What I’m listening to right now: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1aLoO8kAct6dxbeFz9ymz6?si=TQkV3HfET--BObqO-pc-Jg&t=104

Any practitioners of medicine here??

What can I expect as a husband of someone going through IVF?

High anxiety, doc recommends meds but I don't want to take any medication - any tips on how to calm my nerves naturally (and legally)?

My firm does a firm wide attorney retreat/meeting this summer. I’ll be about 25 weeks pregnant and I have to fly there with my local team/office. I’m very, very nervous about getting COVID while pregnant and I work with people who are generally lax around Covid to begin with. What would you do? Context: pretty much 100% attendance at the meeting. I’m nervous about flying AND the meeting itself.

Any advice for talking about managing anxiety with a doctor for the first time? I (finally) scheduled an appointment with my primary care doc, and I feel like I don’t even know where to start.

Can someone please explain to me how after going to the gym for two weeks, I have only gained like 4 or 5 pounds, when before going I would be loosing weight ? I don’t think I am eating more now, about the same as before. I get not loosing weight after just two weeks, but gaining ????????????? Help!

Fell into a deep depressive suicidal hole and missed work for two days. Honestly surprised I woke up the second missed day, took a bunch of pills. Now need to face family and work. Don’t know what to do next.
What do I even say to my manager? Do I just show up and not say anything? How will this hurt my career?
My family I know it would hurt but I can be honest there at least. Plan to speak to family once I can come to terms with being alive.

Hi fishes,
I have recently joined a product based startup and I'm unable to do tasks in the timely manner. I used to be productive before coming here and used to complete all the tasks before time. There is a lot of job insecurities coming in my mind, also there's a huge lifestyle change coming up in 4-5 months I'm getting married. Not sure how to deal with everything and expenses. What to do? All advices are welcome. Thanks

Every time I eat, I get congested/phlegmy and I have to clear my throat or cough or cough for about 30 minutes after. What causes this? How to fix? I tried allergy meds, didn’t help much.

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.

Hey! I’m new here and would like some input. I’ve been working in a new position for almost 5 months. In that time I’ve witnessed some unethical and lots of unprofessional behavior. I’ve been yelled at and berated by my coworker 3 separate times because of minor errors. I’m ready to quit. There are so many major issues in this company that I don’t know if I want to subject my mental health to this degree of toxicity. I just don’t know how to move forward from here.

Why is anxiety a thing? I'm a female fish who likes to golf. Just got new clubs and want to try them out but currently sitting in the parking lot at the range and can't force myself to go in because it's crowded 😫

Hi everyone! I’m having a rough week with interviews and PPCs.

Is there hope out there for ppl with ADHD to get promoted or have SR roles? Do you ever feel like your ADHD is what keeps you from being a top candidate ?

Asking for a friend AKA my brain 😞

Did anyone experience extreme fatigue, difficulty sleeping/insomnia, nausea/lack of appetite after progesterone in oil shots? Wondering if this is normal or a reaction.

When you're so unhappy at work that you get diagnosed with depression.

My therapist just told me I'm depressed..do you ever feel like they tell you things you hear a lot or could have figured out on your own? Like take care of yourself, it's ok to feel such and such, etc. I'm still newer to therapy so wondering if that's the common experience? Do you ever have moments where you're like wow that actually is eye opening and I wouldn't have gotten that from reading self help books and websites etc?

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?

9/21 check-in: What are everyone’s plans for today?

For me- treadmill, chest, shoulders.

What is notice period of cognizant for those who received offers in 2019?

Any app developers in here? Or recommendations? TIA!

Anyone using dating app? Which one would you recommend if you are trying to meet someone more seriously.

What you guys feel about the new structural changes in Novartis !!!

4 YOE in big 4 healthcare consulting
740 GMAT
Admissions consultant says if I applied to all M7s I’d get into a couple

I know this is not a lot to go off of, but what sort of scholarships could I expect (if any) to schools in the 10-20 range? I can’t find data on if it’s like 2% get scholarships or 50%

How is the Pepsi account at OMD

Does anyone know the timeline between the assessor interview and the confirmation interview? Had my assessor yesterday and wondering when I might hear if I'm continuing foward.

