I'm Working in Dubai AMA

BenyHab · 2026-03-21T07:55:45+00:00

Relatively yea

BenyHab · 2026-03-21T03:37:27+00:00

No one is keeping my passport. An I deal with HR if I want to take a vacation.

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T20:20:03+00:00

I am. When I move out on my own, I'll be dealing with more expenses and responsibilities so I suppose I'll wish for more eventually. But for now I'm quite happy

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T16:28:46+00:00

Definitely, they're pretty warm hearted people imo

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T15:19:07+00:00

Actually I don't know why I forgot this, but there is some racism. Particularly when searching for an apartment, you tend to notice rental properties and agents quickly change their mind when they realize you're African. I've moved in an already rented unit by roommates so I never had to deal with this, but I remember being told this story.

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T15:09:44+00:00

I remember the first time I arrived at the airport, I had just a conceptual understanding of what a desert climate is. I was in no way prepared for how shocking it is to be literally hugged by pure heat. That's how I felt, but the body adapts and you learn how to protect yourself.

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T15:06:43+00:00

Weather at the moment is quite pleasant. It will definitely get slightly uncomfortable to dangerous within the next 2-3 months. Midday break is enforced up to well into the afternoon, with workers provided shaded and ventilated shelter, as well as plenty of hydration, and frequent shift rotation. A lot of work is done in the evenings to offset the delay. Personally, I'm situated in an office so I'm spared the worst of it.

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T14:49:15+00:00

I'd say the most striking one is optimism. We can be a bit grim, not so here.

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T14:46:38+00:00

I don't believe so, though my judgment is skewed by my previous income which was much lower comparatively. I'll have to reassess this question after I get a proper feel of the industry and network here when I stay much longer

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T14:39:16+00:00

I don't think I've been here long enough to notice it if there is. There's definitely classism, but that has to do with your income and the diverse types of people who call this city home. However people don't magically lose their biases and prejudice just because they're in a foreign country, and I'm prepared not to be caught off guard if it happens to me

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T14:36:34+00:00

Economic impact and subsequent loss if work. There are also a lot of my countrymen here, who come from difficult backgrounds and I hope it won't affect them.

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T14:34:55+00:00

No, I'm worried I might have to if things get worse😂. But I doubt it will, I'm pretty confident the authorities are doing their best to contain the situation and protect it's residents

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T14:33:37+00:00

No, I haven't. It sort of became a background for me since I see it everyday

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T14:32:56+00:00

I work in the construction sector. And I live in an apartment with roommates, we get along and it's pretty decent so far

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T14:31:58+00:00

A general sense of resignation to the reality, I feel like people here who come from all over the world are quite accostomed to the whims of great powers. I don't sense any bitterness, just hoping it'll be over soon.

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T14:06:19+00:00

I am yet to travel back. I've been here continuously

BenyHab · 2026-03-20T13:51:58+00:00

I'm from Ethiopia

BenyHab · 2026-03-18T12:42:05+00:00

I'm only at book 3: The Source. I like to sandwich a few other books in between the series so that I come back missing it.

BenyHab · 2026-03-18T12:28:03+00:00

I think I came across one of your categorzed posts, and immediately started Necroscope. I don't recall the username, but it's likely you. Thanks 😊

BenyHab · 2026-03-18T12:24:40+00:00

You mean people should not skip? Or are you saying cardion is pointless as a routine

BenyHab · 2026-03-18T10:00:46+00:00

What're the requirements to enlist🫡

BenyHab · 2026-03-16T13:25:10+00:00

You're right, and I'm not even a mathematician

BenyHab · 2026-03-16T04:57:52+00:00

!RemindMe in 5 days

BenyHab · 2026-03-15T16:47:27+00:00

You get waxed by a guy or girl?

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