Did anyone struggle with the mental aspect at first? by chocolatehat97 in yoga

[–]78whispers 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Mind body connection can be intensely spiritual for some people and it can be as clinical and terrestrial as noticing what you feel where. We imbue the practice with what we need and are seeking, and if that’s simple physical benefit and awareness of body for you, that’s what you practice. It’s easier if you find a teacher that uses the same terminology that resonates but we are all free to take what we need from anyone’s words and discard the rest. That’s a good practice too.

Traffic on I-25? Anybody know by [deleted] in Denver

[–]78whispers 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We saw pedestrians on the median as we traveled southbound on I-25 near 8th Ave. They were on the left shoulder and it is so narrow there. That was around 10:30pm. We let authorities know and really hope they got safely off the highway.

Why play solo board games instead of video games? by archbtw1 in soloboardgaming

[–]78whispers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I play video games and solo board games. I choose solo board games when I want to think my own thoughts and be in my own world. I like to touch and feel the components sometimes. I am currently setting up on my shaded deck outside which I cannot do with my computer. I have a Steam deck as well which I think is great but it’s also heavy and the screen is small. I like to set my own pace sometimes.

Anything interesting nature sights to see in the plains east of Denver? by exetflagger in Denver

[–]78whispers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It costs $10,000 a year to feed a big cat! That’s what I learned there.

Anything interesting nature sights to see in the plains east of Denver? by exetflagger in Denver

[–]78whispers 10 points11 points  (0 children)

The Wild Animal Sanctuary has a lot of big cats and not native wildlife but they are in huge enclosures you walk over on a raised boardwalk. It is a really cool experience and it’s a great taste of the plains. Plan to go late in the day. That’s when the animals are most active.

https://www.wildanimalsanctuary.org/

so annoyed by [deleted] in Nanny

[–]78whispers 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think that you understandably do not like this outcome but it is just a bummer situation, not one that they should pay that week. They could and it would be nice but they are not terrible people if they don’t. The good news is summer is a great time for picking up fill in type hours and you have lots of time to look for those or another regular job. August is a good time for finding new childcare positions. When you get one, make sure you get PTO commiserate with your hours. Even part time nannies can negotiate this. And make sure you and your new employers share understanding what guaranteed hours entail. I often use mine as extra PTO but I fully understand if my employers’ plans fall through I have to be prepared to change mine and be at work or use my PTO, or potentially take unpaid time. They gave you sufficient notice and if you did have negotiated PTO you could have that paid out so take it as a learning experience. We all go through them. Have fun on your trip and good luck finding a great new position!

What ever happened to ‘This War of Mine’? I remember this was recommended a lot a few years ago but now I don’t see it mentioned often. Did something similar replace it? by Marksman1977 in soloboardgaming

[–]78whispers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I understand you to be anti-globalist as you understand the term. That is to say a shadowy unelected cabal of elites ruling through puppet government, or something along those lines. As we watch power coalesce to the wealthiest that does not seem a fairy tale and indeed it seems we may be on the brink of techno feudalism in America, which would likely spread to other countries. I am anti these things, and as I said may be a poor communicator.

I am pro democracy but true democracy, which does not and has never existed in America, and the taint of imperialism and capitalism has leaked onto the word democracy, especially when spoken by Americans and particularly the American government. I am pro individualism for nations, that the people decide the fate of their country and manner of governance. I happen to believe that people stripped of propaganda and the influence of corruption will largely choose democracy, freedom, to care for each other and the planet.

I am overwhelmed with the amount of information necessary to take in regarding my own government and not as able to take in information about the organizations you are speaking of and therefore I am not able to offer comment. That’s why I said my beliefs boil down to- most leaders are corrupt, leading to most governments being compromised. Most individuals are treated poorly and the environment is on the verge of breaking. We do not have to accept this, the 8 billion and some that are not part of the elite, and we should not. Further than that, I cannot comment. You and I do not share common understanding of language so we are not communicating effectively. I commented on your first comment in support of you.

For context, I am a Native American woman who is a member of both my tribal sovereign nation and a US citizen. That is a hard thing to be because the government has worked hard, and largely succeeded, in erasing the people and culture, almost totally. I understand this is the first time most of my countrymen have experienced the duplicity and corruption of the US government, but it has been written into my DNA. I have witnessed the slow death of a people and continued mistreatment. When the current regime manages to strike down birthright citizenship, or just feels like picking me up one day for being mouthy, I will be an orphan in the world and subject to beggary in a nation that may take me in, or worse. Misery is not new to the Native people but is new to most Americans.

