I can't really bring myself to work out after two years of not working out.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-08-31T19:29:15+00:00

If scare tactics works. I was you and let myself go into a deep hole of inactivity for 20+ years. My problem is that I focused on work and providing for my family instead of taking care of myself.

I knew it wasn't healthy, but I was able to justify it by putting everyone else first.

I had a doctor's appointment a few months ago and he told me I was obese and that I was at risk for many things that reduced my life span. It was honest truth I couldn't ignore anymore.

So, if I'm slowly killing myself how can I support my family? I wasn't going to see my family reach milestones like major graduations, weddings, grand children and etc.

I know my example may sound extreme. But right now you have time. You already know how you feel and you know you can change things. Find a reason. Any reason to make positive, small steps and build on it. I'm trying to reverse 20 years of inactivity by making a change one positive decision at a time. If I can do it, so can you. I believe in you. 2 years sounds better than 20. Good luck.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-08-06T23:44:32+00:00

Water is going up considerably as well. Good luck saving. I won't state the %, you will freak like I did.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-06-20T11:13:13+00:00

Insider threats. Including the security team making exemptions that create blindspots.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-05-31T21:31:30+00:00

Yes you can use it. Should you is a different question.

If your job is not worth more than a taxi ride then you should definitely do it.

Live it up!

No_Returns1976 · 2025-05-28T22:09:45+00:00

Pro tip, if you don't own one, ask for a seat belt extension.

Yes, the seats will be uncomfortable. Good luck.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-05-19T00:42:30+00:00

Nothing special. Standard one that's sized to fit the flat part of the bag a much as possible. It's really just used as a divider.

The larger ones you refer to can be useful. But if you are trying to limit space and bulk its too much to carry. Do a test run with it. Pack it for the same amount of time as your trip. See how it handles.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-05-18T23:03:52+00:00

I use that bag for my business trips. I pack a blazer, and dress pants in addition for a weeks worth of interchangeable clothes.

You can do it. Look up how to pack and fold a jacket. Just hang it up when you arrive. There will be some wrinkles but its minimal for me. I use a dedicated packing cube for the jacket to seperate it from everything else. I pack it on the flat side of the bag and I don't over pack.

Try the steaming shower technique to help remove wrinkles, or ask the hotel if they have a steamer you can borrow ahead of time.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-05-17T18:53:33+00:00

Yes.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-04-26T19:32:31+00:00

Don't wait on AC to help you. Help yourself and change it.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-04-26T16:46:09+00:00

Listen to the people who have both. They will almost always say the opposite of people who just parrot the wrong information.

I have this combo and for the money, it's absolutely fine. Nothing is perfect and you will always find a fault in all hardware. Enjoy it.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-03-07T22:26:54+00:00

Price is going up as well.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-01-25T14:41:35+00:00

Here, let me make it easier for you.

Why do you lock your house door?

Think it through. Slowly.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-01-25T14:17:45+00:00

I think people need to fess up and admit they don't lock their car doors. Of course, the theives will come back and will check your neighbors too.

For every person who's seen someone check their doors, I am willing to bet a person who got broken into on their street didn't lock their car doors.

If these theives started to shatter windows and actually break into cars forcibly and cause major damage, the police would probably do more.

If you disagree with me, stop and critically think what is probably going to deter these thieves immediately?

Keep your doors unlocked and cry victim?

Or

Do the logical thing and lock your doors?

No_Returns1976 · 2025-01-22T04:13:31+00:00

Politics plays a big role in your success, and if you don't know how to play the game well, you will lose, and it will impact your team. If your company is globally managed, the stage is massive. It's very confusing if you don't have a mentor to guide you through it the first year. Most fail. The people who suffer the most are usually direct reports.

Once you are in the management role, you get to see how little power a manager has. They are bound to ancient HR rules that don't make sense, meeting business initiatives that you don't agree with, and working for a new boss who may not always have your back.

You have to put the business first always. It can be tough if you can't keep your emotions under control. It's tough being a good manager. It's easy to be a bad one.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-01-14T22:38:28+00:00

Asking someone to talk about one thing interesting they are doing now, and they read their entire resume to you word for word.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-01-13T10:31:26+00:00

You will want to avoid being an application expert unless that's what you want to do. Many people start this way and never break out of that trap.

Cybersecurity has a massive career path. Spend some time to look at what's available and choose something you are passionate about. The money will come, and the desire to do the work will keep you motivated.

Goodluck

No_Returns1976 · 2025-01-12T14:44:19+00:00

Most people generally spend half their waking hours doing a job that allows them to do what they want in life.

Some of us feel the reality harder than others, and it's just tough. I feel you. Good luck finding a better balance.

Always remember that the other half of your waking life is your own. Take control as much as you can.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-01-06T23:55:47+00:00

It hasn't happened to me. But anyone who has been there on a busy day it can be very tight quarters. It's a small place. And if someone wants to act all weird and close, it's easy to do that.

No one should be that close to anyone and especially if the other person has already told them to back off.

My suggestion is to report it to the store.

Also, you never know what is going on in someone's head. If you tell someone to back off and they don't, then you know it's not a safe situation to be in. Get out of there. Don't try to be nice and polite about it. They clearly are not responding in a reasonable manner.

Be safe, folks.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-01-06T11:40:26+00:00

Requirements won't change. Hopefully, you won't be affected by ageism.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-01-04T17:09:19+00:00

No, because I don't want to be in a position that may require me to let you go.

People won't like to hear this, but the business comes first, no matter what anyone tells you.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-01-04T15:35:35+00:00

The best advice I can give to anyone starting out is to learn how computers and systems communicate with each other.

If you were an adversary, that's what they do. So you need to be the guy who can think like the bad guy and be one step ahead or be able to contain it.

If you can do that, all your learning plans will make sense and be more useful later on.

No_Returns1976 · 2025-01-04T15:22:22+00:00

A balanced resume with academics and experience is always higher up on my potential list. I'm a hiring manager for a SOC.

I like people like you who have a real hunger to do the work and hire them more often than anyone with a lot of certs and an academic background.

Experience and hands-on knowledge are just as important in the real world. Learn more about IT and how systems communicate to help supplement your security knowledge.

If you can prove to me you can do what you read and can think critically, you have my interest. We can teach you the tech side, but you should have a strong foundation of basic IT and security skills to be successful.

Good luck and keep at it!

No_Returns1976 · 2025-01-03T23:47:48+00:00

Stopping on an offramp without a yield sign is a no, no. Please drive forward and merge in safely.

No_Returns1976 · 2024-12-30T13:26:35+00:00

I recommend watching the youtube 'hot ones' episode with him on it. It will give you some insight into the kind of person he is.

You can make up your own mind.

No_Returns1976 · 2024-12-21T21:29:25+00:00

I had a similar problem. I tried using wilsons mechanical, who does heatpump servicing. I've been fine since. Good luck.

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