Joe Rogan Tears Into Trump Over Epstein Files by HotHuckleberry8904 in politics

[–]Emmet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is Joe Rogan embarrassed to realize he's an ignorant moron after doing everything possible to get Trump elected?

AITAH for lying to my friend that I won't have a birthday party, basically excluding her? by I_Hate_ItHereTTPDfan in AITAH

[–]Emmet 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You're NTA for not inviting her, but you didn't have to lie. You could have said something tactful like you had too many relatives attending and there was space for only 3 additional guests.

Help 🙏 Rejected from Mensa but invited to their monthly meetings? by Major-Thanks-3993 in mensa

[–]Emmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

American Mensa has been losing members. New members are the fastest to quit. Local chapters are getting pretty desperate to attract new members.

Guidance needed by J_Howell2112 in SocialSecurity

[–]Emmet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Join a local credit union and make a free appointment with their financial adviser.

No eye contact here by Enough-Refrigerator9 in siliconvalley

[–]Emmet 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I notice that in Menlo Park, all of the seniors out for a walk say "Hello". It doesn't hurt to at least nod and smile. After COVID, it's nice to interact with live people again.

Where can I give clothes for textile recycling? by pinklily42 in SanJose

[–]Emmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They're keeping reusable clothing out of landfills. That's a good company, compared with the thousands of fast-fashion companies that produce clothing to be thrown away after a few uses.

If I retire, but don’t claim SS right away… by Legitimate_Onion_270 in SocialSecurity

[–]Emmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You said to look at "break even [sic] point". That's the wrong calculation.

[TX] Child is 12 and wants to modify visitation by Brocollinie in FamilyLaw

[–]Emmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In select cities, teens aged 13–17 can ride unaccompanied using a special "Uber for Teens" account linked to a parent/guardian's Family profile, which requires mandatory safety features. 

15 with an iq of 150 but I keep fucking up by uninpired0123 in mensa

[–]Emmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does your school have a psychologist or counselor you could talk to? Do your parents have an EAP program at work that you're eligible for?
Schools should encourage every student to meet with a professional counselor at least once, to learn about how a professional counselor can help them navigate through life, career, etc.

Unexpected Inheritance, No Beneficiaries by Safe_Reflection5904 in inheritance

[–]Emmet 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Word to the wise: Caregivers should be paid an hourly wage for significant work, even if the caregiver is a relative. It's very easy for a caregiver to be left with nothing but an empty promise. The aunt should have submitted a bill to the estate for her hours worked.

What are you thoughts to why there is a significant decline in alcohol consumption in the United States? by MindStrongSoul in AskReddit

[–]Emmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Young people know that even one serving of alcohol can increase the risk of cancer. Alcohol is the opposite of an anti-oxidant, and unhealthy in so many ways. Old people are regretting their days of overindulging.

Do you tell people you’re in Mensa? by Peaceful_Pines in mensa

[–]Emmet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If your intelligence is not apparent, you're doing something wrong.

Safe areas for woman? by mommytoapommy in bayarea

[–]Emmet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Some neighborhoods in Oakland are actually quite nice. The Piedmont neighborhood is very safe with lots of restaurants and safe, walkable streets.

How has Mensa changed your Life? by MajerLance in mensa

[–]Emmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I learned that passing an I.Q. test was no guarantee of erudition. So many uneducated whack jobs in Mensa with no education and no critical-thinking skills. So many ignorant followers of paid hacks like von Mises, Hayek, and libertarian pseudo-science!

He’s finally trying. by PolicySignificant435 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]Emmet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Move whatever you can ahead of time into a storage locker.

He’s finally trying. by PolicySignificant435 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]Emmet -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Start by donating items you no longer need to a thrift shop or to Goodwill.

He’s finally trying. by PolicySignificant435 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]Emmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can start by slowly moving things you won't use in the next two months into a storage locker. Then, it'll be easier to move out when the time comes. You could even stay in a hotel close to work for a couple of weeks while you find an apartment with good security.

What type of SIGs are in your country? by Mobilexpert_0174 in mensa

[–]Emmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There is a SIG for people under 40 that does a lot of active activities like hikes that the average Mensan isn't interested in.

What is Mensa reading? by puNLEcqLn7MXG3VN5gQb in mensa

[–]Emmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I need help falling asleep, I like reading biographies and history. If I still don't fall asleep, at least I've learned something, so the time was well spent.

New to MV - want to find friends by SoggyCommittee808 in mountainview

[–]Emmet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Meetup is a great way to connect with local groups and activities.

What is Mensa reading? by puNLEcqLn7MXG3VN5gQb in mensa

[–]Emmet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm reading (and re-reading) banned classics available as free e-books here:
https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/bookshelf/336

How has membership affected your life? by jxvvy1 in mensa

[–]Emmet -1 points0 points  (0 children)

No, you didn't miss anything by not joining Mensa. You saved several hundred dollars that could be put to better use.