On days like this, especially after a holiday, when I'm up early and it's a beautiful morning, and there's no one out I'm grateful I'm sober at least for today.

Might be a silly question - but can we choose to have a c-section over natural delivery? The thought of natural delivery scares me

My back still hurts from last week, these fancy ergonomic office chairs seem to somehow feel worse then the regular ones...

Fam, are you guys mixing vaccines? The track record for “take the first one available!!” isn’t the greatest

I am a fitness and wellness oriented person. I enjoy taking care of myself and I do enjoy working out. I try to stick to things I enjoy and have fun doing. However, I am struggling now to commit to exercising. I even went down to just doing a walk outside and doing strength training in my rec room 1x-2x a week… and I’ve unable to do that.
Anyone else experience this? Any idea on how to feel excited and energized about working out?

Anyone have good therapist recs in DC?

Opinions on calling sick? How sick do you have to be? Does mental health count?

I’ve gotten really used to drinking two glasses of wine after work. Suggestions what to replace it with? Has anyone tried non-alcoholic wine or any ideas for mocktails? I don’t like to feel dependent, plus the extra calories.

I’ve found that when I’m feeling down it helps to think about moments where I felt like I was on top of the world (first successful MTD, etc).

What is your favorite memory from practicing?

Had my second retrieval yesterday. They got three eggs and two fertilized. So far, this is the exact same thing that happened my last retrieval in January. Three total eggs, two fertilized. They weren't growing super well so we did a fresh transfer for both (and neither stuck).

Feeling a bit discouraged that the same pattern is repeating itself again. Probably will end up doing a fresh transfer for both of these embryos (again). I'm 33 with unexplained low ovarian reserve. Just sucks.

Anyone started lifting weights as a noob and use an online instructor? I’m early 30s, have been good about cardio for the past year and now want to build a lil muscle but don’t have time for a trainer

Been hitting the gym for around 9 years. Today I had a trial session with a personal trainer and I enjoyed it. It was my first time ever working with one. I’m wondering if paying 500$ per month is worth it? I saw great results when I was working out by myself so I’m not sure if it’s worth to pay so much. Thoughts?

I have really bad biryani cravings.

Has anybody gone through robotic Myomectomy for fibroids and been successfully pregnant? Does it lead to any tissue scaring which may prevent you from getting pregnant?

It’s only been a week but I love the positivity and accountability I’m getting from this group! I feel the most optimistic I’ve ever felt about achieving my fitness goals for an upcoming year and this group has definitely helped, just wanted to share and say thanks 😊 let’s keep it up!!

Tips for getting deeper into meditation?

Looking for a recommendation for a new doctor/PA/whatever for ADD medicine. I have been on medicine for 15 years and think it’s crazy to come in 4 times a year and pay $300 for a 3 minute appointment.

Vaccination cards, is it just me or is the system faulty. I feel like there is no real way to tell I have been vaccinated. Yes I went to a clinic, yes i got vaxxer, yes I have my card, but I cant seem to find myself on any database.. so what's the deal

What are the most common side effects you felt / experienced during stims?

Thoughts on the Bill Michael resignation email we got? I’ve heard the same commentary and worse from my bosses about covid being ‘fake’ or ‘ over exaggerated’ and have been told by my bosses to expect working longer hours without hanging time to eat — but it seems it doesn’t matter unless unless there’s an article written about it that the media puts out.... one thing to enforce our values on only those getting caught in the spotlight for it.

I’m looking for an Airbnb referral, would anyone be able to help? Would love to connect to learn more. Thanks!

Hello. I cleared 1st round of Citi for position of Salesforce Developer. Could anyone please provide sone inputs what type of questions will be asked in 2nd round ?

They tell us not to eat time but then say if we go over the minimum hours that work will have to be reallocated...why don’t the higher ups understand that there is no one to reallocate the work to...

Just came across this bowl and decided to join. I'm from the Bronx, NYC and I'm an AD intern. Also I'm Dominican 🇩🇴😁

KPMG Recruiters are the most unprofessional of the Big Four.

Change my mind.

Quinn Emanuel associates, how much are you expected to bill? It looks like 2100 hours for market bonus, but is that considered low or is that considered ok?

🐠fam need some advise : i have been doing ERP implementation work for like almost 7 years now. If I decide to get an MBA, does it make more sense in coming back to an implementation field of work ?

Hi folks,

Looking for a reference in Mckinsey having 7 years of exp in digital currently working as engagement manager. Any reference?

Does anyone have experience working in-house at a REIT? It sounds kind of intense, but I have no source to corroborate, ha.

Any recommendations on books to get up to speed on leading/managing teams as a new manager in consulting? Preference towards tangible case studies etc. vs. high level concepts.

So I transferred my Stocks from RH to Fidelity last year. Would I need tax forms from both? Or would fidelity include all my transaction history?

