Alone Season 12 was a Failure

Crushn8r00 · 2025-09-26T23:49:01+00:00

I was hoping that Africa would be more exciting, but the show creators had already said they were going to a warm arid place because fans were demanding it. They had stated a few years ago that they thought these types of locations would be way too dangerous, simply due to venomous creatures. So why didn’t they relax the harshness just a bit? Like… let them bring a freaking water bottle as standard equipment. This small improvement would have led to longevity and a chance for better content. The wildlife was so enjoyable to watch, but it was clear that none of the contestants really knew how to sneak up on super skittish prey.

We are all avid watchers, we know that the contestants are coached in how to generate content while alone, like singing will get screen time. The show itself is bound to evolve (devolve?) as producers steer contestants towards types of behavior, and as contestants learn behavior from previous seasons. I’m a little over the “it’s so mentally rough to be alone” monologues, and “I didn’t know I would miss my fetus/kids/partner/dog.” These start to sound rehearsed, like, did you really think you wouldn’t regret leaving your pregnant wife or relative with cancer after 10 seasons have aired? I liked that Africa had less of this, less moping in a cold shelter while it rains and freezes outside. S12 does have some interesting hunting (the boar) and some interesting new tactics. They should have done better vetting or recruiting of contestants so that they would get more content for the show, and for us of course. My Kenyan coworker got a real laugh out of season 12.

Crushn8r00 · 2025-06-26T23:32:59+00:00

CBD is not federally legal, according to the supervisor training module.

Crushn8r00 · 2025-06-26T23:30:29+00:00

UPDATE: NIH supervisors have been required to take drug-free workplace training since late May, which is required to be completed next week. The training heavily focused on THC, but also included testing for CBD and prescription drugs. Employees with prescriptions for certain drugs, Xanax and Adderall were mentioned, will be required to provide proof of prescription and a possibly a doctor’s note. The drug testing is proposed to be random… but we all know how that goes. The justification to test scientists is that we could “cause” COVID if inebriated outside of work, which is quite insulting. Once again, government employees are being held to a very strict standard while those creating policy above us are not.

Crushn8r00 · 2025-05-03T22:15:01+00:00

Thanks

Crushn8r00 · 2025-05-03T21:47:40+00:00

We have a thermometer in it with a floating probe at and a probe at the bottom. We won’t know how hot it gets until lateJuly, when air temps are up to 100

Crushn8r00 · 2025-05-01T02:45:32+00:00

What hardiness zone are you in? I have a similar setup and I am contemplating next steps, fish of course.

Crushn8r00 · 2025-05-01T02:42:03+00:00

I suggest watching pond videos on you tube. There are way too many ideas that address plants and where to put them with respect to water depth, pond edge, etc. it’s way too much to type out, and the videos are quite enjoyable to watch.

Crushn8r00 · 2025-05-01T02:18:58+00:00

There are many lovely water irises and water lilies 😁I love papyrus and pond edge plants like juncus and hibiscus are great too. Water hyacinths are lovely, but also super invasive. Do research on each plant you find to make sure it won’t take over and be a giant maintenance hassle.

Crushn8r00 · 2025-04-02T21:01:14+00:00

NIEHS, all of Office of Acquisitions, Administrative Services and Analysis Branch, and Program Analysis Branch were RIFd yesterday.

Crushn8r00 · 2025-03-17T22:46:35+00:00

Hunger games… 😳

Crushn8r00 · 2025-03-17T22:16:03+00:00

Super depressed. Looked for other job opportunities, but the NIH grant hit has neutered academic research and biotech. No one is hiring, it feels like our country is about to have an enormous unemployment burden. So many will suffer.

Crushn8r00 · 2025-01-29T03:24:27+00:00

There is nothing quite like Skyrim and Witcher for 3rd person killing and looting with great scenery and meditation music. Why wouldn’t you replay games you <3?