I’m traveling to Europe in a few months. With the euro and dollar at equal value for the first time in 20 years - does it make sense to buy euros now and hold them?

Potential client owns eCommerce site selling graphic design caricature posters of celebrities from independent artist submissions. Is there name & likeness issues with client selling the posters w/o celebrity approval?

Any recommendations for a software development bootcamp course online for someone in healthcare looking to pivot into tech? Thanks!

What is expected ctc in zs associate pune for 4 years experienced java Full Stack developer?

Is anyone else noticing a bigger bench the last few months?

Center ideas for ELA? Go!
I have been an Instructional Math Coach for the last 3 years and just got moved to ELA grade 4. I have 30 years in so I’m not green, just a bit out of practice

Does wipro have any SCM kinaxis Rapid Response consultants

Anyone have success charging an hourly fee for financial planning? Considering making a jump into it, have cfp designation, but am mostly commission at the moment. Won’t be a total switch.

I am an SAP SD consultant with 5 years 3 months experience, working in IBM. My current CTC is 12.6 LPA fixed with variable. I received an offer of 25 LPA fixed+variable from Genpact. 3 lakhs joining bonus. Only issue is that it has been only 8 months with IBM and I need to return 1.5 lpa back to IBM. Is it worth joining Genpact?

Hi,
I have 6.5 years of experience - Java backend developer in banking domain. Have offer from company A for 20Lpa fixed . What should I ask for in company B . Both are banks. Kindly help .

I have a bunch of family visiting for 2 weeks in December. Is there a company that I can rent a bed & mattress from for a short period of time? I found some companies but they require 4 month minimum. I’d rather not put them on an air mattress for so long and don’t need a permanent bed bc I have 3 bedrooms and and office and this would be going on the office, hence the need for it to be a rental. Thx!

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.

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

13 years, 3months and 21 days! Its not been easy, but definately can be accomplished! Hard work, GOD a a desire to change, and not in that order!

New to recovery and had an intake call with an IOP program. They said all sessions will be on Zoom and I’m really nervous that I won’t connect to the program virtually. Anyone start rehab virtually?

I’ve been sober about 14 months, and now with things opening up more I’ve been going out to dinner, concerts etc with friends. I’ve been finding it hard to have fun, or not get restless while out. I think a large part of this is maybe I find the company around me boring? and they’re also all drinking. Maybe I just needed to write that out and vent to say, I’m bored! Maybe saying that out loud will help me get out of my comfort zone to find new activities that change my outlook.

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!

Recently had a friend tell me about Kill The Can. Says he posts there every day to help keep the addiction out in the open. He is now over 1000 days clean.
Is there anything like this out there for SA/PA? My highest stint of days was 237 and haven’t gotten close since. Mostly making it 1 month and then falling again…
Thoughts?

My sibling is currently going through opioid withdrawal and my family and I would like her to go to detox. She’s insisting that detox isn’t helpful, and just makes her want to use (She has run from detox 5x over the past 4 years). She would like to detox at home instead, but if she is going to go to rehab, I she needs to spend at least some time in detox.

Should we let her detox at home or is this just asking for trouble? Can provide more details in the comments, but there is a character limit

4+ months sober. I do zoom AA every day but this was the first time I shared as a newcomer. I have some phone numbers from the group and hoping to get a sponsor soon. I plan to be sober 1 year before I can think of doing the steps. I read Living Sober and The Big Book every day in addition to prayer and mindful meditation. But would love to chat with someone “telephone therapy” can be something like Discord or WhatsApp.

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

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?

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 :/

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?

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 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.

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

Does anyone have experience going to AA while still using Plant assisted therapy such as Kratom and medical cannabis. I don’t wanna lie but I want to be accepted as there are only a few meetings here.

My last drink was me polishing off an expensive bottle of champagne on New Years. Tux on. In bed. It was a fitting farewell to booze. I’m thinking this could be a whole new thing for me. I’m certainly better off without it. I’m a bit worried about things opening up again. Parties. Travel. The roaring 20s. Got to keep up with the meditations and have plenty of proxies on hand.

Does anyone go to AA meeting while on the road? It would make life so much better for me if I could go, but I always feel like there isn’t time or I’m at the client too late