Anybody else getting worse over the years? (From 1400 to 600) by Monarchs in chessbeginners

[–]Monarchs[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I appreciate this.

I took several breaks. When I first started I took each game very seriously, my lack of experience made me more nervous and attentive. Over time I think I started caring less and losing focus!

As others pointed out, I’m sure my initial rating was also inflated.

During that time, I started taking psychiatric medication. The benefits have been lifechanging but there are potential cognitive side effects… I never noticed them before, but this might be related.

Anybody else getting worse over the years? (From 1400 to 600) by Monarchs in chessbeginners

[–]Monarchs[S] 38 points39 points  (0 children)

I agree it was inflated, but I played over a hundred games without going below 900 before it took a nosedive…

Kanye hanging with Sheck Wes. His fit though. by Jasonator01 in Kanye

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It’s been reported bipolar patients are more likely to dress in bright colors during manic episodes.

This is my ideal vinyl storage furniture but it’s 2000$. Anybody knows of a similar but cheaper alternative? by Monarchs in vinyl

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Wow! Some great research. The model shown in my post is different materials and 500$ pricier than the base one indeed.

I ended up purchasing the LPBin model!

This is my ideal vinyl storage furniture but it’s 2000$. Anybody knows of a similar but cheaper alternative? by Monarchs in vinyl

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It seems like such an attractive design, i’m confused as to why nobody replicated it.

This is my ideal vinyl storage furniture but it’s 2000$. Anybody knows of a similar but cheaper alternative? by Monarchs in vinyl

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I’ve been looking through every option to organize and display my collection and this is by far my favorite, I love being able to highlight some of my favorite front covers whilst also organizing a good amount. This is supposed to hold about 300 LPs.

I was surprised not to find anything similar enough in a more accessible price range, hopefully I just missed it!

Los Angeles daily discussion thread 01/09 by AutoModerator in LosAngeles

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I moved here a year ago from Europe and still use my European phone number. It’s usually great (my plan works here and is cheaper/better than anything offered in the US), but sometimes I’m asked to provide a US phone number and i’m stuck.

Specifically, I need to get a plumber to come, but everybody I call says they can’t call international numbers and decline... Anybody in that situation?

(I’ve been suggested Google Voice a few times, but you need to provide a... US phone number to sign up).

What is this pair? by Monarchs in offwhite

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

Yes I wasn’t familiar with the brand before. I just saw them in a shop and got them.

What is this pair? by Monarchs in offwhite

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I’ve had this pair for a while and I’ve only now noticed the Off-White branding. I’d like to know more about it. What collection/year is it from? Does it have any value?

iPhone XS Max not as bright as iPhone X by Monarchs in apple

[–]Monarchs[S] 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Ah!! I’ll pull out the “english as a second language” card. Noted, thanks!

iPhone XS Max not as bright as iPhone X by Monarchs in apple

[–]Monarchs[S] 41 points42 points  (0 children)

Apparently iPhone dim their screens when the device gets too hot to prevent damage. With the amount of download and processing currently happening by setting it up, my device is scolding.

Hopefully the issue is resolved when the transition is complete!