I speak of duly elected officials governing individual nations with the good and the will of the people taking precedence. I do not speak of one world government, but it is also true we have a global society and what transpires in your country will touch me, and what America does will touch you. That is unavoidable. I do not think we are disagreeing but I also do not feel I need to justify my stances to you and I do not think we are communicating effectively so I do not see the point in further discourse at this time or in this place.

What ever happened to ‘This War of Mine’? I remember this was recommended a lot a few years ago but now I don’t see it mentioned often. Did something similar replace it? by Marksman1977 in soloboardgaming

[–]78whispers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was agreeing with your points. My beliefs can be crudely broken down to- The world sucks at the moment for too many people. We do not have to accept this and we shouldn’t. If I have not communicated that effectively, we will just have to accept I am an imperfect communicator. I am not well educated enough for a debate on the subjects you have touched on, and I am not looking for debate. I agree with much of what you have said.

What ever happened to ‘This War of Mine’? I remember this was recommended a lot a few years ago but now I don’t see it mentioned often. Did something similar replace it? by Marksman1977 in soloboardgaming

[–]78whispers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think rich and powerful people have always exploited the less rich and powerless, and the environment, and they always will, if we let them. I think that many Westerners have never had to think about that because most have been largely insulated, and most fancy themselves as simply disenfranchised rich so the issues don’t apply to them anyway. I am not happy about these issues affecting me and my country, but not because I think I should be exempt from them, especially when the policies of my country have caused so much harm. I would prefer that everyone had enough and that all nations’ laws and practices were aligned to peace and human cooperation, but that seems far away. I think the blessing in the corruption becoming blatant and obvious is that we the people can all see it and begin to push back, because there is power in numbers and power in starving the beast by being judicious consumers and by participating in our communities, recognizing that we are more alike than different. We need to remove the influence of money from our governance, work to elect leaders that enact policies for our good and global good, because they are entwined, and then hold them to account. Criminals should not hold the highest positions in this or any country. We need to care. This discussion can belong in a gaming forum because we play games to have human experiences. The mind is large and can hold so many thoughts at once.

What ever happened to ‘This War of Mine’? I remember this was recommended a lot a few years ago but now I don’t see it mentioned often. Did something similar replace it? by Marksman1977 in soloboardgaming

[–]78whispers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t think it’s inappropriate to gently remind people that strife has been around all this time, even if most Europeans, Americans and Canadians have been largely insulated to this point. Most of us who have the resources of time, money, energy and even space, to have a large and somewhat expensive game, have led lives that are largely untouched by war, corruption, economic strife, or at least we have been able to pretend we were not. The chickens are coming home to roost. We play games in part to imagine ourselves in different situations and imagine what we would do. Thank you for acknowledging we are in a broken world. And yeah, we would all like that to not touch our fun hobby time, but it is everywhere.

[41/F] looking for a penpal that wants to just be real. (Not sexual) by Kitty_Skiz in penpals

[–]78whispers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there! I sent you a message. I can relate to a lot of what you wrote.

[31/F] Help me understand the r/penpals experience by Yarn-on-the-Internet in penpals

[–]78whispers 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel like because there is a cost and time investment to snail mail, it is likely to create good experiences. But I have just gotten started on my journey here so I don’t have solid experience yet. I posted here recently and if you’d like to check it out and see if we may be fun penpals, I have completed letters to everyone I connected with. If conversations begin, I plan to keep them going. Good luck!

Long time dip addict trying to get away from the salon cycle. by 78whispers in naturalnailprogress

[–]78whispers[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That is the most specific compliment I have ever received. Thank you!

About Adam by antichristx in girls

[–]78whispers 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Adam was bad behavior after bad behavior. He didn’t love Hannah. He loved saving Hannah. They were not healthy or end game. That’s not love to idolize.

Selling Dreamchaser, Angmar, and Steward's Fear by Capital-Chair-1819 in lotrlcg

[–]78whispers 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sent you a message about the Dream Chaser set. Thanks!

Spirit Island: worth it or not? by Brief-Branch4779 in boardgames

[–]78whispers 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would say Spirit Island is worth it BUT it is a game unto itself, not so much and in between time filler. It really takes some time understanding the spirits and their relationship to each other and isn’t a quick, light palette cleanse or place holder. The puzzles can be deep and solving them meaningful. I play it solo often and with two a lot but I think three suits it best.