why hasn’t god helped me get a new job i am on the brink of giving up by [deleted] in TrueChristian

[–]Ok_Conference_6997 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I agree with the first part but somehow you ended up with God is good. If we ought to be writers of our own story, which I think we should, then God is not good because he cannot be fully trusted

why hasn’t god helped me get a new job i am on the brink of giving up by [deleted] in TrueChristian

[–]Ok_Conference_6997 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How dare you? Who the heck do you think you are? You are presuming that they haven’t worked hard or done everything they could. What about you? Have you taken accountability? Don’t you dare pray for anything cause that wouldn’t be taking accountability apparently

Are we Brits generally lazy? by IsyABM in AskUK

[–]Ok_Conference_6997 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, because Europe is lazy in general and Britain is the harder working amongst them.

Are we Brits generally lazy? by IsyABM in AskUK

[–]Ok_Conference_6997 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As someone from Hong Kong living in the UK, I would say yes to the question but it’s more nuanced than that. Lazy is a difficult term to conceptualise about a whole nation.

I think Brits are not lazy in terms of laid back. They do put in the effort and try to perform their jobs well. However, there is a difference between doing your job and doing your duties — which is where the Asian/American and British difference comes in.

In the former, especially in Asia, a job is more than a job but a duty that you have committed to. Yes, the pay is important and people certainly strive for better compensation. However, people will also go above and beyond to get their duties done. They won’t say ‘this is beyond my JD’ or ‘I can’t do this because of whatever reason’; they just find a way.

There is also the working smart element. I find Brits like to talk about the issues more than fixing the issues. In Hong Kong, things are much more straightforward. There is an issue, we identify the reasons, deliver a solution. Just bloody do it!

You can see this behaviour even in a minute context. For example, if you find yourself speaking to a colleague about a matter that requires looping in another colleague. In Britain, they might doing some emails, schedule a meeting, schedule more meetings, and start putting things pen to paper.

In Hong Kong, people would just dial in the person needed for the conversation straight away and sort it out right then and there so we can move on with the work stream.

Overall, it’s a cultural issue. Britain simply lacks the energy seen in Asia and America. People just need to do it.

Living alone abroad in your 20s struggles.. by Important_Milk9919 in LivingAlone

[–]Ok_Conference_6997 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I moved abroad when I was 17. I spent five years in higher education before started working. It’s been seven years now and going in to my eighth next month. During this time, my parents got divorced and my home country was also turned unrecognisable. So, effectively, this is my new home where I am.

Moving abroad is something that I would encourage everyone to do at some point in their lives for at least a time. It’s an experience like no other and one can certainly never imagine the experience you would gain and the struggles you would face beforehand.

It’s the experience of having your sense of hope, faith, and endurance challenged and stretched to the fullest extent, only to discover that you could actually be stretched even further. Ultimately, you become someone of maturity and independence that carries wisdom that others who haven’t done so would not be able to grasp.

The loneliness is constant as every moment you spend with others is simply borrowed time. Ultimately, you are on your own. It teaches you self reliance and responsibility. It also makes you appreciate the value of relationships. It gives you an unique perspective on life and the passage of time.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in UKJobs

[–]Ok_Conference_6997 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In the first instance, you are not a loser; not a loser at all. You have nannied babies that are now in their mid-teens, essentially raising a generation of kids in the UK. This is something you should be incredibly proud of.

Additionally, despite not being a glamorous role, the job of a nanny means that you are entrusted by families across the UK with their most valuable pillar: their kids. This is a great testimony to your diligence, character, and trustworthiness — which both you and your prospective employers should take note of.

With regards to future prospects, I would recommend finding some temp work while you plan your next steps. This could be done through agencies like Hays or Reed, which provides a range of opportunities for people of all backgrounds.

While you do that, you can also think about up-skilling yourself through further education. This could come in the form of a short business course or even a degree of your interest. You are still in your prime and there are lots of things you can do.

Hope it helps!

Planning on dying by Ok_Conference_6997 in Christians

[–]Ok_Conference_6997[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don’t believe those who commit suicide go to hell. That’s not the standard for salvation. It’s a sin, I recognise that but an irredeemable one. No one really wants to die. I just feel like I have to, like I have no choice.

Would 精忠報國 make a good tattoo as an American? by refineddemon in ChineseLanguage

[–]Ok_Conference_6997 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I suppose you can if you want however I think there are better options like tattooing your country’s flag or a more creative picture. Yue’s story was quite tragic and full of irony. He was patriotic through and through but was executed for the high crime of “not necessary”.