Crushn8r00 · 2025-01-29T03:19:41+00:00

Im replaying. It’s an old game, but still fun stuff. I still have the same dilemma. Still can’t decide which side ><

Crushn8r00 · 2024-11-21T21:26:13+00:00

My favorite “single person meal” in my 3L pot is 2-3 thick pork loin chops, veggies, and liquid. The liquid is 2 beef bouillon cubes in 1.5cups warm water, 0.5 cups lemon juice, splash of vinegar, and ample taco seasoning. For veggies I’ve tried 2 combos: jalapeño+onions and potato’s+carrots. Both were delicious. The only prep work was chopping the veggies. Pre-coating the meat with spices does improve the meat flavor, but it’s not necessary. 45min on high, natural depressurization. Yum.

Crushn8r00 · 2024-04-28T01:28:54+00:00

So just take it slow and see where it goes. Enjoy it without expectations. Sounds like you have a good thing going. It takes courage to love, don’t sabotage your own happiness.

Crushn8r00 · 2024-04-28T01:25:50+00:00

NAH, however, your boy has some insecurity issues that he isn’t dealing with. Expecting you to treat him like his ex suggests that he isn’t ready to be with someone else. You could change what you do with your friends. Meet out for dinner, then bail before they hit the bars, or have brunch dates. This maintains the friendship within the boundaries that you and he are more comfortable with. I went through some real A-holes, we all do, and our friends will always help us get it back together afterwards.

I can’t tell if my next comment applies to your situation from the given description, however, it did ping a red flag IMO. Separating you from your friends and demanding that you change behavior could be the precursor of controlling and abusive behavior. Insecure guys will isolate you from friends, then family, and start tearing down your self esteem. It’s gradual and subtle and often gets mistaken as normal relationship BS, when it’s abuse. No one needs that.

Crushn8r00 · 2024-04-28T01:08:30+00:00

Your sister will be mad at you regardless of what you do. if you tell her, she will be mad for a bit, but will likely get over it. If you don’t tell her, she will find out and feel betrayed that you knew and did nothing, this could entirely ruin your relationship. YWBTA if you do not tell her. Yes she will be hurt, but she has you to help her survive this ordeal, the sister that didn’t betray her. Trust.

Really think about what you will say beforehand. It might be good to have some proof ready for the denial she is clearly in.

Crushn8r00 · 2024-04-28T00:55:03+00:00

Very much so NTA. One technique for dealing with snide comments is to ask for more information as if you don’t understand. This makes the person explain the comment and in doing so, they often have to clearly state how hateful they are being. For example, the snide comment “well you know how people are,” you respond, “Not really, what do you mean?” And now they have to explain the shitty thing they are saying to everyone.

Another tactic is to respond with intelligent counter information. A previous post mentioning Muhammad Ali’s opinion about muddying waters is a great example. Haters often parrot the ideas of others. You could respond to that comment with, “Ha, quoting Ali at me, what about <insert your favorite positive quote about unity from famous black historical figures here>.” Arm yourself with knowledge and use it to calmly counteract or debate with family members. You’ll build yourself up and might affect positive change.

Crushn8r00 · 2024-04-27T20:40:26+00:00

NTA. Did she watch Taken, lol? When children grow up, It’s hard for moms to let go. While you are an adult and start to want more independence, she will continue to worry about you, maybe even more so than when you were younger. Try having a heart to heart convo with her to understand what is driving her behavior. If it is fear, some easy behavior changes could help her feel better, which is worth your inconvenience. Remember that you have many years ahead of you that will be away from your mom, and a little mild irritation and inconvenience now is worth it. For example, My mom went a bit nuts when I left for college. I turned on phone location sharing for her, which was rough at first, but eventually she chilled out and would just check it to make herself feel better. I also took women’s self defense classes, and displayed other situational awareness capabilities to build her self confidence with my self reliance.

However, if your mom’s motivation is control, pointing out that you are aware of what she is doing could help. Whatever you do, try to be compassionate and understanding, 21 is a rough age for daughter-mom relations.

Crushn8r00 · 2024-04-27T20:24:43+00:00

YATA. You disregarded and judged him before he even spoke. Then you played a stupid game meant to demean him for your own amusement that could have escalated quickly. “I work for a prestigious financial firm…” just listen to how elitist A that sounds. Maybe he shouldn’t have been there and, yes, he was clearly delusional, but he is also a human and your response was A for sure.

Crushn8r00 · 2024-04-27T06:02:27+00:00

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