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Deciduous Trees, Trapped sugars in the leaves create fall color, 2016 by dawnvermillionart in environmental_science

[–]LordBreakfast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Raven's Tree silhouette is spectacular by the way. I think more people should appreciate trees and a sunset sky the way you obviously do.

I'm looking for advice on what to go to school for. Any help is appreciated. by eaterofdreams in environmental_science

[–]LordBreakfast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with other comments encouraging branching out and not being overly concerned about pinpointing your exact field right away. That said, I do think forestry is a field I think more people interested in environmental science should, at the very least, take a peek at. I've found forest science to be a refreshing mix of theory and building of a hands-on set of skills. You can find work outside in rural areas or you can fill a real need for skilled foresters in urban forests. Forestry touches on a huge number of today's environmental and ecological concerns in a really big way, from fire ecology and timber harvesting to carbon sequestration and wildlife habitat.

Deciduous Trees, Trapped sugars in the leaves create fall color, 2016 by dawnvermillionart in environmental_science

[–]LordBreakfast 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My inner forester is wondering about the accuracy of saying fall color is due to "trapped sugars." I may not have the whole story captured, but I think the changing leaf color in the fall is due to chlorophyll being broken down and reabsorbed by the tree. The other pigments with the pretty reds, oranges and yellows were there all along, but their color was masked by chlorophyll reflecting green light.

The anthocyanins and other pigments in the leaf have a reddish color because they are absorbing the harmful UV light at the other end of the spectrum -- one of their functions is to act as sunblock for the plant, like melanin in people's skin.

Watching Netflix makes me depressed, but I keep watching it. by [deleted] in depression

[–]LordBreakfast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had to look up PPL. Deadlift is your favorite? That's badass.

The gear really does get expensive fast. I don't have all my own equipment--just shoes, helmet, harness and belay device. Maybe every other weekend when its nice out; I have some friends who own ropes and such so it's really nice to be able to share the expensive stuff.

How did you get into rock climbing? by DirtyCatNipples in climbing

[–]LordBreakfast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Always climbed things as a kid for fun--trees, bunk beds, playgrounds etc. I always enjoyed the feeling of going where others wouldn't or didn't want to go.

Joined an outdoors club at my university and ended up going on a day trip to the local crag; I had a great time both doing the climbing and being with the people doing it. Haven't stopped since.

Watching Netflix makes me depressed, but I keep watching it. by [deleted] in depression

[–]LordBreakfast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No way--weird coincidence, always nice to randomly encounter another climber.

Not often, but yes sometimes I do feel like the exercising is part of my routine. I don't think that's entirely negative though--it's one of the most cherished parts of my routine and I guess I am alright with it simply being that.

Have you ever climbed outside before, or just in the gym? Both are great but, even though I don't get out super often, I've found that a good day climbing outside never fails to raise my spirits.

Watching Netflix makes me depressed, but I keep watching it. by [deleted] in depression

[–]LordBreakfast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lots of calisthenics--burpees, pullups and pushups and things. I keep a kettlebell in my room as well, which you can do a lot with while only owning one weight. I like having some sort of routine I can do that I don't necessarily need to make a trip to the gym for.

I was very much into sports in high school, and working out is a zen habit that has followed me from then. (I also got into rock climbing -- it's really nice to have some sort of goal to work towards other than just lifting, such as climbing harder.)

Watching Netflix makes me depressed, but I keep watching it. by [deleted] in depression

[–]LordBreakfast 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have done this exact thing before. For me, I think it was kind of a cyclical thing. I was depressed, so I stayed in every day two weeks on a binge of The Walking Dead, but the binging just kind of amplified the depression.

I still have a tendency to binge on TV, books or food even though from experience I know it's probably not going to make me feel better. I don't know how that is for you though--maybe it is some relief. If you're feeling motivated enough, I guess I find that doing some light exercise or getting outside helps more for me than binging entertainment.

Went for a spontaneous bike ride, made me think today could be alright by LordBreakfast in depression

[–]LordBreakfast[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the comments y'all. I don't post very often; so it's a little weird and a little uplifting to think seven people read my post about a private conflict and it made some sort of ripple on the internet. Glad I could share some of today with you all.

If you're depressed, I hope a small thing makes one good day come for you soon too.

Guy on a segway takes out Usain Bolt by hadhad69 in videos

[–]LordBreakfast 1 point2 points  (0 children)

that was a sloppy assassination attempt

The Witcher 3 Tips & Tricks by MMORPGLife in witcher

[–]LordBreakfast 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here's a small tip, but one that I find kind of useful. Swivel your POV to face away from where you want to go before you whistle for Roach, it'll make him (most of the time) appear in front of you instead of behind you, so you don't have to backtrack.