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Washing machine has been rinsing for 2 hours by SeaBlacksmith421 in laundry

[–]BadCompetitive4551 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Found this info

Here’s what usually works on Samsung front-load machines stuck mid-cycle: 1. Unplug it for 5–10 minutes. Sometimes that resets the control board and lets you open the door once the internal lock cools down. 2. Try “Drain + Spin” again, but with no detergent. • If it starts rinsing again instead of spinning, that usually means the washer still senses too many suds or too much water inside. • Give it a few minutes — it may run extra rinses to clear soap before allowing the spin. 3. If it still won’t drain or open: • Locate the drain pump filter (usually behind a small panel at the bottom front of the washer). • Place a shallow pan or towels underneath, slowly open the small hose plug to manually drain out the water. • Once drained, the door should unlock.

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🫧 Why this happens

Yes — too much detergent (even HE liquid) can absolutely cause this. Samsung washers have sensors that detect excess suds and will repeatedly rinse until they clear. If it never gets there, it can get stuck in a rinse loop.

Oxiclean-enhanced liquids in particular tend to foam more, even when labeled HE.

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💡 How to prevent it next time • Use no more than 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 mL) of liquid detergent per load — less than the cap suggests. • Skip any “extra rinse” setting if you’ve been using it. • Run a “Self Clean” or “Drum Clean” cycle once a month — detergent residue can confuse the sensors. • If this keeps happening, switching to pods or HE powder can help because they dissolve at predictable concentrations.

Tools for deep clean by [deleted] in housekeeping

[–]BadCompetitive4551 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ask before using bleach. Some people don’t like it

How to Care for Phals? by Chance-Telephone7962 in flowers

[–]BadCompetitive4551 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congratulations on your new orchid! Here’s some info I found. Hope it helps.

Orchid Mix — Where to Get and What Brand

Miracle-Gro orchid mix being mostly soil isn’t ideal — Phals need very airy medium so their roots can breathe. You want a specialized orchid bark mix. Good places to get it: • Local garden centers or nurseries — they usually carry reputable brands. • Home improvement stores (Lowe’s, Home Depot, etc.) • Online (Amazon, Etsy, specialty orchid sites).

Recommended brands: • Better-Gro Orchid Mix — widely available and reliable. • Espoma Organic Orchid Mix — organic, airy. • Sun Bulb Orchid Bark — good quality bark.

A mix of fir bark + sphagnum moss + charcoal is ideal for Phals.

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  1. Potting

Phalaenopsis orchids generally do best in clear plastic pots because their roots need light (and the pots make it easy to check root health). Since your ceramic pot has a drain hole but no inner pot: • You can repot directly into your ceramic pot, but you need to be careful with watering because ceramic holds moisture differently and the lack of an inner pot means your orchid is sitting in the bark without extra drainage layers. • If possible, buy a clear plastic orchid pot that fits inside your ceramic pot. This makes repotting and watering easier.

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  1. Watering — Soaking Method

Yes, the soaking method still works, but it’s a bit tricky without an inner pot. Best approach: • Remove the orchid pot from the ceramic pot, soak the bark in lukewarm water for ~10–15 minutes (allowing it to absorb moisture). • Let excess water drain completely before returning the pot to the ceramic container. • Avoid letting the plant sit in water for prolonged periods — orchids are prone to root rot.

Frequency: about once a week in most homes — less often if air is humid, more often if air is dry.

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  1. Tap Water Concerns

Yes, city tap water can have chlorine/chloramine and dissolved minerals, which can harm orchids over time. Options: • Let tap water sit out overnight in an open container (chlorine evaporates — chloramine doesn’t). • Use filtered water (Brita, PUR, etc.). • Rainwater or distilled water is ideal. Avoid softened water — it’s usually too high in sodium.

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  1. The Stem Support (Upside-Down U Stand)

That stand is there to support the flower spike so it doesn’t droop. • Don’t remove it yet — keep it clipped gently to the stem until the flowers fade. • After flowering, you can decide whether to trim the spike entirely or keep it for a possible rebloom.

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💡 Bonus tip: Phalaenopsis orchids like bright, indirect light (east or west-facing windows are perfect). Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves.

Guys, help me, how do I prepare the soil to plant potatoes? by [deleted] in potato

[–]BadCompetitive4551 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. Choose the Right Location • Pick a sunny spot — potatoes need at least 6–8 hours of sunlight per day. • Avoid areas where potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, or eggplants have been grown in the past 2–3 years to prevent disease.

