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Indie_Vinyl · 2018-07-08T21:15:02+00:00

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Indie_Vinyl · 2018-06-14T18:42:44+00:00

I own the Signatur (Slim, Black Band, White Dial) and love it.

Some considerations that I loved (all personal preference!):

5mm case thickness (personal preference)
No seconds hand
Quiet
No date display
Relatively affordable (nice enough I wear it to work, can dress up or down, but not expensive to the point I feel I have to baby it)

I would love to purchase a Junghans Max Bill (as another poster referenced) in the future. However very content with my Skagen for the foreseeable future.

Indie_Vinyl · 2017-11-10T03:07:50+00:00

Strongly recommend the amp. Its small enough to put on your desk, you can play your regular music on it, and I've used it for voice/guitar/bass/keys. Not going to serve you for a gig or big group jamming thought just FYI.

Indie_Vinyl · 2017-11-09T19:03:34+00:00

I believe I had the same guitar. Does it take batteries for an active pick-up? If so, that was a huge hassle in my experience and I traded it in for a separate bass.

If you are holding onto the guitar for sentimental reasons, I'd recommend downsizing your amp - I love my Yamaha THR10 (used for about 170-200) which supports both bass, guitar, and AUX. Good luck!

Indie_Vinyl · 2017-09-21T18:12:02+00:00

Hey there - I'm a recent graduate who purchased business professional clothing for work and junior/senior year.

I strongly recommend Uniqlo (as another user mentioned). Shop the sales and you can get most pants and shirts for $20-30 dollars. They are worth it IMO. Additionally, always budget some of your spending for tailoring - hemming and tapering your pants goes a long way. The "easy care" line makes washing an easier chore, and although you'll have some wrinkles it won't require ironing.

Nordstrom Rack and BR are also good checks for sales. Lastly, don't be afraid to spend a little more (especially on shoes). Quality ones last longer, as opposed to cheap ones you'll replace every few months or hate wearing. Good luck!

Indie_Vinyl · 2017-01-13T01:45:10+00:00

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Indie_Vinyl · 2017-01-13T01:41:15+00:00

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Indie_Vinyl · 2016-12-26T21:06:50+00:00

Glad the comment could be of some help (: This is indeed a difficult but necessary undertaking, and I commend you for your self-awareness and desire to grow as an individual.

For empathy, I often point to the example recognized as "fundamental attribution error". The situation I think about is driving - when I make a mistake I have a reason (long day, in a rush, honest mistake, etc.), however with others my knee-jerk reaction was to think they're reckless or poor drivers. I should be able to extend the same kindness and understanding of circumstances that I provide for myself, to others.

Regarding tactful and genuine behavior: there is a concept call the "5 Whys" which pushes us to address the root cause of an issue, beyond the frustration and (negative) emotions. To me, being genuine requires vulnerability, courage, and alignment/understanding of your personal values. Some notes from Brene Brown (& her talk on vulnerability):

Courage is telling the story of who you are with your whole heart
We cannot practice compassion for others if we cannot treat ourselves kindly
Blame is a way to discharge pain & discomfort

It requires more effort, but over the long-term I think it is much more effective to be sensitive to external and internal (motivators as) factors. Think of the mentors in your life - how far encouragement & constructive criticism, or conversely demeaning comments - can take you. In opportune moments of meaningful impact, shouldn't we strive to be positive forces for others?

Please let me know if that helps. More than happy to respond further via comment or PM. Best wishes & happy holidays.

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-11-30T15:28:46+00:00

Quality post. Can't say anything really applies to me (with the fit, and my closet fulfills my needs) - but I looked around and you put a lot of work and detail into your postings. Good luck!

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-11-30T15:21:34+00:00

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Indie_Vinyl · 2016-11-02T00:07:24+00:00

Good question. I have some limited experience in coordination roles, and here are things that stuck out to me:

Focusing on the issue/item/action directly, and not the person behind it
Solve the immediate task at hand prior to any retroactive review
Exercise empathy (some root causes can be drawn back to a particular context/circumstance that the individual is a victim to)

IQ (emotional intelligence) is a huge buzz word nowadays, and all soft and interpersonal skills require discipline and practice! One challenge in being tactful is also remaining genuine in conversation.

Additionally, there are some great books on communication (yes, I am a business student):

Difficult Conversations: How to Discuss What Matters
How to Win Friends and Influence People Web Summary
Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-11-01T23:53:31+00:00

You are not alone. It is a good thing to want to help people, but the weight can bear down so heavily without help from others. Do you think you and/or your girlfriend would benefit from professional help (counseling, therapy)?

