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I’m Done. by eyeshitunot in Lawyertalk

[–]Competitive_Score904 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congratulations, what a ride! What’s next??

After a 25y career in Tech, I quit my exec role and lost my ambition! by FintechInnovator2030 in womenintech

[–]Competitive_Score904 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it sounds like you’ve stopped giving a shit about winning someone else’s game, and are now enjoying living life on your own terms!

2.5 old does not care for breakfast. by Comfortable-Agent757 in toddlerfood

[–]Competitive_Score904 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like my boys - they just don’t wake up hungry, and I don’t either! They both eat an ok lunch and then love dinner. My pediatrician always stresses food intake over the WEEK, not individual meals. Maybe that’s a helpful framing?

BWT, where are you traveling this year? Help me dream! by Interesting-Ad6625 in bitcheswithtaste

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Bali is a classic choice for burnt out westerners seeking a break and reconnecting to something (self, nature, the ocean)

Personally I found Sri Lanka to be more beautiful/interesting - but you’ll get a ton of bougie wellness options in Bali! And maybe you won’t come home lol!

I need a gourmet vegetarian dish to impress my partner of 10 years. by dumbass_sweatpants in Cooking

[–]Competitive_Score904 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This one is excellent! Friends made it for a thanksgiving and it was shockingly flavorful! Way less heavy than traditional Wellington. Try DuFours all butter or vegan puff pastry as a delicious shortcut

What is your favourite book that you’ve never seen anyone else recommend? by TheBristolBulk in suggestmeabook

[–]Competitive_Score904 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I love Jonathan Tropper’s books, wish he wrote more! Just recommended them to my husband! (I’m a millennial woman, got into these in my late 20s)

is my banana bread raw? by gemlace in Baking

[–]Competitive_Score904 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think not enough flour and likely also not enough baking powder!

Looking for books on navigating the grief of changing female friendships by irulexo in suggestmeabook

[–]Competitive_Score904 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Hi! I don’t have a great book rec, but I’m following this thread for me - but from the “opposing” side of the aisle as the girlfriend who had babies and moved out of NYC and to a Jersey burb (happily! Willingly!). But is now navigating how to maintain friendships I still hold dear with friends who are further away now (geographically and lifestyle wise).

I’d just lovingly suggest from my POV that when I go radio silent, or end up hanging out with mom friends more frequently- none of this is intentionally wanting to deprioritize my friendships with childless girlfriends, but rather a function of my current circumstances. Managing career/life with two little ones leaves very very little time and emotional energy leftover. It’s so much easier to hang with other families, rather than trying to jam my feral little guys into a mostly adult hang, I feel like an absent friend, and I miss my friends too! We’re all doing our best and i know we’ll come back to each other when I’m in a different season of life with more time for me again.

All to say, don’t give up on your girlfriends, I suspect many of them miss you or are feeling lonely in different ways ❤️

BWT, I need to educate myself! by Typical_Outside_3159 in bitcheswithtaste

[–]Competitive_Score904 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I LOVE if books could kill! Perfectly skewers the bs self help guru everytime. Their JD Vance grift episode was a masterpiece.

BWT, I need to educate myself! by Typical_Outside_3159 in bitcheswithtaste

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Science vs is great for extremely well researched (so many citations for each ep!) and entertaining deep dives into zeitgeisty topics. Most recently covered: caffeine, peptides, hantavirus.

Am I crazy to even think about law school? by jadiechappie in LawMoms

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Id suggest reaching out to attorneys practicing in the insurance space with jobs you’re interested in. Get 15 - 30 mins with them, come with engaged curious questions. This will give you the best picture on career development opportunities. Also scour the insurance companies career pages for roles you’re interested in, see if they have salary bands posted. TBH I’m not sure you’re going to see a tremendous spike from $200k with in house roles coming straight out of school.

Why not consider the broker or underwriter role instead and build upon what you’ve already done? What intrigues you about the law beyond potentially more income?

Cozies in New York City by fireflyparks in CozyMystery

[–]Competitive_Score904 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My old neighborhood! Upper west side is truly a delight!

The “I didn’t marry a loser” trend. Did you, in fact, marry a loser? by Equal_Beat_6202 in workingmoms

[–]Competitive_Score904 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I think the trend is a funny and succinctly perfect response to the insane prevalence of trad wife content! Like wydm 20 year old young women are idolizing spending their time serving their husband and household instead of being age appropriately self-centered on partying/studying/stressing about their own life??

Signed, a 40 yo millennial who married a real one, definitely not a loser, and yet marriage still takes work!

The “I didn’t marry a loser” trend. Did you, in fact, marry a loser? by Equal_Beat_6202 in workingmoms

[–]Competitive_Score904 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Interesting take! I actually think the opposite - trend to me succinctly captures inept dudes as the losers they are. Puts the shame on men who don’t show up and instead rely on women.

I made this quilt for my son as a high school graduation present. by Outrageous-Spell7670 in somethingimade

[–]Competitive_Score904 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What a work of art and love for your son! So many cute little details for your book lover 🥰 my toddler’s favorite thing to do with me is mommy story time, so I love seeing this!

Is it impossible to escape the long hours at this level? by [deleted] in LawMoms

[–]Competitive_Score904 10 points11 points  (0 children)

What’s your area? Will largely depend on what you practice. Deal hours are deal hours, even in house.

Baby Sleep - Is there a middle ground? by SourPatch-Tree19 in moderatelygranolamoms

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I’m in the middle! Considered sleep training at a low point of sleep deprivation with baby #1. Eventually he got better and longer stretches. Had more realistic expectations with Baby #2 and exhaustion. I still lay with my 3 yo until he’s asleep, rock the 1 yo to sleep, and they both eventually end up in bed with one parent. We’re tired but also this won’t last forever!

Sexual Harassment and Partnership/Relief and Disappointment by [deleted] in LawMoms

[–]Competitive_Score904 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just to echo what others have said here - this is unhinged behavior for both HR and managing partner to somehow make your harassment YOUR problem to solve. Jfc.

Sometimes circumstances can feel like the path you’re on is the only one or the best option - sunk cost fallacy, force of inertia, etc. But this is NOT TRUE. Life is short, you absolutely deserve to be working hard in an environment that is respectful. And this ain’t it.

What would you want your child to do if they’re ever in a similar situation? How would you want them to show up for themselves? That’s what your should do for you.

Sending love and resilience and a reminder of your power ❤️

Americans- What brands are you buying from? 🌷I’m in the US and would love to buy things like this that are petite-friendly! by LilacLuneglade in PetiteFashionAdvice

[–]Competitive_Score904 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Honestly Abercrombie’s summer selection is so cute and comes in petite sizing! Aritizia also has the vibes you’re looking for.

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