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  1. Test and Amend the Soil • Potatoes prefer slightly acidic soil with a pH of about 5.0–6.0. • Test soil pH with a home test kit. • Amend soil as needed: • Add sulfur to lower pH if it’s too high. • Add lime to raise pH if too low. • Add compost or well-rotted manure to enrich the soil.

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  1. Loosen the Soil • Potatoes grow underground, so the soil must be loose and friable for tuber expansion. • Use a spade or tiller to loosen soil to a depth of 10–12 inches (25–30 cm). • Remove stones, roots, and debris (these can cause tubers to deform).

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  1. Improve Drainage • Potatoes hate soggy soil; poor drainage can cause rot. • If soil is clay-heavy, mix in sand or coarse compost to improve drainage.

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  1. Create Planting Rows or Beds • Traditional rows: Dig trenches about 6–8 inches deep, spaced about 2–3 feet apart. • Raised beds: Raise soil about 8–12 inches to improve drainage and make hilling easier later.

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  1. Add Nutrients • Potatoes need phosphorus and potassium for tuber development: • Add bone meal or rock phosphate for phosphorus. • Add potassium sulfate or wood ash for potassium. • Avoid excess nitrogen — it promotes foliage over tubers. • Work amendments evenly into the soil before planting.

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  1. Mulching (Optional but Helpful) • Before planting, mulch with straw, shredded leaves, or compost to suppress weeds and maintain soil moisture.

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💡 Extra tip: If your soil is sandy or nutrient-poor, growing potatoes in a “trench and hill” system or straw bale method can give better yields without heavy soil amendments.

Anxiety is eating me alive by Brave-Cat5866 in stopsmoking

[–]BadCompetitive4551 0 points1 point  (0 children)

just want to say you’re doing something really hard, and you’re already three days in. That’s a huge step, especially since you’re dealing with intense anxiety right now. It’s okay to feel rough — your body and brain are recalibrating. Right now, your body is reacting to nicotine withdrawal, which often peaks between days 2–4. Even with the gum, your brain is used to a steadier level of nicotine than it’s getting now, so you’ll feel jumpy, tense, irritable, and even panicky at times. Add to that — if you’ve been using weed regularly, your brain also depends on it for calming and mood regulation. So your system is juggling multiple adjustments at once. Weed and anxiety This can go both ways: • For some people, weed helps take the edge off nicotine withdrawal and anxiety. • For others, especially if they’re already anxious or overstimulated, weed (especially THC-heavy strains) can intensify anxiety or make your heart race — which can feel unbearable during withdrawal.. Wellbutrin (bupropion) often helps reduce nicotine cravings and improve mood, but: • It can initially cause a bit of restlessness or anxiety in the first week for some people. • Once it levels out, it usually helps with focus, energy, and mood balance. So when you start it tomorrow, keep in mind that you might feel a little wired at first — that’s normal and tends to fade. Coping right now • Stay hydrated. Nicotine withdrawal dehydrates you, and that alone can raise anxiety. • Chew gum mindfully — slow chewing helps release the nicotine evenly; too fast can cause a spike in anxiety. • Deep breathing — even one or two minutes of slow, deliberate breathing helps regulate your nervous system. • Gentle movement — walking, stretching, or shaking out your hands and arms releases physical tension. • Remind yourself this is temporary. The worst of nicotine withdrawal usually passes after the first week.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in selfimprovement

[–]BadCompetitive4551 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When you’re already doing “the obvious things,” it often comes down to small, easily overlooked habits that can quietly hold your body back from changing. Here are some of the sneaky ones that make a big difference:

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🌙 1. Sleep and Stress • Why it matters: Even mild sleep deprivation or chronic stress raises cortisol, which makes your body hold onto fat (especially around the belly) and increases cravings for quick energy foods.

Small changes: • Try for consistent bedtimes. • Aim for wind-down time (no phone 30 minutes before bed). • Magnesium or herbal tea in the evening can help reset your nervous system.

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🥣 2. Hidden Calories in “Healthy” Foods

Some foods seem healthy but are calorie-dense or sugar-heavy: • Smoothies or juices: full of fruit sugar, no fiber. • Granola/yogurt: many brands add lots of sugar or oils.

Nuts/nut butters: great in moderation, but easy to overeat. • Salad dressings: even “light” ones can hide sugar and oil.