What dress shirts do the men wear? I'm tired of the elbow in my shirts always ripping. I think I've had 3 or so shirts rip in the elbow this year. I typically buy shirts in the $30-40 range. Do I need

Are we permitted work phones? New joiner today!

Tips for resume/job application for tech firm in strategy and operations especially if you are from public sector consulting background

My teammate is leaving for a new opportunity soon and I will be floating by myself for a few months. Would anyone be able to provide me with any solid books that pertain to our field? I'm open to anything for creative, people manager 101, digital marketing, career motivating, etc. Trying to swim along to find my new normal and be self motivated.

Hi All,

How's work culture for LTI Salesforce projects ?

Please help!

Thanks.

Vinayaka chavithi subhakankshalu 😊

New to MBDR, topped off pretax 401k today and will get full company "match." Going forward I plan to do after tax contributions, does it make sense to change investment direction to money market to reduce the likelihood of nondeductible losses or taxable gains between dates of contribution and rollover?

Been running on self-will for the duration of this lockdown. My reserves that I built up in this program are depleted. Thankfully I was able to attend a meeting this evening, and the topic was 3rd step. Funny how that happens. Good reminder that a life run on self-will can hardly be a success.

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.

I’ve managed well during all of this and am approaching my first full year of sobriety. But the thoughts of “I want to get slammed at a bar when this is over” are starting.

Is Al Anon really helpful for spouses/children affected by alcoholism or other addictions? Does anyone have insight on this

Has anyone done the Lionrock Recovery Program? I just enrolled and wondered if anyone has done it. I was stunned that my insurance basically covers all the costs.

Looking for motivation to get me to my first Alcohol rehab appointment.

Walked back from the liquor store between calls in tears because I can’t control myself anymore. Am doing an intake meeting with a Intensive Out Patient care provider next week. Will be doing therapy from 5:30p-8:30p like three times a week for two weeks. How do I tell my team that I’ll have hard stops for these sessions? I don’t feel comfortable sharing my alcoholism with them

This time last year I knew I needed to stop drinking, but I couldn’t. This year, though, I’m putting my health first. Starting day 2 of sobriety and hope to keep it up. Thanks to this group for all the support and encouragement shown to those of us struggling with such powerful addictions.

1st of all: I’m super inspired by this bowl. I’m now mid-30s and recently went 50+ days without drinking and felt good/productive. (Longest streak since before turning 21) But how do you stick with it? I’m conflicted bc I haven’t hit a “rock bottom” and part of me loves a glass of wine to unwind and mark the end of the workday, but I also have a hard time stopping once I start (no such thing as 1 glass). Feel boarder-line between these 2 worlds and unsure where to go. Anyone feel similar?

My husband was sober for 8 days then relapsed. This is the longest stretch he's gone in probably 8 months. I can't describe the heartache. I can't describe the hopelessness. This disease is the devil

Trying to get my relationship with ADHD meds back under control.. the fear of going a day without is always alwayss worse than the day itself but the fear is nonetheless consuming :/

SEEKING OPINIONS & FEEDBACK: I love the honest & practical discussions here, where people can freely identify things that are going on & seek guidance.

Wondering whether anybody’d be interested in some kind of more purposeful community- i.e., gathering w/fellow lawyers to pursue some specific mental health & well-being goals? We’d provide some counseling/coaching type content, in bite sized chunks, but have regular discussions to connect & encourage one another on applying the content IRL.

I recently tried quitting everything last Sunday, with drew all last week and then relapsed Friday, Saturday and Sunday worst withdrawals I ever had (cold sweats, shaking, wasn’t sure I would survive). I’m through the worst of it now but any advice? Thought about rehab but can’t stop work. This is probably my 9th time trying to go sober during the pandemic. I live alone so the isolation with the pandemic has extremely escalated my usage to the point of about a bottle of a day on weekdays

Does anyone have any advice for supporting and coping with someone going through withdrawal? My husband is trying to quit his weed addiction and he has been irritable and mean since he quit. His mood is erratic and he is constantly annoyed w me. I don't even know how to bring this up without setting him off. Just feel like I'm walking on eggshells and I'm emotionally exhausted at this point. Is there anything I can do to help him? Is there anything I can do to help myself cope?

Relapsed, damaged my car pretty badly. No one got hurt fortunately but I feel down and broken, again. Why can’t I stick with sobriety it’s killing me

I left my last job because I didn't appreciate the culture (B4). However, it was probably because I was a terrible employee. However, I do find that my clients love me 10x more than my consulting colleagues. I joined a smaller firm to cover up the problem.

I drink during the day. I know it's the main reason for my ability to be a productive employee. Anyone else deal with this? I'm trying to control it through moderation management, Dharma meetings, therapy, and white knuckling.

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!

Got two job offers after a stressful three months of job searching. I really want to have a drink or eat an edible to celebrate. Faaaak