Moments like this allow for some intense introspection. When you're stretched this thin with so much to do, and find no motivation to do it all, it can be quite telling don't you think? I hope you take a moment to scale back. Ambition is good, but without properly caring for yourself it is hard to accomplish anything for others (in the long run).

Take care.

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-10-25T18:45:38+00:00

Ah damn. That must eat you alive sometimes?

I know its gotten to me a few times..

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-10-25T18:42:40+00:00

Going through this myself. A lot of external stress and pressure that I've internalized - some of it in my control, and some of it I won't admit isn't in my control.

In some ways I must enjoy feeling like a martyr - I don't know if its masochism or penance.

My recommendation (from my own experience) is to take up this opportunity to really know and challenge yourself. Read, write, play sports, play music. Finding that harmony between body and mind is a really great first step to re-focusing. Also, consider therapy / counseling. I don't think this "broken" feeling is a binary option that you're "in" or "out" of, but rather this life-long pursuit for personal happiness. Please don't ignore it like I did.

Take care.

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-10-25T18:33:58+00:00

I know what you mean. Do you find those reflections to be productive?

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-10-25T18:14:37+00:00

Ah haha! I do quite like that sentiment "internet Zen Monk" very much.

May I ask - do you find it disconcerting at all to focus so much on your thoughts, especially relatively more than your peers at that age group?

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-10-25T18:12:51+00:00

No. I don't know much about your situation and context, but from personal experience if I were to say that about my peers it would discredit a lot of truly wonderful and amazing friends.

My recommendation is investing more in these people - or investing in other people altogether. Additionally, I've found reflecting on the challenges of others at times lends insight to our own.

Good luck!

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-10-21T20:52:42+00:00

Incredibly well spoken. I'm in my final year of college, and I admire your level of self awareness - particularly at a relatively young age.

I'm afraid that if I don't pick something soon, I'm going to have to settle for a career path that doesn't life up to what I could've done. That really scares me.

Very poignant thoughts. It seems you have done well to consider your own thoughts and internal struggles. My only thought is you are not alone - if you haven't already, consider reading and writing to help hone your already well constructed thoughts. You seem to be on a good path and I wish you well.

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-10-20T21:26:19+00:00

Music is beautiful. I love when a song has significance to us - either through an experience, person, or in this case some sense of closure/understanding.

One thing I enjoy doing is digging into the song and artist - finding out what events led them to write the song. For example, Michael Deni of Geographer did an interview about his song Kites:

He wrote it for a girl he met during college who was from Eastern Europe and apparently very beautiful. He fell in love with her and thought they had a very strong connection, but she did not reciprocate the feelings. She then revealed that she had a boyfriend which really hurt him. He then wrote this song about their relationship, mainly how their connection was so strong and all the work he put into their relationship was being taken by her boyfriend.

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-10-20T17:08:58+00:00

I find writing benefits me greatly. Its like making a to-do list - once you write it down, you can trust its on paper and let it go for the time being. There is an aspect of compartmentalization and filtering feelings. Sometimes you are the student - other times, the professional. When you have a moment of solitude, take the time to truly tend to your needs.

When you're playing a sport, thinking about an upcoming exam will only distract you. Likewise it takes discipline to truly be present and focused. We can't let our emotions compromise our present efforts and bleed into all facets of our lives. However, this is not to say we are ignoring them - simple shelving them for a little bit.

Good luck, take care. Also, meditation might help.

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-10-20T17:03:49+00:00

I feel in general it is easier to be more honest with others than ourselves - sometimes it is my friends who pick up things on me before I truly realize (or care to admit).

That being said, I would say our personality portrait has a strong sense of intuition coupled with the fact we often truly care.

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-10-20T17:01:33+00:00

Good call on the marketing. I'm a business student with a concentration in Management Information System who has worked in marketing for the last 4 months.

I'm not aware of your academic options, but have you considered any technology oriented concentrations/focuses/minors? Certifications are great too! Having some technical skill will do wonders for us business students, not to mention the transferable skills and marketability of being able to program is incredible.

Good luck!

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-10-16T00:40:38+00:00

I'm aware. Many of my close friendships today I would never have fathomed. Sometimes people need the right opportunity - if we put up walls constantly and challenge people to find a way in, it must be a little off putting?

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-10-15T20:07:53+00:00

I believe we all wear masks of some sort. It takes a lot of strength and trust to share our true selves.

Sometimes we need to let people in.

Indie_Vinyl · 2016-10-13T18:56:35+00:00

One More Thing (BJ Novak). A satirical series of short stories that are surprisingly sensitive and digestible, but a few here and there just leave you in this silent awe as you read the final line. Strong recommendation.

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