Navigating mental health care in Houston on a budget. Therapy's essential, but costs are daunting. Any recommendations for therapists/clinics with sliding scale fees (ideally under $75/session) or who accept Blue Cross Blue Shield? Specific names and locations would be a lifesaver!

Had a second date planned for tonight, she text me this morning and has a high fever! Should I send a care package?

Does anyone else have a serious sweating problem in the mornings? I read somewhere that it can be due to increased cortisol levels upon waking but haven’t found much info about that or improving it

Running my first half-marathon mid-October, How many weeks should I give myself to train? I was thinking 14. Not trying to PR, and can run 4/5 miles comfortably right now. Any advice or training plans you recommend?

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

My husband and I are in 2nd month of trying to get pregnant. Been on BC on and off for the last 15 years. Taking prenatal vitamins, watching ovulation, watching diet, any other suggestions?

Anyone else have trouble hitting their calorie goals in the winter because it’s just too cold outside to go get groceries/lunch/dinner? 😩

Parents - what do you do for emergency back-up care, particularly if child is sick? We have Bright Horizons emergency care but I understand it’s not reliable so was curious if there are other local agencies that have worked for this…

Pharma Insight Bingo!? I’ll start. “Patients have settled for a new normal.”

Anybody had experience with 10mg Doxepin for sleep issues.

Did you know that forced pregnancy is recognized under the Geneva Convention as a crime against humanity and a war crime? Perhaps our companies can openly take a side on the current abortion issue since it impacts many of us and our work lives. What do you think? Civil responses only please.

Today Pfizer announced that trials show that their vaccine is 100% effective for teens ages 12-15. Do you think most of our students will get it for next year?

Husband and I have been TTC for almost a year. His semen analysis came back all normal with the exception of morphology at 1% (Kruger Strict criteria). Anyone have insights into morphology and it’s impacts on fertility? From what I’ve read and after talking to our fertility specialist morphology seems subjective.

Is your facility paying for you to get COVID
testing?

Talking about the impact of covid on family life is big in our community, but politics is strictly prohibited. Just the mention of covid when certain members are around and it turns to politics. Time to ban covid talk completely?

What is the drug culture like at your office? I assume people don’t openly talk about what they do in their free time if illicit, but they may do so quietly or you can otherwise tell.
Do you get the impression many people do them? If so, soft drugs (ex - weed)? Hard drugs? Non-prescribed study drugs? Frequency? At work-sponsored social functions? To an extent that it’s noticeable/problematic?

my tolerance for alcohol > my tolerance for people

I’m about 10 pounds heavier than I was in college 3 years ago, but I have defined ab muscles and better endurance/strength than ever before. But I can’t help thinking I still feel a little chubby in

What's the most unhealthy habit you have and does it affect your work? I stay up late bingeing Netflix after a tough day and then I'm tired the next and it's a cycle.

December is typically slow due to EOY/holidays. How to maintain momentum when losing motivation and don’t want to stall until Jan?

I just received a great offer, but accepting it would require me to give up a 4-week paid sabbatical that’s coming up in a month with my current employer. How can I negotiate a late start? For an L7, senior role, can you negotiate a 2 month late start with a potential new employer?

Hi fishes,

Iam looking for job,can anyone able to refer me for Technical support analyst position in your company.
I have total yoe-8yrs
Current CTC-4LPA

Any idea what directors earn in big 4?

I have a coworker who keeps spouting comparative odds and situations in regards to the safety of the vaccine. Such as: you're twice as likely to get hit by lightening than have blod clots from JJ. It's very annoying and I find it to be really inapprorpriate, maybe because it's pushy or just I find these comparative things to be a bit irrelevant. How does one handle something like that? Can you shut the person down without starting a spat?

Anyone here downshift in life post service?

Feel like I've been going full bore for the past decade and literally have no problem continuing the trend. Like I could just keep marking milestones and grinding or whatever until I die.

Wondering when if anyone else felt similar and decided to pull back and do something more relaxing. What was the catalyst, what are you doing, and are you enjoying it?

I'd considered taking up a 9-5 somewhere but not sure if thatd wear off fast.

10/17 check-in: Good morning! What are everyone’s workout plans for today?

For me- treadmill, triceps, shoulders.

I am a solution engineering (presales) manager, and looking to hire a Tableau Analytics SE for our Canada Public Sector team. Seeking candidates with relevant experience in technical customer-facing roles and/or analytics. Ideally residing in Toronto or Montreal metro areas, public sector experience. Bilingual (French and English) is a huge plus. Please let me know if you are interested to learn more! I don’t have the job posting yet but will share once I do.

I’m a salaried employee, am I legally entitled to get paid for December 28, 29 and 30 if our company tells me I don’t need to work on those days?

Can someone help me on what should one ask for B8 position for project management having 8 years of experience .

What do you when you begin to feel yourself emotionally detaching and spiraling back to a depressive state?

Asking for a friend - anyone staying in a marriage just for the kid(s)?

It's not like the marriage is terrible or unhealthy, but they would take an out if not for having had the kids.

Anyone else experience this? I'm wondering how common this is.

I'm looking for referral in hcl. Is any vacancies related to Informatica power center then please refer

The "who loves dogs?" bowl is making my life much better right now

What is CRISIL's notice period

Does any one know about the Persistent system ltd. average appraisal per cycle

Good companies for .net developer having 8 yeo ??
In terms of project growth and wlb ??
Thanks in advance

It's been just about a year since Astroworld. Do you all feel safe at large events? Do event organizers and venues do enough to keep attendees safe?

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.

Anyone interested in taking over my lease for a 2-bed room spacious and nice apartment in the heights (11th st)? Amazing location, gated garage and great place. Rent is 2,250 a month, lease ends in Feb 26th 2023, and I’m moving out Oct 15th (I’m flexible)
@DM if you’re interested

What resources would you recommend to find a full time nanny in Houston? Any specific websites, services, groups or places that have worked for you in the past?

Are there any affordable batting cages south of Houston that I can take my son to?

Do you wear cowgirl or cowboy boots?

Looking like I'm moving to Houston early next year from DC for work. Any favorite neighborhoods for someone in their late 20s? Priorities are really just good food/bars. Would love to be in the $2-2.5k range.

How early is too early to decorate for Christmas? I'm very much in wait until after Thanksgiving camp, but my neighbors have had so much stuff up since November 1st!

Anyone else go to Swedish House Mafia tonight? What a show!

Any relatively recent applicants to Texas State Bar to be admitted without examination? How long did it take for you to be admitted after application was complete? Trying to gauge current timeline.

Anyone have tips for finding out about social events/does anyone want to hang? Moved here late last year and it's hard to meet people

Looking to relocate from VA to Houston, any recommendations on apartments?

Renters: if you love your place, please let me know. My apartment complex is mehhh now and rent for my 2 bedroom/2bathroom, 1100 sq. ft. apartment is going up to $2,600+. I don’t mind the price but I need more amenities for it to be worth it. Also is Hanover worth the hype?

My company is hiring for CPAs for associate for our dispute and investigation group. DM me if interested. Preferably have audit experience.

Hi! My friend found a stray dog that gave birth to puppies. They need help with finding a living space for the dogs. Anyone who can foster, plz dm me. Also, please share any advice or sheltors/ fosters. Thank you

Best ways to sell used furniture?

City of Houston Jobs - anyone have any insight into their hiring process? My applications get to the Referred List stage but then go stale.

Does anyone have any apartment recommendations for a 1 bed 1 bath?

Any good apartments in the heights, montrose, midtown, river oaks, rice village, tangle wood, memorial park area anyone recommends? My current lease is ending soon