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Cake day: July 7th, 2023

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  • It’s a universal thing, you’ll see that everywhere. The only thing you can change about it is your mindset.

    You see that they aren’t doing what you’re doing, and you’re jealous. That’s natural, but would you want to put the time and energy required to buddy up with the boss as much as these other people do? Do you want to learn the bosses favorite snack and bring some in? Do you want to go sit with co-workers at a bar after work and listen to their personal bullshit?

    I don’t. So, I go to work, I do my job, and I get paid. Let them have all that other stuff. Even if it’s not how you deal with life, they’re using their skills (being charming) to survive just like how you use your skills (doing the job) to accomplish the same thing.

    You can never see all the work that gets people where they are, so don’t assume that it requires more or less effort or skill than what you’re doing.



  • I’m with you. My wife has REALLY gotten into plants in the last year or so, and it amazes me how “smart” they are.

    Obviously, everyone here is right. There is no intelligence, just genetics, but watching my morning glory wall climb the rope net to the roof of the house just blows my mind.

    It’s crazy to think about all the trial and error over the centuries that it took for a simple flower to develop little sensor hairs that explore its surroundings and wrap itself around anything in range.





  • I spent more than I should have about 3 years ago, but I HIGHLY recommend the lab diamonds. I was able to get better quality for less price.

    I looked into Moissante, and whether or not you should get that is really up to her. A doofus like me would never know it’s not a diamond, but many people would. Definitely DO NOT try to pass it off as a diamond, because she’ll find out one way or another. If you were proposing to me, (don’t get your hopes up, I’m taken) and told me that we could save a thousand dollars by going with Moissante, I’d be all for it because I’m cheap and tradition doesn’t mean much to me, but most people aren’t like me.

    I know it’s tricky to get information without ruining the surprise, so what I did was send her a message while I was at work: “The girls here are having a debate on whether or not a fake diamond is acceptable for an engagement ring. 😂”. Her response told me everything I needed to know about Moissante.

    Good luck! Don’t forget to invite us to the wedding!


  • Rhynoplaz@lemmy.worldtoMemes@lemmy.mlplease
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    4 days ago

    The insurance that costs you $200/month, COULD have cost you $700/month (if you chose this exact plan from this exact provider on your own without HR negotiating a bulk discount)

    So, you’re not losing $200, you’re EARNING $500!!!


  • I hate interviews. I’ve been on both sides and neither is fun.

    One person is pretending to be what they think the employer wants. The other is trying to figure out who’s the least full of shit.

    I just generally hate situations where everybody is expected to be fake, and not playing the “right character” will get you shunned.



  • Do you ACTUALLY want a life partner, or do you feel your life is lacking something, and you suspect that a life partner would fill that hole?

    Just kick the idea around for a bit. If getting to know someone is that painful, then why would you pursue a situation where they are ever present in your life?

    You’ll know you’re ready for a relationship when you find yourself NEVER getting tired of talking to someone and wanting to go out of your way to spend even more time with someone. Now, you probably don’t think you’ll ever feel that way, maybe not, but that’s ok too. It just means you don’t need anyone right now, and trying to claim someone as yours just so you can check a box on a list of things that make other people happy isn’t going to help.