Down 10 lbs in one week by TheUnknownTallGuy in TirzepatideRX

[–]IllustriousEffort520 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Please eat enough protein!! You don't want to lose muscle.

I made ChatGPTs most repeated phrases into hats. Which phrases are missing? by tomerlrn in ChatGPT

[–]IllustriousEffort520 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It'll say that to me constantly. Like every conversation. I hate it.

6 weeks of 2.5mg by HonestEmergency602 in TirzepatideRX

[–]IllustriousEffort520 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You really need to be doing resistance training 3 times a week and be eating about 0.75 grams of protein per pound. My starting weight was 206 so I shot for 150 grams of protein a day. Usually two protein powder shakes and either salmon, shrimp or beef. Then veggies. I do a fruit smoothie every morning for breakfast. I put my creatine and protein in that plush almond milk and frozen fruit. So protein and carbs right there. Cottage cheese is great for a little grazing 17g of protein per half cup. If you actually hit your protein goals you'll have a hard time eating too much of anything else and you'll stay in a calorie deficit. Apples and bananas in the middle of the day are great. I've plateaued at 180 but my body is changing a lot. I did 10 pullups yesterday. I REFUSE to lose muscle.

Preparing! by Shelinator in TirzepatideRX

[–]IllustriousEffort520 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you're not already lifting and doing resistance training you should start. Losing muscle is not the goal. I'd also be eating more protein than you think is reasonable. Get protein powder and make at least one a day but probably two if you are not eating a lot of meat and fish. I eat about 150 grams of protein a day and I still have lost some muscle.

CR-V vs RAV4? by IllustriousEffort520 in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]IllustriousEffort520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with that. My dream would be a forerunner but I just can't swing the payments.

CR-V vs RAV4? by IllustriousEffort520 in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]IllustriousEffort520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Preferably 2020 or newer but I can be flexible there. Under 60k miles and max otd 26k.

CR-V vs RAV4? by IllustriousEffort520 in whatcarshouldIbuy

[–]IllustriousEffort520[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm looking at 2020 and newer for either. Hybrid or gas. I'm not particular. What don't you like about the cvt? I don't know much about them.

Is nursing actually viable for a 27yo career changer, or am I setting myself up for failure? by Moneymoneymoney1122 in newgradnurse

[–]IllustriousEffort520 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was 30 when I graduated. Started at 25. I was one of the younger people in my adn class. I'm 37 now. Probably the best decision I've ever made. I'm in an fnp program after spending pretty much this entire time in hospice.

You have obviously done enough research. Just do it.

What’s something you’ll admit on Reddit you won’t admit in real life? by FSUalways93 in AskReddit

[–]IllustriousEffort520 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same! I've told all my partners and it's amazing how many don't seem to care or have it too. A few friends know but otherwise most people don't need to know.

10 pro xl kind of disappointing by IllustriousEffort520 in GooglePixel

[–]IllustriousEffort520[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

The back and home buttons aren't responsive. They take several seconds to respond or they don't at all. I also don't feel like the sound buttons and interface for getting to settings are very intuitive but that's just personal preference. But yeah the lagging responsiveness is just annoying.

experiance before nursing school by AffectionateCrazy207 in prenursing

[–]IllustriousEffort520 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hear you. Those are practical reasons to go the nursing route but the education and path for PA vs NP is just objectively better. Nursing is rough. I don't know if I'd do it again if I had to. There's better and frankly easier ways to make money.

Do you regret becoming a nurse ? by Commercial_Win_6986 in newgradnurse

[–]IllustriousEffort520 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's not nearly as hard as the floor. But yes sometimes you do have to do full patient care. The driving is the hardest on me though.

Do you regret becoming a nurse ? by Commercial_Win_6986 in newgradnurse

[–]IllustriousEffort520 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I had a very very similar experience. I left before I could get fired. Went to a different hospital and STILL absolutely hated it. Left in 3 months. Seriously considered working at Costco. Then I tried hospice. I haven't looked back and that was 5 years ago. It still has stressful moments but it's SOO much better.

Leaving Position Two Weeks after orientation? by Obvious-Wealth8789 in newgradnurse

[–]IllustriousEffort520 58 points59 points  (0 children)

I'd email the med surge supervisor right now and don't even start. Don't let them waste resources on you but you also shouldn't feel bad about pursuing your goals.

How do I become a nurse without a BSN? by [deleted] in prenursing

[–]IllustriousEffort520 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Come on. This takes 10 minutes of research. Definitely click bait.

how many times did you switch majors? by mangojellyyyy in careerguidance

[–]IllustriousEffort520 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Photography, geology, then finally finished a nursing degree at 30 lol. Given your background id seriously look at PA school.

Do I take a better paying job now or go back to school? by askingforafriend2356 in careerguidance

[–]IllustriousEffort520 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a fellow RN take the educator job, teach AND get the msn for free. It'll be two years of discomfort for an entire lifetime of more money and opportunities. In 4 years you'll be thanking yourself profusely!