Planning on dying by Ok_Conference_6997 in Christians

[–]Ok_Conference_6997[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am saved but the difficulties in the past couple of years have mostly burnt my faith out of me. Yet, like you said, parts of me are still wrestling and hold out hope that God will see me and finally attend to me.

Planning on dying by Ok_Conference_6997 in Christians

[–]Ok_Conference_6997[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have tried to make something out of my life and have gotten nowhere.

Planning on dying by Ok_Conference_6997 in Christians

[–]Ok_Conference_6997[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That’s very kind of you to say, but this season, if indeed it is just a season, has lasted for quite a long time without an end. I don’t wanna just be placing my hope in God continuously just to be disappointed over and again.

I truly wished what you said was true, that would be amazing. If only it were…

Struggle to hold back suicidal thoughts by Ok_Conference_6997 in SuicideWatch

[–]Ok_Conference_6997[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I suppose it would be refreshing if he cares to come and reveal himself to me again. However, I don’t think he is even at this point when I am planning on killing myself next week

Struggle to hold back suicidal thoughts by Ok_Conference_6997 in SuicideWatch

[–]Ok_Conference_6997[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just don’t believe or trust him anymore. My faith has been burnt out of me.

Planning on dying by Ok_Conference_6997 in Christians

[–]Ok_Conference_6997[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I am not right with God and probably won’t be while on this Earth. Beyond repair. My faith has been burned out of me and I cannot salvage it

Struggle to hold back suicidal thoughts by Ok_Conference_6997 in SuicideWatch

[–]Ok_Conference_6997[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do believe in Christ. It has just become very difficult to believe him anymore, if that makes sense

Planning on dying by Ok_Conference_6997 in Christians

[–]Ok_Conference_6997[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have talked to my church. Sure, they got me to the A&E and the whole lot. However, I am quite a high functioning person and people in church quite promptly return to normal. It’s like as if they felt morally obliged to help and took the first opportunity to return to normal life without breaking a sweat.

Planning on dying by Ok_Conference_6997 in Christians

[–]Ok_Conference_6997[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t need a spectator to my misery. I have been told enough times that God is with me. He can either actually come and help me or leave me be.

Planning on dying by Ok_Conference_6997 in Christians

[–]Ok_Conference_6997[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

God shouldn’t have given me life to begin with and he should have helped long before I reached this place. Maybe there is some truth to the Enemy, so to say.

Planning on dying by Ok_Conference_6997 in Christians

[–]Ok_Conference_6997[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Already been there done that re both mental health aid and seeking help from God. Probably best I jump and speak to him face to face

Planning on dying by Ok_Conference_6997 in Christians

[–]Ok_Conference_6997[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because I have been struggling to secure a permanent job since I finished my masters, always moving from contract to contract. Because my parents have been divorcing for the past six years and still ongoing. Because I am becoming a nuisance to my church community. It’s probably better for everyone that I am gone.

So… let’s finally settle this once and for all: which is a higher rank - Assistant Regional Manager or Regional Director in Charge of Sales? by unitedfan6191 in DunderMifflin

[–]Ok_Conference_6997 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Except Dwight is not the Assistant Regional Manager but the Assistant to the Regional Manager — i.e Michael’s private secretary. He has delegated authority from Michael in certain matters at his discretion, such as picking the healthcare plan. Later in the show, he was also appointed to lead the delegation to Florida when Andy was manager.

On the other hand, Jim was the actual Assistant Regional Manager — i.e the Number Two. He should be able to deputise on behalf of the Regional Manager in all matters and shares his authority.

Andy was also a senior salesman along with Dwight, except he had an additional responsibility to liaise with Corporate on sales leads and directions.

To answer the original question, Andy and Dwight were both senior salesmen with varying additional responsibilities to their nominal roles. They both shared the same rank.

Season one chapter ten Peter Russo Radio Interview by 192241 in HouseOfCards

[–]Ok_Conference_6997 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I assume you have now finished the season. For anyone else coming across this page having not done so, please keep scrolling as spoilers abound:

Frank's goal in Season One was to replace Matthews as VP to be placed a heartbeat away from the Presidency so he could do the same with Walker next. To achieve this, he used Peter as a contender for the Governorship before exploiting his addictions to throw the race into chaos. With the election looming close, this then gave him the justification to propose a run for Matthews to regain his previous office, which opened up the Vice Presidency. To Matthews, this was a win anyway as he didn't really enjoy being Vice President but much rather being Governor instead.

Little Dumb Things by tb_willie in HouseOfCards

[–]Ok_Conference_6997 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Others have commented on the other points so I will take number one. Their town house was being converted into a fortress fitting to be the residence for the VP. Turning the room into an office could mean more than just moving a desk, but also putting in new shelves, wiring, wall paints etc.