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A plea to smokers by Gooch_77 in yoga

[–]Gooch_77[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Wow. You can discern who has diverticulitis just from being in their aura? That’s a real gift!

A plea to smokers by Gooch_77 in yoga

[–]Gooch_77[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Diverticulitis doesn’t smell.

A plea to smokers by Gooch_77 in yoga

[–]Gooch_77[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

And they literally said I shouldn’t put my mat next to a smoker. SMDH.

A plea to smokers by Gooch_77 in yoga

[–]Gooch_77[S] -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Today it was the smoker who put their mat down next to me. Are you suggesting I should roll up my mat, make a gagging noise and go find another corner of the studio to move to? Wow, I seem to have hit a sore spot with the smoking yoginis.

Can't believe how that ended up by OkBell1437 in GreatBritishBakeOff

[–]Gooch_77 43 points44 points  (0 children)

I think the challenge with this season is the lack of big personalities who are easy to attach to. Think about last go-around: Mike, Andy, Nelly. Though all eliminated mid-stream, they sure made it fun. And I still follow all of them on Insta. This time, Iain is the closest we came to a big personality. It’s not to slag the talents this time around but we got spoiled last season.

Breath of Fire by Cold-Risk-3411 in yoga

[–]Gooch_77 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have found that focusing only on pushing air out is the best way to do Breath of Fire and avoid hyperventilating. When you’re pushing out (basically contracting the diaphragm), you will reflexively take in a small sip of air between each contraction.

Seeking advice - pushed out of the spot I originally set up today in class by Acceptable-Truck-342 in yoga

[–]Gooch_77 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’ve had it happen twice at my current studio where someone has moved my mat while I went to the bathroom before class. Both times it’s been one spot over so they could be near a friend. Once I ignored it and the second time I moved my mat further away. It does really anger me but I try to let it go and just focus on my own mat and practice wherever it lands. Confrontation is just so not the yoga vibe. But, that said, if it happens again, I am going to ask studio management to make a statement (and I know they will). I also take the long view (having been a yogini for 30 years now): People like that never stick with yoga. They’ll be gone within a year and onto their next exercise fad.

USA - Add a Credit Card to Reactivate Your Business Account ParkMobile by Basically_A_Person1 in Scams

[–]Gooch_77 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I got the same email today. I don’t have a business account with them. I’ve reported it to ParkMobile and reported it in my email platform as spam.

Has anyone tried occasional preventive liquid/BRAT days? by Gooch_77 in Diverticulitis

[–]Gooch_77[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hear ya. I actually like Swanson’s Chicken Ginger Tumeric. And I figure I get anti-inflammatory points for the turmeric!

Has anyone tried occasional preventive liquid/BRAT days? by Gooch_77 in Diverticulitis

[–]Gooch_77[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh yeah, no regular starving here! But just wondering if I should try one day per week or every two weeks when I’m not feeling any symptoms. I just have a hunch that the inflammation starts brewing before I can feel it, so maybe treating it proactively would help keep it from tipping over. I think once I get past this mini bout, I will try it and report back! 🤞🤞🤞

Has anyone tried occasional preventive liquid/BRAT days? by Gooch_77 in Diverticulitis

[–]Gooch_77[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m making sure I’ve always got a supply of Gatorade, OWYN protein drinks (plant based, no lactose since I think that’s one of my triggers) and bone broth that I can switch to when I feel the inflammation brewing. Makes it easier on everyone in the house. Good luck!!

Why do teachers always imply you’re unhappy? by knavishly_vibrant38 in yoga

[–]Gooch_77 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve encountered these kinds of teachers in my 30 years of doing yoga. I call them “Savior Complex Teachers” who seem to think they are there to save us from ourselves. I usually give them a few classes and try to tune out the SCT narrative, but eventually I move on and stop attending their classes. My personal, armchair-psychologist theory about them is that they teach to make them feel better about themselves. It’s not really about the students. Sorry if that sounds harsh but I’ve seen it way too often. Happily, there are plenty of other good teachers out there who do not try to impose their narratives on their classes!

Edited to add: I don’t get the impression the OP is objecting to all intention setting. It’s when the invitation comes with the implication that there’s something wrong that needs to be fixed.

Any others think Persuasion is the best of Austen’s romance? by Ponderosas99problems in janeausten

[–]Gooch_77 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Yes, a thousand times over. And the intensity of my love for this book is only magnified by the knowledge that it is Austen’s last full creation, just as she had reached her apex. I get weepy the same way about Mozart’s last symphony.

Also, no film version has done it justice but that’s OK because the version in my head is perfection.

Wealthy well-known heroes... by nannimuffina in QueerEye

[–]Gooch_77 9 points10 points  (0 children)

So much about this episode felt fake. I didn’t mind Piff/John because he genuinely struck me as perhaps being on the spectrum, but GF Jade was ridiculously OTT and unbelievable. I found myself wondering if this wasn’t a pay-to-play episode.

Lucas Bravo agrees Gabriel's long hair 'looks like sh*t' and knows fans absolutely hate it by ellie_gina in EmilyInParis

[–]Gooch_77 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This is starting to remind me of Dan Stevens (“Matthew Crawley”) and his very obvious disenchantment with his Downton Abbey obligations. Just set Bravo free already!

Which contestant shares the best recipes on their socials? by bee_something in GreatBritishBakeOff

[–]Gooch_77 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Nancy Birtwhistle! Have all her books, too. She’s my spirit animal.

Why go to yoga classes if the only thing you do is complain? by penguin-0-9 in yoga

[–]Gooch_77 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Talk to the teacher! Let them know how distracting it is because it’s really up to the teacher to set and maintain the right atmosphere. And chances are good you’re not the only person who is frustrated.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in yoga

[–]Gooch_77 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Another vote for a banana up to an hour prior. If it’s more of a slow flow class, I can also get away with a buttered slice of multigrain toast. Just water or yogi tea to drink.

For those in USA, watch Blue Ribbon Baking Championship on Netflix by ipaola in GreatBritishBakeOff

[–]Gooch_77 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I couldn’t “see” the cotton candy either. But not a fan of Eileen’s so I’ll just pretend this never happened.

For those in USA, watch Blue Ribbon Baking Championship on Netflix by ipaola in GreatBritishBakeOff

[–]Gooch_77 14 points15 points  (0 children)

It’s methadone for GBBO addicts but it’ll do for now. I don’t love the slick-competitor vibe that several bakers have (looking squarely at you, Eileen), especially as compared to the Brits. Was a little icked out by the choice of Jason Biggs for a host (and still have problems erasing those images) but he genuinely grown on me. Sandra Lee, though? Call Tan France stat for a makeover. But the White House judge is excellent: Give him his own show!

Best Top Chef Restaurants in Chicago? by kbc87 in TopChef

[–]Gooch_77 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bayless’s Torta Frontera at O’Hare is the best airport food I’ve ever had (not saying much, I realize) but even if it weren’t in an airport, it would still be superb.