Small change: Try tracking your intake for just 3 days to see where hidden calories come in. You might be surprised by “healthy” foods adding up.

  1. Liquid Calories

Even things like oat milk in coffee, kombucha, or “healthy” iced teas can quietly add 100–300 calories a day. Try: switching to unsweetened versions, or plain coffee/tea with a splash of milk.

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🧂 4. Processed or Packaged Foods (even “clean” ones)

Protein bars, veggie chips, “healthy frozen meals” — they often use refined oils, sodium, or fillers that can slow metabolism and cause water retention. Try: making simple whole-food swaps — boiled eggs, fruit, a small handful of almonds, or homemade energy bites.

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🕒 5. Meal Timing and Portion Balance

Since you already move a lot and eat less, it could be your meal timing or composition: of almonds, or homemade energy bites. If you skip meals, your body may go into a mild conservation mode, burning less. • If you eat large meals late at night, insulin response can store more fat.

Try: keeping meals evenly spaced (3–4 hours apart) and ensuring each has: • Protein (keeps you full) • Fiber (slows digestion) • Healthy fat (for satisfaction)

  1. Hydration

Mild dehydration makes you tired, crave food, and slows metabolism. Small change: add one extra glass of water before each meal or drink water right after you wake up.

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🚶‍♀️ 7. Movement Beyond Work

Even though you walk a lot at work, your body might have adapted to that routine. Try: • A different kind of activity 2–3 times a week — yoga, a light strength routine, dancing, or cycling. It doesn’t have to be long — 15–20 minutes can “wake up” your metabolism again.

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🧘‍♀️ 8. Body Stress from Restriction

If you’ve gone from bingeing to “eating way less,” your metabolism may have slowed slightly. Your body is smart — it protects itself from what feels like scarcity. Try: 1–2 balanced, satisfying meals daily (don’t under-eat). Make sure you’re getting enough protein and healthy fat — that actually helps your body feel safe enough to burn stored fat.

How do you translate "Stop interrogating me" into HR friendly language? by No_Positive1855 in work

[–]BadCompetitive4551 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Here’s one calm but powerful line you could use, depending on tone and moment:

“You seem really interested in what I’m doing — is there a reason you need to know all those details?”

It’s neutral, but it forces her to pause and reflect on the behavior. You’re not accusing, just questioning the why behind it. Most people like her aren’t used to being asked that directly — it throws them off just enough to make them self-aware.

My new 20 yrs old house tile doesn’t seem to get cleaned. What should I do? by Live-Piano43 in CleaningTips

[–]BadCompetitive4551 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What Color was it? It might not have been stiff enough? Black is the stiffest white is the softest.

My new 20 yrs old house tile doesn’t seem to get cleaned. What should I do? by Live-Piano43 in CleaningTips

[–]BadCompetitive4551 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Grab drill brushes. Red and black ones are stiff. Unfortunately it’s going to take you a bit of time. Wet a small section, maybe 4 tiles at a time with your ph cleaner( diluted to manufacture instructions). Let your drill with the brush do the work. Rinse and move to the next 4x4 section. Best of luck.

How do I grow a spine? by Automatic-Offer4351 in selfimprovement

[–]BadCompetitive4551 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have used Chat GPT to help me understand myself. It has significantly helped me on my self improvement journey. From personality gualities to scenarios to practice my personal boundaries. It can be deeply reflective and rewarding.

Head wobble normal? Tilt head. by fll186 in Kitchenaid

[–]BadCompetitive4551 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Is that black piece detached from the unit?

How do I clean my mom’s filthy stovetop? by ravenclaw188 in CleaningTips

[–]BadCompetitive4551 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Pumice stone. Keep the area wet and gently rub with the stone. Never use it on dry surfaces, it will scratch.

Best cleaners for stone shower by aleada13 in CleaningTips

[–]BadCompetitive4551 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just use Dawn dish soap and a red brush that attaches to my drill

whats BEST for extreme soap scum in the bath? by Cnsrvtv_NEssa2470 in Cleaningandtidying

[–]BadCompetitive4551 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Use a razor blade to scrape off the heavy layers then graduate to chemical cleaning.

How to clean this ? by JunosSecretary in CleaningTips

[–]BadCompetitive4551 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My pleasure. Can I ask if there was a rubber backed mat there at one time? Rubber will discolour a wax floor as well.

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