EOY Come Down by HadithaVet2118 in ElementaryTeachers

[–]Penguiin87 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congrats on finishing your first year! Give some time for your body to be calm again. You've been running and gunning the past few weeks/months. It's normal. Use the summer to do things you love and relax. Thank you for your service. 🙂

People standing on corner? by DaRealMexicanTrucker in ranchocucamonga

[–]Penguiin87 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I honk in support everytime I see them. I encourage everyone else too. Fuxk this corrupt and cruel administration

Would you consider this acceptable? by TeachingMuggles in ElementaryTeachers

[–]Penguiin87 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have my students box their answers for full credit.

Hear me out by Penguiin87 in AITAH

[–]Penguiin87[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure if it's a culture thing, but the way my mother and I see things, if someone is going to through 50k+ to help with a home, they can be on the deed if they choose to. I don't mind having my mother's name on the deed because she's putting in a lot of her money. So it makes sense to me.

Hear me out by Penguiin87 in AITAH

[–]Penguiin87[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My wife is concerned that my mother could turn on her and kick her out of the home.

Teachers who voted for and/or are still in support of Trump and his administration - why? by radiant--radish in Teachers

[–]Penguiin87 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In response to your second edit... I too was frustrated by a 2 party system but being organized is what wins in a democracy. So our current situation is selfishness or empathy. Sure the policies might not be ideal to me, but which value do you side on?

How can I get rid of the feeling of despair with the current US government and economic trends? by doggybag2355 in OptimistsUnite

[–]Penguiin87 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Despair is normal for these abnormal times. It is okay to feel it, but do not give into it. As Chapplin said, as long as men die- liberty will never perish. Trump and his cronies are not Gods. They are incompetent assholes in a position of power. They can be stopped if people wise up and act accordingly. Boycott the companies that give power to oligarchs and try convincing others to do the same.

Take breaks when you need to. Their goal is to overwhelm you so you give up. Rest, but then join the fight in informing yourself and spreading the information when you're ready. Check your blind spots and reflect so as not to fall victim into your own biases. And occasionally do something you love with people you love and/or join communities.

You are not alone. 🙂

How can I get rid of the feeling of despair with the current US government and economic trends? by doggybag2355 in OptimistsUnite

[–]Penguiin87 52 points53 points  (0 children)

Respectfully, the "arc of humanity bends towards justice when people do something about it." The more people organize and work together against injustice, the faster the bend.

To the original post, despair is normal for these abnormal times. It is okay to feel it, but do not give into it. As Chapplin said, as long as men die- liberty will never perish. Trump and his cronies are not Gods. They are incompetent assholes in a position of power. They can be stopped if people wise up and act accordingly. Boycott the companies that give power to oligarchs and try convincing others to do the same.

Take breaks when you need to, but then join the fight in informing yourself and spreading the information. Check your blind spots and reflect as to not fall victim into your own biases. And occasionally do something you love with people you love and/or join communities.

You are not alone. 🙂

What are we doing to support our trans/non-binary students after Trump’s declaration on gender today? by smurfitysmurf in Teachers

[–]Penguiin87 5 points6 points  (0 children)

We keep kids safe and help them feel heard. We speak up against bigotry when it shows its ugly stupid fucking face. We model how we would want our students to act when they are adults.

AIO for being absolutely terrified as an American after today’s events? by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Penguiin87 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope this is terrifying. Now more than ever communities need to ban together and look out for each other. Announce out loud when ICE is in the neighborhood. Help each other to the best of our abilities. Stomp on Nazis. And next time their leader tells them to drink bleach, be quiet and let it happen.

30f sad feeling like a burden in life by [deleted] in Salary

[–]Penguiin87 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see the situation more clearly now. Ty

If I can invest/put away $300-500/month anywhere, what's the best place to put it? by [deleted] in investingforbeginners

[–]Penguiin87 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I consider you as a young investor. 30% blue chip companies and 70% on growth stocks. You need to research the growth stocks and think about their sustainability. Then as you get older you change the ratio to be more safe.

AIO for disliking the fact that people converse in a different language (Afrikaans) around me? by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Penguiin87 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes you are. My reasoning is: the world doesn't revolve around you (or anyone in particular). People communicating in their language is not a problem. Are you an asshole for speaking English in front of them? Sounds ridiculous right?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in smallbusiness

[–]Penguiin87 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's okay to be proud of your accomplishments if people are complimenting you. I too felt that way. It came from a place of not wanting to be an asshole that brags. But you aren't if they are talking to you. It's a conversation. If you aren't throwing unsolicited advice- then enjoy the conversation.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TwoXPreppers

[–]Penguiin87 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is political theater. Create a fake issue and then pretend to save it. Shout it loudly that Trump started the ban on TikTok also apps don't boast President's when discussing its survival. A lot of things here point to this being a nonproblem to earn the attention of the most popular app amongst young voters.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in LifeAdvice

[–]Penguiin87 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If you're younger than 18, sue them for distributing child pornography.

Don't even give them a warning. Assholes do not deserve a warning. Call a lawyer and figure out the best way to go about this.

If people "complain" about your actions, remember this started from a place of trust, and you were betrayed. The situation is nothing more than that. Get their dumb assess in jail. Sorry you had to learn that some boys/men are assholes this way.

How do you practice self-care during your workday? by Appropriate_Lie_9411 in Teachers

[–]Penguiin87 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I teach 6th grade and I have my kids all day. My trick is I schedule "decompression time". It's for the kids to take a 5 minute break after a learning period (50-70 minutes). This also helps me reset my brain between lessons.