, I will share my profile

Do you feel like having a higher salary negates any downsides to a sales engineer role?

anyone know who created Palantir's website?

Is anyone willing to provide a referral? My current contract is coming to an end in 2 months and I’ve had little luck securing another offer in the last few months I’ve been recruiting, even after a few final rounds. Would appreciate any help!

Moved from Chicago where landlords are required to pay broker's fee, but seems like that's rarely the case here. Should I expect to pay the fee if I don't rent directly from an apartment building?

I started working for a bank and am going through the background check. They found an arrest which was dismissed and the file was sealed a few days after the check. They’re requesting the police report on top of the court order to seal. The police report is BAD. During the arrest (DUI) they wrote the report to make me seem like a complete lunatic. Embellished on several elements of the case. I am worried that giving them this report will cause me to be let go.

how's everyone doing? I'm on day 2... I'm hoping it sticks this time. had a scaryyyyy drunken night on a work trip where I made a series of veryyy bad calls. glad I'm not dead or in jail.

I’m in constant chronic pain and considering kratom but I hear it is addictive and damaging. Has anyone had experience with it?

Hi. I feel such a disconnect sometimes. My team is amazing and I’ve been on the same project for about a year. However, I’m never invited to work on PowerPoints and stuff over drinks.

Best AA meetings in NYC??

I messed ups no need help. Idk where to turn.

A friend of mine is dealing with addiction in her family. Does anyone know of good zoom nar anon meetings?

Has anyone else felt like living by yourself, isolated has driven them crazy? New city, no family, no friends. I understand that’s life and I’ll get through it but just wanted to express that

“Like” this post if this has been a tough week for you too...help me feel not so alone.

Starting on my journey to sobriety today from sex addiction. I’ve been clean from alcohol for several years but my therapist has pushed me to start attending AA meetings in addition to SAA meetings. I know I can’t overcome this alone.

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?

I could like to cut down my coffee consumption. Can we have that discussion here?
Has anyone successfully stopped consuming completely? Any side effects? How do you tay focused?

I have been alcohol free for 2 months but I use MMJ to focus. My dr prescribed MMJ because I don’t want pharma drugs like Adderall. Is there a place for me in AA or is it all (sobriety) or nothing?

Any DFW folks here? Need to freshen up my meeting routine.

How long does it take after I quick alcohol to start feeling good? For reference - I have been drinking about 3-5 drinks per evening, for about 20 years.

Where to start. Sitting here contemplating life after a sixer and wondering why I keep getting to this place. I make my family scared of me and push my wife and kids farther away while I think everything is ok.I can stop drinking when I need to focus on work, but when things get out of control I just drink it away. Tired of this cycle but unsure where to turn, but I know if I continue down this path it won’t be good. I am a vet and think I have PTSD, but turn to the bottle when needed