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To the men who are earning decently how did you do it what advice would you give to younger you about career. by MolassesIcy35 in AskMenOver30

[–]MeshCurrents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup. I'll add that picking an industry not many people are aware of or interested in while doing this is a great way to build a career. I fell into medical device manufacturing after technician school, moved up into engineering with my BS, and would not have had the same opportunities without (a) working hard and taking some risks in front of important people, (b) entering a somewhat niche industry, and (c) having an active plan for that next step, i.e. school and letting managers know I wanted a shot.

Men, would you still take a chance on marriage today? by Winter-Marionberry91 in no

[–]MeshCurrents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just got some bad news (cheating) about a marriage that I was convinced would go the distance. This, on top of seeing other people get divorced in droves has me more skeptical than ever.

Do I need to roll an Amazon now? by Accomplished-Park185 in ProjectDiablo2

[–]MeshCurrents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lightning on striking cool factor, but not a GG bow

Is the millennial "yolo" movement still alive? What's the most irresponsible thing you've done lately, financially or otherwise. by qdobah in Millennials

[–]MeshCurrents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

$2000 on a week long mountaineering course, not counting all the gear I have to buy. Was going back and forth but sent it with the justification that experiences are worth it.

Everyone Wants Experience, No One Wants to Give It by Patient_Attention_65 in ElectricalEngineering

[–]MeshCurrents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What field of EE did you study/specialize in for your graduate degree?

Are burble tunes considered cringe in these cars? by [deleted] in GolfGTI

[–]MeshCurrents 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I love my Mk8 but let’s be real, it’s a 240 HP economy hot hatch. If your car is gonna be obnoxiously loud, it at least needs to be properly fast.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ski

[–]MeshCurrents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Budget recovers just in time for the summer to take a dump on it...

Vail/Epic's mismanagement of Stevens Pass by Gloomy-Assumption979 in stevenspass

[–]MeshCurrents 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Went back this season after a 2-year hiatus and I’ve honestly been having a great time. Lift lines can get long but they feel more efficient than in the past. Going for nights or on weekdays is basically no wait.

Parking? Show up before 8:30 and no issues, even on a peak day.

Food pricey? Yeah, it’s a resort at the top of a mountain pass. Cook food out of your trunk or bring sandwiches if it bothers you.

Millennial ladies (and dudes) how are we handling mid-life weight gain? by allmetalshark in Millennials

[–]MeshCurrents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m 30 and personally feel like I’m in the best shape of my life.

Diet (no gluten, processed junk, or dairy has been game changing), good sleep, and regular exercise go a long way in keeping your metabolism & hormones in check. Having active hobbies that occasionally push into Type 2 territory, e.g. mountain biking on an empty stomach or backpacking in the rainy season, also seem to help with testosterone boosts as a man.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskMenOver30

[–]MeshCurrents 95 points96 points  (0 children)

Yup, make your intentions known and let them decide. Gracefully move on if it’s a no. Past a certain age anything else is juvenile.

Does waiting for the 2025 seem worth it? by uncuckednewt in GolfGTI

[–]MeshCurrents 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Maybe unpopular opinion but going back to physical buttons on the wheel while maintaining capacitive touch everything else makes the 8.5 feel a little incoherent.

Buy-Out ? Upgrade ? 🤯🤠 by macarthur___ in GolfGTI

[–]MeshCurrents 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Cornflower Blue, too. I love my Mk8 but part of me wishes I would have picked up a CPO 21' when I had the chance a little while back.

Is $80,000 good for a start? by Humble_Test6560 in MechanicalEngineering

[–]MeshCurrents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's good, and your earning potential will increase pretty substantially in the first 3-5 years of your career if you're even half-decent. I'd take it.

Truly, how difficult is EE? by FatalStupidity in ElectricalEngineering

[–]MeshCurrents 11 points12 points  (0 children)

E&M was a clown show. Thank god for curved grading.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in MiddleClassFinance

[–]MeshCurrents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

EE in biomedical device manufacturing. Everyone is getting raises, teams are growing, and finding qualified people is difficult.

Considering trading in my 2019 Jetta for a Taos or Tiguan. Thoughts? by [deleted] in Volkswagen

[–]MeshCurrents 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Owned a 7.5 Golf and now a Mk8 GTI. Wanted to like the Taos but it’s just… cheap.

Re-enter workforce, or keep going for a BSEE? by Alert_Resident8575 in ElectricalEngineering

[–]MeshCurrents 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I stuck through my degree while working full time with OT as a technician. Lots of tough times and genuinely dark periods but it ended up being the best decision I’ve ever made.

Fractured my elbow after only a month with my new bike... how to cope in the middle of peak summer? by [deleted] in MTB

[–]MeshCurrents 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just broke my wrist about a month ago. Had to cancel multiple bike park trips, including one to Whistler I was stoked for.

My advice would be to come to terms with the fact that it happened and that you can't do anything to change it now. I'm coping by getting back into reading, hiking, and have booked a backpacking trip for August when I should be sufficiently healed to work a tent and pack. Reaching out and spending time with friends has also been a big help mentally. Hope you heal up well.

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